Jenny M.
August 2024
This place was perfect for our family. The location is close to everything. Several beaches with great snorkeling within a few minutes drive.
mariko n.
July 2024
We stay at the Maui Sands every year. This is our first year to stay in this particular unit. We really enjoyed the proximity of the parking to the unit. The units air conditioning units were excellent. The property manager was more than accommodating, they even added a crockpot upon our request. We stayed for over a month so our experience might be a little different from others, but I appreciated that the vaccum cleaner actually worked. The two bathrooms and showers were very unique for this condo conplex and so nice to have. There was everything we needed for regular cooking. The refrigerator kept things cold. They are enough plates and bowls that we didn’t have to wash between meals, they even have kids silverware and dishes! We will likely stay again for a month next year!
ROXANNE K.
May 2024
I traveled with my husband and 85 year old Mother.
We couldn't have picked a better condo
Everything was so close to the unit
The ocean was a under a minute and the pool was 30 seconds away
The grounds very lovely and we especially loved having a patio where we could enjoy mornings and evenings
The condo was very well equiped with everything you could think of
The beds were so comfortable and the bathrooms were nice and updated.
The condo was very close to some of the best beaches in Maui with free parking.
We will definitely be back.
Thankyou for sharing your lovely condo
Stephanie P.
April 2024
My three boys and I had a great stay. Walking distance to some restaurants and ABC Store and a 5-10 minute drive to Black rock and Whaler’s Village. Very clean, very responsive host and had great pool/beach toys, chairs, an umbrella and even beach towels. Recommend!
Tara T.
April 2024
My family and I enjoyed our stay here. The location was great. Checkin was super easy. The property was clean and fully stocked for all our needs. Will definitely come back.
Kelli C.
April 2024
Our family loved staying in Kristina’s condo. The condo was just as advertised. Very clean and fully stocked with everything needed. The kitchen and linen closet had everything we needed. My kids were especially happy to find snorkel gear, frisbee’s, and beach toys. We had a little trouble with the pullout bed and I messaged Kristina. Within 3 hours the entire sofa bed was replaced and we didn’t notice a thing! Daniel, her on island manager was more than helpful with anything we needed! The condo was beach front and my kids loved playing on the beach. It’s a small beach, but perfect for my kids. The location was perfect. Food trucks close and tons of restaurants and stores in walking distance. The local grocery store is in walking distance as well. We really enjoyed our stay here and would recommend it to anyone.
Gerry V.
March 2024
We spent 8 days at the rental. It was close to every thing we needed and located centrally for all the tour sites that we wanted to see
Norma S.
March 2024
This property was perfect for our group of four. It was very clean and comfortable. The location is great. Kristina was wonderful to work with and very attentive to all of our needs. We would definite stay here in the future! Thank you, Kristina and Daniel!
Laura and Stan W.
February 2024
We loved the location, space and proximity to the ocean. We saw whales everyday!
Thank you!
Mary Helen L.
February 2024
Nice place, good location.
Richard S.
February 2024
Older property. Clean well maintained. Beach is there, but have to go left or right to enjoy. Good food nearby. Would stay again. Felt homey
Candace B.
January 2024
Beautiful property, well maintained with full kitchen that had everything we needed! Booked again for next year
Whitney K.
December 2023
This was our fourth visit to this complex. This unit is by far our favorite unit! It had everything we needed to make meals and enjoy the beach.
Eric B.
July 2023
This was our first time to Maui with our family of 5 (3 teens). The location was nice, not too far from anywhere we wanted to go. Short drive to Black Rock and other great beaches. There isn’t great beach access for swimming, etc at the condo but only a few steps to sit by the ocean and have coffee in the morning.
The condo itself was pretty nice and updated. It is in an older building so you could definitely hear every footstep from the people above us. Luckily for us the upstairs was vacant most of our stay.
Overall it was a nice place for a reasonable price. Not luxury but well maintained and a good location.
Francis P.
July 2023
It was close to everything we wanted to do. The place was clean and well laid out. The A/C kept us comfortable. The best part I am not sure can be replicated. We would walk to the end of the property to watch the sunset. Several other couples staying there would meet and talk about what they did that day. It was very enjoyable.
