Kihei Akahi 1BD


Rates: $279 / night (avg.)
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Bed types: KX (sleeps 3)
Reviews: 5.00 (from 154 reviews)
The Kihei Akahi, opposite Kamaole II Beach Park is a fantastic property for both couples and families. Mere steps from the beach, the property features 2 pools, 2 barbeque and picnic areas, tennis courts, beautifully landscaped gardens, ample parking and onsite management and security.

Nearest Airport : Kahului at 16 Miles

Our one-bedroom condo, featuring a luxurious king sized bed, has a spacious open-galley kitchen. We did a complete renovation and refurbishment with new furniture, new appliances, new flooring, new bathroom and new kitchen in 2011. Every year since then, we have updated, maintained and refreshed the condo at least twice a year.

From the lanai of our Maui home on the third floor of the highly desired C Building, you look over the beautifully landscaped garden and across the lower pool to the ocean. Or, turn to the left and look over the upper pool to Haleakela - one of the two dramatic volcanos which created Maui. Kamaole II beach is mere steps from our door.

Our upgraded unit features tile flooring, new cabinets and granite countertop in the kitchen, new tiled walk-in shower in the bathroom with Bali beach stone flooring, new furniture and new painting and decor throughout. The condo is decorated in warm and welcoming colours which invoke the sand and shore. Sitting on the lanai, 1 level up, there is almost a courtyard feeling in the middle of the lush tropical vegetation of the Kihei Akahi garden. It is a wonderfully zen place to have breakfast or coffee. The added benefit to our location is that the inside of the condo stays cool during the day as it avoids the direct sun. Open the windows and let the sea breeze in!

Everything you need for your Maui vacation is in the unit including linens, dishes & cutlery, cooking utensils, laundry, beach chairs and toys. Well, not everything. The beach and the sun are outside and the shops and restaurants of Kihei and Wailea are minutes away. We hope you enjoy your stay in our little piece of paradise.

In response to the wildfires which decimated Lahaina, 10% of our rental revenue is donated to Habitat for Humanity Maui. They lost ten brand new homes in the fire and we want to help rebuild them.

Fully Renovated: Fully Furnished: Newly Stocked: Continually Upgraded: We purchased and renovated this property in 2011 and wanted to make it really special for ourselves, - and for you!

A note on air conditioning. Our condo is well shaded from direct sunlight and does not get as hot inside as others do. Accordingly we have an air conditioner in the living room but not in the bedroom ( which faces north). With the windows open and the sea breezes blowing, the rooms are always a comfortable temperature. If you are the type of person who needs air conditioning no matter what, this condo may not be right for you.

A note on payment schedule. The default is a single payment at time of booking. If your stay is longer than 10 days and you would like to split the payment into two, please ask before you book and I will be happy to set that up for you. (Not available for Expedia bookings, Vrbo only due to system constraints)

A note on Vacation Rentals. This condo complex was originally built as a vacation rental in the resort destination of Kihei, Maui. It is designed with the traveller in mind and was never intended as long term residence for those who live and work on Maui. No one is being displaced and so there is no need to feel guilty.

Keywords: Condo, self catering, 1 bedroom Registration Number: 390200010060, TA-086-654-5664-01, GE-086-654-5664-01

Kihei Akahi 1BD Reviews



Camie N.
June 2024
Property was centrally located and convenient for all of our activities. It was easy to walk to beach, food, and shopping. Complex is a garden oasis with a guided botanical walk, and condo was well equipped. Lanai was a perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee.


Terry D.
June 2024
Neal & Joe’s unit provided everything we needed for our stay and was very comfortable and homey. We couldn’t ask for a better location with just a short walk to the beach and good restaurants. Booking, check in, check out was a breeze and hassle free. Thank you for sharing your home with us. We’ll definitely be back….and next time for a longer stay.


