ATOM R.
July 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:
The management is superb! I stayed on the bottom floor which makes it some much nicer to just walk out the slider to the ocean feet away. I have been all over the island and done all the activity, staying here makes it nice to stay at home for the day, you have it all right there, snorkeling with turtles, you can take your paddle board out, sunsets are stunning.
Mike L.
July 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:
The beach and swimming and snorkeling are top shelf. Close to Whalers village and plenty of food options. The grounds are kept up very well. Now the downside ANTS ANTS ANTS, we went and bought ant traps and they were no help. This really should be addressed.
Judith F.
November 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
The unit needs a a lot of work. There is so much stuff in the closets that we had nowhere to put our suitcases or things. My husband opened a drawer in the master bath and drawer front twisted in his hand. Front door knob does not lock. The chair in the dining room had a screw sticking up into the seat. The light in the dining room did not work. The toilets were running and screaming when we got there, which was fixed. The garbage disposal did not work, they fixed it. The dishwasher door would not stay open. The bed WAY too big for the room. The light over the bed does not work. The kitchen cabinets are in TERRIBLE shape. The shower faucet is loose. It might be leaking in the wall. Table on deck has a broken leg. It sits on a rock. The drapes are falling off the hooks in both rooms. Can't get them closed all the way. Flood light outside of unit flashes on and off all night.I would recommend the property but NOT this unit.
Steve B.
July 2023
This is the best vacation my wife and I have ever taken in our 55 years of marriage. The unit we had was on the ground floor, less than 30 feet from the waters edge. The ocean view and gentle sound of the waves where so relaxing. Our unit had every thing you would need and the complex had tables with chairs and lounges overlooking the beach and the beautiful multi shade blue ocean, built in gas bar BQ's for steaks, fish and chicken. One day I went snorkeling just 25 feet from shore of the complex and saw several turtles and tropical fish without having to travel anywhere by car. It was my first time snorkeling and was an amazing experience I will never forget. I am already planning my next vacation to come back here for next year. When you find paradise you must try to come back as many times as you can. I just can't stop smiling every time I think of my stay in Maui and at Makani Sands.
Brianna W.
June 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:
This condo had great views and will love to go back.
Kathy W.
May 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
We love staying here, everyone goes above and beyond.
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:
It was fantastic! We have stayed at Makani Sands before. The unit we Rented was Great!Clean and is close to restaurants and shopping. The Beach is Great. Turtles swim up on the beach it is great to see them. We also saw whale. This was a Great Trip.
Edmond c.
August 2022
This spot is amazing. Location and footsteps to the beach. Tammy was a great host!
Phi Loan N.
July 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very 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:
Everything was good with us during the time we stayed there. Thank you so much and hope to see you again
Ryan M.
June 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:
Makani Sands #101 was overall perfect for our vacation. We very much enjoyed the beach which was basically in the backyard. The water had so much opportunity for snorkeling and we were able to see multiple Sea Turtles. The condo was well taken care of with a generous amount of amenities. We had a great time and would stay there again.
Belinda B.
June 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
The view and location of this condo were nothing short of spectacular! Right on the ocean. There are turtles that hang out there daily. Really loved our stay!
David C.
April 2022
A lovely home away from home, but better because it is on Maui!
The louvered windows opened to keep the ocean breeze flowing through the suite, and the lovely sound of waves permeating it.
Close enough to walk to interesting things to do, yet far enough away to not be busy.
We were able to sit in the lanai, or on the terrace, and watch whales - so exciting and entertaining. I went in the water out front everyday to play in the waves and enjoy the ocean - I appreciated the outside shower to wash off after my dips.
We were also consumed by the flowers, the trees, the birds, the geckos in the yard, green spaces - so beautiful.
All the staff were helpful and pleasant.
Luckily, our week was sunny and warm - we were grateful for the ice in the freezer - it kept our water bottles cool, even in the lovely heat.
I hope to return, so many good memories...I hope to make more!!
Chris F.
March 2022
The condo was nice and cozy. The location was close to nice beaches and snorkeling spots.
Daniel P.
March 2022
Condo was everything you would want clean and had all the small things you will need for a stay, (beach towels. Snorkeling equip, dishes) only thing is there is NO BEACH OUT BACK, the picture they show is either from years ago when they had a beach or another property beach. We did see whales and turtles almost daily, condo was clean although cable was out in the bedroom told fron office on day one, day nine on check out still not working but this seems to be the cable provider issue not the condos.
February 2022
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 do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I have stayed at Makani Sands for 41 years........Our trip was fabulous and for the most part, so was Makani Sands. We were in 101 for the second week and found the unit in need of some updating, repair, and insect control. Unfortunately the kitchen was in need of some basic culinary equipment and the sofa needed cleaning - smelled horrible. We appreciated the corner unit with extra windows, 2nd bathroom, etc. but overall it needs an update. Tammy was fabulous.
Sarah M.
February 2022
This was our first time in Hawaii for our family. The condo was very comfortable and we felt very safe. We loved having the ocean steps from our back door. We drank tea out on the porch every morning and evening and watched the whales. Just the sound of the waves crashing all day was amazing. The water comes right up to the wall so there was no beach. The stairs to get up and down are also blocked off. We had no issues finding parking in the parking lot and the kids loved the heated pool. The condo has a washer and dryer that we used during our stay. Having two bathrooms was great for our family. The kitchen had everything needed to cook meals, even a rice cooker! The gas grills are steps from the unit and we used them many times. They were super convenient. We were very comfortable at Makani Sands and would stay again. The unit has no AC, but there are several fans and plenty of windows. The unit also has plenty of sheets and blankets available. This building is within walking distance of the playground and a few shops. We had an amazing first trip to Hawaii and we can't wait to return.
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