Heidi R.
June 2023
Propert was well described. Communications were clear and timely. No issues at all. Walking distance to many food, beach, grocery, shopping options.
James K.
May 2023
Good Location, price point was good,clean and well stocked
Brandon F.
May 2023
My family and I had a great time in Maui. The VRBO was great and the location was incredible. The only thing that would have made it fantastic is some basic repairs and updates to things around the house. The A/C's were fantastic. We did have to go talk to the neighbors above us because the floors are paper thin and they had two rambunctious toddlers that ran and jumped on the floor from 6AM to 10PM...every day...all day. Overall, a great experience.
Veronica E.
April 2023
This property was perfect for our vacation. Great location and easy access to it. Property was nice and quiet as well. Clean and comfortable. I would stay again!
Colleen M.
April 2023
We enjoyed our stay! Beautiful grounds
Lisa M.
March 2023
We loved staying in this condo! The ocean and pool are both only a few feet away from the back door. Great neighborhood with restaurants and stores close by. We saw whales every morning from the condo overlook. The only concern was that we could hear the people above us everytime they walked. Other than that, the condo was perfect and we would stay here again.
Alexandra C.
March 2023
We had a wonderful time in this condo! When we arrived Daniel (the on-site contact) was busting his you-know-what cleaning the condo for us. We did have to wait a bit past our check-in time, but after seeing how thorough of a cleaning job he did, it was well worth it. The condo was stocked with ample dish/serve/cookware and beach + pool supplies.
My 'complaint' as others have referenced was the potential noise from upstairs. With a 7-month-old and two+ year old napping, we're hyper-sensitive on sound and are happy to say noise from upstairs didn't appear to wake up either baby! It seems like the guests upstairs were quiet, but you can hear every footstep rattling from below. I could see how rambunctious kids/group could be troublesome but we felt fortunate with whoever was staying up there. The other complaint would be the pack-n-play in the condo -- it was great to have one but the mattress pad itself felt broken in several areas. I would recommend a replacement p-n-p.
The location is phenomenal. It was the most reasonably priced 2-br in the area, and a short drive into Lahina and our new fave - BABY BEACH! We're frequent Maui travelers, usually in Wailea-Makena and this was our first experience staying in the West. We would LOVE to come back and stay a few days again and would rebook this in a heartbeat!
Thank you!
Laura P.
March 2023
I stayed at this property for one month and found it to be quite nice. I have stayed on the island before at a large resort and it was too busy. A few things I loved about this place.
1. Parking is right at your doorstep! It’s reserved so no searching for a spot.
2. Everything is close to the unit, the pool, the laundry, the water! Every evening was great for sunsets and whale watching!
3. The kitchen was great, I added a few things to make it more usable for me being there for a month. Very well equipped.
4. Lots of towels and beach towels
5. Great stuff to do close by!
The negatives are minor- yes there is a condo above and can be a bit noisy but I didn’t mind it too much as I was out enjoying the island!
The couch was ok but not comfortable for long movies. The deck box needs to be cleaned out and freshened up.
Overall I would say it was a great place to stay!
Thanks
Kelly L.
February 2023
We ran into a couple issues but they were taken care quickly and the property manager was very pleasant and responsive. We have a great weekend.
Candace B.
January 2023
We are preparing for our very last night in your property and wanted to extend our greatest appreciation for the opportunity to stay in this condo. The quality of the home, all of the amenities in such pristine condition, along with comfortable beds and bedding. It has been such a marvellous stay, the location, beach nearby and all of the necessary items to make an amazing stay. We are so sad to be leaving this little piece of heaven and thank you both for keeping this spot in such beautiful shape. It was a privilege to be here and can’t wait to come back and hope you will have us back
Jared S.
January 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here in West Maui for 11 nights mid Jan 23’. The unit is clean and well stocked so made cooking a breeze. Was hot all week so the pool, which was clean and tidy came in handy in the late afternoon after excursions. Great spot as a home base to get to nearby surf spots and other beaches.
Cliff S.
January 2023
We really enjoyed our stay except for the constant noise from the tenants upstairs. We could hear every footstep. We would not stay there again.
