Vidya A.
July 2024
Location is just the best, walkable to most of the best food places, parks and beaches! Nicely updated, for the most part had all the basics. The bed is average and furniture is also average. If you are looking for a great location and somewhat up to date condo with all the basics covered, this is the one!
Christopher H.
May 2024
If you’re looking for a spot with views and walkable eats & drinks, this is it. Everything was as described. No issues what so ever.
Günther P.
April 2024
Very well organized and equipped. Besides all available in the kitchen including a starter kit for dishwasher and laundry also beachchairs, umbrella, snorkling equip. Etc etc.
We had a wonderful stay!
Simone P.
February 2024
Great location, easy to access unit, convenient parking, perfect view of the sunset! Would definitely stay again!
Danielle K.
February 2024
Such a beautiful place to stay, the best views and walking distance to many places to grub! Would definitely recommend this place :)
Susan B.
February 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My husband and I stayed here for two weeks in January. The pros: fabulous location in easy walking distance to restaurants, bars, grocery store, South Maui Garden, very clean unit, decent price. The only con is the daytime traffic noise on Kihei Rd. It is loud during the day. It does calm down nicely at night and sleeping was not a problem.
Santiago R.
January 2024
Loved our stay in this place. Very well located, fully equiped (bedroom, bathroom and kitchen appliances), with the convenience of offering beach chairs, snorkeling gear, umbrella, etc. Definitely would recommend and go back to this apartment!
Doug M.
January 2024
Vacation was awesome and the accommodations were perfect. Whale watched from balcony and was within walking distance to snorkeling, eateries, park and walking trail. Easy access to highway to see other parts of the island. Easy commute to and from airport.
Ryan H.
December 2023
This condo was truly amazing. Tons of parking, easy access, and conveniently located close to a ton of restaurants and bars. Make sure you stop by Foodland and try the 8 different kinds of poki they sell! I would absolutely recommend this place and will definitely be staying here when I come back. Every unit has a balcony with a view of the ocean and we definitely took advantage of it!
golden e.
December 2023
Great location. Clean and well thought out rental.
Christian G.
November 2023
Wonderful condo, quiet and clean with superb views of the park and water. Perfect location in Kihei near the stores and restaurants; lots of parking and a spacious condo with all the utilities. Air con was great in both main rooms, tv and kitchen area also spot on. The pool area is fantastic too - we had everything we needed for a great stay and would love to come back! Mahalo!
Allen A.
November 2023
There were lots of pros staying at this location. The condo was well stocked with kitchen and laundry supplies. Beach chairs and snorkeling equipment were also provided. The condo was clean and had a nice view of the neighboring park and ocean. A supermarket and eateries were also in easy walking distance.
There usually was a nice ocean breeze, thus we did not turn on the room air conditioners that were available. The bed was a bit soft, but comfortable.
In terms of personal preference, since we did have the windows open the whole time, there was the street noise from S. Kihei Road that wasn't terrible, but noticeable. If you want walking distance to sand, this location doesn't have that.
We did reach out to the property management company regarding a non-functioning ice maker in the freezer. We did get a prompt call back and supposedly they checked to see if there was an issue. Other than turning off the ice maker, we did not get any feedback whether it was broken or if there wasn't a water line to the freezer. Not a showstopper, but it would have been nice to receive closure.
In general, we really liked the condo itself and the amenities that were provided. No general complaints and would consider staying at this location again.
Jayne B.
October 2023
Our stay at island surf 502 was excellent. The view was beautiful and the condo was incredibly comfort le all around. The location gave us easy access to all activities around the island. It is within two short blocks of several excellent restaurants and a really fun food truck garden. Very minor inconveniences were that the bathroom could get very warm and the curtains in the bedroom did not do a great job blocking the light from the hallway and parking lot. We would absolutely stay here again!
Madison R.
October 2023
We really enjoyed our stay here! The little notebook to log guest names/where they are from was a nice, personal touch.
This condo was very clean, including all appliances. The owners also included small things that we did not use, but very much appreciate the thoughtfulness of, including bug spray, sunscreen, snorkel gear, etc.
We enjoyed many nights out on the lanai watching the beautiful sunsets and many mornings watching the surfers in the ocean.
It is a bit of a drive from most things we chose to do.
James H.
October 2023
Clean, updated, kitchen well stocked with dishes, great great view. Location perfect. Second time in this con I. We will be back!
