A guest from Palo Alto, Calif
May 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall we loved our stay. The property itself is lovely, and the management staff onsite are friendly and attentive. The condo (#206) we stayed in we enjoyed very much, but there were multiple upkeep issues we brought to the management's attention.
A guest from Canyon Lake, California
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:
Makani Sands has never disappointed in all the years we have stayed at the property! The description of the unit was accurate and everything we needed we there for us. Tammy the property manager was so helpful and on top of every aspect of our stay. We come in February to see the whales and we like to do that with Captain Steve's Whale Watches (they lost their boats in the fire but you can still book through them and go out on smaller boats to get a great experience). You can watch the whales right from your lanai - just bring some good binoculars! There is so much to see and do on Maui and Makani Sands is 10/10 the best place to make your home base for a week or two!!
Tamara W.
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:
Outstanding view of ocean incredible loved staying there
A guest from Puyallup, Washington
January 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:
We stayed for 11 days and EVERYTHING about Makani Sands #203 was WONDERFULL!! The incredible condo itself!! The view!! The grounds!! The location!! The people!!We would recommend #203 "IN A HEART BEAT" to anyone at anytime!! You will NOT be disappointed and you will want to come back year after year!!MAKANI SANDS & STAFF you are the best!!
Jennifer F.
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:
Makani Sands has been my go to place for several years now. I enjoy the small, intimate setting that’s direct access to the ocean. Tammy at the front desk was amazing as always!
Jim F.
June 2023
We loved this condo. It was perfect. Close to all of the exciting sites, and yet private and friendly. Beech front views and scenic sunsets as our view made the location ideal. At night there is an amazing breeze that flows directly through the condo keeping it cool and fresh. Thank you so much for allowing us to utilize your home away from home in paradise. We will definitely be coming back.
Andrew E.
April 2023
Spent a few days on this part of Maui and the property and location were fantastic. The ocean view was great and made for great scenes to wake up with. No A/C but the windows and fans kept the unit a perfect temp. Will stay again if we have the chance.
m_shepard_99 S.
April 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:
Best location, very clean and well equipped. Had a memorable time. Everything was above my expectation. Very well kept property, clean, the location was absolutely wonderful, left the doorOpen to Lanai and was lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves lapping the beach. 10 Stars!!!
Kimberly N.
April 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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 space was quaint but very nicely kept. It was quiet and resting and relaxing with the greatest view of Maui's west ocean. It provided what we needed to enjoy a great family vacation and have access to beaches and shops.
A guest from Beaverton, Oregon
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:
It had been 35 years since we’d been to Maui so we weren’t sure where to stay and we had a budget. A friend stays nearby, that’s how we came upon this location. As with most places along this stretch it is an older condo but it is kept up nice. Great location, we never rented a car, but would next time to do more, but we were able to get our food local. Only drawback was a very firm bed, when this was mentioned we were told it was brand new so it may soften up with use.
Valerie D.
March 2023
First a big shout out to Tammy for being super responsive and so welcoming.
The suite is great - clean and had everything we needed in terms of kitchen tools etc. Bathroom is large with lots of storage and a very spacious and updated shower. Love the big bbqs and tiki torches along the ocean. Would definitely recommend.
Mary and Larry R.
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:
We enjoyed our stay in Makani Sands 206. Tammy is a delight and very responsive. It was a nice touch to see our names on a welcome sign the day we arrived! It rained most of the time we were in Maui but we were able to enjoy the waves and rain from inside our cozy condo. We are glad we had a rental car so we could venture out to less rainy areas or to indoor activities. We would definitely stay at Makani Sands #206 again.
Vanessa T.
December 2022
We totally loved this beautiful ocean view, super clean condo. Watching the rainbow arching on the ocean or spot the a cute, little turtle passing by from the balcony are some of our fav memories at this place. It has a homely furniture setup with fully equip kitchen including many, many spices for your home-cook meals. The staff are very nice and friendly. Mahalo for such a wonderful stay.❤😊
Amy S.
December 2022
I had an amazing time.
A guest from Vaughn, Washington
December 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:
When we booked the stay at Makani Sands we weren’t able to stay in the same room for our entire trip. We were moved to this room for the for last days of our stay. Tammy and Debbie made the room change very easy. This room also had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. Only issue was low water volume in the shower which we discussed with Tammy. The view and amenities compensated for the ongoing construction. We would stay again and recommend it to our friends and family.
Angela C.
November 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I wouldn't stay here again. Yes, the room had a view of the ocean but half of the front terrace was under construction and there were huge holes. There was also limited parking and the trees you had to park under left bird poop all over your car. There really isn't a beach in front of the condo and the pool is in the rear. The condo was dated but left in ok condition. The kitchen cabinets could be changed because they were sticky, and the doors were hard to open. Several of the outlets also didn't work so you had to move the coffee maker next to the phone outlet. There were other condos similar in price adjacent to Makani Sands. I wish I would have booked one of those. I was also told I would get 25% off my stay due to the construction and my credit card was charged the original amount.
Alexis G.
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:
Me and my husband had a wonderful time staying here for our honeymoon. the view was beautiful, loved that we could walk right on the beach. It was an awesome place to stay.
Gina G.
July 2022
My husband and I were on Kauai for a week and decided to extend our trip and check out Maui. For a last minute booking we were very impressed. Beautiful view. Great sunset right from your room. Very nice location for the price, just a short drive to ka’anapali beach and whale’s shopping center. Friendly staff. I was a little disappointed that the stairs down to the water were blocked off with caution tape so we could not snorkel or swim. If we come to Maui again we will probably stay in a larger resort where we can just walk to the beach, but we loved what we got for a last minute booking and the price. I do recommend.
Dayna F.
June 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
Unit 206 is so cool, quiet, and clean! No air conditioner here but we didn't need it on the second floor, there was plenty of cool air flowing. The view from the lanai is amazing especially for the fantastic sunsets and the pool area is spacious and clean! Overall a great stay!
Alisha S.
May 2022
Very nice place.
Don M.
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:
We have traveled to Maui for almost thirty years, Makani Sands was the best condo we have stayed in.Tammy and Patti are the BEST!
Sarah O.
May 2022
We had a great stay at this charming unit with private lanai and ocean views. Sunsets were beautiful! I really appreciated the basics that the unit was stocked with - that’s not always the case. But trash bags, detergents and toilet paper made it super easy. Great location near beautiful beaches. Loved it!
Irene C.
April 2022
This is our first time on Maui island. We can’t wait to come back again. The condo was very nice and clean. Views are amazing! We got to whale watch from our balcony. Sea turtles were visible from the sea wall. Makani sands met all our expectations!! True paradise!!
Lucike S.
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:
Great condo, great unit. Saw lots of whales from our lanai.
Julie O.
March 2022
The renting, checking in, and checking out was extremely easy! The place was comfortable and clean!
Anjali B.
February 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The unit is well stocked with everything you could need in Maui including snorkeling gear, chairs, and a light umbrella. Makani sands is walking distance to a number of good restaurants and a small sandy beach. We throughly enjoyed the sunset each evening with stunning views of Lanai and Molokai. It’s also a quick drive to Kampala, Lahaina etc.
william p.
February 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
Beautiful setting, great views, whale watching. Well maintained.
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