Clark L.
July 2025
Would stay here again and again! Condo was beautiful, view was amazing, and host thought of and included everything you needed and didn’t know you needed. The best vacation we’ve ever had!
Sandra
January 2024
We loved being on the ground floor and being able to walk right out the door and have the ocean so close. We could whale watch from the patio! We saw so many whales. It was great.
R M.
January 2024
Awesome
Bill U.
April 2023
property was as advertised and befitting the price. View from room was stunning. Location was convenient to shopping and restaurants. Pool and grounds were well kept and beautiful.
Keith G.
April 2023
Beautiful property! We sat on the lawn or patio and watched whales spout in the distance as the sun set ! Completely magic. We also snorkeled right in front of our place. You really couldn't ask for more, particularly at the price point. Really a wonderful experience! Thanks All !!
Ketha G.
March 2023
Great view
Wendy S.
February 2023
Perfect ocean front location, great whale watching (in season) and sunset views! Walking distance to restaurants, food truck park and fun beachside stroll to BlackRock. Nothing better than falling asleep and waking up steps away from the water. Can’t wait to return!
Rick H.
January 2023
Great ocean front condo. The elevator and the parking lot proximity is a bother if you like yo sleep past 5am.
December 2022
My daughter stayed and had a very nice relaxing vacation.
Christianne S.
November 2022
Such a great property and the beachfront access was sublime?
Pete K.
November 2022
Convenient location with a fantastic view. Enjoyed the sunset every evening sitting next to the ocean just a few feet from our lanai. Would stay here again.
Stephanie D.
November 2022
We love Papakea for the views and laid back atmosphere. We have stayed in several units and this was our favorite. Awesome view and walk out patio. Clean and well-stocked.
Suzanne G.
October 2022
This property is a traveler’s delight. You can walk out the sliding doors to the ocean mere steps away. The unit is spotlessly clean and comfortable. I found it was the small things that made it one of the best rentals I have ever stayed in. From the wonderfully stocked kitchen, the provided laundry soap, and the conveniently placed power bars for charging electronics, the thoughtfulness of the host shows through. You won’t regret anything about your stay in this condo.
Emily B.
October 2022
We really enjoyed our stay here. The location is perfect, the beach is right out back door and there is a great grocery store across the street. The view is also incredible! The place is clean and grounds well kept. I would stay here again
Gaylene A.
September 2022
From the moment we walked in and looked out the sliding doors to the sad moments we took on our last day we felt like we couldn't have chosen a better place! Can't wait to come back!
Daisy M.
September 2022
Loooooved the location of the property (you definitely won’t get a better ocean front view!). Also loved the walking distance to the shops near by, security is good too. I just feel the cleaning could have been better. Overall, you will absolutely NOT regret booking this property!
Maya S.
September 2022
The photos on VRBO are accurate, the ocean and enjoyable beach are steps from the sliding glass door! We were so comfortable and enjoyed this location very much. It could use a larger television but that definitely didn’t take away from our experience.
Kathryn S.
August 2022
This unit at Papakea is excellent and a MUST for anyone traveling to Maui! Papakea is beautiful and the location is great. Unit A105 is superb with level of cleanliness, a well stocked kitchen and bathroom, phenomenal property manager, and beautiful view.
The updates to the bathroom and kitchen add beauty and make the stay more comfortable. The bed is big and cozy and there is ample storage. We loved the closet space in the hallway with the safe. We cooked most meals at the unit and found the kitchen to have everything we needed including storage containers for left overs and our farmers market finds.
Amy is a great manager and communicated quickly so if there are any questions she is available and happy to help. Great experience!
We have stayed at Papakea before, and in other units, and A105 is outstanding!! We will definitely be staying again!
Kevin K.
June 2022
Enjoyed the resort and location.
Julie S.