Laurel P.
September 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have stayed at the Island Surf in the past, and love this part of Kihei. This Unit is updated with all the amenities we need. I would recommend it. Clean unit!
Nan C.
August 2023
The location was close to restaurants and retail. The apartment had a great view of a park and the ocean. The apartment was well-stocked with dishes, cutlery, beach towels, beach chairs, laundry detergent, and a lot of other small items to help with the stay. There was an area nearby with very highly-rated food trucks. The only negatives were that it had a coffee maker but no coffee stocked and the AC in the bedroom was a little loud. Overall, highly recommend!
Christopher C.
August 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I was in need of a short staycation and Rentals Maui was there for me.Island Surf is in a great location for walks on the beach, sunsets, short walk to restaurants, amazing food trucks, grocery store, and souvenir shopping.Island Surf #502 was a perfect choice, it was very clean and comfortable.I would definitely recommend Island Surf #502.
Shantanu C.
August 2023
Good
Raven D.
August 2023
Pics as advertised, place was clean and check in/check out was easy - I accidentally forgot some items I meant to bring with me, sorry team!
Elise R.
July 2023
It was a great place to stay the condo is very clean with a nice view and lots of space. The only problem we had was that the ac was on a timer so during the night we had to get up multiple time to start it again which was not great for our quality of sleep. Otherwise it was well situate i recommended it.
Sara A.
July 2023
Nice view and perfect location for waterfront access and lots of food options within walking distance. Plus, Aunty Sue has equipped the space with all necessities for a fun day at the beach and basic household items as well. Highly recommend.
Robert B.
June 2023
What a centrally located area, close drive from airport(in case you Uber), across the street from the beach and park. Essy access to numerous dining locations and SUP and surf lessons use the beach for teaching! We would definitely do this location again!
Dan M.
June 2023
It was nice however the A/C situation wasn't appropriate.
A guest from ,
May 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location across the street from ocean/beach area. Can walk to restaurants. Beautiful ocean view with gorgeous sunsets.
Melvin J.
May 2023
Beautiful, cozy, and clean condo. Close to a lot of food options and across the street from the beach/park. I had a good stay here. Very responsive hosts. I had to check out 1 day early due to a situation that was out of the hosts control. They were very understanding and righteously took care of me. That speaks volumes about the type of hosts they are. Very trustworthy in my opinion. I am more than pleased with the level of service and the conditions of the property and would definitely stay here again when I come back to Maui.
A guest from Roseville, CA
April 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very positive
Edward W.
April 2023
We enjoyed our stay because of the cleanliness and plenty of kitchen essentials. Having a washer dryer was super useful. I loved the view of Kalama Park by the ocean. Sunrise and sunset was nice, not a direct view, but quite nice.
John B.
April 2023
Great. Would stay there again
calay d.
April 2023
Excellent location, road noise after 10 not bothersome as fan in Bedroom great “white noise” effect. Well appointed kitchen, would definitely stay here again.
Linda H.
March 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Everything was as described very clean unit and excellent service from Rentals Maui. Would use them again!
Jeff L.
March 2023
Condo is in the perfect location. Nicely decorated. Close to restaurants, beaches, and shopping. The unit has a washer/dryer, the kitchen is fully furnished, and they provide beach chairs/toys. Check in process was easy and clear. The owners have done a lot to make it a great rental.
Patrick M.
February 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Good spot w parking, and great access to all things Maui. We drove all over the island. Updated spot and clean, a little stuffy on arrival, but easy to air out. Enjoy the water view on the patio!
Marc K.
February 2023
Great location in Kihei that allowed us to save on the costs of needing a rental car for a couple of weeks. We were able to walk to beaches, parks, restaurants, bars, grocery store and movie theatre.
Gerry D.
February 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The location was ideal, walk to shops, restaurants, beaches and markets. Watched the whales from our liana. The room was perfect for the two of us and was stocked with what we needed. Access to the room from Rentals Maui was excellent, we had no issues.
dennis b.
January 2023
The condo exceeded our expectations. Super clean, nicely updated, fully stocked with all you need. Easy parking. Location is good, across from a park, beautiful views, you can take surfing lesson, play volley-ball. shop. The park has a nice walkway along the beach for early mornings and sunsets. I liked the cross breeze you get from the front and back doors while open, we never turned on the air conditioner. Only con: it is noisy from the traffic and you will hear roasters all the time. but the bedroom is at the back of the building so it is quiet.
