Is it safe to swim at the Andaz Maui?

Yes. The Andaz Maui is on Mokapu Beach in Wailea, which has a Low bacteria risk rating (1 out of 5). Mokapu Beach is part of the Wailea resort corridor in South Maui —Â the driest coast on Maui with no stream inputs and excellent water quality.

Which beach is the Andaz Maui on?

The Andaz Maui is on Mokapu Beach, a small sheltered cove at the northern end of the Wailea Beach Path. It is one beach north of Wailea Beach (Grand Wailea). Not to be confused with Mokapu Beach on O'ahu's windward side.

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Andaz Maui at Wailea

Water quality at Mokapu Beach

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If It Looks Brown, Don't Swim

Never enter the ocean when the water appears brown or murky, even if no advisory is posted. Hawaii is often slow to test beaches and update advisories — not every beach is monitored. After heavy rain, wait at least 72 hours and until the water clears before swimming.

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Historical Bacteria Risk

⚠ Historical rating — this is based on long-term testing data, not current conditions. The state of Hawaii is often slow to test beaches and update advisories. Always check the water yourself and avoid brown or murky water.

Low Risk 1 / 5

The Andaz Maui is on Mokapu Beach, at the northern end of the Wailea resort walk. This small beach is tucked between two rocky points, creating a sheltered cove with calm swimming conditions.

Like Wailea Beach and Polo Beach next door, Mokapu benefits from South Maui's dry climate and zero stream runoff. Bacteria levels here are consistently among the lowest on the island.

The Andaz has direct beach access. You can walk south along the path to Wailea Beach (Grand Wailea / Four Seasons) and beyond.

Based on: South Maui dry climate, no stream inputs, Hui O Ka Wai Ola monitoring, sheltered cove geography

⚠️ The 72-Hour Rain Rule

The Hawaii Department of Health recommends staying out of the ocean for at least 72 hours after heavy rain, even if the water looks clear. Bacteria and pollutants from runoff can linger in the water longer than the brown color does.

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⚠️ Important Disclaimer

Safe to Swim Hawaii is an independent passion project — it is not affiliated with the Hawaii Department of Health, Andaz Maui at Wailea, or any government agency or hotel brand. Water quality ratings on this site are estimates based on publicly available testing data and geographic analysis. They are not real-time measurements and may not reflect current conditions. “No DOH Alerts” means no advisory is currently posted — it does not mean the water was tested and found safe. DOH only monitors a fraction of Hawaii’s beaches, and some areas have no regular testing at all.

Always verify current water quality conditions with the Hawaii Department of Health Clean Water Branch before entering the water. This site is for informational purposes only and should not be the sole basis for any swimming decisions.

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