May 2022
This is our second stay at this particular condo and we love the location--right on the ocean. Beautiful views, and the sound of the ocean is mesmerizing (as is the view!). The unit is adequate, but needing some updates and furniture improvements. The TV is barely viewable as it is very small --I would suggest the owner invest in some upgrades. But it was clean and well supplied with basics. The king size bed was firm and comfortable. The property manager was very accesssible and promptly fulfilled my minor requests. The only real downside was the proximity of the unit to the elevator located just outside the bedroom. Last year when we stayed in this condo it was very peaceful and quiet--perhaps due to fewer people travelling due to the pandemic. This year was party central, or so it seemed. The groups gathering at the elevator until nearly midnight (we hit the hay early) were obnoxiously loud and disrespectful of adjacent condo units. This is something difficult to regulate but something to be aware of if you are early to bed types. After midnight it was fine. The property is beautiful and well maintained with two swimming pools, loungers, bbq grills, etc. The property also has tennis courts and pickle ball courts, a putting green, and shuffleboard. We will be returning next year but in a different condo.
Lisa A.
May 2022
We had a Lovely stay at this wonderful condo. The bed was super comfortable, the fans provided cooling breezes. The kitchen was well appointed. Loved the style of cabinets & backsplash! Breakfasts on the patio were a highlight of the day. The view of the ocean and sunsets were unparalleled!!! Do not hesitate to book your stay here.
Joseph J.
May 2022
You open the door to a wall with a small cute mirror. Move to your left 2 feet and you will see a little bit of grass. Very well kept grass. A rock wall. No standing on it. Then OCEAN!!!!! There's an island directly across from you. The view from just walking in the condo was amazing. I dropped my luggage. Ran out the sliding glass door and got my feet wet. After having a 4 hour layover in Honolulu I really needed this! I didn't realize where the bedroom was 20 minutes after walking in the condo. Now the condo. Absolutely adorable! Nice comfy couch. Great for napping. Kitchen is fully equipped with just about everything you would have at home. There were even some spices that we used to BBQ a few steaks. The bedroom is nice size with little slant windows above the bed. We closed them due to a few loud people late at night. Full size closet with lots of hangers for people that like to hang up their clothes. Bed was very comfortable. Lots of pillows. Very soft cotton sheets. The bathroom has a cute but small walk in shower. Don't let the size fool you. The water pressure was unbelievable. Big sink top to put make up, medications, etc on. There was also a hair dryer. There is also a washing machine and dryer. That was very helpful when we got really dirty and had no choice but to wash our clothes. There was already laundry soap and dryer sheets there. Oh..I forgot to mention that there a dishwasher in the kitchen. I wish I could post pictures because a picture is worth a million words which anyone that has stayed here would agree. There's a grocery store across the street. I suggest bringing recycled bags to carry your groceries in. Plastic bags are banned from maui. So if you walked you have to carry big paper bags. There were very few negative things but it had nothing to do with the condo itself. Parking can be a challenge at times. Especially on Friday and Saturday nights. People getting on the elevator which is across from the condos front door can be somewhat disrespect when getting back from an area bar. Just close the windows and you won't hear them.
The property manager Amy is a total sweetheart. Very understanding and knowledgeable about the area and can answer just about any questions you might have. On a scale of 1 to 10 I would rate this condo an absolute solid 10! Wait till you see the sunsets!!!! The next time we travel to Maui I am going to do everything to get this specific condo again. Cant wait to go again!!!! Aloha!
Rebekah K.
March 2022
The unit is lovely and clean with a comfortable bed, high pressure shower and a view you can’t beat. The property and pool were also clean and pretty. The property manager, Amy, was very responsive and easy to work with. The check in process was the only issue we had: we arrived at 8pm but the front desk was closed so we “checked in” with the security guard and had to return in the morning to officially check in. During that process, they forgot a couple steps, so had to go back a third time to fix that. Beyond that annoyance, we had a very lovely stay and would recommend to others.
Becky B.
