Island Surf, Maui

Island Surf Condo Resort in Hawaii offers a central location with easy access to shopping, restaurants, beaches, and various water sports. The resort is situated across the street from Kalama Park, which features playgrounds, roller hockey, volleyball, surfing, stand-up paddleboarding, and kayaking. The Island Surf building houses numerous businesses, including bicycle rentals, spa treatments, scuba diving bookings, surfboard rentals, and dining options.

Guests can enjoy the resort's pool and BBQ area on the second floor, both with ocean views. The first floor of the complex offers additional amenities such as a dive shop, bike shop, gym, and various rental services. The resort is also conveniently located for day trips to popular destinations like Haleakala, Hana, Lahaina, and Wailea. Island Surf is a non-smoking complex, providing a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all guests.

    Island Surf Quick Facts:


  • Address: 1993 S Kihei Rd,Kihei, HI 96753
  • Property Size: ~1.0 acres (83 units)
  • Reviews: 4.78 / 5.0 (from 1210 reviews)
  • Average Price: $323/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Island Surf Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Island Surf

Island Surf Average Rates


As of September 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Island Surf is $323. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $492. 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 Island Surf Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 849 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.

Island Surf draws rave reviews for its unbeatable, walkable location in the heart of Kihei. The condos sit right across from Kalama Park and Cove Beach, so guests sip morning coffee while watching surf lessons, volleyball, and sunsets over the ocean; many even spot whales from their lanais in season. Food is a standout convenience: South Maui Gardens’ food trucks, cafes, and the Foodland grocery are a short stroll, with plenty of restaurants and bars nearby. Parking is easy, elevators are handy, and the spot makes a great base for exploring beaches in Kihei/Wailea and day trips around the island.

Inside, most units are described as clean, comfortable, and impressively well stocked—think full kitchens, quality cookware, spices, beach chairs/umbrellas, boogie boards and snorkel gear, coolers, laundry in-unit, and thoughtful extras. Many hosts earn praise for clear communication and quick responses. Views and breezes are a big part of the experience, and several renovated units add quieter split A/C and upgraded, sound-reducing sliders; the pool and BBQ area are a useful bonus.

Common caveats: this is an older, lively, in-town building on S. Kihei Road, so daytime street/park noise (plus the occasional rooster) is normal, though it’s much quieter with doors closed and at night. Periodic construction/structural work has caused daytime noise for some stays. Comfort details vary by unit—some A/Cs have timers or are weaker/noisier, a few units felt dated, and occasional cleanliness or pest hiccups were reported but not a consistent theme. The beach directly across can be small/rocky; most guests walk a few minutes to the swimmier Kamaole beaches. If you’re after a resort feel, this isn’t it—but for a well-equipped condo with stellar views, strong host support, and top-tier walkability, Island Surf is a repeat favorite.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 849 reviews

Recent Island Surf Reviews


We had a great time. Unit was clean great view an area.
Doug K.
May 2026

We had a great stay. The location is close to many restaurants and an amazing beach where we snorkeled.
Linda K.
May 2026

This is a wonderful option for a vacation in Maui! The location is perfect- the beach and a surfing spot are nearby, which was important for us🤙🏼 Inside, there is absolutely everything needed for comfort, and everything is clean. I definitely recommend this place🙌🏼
Nata I.
May 2026

Very nice place and superb location. We really enjoyed our stay.
Kristina B.
May 2026

This host has thought of everything! The kitchen and bathroom had everything you could need. The balconies were fantastic with great views on both sides. We especially loved the walking distance to shops, restaurants and beaches. And the AC, washer and dryer were all top notch! We would love to come back to stay again next year. Thanks for sharing you great apt with us!
Stephanie W.
May 2026

This comfortable condo has beautiful views and everything you need to enjoy your time in Maui. The location is perfect for surfing, walking, shopping and eating. Definitely a great stay and look forward to coming again!
Dawn C.
May 2026

Great cozy and clean place perfect for a couple! Beautiful views and very conveniently located. The owner was excellent with communication and made our stay very welcoming. Sad we are leaving today but hope to be back 10/10 would recommend
Sarah S.
May 2026

A beautiful space in a great location, we highly recommend it!
Rohith P.
May 2026

Wonderful spot close to the action.
David C.
May 2026

Loved the location. Clean
Roberta R.
May 2026

Great room, great location. It is small but just as described. Park across the street makes a great breakfast/coffee start to the day. The park has lots of action and nice trails to walk. If all you need is a place to sleep, this works great. I’d go back!
Trent J.
May 2026

We loved our stay in Kihei. The condominium was as advertised. Clean, comfortable and we loved the location. Early morning snorkeling at Kam 1 was a great way to start the day. Easy access to the Wailea beaches. Sitting on balcony watching the surfers getting started in the morning. Food trucks had good Thai food. Just a great combination of activities and relaxing on the fabulous beaches. Get out early and beat the wind. Great beds and extremely quiet especially when the balcony door is closed. We plan on returning.
joe m.
May 2026