Thomas B.
February 2024
Very nice property, host included some of the essentials you need, hand soap, auto dishwasher soap, small dish soap, starter qty paper towels, some spices for cooking. Enough so we didn’t panic when we first got there. Check in was efficient, condo was as expected, nicely decorated, sufficient space. The cross breeze was very good 5 out of seven days, the fan compensated for the other two days. Didn’t need AC. Wonderful balcony to enjoy listening to the birds and enjoying the lust greenery. Close to many restaurants and food stores, plus shops. Rent your vehicle from Kihei Rent a Car, great family business, great people and prices. Everything was wonderful would recommend and would stay here again.


J H.
February 2024
Neal was great to work with! Prompt responses to all my questions. This condo couldn't be in a better location. Easily walk to bars, restaurants and the beach. As well as an ABC store for quickly needed grocery supplies. Best VRBO owner we have ever worked with!! Highly recommend.


Luis y Ale F.
December 2023
It was our first time in Maui, and everything went beyond our best expectations. The condo is located right in front of Kamaole 2, a beatiful beach. The condo has everything you need for a wonderful vacation, it is very comfortable, and has all gear you would need for the beach. The condo owner is very responsive for any enquiry you may have. The property management is very kind, the whole complex is a nice garden. Definitively we recommend!!


Adil
November 2023
My family and I spent a week at Neal’s condo and we had a great time! The place was a perfect home away from home. Neal being an excellent host was very attentive and always there to help. The place was well-equipped and had everything we needed. Location was perfect and there was a beautiful beach right across the street. Great value for money and highly recommended!!


Elizabeth P.
November 2023
My husband and I had a fantastic stay in this condo. Neal is very responsive to any questions or concern that arose. The condo is located very centrally in the complex and in the town of Kihei. It is supplied wit( all the essentials including beach chairs, towels,etc. I would absolutely recommend this condo to friends and family and hope that we will be able to stay again in the future. Mahalo Neal!


Carly S.
August 2023
Loved the location! Right across the street from the beach, easy to get to, restaurants in walking distance, loved everything!


Michael C.
July 2023
I will definitely be staying there again


shane h.
July 2023
The property was just as described with a variety of food and shops close by. Neal gave amazing communication before and during the trip.


Mike
July 2023
Besides the well manicured grounds, the 2 swimming pools, tennis courts and friendly check-in service, we especially liked the close proximity to one of three beautiful beaches. We greatly appreciated the communication and overall concern for our pleasant stay from our landlord. We highly recommend this accommodation and will endeavor to book again in the future.


Giselle S.
June 2023
Neal’s condo is truly a slice of paradise. Location is perfect; right across the street from a beautiful white sand beach and walking distance from great food and shops. The condo is so clean, well furnished, with all the amenities. The couch in the living room is so comfortable with a view of a large flat screen tv. The kitchen has everything you need, including a dish washer! The bedroom is private and has a comfy king sized bed. The lanai is big with a table and four chairs and a gorgeous view of the ocean to the right and the mountains to the left. Below is a well manicured Hawaiian garden with beautiful trees to enjoy. Neal is truly the perfect host! Communication with him was easy and quick turn around. He is kind and generous! Thank you for sharing your incredible beach house ! We hope to back soon!


Thomas N.
May 2023
Perfectly located for different Maui activities around Kihei. Fully equipped for an easy stay. However some minor maintenanceNd new bed sheets needed as well as some beach equipment should be replaced.


Susan C.
May 2023
Great location, quiet, clean, has everything you need, long distance phone use and great communication with owner. We highly recommend this condo. The beach is very close, and lovely.


Roger L.
May 2023
We were very pleased with our condo and would happily return to #312 for our next trip to Kihei, Maui!


ROGELIO H.
May 2023
Great place to stay at Maui. Close to the beach and places to eat. Place was very quiet and nice to relax after a long day around the island.