February 2022
We had the best stay! It was right on the water and beaches nearby. It was so relaxing to sit on the lanai or grassy area and just look out at the ocean and watch the whales in the morning and listen to the waves at night. Amazing stars. Holy cow. Great location-Walking distance to Duke's Beach house and ABC store right down the road. Lahaina is just 15 minutes away. Also the laundry machines were a huge help.
Kelly S.
February 2022
Exactly what we were looking for. Relaxing, quiet, stunning views.
Marc H.
January 2022
We had a great time at Papakea. The unit was very clean and well stocked. The view was great. Overall, a great stay.
Bob M.
December 2021
Loved our stay. We had just completed a lengthy star at a near by resort and by fare prefer the seclusion, comfort and privacy of this condo.
Jesse Q.
December 2021
My wife and I were celebrating our 25th anniversary by visiting Maui for the first time and this place was everything we dreamed it could be. Direct ocean front views were exquisite. Very clean unit. Beds were comfy. Hearing the sounds of the ocean from your room was so amazing. Plus, Lahaina is a beautiful town that has everything you need right at your fingertips. The resort was amazing and offered a lot too.. We would be honored stay here again in a heartbeat!
Nicole G.
November 2021
Well appointed, beautiful oceanfront. Very quiet on the end of the property with convenient parking and near the pool, but facing the ocean for beautiful views and sound of the waves. Very responsive property management and they had everything we could think to need including beach chairs, towels, etc. loved the Papakea resort with lovely pool and hot tub under the stars. It was a short walk to the beautiful Kaanapali beach path and plenty of food options. We always love the Honokowai area and it was so nice to walk for coffee in the mornings. Great ocean views! Condo exactly as pictured!
Winett / Voss W.
November 2021
At the last minute we needed to find a more suitable property on Maui, and this place was available and met all of our expectations. It literally saved our long overdue vacation providing us with all the amenities we required. A few things that could have made our stay perfect would have been a larger TV and a King size bed.
Candy E.
November 2021
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Amy’s place. Booking was a breeze. Communication with Amy was great, she responds quickly to messages or concerns you may have. The condo is updated, clean, and to get to the beach all you have to do is walk out onto your patio! There is no central A/C, only a window unit in the main living area and a few fans. Maui’s cool mornings and nights made it bearable to not have central AC. Mahalo again Amy!
Amy H.
October 2021
This property is in an amazing location in terms of beach access and shopping. Amy is an excellent host and was very helpful. I would highly recommend this property and plan to return in the future.
Sandy A.
October 2021
We really enjoyed our stay at the condo.. beautiful views. Beachfront was absolutely amazing and would stay here again.. only issue we had was the TV could be upsized its super small and when u want to relax in the evening and watch a movie it's hard too. Furniture could be updated and the lights in the frontroom and dining area flicker constantly.. otherwise it was worth the stay.
Whitney L.
September 2021
Had an amazing stay at this property! Truly is beach front with a fully equipped kitchen. Only a few minute drive to some of my favorite beaches in Maui. Saw a turtle while snorkeling just feet away from our floor to ceiling sliding glass door. Amy was wonderful and very attentive throughout our stay. Definitely recommend!
Jay P.
September 2021
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. All the amenities we were looking for in a ground floor condo with spectacular views of the ocean. Walking distance to fish market and farmers market. Loved it!
Charlene P.
August 2021
The unit is beautiful and well stocked with anything you could want. We plan to go back and stay at this property, it’s now our favorite place to stay on Maui. The property is beautiful and the ocean view is is amazing. Highly recommend this property.
chuck j.
August 2021
Perfect location, amazing views. Recently updated unit is comfortable and convenient. Ground floor location means you walk right out on grass that leads to water. Sound of surf all night long is bliss. Minor hiccup on checkin was the only bump in an otherwise perfect stay. That said, the fees on this one add up with resort fees, large cleaning fee, another resort fee and mandatory insurance. All in we felt it is a good value.
Danyelle D.
August 2021
Loved it!
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