Shiloh T.
July 2024
We had a wonderful vacation in Maui and this property was perfect for our needs. The condo was very well appointed and clean. The views were amazing! In particular, we loved this unit because the large, wrap-around balcony always offered both sunny areas and shady areas. I would book this place again in a heartbeat!!
nitin k.
August 2023
So so this time. Check out was not good
Dong K.
November 2022
Great location but not easy to check in
bryan l.
May 2022
This was our third time staying at the Honua Kai. The “13” units are awesome due to the wrap around patios. Lots of space, clean, awesome views. We just love this place. You’ve got sunshine all the way to sunset though the sunset itself is technically blocked by the other side of the building. That said, location is everything at Honua Kai and we were happy to be inside the “U” which blocks the wind and gives a great view. The HK is different in that it’s not a hotel so any service you have to contact the booking agency, which never ended up being a problem for us - they were super responsive. We just can’t find a better place to stay on this island. Loved it - the kids did too - it’s got it all (pools, jacuzzis, water slide, Duke’s on-site)….if I were to pick I would say parking was a little tough but I got to take a few nice strolls in the evening. I’ll take that any day.
Melissa C.
March 2022
Overall great family vacation! Property is lovely and the grounds are beautiful. The views off of the lanai are great however, I didn’t realize from the listing photo that the property is recessed giving it the ocean view but set back to view the buildings to the left and right in close proximity. You still get a great view but are quite close to your neighbors lanais. Fortunately it’s a family oriented place so no disturbances for the 9 days that we vacationed.
The unit it’s self could use a better deep clean. The floors are filthy and if you walk around after showering your feet are black with dirt.
I think a fresh coat of paint could go a long way and investments in better mattresses are needed- they are BEYOND firm and quite uncomfortable. In addition, the property could use some more beach toys, floats for kids and the umbrellas are in poor shape
( broken ) usable but beaten down. Also broken was the cooler- for the price those extras should be a no brainer.
Beach chairs are in good shape.
Despite the criticism -which hopefully will be addressed- it was a lovely stay and we would stay here again
Kim C.
February 2022
We enjoyed our stay very much!! The condo was great but we had issues with the furniture on the lanai. Sitting outside was a daily occurrence, morning and nights, however the furniture is old and quiet beat up and the rattan was broken on the arms and we did get scratched frequently. Also the fans need to be dusted, we could see how thick the dust was when they weren't on. Besides that, it was all good and we would stay again...mahalo
Chad W.
February 2022
Maui Resort Rentals we’re great to deal with. The unit itself has some issues though. Stains on drapes, clogged sinks in master bath, damaged furniture and the microwave had a wiring issue and caught fire. We got a replacement 2 days later which was nice.
The view is amazing!
Carol R.
November 2021
We loved our stay in this beautiful condo. We can't wait to some back.
Patrick D.
October 2021
We will rent this again! Great view of the pools and ocean. Huge balcony. Close walk to amenities. Unit comes well stocked with everything we needed. Beach chairs / Corkscrew / Washer and Dryer / Ice Maker.
kalika S.
September 2021
we extended our stay at the same hotel in this suite the last 3 days and IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT! we wish we would’ve have been here the whole time! wonderful view, great hotel and family friendly environment. Kids had the best time ! Thank you so much
Mike M.
July 2021
We’re a small family of four, and this was our second time staying at Honua Kai. Previously, we rented from the resort and stayed in the Hokulani building in a 2 bed/2 bath unit with an ocean view. It was nice, no complaints, we had a good experience.
This time we rented through VRBO/Maui Resort Rentals and stayed in the Konea building, specifically in unit 813 — and this place, whoa, it was amazing! We had a great stay. I’ll share some thoughts here in the interest of helping others trying to plan their visits.
First off, this unit, it’s *all* about the ocean view. It’s one of only a few units that has a wraparound lanai, so you really have a unique expansive view looking out over the resort grounds and the ocean. We sat out on the lanai every morning with our coffee, and nearly every night too, just watching the beautiful world in front of us.
The interior of the unit was well maintained and clean, which was important to us since this was our first trip post-Covid. It is a rental after all, so there were reasonable signs of wear here/there, but nothing gross or unkept. The important thing is that we had everything we needed. The kitchen had most of the stuff we needed to make basic meals, the bedrooms were comfortable and the bathrooms very clean. The unit also had a small wash/dryer, plus a closet full of beach gear, which was great to use.