Very easy communication with host. Very nice, comfortable, clean, well maintained unit. Enjoyed balcony. Easy parking and walking north and south.
Kathy B.
April 2026

Great spot! Fun view of the ocean and activities in the park. Great air conditioning with quiet ac units in bedroom AND living room. Well stocked kitchen and washer dryer. The pool is heated and never crowded. For some reason the pool area fence has privacy slats which block what would otherwise be a beautiful ocean view from the second floor pool location. The kitchen does not have any overhead lighting which makes it very dark- hopefully this will be fixed. Bed is comfy and bathroom is solid. Love the food trucks nearby!!
David D.
April 2026

Everything was wonderful!
Peter L.
April 2026

Great communication and support from host from start to finish
Lily W.
April 2026

The home was clean, cozy and I got great rest here while traveling the island. A/C works great, and the host does a great job providing so many small touches to make the space feel homey. Location is also amazing, being so close to so many food locations and right across from the beach!
Alyssa P.
April 2026

Matt truly made us feel right at home during our stay. The check-in and check-out process was a breeze, and communication with him was always prompt. I would absolutely love to stay here again in the future. The balcony offered a beautiful view of the beach, and the location was conveniently close to everything within walking distance.
Atheena I.
April 2026

This was is a beautiful, well-maintained place to stay! The window views are amazing! The beach, dining, and shopping are all within walking distance! I would highly recommend this condo!
Wendy S.
April 2026

Clean, host was friendly and helpful, had everything we needed.
Cassandra L.
April 2026

Fantastic place to stay in Kihei. Very clean and had everything we needed. The location was great for walking around to local shops and restaurants. The views from the condo were incredible at sunset.
Ryan S.
March 2026

We had a wonderful stay! The condo was very nice and met all our needs.
Susan W.
March 2026

Top floor. Beautiful view. No better value for your money.
Darryl S.
March 2026

Very comfortable apartment with lots of extras, amenities and an excellent ocean view balcony, in a great location across the street from a nice beach and park, with a terrific variety of food options in walking distance. Would definitely stay here again!
Ryan F.
March 2026

We stayed at this very clean Kīhei condo from 03/06/2026–03/16/2026 (extended one extra night), and it was exactly what we needed for a smooth, family-friendly Maui stay.The location is unbeatable- walking distance to beaches, restaurants, shops, and a grocery store, with a convenient corner store right below. South Maui Gardens is right behind the parking lot and such a charming bonus spot to explore.The condo itself had all the little things that make a big difference- fully stocked with handy essentials, beach gear ready to go, in-unit laundry, dishwasher, and A/C (huge win). Our kids absolutely loved the pool, which is just two floors below the lanai.We experienced a Kona storm during our stay and briefly lost power from the afternoon of 03/13 to the afternoon of 03/14, but it was restored and out of the host’s control. Speaking of the host- super responsive and accommodating, especially when we needed to extend our stay last minute due to weather changes. (Thankful it’s not a first floor unit- yes there’s an elevator!)As animal lovers, we also loved seeing the community cats (fully vetted & well cared for!) and the wild chickens around- fun and uniquely Maui, not bothersome at all (just peek under your car before driving off!).We especially enjoyed relaxing on the lanai- great for sunsets and a little storm (and people) watching.Overall, 100% recommend. We would absolutely stay here again (2 adults 2 kids).
Heather B.
March 2026

This condo was perfect for our 8 night stay. You can’t beat the view from the lanai. The kitchen was fully stocked. The location is amazing for walking or driving to many restaurants and shops nearby. Plenty of free parking in the lot behind the building. I especially wanted to mention how helpful the host (Ligia) was. We were there during a big statewide storm. Ligia communicated with us many times to make sure we felt comfortable. Including telling us where a lantern and light were located in case of power loss. And then again after the storm to make sure we and the condo were ok. We’d for sure stay here on our next Maui trip.
Wendy B.
March 2026

Very quick responses with any questions that were had. When a problem was mentioned they quickly resolved it. Overall great experience!
Jazmin R.
March 2026

My main reason for traveling to Kihei was to observe the humpback whale migration and the ocean view from this unit was exceptional!!! There were days that I watched six separate whale groups in the ocean from the lanai! The unit was the perfect size for 2 travelers, very clean, and very easy to get around Kihei without a rental car. The owner was very easy to reach and responsive. I reached out via VRBO message early in our stay just to let her know the toaster wasn't working and that same day a brand new toaster was at our door. Excellent rental in all ways and I can't wait to return next whale season!
Carli Y.
March 2026

The location is desirable. You are looking out at the ocean from the living room and lanai. There are some nice local shops and we enjoying the Happy Hour and food at Threes. We enjoyed the ocean walk path in the morning.
Patty F.
March 2026

