Sands of Kahana, Maui

The Sands of Kahana is located on the beautiful and uncrowded Kahana Beach, midway between Kaanapali and Kapalua resorts. Resort amenities include a beachside pool and hot tub, a separate pool for children, two fitness centers, lighted tennis and basketball courts, a putting green, and beach volleyball court. The resort also features an on-site restaurant and bar that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and offers a daily Happy Hour. For outdoor cooking enthusiasts, there are 16 beach level gas BBQ's that are cleaned daily.

The resort's concierge service can assist with booking activities and making restaurant reservations. Water activity equipment such as surfboards, paddle boards, and snorkeling gear can be rented on-site. Golf lovers will appreciate the proximity to Kaanapali and Kapalua golf courses. The resort offers covered parking at no extra fee and has 24-hour security and front desk service. The Sands of Kahana provides a perfect balance of activity and relaxation for a memorable Hawaiian vacation.

Sands of Kahana Average Rates


As of April 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Sands of Kahana is $319. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $698, and 3 bedroom units average $916. 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 Sands of Kahana Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 928 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.

Guests have had overwhelmingly positive experience at the Sands of Kahana condo resort on Maui. The panoramic ocean views, spacious and well-equipped condos, and the resort's amenities including the beach, pools, and on-site restaurant, have been highlights for many. Despite some minor suggestions for updates and improvements, the overall sentiment is that this location offers a fantastic vacation experience with beautiful views, comfortable accommodations, and convenient access to beach activities. The owners of the condos seem responsive and attentive, contributing to guests' enjoyable stays. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 928 guest reviews.

Recent Sands of Kahana Reviews


This vacation was just what the family needed. Beautiful ocean view off the balcony. The beach, grilling facilities and pickle ball courts were greatly used. The condo was exactly as pictured and wonderful.
Jennifer D.
December 2024

We have stayed multiple times at this resort. This has been one of the better rooms with great ocean views. Only wish the master bedroom had an ac unit as it got a little warm even with all the fans going.
Michelle W.
December 2024

The property is an excellent place to stay. Kitchen is well appointed. Plenty of supplies like paper towels, TP, ect. The view cannot be beat. Comfy beds and pillows.The place is very large with ample space for everyone. The host is fantastic and communicates very well.
George N.
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: We had such a great stay here. The location was fantastic, easy beach access and walkable to a couple small markets and restaurants. It is 10 minutes drive to larger whiter sand beaches with snorkeling and many other markets and restaurants. The unit was very clean and large and accommodated 6 adults and two toddlers easily. The views were wonderful especially the beach facing balcony. We rented some beach chairs and toys and then found a good stash in the cabinet under the stairs so we were well supplied. Check-in and out was very easy. I spoke with the manager a few times before we arrived and received very warm and friendly customer service. Highly recommend.
Lori C.
December 2024

Everything was great - location, cleanliness, amenities and beach equipment, well stocked kitchen utensils. The views and natural light were fantastic. We travelled with a 13 month old, and there was ample space for him to move around. The host mentioned that they didn’t have a crib available, but they do have a pack and play which our son slept in comfortably.
Rishad K.
December 2024

Beautiful corner 3 bedroom unit on 5th floor. Great for our grandkids having both sand beach and pool. Owner was very attentive. We'll be back!
Ray D.
December 2024

WOW. This was one of the BEST places we have stayed in. It was immaculate, well stocked and beautiful. Cynthia made sure we knew we could contact her for anything, but we never needed to. It was better than described. It was on the water! I would 100% recommend staying. In general, the Sands of Kahana was a very nice complex. Having a rental shop on site was so easy! But this apartment was AMAZING!
Susan D.
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: We loved this condo! The view was amazing, the condo had everything you could need and it was spacious for our family of 8. We would definitely stay here again!
A guest from Cologne, MN
December 2024

We had a great trip over Thanksgiving. Condo is beautiful and upgraded with central air. We liked the location where we could easily get to Kaanapali for all the activities, but were away from the hustle and bustle. Pool is simple but warm, much better than some fancy resorts that have slides and lazy rivers but the water is so cold your kids won’t go in. We also visited the nearby Nāpili beaches and blowhole. Location was perfect!
Katerina A.
December 2024

You can’t beat the location. There are stores that are walking distance and Whaler Village is a short drive away. While it is a first floor unit, there is a basement level so the condo is raised to more of a 2nd level condo. We saw plenty of whales from the balcony! The beach was a bit rocky. Only minor complaint was the master bathroom shower drained very slowly. Communication with the host pre trip was great. Overall we would stay here again!
Alex W.
December 2024

Very clean and very easy getting checked in. I would definitely stay here again. Just one heads up, you are right on the beach and the waves are loud, they really really break load on this beach. Nice area, would recommend.
Jenny M.
December 2024

Awesome location. Condo very dated and many things needing to be repaired/replaced. Owner was responsive to concerns and took quick action to resolve AC issue. Owner has plans to make upgrades/etc. and then will be 5 stars.
Teri D.
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: Property was as described. Great view and location. The condo was well stocked with everything needed. Only complaint is that the restaurant/bar was not open - being redone.
Cathy F.
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: We traveled with our parents to Hawaii and loved our stay here. We spent most of our time on the deck watching people and turtles. The condo was very clean and comfortable. There are no extra kitchen items so make sure to bring coffee for that first morning.
Shannon D.
December 2024