Dan K.
January 2023
Good location for easy access to the West Maui area. Good food options within east walking distance and short walk to beaches suitable for relaxing without the crowds of being directly on a resort. Only negative was an extremely noisy upstairs group above this ground floor unit. Nothing against the owners we just got unlucky. We used the pool and laundry facilities were both clean and very convenient.
Jennifer A.
December 2022
Pictures in the listing don’t do the place justice. Very spacious. Really convenient to be able to open the patio doors and let the kids run out onto the grass. Easy, clear checkin and check out instructions. Don’t miss the cinnamon buns at Papi’s Ohana!
Lester B.
December 2022
First I will review the condo itself. Kristina's condo was very nice, clean and well stocked, it had everything we needed during our stay, and the few things we needed changed were remedied quickly. Having two bathrooms was great, both had very nice showers with great water pressure. There was an abundance of sheets and towels which was so appreciated especially travelling with a four year old. The air conditioning worked great in both bedrooms and also the living room, though we found we didn't need it in the living room as it actually stayed quite cool, even during the hottest part of the day. The kitchen is lovely, lots of counter space and nice and big. Kristina and her on site contact Dan were very responsive, always so helpful and a delight to deal with, we really appreciated them. If I could suggest two small things: first, the addition of a regular height dining table, we did eat a few meals outside but it was always dark by the time we sat down for dinner so having a dining table inside would be great. Second, it might be time to replace the twin mattresses, they are feeling a bit springy but they were sufficient and our sleeps weren't bad by any means.
Second the complex itself: Maui Sands, as the description states, is an older and smaller complex in Kaanapali. Not having a million people in your face all the time was great, and we never had to fight for a barbeque. We also enjoyed walking to the ocean in the morning to check out the tides or waves and if it had been a different time of year there is probably a cute little beach, but the swells were high during our stay so we just enjoyed looking at the water from the steos. That said, the grounds could use some updating. The pool area was the biggest disappointment, it doesn't have a shallower area for small children so it's not as useable as it could be, the pool deck is very worn and rough on the feet, and the pool furniture is very old and should be replaced. We were hoping to use the pool on days when the weather wasn't cooperating or we didn't feel like going to the beach, but sadly we only used it one time and weren't interested in returning. Overall the condo was lovely, the complex was sufficient but should be renovated/upgraded soon, and the contacts Kristina and Dan are delightful, I would recommend this unit to others traveling to the area.
Matthew P.
November 2022
Great location away from Lahaina but close to the wonderful beaches on the northwest side. Minutes from shopping, snorkeling, restaurants, and a half block walk to the abc store and bad ass coffee.
Our unit was well equipped with towels, dishes, snorkel/swim gear, boogie boards, and kids toys. The unit was clean and comfy with larger bedrooms than some other condos. The grounds are peaceful and beautiful, with several chairs to enjoy the ocean. Pool was warm and inviting. Free ice and cheap laundry too.
The "beach" wasn't too much of a beach, except at low tide. But the dual reefs make it excellent for a walk in shallow water or snorkeling all day.
My one true complaint - The parking here is awful if you have more than one car. There is one visitor space and you aren't allowed to park overnight. Other than a few minor updates that the place could use, this place met our needs and then some.
Kristina and Dan were both quick to respond with every question and easy to get a hold of.
Thanks for a wonderful week in Hawaii!
Gary C.
November 2022
We had stayed at the same condo last year it was like an old 70s place it was okay but this one was so updated and cozy we loved it can’t wait to go back thanks for sharing your new up graded condo and great location to everything thanks
Deborrah S.
October 2022
We enjoyed our stay very much. We did run across a couple issues. The oven temperature wound not rise above 170 and was not cleaned. There’s a sign by the door to remove shoes but we had to wear them because the floor was very dirty. The cooler was missing out of the bin from outside.
Shery F.
October 2022
The condo was more than we could have asked for and was in a great location to everything we did while staying in Maui. The grounds were beautiful. We even had a special place we would sit every night, we called it our spot. For some awesome sunset photos there. We will definitely stay here again.
Kristin F.
