Andaz Maui REVIEW - MASTER THREAD
Nov 7, 2014, 10:16 am
#1456
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Between AMS and BRU
Posts: 8,852
Availability for most properties is still there but it seems to be on the decline. With no MER this will make staying next year more expensive....
Nov 11, 2014, 4:42 pm
#1457
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: IAH
Programs: UA Junkie / Hyatt Diamond (fine, Globalist)
Posts: 42
Honeymoon Stay Review
Stayed at the Andaz Maui for my honeymoon early October for 9 nights. Overall it was a good experience. Fortunately I was able to us P+C with two DSUs. After contacting the GM earlier in the year, upon arrival we were upgraded to an Andaz suite with a full ocean view at the end of the wing closest to the ocean. Room 340. Outside the room's door you could hear the crash of the waves from The open air hallway. It was very relaxing. I enjoyed the food on property, both dinners at Morimoto and Ka'ana Kitchen. Upside all meals were delicious, downside a bit pricey. But that was to be expected.
Only had a few mix ups with the stay. Diamond arrival amenity took a couple days to deliver. This was most likely due to confusion when I asked for fresh fruit instead of the nuts or cookies. With a peanut allergy both most likely would not be an option. Can't complain too much there was a bottle of sparkling wine in our room upon arrival compliments of the hotel along with the aforementioned cookies.
Second mix up was upon check out the eligible spend for GP points was around $2000. With total spending around $3400, I felt like there had been a mistake made. Didn't notice it was so low until after back on the mainland. Still trying to get the hotel and GP to check on that total. I know taxes and other things might be taken out but it seems a bit extreme given the circumstances. I know something is aloof because GP said the amount I paid with a gift card would not be eligible for points. However it was a hyatt registry gift card and the registry FAQs explicitly state that one can earn point when using a hyatt gift card.
Overall loved the beach, and the beautiful setting sun everyday. Staff was overall pretty good. Also really enjoyed the level of technology in the rooms with the iPad and the electronic blinds. I will also agree with others that the chairs on the balcony are horrendous in terms of comfort.
Only had a few mix ups with the stay. Diamond arrival amenity took a couple days to deliver. This was most likely due to confusion when I asked for fresh fruit instead of the nuts or cookies. With a peanut allergy both most likely would not be an option. Can't complain too much there was a bottle of sparkling wine in our room upon arrival compliments of the hotel along with the aforementioned cookies.
Second mix up was upon check out the eligible spend for GP points was around $2000. With total spending around $3400, I felt like there had been a mistake made. Didn't notice it was so low until after back on the mainland. Still trying to get the hotel and GP to check on that total. I know taxes and other things might be taken out but it seems a bit extreme given the circumstances. I know something is aloof because GP said the amount I paid with a gift card would not be eligible for points. However it was a hyatt registry gift card and the registry FAQs explicitly state that one can earn point when using a hyatt gift card.
Overall loved the beach, and the beautiful setting sun everyday. Staff was overall pretty good. Also really enjoyed the level of technology in the rooms with the iPad and the electronic blinds. I will also agree with others that the chairs on the balcony are horrendous in terms of comfort.
Nov 15, 2014, 7:31 am
#1459
Join Date: May 2012
Location: UK
Programs: Leaders Unlimited,Fairmont Platinum,SLH Loved,IC Ambassador
Posts: 490
Hi guys, has anyone compared the Andaz Wailea to the "Hotel Wailea" recently renovated and its won all sorts of awards. Im just planning my hawaii trip for 2015... I know the Andaz is beyond the Marriott, but not sure location of "hotel wailea"
Nov 17, 2014, 3:23 pm
#1460
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 89
Breakfast options for some who eats small breakfast
My husband and I will be at the Andaz for 4 nights in mid-Dec. We are Platinum courtesy of Chase CC and I didn't do a Diamond challenge, so no free breakfast.