The unit was very quiet, we had no problems with noise. The Konea-side of the resort just felt a little more chill during our stay. Still lots of families and kids out and about, but nothing obnoxious.
The resort grounds are nice, and there are multiple pools. If you have new or non-swimmers (like us), most of the pools are pretty shallow (3-4 ft), so that takes away some of the stress. But finding a place to plant your stuff and hang is near impossible, you’re almost forced to pay fairly steep cabana or casabella rental rates to just sit comfortably near the pool.
We had a rental car and found parking to be a minor annoyance. Previously, Honua Kai had a valet service, but that was suspended presumably as a Covid safety measure. And the underground garage parking is limited, so a few times we had to circle the resort hunting for parking.
All this being said, Honua Kai remains our favorite Maui resort, and this unit was beautiful, we would absolutely rent it again and recommend it to others.
Todd H.
June 2021
Photos don’t lie- the view from this unit is perfection!!
May 2017
Honua Kai and Konea 813 is a lovely place to enjoy Maui when you want to stay in one place and enjoy the local nearby area. There are several restaurants and shopping within walking and a short drive distance. Traffic is heavy on this side of the island and makes it somewhat difficult to explore to far from the condo. The condo it self is well furnished and very suitable for a family of 4 or 5 or two couples.
Jolene R.
April 2017
Great location to stay.
Terry P.
January 2017
Loved it. Beautiful. Unit is amazing. Would recommend. Will love to go back.
Sue J.
December 2016
Good place to stay!
Sarah D.
October 2016
We had the most amazing time in room K813!! It was beautifully decorated and VERY clean. And the view--stunning! We loved the "L"-shaped lanai because it was partly shaded in the afternoon sun. We were so sad to leave and can't wait to return! I cannot say enough about this room or the property. Truly amazing place to vacation!
Sarah ..
September 2016
We had the most amazing time in room Konea 813!! It was beautifully decorated and VERY clean. And the view--stunning! We loved the shaped lanai because it was partly shaded in the afternoon sun. We were so sad to leave and can't wait to return! I cannot say enough about this room or the property. Truly amazing place to vacation!
Haggit S.
May 2016
It was a perfect vacation and a big part of it was due to the apartment. Our party included 2 teens, 1 kid and 2 adults. The apartment was perfect for our needs and a view was amazing. The service was top notch, will definitely return to the same place.
Medduck ..
March 2016
We have a family of 5, 3 kids between the ages of 5 and 10. This was a great spot for the kids- pools, slide were awesome. We went over spring break so it was a bit crowded by the pool but that was expected. The beach is narrow right off the resort but there are better spots within walking/driving distance. The unit was spacious and well furnished. A couple odd things were no pantry space for food and no garbage disposal.. We ate dinner out every night but it could be a problem for a long stay. There is snorkel gear in the unit- at least 6 sets. There were 4 beach chairs and an umbrella too, although we didn't.
Brad L.
March 2016
From the moment we arrived at the Konea building we were impressed. The grounds are beautiful and pristine. We didn't think it could get any better, but it did the moment we walked into the unit. Everything in this unit felt luxurious from the beautiful furnishings to the most amazing lanai. We were guests from 2/13/2016-2/20/2016 and enjoyed every moment of this beautiful property. Our teenage kids were comfortable in the second bedroom that we had made into two twin beds and we were impressed with the comfort of our Queen suite as well. The kitchen had everything that we needed to eat or prepare meals and I also took advantage of having the washer and dryer right there in our room as well. The room had many added features as well such as boogie boards, chairs, umbrella and nice large towels for use at the beach. I especially liked the location of this unit because it was at the end of the hall rather than directly by the elevators so there was truly no hallway noise.
We greatly appreciated the staff that checked us into this unit and for their continued service to us throughout our trip. If we needed additional coffee for the coffee maker or more shampoo or conditioner they would bring it right to us. They even brought us an additional boogie board for use during our stay. Very friendly and attentive staff.
The highlight of our entire trip was the beautiful wrap around lanai that we enjoyed every morning and every night. The view is like nothing that can be described and is something we talk about missing often. The whales could be seen right from the comfort of our own unit and the sunsets were breathtaking. We will be returning to this unit in the future without a doubt. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Brad ..
