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Maui Kai

Maui Kai is an older, low-key building set so close to the water that waves break against the seawall below the lanais, and guests spend hours watching whales, turtles and sunsets. It suits couples and quiet-seekers who care more about the view and a walk to the food trucks than resort extras.

What guests say

1 in 4 reviews mention whales

Guests love

  • Waves right below the lanai. The building sits at the seawall, so guests describe feeling like they are on a ship and falling asleep to surf crashing just below.
  • Whale and turtle watching. In season guests watch humpbacks breach across the channel toward Molokai and Lanai, with turtles, dolphins and the odd monk seal close to shore.
  • Small, uncrowded complex. Guests like the quiet next to the big resorts, with a pool, hot tub and grills that are rarely busy, plus free and easy parking.
  • Walk to food trucks and boardwalk. A food truck lot, grocery store and restaurants are a short walk away, and the beach boardwalk toward Duke's starts nearby.

Worth knowing

  • Rocks in front, sand to the sides. There is seawall, rock and coral directly in front, and high tide can make it tricky, so most guests use the sandy beaches on either side.
  • An older building. Some guests find the lobby and grounds dated.
  • Not every lanai is outdoors. Several units have enclosed or Juliet-style lanais rather than an open balcony, so check the listing if outdoor seating matters to you.
Choosing a unit: Ground-floor units open almost straight onto the beach, while upper floors give a better look down at turtles and whales. Corner units add views up and down the shoreline.

This review summary is AI-assisted, drawn from 387 recent guest reviews (Nov 2024 to Aug 2026) of the rentals we list. Units are individually owned, so details vary. Read the latest reviews

At a glance

Unit types
Studios to 2 bedrooms, sleeping 2 to 5
Air conditioning
All 32 rentals we list
Pool
Yes
Ocean views
31 of the 32 rentals we list. We check every view claim.
Oceanfront
31 of the 32 rentals we list
Nearest beach
Kahekili Beach Park, 1.0 mi
Airport
About 50 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG)
Size
About 1.2 acres, 80 units
Address
106 Kaanapali Shores Pl, Lahaina, HI 96761

Rentals at Maui Kai

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Nightly prices by bedroom

BedroomsRentalsAverage per nightRange
Studio1$403–
128$470$253 to $925
23$456$353 to $537

The typical nightly price of each rental we list, with Hawaii's 18% tax and the cleaning and booking fees included, as of November 2026. Holiday dates cost more.

Recent guest reviews

Maui Kai 206
★★★★★ August 2026

Overall, we had a good stay and felt the property was a great value for the price. The location was incredible we were right on the beach with beautiful ocean and sunset views, and the unit was clean when we arrived.There were a couple of things that impacted our experience. During our seven day stay, we saw about six cockroaches in the unit. I understand this is Hawaii and that beachfront properties can occasionally have pests, but family members staying in neighboring properties during the same week didn't experience this, so it was a bit disappointing. We also made a point to take the trash out every day and never left any food out in an effort to avoid attracting pests, but we still encountered them throughout our stay.We were also a group of three staying for seven days and were provided three rolls of toilet paper and only the initial set of towels. When I reached out to ask about additional supplies, I was told we would need to purchase them ourselves. It's very possible this was disclosed in the listing and I simply overlooked it, so I don't want to fault the host if that's the case. I just wanted future guests to be aware so they can plan accordingly.Overall, we enjoyed our stay and appreciated the excellent location, beautiful views, cleanliness, and value. If the pest issue were addressed, this would easily be a five star stay.

Mustafah N.
Maui Kai 908
★★★★★ August 2026

Great location, terrible host.There was some extreme construction going on at the condo complex during our stay. Many mornings we were awakened by loud sawing and jackhammer noises as they replaced doors on other units.I attempted to reach out to the management company Epic Reality, but they were unfriendly and unhelpful. They said they were not notified of the construction, however I also spoke to the management company on-site and they said all tenants were advised of the work.While the condo was beautiful inside and the location was good, I cannot recommend this host. If you are looking to stay at Maui Kai, the majority of condos are hosted by ‘Maui Kai Condo’ and they have an on-site office with friendly people there to help. Unfortunately since this unit is one of a handful owned by a different management company, there is clearly some breakdown in communication.

Trevor V.
Maui Kai 905
★★★★★ August 2026

We loved the stay. Condo was clean. The view was AMAZING! Sleeping on the Lanai was a dream. Parking was ample. The kitchen was well stocked. The host was very helpful. The building is wheelchair accessible. The pool and the hot tub looked nice, but we didn't use them. The washer and dryers are public, one floor above and one below. We had no problem with them. Coin machines and free laundry pods are available in the pool house. One downside. Access to the adjacent beach directly from the condo is not for the faint of heart or those long in the tooth. I did it the first time (age 64) but did not try to repeat the feat. Our group instead walked out to the road and accessed the beach through the adjacent property north of the condo. No one in the adjacent property bothered us about doing this.I would certainly rent this unit specifically and rent in this building again.

Nana B.
Maui Kai #603
★★★★★ July 2026

Condo had a great view of turtles playing in the water right off the beach. Snorkeling in front of the condo was pretty good but better just north of the property.

joseph s.
Maui Kai #603
★★★★★ July 2026

This property exceeded our expectations in every way. The view alone is worth booking for—watching the sunset every single night while listening to the sound of waves crashing on the shore was everything we were hoping for and more. On top of that, the atmosphere was wonderfully peaceful; having very few kids on-site was a really nice touch that made the whole experience feel like a true, relaxing getaway.We would come back in a heartbeat!

Patrick G.
Maui Kai 205
★★★★★ July 2026

Beautiful condo and view, very clean and great location. We have stayed here several times and always had a great experience. Highly recommend.

Selena P.
Maui Kai 108
★★★★★ July 2026

We had a great stay. The property location was great and nice. Overall, very pleased.

Chris R.
Maui Kai 306
★★★★★ July 2026

I always love staying at Dave and Cathy’s. Great hosts every time! The Maui Kai never disappoints. It is beautiful and convenient to everything.

Dawn W.
Maui Kai 205
★★★★★ July 2026

Everything was perfect! The condo had everything we needed and more. Including beach towels, snorkeling gear, cooler, umbrella. It was located in a perfect area. Close to great restaurants and right on the beach. Highly recommend!

Karhy N.
Maui Kai 504
★★★★★ July 2026

This condo had a beautiful view right on top of the ocean! It was extremely clean and well stocked with everything we needed for a five day stay. It was right next to a beach where we could use the provided beach chairs. We could also walk to Duke’s and to the food truck park. The only negatives with this property really didn’t have anything to do with the condo itself. They were doing construction on the floors above us for three of the five days we were there and they started right at 8 AM. We had problems with the washers and dryers that did not work properly and the pool is in the back away from the ocean.

Lori K.

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