Fairmont Kea Lani Review

Stand at the top of the lobby staircase, adjacent to the beautiful bamboo garden, and experience what it’s like to stand in a postcard (hint: it’s incredible). The only all-suite and villa luxury oceanfront resort on Maui, the Fairmont has been attracting repeat visitors since its opening in 1991, and it’s no mystery as to why.

Grab a complimentary poolside chair, relax in the whirlpools, and when you get thirsty enough, glide over to the best pool invention ever – the pool bar – for a well-deserved Chee Polo cocktail with Finlandia Vodka, Island-Grown Basil, Coconut Cream Pineapple and Fresh-Squeezed Lime.

Sunscreen and aloe are around the property, should you forget yours (or prefer theirs), as well as chilled water, juice, soda, fruit, and scented spritzers. If the urge to treat yourself occurs, book a massage at one of the three outdoor spa cabanas, located poolside, garden-side, and oceanside for your convenience.

Should you decide to explore some of Maui’s fantastic ocean activities, the Fairmont offers excellent opportunities to do so with its Ocean Activity Program, including snorkeling, sailing, kayaking, stand up paddle-boarding (SUP) and scuba diving. Visit the Beach Activities Hut for details and reservations.

Walk along the Pacific Terrace to enjoy a magical Maui sunset, or grab a seat in the resort hammock for a midday nap.

The Keiki Lani Kid’s Club is an excellent way for your kids to enjoy a day in Maui while you indulge in much-needed relaxation. With activities like sandcastle building, coconut painting, hula lessons, building erupting volcanoes, arts and crafts, storytelling, games, Hawaiian language learning and tidepool exploring, it’s almost enough to make you want to join in, too. Keiki Lani is available daily for children ages 5 to 13, and reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance.

One activity that every guest should take advantage of is the complimentary Hawaiian Canoe Experience, a Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe outing where guests learn the basics of paddling, historical significance, and examples of native chants used during this ancient sport. Available Monday through Friday for guests ten years and older, this is the perfect way to experience an authentic Hawaiian activity while enjoying some of the best snorkeling spots and views on Maui.

The Fairmont also offers an assortment of unique cultural events. Including the ‘Ōlelo Hawaii Session for guests interested in talking story and increasing their Hawaiian language speaking skills, a Hawaiian Cultural Tour of native plant life, legends of Maui and information about neighbor islands, as well as the new Ocean Discovery Program, perfect for those interested in the unique marine life found in Maui.

Contact the Concierge Team for information about some of the island’s most popular attractions, including Hawaiian Sailing Canoe adventures, mountain biking down Haleakala Volcano, sportfishing, and more. Guests are also encouraged to check the Events Calendar for a list of the latest onsite attractions.

Nick’s Fishmarket: Winner of Maui Magazine’s Best Special Occasion Restaurant, Best Service and Top Maui Restaurant Hale Aina Award, Nick’s Fishmarket is an excellent option for onsite dining with a view. Grab a seat on the lanai, a glass of wine from the award-winning wine bar, and enjoy the flaming strawberries dessert with family and friends. Open nightly for dinner from 5:30 – 10 pm, Happy Hour available at the bar from 5 – 7 pm.

Ama Bar & Grill: Located poolside, visit the Ama Bar & Grill for relaxed lunch options with a local flare, including poke bowls, plate lunches, salads, burgers, wraps and more. If you can’t decide what to order, a Moloka’i Mule from the swim-up bar is always a good option. Bar open daily from 10:30 am – 6 pm, Grill open daily from 11 am – 5 pm.

Kō: Voted 2013’s Maui Restaurant of the Year, Kō’s design and cuisine takes inspiration from Hawaii’s sugarcane plantation era and features a mix of Hawaiian, Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean and Portuguese menu items.

Executive Chef Tylun Pang has created a fantastic menu and offers special Twilight Dinners for guests who prefer to experience a private four-course dinner in a cabana on the Adult Pool deck, complete with a private server and wine pairings. For local Maui residents, Kō was named as Maui Dish’s Best Kama’aina Deal with buy one, get one free entree with proof of residence. Bar open daily from 11 am – 10 pm, Lunch daily from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, Dinner daily from 5:30 – 9 pm, and Happy Hour available from 3 – 5 pm.