October 2022
Nice size for family of 4. We came to the island to relax and play in the beach. This unit was not directly on the ocean but the beach is just a short walk from your lanai.
Ariane S.
September 2022
We had a wonderful stay in this clean and beautiful condo. It is very well located and to watch the sunset every evening was fantastic. We enjoyed the swimming and snorkeling and all people were so friendly . It is absolutely perfect for a stay on this beautiful island. We loved Maui and will surely come back.
Becky S.
August 2022
Although the place was somewhat clean, we ran into several issues that forced us to find another place to stay on the island during our vacation. The air conditioning did not work properly, none of the fans worked, and communication with the owner/property manager was sparse. The walls of this first floor unit are so thin that every step in the unit above s sounds like a huge thump, and unfortunately for us was all hours of the day/night. Small details like remote control not working, food left in the fridge, and several kitchen outlets not working left more to be desired. We would not recommend.
Derek S.
August 2022
Property was just as described. My family and I enjoyed our first time in Maui and when we return we will definitely try and stay here again. The property had everything we needed. I was pleasantly surprised by the water access as I was expecting it to be very rocky but it was easy to walk down a few steps and enjoy the ocean right from the property!
betty b.
July 2022
This rental was perfect for our needs. We love the two full bathrooms, the lanai right outside and the beach just steps away.
Kimberly D.
July 2022
This is a fabulous location. We walked out the back door and down the path to the beach every day. Close walk to food, coffee, alternate beaches and towns. The property is old but renovated nicely. The window ac kept the place cool enough most of the time, We didn’t like the short timers on the units (1 hour in one bedroom, 4 hours in the other). Several times we were hot at night and had to keep getting up and turning on the ac because it would turn off. Also, there are only 4 wash cloths for the unit and no laundry in the unit itself (laundry facilities on proper grounds if needed). So we bought more and left them behind in case the owner wants them for future guests. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay.
Diana I.
July 2022
This was our first family trip to Maui so we were not sure of the area, but everything described on the VRBO listing for the unit was accurate. My family loved our stay at the Maui Sands condo. The unit was very clean and had everything we needed. The location was perfect with beach access, and conveniently located nearby food trucks, supermarkets, Front Street, Kahekili Beach Park, etc. The unit owner and manager were very responsive to emails/phone calls. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to family and friends.
Pa D.
June 2022
My family of 4 had a fantastic stay here at Maui Sands. It was even better than expected. The condo was beautifully furnished, and the best part was, my kids had their own room along with their own bathroom. Even though the description stated that the beach outside the condo was rocky, it was perfect. While we visited several other beaches, the one right outside our courtyard was my kids' favorite beach to play on. We loved it so much and plan on staying here again the next time we're in Maui!
Reina F.
June 2022
We had a great time at this condo! The location is perfect with beach access! The modern kitchen and 2 bathrooms were a great fit for our family of 5. Highly recommend!
Danielle A.
June 2022
Loved our stay! Loved our location and I loved walking out of the patio and spending all my time on the beach.. watching the sunrise and sunset is what I’m going to miss the most!
Sheena N.
June 2022
This place was a dream! Good karma provided by good people. Excellent spot and generous pricing… walk to the beach and enjoy all that this well managed place had to offer
Edgar G.
May 2022
Vary convenient spot. Everything you need is close by.
Vladi R.
April 2022
It was everything we wanted. Clean, well furnished, in a beautiful setting, just maybe 60 yards from the ocean. Would stay there again in a heartbeat!
Vickie H.
March 2022
We loved the grounds of the resort and the nightly view of the sunsets....Condo clean and roomy....My only disappointment was no beach available only rocks!
Emy L.
February 2022
This is our first trip to Maui so we planned on being at places almost every day. Maui Sands is a perfect stay for us because of its convenient location to access daily necessities yet within a short 5 to 10 minutes drive you will be at the famous Kaanapali beach, the Whaler's Village, and the front street in Lahaina. We like this low-density residential area as this is very quiet environment, and it makes us feel safe staying here with less crowd. The 2-bed and 2-bath condo is very comfortable for us three. It is well maintained. Host Kristina is very responsive in answering my questions and provides us with good information for tourism. The ocean is accessible from the condo with about 30 seconds walk. It is very beautiful sitting by the ocean in the morning or the afternoon. The condo was built in the 60s but it is well managed. The walls are thin, so there could be noises from your neighbors, sometimes.
