Monica B.
April 2024
This is an absolutely beautiful property! The condo has 3 large bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. The kitchen was appointed with high-end (Viking) appliances and had everything we needed to cook during our stay. The living area was comfortable and spacious. We had a group of 7, which included 4 adults and 3 children, and never felt cramped. The outdoor grill and patio was perfect for morning coffee breaks while watching the whales and enjoying outdoor dinners. The location could not be beat! We had expansive ocean views and were right next to one of the best snorkeling beaches! The pools at the property were super fun and having poolside service from Duke’s was super convenient! Our host was very kind and extremely responsive. This was one of the best vacations we have ever taken.
Jason H.
March 2024
We recently stayed at this property and we can’t express enough how amazing it is. The property is spacious, clean, and is stocked with kitchen supplies and beach day needs.in addition to the beautiful property, we were in awe of the many whales we, saw each day from the lanai. The property has an awesome restaurant (Duke’s) nearby on site and is beautifully maintained. The owner is super prompt in responding to all questions and is a very pleasant person to interact with. She does anything she can to make your stay the best it can be, and we highly recommend this condo to anyone who is looking for a place to stay!
Dusty D.
February 2024
We love the Honua Kai and have stayed in several units with this being the best one yet! We had everything we needed for the week and it was very nice! Thank you!
Kathy T.
January 2024
Wonderful property. Ocean view was perfect and so was the beautiful condo!
Christopher H.
January 2024
Our first VRBO and a fantastic overall experience. The layout of the residence is great for 3 couples. The unit is well appointed (beach chairs, a travel cooler and kitchen with everything), and nicely decorated for a Hawaiian feel. The host was super responsive and friendly. Honua Kai pools, beach, and amenities (ABC store on site, coffee place, Dukes, and super close to the beach) can't be beat.
Michael D.
January 2024
We had a fabulous time in Maui! This condo was just like the pictures, clean, everything working with incredible views from the balcony. I had several communications with the owner prior to the trip and she was very responsive. Overall, I highly recommend this place.
Paula B.
August 2023
We came to Maui with 6 adults and this property was a perfect fit. We each had our own rooms/bathrooms plus space to enjoy time together. The view is amazing and the condo is close to everything. The property manager was very responsive when we had just couple of questions. We will definitely stay here again.
Mike V.
August 2023
Our stay was great! Location is close everything.
Timothy B.
July 2023
We really enjoyed our stay in Kaanapali at Evelyne's condo. She was very communicative and helpful and the place was a gem - really well appointed and with incredible views. It was very clean and no real issues. The furnishings could use a little updating and the dryer was a little wonky but neither impact the quality of the place or our stay.
Karen S.
June 2023
We've visited four of the islands over the past 20+ years and Maui is always number one for us. Out of all the hotels/condos we've stayed in during our visits, this was our favorite. Small glitches were handled in a quick and professional manner. Evelyn was the best hostess ever and made us feel welcome even before our arrival.
Laura R.
June 2023
Beautiful view, wonderful location. Property has everything you will need to enjoy your stay!
Michelle R.
June 2023
Can't say enough great things about this condo. We were two families with pre-teen boys and the layout and bedrooms were perfect for us. The lanai and view from the lanai of the sunsets was incredible. The kitchen had everything we needed. There is a Costco 5 minutes from the airport and we made a lot of great meals in the spacious kitchen and on the grill on the lanai. The resort is wonderful, our pre-teens had a great time in the pool and hot tubs. The location of the condo is great, close to everything. The beach is great, with a ton of good snorkeling right off the beach. The condo has beach chairs and coolers to take to the beach, while the resort provides clean beach towel service near the pool. The host was very responsive, and it was clear she really cares about her guests having a great time. We would stay here again in a heart beat if we go back to Maui.
Kevin N.
May 2023
We had a wonderful family vacation in this very nice condo with plenty of space and picture perfect views of the ocean (as well as of Lanai and Molokai). It is located in a very convenient spot with super easy access to all of kaanapali and also Lahaina and Kapalua. Our only issues were with the ongoing maintenance of the condo building. Two large cranes were on either side of our building the entire stay, and our lanai was slapped with a danger do not use sign a couple days in. So we could not full use it and also the area around the cranes had dead grass giving the entire area a very partial construction like atmosphere. It is certainly understandable that places need up keep, but it did just did not feel like a luxury building while we were there. Our hosts were super helpful and nice and this is not reflective of them at all, just our honest view on the experience.
Alyssa S.
May 2023
To say we were happy with our stay at this property would be an understatement! This unit had everything we needed (dishes, pots/pans, cutting boards, utensils, delicious coffee, some basic seasonings, oils, etc, great smelling soaps and shampoo). We found way more than expected in the hall closet for some beach fun (umbrellas, plenty of beach chairs, buckets and shovels for the kids, boogie boards, infant life jacket, floaties and more) and also appreciated the baby items like the pack and play and high chair. We really didn't have to bring anything but ourselves! We spent plenty of time on the beautiful lanai, enjoying the perfect views. Honua Kai is in a perfect location with tons for the family to do on property, the most beautiful beach right outside and close to all sorts of fun things to do. Our communication with the property owner was perfect, very responsive when I couldn't figure out the TV (user error!) and checked in periodically through our stay. Easily a 5 star experience!
