It is right on the beach, the views from the balcony and windows are priceless. The Kelia property is a little older but kept up nicely. This condo is nicely decorated, clean, cute, and comfy. Lydia is very responsive and accommodating. We rented a jeep (which we highly recommend if exploring the island) and she gives you a dedicated parking spot! My husband & I had the most amazing vacation in Maui celebrating our anniversary and birthdays. Mahalo
Melanie
April 2025
The property was clean, cozy, with well kept grounds! The unit has all the amenities that you would need and more! The traffic noise is the only deterrent! We appreciated the welcome gift and the basic essentials that were left! Mahalo!
Gina A.
March 2025
We've stayed at Kealia Resort before, but first time in this unit. From the communication with the owners, to the lovely welcome basket, it felt like home. Ocean view, steps from pool and beach. Everyone we met on the property were lovely. We are SO coming back, SOON!
Eric R.
March 2025
Beautiful property on a beautiful beach. Perfect location for watching sunset and central location for both sides of the island. Easy to drive to Hana, Haleakalā and Ka’anapali although you don’t need to leave Kihei to enjoy your stay. The condo has everything you would need from kitchen to beach supplies. Shower and bathroom could use some more cleaning/deep clean but other than that very clean and AC worked perfectly fine (from a previous review). Would stay here again! Kid friendly-ish not kid proofed or suitable for multiple kids (in my opinion) but it is doable just don’t expect it to be safe without constant, direct supervision.
Courtney R.
March 2025
The condo was exactly as described and in a great location, we loved the grassy area right in front of the beach if we didn’t feel like sitting in the sand! Tim had all the essentials for us and was quick to respond if we had any questions- we would definitely stay here again in the future!
Bailey B.
March 2025
March 6-20, 2025. Wonderful condo. Thank you! We enjoyed the beautiful sunsets and the great views of the moon before dawn. (We are still 3 hours ahead due to Daylight Saving Time in Spokane, WA!) We were happy the filtered water from the fridge was good to drink. Loved the beach chairs and the coolers. Thanks for all the amenities!Greg & LorieSpokane, WA.
Lorie B.
March 2025
We were totally pleased with the entire process of booking, checking in, staying, and departure of Lydia's property. The ocean view is spectacular and her condo has a warm, homey feel to it. Our light arrived early and she was even able to get us checked in before the normal time. The full kitchen and washer/dryer were a huge benefit after 10 days on other Hawaiian islands. We definitely can recommend this condo to others looking for Maui accommodations.
Randy B.
March 2025
Overall, a very nice stay! CLEAN, comfortable, and nice view of the ocean. A few hiccups: no hot tub like the listing originally indicated (disappointing!), no washcloths or beach towels, and we had some problems with the doors.Tim was VERY responsive and friendly, and quickly remedied the lack of towels and washcloths. I appreciated his communication. I would stay here again - quiet building, and great value.
Alyssa S.
March 2025
We enjoyed our stay at this apt. We especially appreciated the really nice and helpful gear provided. The snorkeling gear was awesome, the beach chairs and cooler and towels and shopping bags were also super helpful. The travel guide books were super helpful and appreciated. The apt was easy to access and a perfect home base for exploring. It is in a quiet spot, so you have to drive to most restaurants etc.
Marianne G.
March 2025
Overall the condo was fantastic and Lydia was very communicative and responsive. We throughly enjoyed our stay.
Stephanie S.
March 2025
Very good location and accommodation
Guy F.
March 2025
This property is in a great location central to everything in Maui. So close to the airport, south Maui and West Maui and the primary harbor for taking whale watching and other cruises is 10 minutes away. The beach right outside the condo will take you for miles with very few people as there are no hotels, etcsince you are in north Kehei away from all the big hotels and resorts. Your view from the balcony is wonderful and you will have the best seat in the house for beautiful sunsets. There was only one negative for me and that was there is a lot of road noise as a major road is nearby. The waves from the ocean drowns out most of the noise but I am sensitive to road noise. However I would stay here again as Lydia is s wonderful host and very responsive.
Dan S.
March 2025
We love the north end of sugar beach…quiet and awesome beach walking.
March 2025
Very nicely appointed unit. Very clean. Awesome communication. Highly recommend.
Theresa A.