Ryan P.
December 2022
We loved this place! Amazing location that was close to restaurants and grocery stores. It had a great view for the sunset too! We’d love to come back here 1 day. Mahalo!
Jaime C.
December 2022
We loved our time at Island Surf! Had everything we needed and more! Great location!
Huy N.
November 2022
Very good location! Lots of restaurants around.
Wendy Z.
November 2022
No landary detergent, bathroom is smelly. bedroom light did not work, dishes were dirty.
Judy N.
November 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This condo was a great place to stay! All the amenities and updates were great! Glass on patio door was so clean you think the door is open. Only complaint not a fan of timers on A/C especially in bedroom and ceiling fans and pulls could have been a little cleaner. But over all a great place to stay and would definitely book again
Carl E.
November 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location, tastefully furnished, just about everything you needed was provided. Restaurants, market and beach within walking distance.
June H.
October 2022
great
Lorissa B.
October 2022
While we stayed on Maui we drove a lot of the island and it was so nice to have a place that was really central to all the fun places. The condo was clean and updated and supplied with all that we needed. This was definitely a dream vacation and staying at Island Surf was one of the best decisions we made! Thank you!
Debbi R.
October 2022
This property was definitely five star. Views, location, cleanliness and amenities. If I had anything that I would change it would be the timers on the AC. Not a huge deal but don't make it through the night so you generally have to get up and reset. I was there in October, not even the hottest month. I would absolutely return.
James H.
October 2022
5 stars may seem a lot but this place really deserves it. Clean, modern, great location. Will book again! Aloha!!
Carol S.
October 2022
Overall the Kihei location, the condo and the views were great. The kitchen has all the cookware and dinner ware we needed. The bed seemed old but pretty comfortable. However, on the 4h day of our 2-week stay there was a flash flood, covering the beach with red clay and turning the water a mirky, redish-brown. The local news advised that people should stay out until the water cleared. The impact to us was a 30-60 min drive each day to a clear beach. I understand that this is an act of nature, but not sure how often it happens in Kihei so thought I’d mention it. Island Surf sits in a low spot where some of the worst flooding happened and mud flowed directly past us to the ocean (and sat in the parking lot). The other MAJOR issue was that the ACs in the living room and bedroom were on timers (a dial on the wall that had to be manually turned) which I could have lived with. However, the timer in the bedroom maxed at 4 hours. So, if you go to bed at 10:00 the AC goes off at 2:00 and the room is stifling by 2:30. The discomfort wakes you up and you have to get out of bed to wind the dial to get the AC back on. Then it takes another half hour for the room to cool enough to sleep…for another 4-ish hours. And, the bedroom AC is Very Very loud. The timer in the living room is 6 hours.
Ryan L.
October 2022
First time in Maui. The location of the property was perfect and centrally located from all of my booked activities. The amenities inside the home were so convenient. Would definitely book again.
Halley B.
September 2022
We were so pleased with how clean the condo was and how nice it was. It was so comfortable and felt like home. The view is AMAZING! They had two beach chairs, an umbrella, two beach towels and plenty of bath towels. The kitchen had the perfect equipment for us to cook while we were there. Will definitely come back!
Wendi D.
August 2022
It’s a great location. Great sunset every night. It’s spacious and clean. My suggestion is bring extra toilet paper and paper towels not enough for a week stay.
Matt P.
August 2022
You can’t get a better location in all of Kihei! Walking distance to all of the best restaurants and bars in town, a supermarket, and the beach. The view is amazing from the balcony and the unit is nicely updated. Would definitely stay here again!
Neal K.
July 2022
What a wonderful place. We really enjoyed the view of the beach and ocean. Many things in walking distance.
July 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The condo had everything we needed for a wonderful vacation on Maui. A quiet and clean place with all the dishes and utensils needed including a washer and dryer which was great so we didn’t have bring home Sandy wet clothes/swimsuits. A beautiful view from the huge slider door and nice lanai. Walking distance to everything we needed from the park and beach across the street, shopping, restaurants, liquor store, board rentals etc. we loved the Kihei cafe for breakfast, and Lava Rock restaurant for dinner. if you’re looking for a real Hawaiian / local experience and not the resort vibe Kihei is the place to stay!
Jacob G.
