We enjoyed the location. Very close to the beach, little general store, aquarium and local restaurants.
Frances G.
March 2025
Great beachfront location! A little noisy due to proximity to the pool, but all guests were respectful of quiet times. Would stay there again.
Gayle
March 2025
This was a nice place to stay. It had all of the amenities we needed. The only downside is it wasn't on the water as I was hoping or it appeared in the pictures. The condo building is next to the water but this unit did not have a view of the water. I love the location and its nearness to the marina.
Amy O.
February 2025
A very quiet, secluded location. Right on the water.
Mark B.
February 2025
Beautiful serene location. Clean condo.
abby b.
February 2025
The condo was very clean and nice. For some reason the owner had the ac unit restricted so we could not control the temp or fan speed. Prop Mgmt company was great and brought in a portable ac unit once they saw the setup. Common area out back door is close and small so you'll have people from the pool, lounge chairs, grilling, etc. in the backyard/ocean view area out your door. Still a great location so just an fyi so you can decide if that's an issue for you. Easy beach access at the park next door.
Steve S.
February 2025
50 steps s to ocean. 5 steps to ocean view. Lovely location. Well appointed condo . Home away from home ! Hosts were attentive but not in your face. Highly recommend
kevin
February 2025
This property is lovely, right on the beach. It would be nice if there was someplace to store surfboards/paddleboards on the property, but we locked ours on our car, so it worked.The outdoor grills were nice.
Heidi S.
February 2025
Great quiet location a driveway from shops and restaurants.All in all, it was “perfect” for us but could use some TLC. We’d absolutely stay here again, as it is.I had a full list of pros and cons but VRBO made me revise my review for I know reasons
Richard M.
January 2025
The apartment was larger than I expected and had everything I neededs for my stay.
Leonard L.
January 2025
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The owners of the unit sit an amazing job in renovating! Great relaxing feeling upon entry! We enjoy cooking our own meals and the unit has all the amenities needed. The location is close to the airport and all the stores for you to purchase anything you need!The building does need some love. I believe erosion has started to take its toll a little bit leaving a rocky beach. Obviously this wasn’t a huge concern for us as seeing the whales and swimming with the turtles greatly made up for it. The corner unit provides great access to the pool and BBQ. On the flip side be prepared to see people coming and going a lot more than another unit. There is no safe in the unit. Mind you, we never felt insecure about safety at this condo as many cameras are filming and watching you all the time. It’s just an amenity we have grown to appreciate over time in other stays. In conclusion, I would definitely rent this unit again if I was to go back to Maui, as the owners have done a great job. Thanks!!
Jason E.
January 2025
This place is in great location. Condo had everything we needed for our family. Kids loved the pool. My husband and I enjoyed our walks on the beach.
Nele S.
January 2025
Aloha to all, very good and fitting condo with close parking-stall and nice cute beach with nearly no other people. It was my 2nd time here and I would return to this location again. MAHALO !!!
Ingo H.
December 2024
Cleanliness was just gross. There was grimy and greasy dust everywhere. It’s old with a lack of up keep. The curtains were falling apart. The main queen bed is old and WORE OUT and broken, the middle had a major sag. The pull out couch also sucked. There was a main light and fan that did not work. They did not provide the basics only 2 rolls of toilet paper, extra extra small dish soap and we stayed for 10days. We were not notified that the water was going to be turned off for over 8 hrs during the heat of the day. However the location is amazing And sugar beach is absolutely beautiful! It was so quiet and full of locals. We will definitely stay near here again just not this condominium.
Kelsey J.
December 2024
Managers were welcoming and communication was excellent.
Susan
October 2024
Amazing view, instant access to the pool and the beach, super clean, quick response from the owener, everything is so close by. Its the oerfe t spot for sure. Ill be back with my boyfriend 💕
Dalia M.
October 2024
We loved our stay here. The property was on top of the beach as promised and it was gorgeous.
Jordan C.
October 2024
Excellent affordable, stay close to the beach and aquarium
Gary M.
September 2024
We had a wonderful stay! Host was wonderful! Being steps from the beach was the cherry on top! Would definitely stay again!!!
Stacie K.
August 2024
Clean and comfortable!
DARLENE
July 2024
Excellent spot with ocean front swimming.
Air conditioning was and outdoor bbq and parking were great.
Excellent communication and safe spot.
Rishi
July 2024
We truly loved this place. Central to all parts of the island, right on the beach, had everything u would need to relax, enjoy and cook. You can wash clothes if u need at the center laundry area.
Summer C.
July 2024
The place was perfect. It has a great little beach and is quiet. We definitely want to come back!