The condo is nicely decorated and has a killer view - except for afternoon hours when the direct sun drove us out. Window coverings that could have helped were mostly inoperable. Kitchen and bath cabinetry is old and failing. The deck floor and chairs had more than one generation of bird poop.
Ralph N.
December 2024

The condo was accurately listed. The property was clean and the check-in and out process was easy. Communication with the owner was great! Our family of 8 would stay at this condo again! Thank you!
Brenda B.
November 2024

It’s was a beautiful place
Ashley L.
November 2024

We were so fortunate to find this gem last minute for a birthday celebration trip. What a perfect place! Perfectly remodeled, new and gorgeous! Super comfortable beds. An incredible stocked kitchen with everything you’ll need - and so organized! Beautiful view right at the ocean front. Easy to access and close to other things to do (go to the Gazebo for breakfast!) We saw turtles, swam, sunned, walked the beach. Just a gorgeous place. Mahalo to the owners for creating this place!
Patti S.
November 2024

The condo was fantastic. Very spacious to accommodate all of our family comfortably. The kitchen and area was large with lots of appliances and cookware. Everything we needed was available and in great quality. Every bathroom was large and well supplied. The view from our balcony was mesmerizing. The beach was close enough to enjoy multiple times per day. The children's pool was great for our 2 year old grandson to play in daily.Thank you Cindy for reaching out to make sure we had everything we needed. Your home was truly amazing!

November 2024

Stayed here for my 30th birthday with my family, and wow!! This was one of the best places I’ve ever stayed, amazing views from every balcony. Great amenities, and location. 10/10 recommend to anybody. Good for groups.
Zain A.
November 2024

The condo is absolutely beautiful. The host, Gail, is very responsive. My husband and I had a wonderful trip. The location is perfect with a few restaurants in walking distance. The condo has a full kitchen, but we did not cook on our stay. The in-house washer and dryer is perfect and was used. I would recommend booking this condo as you will not be disappointed.
Tricia C.
November 2024

Peaceful, beautiful ocean views. Great stay!
Preety G.
November 2024

This was our third stay in this condo! If you’re looking for a unit with an epic view this unit is for you! The balcony is perfect for watching turtles and other sea life swim by, during whale season you can have a front seat to the show! The unit is accurately advertised as photos are pretty current. Only problem we had was air conditioning was not working properly, owner has repair on the way so hopefully just a onetime glitch! Owner is really responsive when questions come up! We are looking forward to coming back and will book this unit again!
Jennifer P.
November 2024

The condo unit itself was perfect for our family - 5 adults and 2 toddlers. It was updated, clean and the view is spectacular. We did not realize the restaurant was no longer operating and there is construction underway to build a new one. I imagine the property will be much nicer once that is completed. As it is now, the property and grounds could use some cleaning up and updating. We had excellent communication with the property manager prior to checking in.
Kathy L.
November 2024

Great place to stay. Where this condo is located on the beach we would see turtles all day long. There's grass beds off to the side of the beach property entrance that they would hang out in all day.
Dayna M.
November 2024

We had a wonderful time. The condo is very clean and lots of space. Amazing views. Place is very clean. Kitchen is fully equipped. I like to cook so it was heaven for me. So much space for the pantry. The area is a walking distance to restaurants depending on how much you want to walk. We will definitely rent this place again. Thank you Epuc Realty.
LEYNETT J.
November 2024

Beautiful
Patricia L.
November 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: It was great!!
A guest from Sechelt, BC
November 2024

We enjoyed walking and the fun stores and shops nearby. The beach was nice, but not as good for snorkeling as we had hoped. We are used to Baby Beach which is currently closed and has no onshore break. The property was large and had a wonderful view. We were in the unit a lot because of the 1 year old. We loved the kiddie pool even though a couple of oldies staked out a desirable shady corner for themselves. The depth was perfect from 6” to 3’. The property was clean and nicely furnished. The kitchen had almost anything we needed for cooking. Some of the supplies like toilet paper, paper towels, laundry pods and dishwashing detergent ran out and we had to purchase more. I’m sure that this is because we stayed longer than most guests. The host was friendly and responsive. It’s really all that you can ask. Kahana Sands is a fairly old resort. I would say 1970’s. Maintenance could be better. The restaurant is being remodeled and was not open while we were there. There are, however an abundance of options for dining. The unit was the perfect size for our our party of 4 adults and a one year old.
Sue G.
November 2024

Location is perfect! Very clean, well stocked, the hosts are wonderful! You will not be disappointed-this is our third time staying here! We’ll be back!
chris g.
October 2024

Great location with the view of the ocean and the islands. Very clean and it was easy to relax
David S.
October 2024

