Hono Kai, Maui

Hono Kai Resort is a beachfront condo complex in central Maui, located at Ma'alaea Bay. The resort offers easy access to miles of white sandy beaches, including Sugar Beach, and is within walking distance to Maalaea Harbor, Maui Ocean Center, Maui Golf & Sports Park, and Maui Harbor Shops. Guests can enjoy various activities such as whale watching, snorkeling, sunset sails, and miniature golf. The resort features a community oceanfront swimming pool, multiple gas BBQs with ocean views, and on-site coin-operated laundry facilities. There are no resort or parking fees, and one free parking spot is provided per unit. Please note that there are no elevators on the premises. Hono Kai's central location makes it an ideal base for exploring the entire island, including excursions to Hana and Haleakala.

Hono Kai Average Rates


As of April 2024, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Hono Kai is $212. Note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usally much higher), and the averages don't include Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax or cleaning and booking fees. Visit the rentals page to see specific unit rates.

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 248 Guest Reviews


The following executive summary is based on a comprehensive and impartial AI analysis of guest reviews. Keep in mind that all units are individually owned, and review scores among units can vary considerably.

The Hono Kai condo resort on Maui receives overall positive feedback from guests, highlighting its cleanliness, excellent location, and beautiful beach access. Many reviews praise the resort for its proximity to major attractions, ease of check-in, and the well-equipped and comfortable units. Guests appreciate the resort's central location, allowing easy access to various parts of Maui, including beaches, the airport, and popular tourist destinations. The resort seems to offer a range of amenities, including pools, beautiful ocean views, and well-maintained common areas, making it a recommended stay for both families and couples.

However, some guests mention negatives such as maintenance issues in certain units, a lack of updated decor, and occasional smells from nearby areas. A few guests also note problems with parking and some disturbances from neighboring areas or wildlife. Despite these minor drawbacks, the overwhelming sentiment is positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return, appreciating the quiet, less touristy location, and the value provided by the resort. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 248 guest reviews.

Recent Hono Kai Reviews


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

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: clean house and close to restaurants, gift shops and water activities, but most specially shout out to Cristina - very accomodating manager . Thank you .🤗
Carolina R.
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

The condo in beach front, not the unit. Amenities were not clean around the condo. The apartment is old but decently furnished. Full of rules and the warnings sounds like they are threatening you if you fail to follow them. The place is far from any place. Nothing is walking distante.
Eduardo
January 2024

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

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

You couldn’t get any closer to the beach. Perfect, peaceful and gorgeous views. We’ll definitely be staying here again.
Michele S.
November 2023

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.
November 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 wonderful stay at this property. It's right on a quiet stretch of beach and out of the more touristy areas. The building was 1970's but the inside of the unit was modern, clean and very comfortable. This was the first time we have booked with VRBO and it was generally a pretty positive experience, The only thing I would recommend is a little more explanation in the welcome packet so that new folks like us know what to do. We thought there would be a reception desk, thankfully the caretakers were able to explain about getting into the lockbox, which was in the welcome packet, but not emphasized for those who are new to the system. Just a thought. Other than that we had a great time and enjoyed the unit thoroughly.
Richard S.
November 2023

We enjoyed our stay here! I would have given all 5 stars if it weren't for the loud A/C unit going all night, and a couple of insects made it in on the ground floor unit. All in all, it's a great place for the money!
Carlton G S.
November 2023

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.
November 2023

Condo was everything we could ask for, clean and ready for use when we arrived, nice and quiet and a beautiful area to just relax and soak up as much sun as you would want, already planning our next stay here, as well as My Perfect Stays were right on top of anything that needed to be done.
Jeff Q.
November 2023

Beautiful location. Unit is very well maintained and clean. Had a wonderful day.
Mary S.
October 2023

This place was very clean and had everything we needed and more. It is very well located close to the main places we wanted to go like Haleakalā and several beaches. And we had an amazing and beautiful beach right there behind the condo to end our day relaxing. I would definitely come back to this condo without a doubt.
Emil B.
October 2023

This is a great property. Check in was extremely smooth. Would recommend to others.
Cory W.
September 2023

Loved my stay..thank you guys
Julian
September 2023

Very close to the airport and to my sister's house in Kahului and a short drive to my brother's house in Lahaina.
Fred M.
September 2023

