Honua Kai Resort, Maui

Honua Kai Resort is a luxurious beachfront property located on North Kaanapali Beach in Maui. The resort offers a wide range of amenities, including three swimming pool areas, hot tubs, a lazy river, a kid's pool with a slide, and a quiet pool for adults. Guests can enjoy on-site dining at Duke's Beach House Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as Aina Gourmet Market for groceries and sundries. The resort also features a well-equipped fitness center, Ho'ola Health Spa, and multiple BBQ areas.

Conveniently situated near shopping, dining, and golf, Honua Kai Resort provides easy access to various beach activities such as snorkeling and swimming. The resort is connected to a 3+ mile walkway along the shore, leading to popular attractions like Black Rock Beach and Whalers Village. With its stunning ocean views, lush landscaping, and exceptional facilities, Honua Kai Resort offers a perfect vacation destination for families and couples alike.

    Honua Kai Resort Quick Facts:


  • Address: 130 Kai Malina Pkwy,Lahaina, HI 96761
  • Property Size: ~34.6 acres (711 units)
  • Reviews: 4.86 / 5.0 (from 8977 reviews)
  • Average Price: $553/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Honua Kai Resort Vacation Rentals

Honua Kai Resort Average Rates


As of October 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Honua Kai Resort is $553. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $1019, and 3 bedroom units average $1604. The average price of a 4 bedroom unit is $1877, and 6 bedroom units average $4680. These averages include Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax as well as the cleaning and booking fees rentals charge. Also note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usually higher). Visit the Honua Kai Resort Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

Honua Kai Resort's Best Rentals

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What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


Reviewer Portrait

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.

Honua Kai consistently wins praise for its prime north Kaanapali Beach location and a true resort-meets-condo setup. Guests love the multiple pool complexes (waterslide, lazy-river style areas, hot tubs, a quieter pool), easy beach access with good snorkeling (frequent turtle sightings), and the oceanfront boardwalk for sunrise runs and sunset strolls. Most condos are spacious, clean, and well equipped with full kitchens and in‑unit laundry, plus large lanais with folding glass walls that create indoor–outdoor living and capture ocean or mountain views, sunsets, rainbows, and winter whale watching. Convenience is a standout: Duke’s restaurant is onsite, there’s a market and coffee in the Konea tower, a grocery store across the street, and a popular food‑truck park a short walk away.

Families in particular rave about staying here, from studios to large multi‑bedroom units and the Luana Garden Villas with private-feel pools and outdoor kitchens. Many owners thoughtfully stock beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards, sometimes snorkel sets), and communication from hosts/property managers is often called proactive and responsive. Day‑to‑day touches like towel-vending kiosks, valet help when the garage is busy, and straightforward keycode check‑ins make it easy to settle in and relax. Multigenerational groups appreciate layouts with multiple suites, while couples find the studios roomy and quiet.

Common caveats are mostly about peak‑season crowding and variability across individually owned units. Loungers at the main pools can be scarce during holidays, poolside service can be slow, and the fitness center feels undersized. The beach right in front can be rocky/reefy with occasional shore break—great for snorkeling but swimmers and small kids may prefer nearby bays; water shoes help. A minority of reviews note maintenance hiccups (AC/dryers, elevator outages, occasional towel‑machine downtime), noise in a few locations (near the loading dock or from upstairs furniture), or units showing wear or missing small kitchen staples; most issues are resolved quickly by attentive managers. Overall, travelers find Honua Kai delivers a polished, family‑friendly resort experience with the space and convenience of a condo in an unbeatable West Maui setting.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Honua Kai Resort Reviews


Great location and rental
Michelle B.
July 2025

We’ve stayed in various condos in Honua Kai and this is our favorite! The location couldn’t be better - right near the pools and ocean; amazing snorkeling right in front of the resort! We always see honu here (make sure you respect their space & adore from a distance).The owner was quick to reply to all questions and the condo was spotless with everything you could need and more. We didn’t use them because we came over-equipped, but they had boogie boards, beach chairs, backpack cooler, umbrella and a waterproof volleyball too!I had to do a couple of Zoom meetings for work and had no trouble with the WiFi. Staff are so warm and welcoming as well. I can’t say enough good things about our experience - we all had the greatest time and can’t wait to return! Thank you Marcie & staff at Hawaiian Island Resorts
Nicole S.
July 2025

We have stayed at the resort before. This is a great unit for a couple. Owner was great at getting back to us with questions before our stay and while we were there. Well stocked with everything. Would go back again to same unit.
Michael B.
July 2025

Amazing please, very clean, amazing customer service.
Kevin B.
July 2025

Place was as described and pics were accurate. Little on the pricier side, but for us totally worth it especially due to the size and location. Very comfortable, modern, spacious, great privacy. The only downside was broken AC as we had to use portable units that were somewhat loud, especially at night. Management was very responsive when we had a minor issue. Would recommend 100%.
Janka D.
July 2025