Neither of us eats much for breakfast. For me it's yogurt, a piece or cup of fruit, 3 cups of coffee. For him, it's a bowl of low-sugar cereal and milk, 1.5 cups coffee. So, what are possible options for breakfast that won't run up a $60 bill? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
Neither of us eats much for breakfast. For me it's yogurt, a piece or cup of fruit, 3 cups of coffee. For him, it's a bowl of low-sugar cereal and milk, 1.5 cups coffee. So, what are possible options for breakfast that won't run up a $60 bill? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
Nov 17, 2014, 3:43 pm
#1461
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Virginia, USA
Posts: 4,510
My husband and I will be at the Andaz for 4 nights in mid-Dec. We are Platinum courtesy of Chase CC and I didn't do a Diamond challenge, so no free breakfast.
Neither of us eats much for breakfast. For me it's yogurt, a piece or cup of fruit, 3 cups of coffee. For him, it's a bowl of low-sugar cereal and milk, 1.5 cups coffee. So, what are possible options for breakfast that won't run up a $60 bill? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
Neither of us eats much for breakfast. For me it's yogurt, a piece or cup of fruit, 3 cups of coffee. For him, it's a bowl of low-sugar cereal and milk, 1.5 cups coffee. So, what are possible options for breakfast that won't run up a $60 bill? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
Nov 17, 2014, 3:59 pm
#1462
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 89
Nov 17, 2014, 4:03 pm
#1463
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 2011
Programs: Hyatt Discoverist, SEIBU PRINCE CLUB Silver, Marriott Gold
Posts: 20,436
My husband and I will be at the Andaz for 4 nights in mid-Dec. We are Platinum courtesy of Chase CC and I didn't do a Diamond challenge, so no free breakfast.
Neither of us eats much for breakfast. For me it's yogurt, a piece or cup of fruit, 3 cups of coffee. For him, it's a bowl of low-sugar cereal and milk, 1.5 cups coffee. So, what are possible options for breakfast that won't run up a $60 bill? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
Neither of us eats much for breakfast. For me it's yogurt, a piece or cup of fruit, 3 cups of coffee. For him, it's a bowl of low-sugar cereal and milk, 1.5 cups coffee. So, what are possible options for breakfast that won't run up a $60 bill? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
Nov 17, 2014, 4:09 pm
#1464
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Virginia, USA
Posts: 4,510
Nov 17, 2014, 6:18 pm
#1466
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 89
I know I can do breakfast in room - but would prefer a café. Since we'll be going out and about, perhaps there are other off-hotel options?
We will be spending plenty of money while in Hawaii (helicopter, etc). BTW, been to Hawaii once before.
Nov 17, 2014, 6:47 pm
#1467
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 2011
Programs: Hyatt Discoverist, SEIBU PRINCE CLUB Silver, Marriott Gold
Posts: 20,436
Regardless of your normal tendancies, you owe it to yourself to experience the Pantry restaurant breakfast at least once. It is that good.
PS There is free fruit in the lobby each morning.
Nov 17, 2014, 7:05 pm
#1468
Moderator: GLBT Travelers & Hyatt Gold Passport
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: CVG
Posts: 15,300
Where are you getting that $60 dollar figure from? You can pick up lots of light, tasty things at the 24 hour Andaz shop for far less than $60.
Regardless of your normal tendancies, you owe it to yourself to experience the Pantry restaurant breakfast at least once. It is that good.
PS There is free fruit in the lobby each morning.
Regardless of your normal tendancies, you owe it to yourself to experience the Pantry restaurant breakfast at least once. It is that good.
PS There is free fruit in the lobby each morning.
Nov 17, 2014, 7:14 pm
#1469
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 2011
Programs: Hyatt Discoverist, SEIBU PRINCE CLUB Silver, Marriott Gold
Posts: 20,436
Nov 17, 2014, 7:33 pm
#1470
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 89
OK, now this is good to know.
As for the $60, I saw the breakfast menu lists " Grilled Fruit and Yogurt coconut granola $18 " so add in coffee, tax and tip, and it would be about $28 or so per person. I know that waffles, eggs or similar are only a few dollars more, so perhaps a better "value," but not if you don't eat those for breakfast.
As for the $60, I saw the breakfast menu lists " Grilled Fruit and Yogurt coconut granola $18 " so add in coffee, tax and tip, and it would be about $28 or so per person. I know that waffles, eggs or similar are only a few dollars more, so perhaps a better "value," but not if you don't eat those for breakfast.