Gwen W.
March 2023
The condo is good. It would have been great if the toilet wasn't so low. The toilet in this condo is very low. The top of the toilet was below my knees and I'm 5'7" tall. If you have bad knees or any mobility issues I'd recommend someplace else. The shower is great only a small lip to step over. I'm disabled and had to buy a mobility accessable potty chair in order to use the toilet in this condo. With the negative out of the way let's focus on the good. Sitting on the deck you can see the ocean and the mountains. Having my coffee outside in the morning was fantastic! The condo is walking distance to Fred's and Penny's Pizza. (I used my walker and I was fine). When their where no kids in the pool it was good. Too many kids and too many floating toys was too much for me. Neal and Jared provided us with a wonderful VRBO and it made our trip to Maui very special. Thank you


Heather
March 2023
What a great location with an excellent host. Very comfortable with all the amenities you could ever need.


Kathy H.
March 2023
My husband and I loved our stay at this property. The condo was spotless, had all the amenities we would want and the location was excellent! We loved having coffee/breakfast on the lanai as well as a relaxing drink after spending the days exploring the island and beaches. The whales were out in huge numbers this year and we could even spot some from the lanai. We made great use of the chairs/umbrella and coolers that were provided as we enjoyed the beaches across the street and also those we drove to. The location could not have been better!! To be able to just walk a few hundred meters to the beach and not worry about parking etc... priceless. There are plenty of shops and restaurants within walking distance as well. Overall, this condo was perfect and we would highly recommend it. We will definitely book this condo the next time we visit Maui. Mahalo Neal and Joe! Hope to be back sooner than later!!


Patricia J.
February 2023
Condo was good size and had everything you need for a month's stay. Great location - host so nice to communicate with and would definitely come back to this unit.


rita t.
December 2022
This property has a great location. It is perfect for day trips to anywhere on the island. The condo has everything you would ever need. (Beach towels, umbrella, beach chairs, full kitchen, safe, king bed, balcony, pools, in-suite laundry)


Mike N.
November 2022
Unit has everything you need for a great beach vacation.


Norma C.
October 2022
Excellent


Terri-lynne Jaimie T.
September 2022
Great 1st experience in a.Vrbo


Renaat S.
September 2022
We enjoyed our time at Neal's place, the location in Kihei is nice and makes it easy to explore the island. The condo was as described in the listing and Neal was helpful and quick to respond.


sophie m.
July 2022
We will come back again for sure


Scott G.
July 2022
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Neil was very commutative. The property was exactly as listed and the location was great. A wonderful stay


Jessica C.
June 2022
We booked the condo and found out shortly afterward that it had mistakenly been double booked. Neal quickly remedied the situation by working with another owner in the facility and getting us a very nice replcement unit after we agreed to it. He was a great communicator and made everything right if it wasn't. Thanks, Neal, for being a great rental owner!


Alexandra F.
March 2022
Great location, easy walk to gorgeous beach and restaurants Host excellent communicator! Lovely place! Recommended!!


Brad C.
March 2022
This was our 3rd stay at the Akahi and the second time in this unit. Felt like we were back home! It is so nice to know everything we need is in the condo waiting for us. We made a choice to limit eating out this trip and the kitchen served us well for prepping all our meals. Costco has a great selection of pre-cooked proteins that made home cooking a breeze. I think that a morning cup of coffee on the lanai overlooking the beautiful landscapes is the best part of the day - so peaceful and is a great way to start the day. Then off to check out the beach of the day…too many to choose from! Neal is a wonderful host. Checks in to make sure all is well and is quick to respond to when needed. It was really sad to leave even though we had 12 great days. Hopefully next time my brain functions better when packing to go home 😜.