BRYN
July 2024
This place is the best place I’ve stayed in Maui yet. Amazing location, comfy, clean, and conveniently located. Loved the pools, on-site bar, store, coffee, restaurant and beach! Parking was super easy, every one was super nice. Loved how we even had a washer and dryer in unit. Loved the big windows. Would deffinatelt stay again! Took our 8 month old here, and it was so relaxing for all of us.
Courtney T.
May 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:
We have been going to Hono Kai Resort for our winter months for many years . Rosemary is the agent for Destination. She is the reason we keep coming back. Whatever you need she makes it happen. We highly recommend Rosemary. Sincerely
Byron B.
May 2024
The location was right on the beach, the facility was dated but clean, and it was perfect for a family with kids.
The only thing that we struggled with was the kitchen items the blender leaked and the toaster did work but you had to manually hole it down and it only toasted one side of the bread. I called management and the blender was handled promptly but for some reason the toaster was not taken csre of. Also the pans were extrenely scratched and very difficult to cook on.
Other than those minor inconveniences it was a perfect stay!
Kendra C.
April 2024
We loved the beautiful sunrises, the sounds of the ocean, and the quiet coziness of this charming place. This was our first trip to the Hawaiian Islands. Melanie responded quickly to all of my questions and provided many helpful insights. Wonderful communication leading up to our stay! The beds are so comfortable. We felt well-rested, ready for our day of exploring and adventure. We also loved being steps from the beach and ocean. It was so relaxing! We look forward to visiting again.
Lisa B.
April 2024
Very comfortable basic condo with a fantastic sand beach sheltered from the trade winds and very little waves. Convenient to all locations on Maui. It is in the landing path for incoming jets, but there are not many flights into Maui.
Steven F.
April 2024
We enjoyed our stay at this cute little condo. The beachfront access is lovely.
Emily S.
March 2024
We had a great time - it’s hard not to in Maui! The unit is very dated. Needs several updates. However, had what we needed. Location was not our favorite. Management company was great.
Lori A.
March 2024
The property is in an old complex that has not been updated. It is really a studio not a one bedroom as advertised. It is rather noisy due to it being directly in the landing flight path of the airport and waves crashing on the breakwater barrier.
The only positive note was the proximity to the long and beautiful beach.
Marius N.
March 2024
This condo was adequate for four travelers who are comfortable sharing space and don’t require complete privacy. Great location for February whale watching from the lanai. The beach access is not direct, you have to leap down a 3 ft wall, which would be a deterrent for some. The host had good communication and the condo was clean for our late night arrival.
There were some minor issues that we brought to the attention of the host, hopefully they will be addressed before your stay (screen door, sinks, and dishwasher).
The kitchen had just the very basics, so you may want to grab ziplocs or reusable food containers for your stay if you plan on cooking at the condo.
Overall, we were comfortable and enjoyed our stay and felt like the space was roomy enough, and location provided ease of going any direction.
Kayla C.
March 2024
We arrived to a door that has been clearly broken into. Needs to be replaced. The condo does not overlook the ocean. It’s very small. 4 people max. Cockroaches and cockroach larva everywhere. Needs to be more clear of what you are getting when you rent at this location.
It was fine as we didn’t come to Maui to sit in a condo. Wouldn’t stay here again.
Scott H.
February 2024
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We had a wonderful week in Maui. This condo is located very close to Ma'alaea harbor and there is a small public beach access in easy walking distance. The apartment itself was clean and worked fine for our needs. The unit is a bit run down and shows signs of age and wear and tear (furniture, trim, broken screen/room divider), but it was comfortable and quiet and wasn't an issue for us. We appreciated the camp chairs, snorkel gear, and umbrella that were in the unit, as well as the fan and AC unit.
There had been a storm a few weeks before we arrived that damaged several palm trees near the pool and caused damage to the sea wall. They were actively repairing that while we were there and it didn't cause any issues with our stay. You are not able to swim in the ocean directly in front of the condo due to rocks and the sea wall, but we could walk a short distance over the rocks and down to sand. We loved walking along the beach stretch in the morning as the sun came up and we were able to see many whales in the water.
Be aware that the available parking in the lot is very narrow and limited, so larger vehicles will have trouble parking here. We were in a full size car and were very glad that we didn't have anything larger as the parking spots are very narrow. We ended up parking outside of the lot on the street one night because someone parked too close to their line and made the spot next to them impossible to park in.
Allison H.
February 2024
The home was exactly what we were looking for! Quiet, relaxing place located on the beach. Easily within driving distance of anything needed.
Drew M.
February 2024
Was a nice time. The whales were wonderful to watch.
Raleigh T.
February 2024
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The unit itself was fine. We slept there and made breakfast - that's all. It was fairly clean and updated. Plenty of new cabinets.