Camille L.
April 2023
This was such a wonderful place to stay for a family of 6. We were here over spring break and it was kid heaven! The owners were helpful and responsive. We had everything we needed and more. Can’t wait to come back!
Scott C.
April 2023
Easy to navigate.
Tracie P.
April 2023
Plenty to do and a great property. Many pools and amenities. Property itself was under going repairs and updates (not in the rental) and owner communicated updates early.
Joan G.
March 2023
Beautiful time in Maui.
Greg A.
March 2023
This room had everything you could want we loved our stay.
Nancy W.
March 2023
The condo was spectacular! The property and access to everything that we wanted to do within short drive or walking distance was perfect. The communication with the owners was very responsive and super helpful. I would go back in a heartbeat. We had just a fantastic trip!
MARK J.
February 2023
Excellent location with perfect views of the Ocean - we saw many whales. - very nice resort with everything you would want during your stay
Richard J.
February 2023
We had a lovely vacation at this 3-bedroom oceanfront property-views are spectacular-we saw rainbows and whale activity every day. The bedroom set up was perfect-two bedrooms are en suite and the third bedroom has access to a hallway bath with a walk-in shower. We were traveling with a senior with limited mobility so she was happy to sit on the beautiful balcony and look at the view every day. Many pools and hot tubs to choose from. The unit has high-end appliances and a grill-we hired a chef to cook for us several nights and that was great. Highly recommend!
jane b.
January 2023
This property was beyond perfect. There were 5 people in our party ranging from 25-65 and we travel quite a bit. We all had a fantastic time. The beach and views were breath taking, all furnishings, appliances, etc were very hign quality. Evelyn is an amazing host. This condo and location is perfect. There are many activities so close to the condo, surf lessons, snorkeling excursions , paddle board rentals delivered to the resort, outrigger canoes, many swimming pools and Dukes, a delicious restaurant on site. You can also plan excursions to Hana and Haleokola.We plan to go back. If you want the vacation of a lifetime, and you want to have everything for a flawless vacation, this is the condo.
Lance C.
January 2023
One of the nicest properties on Maui. Great location and wonderful accommodations. Highly recommend this place!
Linda Corona S.
December 2022
Spacious, clean 3 bdrm condo! Wonderful views of ocean, great big lanai with outdoor kitchen and all the pool toys! Excellent communication with owners and easy check-in. Highly recommend!
William C.
December 2022
We will be coming back in a few years and will stay at this resort. Top notch all the way around.
December 2022
We were very pleased with our stay! Beautiful property and the owner was very attentive and responsive to all our requests. 5 stars.
Candace T.
November 2022
From Check in to check out the stay in this unit was amazing. Very well stocked, great location in the middle of everything. I could watch the kids from the balcony. Walking, swimming, eating it was all right there. Plenty of space in the unit for all 7 of us to get around. Would do it again in a heartbeat!
Kelly D.
November 2022
The unit was beautiful and had everything we needed. The owner was super responsive and assisted with check in and check out. Location was perfect. Highly recommend this property and condo.
Steve W.
October 2022
Beautiful unit over looking the water. Great space and great views!
Kathy M.
October 2022
This is a wonderful unit to stay in ! Can’t wait to come back. Evelyn is phenomenal, best ever!
Deviney R.
October 2022
We had some initial issues with getting clean sheets but after that the stay was excellent! Super nice place great location great views!
Dennis B.
October 2022
The whole process of renting this 3-bedroom condo went smoothly from initial lookup online to a wonderful week in Maui. The unit was as advertised and we were very happy with all the amenities and great location. One hiccup was the person assigned to meet us when we checked in was not there but that turned out not to be a problem.
Sally G.
September 2022
We could not of had a better vacation. Everything was perfect, communication with the owner was excellent, she responded almost immediately to all of my questions and requests.
Charly G.
August 2022
This property was everything we expected and more. Thank you very much for making my 50th Birthday celebration special!
Joseph d.
August 2022
Lovely 3 bedroom condo, with the perfect view and location! We've stayed at Honua Kai before, and this unit was absolute luxury. The grill on the lanai was so convenient, and the large outdoor dining table allowed us to share meals while enjoying the sunset. We also enjoyed coffee on the lounge chairs every morning. Evelyn is super responsive, and made sure our needs were met so that our stay was nothing short of amazing.
Rob Y.
August 2022
Stayed at Honua Kai Resort multiple times before and this is by far our favorite condo we have stayed at the resort. Condo was very well taken care of and well stocked. Views are amazing! Owner very responsive and super nice. Highly recommended.
Jim R.
August 2022
Great place. Everything was very high quality
Jay S.
June 2022
The place is fantastic.
