Robert W.
May 2024
Pros: Great unit with washer and dryer for longer stays. Close to the swimming pool and the beach for nice sunsets.
Cons: Doors are squeaky, cockroaches, bathroom sink and shower drain very slow and I've stayed here multiple times and it's still the same.
I'm here mostly for work but having slow drains when showering and using the sink is frustrating.
I hope these issues get cleared up. Otherwise a great place to stay.
William K.
May 2024
Loved the view
Ted W.
April 2024
Maalaea Banyans was for us a short term stay. It was our last days before returning to the mainland and served us comfort and quiet. The bed was cozy. The view from our lanai was beautiful. The location gave us easy access to West and South Shore points of interest. It was what we needed at the end of our ten day stay on Maui.
Joy J.
February 2024
Super clean apartment thoughtfully supplied with everything you need in the kitchen and for the beach. Shower pressure is amazing and bed is very comfortable. Highlight is the wonderful view from the inside of the apartment and outside on the porch (views of Maalaea Bay and Haleakala). Great for whale watching in season and there are also green sea turtles daily on the beach below the property. Centrally located and good value for the price.
CHRISTOPHER H.
January 2024
Our bottom floor condo had all of the amenities we needed and more! The closets were stocked with gear for fishing, paddling, snorkeling, etc. Large outside barbeque with pool and chairs made us like we didn't miss out an anything if we just stayed at the condo. We cooked at least one meal a day at the condo which is close to a private-like park at the end of the street. This was perfect for our needs and the value was amazing. This was our most memorable stay in Hawaii and we will be back!
Winona A.
December 2023
I loved that it was on the 1st floor and accessible for anyone who wanted to go out on the porch area. The view was excellent and the completely was quiet. Although there were quest enjoying the outside close to my room it was not obvious. I would definitely rent again this apartment and it was convenient to Kahului, the airport and other areas on the island. Mahalo
lois B.
December 2023
nice and clean. manager was friendly and accommodating.
Viridiana Ornelas
August 2023
My family and I just got back and this place was perfect to have stayed at, it's a close distance from the airport and a parking pass is provided. My only problem was that although it states it can fit 4 people, the futon was completely outdated and the mattress was dirty. We had to place a blanket over it. I would recommend they change it out but other than that we loved being able to access the pool and hot tub and seeing sea turtles right by the water every morning!
Brian P.
June 2023
We enjoyed waking up every morning to blue water and palm trees!
Condo 105 is private with the grass and a hedge that blocks us from the pool.
After a couple of days, we realized that 8 to 10 turtles hang out everday feeding among the rocks right along the coast in front of this condo unit, awesome!
Had a great time and we'll be back.
Sheila A.
May 2023
Property is on the ground floor of a ocean view complex. Though there are quiet hours mandated in the complex, people dont necessarily comply especilly if you are flying in from the mainland and you wake up early due to the time difference. Being on the ground floor, you definitely hear the chatter much more and there is less privacy on the ground floor as well. This property is managed by Vacasa vacation rentals and booking through VRBO just adds an additional fee that you wont be charged if you book directly through Vacasa. I figured this out after the booking. I dont feel this extra charge should be pawned off to the renter. Property comes with four Tommy Bahama beach chairs which are so useful. Linens were clean. Hotel sized Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash and Body Lotion provided, along with towels.
Kristel F.
May 2023
The location was great and central to hit all the must see items on the island (we loved being close to Paia and Lahaina). The pool itself was great for the kids and they thoroughly loved it. The patio was lovely to sit at in the evenings and listen to the ocean - the condo complex was quiet overall. There were also beach toys available for beach trips. We were within walking distance of the Ocean aquarium and harbour for tours. Some downsides to this unit: it lacked a functional table space for 4 people inside (the table had two seats and the 2 counter seats were at an inadequate height so made eating difficult for the adults, outside there was 4 seats though), we personally found with 4 people it was hard to run the a/c all night to keep the bedroom at a comfortable temperature (the front room got chilly but even with the help of a fan we felt bad running the ac all night bc of the kids in the front room were getting iced out). Overall, I'd recommend an inventory check of dishes/cups (e.g., there was one wine glass etc.) and a deep clean (already addressed with the management company). They were a bit slow to respond. All in all, we had a great time (you are in Hawaii so not much to complain about). We stayed at 4 different locations for our time there but there would need to be a few items worked out before we stayed at this unit again.