Natasha K.
February 2022
The condo was perfect for our family of 3. The owner is very responsive, & checking in/out was a breeze. No actual beach access right from the property, but it’s less than a 5 minute walk away. Conveniently located to everything in west Maui. Would stay at this condo again, hands down!
Leanne S.
February 2022
The walk to see the sunset was less than a minute. Huge kitchen with ice maker in freezer which was awesome!! plenty of towels, blankets, sheets, dishes, pot and pans. Boogie boards, noodles, sand shoes, chairs everything you would need for the beach was available as well. Laundry, pool and BBQ's were close. Only thing I had a hard time with is I couldn't get the AC in the bedroom with the queen bed to run more than 4 hours, I am sure it was operator error. The office does check to see if you display your parking pass (I left on the floor after being out all day) daily . I liked that as they were making sure things were clean, groomed and only the right people were parking there.
Kitty S.
January 2022
This is a beautiful unit at a very reasonable price. Maui Sands is a great location, convenient for shopping and just a few blocks from the “highway” from Lahaina to Kapalua and beyond. The kitchen was well stocked with kitchen necessities and condiments. There were two issues that I had because I was short. There was no place that I could sit to eat. There were three tall barstools that I couldn’t sit in and two armchairs and a sofa in the living room. I had to sit in an armchair and put my food on a rectangular, leather ottoman/coffee table to eat. They really need a small table with regular chairs for eating, paperwork, etc. There was an empty space in living room that would have fitted a table and chairs perfectly. The other problem was a lack of places to hang wet bathing suits and towels. You couldn’t hang anything outside on lanai. There were hooks hanging over doors to bathrooms but I couldn’t reach them. They were also a fall hazard because water would drip on tile floor inside and outside bathroom. I would recommend that hooks or bars be installed in shower stalls- much more convenient and safer.
January 2022
We really enjoyed our stay in Maui at this property. Kristina was very helpful and made sure we had all of the paperwork and info prior to our arrival. She was also very helpful when we asked her about the best beaches to go to. The condo was very clean and stocked with plenty of linens, towels and beach towels if needed.
Everyday, we sat out on the lanai for a while and enjoyed the faint sound of the ocean and the view of the lush green plants that surrounded the lanai. A very short walk from our condo and we were at the ocean where the property had chairs set up to enjoy the view and sounds of the beautiful ocean.
Our flight didn't get in until later in the evening on the day we arrived (Christmas Day) and the grocery store was closed, so it was a pleasant surprise to find some beers and sodas left behind by previous renters in the refrigerator! We in turn, left some alcohol for the next renters. : ) There is an ABC Store a short walk from the condo where we were able to get snacks and a supermarket and strip mall with several restaurants about 2-3 blocks away. It was nice having all of this so close. We decided to be on true vacation and not make any meals so we brought in food several times and there were plenty of dishes and cups.
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and wouldn't hesitate to stay in this condo again. Mahalo, Kristina, for allowing us to enjoy your beautiful property. Aloha.
Walt W.
November 2021
All was great, property was nice, beaches close, great location.
Jade C.
November 2021
Property was in a centralized location. Everything was as described in the listing. Was nice to watch the sunrise and sunsets right there.
Stephen P.
November 2021
Very difficult to swim as the surf gets high and there are rock ledges in front but a quick trip north or south has excellent beaches.
Michael C.
October 2021
It was lovely to stay there in Maui Sands! The access to everything we wanted to do was right there! A little walk to a beach for kids, but that's managable. We loved it! Thank you for having us!
Amanda L.
September 2021
We enjoyed our stay at the Maui Sands. The property was clean, nice, and hosts were easy to work with.
Tammy R.
August 2021
Loved every minute. Kristina was awesome and the place was simply perfect. Thank you!
Molly M.