Tony V.
June 2022
Absolutely loved this condo! Location was perfect, close to pools, beach and Dukes. Very clean and well organized by property owners. Highly recommend this property for vacation in Maui!
Damon Z.
June 2022
Loved the place, and manager / owner was very easy to communicate with!
Camille J.
June 2022
We loved this place! We spent so much time on the patio enjoying the view. Will definitely be back next year.
Shannon B.
May 2022
It was nice to have everyone together!
Thank you
Jason L.
May 2022
We absolutely loved our stay at this immaculate property. The host is very responsive and hands on. The property itself has everything you’ll need to enjoy your stay. Beach chairs, smoothie blenders, and a phenomenal welcome guide that gives you insight into wonderful activities that you may not have considered before arriving.
We loved our stay and bet you will as well.
Cristy K.
April 2022
We had 7 adults plus a 1 yr old. A pack and play was provided and the pull out couch was super comfy for the 7th adult. We used the private patio grill to cook steaks. Location is fantastic for pool and beach! And you get perfect sunset view every evening. We’ve stayed other places, and they weren’t as easy to get to beach. Would definitely stay here again if we return to Maui.
Deborah K.
April 2022
Our family enjoyed every minute! Beautiful, comfortable, and all the amenities. The sunsets were a gift as we watched the whales from the lanai! We found the BBQ created a lot of smoke, even with the exhaust on full and we had to close all the doors while using it. Hours of enjoying the view from the gorgeous lanai. Definitely a wonderful spot for a family to enjoy.
Mark W.
March 2022
Our stay was fantastic, this condo was everything promised and much more. Candace our concierge was great to work with, she set us up with some amazing excursions. Everything was first class, we would not hesitate to stay again.
cheryl k.
March 2022
Great location. Condo was very well appointed and comfortable. Lots of little extras. Host was quick to respond to any requests. Property was a little overwhelmed due to spring break. Long waits for restaurant.
Mary W.
February 2022
We loved our stay! The view was so amazing! Communication was great and everything we needed was available in the unit( all the beach items you would need.. chairs, boogie boards, kids sand toys etc.) Honua Kai Resort is so much fun. Watching the whales from the lanai was incredible, highlight of our vacation! Hope to go back soon!
Shannon H.
February 2022
The condo was perfect for 2 families and the view was amazing!
Cindy O.
February 2022
Beautiful unit and location
Tim P.
February 2022
We have rented many homes over the years that were comfortable and well stocked, but this owner made sure to think of everything and more. I can’t say enough about the attentiveness and help from the owner. The location for the beach, for dining and for hiking were perfect. After long days we enjoyed sunsets on the beach ( with the beach chairs provided in the unit) followed by dinners and game nights on the balcony. We were fortunate enough to spend 3 weeks here so had several groups of friends and family come to visit and all raved about the location and the comfort of the home. We hope to come back to Maui and will definitely try to rent this location.
Karen R.
January 2022
This is the condo you want to be in if you are staying at Honua Kai. It has the best location in the complex. True luxury throughout. This is not a "standard issue" condo. The furnishings and art you can tell were picked with care. The host has thought of virtually everything. Each time we asked ourselves, I wonder if they have that, the answer was yes, right down to the insulated sippy cups for your island cocktails.
We visited with our adult children and their spouse/significant other. It's perfect for 3 couples because each has their own room and bathroom.
The host also provides a local concierge that gave us many great tips on restaurants and activities and booked us an incredible snorkeling trip.
I can't say enough good things about this property. Enjoy!
Laura J.
November 2021
Our Hawaii vacation at Honua Kai was spectacular. The condo is amazing, from the views to the hospitality. There is everything you need for a great stay in this condo. Evelyn is great to work with and was in contact with us during our stay to check in which was very kind. Candice, the on-island concierge, was fantastic…very helpful & responsive. Our only issue was limited parking. The resort converted almost half of the guest parking lot to valet parking during our stay. The valet spaces sat nearly empty while the self-parking spots were in very short supply, particularly in the evenings when returning from dinner out. This condo & owner are definitely recommended for anyone planning a Maui vacation!
Carla C.
November 2021
This is a beautiful condo with an amazing ocean view. We spent 7 days with my family including three grandchildren under 8. There is plenty of room, the master suite is especially lovely and the second suite spacious too though smaller. The third room is a large single room without in-suite bath, though full bath right down the hall. We had three families so we just reserved the hall bath for the family who didn’t have an in-suite bath. It worked out just fine. The condo complex and three pool area is beautiful. The grandkids loved the water slide. The only minor difficulty was that poolside service must be put on a credit card rather than the room due to rental through third party, VRBO.
The property owner, Evelyn, was very helpful and had a genuine interest in our time in the condo being special and comfortable. Concierge service provided through owner and by Candice was exceptional. We arranged excursion and chef services through Candice that all worked out really well. Candice also connected me with a SUV rental service. We rented two new SUVs at very reasonable rate with airport pick up and drop off. The entire week was fabulous making wonderful family memories!
