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Island Surf

Island Surf is an older mid-rise on busy South Kihei Road whose updated condos look across Kalama Park and the Cove, with the South Maui Gardens food trucks just behind. It suits walkers, beginner surfers and couples who want to leave the car parked and don't mind sleeping with the sliders shut.

What guests say

Guests love

  • Surfers across the street. Kalama Park and the Cove sit across the road, and guests love watching surf lessons, volleyball and sunsets from the lanai over morning coffee.
  • Food trucks out back. South Maui Gardens, a big food truck park with live music, is a minute's walk behind the building and becomes a nightly habit for many guests.
  • Sunsets and whales from the lanai. Guests love the lanai views over the park and ocean, with sunsets most evenings and humpbacks to spot in winter.
  • Park the car and walk. Foodland, coffee shops, bars and restaurants are a few minutes away on foot, so many guests barely drove except for day trips.

Worth knowing

  • South Kihei Road is loud. Traffic and nightlife noise carry until about 10 pm; most guests say closing the sliders and running AC or fans keeps bedrooms quiet.
  • Dated building, updated units. A few guests found the exterior, parking lot and grounds tired-looking, even while praising the remodeled condos inside.
  • Surf break, not a swim beach. The Cove across the street is mainly for learning to surf and beach walks; some guests walked about ten minutes to bigger swimming beaches.

This review summary is AI-assisted, drawn from 277 recent guest reviews (Nov 2024 to Aug 2026) of the rentals we list. Units are individually owned, so details vary. Read the latest reviews

At a glance

Unit types
1 and 2 bedrooms, sleeping 2 to 6
Air conditioning
All 19 rentals we list
Pool
Yes
Ocean views
12 of the 19 rentals we list. We check every view claim.
Nearest beach
Kamaole Beach Park 1, 0.6 mi
Airport
About 25 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG)
Size
About 1.0 acres, 83 units
Address
1993 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753

Rentals at Island Surf

Our top-rated rentals here, from the 19 we list.

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Nightly prices by bedroom

BedroomsRentalsAverage per nightRange
114$352$170 to $612
25$554$448 to $687

The typical nightly price of each rental we list, with Hawaii's 18% tax and the cleaning and booking fees included, as of November 2026. Holiday dates cost more.

Recent guest reviews

Island Surf Kihei Unit 305
★★★★★ August 2026

This property was absolutely perfect for our stay! The location was incredible and allowed us to save around 2,000 on a car rental because almost everything we needed was within walking distance. Food trucks, shops, restaurants, grocery stores, the beach, surf lessons, and playgrounds were all just a short walk away.The convenience was even better because there was a coffee shop, frozen treats, souvenir shop, sushi restaurant, tattoo shop, scuba diving shop, massage spa, and convenience store all located at ground level of the condo. Having so many options right downstairs made everything incredibly easy and convenient.The kitchen was also fully stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals and snacks, which was especially convenient for our family and helped us save even more during our stay.The only downside was that there wasn’t A/C in the bedroom. However, the A/C unit in the living room, combined with keeping the primary bedroom windows open, made the temperature comfortable enough for us.Overall, we absolutely loved the property and its location. It made our stay so convenient and enjoyable, and we would definitely stay here again!

Andy Laine and K.
Island Surf 304
★★★★★ August 2026

Amazing place, and we left a very valuable artifact which they promptly worked to find and send to me! So grateful!

kabrina r.
Island Surf 411
★★★★★ August 2026

Fantastic condo, fantastic location, excellent host communication - we had a fabulous trip!

KIM H.
Island Surf 501
★★★★★ August 2026

We had such an amazing stay - this condo is steps away from not only the beach, but also places to rent longboard and snorkels, and it's a very short walk to the South Maui Gardens Kihei Food Oasis.The condo itself was perfect for our family of 4; we made use of both bedrooms and the sofabed, and it was wonderful to sit and watch the sunset from the lanai. The kitchen had everything we needed, and they even stocked it with coffee for our arrival. It was also helpful having the laundry in the unit - we knew that ahead of time, and made sure we kept that in mind while packing. Parking was simple in the back lot.Patty was wonderful to communicate with, and we truly appreciate her hospitality.

Lisa W.
Island Surf 304
★★★★★ August 2026

The place was amazing upon arrival. I had constant communication throughout the trip. The kitchen was equipped with everything I needed. The washer and dryer were perfect and I was provided detergent pods! The air conditioning worked perfect in the living room and bedroom. Overall the place was great and the location was perfect, walking distance from everything

Virginia O.
Island Surf 606
★★★★★ August 2026

We just got home from two incredible weeks in Maui, and I honestly can't imagine a better place to have stayed. The location is absolutely perfect. Cove Park is right across the street, so whether you want to watch the surfers, take a walk, or just sit with your coffee in the morning and watch Kihei come to life, it's all right there. We rented surfboards and took lessons from Maui Wave Riders next door, and the convenience of walking a few steps to grab a board every morning was one of our favorite parts of the trip. The staff there is amazing.The unit itself is beautiful, but what really impressed us was how incredibly well stocked it was. We've stayed in plenty of vacation rentals where you spend the first day buying all the little things you need. Not here. They have thought of EVERYTHING. Every cabinet and drawer seemed to have another pleasant surprise, right down to the smallest details. It made the condo feel like someone's well-loved home instead of just a rental. I also have to mention the huge sliding glass lanai doors. Open the drapes and the whole condo feels like it becomes part of Maui. Close them and the condo is amazingly quiet. We slept great every night. Kihei is the perfect central location, making it easy to explore every part of the island without spending your whole vacation in the car. Matt was wonderful to work with. Communication was easy, he responded quickly, and everything was exactly as described. We would not hesitate to stay here again.

Andrea L.
Island Surf 411
★★★★★ August 2026

What a great place. Right in the heart of Kihei with walking distance access to great restaurants, food trucks, etc. Right across the street from a surfing spot called the Cove. There’s a surfboard rental place just in front of the condo with some of the nicest people to give you your first Surf lesson or if you’re just looking for a board cause you know how to surf already they got you covered. Just down the street is some of the prettiest beaches with easy access to snorkeling.

Ian M.
Island Surf 411
★★★★★ July 2026

Host was very responsive and great property. Would definitely stay here again. Very close to great places to eat! Wish we had more time!

Tim
Island Surf 304
★★★★★ July 2026

We had an amazing stay at this unit! It was super clean and well-maintained, and the location couldn’t be beat. The views of the beach were incredible. we loved being able to see the ocean right from the unit and had breakfast on our lanai almost every am…not to mention the incredible sunsets! Everything about our trip felt easy and relaxing thanks to this spot. Loved having the AC in both the bedroom and Living area! Highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in Kihei!

Lisa P.
Island Surf 603
★★★★★ July 2026

This was a great property! My new husband and I honeymooned here and greatly enjoyed the cleanliness and location! It was perfect for exploring the beautiful island of Maui. So special. We will definitely be coming back!

Lydia and Owen D.

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