Kauhale Makai, Maui

Kauhale Makai, also known as Village by the Sea, is a peaceful oceanfront resort in Kihei, Hawaii. The resort offers a range of amenities, including a large pool, kiddie pool, hot tub, barbecue grills, shuffleboard, putting green, and volleyball court. Guests can also enjoy nearby tennis and pickleball courts, as well as access to a sandy beach perfect for beach walking, kayaking, paddleboarding, and watching sunrises and sunsets. The resort is centrally located, providing easy access to Maui's best beaches, restaurants, golf courses, shopping, and other attractions. Kauhale Makai is a smoke-free and pet-free resort, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Kauhale Makai Average Rates


As of March 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kauhale Makai is $313. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $504. The average takes into account Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax as well as the cleaning and booking fees rentals charge. Also note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usally much higher). Visit the Kauhale Makai Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


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The following executive summary is based on a comprehensive and impartial AI analysis of guest reviews. Keep in mind that all units are individually owned, and review scores among units can vary considerably.

Based on the reviews, guests generally have a positive experience at the Kauhale Makai condo resort on Maui. The resort seems to offer beautifully decorated suites with breathtaking ocean views, central location, and great amenities like beach supplies, pools, and hot tubs. Guests appreciate the well-equipped units, cleanliness, and the convenience of having kitchen essentials and beach gear available. The sunset views from the property are frequently mentioned as a highlight. Communication with hosts and property management is reported to be excellent, contributing to a smooth and enjoyable stay. Some minor issues mentioned include the need for updates or repairs in certain units, occasional cleanliness concerns, and the desire for more basic supplies like toilet paper and trash bags. Overall, the Kauhale Makai condo resort appears to be a recommended place to stay for a relaxing and comfortable vacation on Maui, with many guests expressing a desire to return. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 guest reviews.

Recent Kauhale Makai Reviews


Nice location… can walk out to beach! AC was helpful for our thick New England blood! Place was perfect with ground level lanai’s! Full kitchen was helpful to save money on food! Property mgt was helpful and welcoming!
lisa p.
December 2024

Stayed there for a week and we’d be happy to return! Margo was great and communicative. The place was clean and comfortable. Great access to the beach and located in a great area. Mahalo for a great experience Margo!
Jackson V.
December 2024

We stayed for the month of November. A great location, the venue was well maintained. The condo was well supplied and decorated. We enjoyed our time in the sun.
Erin F.
December 2024

Me and my Wife stayed here for our honeymoon it’s a great central location on the Island for all the activities. The condo was clean and comfortable with a functional kitchen for meals if you desire. Central AC was awesome, bed was comfortable and there was plenty of beach towels and a decent set of beach chairs/umbrella f
Greg P.
December 2024

Cute, comfortable and clean! Great communication and ease of use.
Jenna A.
December 2024

Convenient location. Clean property with nice ocean views.
Effie L.
December 2024

We were so happy with our stay. It’s not easy to meet my cleanliness standard but this place was absolutely spotless when we arrived. Well stocked with everything you could need. We were missing a travel crib when we arrived, I reached out to Joe and he had one delivered within a couple hours. Can’t wait to go back.
Rosalie P.
December 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: Unit was clean and well maintained. Comfortable and convenient location. Grounds are wonderful and view from condo is impressive. Management was helpful and responsive. I would recommend this place and stay here again.
Dennis W.
December 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: Nice view of the ocean from the balcony, quiet place. Pool & Hot Tub well kept as was the room. Easy check-in/out process.
Duane R.
December 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: loved the balcony and available kitchen. hot tub was a nice communal area to meet people. woudl stay again.
Tom J.
December 2024

This was a very quiet condo with a nice view in a relaxing part of Kihei. Was nice to be able to walk to the beach.
Welles B.
December 2024

The property was presented as it actually was. It was clean and had all you need for cooking. The view was awesome!! It was too bad that the air conditioning went out the 2nd day of our week vacation.
Nancy F.
December 2024

Condo was immaculate and clean. It has everything that one needs in a home. A short walk to a small stretch of beach. Check-in and out was a breeze. Residents and guests there were polite and respectful. Highly recommend this rental property.
Phillip S.
December 2024

Loved that it was so close to the beach and that chairs and umbrella were provided. A little disappointed that the inside of the unit was not updated and the closet had a lot of sand and dirt in it. The toilet did not flush well and the bathtub drain was very slow.
Sheri O.
December 2024

The condo is beautiful! The kitchen is really well equipped, it’s very quiet for sleeping and the king size bed was luxurious. We enjoyed the morning sun on the lanai with our breakfast and great ocean views. The property also has a beautiful lawn area, pool, bbq’s, hot tub and sandy beach where you can do walks in either direction.
cynthia m.
December 2024