David O.
October 2021
I can't begin to describe how great our stay was. I searched for a great place to travel to with my family to celebrate my late wife's life and this couldn't have been a better spot. Between the ocean views, the BBQ on the Lanai, and access to all the great amenities at the Honua Kai, this vacation will be remembered for the rest of our lives. Hopefully some day we can return!
Anna C.
September 2021
Evelyn is so sweet and accommodating, and her home was absolutely perfect for our group! The view was incredible, and the home was even more spacious than I thought it would be from the pictures. We were traveling with four children, ages 4, 6, 8, and 11, and they all had an amazing time at the resort pools, slide, lazy river, etc. It was so nice for the adults to not have to drive anywhere when we wanted to have a lazy morning. There are also restaurant options both at the resort and only a short walk away. We took advantage of the fully stocked gourmet kitchen and grilling area, and we were easily able to find everything we were looking for. One of the best parts of the trip was being able to gather around the dinner table outside, be surrounded by that gorgeous view, and connect with each other. With other rentals that I've stayed at, I've always noticed a few little things that give away that the unit is a rental. Evelyn's place is the first place I've ever rented that is truly decorated and maintained as a home, and we're so thankful to her for sharing her home with us! We would love to stay here again in the future!
Brian R.
September 2021
Three generations celebrating birthdays and family at the incredible condo. The views, the property and condo were amazing!
John C.
August 2021
The condo was/is fantastic, 2400sq ft of pristine space. Beach front views that overlook the pool areas, you definitely feel like royalty staying here. The location makes it easy to run up and down if needed and you can easily see your party at the pool to wave hello. We took advantage of the patio space with morning coffee and evening wine, just so much real estate to move around.....oh, I found the perfect napping spot off to side on the lounger...was simply amazing.
christine c.
August 2021
The view was amazing! The condo big enough to receive friends and fit all the family with grandkids. Very big balcony so you can relax on your own and not be disturbed by the other members of your family. We enjoyed our stay and recommend this condo.
Lorelei S.
July 2021
This property is not just stunning with the perfect location the owner has stocked the condo with all you need to prepare the perfect meal. We rented two condos for our stay and this unit was far superior. We ended up cooking and eating here and only slept in the other one. The owner and property manager were amazing to work with. Will rent here every time going forward
Shannon B.
June 2021
We had a wonderful stay. Condo was well equipped, view was amazing, and Evelyn and Candice were very helpful. With Maui not fully reopened, the large well appointed kitchen was especially nice.
Amy M.
June 2021
The view is absolutely amazing from this condo! Words do not do it justice. And I love the doors that open so you feel like you’re outside. Thank you, Evelyn, for making this feel like our home away from home. You’ve been the perfect hostess. I hope we can come back some day!
Jessica S.
April 2021
The condo was great! It had everything we needed and the view was amazing! We saw whales from the balcony 😄
Michael L.
April 2021
Wonderful view of sunset.. Our family really enjoy the stay at this luxurious condo. Beautifully furnished. Access to beach chairs, sand toys and boogie boards. Equipped with Viking professional appliances. Just an great condo for families. Mahalo!!!!
Tom M.
April 2021
An absolutely amazing property and fantastic stay. Evelyn made the process so incredibly easy and responded very quickly to any need we had. Highly recommended property and location. What a way to spend Easter!
Lisa P.
March 2021
We loved sitting out on the balcony overlooking the gorgeous Pacific ocean. This condo is definitely a special treat for anyone that wants to experience Maui at its finest. Evelyn has thought of everything when it comes to your comfort and enjoyment!
Jennifer V.
March 2021
We just spent a great week sitting on the balcony watching the whales and beautiful sunsets! Maui is starting to open up, such a nice sight to see!
david p.
March 2021
My wife And I & two of our closest couple friends stayed here. it is a fabulous location and we felt as if it was set up as our own home. Very well equipped - beds were very comfortable
- access to everything is ideal. FABULOUS VIEWS of sunsets. Candice, our greeter - was extremely helpful with showing us all the amenities and with helping with advice of things to do & she set up our whale watching excursion FABULOUS. would recommend this to anyone looking for a great destination. We will be coming back.
Dave & Cheryl
Paula B.
December 2020
Sitting here having our last coffee overlooking this magnificent view, with gratefulness in our hearts for such a wonderful stay. This place is near perfect, in location, amenities, beauty, and layout. It was just easy to live, work, play, and rest here. Evelyn and Anthony have really thought of everything you would need to live comfortably. Also, every person that helped us enjoy our stay here, from their on Island conceirge Candice Negron to the staff at Honua Kai to Bobby and Matias at “Let me show you Maui” to Caitlyn and Kevin Maratea at Banyan Tree Divers, they all had that warm Aloha spirit and kind hospitality that made you feel like family. What an incredible place. Why are we even leaving?? (Alas, my 11 yo son misses his puppy, and it seems we have a home out east to care for) Sigh* We hope to return. A Hui Hou, sweet Maui!!!