August 2021
The property was exactly what we were looking for. I appreciate the immediate responsiveness of the owner as I had misplaced my check in instructions. Parking was great. I appreciated the pack n play provided for my 1.5 year old. The pull out couch was very hard to get out for the 5th adult, but we managed to get it in and out each night with some wiggling. Lots of towels, toiletries, kitchen essentials provided. Really had everything we needed! We loved the location and enjoyed every sunset from the complex and loved walking to the local shops and cafes. Thank you for making our long stay so pleasant.
Amy M.
August 2021
This was the perfect location to vacation on Maui. The property is beautiful and the ocean view is fantastic. The condo was clean and updated. The location was very central to everything we did. We really enjoyed our time here!
David P.
August 2021
We had a great stay here. Place was quiet and a quick walk away from the beach, which is everything you can ask for in a place like this!
Tammy S.
August 2021
Condo is beautiful and had everything we needed. AC was nice though the breeze made it less of a requirement than we thought it was going to be for our first trip to Maui. Lots of restaurants, shops, parks, and beaches within walking distance and only a short drive to Kaanapali beach. Beach chairs and boogie boards available. Received immediate response from owner when we had questions. Grounds are maintained well and pretty foliage around the patio area.
Benjamin M.
July 2021
Stayed for three weeks. Loved the place and the location. We always stay in Maui Sands and this unit is one of our faves! Definitely will stay again. Worth the wait!
Kristina C.
June 2021
Our family enjoyed staying at Maui Sands for our vacation. It is a wonderful location for this side of the island. Walk 30 steps and you are in the ocean. A beach is a short walk to the right. There is food and food trucks within walking distance. A gas station is close by. We felt we were centrally located to a wide variety of beaches and snorkeling. The condo was clean and exactly as described. It was great to have 2 bathrooms and a fully functioning kitchen. Loved sitting on the patio in the morning and hearing the ocean and birds chirping. I appreciated having some spices and left over odds and ends to help cook. Laundry was always available and there were multiple BBQ's. We would definitely stay there on our next trip. Thank you so much for sharing your home.
Jared L.
June 2021
The property was well located and the residence in the area were very helpful. The beach was in walking distance and the appliances worked great.
Moira M.
June 2021
We loved everything about this property from the sleeping arrangements to the snorkeling. It was stocked with everything we needed and in the perfect location to drive a bit north to Honolula or south to Lahaina. We have already recommended it to several people that asked for a good place to stay.
June 2021
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this unit. It is nicely updated.
Sulin C.
May 2021
Great hosts despite misunderstanding on my part :/ sorry again!
Loved their place and such a convenient location with everything we needed either provided or nearby. Coins for laundry machine are needed and should get your own detergents. Great food nearby and food trucks galore!
Beatrice M.
May 2021
Great location with walking distance to some terrific restaurants. Fish Market is a must.
Condo has very nice updated kitchen and baths.
Beds in 2nd bedroom are not good for adults. We had 4 adults in group. Beds in 2nd bedroom too small. Would recommend switching out to extra long twin beds.
Condo has a very relaxing and private lanai. We enjoyed sitting out among the foliage. We had early morning visits by huge snails. I have never seen such large snails. They were such an unexpected treat.
Brenda M.
April 2021
Great spot. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants, and stores. As others mentioned, we were a bit concerned when we pulled up to the parking area as the place looked run down and not well cared for but that is certainly not the case when you step inside the condo and the common areas of the property. The condo was one of the cleanest properties we've rented. The on-site contact, Dan, was amazing. Lovely property.
Peter C.
April 2021
We loved our stay. Property was as advertised and the local contact was fantastic helping us out. We enjoyed the location, close by, but not part of all the fancy resorts. We loved being between the pool and oceanfront. We spent a lot of time on the lanai.
Tracy D.
March 2021
The newly remodeled interior was very nice, loved the kitchen, the garden setting was quaint, pool was clean and view of mountains from pool area was beautiful. The entrance to the building is very outdated. The snorkeling here wasn't exciting and we found we drove elsewhere to snorkel.
Eric W.
January 2021
The first impression was a little rough as th parking area faces a flat wall of windows but once you walk inside and out to the beautiful lanai and the very short walk to the beach, it’s awesome. It is nice though that the parking spot is only 15 feet from the front door.
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