Janet H.
January 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Once again, Makani Sands was an enjoyable place to stay. This was our 5th visit/stay. We enjoy the location, the friendly staff, and the nice comfortable rooms. This was our first time visiting in December/January. Saw lots of whales, turtles, and other marine life. The weather was awesome, no rain! Just sunshine and beautiful skies. We were truly sadden by the damage due to the fires in Lahaina and supported businesses as much as we could. Prayers go out to ALL people of Maui as they rebuild their lives and homes. Looking forward to our next vacation!
Daye K.
January 2024
There were stains on blankets and the shower in one of bathrooms did not work from the first day. We contacted to the host and management team of this property through emails, calls, and knocking their office but nothing was reachable. It was horrible experience since our group share only one shower room during the stays. We tried to contact VRBO and this property office to talk about it. There is no action except creating an issue ticket from VRBO.
Andrea O.
August 2023
This place has the best view of any of the places we stayed during our 2 week trip across the Hawaiian islands. The condo was spacious and fit our families needs perfectly. No air conditioning but plenty of fans and are fires like towels and beach equipment was a plus.
Andrea O.
August 2023
This place has the best view of any of the places we stayed during our 2 week trip across the Hawaiian islands. The condo was spacious and fit our families needs perfectly. No air conditioning but plenty of fans and are fires like towels and beach equipment was a plus.
Shawndy M.
July 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We came here for a family vacation. We had 8 adults and we fit very comfy here. The condo is beautifully decorated and well equipped. The location is perfect and watching sunsets from the lanai was one of my favorite things to do. The property manager Tammy is the best! She was very welcoming and accommodating. I hope to return to Maui and will definitely plan on staying at Makani Sands.
Elizabeth F.
July 2023
Perfect setup for our family and literally ON THE WATER! Pictures and listing details are true and accurate representation of property. My family of 6--my 15yo twins, my 25yo daughter and her husband, and my husband and me - had a perfect amount of space. Very clean and great layout. Loved the two lanais overlooking the water! Temps stayed about 80 degrees throughout our stay. Despite no AC, every room had a ceiling fan and with all the windows open there was an AMAZING cross-breeze throughout the whole unit both upstairs and down. I was never once uncomfortable temperature-wise. The motorized lanai shades were truly appreciated during the bright afternoon sun times, as well.
Great location on the water with snorkeling just steps away. Pay close attention around sunset and you are sure to see turtles swimming close by! (They had just finished redoing the steps down to the water the day before we arrived, so access to the ocean was super easy. If you look up the daily tide report for low tide times...that's the best and easiest time to go in.) The community chairs, lounge, and BBQ area just above the ocean was a great place to relax, too. I noticed how everything was cleaned and hosed down each morning by grounds workers. Despite the seemingly small parking lot, we never had a problem finding a spot each evening when we returned from our days out. We are hoping to return to Hawaii/Maui in a year or so, and would definitely consider returning to Makani Sands.
Elizabeth F.
June 2023
Perfect setup for our family and literally ON THE WATER! Pictures and listing details are true and accurate representation of property. My family of 6--my 15yo twins, my 25yo daughter and her husband, and my husband and me - had a perfect amount of space. Very clean and great layout. Loved the two lanais overlooking the water! Temps stayed about 80 degrees throughout our stay. Despite no AC, every room had a ceiling fan and with all the windows open there was an AMAZING cross-breeze throughout the whole unit both upstairs and down. I was never once uncomfortable temperature-wise. The motorized lanai shades were truly appreciated during the bright afternoon sun times, as well.
Great location on the water with snorkeling just steps away. Pay close attention around sunset and you are sure to see turtles swimming close by! (They had just finished redoing the steps down to the water the day before we arrived, so access to the ocean was super easy. If you look up the daily tide report for low tide times...that's the best and easiest time to go in.) The community chairs, lounge, and BBQ area just above the ocean was a great place to relax, too. I noticed how everything was cleaned and hosed down each morning by grounds workers. Despite the seemingly small parking lot, we never had a problem finding a spot each evening when we returned from our days out. We are hoping to return to Hawaii/Maui in a year or so, and would definitely consider returning to Makani Sands.
