Andaz Maui at Wailea

Hotel

Wailea, HI

On the island of Maui, motifs of Hawaiian hospitality and island rituals inform the Andaz brand's first resort. When tapped to redesign the hotel that had lost touch with its location, Rockwell Group imbued guest rooms and public spaces with a local vibe that enhances their connection with the outdoors.

Imagine a luxury resort that immerses guests in island culture…

“There’s nothing between you, the trade winds, and the waves.”

Shawn Sullivan, Studio Leader and Partner

Walnut ceiling beams form a peaked roof over the lobby.

A counter in the lobby is made of local lava stone and teak.

The lobby sandpit brings the beach to guests.

An infinity pool overlooks the ocean at sunset.

Guests don’t need to wait to sink their feet into the sand—a skylit central sandpit welcomes them in the lounge, where nearby infinity-edge pools give way to the beach.

A wooden spiral staircase, recalling the curves of a Hawaiian canoe, leads guests down to the resort’s main restaurant and infinity pools.

Italian marble floors lead from the stairs to the restaurant entrance.

andaz maui guestroom designed by rockwell group architects

Each guest room is designed to connect guests with the ocean outside their windows.

andaz maui presidential suite living room area designed by rockwell group architects

A grand presidential suite features artwork by Hawaiian natives.

andaz maui villa living room area and kitchen designed by rockwell group architects

Residential-style villas feature two to four bedrooms and custom furniture.

ka'ana kitchen at andaz maui designed by rockwell group architects

Ka’ana Kitchen serves family-style meals with local ingredients.

market at andaz maui designed by rockwell group architects

The 24-hour Mokapu Market features goods sourced from the Hawaiian islands.

Morimoto’s restaurant offers open views of Mokapu Beach.

Japanese sculptures and indigenous stones and woods express local island culture.

Designed as a Japanese beach house, doors on three sides create 180-degree views.

The outdoor liquor bar cleverly echoes the natural materials used in the sushi bar.

The 14,000-square-foot`Āwili Spa and Salon offers 10 treatment rooms and a private pool.

Inspired by a Hawaiian apothecary, the spa is a luxurious destination for guests to relax and rejuvenate. Cabinets filled with herbs are mixed by apothecary consultants.

Hawaiian rituals and traditions transport guests upon arrival. on Vimeo.

Hawaiian rituals and traditions transport guests upon arrival.

Details

Project Type
Hotel, Restaurant, Spa
Location
Wailea, HI
Region
North America
Client Name
Hyatt Hotels and Resorts, Andaz, Starwood Capital Group, Kobayashi Group
Size
15 acres
Completed
2013

Rockwell Group