February 2016
From the moment we arrived at the Konea building we were impressed. The grounds are beautiful and pristine. We didn't think it could get any better, but it did the moment we walked into the unit. Everything in this unit felt luxurious from the beautiful furnishings to the most amazing lanai. We were guests from 2/13/2016-2/20/2016 and enjoyed every moment of this beautiful property. Our teenage kids were comfortable in the second bedroom that we had made into two twin beds and we were impressed with the comfort of our Queen suite as well. The kitchen had everything that we needed to eat or prepare meals and I also took advantage of having the washer and dryer right there in our room as well. The room had many added features as well such as boogie boards, chairs, umbrella and nice large towels for use at the beach. I especially liked the location of this unit because it was at the end of the hall rather than directly by the elevators so there was truly no hallway noise. We greatly appreciated the staff that checked us into this unit and for their continued service to us throughout our trip. If we needed additional coffee for the coffee maker or more shampoo or conditioner they would bring it right to us. They even brought us an additional boogie board for use during our stay. Very friendly and attentive staff. The highlight of our entire trip was the beautiful wrap around lanai that we enjoyed every morning and every night. The view is like nothing that can be described and is something we talk about missing often. The whales could be seen right from the comfort of our own unit and the sunsets were breathtaking. We will be returning to this unit in the future without a doubt. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Daniel ..
September 2015
Our stay had an ocean view with lovely sunsets and we could see Lanai every day. The apartment was comfortable and the pools were fairly quiet given it was October. We spent most of our beach time down by Black Rock due to much better snorkeling but walks up and down the stretch in front of Honua Kai were great. There is also a very nice stretch of beach just south of Honua Kai also with good visibility and snorkeling opportunities. It is nice that there are markets close by (fish, vegetables, and a grocery) for any food needed for the apartment.
June 2015
First off, let me say that this was our 5th time staying at the Honua Kai, and this was by far the best room we've ever stayed in. We stayed at this room from 5/21/2015-5/29/2015. No other 2 bedroom suites (in the resort) can touch the views and amenities that this room offers. The room is over 1,300 sqft, that was larger than the first house I owned 10+ years ago! ha. The 315 sqft wrap around lanai was fantastic as well. We ate dinner out there most nights, while enjoying post-dinner drinks and watching the sunset down. Pictures cant do this this room & view justice. The room is fully equipped with every modern home appliance you would need on vacation (full size fridge, washer/dryer, blender, etc) and the room also provides 2 boogie boards, sun/sand umbrellas and chairs for the guests to bring out on the beach as well. The room is at the end of the hallway and you don't hear the normal day-to-day foot traffic and noise walking by the room. There is no doubt this will be our go-to room to rent each time we come back to the Honua Kai!!
Chad ..
April 2015
First off, let me say that this was our 5th time staying at the Honua Kai, and this was by far the best room we've ever stayed in. We stayed at this room from 5/21/2015-5/29/2015. No other 2 bedroom suites (in the resort) can touch the views and amenities that this room offers. The room is over 1,300 sqft, that was larger than the first house I owned 10+ years ago! ha. The 315 sqft wrap around lanai was fantastic as well. We ate dinner out there most nights, while enjoying post-dinner drinks and watching the sunset down. Pictures cant do this this room's view justice. The room is fully equipped with every modern home appliance you would need on vacation (full size fridge, washer/dryer, blender, etc) and the room also provides 2 boogie boards, sun/sand umbrellas and chairs for the guests to bring out on the beach as well. The room is at the end of the hallway and you don't hear the normal day-to-day foot traffic and noise walking by the room. There is no doubt this will be our go-to room to rent each time we come back to the Honua Kai!!
March 2014
We stayed in this unit with our teen age kids over the Christmas break. ONline description was very accurate and helpful. Property was well looked after and located perfectly for all the beach & adventuring we wanted to do. Condo itself was well appointed and looked after. But above all else we will remember the incredible view from the lanai. My favorite thing was to sit out there with my morning coffee & watch the whales. Definitely recomend this place.
October 2013
We enjoyed our stay in this unit. Beautiful view! Nice amenities.
Our one and only complaint was the rooms were a little stuffy. Wish we
could have opened a window a little :-).
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