Mariel C.
July 2024
We had a love stay here. It had everything we needed. The beach equipment and toys were a nice touch. We have two littles so having a crib was a huge help and we were able to let them play on the lanai.
Konstantin Yevgeniy Z.
July 2024
My wife and I had a great stay with our infant. The property had ample space and amazing ocean views. We could see the sunset from the patio. Everything was as advertised.
Alice was incredibly helpful and responsive, she went out of her way to make our stay memorable. We’d definitely stay here again!
Rishi S.
June 2024
Great location , ideal for what we wanted . Very spacious and clean . Although we only made breakfast some mornings , I was really impressed with the quality of the kitchen utensils , so clean and new , something we have never seen in other VRBO properties . The owner really takes care of this place . Overall everything was perfect .
dirk r.
May 2024
quiet place with a fantastic ocean view. condo complex is nice with tennis and multiple pools. highly recommend.
Sandy G.
May 2024
Everything was great, the daybed in the living room was very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. The view is incredible! We had an incredible week staying here, I’d definitely book with Alice again, hopefully soon.
MARCIA
March 2024
Gorgeous view! Whale watching from the lanai or even from the queen size bed in the main area. Beautiful and very comfortable space in a great location.
Jayne B.
March 2024
Staying at Alice’s place was amazing, the location couldn’t be beat! We travelled here with our 16 month old, so we wanted a place that would be enjoyable during nap and bedtime, and this was it! Ground level access was great for our son to run around on the lawn, and it was amazing being able to watch whales splashing around and the beautiful sunsets from our lanai. We were able to walk to all the beaches close by, as well as to our favourite sandwich shop, 808 Deli. Alice has plenty of beach gear including chairs, umbrella, cooler, kids toys, fins, snorkels, beach towels and more! The kitchen is also well stocked. Alice was very accommodating and easy to communicate with, but also respected our privacy while there. We certainly plan on returning as soon as we can! Thanks Alice!
Jean T.
February 2024
We enjoyed our stay in Alice's condo very much. The view was spectacular. We spent a lot of time on the lanai enjoying that view. Communication with the owner was enjoyable. We don't have any issues to report; it was a great vacation and we hope we can stay again in this same unit someday.
H H.
January 2024
If you need a place for 1 to 4 people in South Maui, then skip this review and just book Alice's condo. It has everything you need.
PROS
1- Great location. 5 min to golf, shopping and nightlife. 2 min walk to the oceanside park, and 5 min walk to the beach
2- Parking right by front door
3- Fabulous views from the lanai. Alice's pics don't do it justice
4- Condo loaded with almost every amenity you could think of: beach chairs, coolers, koozies, and a turbo powered box fan
5- Bookshelf loaded with 3 or 4 rows of books, and a drawer with puzzles and board games
6- Extra large map of Maui came in handy
7- Secluded front porch for drying swimsuits and rinsing off sand from places it shouldn't be
8- Washer and dryer were really handy.
9- Adequate AC (rarely needed)
CONS
1- We did have a noisy family stay in above us for a few days. We could occasionally hear them stomping, but it never impacted our sleep
2- The condo assoc has a lot of rules. Some make sense, while others seem odd, like no pickle ball on the tennis courts.
3- On two nights, we had someone park in our spot. Security wrote them a warning on the second night and that ended the issue
I leave cons in every review. As you can see, these are really minor. We are definitely going to book Alice's condo if we stay in Maui again.
Suggestions:
1- A few more modern games would be nice, like "Just One"
2- A pad of paper and a pen to take notes and make a grocery list. Easily acquired at the store though.
Leah G.
January 2024
Great unit, helpful owner, and fully stocked for going to the beach, pool or just hanging out at home.
Debbie M.
October 2023
Nice condo in a great location with amazing sunsets.
J G.
October 2023
Loved every minute it was perfect to reset my brain
Robin B.
September 2023
I had always stayed on the west side, but decided to keep our trip after the fire and chose Kihei. This condo was great. Amazing view. Close to beaches, places to eat and shop. Pools were beautiful. Condo very well stocked and beds comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Oscar V.
August 2023
Great location and comfortable stay.
Surjit G.
August 2023
Nice location with great views and very well-furnished condo.
Ann
April 2023
Well equipped kitchen and great selection of beach stuff. Unit is a bit dated.
Jean R.