Caffe Ciao Bakery & Deli: For a quick meal on-the-go, head to Kea Lani’s Caffe Ciao, featuring a delicious assortment of salads, sandwiches, produce, pastries, coffee drinks, beer, wine and more. Picnic baskets are available for those who plan on enjoying a day at the beach, and Food for Flight meals are available if you’d rather avoid stale airplane sandwiches on your flight home. Open daily from 6:30 am – 9 pm.

Kea Lani Restaurant: Why shouldn’t the most important meal of the day also be your favorite? The Kea Lani Restaurant offers a delicious assortment of à la carte breakfast items as well as a full breakfast buffet, including an omelet station, fresh fruit, freshly baked pastries, Asian-style breakfast items like miso soup, and a create-your-own bloody mary bar with Ocean Vodka. And bacon! There’s no better place than paradise to discover that breakfast rocks the most. Open daily from 6:30 – 11 am.

In-Room Dining: Should you want to indulge in a meal on your private lanai (and who doesn’t?), in-room dining is available 24 hours a day. Enjoy the garden, mountain, or ocean views, put on your favorite soundtrack, wear whatever you want, and relax with a delicious Maui-made meal!

Hoku Lani Dinner: For a truly lavish experience, consider booking a private dinner under the stars, served oceanside on the Pacific Terrace. With tiki torches, private servers, and a top-notch four-course dinner, if this isn’t the way to say “I Love You,” we don’t know what is. Great idea for a romantic honeymoon celebration. Available every evening, excluding Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve.

All suites and villas include private lanais with table and chairs, two flat-screen TVs, entertainment centers, iPod/MP3 player docks, high-speed wireless internet, granite countertops, microwaves, compact refrigerators, coffee makers, Queen sofa beds, deep soaking tubs, walk-in stone showers, twin sinks, ceiling fans, a private safe and air conditioning. Suites and Specialty Rooms include the Kilohana Signature Suite, Deluxe Ocean View, Ocean View, Partial Ocean View, Poolside Suite, Garden View, Mountainside, and Fairmont Suite. We especially love the beautiful views available from the Ocean View lanai, including those of Molokini Crater, Kahoolawe, the West Maui Mountains, and sprawling ocean views. The perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee or Maui sunset!

In each of the 37 villas, additional comforts include customized welcome amenities, full kitchen with upgraded appliances, dining area, full entertainment system, private washer and dryer, and private lanai grill. Perhaps best of all, your private courtyard with a plunge pool is only steps away from the ocean! All villas are beautifully decorated, face the ocean, and sit very close to the beautiful Polo Beach, perfect for viewing a calm sunrise or enjoying a stunning Maui sunset. For families planning on visiting Maui or for those of you who value extra space when you’re on vacation, villas provide the perfect amount of room to spread out and enjoy the privacy of your unit.

Villa Options include Oceanfront 2 Bedroom, Oceanfront 3 Bedroom, Ocean View 2 Bedroom, and Ocean View 3 Bedroom.

Guests at the Willow Stream Spa can choose from a variety of luxurious services. Including full makeup applications, manicures, and pedicures at the Nail Spa, Men’s and Women’s locker and lounge areas with steam room, Hawaiian rain showers, sauna, mud bar, hot lava stone footbed, heated stone mud bench and footbed, heated lounge chairs and a flat-screen TV. Ahh…

Special spa facilities include a state-of-the-art wavetable that simulates the feeling of floating, a Vichy rain shower, and spa treatments grouped into categories of Relieve, Restore, and Results. Our favorites include the ‘Awa Remedy for tension relief, Honey & Ginger Body Elixir, Lomilomi Massage, The Wave for deep relaxation, and Natural Hawaiian Journey. Whatever you decide to do in Maui, make sure to take some time for yourself to relax. You’re on Maui time.

Stop by the Culinary Garden to see and smell some of the best ingredients used throughout the resort by chefs and bartenders, and take time to tour Kea Lani’s many photo-worthy locations.