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Welcome to Island Sands unit 401, a beautifully decorated fourth-floor oceanfront condo in the peaceful Ma'alaea Bay community, set away from the road for a quiet and relaxing stay. This bright and spacious 675 sq. ft. retreat offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, the West Maui Mountains, Molokini Crater, and the islands of Kaho'olawe and Lana'i, with Haleakala visible from the resort's pool and grounds. Thoughtfully furnished in a charming beach-inspired style, the condo also features a unique collection of vintage Hawaiian artwork and a library filled with books on Hawaiian history, creating the perfect blend of comfort, culture, and island beauty.
The condo is designed with comfort and convenience in mind and features:
* Accommodates up to 3 guests (an extra person fee applies for the 3rd guest)
* Cozy bedroom with a King-size bed
* Comfortable living room with a full-size sofa bed
* Full bathroom with a handheld shower
* Renovated full-size kitchen with full-size appliances, dishwasher, and everything needed to prepare meals
* TV with basic cable channels
* Window air conditioner in the living room and two ceiling fans
* In-unit washer and dryer
* Complimentary high-speed 5G Wi-Fi
* Telephone with free calls to the U.S. and Canada
* Private covered lanai with beautiful ocean views
Resort Amenities
* Direct beach access
* Front Desk open daily from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
* Reserved parking
* Oceanfront saltwater swimming pool with lounge chairs
* Propane BBQ grilling areas
* Complimentary coffee and donuts served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
* Beautifully landscaped oceanfront grounds with tropical gardens
Prime Ma'alaea Location
Nestled in the peaceful oceanfront community of Island Sands, this condo offers the perfect balance of relaxation and convenience. Its central Maui location makes it easy to explore the island, with Kahului Airport, Wailea, and Lahaina all about 20 minutes away, while Pa'ia, Makawao, and the Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge are just a short drive farther. During whale season (November through April), you can often watch humpback whales from your private lanai, while green sea turtles are frequently spotted along the shoreline in front of the resort year-round. A short walk south leads to Haycraft Park and Sugar Beach, Maui's longest undeveloped beach, perfect for swimming, beachcombing, and long sunset strolls. Less than a mile north, Ma'alaea Harbor features restaurants, shops, snorkeling and Molokini tours, whale-watching excursions, sunset cruises, the Maui Ocean Center, and family-friendly attractions. For added convenience, a Maui Bus stop at Ma'alaea Village provides easy access to public transportation to many destinations across the island.
Important Information
* NO SMOKING in the condo, including lanai and hallways. A $500 fine + damage costs if violated. A designated outdoor smoking area is available.
* Guest will be charged for extra cleaning if the unit is left excessively dirty or damaged beyond normal wear and tear.
* Please note that a $200 fee will be applied for the replacement of a lost key.
* Unauthorized early check-in or late check-out may incur an additional night's charge.
Booking Info & Policies:
* Please always review the property description and photos carefully before booking.
* Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 11:00 AM
* Early check-in and late check-out must be requested in advance and is subject to availability.
* Unit is Privately-owned and is operated in full compliance with Hawaii law.
* Guests are subject to any future State of Hawaii tax increases.
* General Excise (GE) and Transient Accommodations (TA) taxes collected and submitted to the State of Hawaii.
* Reach out via phone or email with any questions - we're happy to help ensure you have a wonderful stay!
Cancellation Policy:
* Please refer to the cancellation terms listed on the platform you booked with for full details.
* All cancellations must be submitted in writing or via email and must be processed through the same platform where the reservation was made.
* We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect against unexpected changes to your travel plans.
Registration Number: 2380140150043, 380140150043, TA-016-882-2784-01, GE-016-882-2784-01
John E.
March 2026
The main reason for only a 3 star evaluation was the bed old and I woke up with a sore back every morning. Also the couch is old and the front of it is lower than the back and u slowly slide down.
michelle p.
July 2025
Island sands is my favorite Condos
Sandy D.
April 2025
Cozy, clean and great view. However, the winds were so strong that we couldn't enjoy the outdoor areas. Fully furnished with all you need. Check-in directions said to open both doors for ventilation, but wind was so strong we felt like stuff was flying off the walls.
January 2025
Loved sitting on the balcony and watching the whales in Maalaea Bay! Lovely condo!
James C.
September 2024
The property was centrally located. We had easy access to wherever we wanted to go. The scenery from the lanai was fabulous. We would stay again.
Elizabeth H.
April 2024
Great communication from property management. Very easy check-in/check-out. Keyless entry to condo is super convenient. Condo is great & has a LOT of random stuff...beach stuff, sunscreen, after-sunscreen, seasonings, cooking oil, laundry soap/dryer sheets, water filter pitcher, and a TON of books/literature about Maui & things to do there. A LOT of Hawaiian-themed tchotchkes everywhere...possibly too many, as they take up space you might use to put your belongings, but they are cheerful & cute. The winds are crazy & blow right through from the entrance to the balcony...between the wind & ceiling fans, the unit was always comfortable. (The stairwell is across the hall from the condo & the door will bang LOUDLY if it's not closed tightly...) The pool is small, but was never busy. Lounge chairs are really nice...comfy. The grills are nice & worked great. The unit's assigned parking spot is easily seen from the balcony of the condo, which also has an amazing view of the water...we missed the whales, but saw dolphins playing on most mornings. Our only quasi-complaint is about the pillows...there are quite a few of them, but none are very great to sleep on. We definitely recommend this property as a great place to stay on Maui!