Dennis E.
June 2023
Excellent property and location. The ability to get right in the ocean and swim with the turtles was absolutely awesome. The facility met all our needs and was nicely decorated. Our location allowed us easy access to tours, Lahaina, restaurants or just plain grilling out on the property was excellent.
Dennis E.
June 2023
Excellent property and location. The ability to get right in the ocean and swim with the turtles was absolutely awesome. The facility met all our needs and was nicely decorated. Our location allowed us easy access to tours, Lahaina, restaurants or just plain grilling out on the property was excellent.
Helen M.
May 2023
A group of us (3 couples) stayed at the condo after a weeklong cruise around the Hawaiian islands, planning to unwind and just chill after a busy week. Great coffee shops to walk to, and a some great beaches close by. Being able to sit out on the lanai right on the ocean, was so soothing and relaxing! Not much of a breach right there, but we certainly went in the water daily! Condo had everything we needed in it! Comfy beds and couches too! Tammy was very pleasant to deal with :)
Helen M.
May 2023
A group of us (3 couples) stayed at the condo after a weeklong cruise around the Hawaiian islands, planning to unwind and just chill after a busy week. Great coffee shops to walk to, and a some great beaches close by. Being able to sit out on the lanai right on the ocean, was so soothing and relaxing! Not much of a breach right there, but we certainly went in the water daily! Condo had everything we needed in it! Comfy beds and couches too! Tammy was very pleasant to deal with :)
April 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have been coming back to Makani Sands for 20 years sometimes twice in a year. This was our first time staying on the third floor in the 3 bedroom and we absolutely loved it. I love the view from there. The master is facing the ocean while the first and second floor rooms the master is in back towards pool. There is a patio on first floor outside of living room and second room has a small one facing the back. It makes a difference having your master face the ocean. The room we stayed at (305), is remodeled. Very nicely done. The newly remodeled hard scape is terrific, bbqs are new. Love all the torches at night in front of hotel. We will be back! Until next time, Mahalo.
Barbara B.
March 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
If you’re looking for a beautiful condo on the shores of West Maui, this is the place. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath condo has spectacular views of Molokai and Lanai off the two ocean-front lanais (one off the living room and one off the 4th floor master bedroom), not to mention daily sightings of whales & sea turtles. The condo itself is spacious, very clean, tastefully decorated and extremely well-appointed. You can swim & snorkel right out front, enjoy the heated pool out back or hit the nearby beaches of Ka’anapali. Great location away from the crowded resorts yet close to numerous restaurants and shops in Ka’anapali and Lahaina or further north in Kapalua. The owners clearly care about their guests; there was nothing more we could have asked for during our stay on this beautiful island. Aloha!
Heather S.
February 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great time here. Morning coffee, on the lanai, was accompanied by whales, and there were turtle sightings in the afternoon. Tammy was cheerful and exceptionally helpful. A great way to spend a vacation.
Stacie S.
December 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a lovely stay at 305 Makani Sands. We had plenty of room for our four adults and one teenager. It is beautifully decorated and well equipped. The two balconies facing the ocean are outstanding for watching the waves, the sunset and listening to the ocean lull you to sleep at night. There is no A/C, but multiple fans are provided and the ocean breeze is constant. The condo has thoughtful details for travelers, such as an extension cord with multiple plugs and USB ports for charging on the nightstands and multiple hooks everywhere for towels and swimsuits. There's also beach equipment (cooler, boogie board, snorkel masks)in the front closet. The location is great, walkable to coffee, a public beach and a few shops. Easy driving distance to Front St in Lahaina or north to Kapalua. There is not much of a beach, at least in the winter with high tides,just a small strip of sand, but there are access stairs and beach restoration was underway while we were there. There was a big storm moving through during our stay, so we did not access the beach due to the high surf. Tammy is an extraordinary manager, clear instructions, easy check-in, super accommodating by letting us check-in early due to luggage logistical challenges! We appreciate you Tammy! We would love to return in the future!