Everything was wonderful and Sands of Kahana is in a great location. The penthouse was clean, well stocked and had fantastic ocean views. Places to visit while there are Mama’s Fish House and the Old Lahaina Lu’au. We were not happy with the following: There was no bar and restaurant as it is under construction. Other areas were also under construction. I understand that maintenance/updates are needed but not with the fact that the construction was not disclosed and that the property was listed as having a bar and restaurant.
Gerry C.
October 2024

This property is exactly as described. The beds are comfortable and there is everything you need to have a wonderful stay!
Jessica L.
October 2024

We have been to Sands of Kahana twice now and the entire property is beautiful! We were here for 6 days during the rebuilding of the restaurant but they tried very hard to keep all other amenities free and clear. The condo itself was just perfect! We kept things clean, took out the trash regularly and saw no little critters! Great weather, beautiful night skies and perfect location. Thank you for being so seamless to work with-we absolutely loved our stay!♥️♥️
Anisa Z.
October 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: Spacious, bright beachfront property. Enjoying a cup of coffee, reading a book, or having a meal out on the balcony while listening to the waves and taking in the breathtaking view is the perfect way to start and end each day. We will be staying here again!
ryota k.
October 2024

Our stay was great! Can’t beat this location. The view off the lanai is amazing, I could sit out there all day. The unit is very spacious, plenty of room. My kids loved the pools and beach access. It’s a smaller beach with darker sand then other nearby beaches but we prefer the small less crowded areas so it was perfect! My kids are already asking when we can go back and stay in this same unit. Our only difficulty was with the stove. All the labeling is gone (I’m assuming from being washed so much) so it was difficult to tell what was “high, medium, low” etc so it was trial and error when cooking on the stove. But it didn’t deter us and we would definitely book here again.
Sarah B.
October 2024

Loved the property and the unit. Only downside was renovations of restaurant near pool. Other than that…10/10.
Jayme R.
October 2024

Wonderful stay and the condo was exactly as described. Would absolutely stay there again
mark s.
October 2024

The space was very clean and included everything you would need including beach and pool equipment. I would highly recommend staying here.
Terri L.
October 2024

We would definitely choose this condo again. It slept our family of 6 very well and it also lives very big during the day with the master bedroom wall open. The storage locker full of beach gear also made our beach days more fun without spending any more money on rentals or purchases.
Alissa W.
October 2024

Beautiful ocean views!
Sue B.
October 2024

Pictures need updating. We had 1 member of our group that needed a tub. Pictures show a tub. Reality was tub gone. 2 showers. Normally not a big deal but it was for my sister-in-law. Also, the restaurant was closed. Imagine our surprise to find it under remodel when we arrived.
Bob S.
October 2024

This apartment was amazing, it was just as promised! The ocean views were stunning from every window and lanai. The apartment is spacious and had everything we needed for our stay. We will definitely be booking it again!
Stephanie K.
October 2024

We were so happy to stay in this amazing location. The beautifully updated condo was comfortable and had everything we needed for our family of four. And the view!! We enjoyed coffee on the balcony in the morning and gorgeous sunsets at night. Cynthia was very responsive and helpful when contacted. We would definitely stay here again.
Erin B.
October 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was 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: We have stayed in 272 over a dozen times & were happy to be there again. We appreciate the remodel in 2017 but a few minor improvements would go a long way. Cleaners need to be more thorough. Area behind night stands in mbr has much dirt and stains on the wall. Very few cooking utensils, ie spatulas, large spoons,etc. Serious rusting on base of lanai chairs (they were not part of 2017 renovation). AC in 2nd bdr had minimal cold air. Master bath drawers are in disrepair. Lastly, roll-up shades on lanai are inoperable. Overall great condo, will definitely stay there again. The new living room furniture is a great touch. Most important, Evette @ Sullivan Prop was outstanding to work with and has best customer service skills we have ever seen. The only disappointing issue was SOK staff at check-in never advised us the restaurant and bar would be closed 2 days into our 10 day stay.
Bob M.
October 2024

The location and view cannot be beat. Friendly onsite staff with great communication. Unit is fully stocked and clean with tons of towels, blankets, pillows for the whole family. We cannot wait to stay here again!
Allie E.
October 2024

This was a family vacation to celebrate an 80th birthday, our 15 year anniversary and our son's proposal to his girlfriend. The condo was perfect for our group of seven and we never felt crowded at all. It's well stocked with everything you could possibly need and then some. Cindy was always quick to respond to any questions I had. We made lots of great memories, we would definitely stay here again and would highly recommend this condo to anyone. The location was great and the views were spectacular. Don't hesitate to book your stay here!!
Tracy B.
October 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 unit, great location for us. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the views. The only downside or cosmetic things are the flooring could be updated as the wood is starting to buckle. We have stayed at the Sands of Kahana many times and enjoy it there. Would’ve also been nice to know that the restaurant was being remodeled and not available prior to our trip.
Vince Z.
October 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: Sands of Kahana is our favorite place to stay in Maui. The location, staff and the accommodations are wonderful. The property is clean, the BBQ’s are ready at all times, and every staff member is polite. Can’t wait to return.
Evangelina R.
October 2024

dated but nice
mike c.
October 2024


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