We very much enjoyed our stay.Check in was a breeze, the beds were comfortable, the water pressure was great. I also felt that the photos didn't quite do it justice. The lanai was a wonderful place to spend time, and the walkability of this location couldn't have been any better. I appreciated that there were condiments and Tupperware that we didn't have to buy, and there were little things like the soft close cabinets and toilet seat that sometimes we can take for granted. It was clean and it felt like we were staying with family. Thanks for the great experience! Obviously, i would highly recommend.
Tony V.
March 2026

What an absolutely amazing place !! Everything you could possibly need for a stay in paradise is here ! Very clean, great mattress, fully stocked kitchen and the list could go on and on. The owner was so nice, checked on us during our stay because of a massive storm that came through. So close to our favorite restaurants. I highly recommend this unit !!
Nellie B.
March 2026

Totally satisfied with everything
Edward W.
March 2026

Ocean view was as advertised. But you get also the street noise. The room number 612 was difficult to identify and the screen door opened by rotating the handle up not down. But this was quickly resolved. The outside of the building could handle a makeover but the appartment was flawless. We did not use the AC because the appartment stayed cool enough during the day.
Dieter K.
March 2026

Very nice clean place with great view of the ocean. Lots of extras provided like beach towels, beach chairs, umbrellas and snorkeling equipment. Kitchen was well stocked and communication with host was excellent.
Debbie C.
March 2026

This is the most well outfitted condo we have ever stayed at. They literally have everything you need for your time in Maui! The condo is beautiful and in a great location. I wish we never had to leave!! Mahalo Zach and Olivia
Zach S.
March 2026

The unit was great! We appreciated the little extras that were included: lots of beach gear, binoculars, and kitchen staples.
Daniel H.
March 2026

We really enjoyed our stay. Location was very handy. The condo felt safe and family friendly. We had all the things we needed.
Maria G.
February 2026

We've stayed this condo many times and already have next year booked. Love the location especially view from the lania and huge glass slider door aka window giving view of palms and the ocean all the time. Fun to watch volley ballers across the street in the park. Well apportioned kitchen with about everything you could ask for including decent knives, a big plus in my world. Steve and Vicki are great hosts.
Mike M.
February 2026

Location was great for shopping and restaurants! The condo was very clean and upgrades were fabulous! Being on a busy street the noise was minimal!
Tracey P.
February 2026

The condo was great- amazing location across from a park with playground; plenty of great food options around, including a huge food truck park out back; grocery store just down the street; and great as a home base to go really anywhere on the island (we did day trips to Ka'anapali, Road to Hana, Haleakala, and Ma'alaea for whale watches).The place was set up perfectly for our family of 4. The condo sits directly on a busy street, and there was definitely noise at night, but it tended to quiet down by 10pm. It would be great to leave the sliders open at night, but that's not really realistic here- the combination of sliders closed and AC/fans on kept the noise at bay so we could sleep. During the day it is set up perfectly to get a nice breeze going through, as the entrance into the condo has a screen door.The condo was well-stocked with supplies for both road trips and beach days.Patty responded quickly to any questions we had, both before and during our stay.
Michael W.
February 2026

The unit was very nice with lots of extras to make it a comfortable stay (beach gear and toys, full equipped kitchen, welcome snacks). Location is also great! ACs and ceiling fans also made it comfortable and helped with some of the nighttime street background noise. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks!
Patty C.
February 2026

The host was very welcoming and insured all of our needs were met. The unit included everything we could have asked for!
Pam R.
February 2026

The condo was great. In a perfect location. The amenities were perfect from the dishes to silverware. Very comfortable place to stay. I would definitely book here again.
Shannon T.
February 2026

My friends and I loved our stay at this beautiful condo - it had everything we needed, and then some! Perfect location, wonderful amenities, and super clean and thoughtful touches! Nicki & Shane were excellent hosts - very communicative and super helpful that made the whole stay easy and so enjoyable! Would definitely stay here again.
Yvonne Y.
February 2026

Everything went smooth from check-in to the late check-out option. Thanks for the hospitality ... we would come back for sure!
Craig L.
February 2026

This is a rental that cannot be beat! Not only is the condo spacious, well-equipped, and has one of the most amazing ocean views, but also the location is close walking distance to the grocery store, coffee shop and restaurants galore. There are four in our party and every single one of us would book this place again in a heartbeat. Thanks, Pam and Andrea!
Toni A.
February 2026

The place was very well stocked with everything from kitchen items to a closet full of beach necessities. The unit was quiet and the views went on for ever.
michael s.
February 2026

The host was great. Welcomed us and if we needed anything to reach out. The place was as described.
John H.
February 2026

All contact with the Host and Manager were great. Very clear instructions and prompt responses to queries. Condo is nice and well maintained. Beautiful view (including whale watching right from the balcony!) and convenient to South Maui Gardens, Kehei Kalama Village, and much more.
Rob H.
February 2026

Great location. Loved watching surfers and whales.
Jennifer H.
February 2026


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