Heath S.
March 2020
The condo at Honua Kai was perfect for our family (3 adults, including one senior and two teens). Unit was well spread out so privacy or together time was easy. The best part of the unit was the large lanai which gave a glorious unobstructed view of the ocean. Spent every morning sipping our Kona coffee while watching whales. Close to many activities. We took a great whale watching tour and checked out a wonderful luau, all in Lahaina. The resort has several pools and hot tubs, plus Dukes Restaurant is a nice treat on the beach. Property Owner was very responsive whenever anything popped up. Highly recommend.
Cliff N.
March 2020
Our stay was great despite COVID19. Great view and you can see whales from balcony! I would definitely come back to Maui and stay here. Evelyn was kind enough to extend our stay one night to allow us to reschedule our flights to get back home early! This is a great location to go anywhere on the island. Thanks so much for allowing us to stay at your home.
Cliff Nash
Dennis H.
March 2020
The home is perfect for a family vacation. Plenty of room and all the amenities you could ever need. Great location. Friendly and very helpful management team. I would strongly recommend hiring Chef Rob to cook for you one evening …. fabulous! We could not have had a nicer vacation! Thanks to all.
Jeff J.
May 2016
Very lovely condo. We stayed two weeks and everything went perfect. Can't wait to return for a second stay.
Sheila L.
March 2016
This was the third time we have stayed in this lovely condo. Evelyn is lovely to work with and the condo is beautiful. It is great to get up in the morning and go out on the lani to listen to the ocean and watch for whales. I would recommend this unit to anyone!! We hope to go again!
Susan S.
February 2016
We had a wonderful family vacation staying at Evelyn's beautiful home in Maui. The condo is beautifully furnished and the location is great. More than enough room for 6 adults. The resort has a lot to offer or you can just sit on the lanai and watch the whales go by. Truly a great vacation spot.
Evelyn was very easy to deal with and very responsive. You can't go wrong staying here.
February 2016
I surprised my family with a Hawaiian Christmas vacation. The owners went out of their way to help with the surprise, making the experience truly unforgettable. As we walked through the entry door I literally had several family members say "this place is amazing....are we really staying here". The condo has everything you could possibly want. Plus the pools, beach and restaurant on site make for the perfect vacation.
If you have any opportunity to book a reservation at this property, do not pass it up!
December 2015
Our family vacation (6 adults) was fantastic at this beautiful condo. We enjoyed mornings and evenings on the massive, comfortable lanai and took advantage of the pool, hot tub, and beach access. The condo had everything we needed in it and the condo owner, Evelyn, was the best I've ever dealt with (and I've rented through VRBO many times). The condo itself is beautiful and spacious, the beds are very comfortable, and everything we needed was furnished from beach towels & chairs to coffee and shampoo. What a wonderful treat it was to stay here. We can't wait to come back!
Leslie L.
November 2015
My family (2 adults, 1 teen) stayed in this condo with our best friends and their children (2 adults, 2 teens) and had a fantastic vacation. We loved that the bedrooms were at the back of the condo making the common areas (kitchen, living, lanai, dinning) the focal point with the stunning ocean views. Gourmet kitchen with high end appliances is a chef's dream! Beds were so comfortable and bedrooms are enormous - enough that all 3 teens shared one bedroom with the blow-up mattress leaving each adult couple their own master suite and ensuite. Condo owner was easy to reach if we had questions or needed help finding something. Valet boys were great too - helped bring all of our groceries to the condo and were always prompt and friendly. We highly recommend this beautiful condo, it will not disappoint.
Kathy Y.
October 2015
My family and I stayed in this beautiful condo in July 2015. The condo looks just like the pictures. We had the best service and was treated just like family by the owners. We would not stay anywhere else if we go back to Maui. You will not be disappointed.
October 2015
Our second time renting this condo and we will return here every year. Anything else would just not measure up. The owners are great people and the condo is amazing. Every amenity you could think of. You could not ask for anything more.
Holger G.
June 2015
Just spent a week in this wonderful home. This home is furnished extremely well and the owner goes way overboard to insure your stay is very enjoyable. From having meet and greet people meet you upon arrival to explain all of the things in the home to recommending great places to eat and supplying beach chairs Etc. the experience here is extraordinary. The lanai is a wonderful place to barbecue and enjoy the wonderful sunsets! If you want to stay in a great place with great owners stay here!
Sally H.
May 2015
The six of us (three couples) stayed at this condo recently and had a wonderful stay at this owner's condo. It's a beautiful 2,400 sq. ft. retreat with a great location, beautifully decorated, very comfortable for all of us and great owners to work with! The owner of this condo is very accommodating and main objective is for you to have a perfect vacation and we did! We went to The Whaler & Whaler's Village Shopping one day and discovered how fortunate we were to be staying here with it being more private. Duke's Restaurant is so convenient and good food! We would recommend you staying here and having a wonderful time, as we did!
Molly C.