February 2023
Great location. Beautiful view of the ocean from the lanai. Spacious unit and well equipped (beach chairs, coolers, umbrellas, etc.). Did not get to use the bikes (I usually take a 6 mile walk daily), but the opportunity to use a bicycle was really nice. We really enjoyed our stay in this unit. Also, Alice (the owner) was quick to respond to any issue we had during our stay. Great experience!!
Toni
January 2023
Absolutely perfect. Beautiful grounds ,the entire condo property is so clean and like a mini jungle. We really enjoyed all the birds, listening and watching them were so fun. Comfortable and just overall a great space. Everything was clean and cozy. There is plenty of room to stretch out and you can enjoy the outside as much as inside the condo. Amenities, we enjoyed using the fully equipped kitchen as well as the beach gear. The pools are also clean and kept up well. Location was perfect. You will find beaches, food truck corrals, and shopping options as close as 2 minutes away. Communication with the host was easy and straight forward. And last but not least - Sunsets. Breathtaking view while you sit on the patio or from inside, the palms and plants make a lovely frame .
Terri R.
January 2023
This condo was perfect for our family of four. The view from the Lanai is BEAUTIFUL. We saw whales breaching one morning while we enjoyed our coffee on the Lanai! (The binoculars helped). The location of the condo is great and within walking distance or a short drive to fantastic beaches, shops, restaurants and shaved ice for the kids. The condo was clean and spacious and had everything we needed for our trips to the beach (chairs, cooler, umbrella, etc.).
Alice was accommodating and very pleasant to communicate with. We highly recommend staying here!
Jessica G.
January 2023
Perfect for what we needed-Great location. Appreciated all the additional items provided (beach towels, chairs, etc). Watched the sunset from our lanai. Great communication with the host.
Natalie P.
December 2022
Alice was excellent to communicate with. Check in was a breeze. Unit is very clean and well stocked. Lots of room for a family of 4. Beautiful lanai to watch whales and sunsets. Would highly recommend
Pamela G.
November 2022
Great location! Plenty of things at the condo for beach adventures. The only downside was the linens with flat pillows and old towels. Very roomy condo. If you live to watch the ocean & sunsets from your room, this is the place to be.
Darla M.
November 2022
My first question to the cleaning company was what was their responsibility to the homeowner when things needed addressing or replaced. It would appear that this cleaning company surfaced cleaned and didn’t do such a good job of it. But who’s checking when the cleaning company is checking themselves. These homeowners are absolutely taken advantage of. For cleanliness this unit rated poorly. The lint above the dining table that had embedded into the popcorn ceiling I understand it is difficult to clean. But what is the excuse for the walls. I don’t think the cleaning people looked above the counters. Our stay was only seven days, had it been longer I would have been very disappointed. Thankfully there was an additional bed to sleep on as the bed in the bedroom although it appeared to be relatively new it was bottom of the line when it came to comfort. Spring coil for sure because every time you moved around you could feel the springs. I can’t say that I have ever been in Hawaii and have not encountered ants. Never as many as I encountered in this unit. Adding additional ant traps on the kitchen counters helped. Although the B52 bombers( flying cockroaches) and centipedes were a first for us. The office was closed for a couple of days when we went there to address the problem. Stopping at Costco for groceries was an error after I looked at the pots and pans I was expected to use. I had two small skillets, two egg size and one small pot capable of melting a cube of butter to use for the week. It seemed to me that the homeowner relied on the cleaning company to work with them as they were not on the island. The view from the lanai was spectacular although the sliding doors had to be manhandled as the rollers were shot on each door. Would explain the broken door jam from putting to much effort into closing the door. All the closet doors are by-folding with probably the original hardware. Thankfully there was a stool to stand on so I could fix the doors to properly close without them coming off the track. I’m okay doing this in my own home not at a vacation rental. The stain on the ceiling in the hall (the shape of a toilet bowl) was the deciding factor when it came to writing a review. I never have because if I was ever unsatisfied with something all the other good things made up for it. The unit itself has potential for being a great space. Currently it’s a handyman special.
Nebojsa S.
October 2022
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Maui Kamaole unit G104. The apartment fully matches descriptions/photos from the website. Having our meals in the lanai/patio while looking at the ocean and enjoying a light breeze was wonderful. In evenings we could see sunset.