We loved our time at this condo. We loved sitting on the deck and watching the sun rise and set. Would love to return!
Lindsay H.
December 2024

Wonderful location to rest and experience Maui. Could stay within 3 miles or drive an hour 2, either way you’d have something new to try almost daily. Food and a calm area where I could snorkel or hike was what I was going for and this spot was perfect for all. Home is clean, bright, and the perfect size for a couple.
Cydney C.
December 2024

We stayed here for 2 nights while visiting Maui. We live on a different island and this was the perfect spot for a peaceful getaway that still feels like home. It has a beautiful view to enjoy coffee or wide down a the end of the day. Very pleased with the amenities included just incase you forget something! Overall, great stay for a great price!
Donald C.
December 2024

This one bedroom apartment is located on the ocean side of the road close to all conveniences in Kihei pool and hot tub were working the whole time. Condo is properly stocked with all kitchen items needed as well as beach chairs, snorkel gear and umbrella for daily trips to the beach. It is on the second floor and the elevators are in the building.
Tom M.
November 2024

Location and pool area where very good. just some smll issues with the unit. The wicker deck chairs need to be replaced Could not sit in them without getting scratched and the sliding door to the deck did not close as it was broken.
James F.
November 2024

Condo was great. Only thing we noticed was drapes were stained or noticeably dirty and side of fridge looked like a condiment war had taken place. Otherwise we had an excellent time and really enjoyed the condo. Mahalo
Melissa
November 2024

Clean place, good location. Comes equip with everything you need.
Dillon T.
November 2024

Condo updated, and bed comfy, but slider door to lanai wouldn't open, living room is dark, needs more light, shower slow to drain until we cleaned hair out. Otherwise a nice place to stay.
Ella W.
November 2024

My husband and I enjoyed our stay. The condo is centrally located, well stocked with necessities plus extras, and nicely decorated with new updates. We loved the beautiful view, and we enjoyed sitting on the balcony.
DeAnna B.
November 2024

Was better than the pictures. Loved the balcony and the hot tub!! A little bit of TV problems, but not a big deal for us, and I think Stephen would have fixed it quickly if I made it a bigger deal. Great local spots to eat & drink VERY close by! Go to Nalu's for happy hour, Java Cafe for coffee/pastries, and Diamonds if you want to catch all the games while you're away!
TJ B.
November 2024

The view from the property was amazing. We took full adavantage of the kitchen and dinning area for breakfasts and lunches. We had a couple of questions during our stay. Management respond quickly and folloed up to make sure our needs were met. Great stay!!!
Todd R.
November 2024

Condo was at a great location on the island. The condo was as pictured, right next to the beach and nice lawn. Check in process was extremely easy and there was ample parking spots. Perfect size condo for a couple. Would rent again!
Caitlin W.
November 2024

Place needs some updates and improved air conditioning. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay.
James K.
November 2024

Very nice condo! Exactly as described. Clean, comfortable and nicely decorated. Location is convenient for shopping and restaurants. Plentiful parking. Joey was extremely helpful when ever we had questions. Communication was great. Highly recommend this Kihei condo. Would definitely return.

November 2024

The unit is updated and clean, and everything was in good working order. The kitchen is very well stocked with cookware, dishes and appliances to prepare meals. The lanai extends from the living area to the bedroom and the view over the expansive lawn to the ocean is beautiful. All linens were clean and the bed was comfortable to us. Central AC was appreciated during the night for comfortable sleeping. There was decent water pressure and plenty of hot water for showers. We would definitely stay here again and would highly recommend.
J S.
November 2024

Fabulous view. Wonderful stay!
Cherie R.
November 2024

Stunning location with picture perfect sunsets every day. Clean, comfortable, quiet. Helpful thoughtful host and office staff. Close to restaurants, attractions, airport with little traffic. Wonderful visit. Hope to be back.
Emily K.
November 2024

I loved my stay in Maui. Perfect for one person and the location. Had all I needed. Margo was great! The property manager was also great! Everyone was very accommodating! The only thing I feel it needed was a patio screen for fresh air.
Teri C.
November 2024

Overall, I enjoyed my stay at the Condo. It looked and felt as advertised. The only thing I would recommend as an improvement would be the bed, mattress, and pillows - I think they have aged and they should be replaced for a more comfortable stay.
Jawahar S.
November 2024

This was a smooth and easy process to check in and get to the place. The view was amazing and the place had everything you could need. Plus two separate bathrooms with bidets attached to either room were amazing. Definitely will be coming back to this place.
Welder with a beard
November 2024

Excellent location, very on all points good and I recommend! The only negative point, ventilation on the roof very noisy and a lots of vibration
Andrée O.
November 2024

What a great stay with a prime location at Kihei. Such a lovely time. The place had everything we need for a quick and short getaway. Thanks for making it so easy for us to check in and check out!