Kristel O.
May 2023
The location was great and central to hit all the must see items on the island (we loved being close to Paia and Lahaina). The pool itself was great for the kids and they thoroughly loved it. The patio was lovely to sit at in the evenings and listen to the ocean - the condo complex was quiet overall. There were also beach toys available for beach trips. We were within walking distance of the Ocean aquarium and harbour for tours. Some downsides to this unit: it lacked a functional table space for 4 people inside (the table had two seats and the 2 counter seats were at an inadequate height so made eating difficult for the adults, outside there was 4 seats though), we personally found with 4 people it was hard to run the a/c all night to keep the bedroom at a comfortable temperature (the front room got chilly but even with the help of a fan we felt bad running the ac all night bc of the kids in the front room were getting iced out). Overall, I'd recommend an inventory check of dishes/cups (e.g., there was one wine glass etc.) and a deep clean (already addressed with the management company). They were a bit slow to respond. All in all, we had a great time (you are in Hawaii so not much to complain about). We stayed at 4 different locations for our time there but there would need to be a few items worked out before we stayed at this unit again.
Karen S.
April 2023
As advertised. Saw some whales in the distance. Clean. AC was a bit noisy, and snorkeling gear was missing goggles. Yes, we'd choose this place again.
Eric T.
April 2023
We really enjoyed our stay. Place was clean and exactly as described. Loved the view from the lanai. Would definitely recommend!
Colleen L.
March 2023
Place is as advertised. Comfortable furniture. All the amenities. We brought the kids swimming before we checked in for our flight. We were rudely told to be quiet, so we abruptly stopped our swimming. Pretty tough to tell a 4 and 6 year old to be quiet in the pool. Other than that, I’d stay here again without children, though.
Tandi R.
March 2023
The view is amazing and the kitchen was well stocked with everything needed to make a meal, do dishes and wash clothes. The decor needs some tender loving care as the chairs look worn, the drapes in the bedroom wouldn't close due to rust on the rod, the safety bar for the sliding glass door was broken and there was dust bunnies covering the ceiling in the bedroom. All in all this a great location if you want to watch the whales and plan on seeing all sides of the island as it's a central point.
Sean L.
February 2023
The unit is older unit but most of them are. It’s a great spot, easy to sweep up the sand from the beach, we had a minor issue with the patio door and someone was here to fix it within an hour on a Saturday. We had 2 adults, a baby, and 5 year old; it was tight but we came for the beach not to sit inside so it worked.
Bettina S.
January 2023
This wasn’t luxury by any means, but the room was great for our family and our needs. We saw turtles, whales, swam in the pool and it was great. The neighborhood and the overall feel of the property was a bit older and run down. But we also didn’t take to Maui like we did Kauai. The room itself was comfortable, clean, has everything we needed to cook, plus complimentary washing stuff, towels and beach toys.
angie t.
January 2023
Home was clean an functional an nice .. pool was great an spa .. the turtles on the beach huge bonus :) nothing like seeing whales out for a swim when your eating your breakfast :) lots of little extras that came in handy .. great spot
Rajesh N.
January 2023
Dirty unit. Found food on chairs. Cockroaches in the unit. No one came to clean it. Sofa was extremely worn out. There were flies in the house. There was a container outside the balcony containing stagnant dirty water with flies around it. Patio furniture was dirty. House is outdated and needs upgrade. Not worth the price. Kitchen is well equipped and the view is decent.
Debra K.
October 2022
Great location - easy access to everywhere we were going. Weather was quite warm & we did need to run the a!c unit. It was a little on the loud side & the coolness did not quite reach the bedroom in the front - using the fan helped to push the cooler air.
Garrett S.