The room layout was great with each bedroom on the opposite side of the unit. we loved how spacious the lanai was and partial ocean view was beautiful. Photos and description are accurate. The property itself is perfect for easy beach access, lots of pools, easy parking, and close to restaurants and shops. We traveled with 4 teenagers and all agree we didn’t want to leave and would definitely stay there again.
Amy S.
July 2025

We have stayed at the Honua Kai multiple times and it is always hard to leave. This unit is nice for the price, but the sofa bed only comfortably fits one person so we bought a blow up mattress for the 4th person in the unit.
Justin P.
July 2025

The unit is excellent for a family. Very spacious and comfortable. The large balcony is a fantastic addition to this unit. Traveling with a family is wonderful; however, a unit with a kitchen and laundry is essential, which this unit provides. For sure, we will come back!
Anni L.
July 2025

Property was very spacious and beautifully decorated. I really enjoyed the patio and the fact that the doors open fully from the unit to the patio. Beds were super comfy, including the sofa bed. We were able to cook, wash clothes, use the beach chairs and umbrella. I definitely would recommend.
Sylvia M.
July 2025

We had the best time at this condo! Loved everything about it. The condo itself was clean and comfortable! The Honua Kai property is amazing. Perfect for our family. Our kids 6 and 4 had the best time. Bruno was great with communication. Anytime I text for a question, he responded right away.
Andrew H.
July 2025

We took our three children, their spouses and our 9 grandchildren ages 5 - 27 to Hawaii for our 50th anniversary. These three condos were great for our family. There was plenty of room, they were in a great location with plenty of room for the kids to run around and play. The resort is great for families. Everything you need is available. The condos, the service and the resort exceeded our expectations. We had a great time and would highly recommend the condos.
June J.
July 2025

The condo was really great and we loved staying at the resort. It was right on the boardwalk, had an awesome beach area and amazing pools.
Aliceson W.
July 2025

Fantastatic views and very clean unit, all at a very reasonable price in a top-notch location. There is a grocery store and some restaurants right across the street which is convenient.
Ravi P.
July 2025

Excellent resort. Great amenities. Easy to communicate w island contact for property. Would stay here again. All photos are from property here. Walkable amazing food truck park and other places to eat. Best snorkeling right off beach at resort.
Lindsey L.
July 2025

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 condo was perfect for our family! We had the best time and enjoyed all of the wonderful amenities. Will absolutely be back!
Bree S.
July 2025

Was a wonderful stay
Joseph S.
July 2025

My family enjoyed our vacation. The property was beautiful. Great location. Sunsets were fantastic. The unit was clean and comfortable. Overall a wonderful experience. We would definitely visit again.
Mark B.
July 2025

First time in this unit, great place for a family with kids and the host was super responsive to any questions we had during our stay. Thanks for a great vacation!
Bill L.
July 2025

My 17 year old son and I stayed in Joe's condo for 4 nights in June. It was perfect! The condo was clean, comfortable and well stocked. The garden view was lovely and we had full rainbow views every afternoon. The location at the north end of Kanaapali Beach was great. It was centrally located but the beach never felt too crowded. There is a small market on site and Duke's Restaurant was terrific. We loved our stay and highly recommend these accommodations. We will be back for sure!
Jamie H.
June 2025

Very nice condo with an exceptional view. The location was great with lots to do and shopping close by. Dukes offers great food and there are plenty of food trucks within walking distance. Pools were amazing and the beach .Highly recommend this place.
Barbara O.
June 2025

The property itself was very nice and we loved our room. It was very affordable and super clean. Everything worked great! We will definitely be back.
Evan B.
June 2025

The property is great! The overall size of the complex is huge! Having a Dukes on site is a wonderful addition to the property!
Laurence V.
June 2025

The room was clean and well accommodated. Nice view of the mountains on a quiet side of the property. Close to an elevator, so very convenient.
Dale G.
June 2025

Property was excellent and just as advertised. Would definitely stay here again.
Larry N.
June 2025

Beautiful mountain views and spacious! Very clean and lots of amenities available
Achankeng A.
June 2025

The condo was clean and spacious, the large outside area was great with a gorgeous view. very comfortable beds and the kitchen had everything needed
colleen r.
June 2025

Wonderful stay! Fantastic ocean view. Comfortable beds including pull out coach. Well equipped kitchen to cook meals at the condo, great beach equipment (4 chairs / 2 boogie boards), and plenty of extras like paper towels, plastic bags, laundry detergent, cleaning supplies etc. extra towels, sheets. Great communication from owner Randy.
Natalie H.
June 2025

Just perfect
Flavio C.
June 2025

We have been coming to this resort for years but this was the first time I used Vrbo. It was a great experience. The condo was clean beautiful and had everything we needed. The partial ocean view was amazing and I really liked the view of the mountains as well.
Kristen S.
June 2025

