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.
Wailea Elua Village earns rave reviews for its setting and atmosphere. Guests love the gated, low‑rise condo community with lush, botanical‑garden grounds and a relaxed vibe that feels far less crowded than neighboring resorts. Its beachfront location on Ulua Beach is a standout: calm, family‑friendly water with excellent snorkeling (frequent turtle sightings), a scenic coastal walking/running path, and a beachside pool and pavilion with kitchens, grills, restrooms, and an ice machine. Many units offer wide ocean views for sunsets and seasonal whale‑watching, and the walkable access to the Shops at Wailea, resort restaurants, golf, and coffee spots is a major plus.
Condos are generally described as clean, spacious, and well equipped, with full kitchens, in‑unit laundry, strong A/C, and plenty of beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, snorkel sets). Many units have been tastefully updated, and hosts/property managers are frequently praised for clear communication and responsiveness. Beyond the beachfront pool, guests appreciate the smaller secondary pool, pickleball/tennis court, and a compact gym with ocean views. Parking is easy, security staff are friendly, and the overall ambiance is quiet and safe—appealing to both couples and families looking to relax.
A few practical notes: experiences can vary by individual condo since each is owner‑managed—some units feel more updated than others, and occasional maintenance hiccups or minor cleanliness lapses do occur, though are often resolved quickly. Units higher on the hill can have some road noise and a short uphill walk back from the beach/pavilion (many guests simply drive gear down), and there are stairs at the pavilion area that may challenge those with mobility issues. Pool rules (quiet hours, no floaties) are enforced, and a handful of reviewers mentioned rare amenity closures or thin walls/footstep noise. Supplies like spices or paper goods vary by unit. Overall, sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many repeat stays and recommendations highlighting the unbeatable location, beautiful grounds, and relaxed, resort‑adjacent convenience.
This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 722 reviews
Well equipped Convenient. Nice beach with easy access. Snorkeling okay but limited.
Jordan Z.
April 2026
Absolutely incredible condo! Private lanai, ocean views, super quiet, clean, gated community.
Morgan R.
April 2026
We had a great stay at this home. Al was an amazing host! Great stay for our family with three little kids.
Bryan P.
April 2026
We were not provided check-in door codes as communicated and caused us major challenges for my young family as nobody answered the after hours telephone number.
Ben H.
April 2026
Awesome sunset view but with that it is a bit of a climb from the main pool. Unit is dated but very comfortable.
Mark N.
April 2026
Incredible stay. Beautiful view. Property was immaculate. We will definitely be back! Team was warm and welcoming! Loved every minute of our time here.
Kristyn P.
April 2026
Everything was great about our stay. The condo unit was i an excellent location very close to the beach with great views! The staff was excellent as well, very polite and quick to respond to my calls and helping set up the tv. The only negative in oue entire stay was the bed was not comfortable. The mattress needs to be replaced. I will certainly stay at this location on future trips to Maui.
Scott H.
April 2026
Excellent location. Wonderful facility. Clean, well stocked room!
Mitch S.
April 2026
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:
awesome experience all around. Great place, thank you for letting us stay!
Brian W.
April 2026
Great location, unit is a bit dated but functional
Austin D.
April 2026
Wonderful property, and the owners did everything within their power to make your stay enjoyable, including offering up dining options in advance. Elua Village is conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and locales for activities. Enjoyed walking the boardwalk and the pools on property were very nice and not crowded (no saving chairs with towels) like you'd find at other resorts. The unit wasn't on the water (and if mobility is an issue, this should be a consideration for the 5-10 minute walk up/down hill to water/unit), but you have a partial view from the living room and main bedroom, and the cross breeze was delightful. The kitchen is well equipped, and nearly everything you'd need for on-water and beach excursions is in-house. Some very minor issues arose, but owners were on top of things. Highly recommend.
Andy M.
April 2026
The condo was well appointed, and the ocean view was beautiful. The complex had immaculate landscaping, and the location was wonderful. The support team responded immediately. We would absolutely stay here again!
Allyson R.
April 2026
Stunning home with beautiful views. Perfectly clean.
Sara M.
April 2026
Beautiful property and amazing location. Would love to stay here again
Lauren L.
April 2026
Beautiful condo with beautiful views. Very short walk to the beach. Everything we needed was provided in the kitchen. Parking was close by. Would definitely stay here again.
Jason R.
March 2026
Very nice condo!
Mary P.
March 2026
Excellent communication from host. Love these units at Elua Village, perfect location for walking to the beach, pools, restaurants, shopping. We enjoyed playing pickleball on the resort too.
Caroline F.
March 2026
Clean and conveniently located.
Omar O.
March 2026
We are fellow hosts and this was our favorite property we have stayed at in our multiple trips to hawaii. This neighborhood is highly sought after and the pool behind Ulua beach is stunning. You are sandwiched between 1000/night hotels yet get a local community experience. World class golf is 3 min down the road and you can walk to a plethora of bars and restaurants next door with the shops of wailea. Bed was comfy, plenty of towels, beach supplies and cold A/C to boot. Al was an incredible host and went out of our way to help us out being flexible on check in and check out. As someone who has stayed at multiple hotels on the island; skip them and stay here if you want a quiet, comfortable, elevated stay.