February 2025
We spent a full month living in paradise in this beachfront condo. The stunning view from the lanai was picture perfect! Waking to this ocean view, enjoying time on the beach or at the pool every day, seeing sunsets every evening, and finally being lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves made each and every day beautiful and fulfilling! The condo itself offered everything we needed. It is beautifully decorated, with such a peaceful relaxing vibe. Couldn't have asked for anything better and we would definitely look at doing this again!
Kathy N.
February 2025
Clean, well supplied and beautiful condo.
Angie L.
February 2025
The condo was very nice. The building, pool and beach was very quiet and calm. Residents were very nice. The sun set right in front of the condo. Incredible view each night. The water on this beach is a little muddy for swimming but not a huge deal. The beach was quiet with very few people so walks on the beach were very pleasant.
derek m.
February 2025
Love Maui
Kristi J.
February 2025
Would highly recommend this little gem. Everything about the condo was perfect and the owner was extremely responsive. It’s a perfect place if you want to be in a quiet location. The view was spectacular, we watched the sunset from our lanai and saw several whales. My husband and I can’t wait to book this again next year.
Kristina R.
February 2025
We loved our time at this location, it was exactly as advertised. We enjoyed beautiful sunsets and whale watching from the Lanai. Would definitely book here again.
Tim H.
February 2025
It was great, would come back and stay again!
Barbara H.
February 2025
We really enjoyed our stay at Kealia, especially relaxing on the balcony and watching whales, seals, outriggers, foil surfers etc. We loved walking on the long sandy beach every day too. And the location is perfect to easily get to other parts of Maui
Sara A.
February 2025
Overall, this was a great stay! The view of the ocean from the balcony is wonderful. The only drawback was the highway noise; however this was not as noticeable in the evening after rush-hour and the sounds of the ocean muffle the highway noise. Good location of the condo - close to restaurants and shopping areas; check-in process was easy.
cheryl c.
February 2025
We enjoyed our stay. Good central location for seeing all the sites. The best thing was watching the whales every morning from the lanai.
Brenda S.
February 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:
Great view and wonderful king bed. Very comfortable. Everything we needed in well equipped kitchen and management was great in helping with whatever we needed.
Lenae G.
February 2025
We really enjoyed our stay here in Kihei! The condo was great with a wonderful view. The central location was a benefit. The condo was clean and fully equipped. Couldnt have asked for anything more. We would love to visit again.
Mary K.
February 2025
My wife and I had an excellent time staying here. It was clean, spacious for two, had a lot of misc items we needed for our trip, and was centrally located to many attractions on the island but also quiet and away from the busier parts of Kihei.
Joshua P.
January 2025
First trip to Maui, first Vrbo experience. In house manager was very helpful with initial questions, follow-up questions after booking, and in person once at property. Very glad with our choice and would do everything again (except the crying baby on the return flight home). Mahalo!
Patrick Shane F.
January 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 was an awesome place to stay. We didn't need a big condo for just my daughter and I. We loved how it was close to the ocean and the beautiful beach. We enjoyed sitting in the lawn chairs and enjoying the beautiful sunsets.
Ellen M.
January 2025
Our first two nights in Maui prior to a week with six other adults. Great owner communication, beautiful property, but not walking distance to much except the ABC store.
Diane L.
January 2025
Overall, it was a good stay. The partial ocean view is lovely, and the bed is comfortable. The apartment itself is clean and has everything you need, including a washer/dryer, and plenty of kitchen supplies if you want to cook. I had a few issues with the door locking and this is no fault of the host but we were told not to go in the water because of Portuguese Man-o-wars (mini jellyfish) that were washing all along the shore. It would have been nice to get a heads up about that! I would stay here again. The location is a short walk from a few businesses, and a short drive to the main area of Kihei, and it was affordable enough for the area.
Stephanie M.
January 2025
There is nothing better than walking out your back door, heading across a healthy lawn and landing on a sweet beach that is never crowded. We loved the location, the easy vibe of Kihei, and the well appointed kitchen. We would stay here again.
Lesley A.
January 2025
Steps away from sugar Beach couldn’t be a nicer more convenient and relaxing place to stay
DAWN G.