The unit was sooo wonderful. It was exactly what we were looking for, which was like 3 separate couples suites, because each had there own bedroom with a king size bed, and most importantly, there own ensuite/bathroom. This worked out great for when we returned from an outing at the beach, and all 6 adults needed to wash up and prepare for a night out! With the pools and activities on site, you could spend your whole day hanging around the resort. Then, just head back and enter through the keyed lanai, into the suite! This worked out so great, as I am handicapped. So I didn't have to go all the way around to the main entrances. Monty was so accommodating and responsive. We would definitely stay again, in a heartbeat!!
Tony & Helen M.
June 2025

The apartment was the perfect size for me and my two teenage boys. We had every amenity we could need and the location was wonderful with a glimpse of the ocean and easy access to pools and other resort amenities. Wonderful location for a week-long stay.
Nicole I.
June 2025

This was our second stay at this resort. The condo had everything we needed. I would not hesitate to book this place again.
Rosanne T.
June 2025

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! It was very relaxing. Having beach access was amazing. The condo was very clean. We enjoyed the view from the balcony as well as being able to walk the boardwalk. We would definitely recommend this condo to anyone wanting to travel to Maui!
Angela H.
June 2025

This condo is amazing, our family had a wonderful time! Location was perfect and being a personal trainer loved the fitness center and walking path right out front a long the beach! Definitely if you have a big family gathering this is it!
Michelle W.
June 2025

The perfect size for two people with a great fully equipped kitchen. We used the grills on property and cooked most nights!Dukes is right there and the beach is absolutely stunning.
Sophie G.
June 2025

Great unit and a wonderful property. Property manager was very responsive. We highly recommend!!
Meagan C.
June 2025

The grounds and overall resort were great for our family of 5. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.
Catia R.
June 2025

Our host was so kind and helpful. We felt welcome in his home.
Cathy T.
June 2025

Been to Honua Kai several times and love it. But Joe went the extra mile to make it perfect. Incredibly well equipped, great communication, and the view is incredible. Thanks Joe.
Robert G.
June 2025

Property was terrific. Loved the condo and loved the pool.
Judy K.
June 2025

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 the best time! The condo was clean, stocked, and comfortable. Everything was just great! The pools were awesome - and we loved that the condo provided chairs and an umbrella for our beautiful days at the beach! Close to restaurants, we enjoyed our walks along the beach. Couldn’t ask for more! We will definitely be back! Thank you!
Laura W.
June 2025

Have stayed multiple times and love it here. This unit has a fantastic wrap around balcony with great western views to watch the sunset. My kids love the pools and slide and just a few minutes walk to a great beach with fantastic snorkeling. Will absolutely stay here again.
Matt S.
June 2025

We booked this room for our honeymoon and it was so perfect! The location was amazing, the resort amenities were great and the room itself had everything we needed and then some! It was so nice having the full kitchen and all the other extras the hosts provided. We would 100% recommend this to anyone else.
Lea P.
June 2025

Location was great. Our grandkids and all the Adults enjoyed the pools and ocean near by. Dukes was great. Overall we had a great time
Linda M.
June 2025

Highly recommend this property!
Tiffany S.
June 2025

Not enough parking, less than helpful concierge. Broken stove broken microwave. Did have lots of plates and utensils. Would have like to have some food storage containers, spices, plastic wrap and tin foil.
Mark M.
June 2025

We loved our stay! The unit is perfectly located, easy in and out from the lanai, is a good size and with the bonus of 2kings in the 2nd bedroom.Perfect if you have kids as the pools are right around the corner, but there was minimal noise that actually reached the unit, that was a huge plus. Easy to valet and everyone was very friendly and helpful. Property is .Monty was great when we needed boogie boards and some bedding, he had those dropped off right away.The only improvements I would love to see are better sheets and pillows for the bedrooms and the furniture/Decor is a little dated. Also, they’d had a second small couch, instead of a chair, it would’ve provided more/better seating for everyone to gather in the living room. Also note that there is a beach in front of the condos, but it is a little rocky and can be rough. We ended up driving to Napili Bay and Kapalua Bay which had calmer water but it’s an easy drive.Overall, this was a fantastic unit and we would absolutely stay there again. Thanks!
Kimberly C.
June 2025

I have stayed at Honua Kai many times. All units, including this one, have been amazing.Everything you need is here. No need to leave the property if you don't want to. Having Duke's restaurant on the property is also very convenient. I would stay in this unit again. Very clean and the check in process was super easy.
Lori T.
June 2025

Before we even arrived in Hawaii the owners were very good about answering questions and responding to my messages. The unit is clean, very well stocked, and fit our family of 5 perfectly for the 3 nights. We didn’t want to leave. There was a great variety of beach toys, chairs and an umbrella and a couple boogie boards. The beach has soft sand and warm waters. We saw turtles bigger than my 8 year old! I would definitely recommend this unit to friends and anyone with kids, we love staying at Honua Kai. Thank you Jill.
Becky B.
June 2025

Great spot. All arrive at 4:00 during check in day! It’s a little confusing if it’s your first time at the property. We went directly to parking and should have unloaded our baggage at the main entrance.
Fred D.
June 2025


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