Richard B.
March 2022
First things first, Neal is truly an outstanding host! Great communicator and pleasant to deal with. We could feel that he genuinely cared that our stay would be the best it could be. And we did have a great stay! The condo is tremendously well located. A great beach is right across the street and several others just a short walk or drive away. Lots of shops and restaurants also nearby. The development is well kept and the grounds are beautiful. On site management, 2 pools and BBQs. It was quiet at night and we always felt safe. We found everything we needed in the condo which was spotlessly clean on arrival. The updated kitchen is stylish and the living room and dining area are well furnished. The bedroom mattress was very comfortable and we appreciated the safe also located in the bedroom. From the lanai, we enjoyed several sunsets looking out to the ocean. Highly recommended. Mahalo Neal and hope to stay again one day.


Deb F.
March 2022
Beautiful grounds close to beach. Condo well furnished. Bathroom a little small. Overall very pleased with our stay.


Lori N.
February 2022
My friend and I stayed for 5 nights. The condo is very nice. Tge view of the ocean from the balcony is very nice. It was generally very quiet and relaxing. Close proximity to the beaches and activities. I would definitely return and the owner Neal is very responsive and kind.


Carl T.
February 2022
Great Trip!


Keegan B.
January 2022
This is a great location, walk to beach and shops. Unit was clean and had so many extras like chairs, coolers, umbrella, boogie and surf board, even some snorkeling gear. Communication was great with Neal. Sad to leave.


Deanne R.
January 2022
Apartment Older but very well equipped and maintained. Ideal location with beautifully landscaped immaculate grounds and amenities. Host very responsive and helpful.


Karin E.
October 2021
This condo is updated and well appointed with every comfort you need. They even had beach chairs, coolers, umbrellas etc. to set you up for the beach! This ideal Kihei location is across from Kamaole II Beach which was a wonderful place to swim, boogie board, and we even had several turtle sightings! A handful of restaurants are on the same block. Within a few minutes drive there are shops and more restaurants and beaches. We love the overall proximity of Kihei, not far from either Wailea or Lahaina and most adventures in Maui. The staff was friendly and helpful. The owner exhibited superior hospitality and information. The complex has pools, BBQ areas, and tennis court. Everything is well maintained. Enjoy your stay here you won’t be disappointed, we highly recommend!


Edward H.
September 2021
This is a great condo to stay in while in South Maui. It is clean, comfortable and tastefully decorated ( with a bit of Hawaiian kitsch!). The owners obviously take great pride in their place and are easy to work with. The gardens at the condo complex are amazing - so lush and beautiful. Easy walking distance to some great restaurants and very easy access to the options in Kihei triangle and Wailea. I definitely hope this condo is available next time I go to Maui!



September 2021
The pictures don't really do justice to this fantastic unit. Neal made the booking and check-in process really easy and everything was well organized and super clean when we arrived. We spent every morning at the beach across the street and even saw a sea turtle! We really appreciated the beach chairs and umbrella and the fully stocked kitchen meant we could do breakfasts and lunches at the unit and splurge on dinners out. There are three restaurants right next door so we didn't have to go far. A great way to get back into travel after all this craziness!


Michael L.
September 2021
Host was on top of everything…very good communication on details and answered all our concern…


Amy E.
July 2021
Really enjoyed this property. If you have not traveled to the islands, it is note worthy that there is limited a/c in this condo. With careful fan placement, keeping the blinds closed in the afternoon and a lucky change in the weather we were able to get more comfortable towards the end of the stay. I was prepared for the heat so not too much of an issue for me but our 3 yr old struggled a bit. The view and location more than make up for the warm bedroom.


Neal H.
June 2018
You can certainly see and feel the pride of ownership with this condo. The owners clearly want to make sure the guests feel welcomed and comfortable.


Dallas C.
May 2018
Look no further. Everything everyone is saying is true. Renovated, modern, spacious, spotless, gorgeous grounds, two pools, across street from beach. A bargain!