Valerie S.
October 2022
Condo #305 was exactly as described and was perfect for our family of 6. Very clean, lots of space, and a view that can’t be beat. Location is perfect as well. Walk to a few local stores and restaurants and quick drive to so many spots. We found it to be about as close to perfect as you can get.
Robyn J.
July 2022
The property was very nice and had a great beach. There was no air conditioning (my mistake for not checking) but the breeze off the ocean made us not even notice!
Robyn J.
July 2022
The property was very nice and had a great beach. There was no air conditioning (my mistake for not checking) but the breeze off the ocean made us not even notice!
Valerie S.
July 2022
Condo #305 was exactly as described and was perfect for our family of 6. Very clean, lots of space, and a view that can’t be beat. Location is perfect as well. Walk to a few local stores and restaurants and quick drive to so many spots. We found it to be about as close to perfect as you can get.
Trista O.
July 2022
My husband, 3 teen daughters and I stayed here over July 4th. We had an amazing time and loved the condo. Very clean. The views of the beach and the sunset were unbeatable. We all really enjoyed snorkeling off the private beach, seeing lots of cool fish and the occasional turtle. Loved having a private beach and never having to worry about crowds. Short walk to the food truck park (tip: go early for dinner). Will definitely stay again.
Trista O.
July 2022
My husband, 3 teen daughters and I stayed here over July 4th. We had an amazing time and loved the condo. Very clean. The views of the beach and the sunset were unbeatable. We all really enjoyed snorkeling off the private beach, seeing lots of cool fish and the occasional turtle. Loved having a private beach and never having to worry about crowds. Short walk to the food truck park (tip: go early for dinner). Will definitely stay again.
Julie D.
July 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Everything was perfect,comfy and clean
Steven M.
June 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Wonderful property with stunning views and a fresh ocean breeze. Our unit was well equipped and the property management was more than happy to provide extra chairs, towels, etc. I'd return in a heartbeat!
Jim S.
June 2022
Great place! Loved sleeping with the patio doors open and listening to the ocean waves crash on shore. Decor was great.
Ngoc Anh Thi H.
June 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our stay at Makani Sands( unit #305) very much .The decoration is beautiful and charming; the unit is clean ;the kitchen is equipped with all the necessary tools to cook and finally the view of the ocean and the sound of waves are wonderful and relaxing.
May 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I have stayed at Makani Sands many times and love staying there. You are a stone's throw away from the water. Going to bed and listening to the ocean is such a delightful experience. The location is great and front office very helpful. Would highly recommend as a great place to stay in Maui.
Faraz A.
May 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Perfect condo for our family of 2 adults and 4 children. We stayed for a week in May, and thoroughly enjoyed the amenities and location. The unit was recently renovated, with modern and comfortable bathrooms and kitchen. No A/C, but we didn't feel we needed it - there was great airflow and it was great to fall asleep to the sound of gently crashing waves. Best of all was the view - we had nearly every meal on the lanai and loved watching turtles float by directly below!
Steve M.
April 2022
Great great great
Will refer others
Thank you
Slick T.
January 2022
We had a great stay. The whale watching from our lanai was amazing and the sunsets were nice with the view of the islands of Molokai and Lanai right in front of us.
A guest from Orland Park, IL
January 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Loved how spacious, updated and well-stocked this condominium is. We (4 adults plus a 15yo) stayed for 13 nights. The unit is in a great location. We also rented units 301 and 110 for the rest of our family. Skip 301 - it is an outdated DISASTER. In contrast, #305 has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The BBQ area is also great. The pool is heated. 5stars!
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