It was great having beach chairs, sun umbrellas, large beach towels and snorkelling equipment at our disposal. All appliances are in great conditions and 2 BBQs (shared with other guests in Ginger section but we never needed to wait for our turn) are only 50 meters from the unit. One of the BBQs is old and needs fixing up/replacement but the other one is fine.
Having 2 bathrooms, each with shower was extremely convenient.
The unit is well maintained and clean and the beds are comfortable. Even though this is one-bedroom unit, it contains 2 proper beds (as opposed to bed + a pull out sofa)!!!
Overall , we enjoyed the stay a lot and if we come to Maui again we will stay at the same place.
Christopher M.
October 2022
We wife and I loved this spot. The sunset view from the porch was perfect. We walked across the street to catch a boat to Molokini Crater for snorkeling (Red Line Rafting) and walked frequently to the beach and shops just a little north of the condo.
ANGELA
October 2022
Ocean was right across the street. Close to Wailea and Makena. Pool was great
Eileen F.
August 2022
Great property. I appreciated all her ideas for places to go on the island. I will return
Chris B.
August 2022
First time to Maui and could not have asked for a better place to stay. Owner communication was fantastic. Right across from the beach, plenty of beach accessories to use and walking distance to restaurants and some shops. Short drive to Wileai for all the same stuff. Highly recommended and will be back!
Melissa S.
August 2022
This was the perfect property for our family to use as our home base for our Maui vacation. We loved eating breakfast on the lanai overlooking the ocean and having the grassy area for the kids to throw the football. So convenient to have boogie boards, snorkel gear and beach chairs available for our use. We would definitely stay here again.
Sharon H.
June 2022
Great location to tour Maui. Beautiful view. Appropriate lodging for a couple and possibly two younger children. Well appointed kitchen and beach necessities. We would book again.
eric c.
June 2022
The place was nice, and the view was great! I would stay there again.
Tim N.
April 2022
Place is centrally located and very comfortable.
Michelle P.
April 2022
Loved the unit, the view and location. My husband and I walked to the beach everyday, enjoyed watching the sunset most evenings and appreciated the close proximity of restaurants and shopping. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Catherine
April 2022
Loved the groundfloor access..lush patio area, view, spaciousness, well equipped beyond need, easy parking, 2 perfect pool settings, barbecue spot access, quietness, easy beach access, the condo,s hawaiian motif, and overall laid back atmosphere. Alice is an excellent communicater..no issues at all.
Sam O.
April 2022
Property was overall very good, great location, views were amazing, large lanai with all the beach toys you need. Although only one bedroom the second bed works great as a second room. The condo was stocked with everything you need, and being so close to Kihei makes it very easy should you need anything. The property itself was amazing, two great pools, tennis, beaches 1 min walk across the road. Parking was great, right in front of the condo. Overall this was a great place to stay, the condo itself is a little dated on the inside and could use a refresh. It could also stand for a good cleaning. I would stay here again.
Maria P.
March 2022
The condo is well stocked and comfortable for a family of four. The view from the lanai is amazing, beautiful sunset, close to the beach and we even saw whales from it!
Stephen Z.
October 2021
What a wonderful place! Great ocean and sunset views. Great location, short 2 minute walk to a great beach. Easy walk to some good restaurants but still far enough to be away from the main drag to be quiet and peaceful.
Kitchen has everything needed for cooking your own meals, 2 bathrooms allow for couples to get ready at the same time. Tons of beach items, chairs, umbrellas, towels. Boogie boards and even bikes!
Highly recommended.
The Ledesmas
August 2021
We enjoyed our stay in Alice’s condo very much. The location was excellent and a great starting off point for all of our excursions and activities. We loved the sunset views and daily walks along oceanfront trails, searching for and finding turtles each day. Our teens loved the bikes to have some independent time about town. The condo has a well-equipped kitchen and a great layout for a family of four. Great communication and clear information from Alice.
Dustin G.
August 2021
Alice's condo is a lovely 1 bedroom, with a large lanai/ porch area that overlooks a large grassy hill, overlooking the ocean. Watching the sunset with my wife and two kids, from the lanai was very special and memorable. The condo its self is roomy with a large master bedroom for the adults and a day bed in the living room for our 4 year old and even a portable crib for our 2 year old. The condo comes fully stocked with almost every beach amenity you can think of from beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, boogie boards and snorkles, as well as, a fully stocked kitchen with all the utensils, pots and pans needed for cooking. The Maui Kamaole is a well kept property and the two pools onsite were great to bring the kids too in the afternoon when the winds picked up and the waves got bigger. The condo is also within walking distance from Maui Kamaole 3 beach and many of the restaurants in Kihei. On top of all that, Alice is very detailed and responsive and ensures you're taken care of when staying at her place.