Janet G.
May 2018
We had a very pleasant experience here. The unit was beautiful, we enjoyed the views from the lanai, and almost every time we thought of something that the owner should furnish, we looked a little further and found that it was there (i.e. drying rack, bath mat). The Kihei location is excellent: a great beach across the street, lots of good restaurants nearby, and easy access to exciting drives around the island. The garden was really wonderful, and I was delighted to see two cranes (symbols of longevity and good fortune) come to visit one morning. I only used the upper pool, and found it suitable for lap swimming, and just the right temperature. There was one potential glitch: the parking lots had been scheduled for repaving on the morning that we were to check out. However, the management (and the paving company) handled the situation quite well, closing down only sections of the lots and announcing the schedule beforehand. While there was some confusion at first, everything went quite well, and the management deserves kudos. Jan Goodwin


Sharon C.
May 2018
We were very pleased with the condo. Neal was very patient with my many questions before our stay. The condo was very clean and had everything you would need for the beach, for meal preparation and even for laundering your clothes! The king size bed was very comfortable. The location is great...walk across the road for a great beach and many restaurants and stores are within walking distance. We did rent a car and got around the island easily. At first this comment may sound negative, but hear me out..After going to the beach the first day, we realized that our beach umbrella was missing a "screw type" piece on the bottom of our pole. It must have broken off with usual wear and tear-we still were able to use it that day. Neal had emailed me to make sure all was well upon our arrival. I shared with him about the umbrella and in the blink of an eye, Ed was at the condo to replace the umbrella with a new one. Now THAT is service. Things are bound to break with usage and how that is handled, says alot for the owner. We didn't go a day without an umbrella! Neal wants his guests to have a wonderful, comfortable time on Maui and it shows!! We highly recommend this condo and the service Neal provides! Thanks Neal and Joe for sharing your home with us!!


Brad C.
April 2018
I’ll start by stating that Neal is a pleasure to interact with as owner of this fantastic condo. He made sure to check in before, during and after our stay to ensure everything was OK. The condo itself is in a great location across the street from Kam II beach. Great shops, restaurants beaches and shopping within easy walking distance. The grounds of the condo are also immaculate with the grounds crew there keeping everything beautifully kept (everyday from our experience). The condo was set up as well as any hotel room with all you could need. Kitchen well stocked, soap for the dishes, dishwasher, washing machine all provided. Containers for leftovers or packing lunches were appreciated too. Nice to have novels to choose from too...I even left one that I’d brought to add to the collection. Didn’t use the crib board but nice to have if we wanted. The unit has air conditioning but we never needed to use it. Keep the doors open with the lockable screens and the cross breeze was more than sufficient. Used the BBQ at the pool on 2 occasions as well and found they were in good condition (heard they were recently replaced). Didn’t use the pool but saw lots of families taking advantage. Kihei is a great location to explore from. Whether shopping, snorkeling, paddle boarding or surfing all were close by. And driving to other spots on the island was quickly accessed from the Akahi. We did most of our grocery shopping at the Foodland just down the street. Groceries can be expensive but it’s still cheaper than eating out for every meal! My wife and I are already planning when we can go back again and Neal’s place is where we want to stay! Mahalo. Stayed April 7 to 14, 2018.


Pamela S.
January 2017
We enjoyed every minute of our 3 week stay in Maui, made all the better by the ease and comfort offered in this lovely, spotlesssly clean condo. The size and layout were perfect for us, and we appreciated having all the vacation "props" provided. We made regular treks across the street to Kamaole II, with umbrellas, chairs, towels, and cooler in tow. We were within walking distance of several of our favourite restaurants, and cooking in was facilitated by a well stocked kitchen. We enjoyed the pretty garden view from the lanai for morning coffee, and in the evening for twilight crib. The complex is very well maintained, with beautiful gardens, pools, and barbque areas. Thanks, Neal and Joe, for making booking so easy, and for ensuring we had everything we needed. We have rented in other complexes in Kihei before, but this would be our first choice for a one bedroom unit. Aloha!