We had a great time!
Stefan I.
September 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: This is the second time I have stated in Hono Kai Resort. This is a great place to stay. It is centrally located to West Maui, South Maui, Upcountry and the airport. We stayed in unit B4 and it was perfect. It was recently remodeled and we were the first guests in the unit and it was beautifully done and had everything needed for the stay. When I say everything, they thought about everything someone might need for a stay. There was good privacy for both of my teenage kids. It had gorgeous views of the ocean. The staff works very hard to keep the resort working beautifully and even with outside construction in the parking lot they were great at communicating information to the tenants as needed. I would recommend this location to anyone that is coming to Maui whether the first time or coming again. The location, amenities, and value make this a great place to stay especially for a family. The beach out front isn't much but there are so many other beaches to go to within a short drive from here that was never an issue for us. This is a practical place to stay not an over the top high priced resort but you can't beat the location.
Robert S.
August 2023

Great accommodations Owner's communication prior to trip excellent. Welcome gift greatly appreciated. Owner couldn't have been more accessible. Will stay again.
Marilyn D.
August 2023

I was very impressed with the cleanliness and attention to detail. The place had everything you could want or need. Easy to check in and out with the keypad. I would stay here again.
Becky S.
August 2023

We enjoyed being at my perfect stay, it was a memorable experience for our kids. Thank you so much my perfect stay. Will be back again next year!
Christine S.
August 2023

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay as a family of 4. Location is central to everything we wanted to do. So great to just walk out on the beach. Quiet area. Right next to the harbor where the snorkling boats leave. Had everything we needed.
Jeni K.
August 2023

The only potential drawback is that the mattresses (both queen bed and sleeper sofa) are very, very soft and saggy. Not great for people preferring a firm mattress.
Markus A.
August 2023

We loved this property because it was not in a very touristy area, so we didn't have to deal with a lot of traffic and crowds. But, it was centrally located for easy access to the airport, Lahaina/Kaanapali, and Haleakala!! The complex is quiet, with a mix of residents and rentals. The property could stand to be updated, but it was perfect for our needs! And, I loved being able to hear waves crashing because we could access a part of the beach just steps down from the pool area!

July 2023

Nice place, very well located, very central, close to the beach. The only cons was that the manager or administrator of the building was really rude the first time we arrived at the apartment, he told my husband that our children were not welcome, maybe he was in a bad mood, i dont know, but that was kind of bummer. although later the owner of the vrb apologized to us and had constant communication with us, it was nice to know that our problems were being addressed
Joselyn P.
July 2023

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: ALL was excellent...found the "safe" instruction booklet in the nightstand drawer with Bible! Last year was better only because our view was looking at the ocean...
A guest from Fountain Valley, Ca
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: Nice one bedroom condo. Even though it was quite warm outside the A/C kept the condo very comfortable. Located in a less busy area of Maui which was nice.
Tim S.
July 2023

I enjoyed being so close to the ocean. Being 74 I didn't try to get on the beach as it was quite a step. I truly enjoyed my stay watching the waves and surfers.
Paula C.
July 2023

This place is right on the beach and walking distance from the bus station. It's the perfect calm getaway. I'm going to miss falling asleep to the sound of waves.
Megan M.
July 2023

Aloha, Thank you for hosting us. It was very beautiful cozy beach facing home. Loved waking up to the sound of waves and birds. So quiet and pleasant and the house is right in between the south & east beaches. House is very well maintained and enjoyed how every corner was used to the fullest. The kitchen was completely user friendly and very well equipped. We definitely would visit again! Mahalo!
urvee s.
July 2023

Beautiful stay right on Maui's longest white sand beach. Walk for hours with very few people around. The condo is immaculate. Best location on the island as it is in the center of all activities.
Charlie S.
July 2023

We enjoyed our stay at our unit in Hono Kai. It was spacious, very clean, and had all the items needed for a comfortable stay. It was great to have the beach towels and chairs. Our children enjoyed the pool and easy access to the beach.
Isabel P.
July 2023

Perfect place to stay and rest between excursions on maui! We loved our time and enjoyed the comfort of the condo when we were “home”. Thank you very much!
Erika B.
July 2023

This place is gem! We got a fully stocked kitchen with utensils and plenty of towels and supplies made our stay truly at home. We couldn't have asked a better place for our stay. Highly recommend to anyone planning a short or long trip to Maui!
Ramya G.
July 2023

I have to say the condo was sufficient for our stay it was a bit on the dark side which. made it even darker was the lighting was very limited one of the light fixtures was broken we call for maintenance to fix it he did but he left the bulb out and never return with the new bulb not sure what happened with that the condos sleeps comfortably two there were three of us a bit cramped I would not recommend four people to that with one bathroom other than that we had a great time
Valeria M.
July 2023