August 2014
My family and I have been very fortunate over the years to spend many vacations in Hawaii. We have stayed on other islands but keep coming back to Maui. This year we brought our Daughter, Son-in-law and our two Granddaughters. We have stayed in many different locations but none can compare to Eveylen and Anthony's amazing home! From our first contact with Evelyn she made us feel like we were part of the family! Her attention and concern for our vacation was something we've never experienced before. She made sure we were comfortable from start to finish... Explaining that we would be contacted by Maria, her representative on the island, prior to our departure from home and again once we landed on the island. True to her word, we received a text from Maria as soon as we landed. We met her at the resort were she handled everything and escorted us to the Condo.
As soon as the door opened our expectations were exceeded 10 fold! The home is beautiful with an amazing kitchen, living room, fantastic bedrooms with unbelievable baths! More room than we knew what to do with! The layout of the home lends itself well to small ones. The locations of the bedrooms allowed us to put the girls to bed and still enjoy the rest of the home. To me the crown jewel of the home is the HUGE lanai with an outside kitchen and furniture that you can just melt into. The view is unbeatable... Your above the palms so the sight of the neighboring islands and channel is breathtaking! The view of the grounds was perfect. The condo is in the middle of the property so you can see everything including all the pools and Dukes below you! The resort was so complete that unlike other years, we never felt the need to leave... and we were there for 13 nights!! My family and I enjoyed ourselves so much that before we left we took a vote and decided to come back to Evelyn and Anthony's home next year. WE CAN HARDLY WAIT!!!
Debbie S.
August 2014
"Pictures speak a thousand words." Check out the pictures and you will know why my family enjoyed staying at this luxurious Honua Kai condo overlooking the resort pools, ocean and sunsets. This spacious condo had all the amenities and dinners were BBQ's out on the lanai. A beautiful resort: beach steps away, fitness center, spa, pools, Duke's Restaurant and the 'Aina Gourmet Market.
What a wonderful vacation for our family. We will have many memories of Maui. Thank you Evelyn for your assistance and sharing your home.
July 2014
Let me first preface this review with my wife and I have stayed in 4 and 5 start resorts from coast to coast and abroad. We are also frequent users of VRBO. From my first contact with Evelyn (the owner), she made us feel as if we were family members coming to stay with her not strangers renting her home. While the resort it's self is four star, Evelyn's attention to details and service is five stars. Upon arrival you are first greeted by
a personal greeter who helps with the parking passes and walks you through the home and shows you how everything works. This was a family vacation with friends of ours, our two young adult children and two of their friends, eight people in total. The condo has three Hawaiian inspired bedrooms as well as a fold out sleeper and roll away bed. The living areas are impeccably furnished with comfortable and ample furniture for all to sit. The kitchen is outfitted with state of the art appliances and all the cooking utensils you could need. The real treat for us was the expansive lanai over looking the pools, beach and amazing front row views of the island of Lanai and Molokai. We found ourselves out on the lanai each night enjoying a cold one and the views. The lanai comes with a Viking BBQ and beer fridge which we used for two great family dinners. The pictures on VRBO are accurate but cannot capture the real beauty of this home. For those who are fans of Hawaiian art the house is filled with stunning pieces to enjoy, in fact my wife and are planning on purchasing the one titled "the offering" found above the couch. This was our tenth trip to Hawaii and we have already said the Honua Kai and this condo will for sure be our next choice for any future stay's.
Evelyn & Anthony my family and I can't thank you enough for all you did to make this a lasting family memory for years to come.
Mahalo, Trip
Kirsten C.
May 2014
Just spent spring break in this unbelievably beautiful condo!!!! We all couldn't of had a better vacation! This place is ideal.............location & amenities etc etc. and also so exquisite and luxurious!!! Thank you so very much!!
Chad M.
April 2014
FANTASTIC VACATION!!!!! This was the best vacation ever. We have been to Maui a couple of times and its by far the best place ever. We travel all over the world with our children and this places ranks #1 in my books! Honua Kai is a fantastic resort/condo complex. Its very spacious and you don't have to fight the hotel crowds at all. This condo unit #258989 is one of the best, if not "the best" in the resort. Its location is fantastic, tons of room for your entire family to relax & enjoy. The owners have done a great job making sure everything has been taken care of. We loved it so very much, we are going back next year!!!!!!! If we could rank it 10 Stars we would!! Thanks again to the owners for sharing & caring about our stay. Aloha
Richard O.
February 2014
Wanting to have our family in one living area, we searched for the perfect place to celebrate our 50th Anniversary. The challenge? There were 10 of us, 6 adults and 4 children from 8 to 15 years. Thank goodness we found this Honua Kai condo and such an accommodating owner! Because the children slept comfortably in the overflow beds- a pullout, a roll-away and a blowup, the adults enjoyed complete privacy in the 2 spacious bedroom suites and third bedroom and bath.