Beverly B.
January 2017
This was our first visit to Maui although we've been to Hawaii before and rented condos using VRBO in the past. While we've never had a bad experience, we are always thorough when doing our trip preparations and take our time to read the reviews before making a final selection. Our first impression when we walked through the door was just how accurate all the reviews were of not only the condo itself, but it's amenities and the surrounding area. For us cleanliness is of paramount importance and the condo was spotless including all the linens, the bathroom and kitchen (including the fridge and stove). All items listed were there including a few we didn't expect (like a cribbage board) and in great shape. Furthermore, Neal's correspondence with us before, during and after our stay made us feel that he truly cared about our stay there. We wholeheartedly recommend this condo to anyone--it is across the street from a great beach, near good restaurants and located in a beautiful and peaceful complex. We listened to the birds every morning and couldn't hear traffic sounds at all. We will be back... Bev and Doug


Barry M.
November 2016
The property was kept up very well. The grounds were beautiful. The condo was in a great location and minutes from the beach: The whole experience was worth the trip. Thank you


Nick B.
October 2016
Thanks Neal for an amazing stay. We had a small plumbing problem but Neal quickly and professionally fixed the issue and accommodated us. The condo was spotless, well stocked (especially with beach chairs, parasol, coolers etc. to make for great beach days). Exactly as the photos show, walking distance to the beach and restaurants and quiet at night. Would recommend this to anyone and can't wait for our next stay here. Thanks Neal!


Ariel R.
October 2016
This condo definitely lived up to our expectations. It was very clean and looks exactly how the pictures show. We were very happy with the location- very close to beach (right across the street), walking distance to restaurants and bars. It was very easy to find and get in and out of. The condo provides all items needed for a fun day at the beach: coolers, towels, beach chairs, boogie boards, etc.. We definitely used all items daily. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because although the Unit has AC; it is in the living room and doesn't really reach the bedroom. Luckily there was a ceiling fan in the bedroom along with a standing fan that we used to help cool it down as much as possible. Overall it was a great condo and I would definitely stay again!


Anna N.
July 2016
This place was great. It was clean, great location, and stocked up with everything we needed. We appreciated the beach gear that was provided. Thanks again for an awesome place for our first visit to Hawaii


Aaron B.
July 2016
This is such a great spot central to restaurants, shops and of course Kamaole Beach! The accommodations were spotless in the condo and on the property, when we weren't at the beach we definitely used one of the 2 pools. We found the drives to other beaches seamless, Kihei has lots of beaches very close by both north and south. Getting up to Kaanapali was a great drive, did this one a couple times, the road to Hana was winding but worth it - all of our excursions from and in Kihei were great and we never felt like we were too far from anything. The condo for us worked out perfectly, all the amenities we needed were there when we felt like cooking for ourselves. Shortly after getting settled in the condo we felt very much at home and throughout our stay the topic of a return visit occurred more than once. Can't wait to visit again, thank you for the perfect stay!


Chelsey D.
June 2016
We stayed in Joe and Neal's condo from June 10-20 with our 18 month old son. It was clean and well stocked with everything we needed including beach gear and kitchen essentials. The location was perfect, just a short walk to the beach and an even shorter walk to two great pools. We found the condo and property to be safe and fun for our son, who kept himself busy playing with the beach toys or watching birds on the lanai. The air flow inside the condo was great, we didn't need to turn on the AC much even though the temperatures outside were high. Overall, we loved this place... we appreciate the care that has been put into it, and would (will!) stay there again in the future!


Thomas M.
June 2016
Well located, nicely furnished, clean and neat accommodations with beach chairs, boogie boards and umbrella available for your use. View of the grounds from the balcony is nice but ocean view is a stretch. Many restaurants and variety of eating opportunities within walking distance. And there is easy access to a great beach across the street with great snorkeling among the large sea turtles located there. Management office is little help if you need anything, but all in all an excellent value.


Jill B.
May 2016
Great location. Well kept.

Note: Vacancy calendar is approximate. Visit the owner/manager's reservation site to verify your dates.

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