However...Unit's view is of parking lot where construction was happening. Pool was closed and not available. Toilets and sink had to be plunged numerous times in a 4 night stay. The black shower curtain liner grossed me out - it didn't show the mold and mildew but you knew it was there. White liners are cheap and replacing it every few months would be better than a black one.
When I rented the listing said Ocean Front in all caps. You cannot see the ocean from the unit. Other units ARE ocean front, this one is not.
Parking places were few and tiny requiring us to park on the street.
Furniture is typical condo tropical styles of years gone by.
Windows needed to be cleaned.
We tried to watch the two NFL playoff games on TV but they were not available on what the owner provided.
We did get a good last-minute deal at this property. If I had paid the full price per night plus taxes and cleaning fee and VRBO fee I would have been a very unhappy camper. Hono Kai is not my favorite resort in Maalaea and I am not likely to return here.
Carol K.
February 2024
The property is very dated. If you are looking for a clean, convenient place to stay this is great. If you expect a high end experience, this is not it. The parking is awful.
Geoffrey
January 2024
Originally had a different hotel. Was overbooked. But perfect stay apologized and put me into another unit that is very nice. Beach front. Relaxing on the porch And I got to see the whales jump 3 times. That was pretty neat to see.
Over all it was great.
Fernando S.
January 2024
It was perfect for two, close to airport, Costco and walking distance to the marina where we took our dinner cruise. Walking distance to a beautiful beach where we snorkeled and saw turtles. Nice kitchen with every thing we needed. Craig was a wonderful host. We came to stay for the Maui Marathon, the half start line was just up the road.
Brandie S.
January 2024
We loved staying here because of the easy access to the beach with our 3 yo. Made it super simple! The unit is in a high traffic spot, so it's not super private, but we had no issues with noise. The aquarium is nearby and also a highlight.
Sarah K.
January 2024
Perfect for our stay! Enjoyed direct beach access, viewing humpbacks from the property, close proximity to the harbor and quick drive to other activities.
Carrie Z.
January 2024
My family and I had a wonderful time. The condo was comfortable and the beach was right at the doorstep. We are already looking forward to our next vacation stay in Ma'alaea!
Beatriz R.
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:
For the last 8 years had a great stay in B16. Only down side was the cost per day. I would love that it be a little more cost effective.
Con M.
January 2024
Having never been to Maui I had no idea where to stay on the island, so it was only luck that brought me to Craig's condo! This is the perfect spot. Central location to drive to all areas of the island. There is a great beach just steps away with beautiful sunset views.
Craig is a wonderful host who gave us great recommendations. His condo is comfortable and so quiet. I didn't need to wear ear plugs that I always bring on vacation, just in case. The laundry room is located steps from the condo, so bring quarters if you need to do laundry. Overall it was a great stay!
Barbara W.
December 2023
Stayed at this charming accommodation in Maui and it was a delightful experience! The place was impeccably clean, ensuring a comfortable and serene environment. The tranquility was exactly what I needed. Every basic amenity was readily available, making my stay convenient and hassle-free. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful and well-equipped retreat on the beautiful island of Maui. Definitely a five-star experience!
Ingmar L.
December 2023
You couldn’t get any closer to the beach. Perfect, peaceful and gorgeous views. We’ll definitely be staying here again.
Michele S.
December 2023
Overall very close to the beach and the water beach toys.
As a "Newly Remodel" properly few of the lights and electrical stockets didnt work. VRBO and Expedia communication on the rental of this unit was a total miss as we were overcharged! Won't rent using VRBO thru Expedia ever again.
Duong
December 2023
Right on the beach with windows overlooking the bay. Kids loved the beach, the pool, and the loft and lanai overlooking the beach. No regrets for a young family vacation.
Andrew D.
December 2023
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The last time we were in Maui we stayed in this facility on the second floor. This time we were on the ground floor. The upper floors have an amazing view but the ground floor has great access to the pool and beach. From this unit you are 3-4 steps to the pool and 6-8 steps to the beach. The unit has been nicely updated with quality furnishings. The kitchen has all the things we needed to cook including spices and cooking oil. There is a grill close by to prepare your dinner as well. The only issue we had was a minor insect problem but the condo management sent pest control over the same day we called so it was quickly resolved. The bathroom is small but it’s nicely updated. The king bed was comfortable and a window AC unit cools the whole condo without difficulty. The unit has boogie boards, beach chairs, sand mats and a small cooler in the closet. The reason we continue to stay in this location is the access to the beach. You can literally walk out your door and head down a beautiful beach with very few people and no buildings for a couple of miles, all the way to Sugar Beach. We will stay here again.
Gary P.
December 2023