September 2022
My wife and I visited for our honeymoon and we loved it. Being able to hear the waves crashing from your room then walk down to the rocky beachfront was so convenient. We saw so many sea turtles at high tide when they came up to feed. It’s a great central location between the west side of the island and the north and south sides. The managers at Maalaea Banyans were so helpful with giving us tips on what to see on the island and all the best stops on the road to Hana. This was an awesome experience!
August 2022
Ghetto unit. Poorly appointed. Uncomfortable furniture & bed. Cannot believe it’s listed for 4 ppl as that would be highly uncomfortable. Slum landlords is how it translated to me. Worst unit i have ever rented. I will never rent this place again and I don’t write many reviews but this ghetto unit called for an honest description. The rental Service was 5 stars but it is clear the owners of the unit are slum lords. It beat staying in a tent bc there was a toilet and that’s all I will say positive about it. This review is written weeks after my stay, meaning, I am no longer upset. This is my takeaway. Keep looking.
SHERWOOD H.
July 2022
Maalaea Banyans grounds are very well kept, parking is easy and close to your condo! There is a small beach at the property line but very rocky so no easy entry. However, at the end of the street is the start of Sugar Beach at Haycraft Park and it goes on for miles and is not overly populated. It is great for morning sunrise beach walks!! The Harbor Market is within walking distance and offers hot meals, smoothies, coffee, and much more! I love the ground floor ease of access to the property. The condo itself is comparable for the per night pricing in HI but def needs paint etc. The kitchen is well stocked as is the closet with beach towels, and accessories!! The condo was clean and good for a family of 3. We will book this condo again!
Mary R.
June 2022
This condo has everything you need. It was well equipped with things you need for your stay. The view was amazing. The neighbors were quiet and sea turtles right outside the condo was so cool. Loved the kittens around the lawn. There’s a pool right outside your patio which was really nice. Overall this condo was a great choice. Looking for a more quiet place to stay, this place is it.
Shari D.
June 2022
Our condo was in the perfect location on the island. Most everything was within 20-30 minutes. It isn’t in a city, so it was very quiet and safe.
Mary Grace
May 2022
The condo was very clean. Had more amenities and things than we needed which was great. Plus they had water gear and toys which made it even better. Didn’t have to buy anything. The condo had its own patio, incredible views and was overall a very enjoyable stay.
Shelle R.
April 2022
Very clean.
Cynthia H.
April 2022
I wanted to see sea turtles in the wild while in Maui, but I didn’t imagine being able to see them on the beach right in front of my rental. On the day we arrived, we walked down to check out the beach, and there was a sea turtle taking a nap. We saw hundreds of them swimming all around the rocks on our visit. Our condo had a ground floor patio where we drank coffee and watching whales breach in the distance. We were in walking distance to shops, excursions, restaurants and the marina. We took a whale watching cruise with the Pacific Whale Foundation and saw lots of whales. The condo was well-equipped and right next door to family who was also visiting Maui. I was so happy with where we stayed. It was perfect for our needs. The only criticism would be that it was a little dated but it had what we needed. It was in a great location and I thought for what it had to offer, was a good value.
Donna R.
April 2022
Pool and hot tub are awesome. Well stocked kitchen. Condo is older and needs a refresh. Beach is close by. Aquarium is close but not worth the cost. Definitely not top 10 in the world. Easy access. Vacassa team was well organized.
Robert T.
March 2022
It had fantastic views of Ma'alaea Bay, but anywhere we wanted to go we had a bit of a drive to get there.
Lori T.
March 2022
The condo was nice - but half the size indicated in the listing. It was ok for my partner and I, but I’m glad we weren’t relying on there being enough space for a third person. That would have been tight! Otherwise, we liked the location- great for beach walking and whale watching.
Cary G.
February 2022
What we liked: the sound of the ocean, location of Maalaea Banyans, the whales' activity visible from our place, swimmable beach close by, and friendly vibe.
Jamie M.
February 2022
The condo was very adequate for our needs. It is in the perfect location and you can hear the sea while resting at night. Hopefully it will be available next year.
gillian m.