The description and pictures on the website are completely accurate, but understate the beauty of the unit and the setting. The open spacious living-dining-kitchen area is great for gatherings small and large and it is as open as you want to the lanais via the opening glass doors. We spent much time eating around the table which seats 10 on the lanai and then playing games while watching the sunset. The glass door between the lanais made it possible to enjoy the larger lanai on some very windy days. The resort itself is terrific for all ages- several pools with different levels of activity, an endless supply of pool towels, and a beach steps away. A real amenity is the beach walk which starts at the Honua Kai and runs for 2.5 miles to the Hyatt at the other end of Kaanapali; it was a regular exercise route for all of us, and a good way to get to other beaches and the restaurants at Whaler Village. A real bonus is the owner- entirely helpful, responsive and communicative from the booking to the checkout! It made such a difference. We'd enthusiastically recommend this condo and this resort to anyone seeking luxury leisure in a most charming and romantic setting. Mahalo!
February 2014
This rental was excellent. I travelled from canada with my grown children and their husbands and spend 7 wonderful days in this spacious and luxious condo. I loved all the organization and attention paid to what travellers may need. Everything is top of the line . I have travelled extensively worldwide and have seen many different types. I would not hestitate to rturn if returning with other couples. It was my 15th time on Maui but the first for my adult children and spouses. I think they are spoiled from this trip. Evelyn thank you for the personal attention to all of our needs. Aloha and Mahalo
January 2014
We've traveled to Hawaii for thirty years, and never had a more enjoyable time. This unit is the reason. I don't need to explain things that are obvious from the photos. They are real and depict what you will see. I don't need to write about the amenities listed, except to say that EVERYTHING has been anticipated, well thought through and provided with love and care. During your stay, you will get the feeling that you are in someone's home, that you have access to everything that they would want if they were there. The highlight? So many, but watching the whales play every morning just about ties the gorgeous sunsets every evening. Both simply awesome! The low-light: having to leave and return to the mainland when our week was up. But what a way to spend quality time with all of our family. We have already booked for 2015 and are counting the days
September 2013
This was our first time to Maui and we could not have chosen a more perfect place. Evelyn made the entire rental process so easy. The condo is immaculate. It is truly luxurious. There were a total of 8 of us in the condo ranging in ages from 8 to 64 years old and there was plenty of space for all of us. The view from the lanai is so beautiful. The kids had so much fun swimming in the pools and also snorkeling right off the beach. We spent a week here and we were all so sad to have to leave. This was a perfect Hawaiian vacation. We hope to be able to return soon. Evelyn, thanks for sharing your home with us.
Don W.
August 2013
Wow, amazing, awesome and unbelievable are the words to describe the Gonsalves retreat in Maui. Our whole family of eight stayed at the Gonsalves condo in Maui the week of May the 11th to the 18th of 2013. There were seven adults and one six month old. The place was perfect for eight of us to have a most awesome vacation together. Each couple had their own luxurious bedroom retreat. We hardly ever heard our little six month old grandson being fussy early in the morning in the room across the hall from our room. The condo is very spacious and with the lanai doors opening up to the large lanai it made the place even more spacious. The doors were great to have open to bring in the beautiful Maui outdoors into the indoors. When we were in the condo, we spent a lot of time on the lanai and in the living part of the condo. It was fun to sit and watch the ocean and the pools down below from the lanai. We all loved it.
The bedrooms are down a long, wide travertine tiled hall way away from the living area so those who wanted quietness and privacy could have this option and the baby could take his naps without hearing us having fun in the living area and lanai.
The condo was much like our home, spacious with a large kitchen and large island. All the appliances are high end professional which was a dream to cook in. The Gonsalves also have thought of all the small appliances and spices including excellent knives that a cook would need. With the open layout of the living area, no one cooking in the spacious kitchen was left out of what was going on with the rest of family. We also enjoyed using the outside grill, refrigerator and sink. We enjoyed a number of meals in the condo with the glass folding doors open to the beautiful outdoors and enjoyed the second dining room table on the lanai. We also enjoyed the sound system in the condo. Each room, including bathrooms, was wired for this system which we played Hawaiian music from our iPhone while we enjoyed the beauty and warmth of the condo.
The condo is beautifully decorated by Mrs. Gonsalves. The furniture is high end and the Hawaiian artwork makes sure you know you’re in Hawaii while you’re indoors. The Gonsalves have thought of everything for your stay including soaps and shampoos that were tropically scented which reminded you were in beautiful Hawaii.
If I were buying a condo in Maui, it would be this one.
Even when we had a .couple of problems with the washing machine, Evelyn was right o
Bev M.
May 2013
Dealing with the owner was a joy. Our condo was so beautiful. All the beds were so comforable. The kitchen was
stocked with everything you would need. We used the BarBQ many times, it was great. We saw many whales breaching from our balcony. The little store downstairs was great. (Top notch). It was great having Dukes on the property. There Happy Hour was so much fun. There suppers were the best.
On the beach to the left we snorkelled and saw many Turtles. It was so exciting. Our son got engaged
walking along the beach by sunset...it can't get any better than that.