May 2022
This is a great location that is close to many activities, restaurants, bars, shave ice, etc. The check-in process was easy and communicating with the property manager was also simple.
The unit could have been a little cleaner than we wished for. There were stains on the bedding, the counters weren’t wiped down well, and the bathroom fan was quite dirty.
However, the property manager was very quick to resolve these issues by bringing us a new set of sheets and offering to clean the unit. We appreciated the speed of which our issues were resolved.
We also would every once in awhile smell cigarette smoke coming from (what seemed like) the plumbing. The condo is a smoke free condo, so we were very concerned. We mentioned this to the property manager, but it continued every once in awhile. It’s very hard to pin down the cause so we don’t fault the property manager for this and simply avoided the smoke smelling areas in the unit (bathroom primarily) when this would occur.
Some of the other reviews mention a concern for safety with the park nearby. We did not have a concern for safety and passersby were respectful of quiet hours for the most part.
Overall, great location with a few hiccups that were resolved.
May 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The condo was everything described and more. Clean and updated. The lanai faces the beach, so we had a gorgeous sunset view every night. Close to places to eat and things to do. Loved it !
Elizabeth G.
May 2022
Everything was great
Glenda K.
April 2022
Loved how close it was that you could go out for dinner, drinks shopping and didn't need your car. Everything was with in walking distance.
I have owned a vacation rental on the east coast and rented it through VRBO and my rental company would not allow anything left behind. The thing I loved most about this one is it had so many extras that you normally wouldn't have in a unit. The extras such as sugar, olive oil, air freshner, sunscreen etc...It wasn't necessary to go out and buy them for a few days.
Only thing we realized a day late is you don't need to run the A/C, just open the windows and door. The a/c unit leaks on the rug so everything gets wet if you do run it.
We enjoyed out stay and the unit is updated unlike the looks of the building itself.
Megan R.
April 2022
Beautiful, clean condo in close proximity to food, nightlife and the beach!
Braden B.
March 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We really enjoyed our stay. Great location, it was clean and convenient. No complaints
Bart L.
February 2022
Our room was very nice. It was spotlessly clean which we appreciated! The part across the street left us feeling slightly unsafe in the evenings.
Jeff L.
February 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is our second stay at Island Surf, but the first in this unit. The unit was well appointed, clean, and stocked with plenty bathroom towels, sheets, etc. It also had beach chairs, towels, coolers, a beach umbrella, and snorkel gear available to use. The kitchen had all the appliances necessary, coffee maker, toaster, and even a blender. The arrival and departure instructions were timely and detailed. The location of Island Surf is perfect. Its close to the beaches, restaurants and the new coffee shop/Blue Door Bread Co.(right behind the condo building). There was some pretty significant traffic noise with the roadway right in front of the building, but we knew that ahead of time. However, putting up with some noise was worth it for the perfect location. We would highly recommend this unit to anyone heading to Kihei
Hysan M.
January 2022
Very nice location in Kihei by the beach. Great to watch sunsets and Maui Dreams is right under the property if you're a diver and need to swap out tanks easily. The condo also has AC units in both the bedroom and the living room to keep the place cool. Excellent condo.
Sean R.
January 2022
This condo has the best views ocean across the street. Many shops and restaurants within walking distance. I’d definitely stay here again Mahalo!
Mike M.
January 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Excellent kitchen appointments and living room. Great view from the lanai, beautiful sunsets. Could use a sunscreen to ease the afternoon sun beating down like we had in another condo at Island Surf. The one weakness of condo is the loud AC in the bedroom. It had especially weird "rattling" sound while idling not actively cooling!
Rebecca T.
January 2022
We had a wonderful time in Maui, and the condo was perfect. It was much cheaper than the other options, but still had everything we wanted. The description of the property on VRBO matched our experience exactly. The interior of the apartment was attractive, clean, and everything was well-maintained. The king bed was extremely comfortable. The location was ideal -- right across the street from the beach in Kihei, with a view of the ocean. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony and watching the sunsets (although the cars on the street below can be noisy). Kihei has a lot to offer in terms of good restaurants and bars, but we also enjoyed the proximity to the resorts in Wailea. Everything on Maui is within driving distance, though, so we managed to explore most of the island over the course of our 6-day stay. Overall, highly recommended.
Sandra Y.
January 2022
Enjoyed the great sky colors - both sunset and sunrise.
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