Abtin A.
July 2021
Loved our stay, this unit is in a very good location with a beautiful view. It's very well equipped with all walking distance to the beach. The unit inside is a bit dated, but overall it's great place for family vacation.
Michael M.
June 2021
Location of condo to beach was excellent. Condo was very clean and well stocked. Enjoyed the patio for sunsets. Alice checked on us for any additional needs and very appreciated. Would definitely stay here again.
Jenna M.
June 2014
This condo has everything you may want or need for a visit on Maui. The location in Kihei is perfect for any day trips planned for driving Hana or to Lahaina. Property is very well maintained and clean. Every communication with the owner was always pleasant and timely. I would highly recommend this condo for your stay. The owner has provided closets full of beach gear and the view from the lanai is the best! My pic's look exactly like the owner posted pictures. As a family we felt welcome and comfortable in this condo.
Joye J.
June 2014
Where do I begin??? It was to be our first trip to Maui, and first time to use VRBO. I was cautious but excited at the same time. Not to be disappointed, Alice was a dream to work with! She instilled a sense of calm in me and made me even more excited for our great trip! Their condo was a pleasant surprise, and while the pictures are great, it's even better in person! Everything was welcoming...so clean and beautifully furnished. It made a great first impression that continued for our whole stay! The view was great and the tradewinds felt fabulous drifting through the condo nearly every afternoon. The a/c in both the living room and bedroom worked well, and we did have to use them on a couple of the hotter afternoons, but night times cooled down beautifully. We weren't sure about the bed near the living room, but it ended up being a great napping place in the afternoons...reading and watching the boats go by....so relaxing! The beaches were a close walk away and we enjoyed a great breakfast on the beach at Sarento's. ..picturesque! That was a quick walk down the beach, which ended up being our favorite nearby beach to enjoy the beautiful turquoise ocean! We used both of the pools at the complex, but mostly the "main pool" near the office, as it was a stone's throw away, and lots of fun for our visiting grandkids. Our daughter and family were staying nearby in Wailea, and we could take that beautiful beachwalk all the way from "our" condo to the big resorts to the south. It is really the ideal location...not too much traffic on the road but also close enough to easy access to shopping and nearby restaurants. The beach equipment stocked in the closet was so GREAT! Really, all we needed was our clothes. Everything else was ready and waiting for us! As trivial as it sounds, one of our favorite parts of the condo was the keyless entry!! No keys to keep track of, and if we wanted to do something separately, we knew we could always get back in the condo!....really a convenience! We absolutely LOVED our stay at this condo and, hopefully, will be able to visit it again! We would highly recommend it to our family and friends! Mahalo, mahalo, Alice and Larry, for opening up your home to us!
Christoph W.
June 2014
- beautiful location
- condo with seaview
- perfect for sundowners
- close to several restaurants
- ability to use very nice pools
- rooms are very comfortable
- free WLAN
- clean
- nice neighborhood
- friendly owners who are approachable when needed
- fully recommended
Olga A.
June 2014
This condo is bigger and more luxurious than looks in the pictures. I loved that Alice had bikes and rode mine to the beach every morning. Everything was perfect about the place. We could have stayed for weeks! Now I am redecorating our place in San Francisco, because this condo got me used to clean, stylish and super comfy flow. We will be back. Thank you Alice!
May 2014
The condo was beautiful and just perfect for my mother and I. Everything was there for us, we just stopped and got some groceries and enjoyed the whole week. Very special touches throughout and impeccably clean and beautifully staged. We will be back for sure. Thank you so much Alice!!
Leah R.