We used the Times Market down the road and found it was really great. The boys at the front of the Hotel took all of our luggage plus all our groceries upstairs for us. Everyone was so friendly and helpful.
We will definately be back. I'm pretty sure its the best place to stay in Maui......
Leslie H.
April 2013
Best unit in Honua Kai! Honua Kai is a gorgeous property, but very few units have this view: overlooking all the pools and the ocean. Absolutely STUNNING sunsets. Additionally, the owners have furnished it beautifully, with wonderful beds and a fully stocked kitchen. The owners are very responsive, should you have any questions, and I would say that our expectations were surpassed. We would highly recommend this property!
March 2013
We recently stayed for the second time in this fantastic condo. Not only is the location ideal, right on the beach facing the whale activity, but the local amenities are superb. The condo itself is outfitted with the best kitchen of any place we have rented anywhere, a BBQ on the lanai, and plenty of room for dining inside or outside. The bedrooms are large with very comfortable beds and their own flat screens. Two of the bedrooms have sumptuous en-suites. The third bedroom has easy access to the fully equipped powder room. The entire suite was extremely clean when we arrived.
To top it all off the owner is always available for assistance. She even took our suggestions for improvements during our first stay – we found them implemented on our return visit. We’ve never experienced that level of commitment from any owner.
Needless to say, we’ve already booked it again for next year.
jeff c.
September 2012
First and foremost the owners of this unit are as amazing as the views! Evelyn and Anthony bent over backwards to make our stay special and accomplished that with ease. We were looking for a place to rest and relax and we found it here.
The pools are great. My kids loved the water slide. My parents loved the lazy river, my wife and i loved it all...
The pictures of this don't begin to do it justice and the BBQ on the lani was perfect for family dining after a long day in the sun. It's close to everything you could want to do and if you never want to leave the property, you can do that too.
All the rooms are very well appointed and we truly wanted for nothing. It was like vacationing in your own home, they haven't missed a thing. Don't miss out on the chance to rent this place...We are already looking for an excuse to come back.
Chris M.
September 2012
I did a fair amount of research before making the decision to stay at Honua Kai. My entire family couldn't have been happier with the choice. The condo is spectacular...spacious, beautifully decorated and perfectly comfortable. Unbelievable views. Evelyn is incredibly responsive and thoughtful and pays attention to every detail. The resort is simply beautiful. Family friendly, yet peaceful. Not over crowded...ample lounge chairs, wonderful pools, and a gorgeous beach with really nice snorkeling. The unit has a great vantage point to view the ocean and the pools....my wife and I could leave our young teens at the pool, sit up on the spacious lanai together for quiet time, and still keep a watch of the pools from the side deck! Excellent location....5 minute drive to lahaina, relaxing beach walk to Whaler's village, full grocery across the street from the resort. Also, Duke's restaurant in the resort is quite good.
Truly the family trip of a lifetime.
Evelyn, thanks again for making our 20th Anniversary family vacation so memorable.
Chris and Family
N B.
June 2012
This condo was amazing. This was the first time we used vrbo and the owner couldn't have made it any easier. The location, view and the snorkeling was the best in the area. Having the grocery store directly across the street made restocking super easy. We will return someday soon!
Robert H.
March 2012
My husband and I have been to Maui many times now. When my best friend
asked about a trip to Hawaii, I knew just where our group should stay, Honua
Kai. After a little research on Tripadvisor.com and vrbo.com – we found
that Evelyn and Anthony have wonderful ratings and lovely accommodations.
There were seven of us in our group and the accommodations worked perfectly.
There are three bedrooms, three bathrooms and a wonderful queen sleeper.
Two of the rooms are en suite. There is plenty of closet space. Our
vacationer who slept on the queen sleeper used one of the master bedroom
closets, conveniently located right inside that suite. Evelyn and Anthony
have filled this condo with so much care that you feel it. The kitchen had
everything we required, there is a lovely theatre couch that we fought over
and plenty of space for seven happy campers to make themselves comfortable.
The lanai was a favorite spot. We found ourselves congregating there every
morning and evening to watch the whales and to discuss our day.
Dukes is located right at the Honua Kai and made it convenient for eating. They also
serve meals around the pool and we took advantage of that as well. Hula Pie - enough said. For our
merry group it was great convenience to go up to the condo and fix drinks
and take them back out to the pool, so we were very appreciative of the
blender.
During our planning stage, Evelyn and Anthony were very receptive
to any inquiries we had about the condo, parking, arrangements for
activities or any questions we came up with. They were wonderfully helpful.
A couple of our favorites: the master bathroom….. it is so soothing, the
splendid art work throughout the condo, the wonderful big kitchen and that
huge lanai where we practically lived and the number code entry that made it
great for our big group to come in and out easily. Evelyn and Anthony also
provided mid-week towel replacement and a general clean up of the condo…..
nice!
We know that when we return to Hawaii, and our group is ready now, lol, that
we will be in touch with Evelyn and Anthony to share their piece of Paradise
in Paradise. Thank you!
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