December 2021
The view of the ocean as you walk in is peaceful. You can hear waves crashing at night inside the condo. There is a 2 mile beach walking distance from the condo. The whales were regularly spotted from the porch area with binoculars ,and we watched the turtles play on the shoreline in front of the condo daily.
The condo itself is a little worn down, but upgrades are on the way per the managers. We had 2 maintenance issues which were dealt with quickly and efficiently by the Vacasa folks. Thank you Tammy.
The location is on the Maalea Bay which is central to hiking and beaches on either side. It did not feel crowded and it was quiet at night. We were able to do day trips to the Olivine pools and blow hole and to the lava fields and Big beach easily in half day. Which left the other half of the day to relax at the condo.
It was an easy drive form the airport.
The property manager Buzz, was a delight to talk to and was extremely helpful to us and can give you information just about anything you want do.
Overall, i would recommend this condo.
Cindy A.
December 2021
My husband, son and I thoroughly enjoyed catching up at this beachfront location. The grounds were kept up beautifully, and the pool and hot tub were lovely. The whales breached outside our lanai on the first day!! Maalaea was a perfect, centrally-located, quiet location for us. I snorkeled several times at nearby Coast Guard Beach (at the end of Hauoli Rd), and thoroughly enjoyed the fish and turtles. Watching sea turtles climb onto the beach at sunset was magical. The condo's kitchen and living room were very clean, but our only complaints are that the bedroom popcorn ceiling was quite dirty, the electrical system needs updating, and the lanai sliding doors didn't work well. The louvered windows provided a lovely, refreshing breeze throughout the condo, so the lack of bedroom a/c wasn't missed. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Arthur E.
December 2021
Good
Stephen G.
November 2021
Close to the Airport
Pooja T.
November 2021
This was a great location on the beach. The house can take some renovation, but overall it is a great property with amazing views
Patricia Gabrielle G.
November 2021
I love this vrbo home. They have everything that I needed. Place is clean. Free parking.
Dan S.
October 2021
Clean and well equipped. AC in the bedroom would have been nice. Location is a little more private than some areas in Maui. Pool area is maintained nicely. Views are great. Beach access is small and not for swimming, but very close to an actual beach.
Jon R.
October 2021
This location has a great view and very friendly residents and guests. Unfortunately the beach washed away a year ago and there is only a rock shoreline now. The shoreline is fascinating to watch still with sea turtles and crabs along the rocks. The property is older and needed a stronger A/C unit, but still very user friendly and on the ground level.
Fariborz A.
August 2021
Beautiful location. Beautiful view. And a beautiful place.
James L.
August 2021
We are so happy about the place the view it’s breathtaking place easy access to everything we love to come back again till next vacation
Shelli S.
July 2021
This place was fine but would be terrific with a few changes. Easy remodel with updated electrical is needed. Dryer and fan did not work…fuse blown in panel. Everything except countertops is very dated. Would’ve been nice to have a few essentials…ziplock bags, spices, etc
We enjoyed our stay but these minor changes would make a big difference in overall effect.
Karina P.
July 2021
Place needs updated furniture. All furnishings are old. If you’re booking a home away from home it should at least be as comfortable as your home. Another Vrbo guest here had an updated room with groceries and a stocked bar, payed less than we did. Her host was very attentive and thoughtful. This place definitely needs attention. Wouldn’t book again. Overall a good central location and the beach next door is great!
Tonya M.
June 2021
There is plenty of room here for 3 people. It has beautiful views of the ocean and outdoor patio. Everything was clean.
Sandi R.
June 2021
Location to activities, proximity to ocean, and parking were perks of this rental. However, it needs some updating with sheets (stains found on linen), shower curtain rusting, storage closet tile unfinished, fan fixtures appears it isn’t properly installed, carpet needs to be replaced and couch bed mattress has no cushion. Also there is no option for a late check out. Cost is excessive for a one night stay. Overall it was an alright place to stay for the ocean view and parking.
Tonya M.
June 2021
The place was clean and had enough room for the 3 of us. It was conveniently located.
Keani A.
June 2021
Close to the harbor and dining. Clean and comfortable.
Thank you!
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