March 2014
My husband and I stayed here for our 23rd wedding anniversary. Everything about our vacation went flawlessly, including our decision to stay here. Alice the owner was so helpful and quick to respond to all my questions. The rental process was very easy and so simple. The condo unit was as described and all the photos you see are what you get, beautiful! We loved eating breakfast on the lanai, which feels very private the way the condo is situated and in the evening watching the whales breech and the most gorgeous sunsets imaginable! It is right across the street from the Kihei marina and Kamaole Beach III (which has a lifeguard) and close to many great restaurants one of our favorites in Kihei is Sansei seafood and sushi bar. We walked and rode bikes to many destinations around Kihei but would recommend having a rental car during your stay so that you can see the many beautiful sights on Maui, we drove all over the island. The unit is clean, well maintained and has everything you could possibly need during your stay including snorkeling gear, boogie boards, beach chairs etc... The kitchen is very well equipped and we loved cooking dinners there, we often bought local caught Ono fish, from vendors on the side of S. Kihei rd., which we grilled on the barbeques provided by the condo resort, and local vegetables and fruit from the farmers market, all so good! It also has updated appliances and a nice HE washer and dryer. Maui Kamaole's property is very nice and well maintained with beautiful lush landscape and flowering plants, it has 2 pools which are not too far of a walk, we preferred going to the one at the top of the property (location is on a gradual hill), there are also tennis courts. Overall we would highly recommend this unit, we had the best vacation in Maui yet and can't wait to return and hopefully stay here again!
Nancy B.
March 2014
Whale watching and magnificent sunsets- framed by waving palm trees and perfectly kept green grass. A quick walk to the pool and hot tub, and an easy stroll down the hill to beautiful public beaches - safe for families with small children to swim, and framed by coral reefs where there were plenty of fish and sea turtles. Boat basin nearby where there were plenty of choices for scuba/snorkel/whale watching excursions, and walking distance to Kihei and resort hotel bars/night life. Very quiet condo complex with what seemed to be many owners and/or regular returnees. Very friendly people, good atmosphere. Condo was very clean and well-appointed, with tasteful furnishings and decor, a well-equipped kitchen, appliances and laundry, flat-screen TV, ceiling fans, comfortable beds, etc.
Owners were very helpful and accommodating, made good suggestions as to what to see and do. Listing photos were impressive, but the property was even better than it appeared in photos and description.
Location was great - perfect view of ocean and neighboring islands and spouting whales. Unobstructed view from lanai, but private, too. Walking distance to great breakfasts at Sarento's on the beach, and access to beachside trail system and the Kamaeole public beaches. Easy walk to beachside bars and restaurants in Kihei, too, and a variety of restaurants and bars associated with the resorts to the south. Overall I would recommend recommend it to friends and relatives and rate it as an excellent experience, and looking forward to returning.
Kelley W.
November 2013
We very much enjoyed our stay here, found ourselves feeling very relaxed and at home quickly. The place has what you need, we really didn't need or go looking for much of anything. Quiet with very nice neighbors as well.
Sue C.
October 2013
Having stayed in this complex before, we knew what you expect. The view was worth the price alone!! The pictures are very accurate but small. The panoramic view was spectacular. Everything was clean & in order. The pool gave us many hours of enjoyment; October seemed to be a quiet month & only a few families were there. The owner had suggested the short walk to Sorento's, a lovely local restaurant. It became a :favorite" comparable to our very most favorite, Roy's. Our week went by quickly; we already miss Maui, even though the weather was slightly more humid than past trips. If you rent this property, you'll sing its praises, too.
October 2013
Our Trip to Maui started with great personal attention from the owners of this fabulous condo at Maui Kamaole, she made it easy to book our accomadations on-line. The recent renovations and very comfortable king size bed were as promised. The unit was well well stocked with kitchen gadgets including the all important blender. The front lanai overlooking the marina was a great place to have coffee every morning and to watch the sunsets. The front row condos offer great ocean views and the road noise is very minimal throughout the night even with the patio doors open. We needed the A/C a couple nights but the ceiling fans do a nice job keeping the condo cool. We spent most of the time at the beach but we enjoyed the lower pool when the wind kicked up in the afternoon, The complex is large and it's worth the extra few dollars to stay in one of the buildings closer to the road. We're looking forward to our next Maui vacation and will definitely book this unit again. Many great restaruants and shops within easy walking distance, safe beaches, fun helpful locals.
Shopping tips: Costco has great deals but unless you have a big family don't get caught up and buy too much. We found the local grocery stores OK to shop at and most had great wine and beer offerings as did the smaller "corner" stores.
If you have a car take the opportuity to explore the many less crowded beached to the south. The road to Hana isn't as bad as some say and well worth the day trip,take your time and enjoy it.
Use the "Visit Owner's Website" link to read more reviews from the reservation site, including the latest reviews submitted by recent guests.