Tim B.
March 2026
Very nice condo in Maui. Great views of the ocean and a great location as can walk to mall and the various shops and resteraunts. Communication with Al, the owner, was great.
Steven R.
March 2026
The condo is beautiful and well appointed. The hosts were very responsive to any issues.
Richard M.
February 2026
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:
Our children and grandchildren stayed in the condo and loved it. The view is beautiful and the condo well equipped.
February 2026
Everything was great, beautiful unit
Linda O.
February 2026
Great location and beautiful unit!
Ernie R.
February 2026
A truly great complex, right on Ulua beach and the amazing Wailea beach path. Everyone snorkels on the rocks to the North of Ulua beach but the south side in front of Wailea Beach Resort is way better and less busy.
Andrew K.
February 2026
Probably one of the best VRBO locations we have stayed at while on vacation. The condo was immaculate and decorated beautifully! Absolutely no complaints! Thank you for sharing your home with us.
judith p.
February 2026
Beautifully remodeled. Perfect location. Very comfortable. Love the patio to sit and enjoy the awesome ocean view. Hate to leave!
Nancy R.
February 2026
Great location, beautiful condo, seamless check in and check out. I definitely would recommend this condo. Loved everything about it!
Christine D.
February 2026
Nice condo. Well supplied. Lots of noise from people walking around upstairs. Furniture a little dated. Bed not that comfortable.
Mike A.
February 2026
Exactly what we were looking for
Heather E.
February 2026
Our host was very responsive to any questions we had. The condo was very nice, super clean and well appointed
Farrow S.
February 2026
Air conditioning not working, after 3 days they moved us to another unit, moving isn't vacation. management company not responsive. I called VRBO to get action, finally did. I want a full refund. What joke this managent company is. FULL refund.
Charles P.
January 2026
Our host was great, location was great, we didn’t want to leave! Thank you for a lovely stay!
Jayne P.
January 2026
The location was excellent, beautiful views of the sunset, easy walk down to the beach and pool, close parking, nice property pool amenities, excellent security gate staff, fast host responses about check-in issues.
Joan M.
January 2026
Great view and clean condo.
Wendy A.
January 2026
Beautiful condo with everything we needed for a great stay. The condo was well stocked with kitchenware as well as everything needed to hang out the beach or by the pool. Ulu is one of my favorite beaches on Maui.
Anne W.
January 2026
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 just want to thank the managers during our stay here. We had an issue with the original condo we rented and the manager staff were so kind to work with us. We are so grateful for all their help. It really made our stay memorable and comfortable.
stephanie l.
January 2026
Excellent stay. Host was very responsive and the location was excellent.
William E.
January 2026
Very nice unit with a beautiful view
Karen C.
January 2026
The property was very clean and well stocked with kitchen appliances and essentials. Great beach supplies- coolers, chairs… Excellent cleaning supplies and staples. Gorgeous view from Lanai. Host was excellent!
Tricia N.
January 2026
They had all the beach and snorkeling gear you could ever want or need. A great rental experience with spacious accommodations. Perfect for our family vacation!!
John L.
January 2026
The view was spectacular from the lanai
John M.
January 2026
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:
Amazing rental exactly as described. Ideal location. Very clean. Plan to return the next time we are in Maui.
Delani G.
December 2025
The host was very welcoming and provided lots of info about the unit itself and the lovely wailea area in general
C.L. H.
December 2025
We could not have stayed at a better place for us! The condo was so comfy and convenient to restaurants, shopping and activities. We had access to a beach, pools and workout facilities that were perfect for our active family.Tim made check-in and check-out effortless. It was such a pleasure spending the week in Wailea. I can’t wait to return to this special place.
Florine P.
December 2025
Comfy bed and nice linens! This spot was so nice and a beautiful property
Hannah S.
December 2025
Paradise! Highlights - ocean views, coastal walk, beach access, beautifully landscaped and lovely views also from the pool off the coastal walk. 10 stars for the owner's responsiveness for restaurant suggestions and other inquiries. Comfortable indoor and outdoor furniture. Beach chairs, towels and 2 boogie boards. Kitchen is stocked with all you need for cooking, coffee and mixing a Mai Tai. Can walk all the way to the Kea Lani for dinner at Nick's Fishmarket or PILINA. Just a short walk to the Shops at Wailea for ice cream, restaurants and amazing shopping. So many beaches off the coastal walk with friendly people, whale watching, snorkeling at Ulua Beach and a variety of birds. The only bad part is the last day in Maui! Until next time...
Linda H.
December 2025
Location was great
Bruce S.
December 2025
Love the property and the view from this unit was amazing. proximity to the beach and the pool is amazing
Tom P.
December 2025
everyone from gate keepers to your staff were a pleasure to work with. job very well done.
Keith S.
December 2025