Sherri M.
September 2023
IS401 was perfect with ocean and mountain views. It was well stocked in the kitchen from dishes to spices. The people are friendly, and the complex is quiet. You can watch the turtles all day long and never get tired of it. If you're lucky, you may see one resting on the little beach, but please don't disturb. We have stayed at this complex several times and will definitely be back. Thank you Lynn for a great vacation!!
kaleb c.
June 2023
Fantastic space, clean, comfortable. Great overall experience
Abby C.
May 2023
401 was so perfect for us! It is in the most convenient location, away from all the hustle and in a quiet little nook where you can just sit and listen to the ocean for hours! We had zero issues so that is a plus! We were worried about only having one window unit coming into vacation. But with the lanai doors and windows open all week, it was no problem at all!! We definitely hope to come back!
Karri B.
April 2023
Our condo had the absolute most uncomfortable living room furniture I’ve ever had to endure for 8 days!!! I actually had DIS--comfort while sitting on living room couch, chairs!!! Very poor to subject renters to suffer with crap like that. Makes owners look so unprofessional, uncourteous. The presentation of property (condo) very deceiving online. Everything was old, very worn and not something I would have chosen had I actually seen in realistic photos!
Deceiving. Will not trust VRBO in the future.
Lucas K.
April 2023
It was great. Whales jumping right in front of our balcony. Location wise it's little bit on the side but close to everything.
Lesley G.
March 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Central location. Beautiful view. Condo had everything we needed. We did day trips around the island and it was a great location to come home too!
Lori H.
February 2023
We spent 8 glorious nights here and they had everything you could possibly need. The location was fantastic and away from the hustle and Bussel. We were able to watch whales from the Lani anytime we were out there. Short drive to the harbor for whale watching/snorkeling/sunset cruises. Lahaina and Kihei were a short drive. The beach takes a short walk to access but they have parking there if you don’t want the 10 minute walk. Ocean center was next to the harbor. We were sad to leave this little piece of heaven but will be back.
david s.
February 2023
Slightly dated, but everything worked fine, good view with whales seen from the porch. Very clean and well organized. We were gone most of the time but it suited us well!! Thank you!
Gal B.
November 2022
Come here, you won’t regret it! A little piece of paradise. Wish we could stay longer.
Glen S.
September 2022
We had a wonderful time staying here. Was old but very well kept. The only slight negative was the air conditioning was in living room and the bedroom was quite warm. Besides that, I would recommend
Brandt T.
August 2022
TL/DR - good spot for a decent price. 4-4.5 stars out of 5. Need to find a way to cool the bedroom better.
Great spot if you’re looking for a central “home base” for island adventures. Condo is well stocked with everything. Wish we would have found or known about all the beach gear in the master bedroom closet. Those chairs would have been very useful. Lots of cool Hawaiian books to read as well.
Building is a little old and needs some work. Doesn’t really affect the stay though. Bedroom is VERY hot to sleep in even with the ceiling fan going. The AC unit cools the living room well but has no effect on the bedroom. Easily 80F in the bedroom at night. There’s a window that can be opened but the screen is broken and people walking in the hallway could easily watch you sleep (super creepy). Screen door to the patio doesn’t slide properly either but didn’t negatively affect the stay.
Adam N.
April 2022
My wife and I stayed here in March of 2022 for our anniversary and absolutely loved it. Very friendly property manager and easy check-in/out process. Great balcony view and a perfect location on Maui. We will be staying here again for sure! Highly recommend :)
Quyen D.
December 2021
The property was nice and cozy with a beautiful view. There was a nice breeze coming through when we'd leave the patio door open. Location was great and convenient. Bed was a bit bouncy but overall, we enjoyed our stay!
Nathan E.
October 2021
The property was comfortable and welcoming - truly a great spot to land every day after exploring in all directions on the island. I loved my stay and found the property well appointed and just what I needed!
Sana H.
August 2021
We loved staying at Mary's property. It was beautifully decorated and the view was amazing. We stayed in July and had no issues with the AC as the air outside was cool at night (AC unit is only in the living room). The only issue we had was with the bed, it was large which was nice but it was too hard and not that comfortable. If you like hard beds you may like it, I was still able to sleep but would have preferred a softer bed. We also could not find the dishwasher detergent, I'm sure if we had asked Mary she would have informed us. Also, personal preference but It would have been nice if the living room window had a larger curtain, i think people outside were able to see in at night. You can tell that Mary put a lot of thought in the rental, there was beach gear in the bedroom closet which was a nice surprise!
Mike F.
July 2021
This property was perfect for my wife and I. It is conveniently located just about in the middle of everything on the island which made sight seeing easy.
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