November 2024

This was perfect for our family! The neighborhood was quiet, the amenities were fantastic. It was clean, and very comfortable. We loved the short walk to the beach. The host was quick to update information when needed. Will definitely stay again if its available on our next teip. Defin Definitely recommend.
AJ C.
November 2024

Everything was truly great! PM communication Only issue was shared venalation and the pot smoking neighbors. Not a huge deal for some but ifif the kids were along it would have been. and response was amazing!. Only issue w
Justine L.
November 2024

Condo was very clean, everything is nice but older. Was a little disappointed they didn't provide shampoo, conditioner or soap in the bathtub/room. The condo is outside the parking lot but surprisingly quiet.
Laura H.
November 2024

Nice place
Dennis W.
October 2024

We would stay here again. The place was in a good location with a lovely view. It was clean except for the floors which must have been overlooked and the beds and furniture were very comfortable for the three nights we were there. There is a lot of beautiful furniture in the King Bedroom which makes it cramped. I would only have one dresser and swap it with the other one to the Queen bedroom. Not a lot of room to hang clothes in either closets as there is so much other stuff taking up closet space. All in all it was a lovely stay. Thank you.
Mary M.
October 2024

The apartment was perfect for a girls trip! 15-20 minute drive to the main area with all the big box stores (Costco, Wal-Mart, Target) and a 15 minute drive to the shops at Grand Wailea for good luxury shopping and spas. We both had our own bedroom and bathroom which was convenient for getting ready to hit the town. Host was responsive and was able to let us check in a tad bit early so that was great. The apartment was clean and decorated very nicely, updated kitchen with all plates, glassware, silverware. Smart TV in living room worked great. AC worked great. Rooms had extra towels, and bedding. Providing the beach chairs, umbrella and tote cooler was a nice touch. The umbrella was a bit worn and jury-rigged to keep together, but worked okay. Fine for one day at the beach! Couple of notes: we wish there was a couple more pieces of information shared, like which building we were supposed to go to (there are two). Google maps actually sends you to the wrong building, so that had us walking around in circles a bit when we got there. Also the house rules ask you to take out the trash and recycling when you leave, but doesn't tell you where to go. Once we found it, the signs say to separate bottles & cans for recycling (wish we would have done ahead of time). Also if you are a light sleeper, there is a fan in the main bathroom that is unable to be turned off. Other than those very minor inconveniences, we had a very nice stay and would recommend others to stay there! Book it!
Deidre S.
October 2024

We had a wonderful time! The condo is absolutely beautiful!! It was well stocked with coffee, sugar, salt/pepper, etc….. along with beach towels, and chairs. Joan is the best host anyone can have. Any questions we had, were answered quickly. Nothing like sitting on the Lanai each morning with my coffee in paradise It was so awesome and we did not want to leave!! I highly recommend this place. You will LOVE it!!
Donna R.
October 2024

Great access to the beach. Pool and hot tub was really good. Owner/management very responsive. Overall loved it and would stay here again!
Brian S.
October 2024

Perfect location close to amazing beaches and the view is amazing! The hot tub and pool at sunset was a great time. Definitely would stay again!
Michael S.
October 2024

We recently stayed at this fantastic condo in Maui, and it was amazing. The ocean views were breathtaking, and the place was clean and well-equipped. Its location was ideal—just a short walk to the beach and nearby shops. Our host was responsive and this condo truly made our Maui vacation special. Highly recommend!
Kristina A.
October 2024

Lovely stay in this well appointed condo.
Angela L.
October 2024

Margie's home is wonderful. Very comfortable and nicely appointed. The views from every room are wonderful and the unit it quiet being situated away from the pool. And if you are a cook like I am, wanting a condo in order to eat in frequently, you will be very pleased. I stay in Vrbo places frequently and have never stayed in one where the kitchen was so well supplied with everything you could need to make a complete dinner. I never looked for anything that I could not find. I also particularly liked that it was just a bit north of the main Kihei action but close enough for easy access. Now I'm just trying to figure out how soon I can go again!
Matthew B.
October 2024

We really liked the condo and location. Could use a little updating and issue with living room tv it was unplugged so i plugged it back in but never got it to work and TP dispenser screws stripped so it needs to be fixed. Overall we liked it and would stay there again.
Ron S.
October 2024


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