This condo has amazing location. Right from your lanai you can access the pool and the beach. Condo is very well stocked with everything you need. You are provided beach towels, beach mats, chairs and a cooler. Condo is very clean. MyPerfectStays team was regularly checking on us via messages asking if everything is OK and if we need anything. I highly recommend MyPerfectStays.
Liliya M.
July 2023

Wonderful stay. We had some very violent storms that ran through the island. Kihei got devastated by it, yet Maalaea Bay was much better sheltered from the intensity. It is well located to feel privacy yet midway between main areas to visit. Loved having the towels made available for use. Great sitting out by the pool drinking and relaxing on the beach
Markus N.
July 2023

The condo is a great place to sit and enjoy views of the mountain and sea. My daughter and grandson stayed here, but all of us enjoyed the afternoon sun from the porch. She said the bed was comfortable and the condo was clean. The pool is small, perfect for a beginning swimmer. I would stay here again if the price was right.

July 2023

After seeing the pictures of this condo, I was excited for my stay. Didn't feel the same way once I got there and saw the room in person. The condo definitely needs to be updated. We made sure to stay out all day; only coming back to the room to sleep. I feel that we overpaid for this room. A woman with a key also barged into our room on checkout day, hours before we even had to be out, making us feel extremely uncomfortable and causing us to rush out in fear that she would come back.
Kenadi M.
July 2023

Three days before our arrival we were informed of a bug problem on the island. That was understandable, as it's common to find water bugs around the house in humid environments. The house also had multiple rat traps within reach of my toddler, and I wasn't informed of a rat problem. The AC in the unit barely cooled off the top room and the place was so uncomfortably hot during the day that we couldn't be there. At night it was still hot but we were okay. The upstairs bathroom had some sort of sewage problem during our stay and the whole place smelled of sewage. Even after the guys outside fixed something, our upstairs bathroom (where the kids took baths) smelled so bad we had to keep the door shut the rest of our stay and only use that bathroom briefly for baths. The company stayed in touch the whole time and I also informed them of the sewage smell, the water bugs and the accessible rat traps. I wouldn't stay here again.
Elisabeth P.
July 2023

The condo is extremely clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The location is excellent, you can visit all the beaches in the area and find nice places to eat. I highly recommend this unit.
Roberto R.
July 2023

Three days before our arrival we were informed of a big problem on the island. That was understandable, as it's common to find water bugs around the house in humid environments. The house also had multiple rat traps within reach of my toddler, and I wasn't informed of a rat problem. The AC in the unit barely cooled off the top room and the place was so uncomfortably hot during the day that we couldn't be there. At night it was still hot but we were okay. The upstairs bathroom had some sort of sewage problem during our stay and the whole place smelled of sewage. Even after the guys outside fixed something, our upstairs bathroom (where the kids took baths) smelled so bad we had to keep the door shut the rest of our stay and only use that bathroom briefly for baths. The company stayed I touch the whole time and I also informed them of the sewage smell, the water bugs and the accessible rat traps. I wouldn't stay here again.
Elisabeth P.
July 2023

Three days before our arrival we were informed of a bug problem on the island. That was understandable, as it's common to find water bugs around the house in humid environments. The house also had multiple rat traps within reach of my toddler, and I wasn't informed of a rat problem. The AC in the unit barely cooled off the top room and the place was so uncomfortably hot during the day that we couldn't be there. At night it was still hot but we were okay. The upstairs bathroom had some sort of sewage problem during our stay and the whole place smelled of sewage. Even after the guys outside fixed something, our upstairs bathroom (where the kids took baths) smelled so bad we had to keep the door shut the rest of our stay and only use that bathroom briefly for baths. The company stayed I touch the whole time and I also informed them of the sewage smell, the water bugs and the accessible rat traps. I wouldn't stay here again.
Elisabeth P.
July 2023

If you are looking for a beachfront condo that is ground level and walks right out onto the sand then this is the place. There is a two mile undeveloped white sand beach that you can walk on every day with few people around. The condo is newly remodeled and very clean. This is the most central area of Maui and is a great place to begin any of your adventures around the island. The condo has boogie boards, beach chairs, and a cooler.
Charlie S.
July 2023

We are very happy with our stay at Hono Kai A5. I greatly appreciate the tupperware and cookware which made the occasional cooking a breeze. The beach chairs, boogie boards and snorkel certainly came in handy as well. We were slightly disappointed about the beach which was way rougher than expected but it's not the end of the world either. Thank you for maintaining this cozy and lovely space!
Maggie L.
July 2023


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