January 2025
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Sandy and Frank's condo was the perfect place to start our Honeymoon vacation in Hawaii! We didn't want to stay at a resort with so many other people especially around the holidays. This condo was the perfect spot for us! It's in a great location in terms of exploring the West coast and road to Hana and the beach was beautiful! You could go for a nice long walk during sunrise or sunset - it's not too busy especially after visiting the busy Waikiki beach! We enjoyed reading on the beach chairs provided by Frank and Sandy! We were lucky to see a whale swimming by quite close too! My husband and I enjoyed the views and meals we prepared to eat out on the private lanai! It was easy to cook or barbecue there! Other residents/guests in the condo building were also very friendly! We appreciated the thoughtful welcome package from Frank and Sandy with yummy local treats! The hosts explained the check in process very well and we had no issues with checking in. The underground parking was a plus! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Hannah R.
January 2025
I loved that the property was beautiful and close to the ocean.
Ellen
January 2025
This little condo was absolutely perfect for us! We sat on the patio or couch daily and listened to the waves. We did have the A/C on at night to block traffic noises. The location was absolutely fantastic in getting to every thing on the island. The beach front is also fantastic for playing in the ocean or watching the sun set!
Peggy B.
January 2025
Comfortable studio beautiful view and close to everything. Daily walks on the beach and parking spot. Excellent week
Annette C.
January 2025
We so enjoyed our stay in Keihi! The view from the lanai was just as the picture promised for this unit - a beautiful view of the pool, beach and ocean. Beach walking and swimming were amazing. One day we would walk one way and another day the other way. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals for our 2 week stay. The bed was super comfortable. Easy to drive into town to for meals and buy supplies. We would definitely recommend others stay here and when/if we return we would absolutely stay here!
Lorey I.
January 2025
This condo has everything that we needed to make our stay wonderful. Every possible necessity was provided and the welcome basket was a nice touch. The location is ideal, especially if you like quiet and long walks on the beach. We are eagerly awaiting the chance to return.
Shawn K.
December 2024
The location of the place is very good.The beach and the territory of our apartments are very green.Managers are decent and responsive people.Many thanks to them for everything.
Svitlana
December 2024
Exactly the spot we needed. Perfect locstion, sunsets were beautiful. Condo clean, updated and quiet. Host was reaponsive. Will def ataybhere again
Liz T.
December 2024
Small but cozy and quaint. Right on the beach. The host was thoughtful and communicative.
Laura
December 2024
Beach is good but water is not clear.
Property was clean, received welcome package which was very nice.
Good communication for any issues we encountered.
High cleaning fees for such a small property, they should be much less.
Central location allowing you to go anywhere on Maui
Overall still very good property, would recommend
Darren S.
December 2024
Lydia’s place was wonderful. We loved the view, the vacation vibes and lovely apartment, terrific communication with host. Hearing and seeing the crashing waves from the balcony was magical and the location perfect for staying put or venturing out. Mahalo!
Mary H.
December 2024
We are repeat guest at the Kealia Resort, we love it there
Tom B.
December 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:
Great, beach front condo that is well stocked and ready to support a great trip. Unit had beach toys, chairs, bogey boards, and everything we needed. Beach in front of condo was great for snorkeling, bogey boarding, swimming, or just relaxing.
Ryan R.
December 2024
This property is so convenient for everything. Feels like a private beach. Everything the host has listed is spot on!
We love the coziness, listening to the waves crash at night, the wildlife and roosters from the nearby wildlife refuge…
We found this time that we could walk the beach to a farmer’s market, ABC store, and a little further for more things.
Short drive to Maui Aquarium and Tante’s restaurant…and to the heart of Kihei, Kihei Caffe (must have coconut/pineapple/banana/macadamia nut pancakes), and Coconut's for the best island fish tacos.
Thank you, Lydia, for being flexible with check in and so helpful.
Until we stay again…
Marianne S.
November 2024
We loved our stay. Very clean and the sunsets were beautiful.
Ann P.
November 2024
As a longtime visitor to Maui, I always relish he chance to return. I grew up vacationing on Sugar Beach when there were very few condo complexes (Think early '70s). It was good to be back and away from the hustle and bustle. Most mornings, I was the only person on the beach! The beach is perfect for smaller children as the sand is great for building castles and the water is usually very calm. The complex itself is quiet and well situated to go anywhere on the island. This was a solo-recharge trip for me... absolutely the right choice. I'd go back in a heartbeat. Management checked in with me after my arrival and again once I returned home. The condo was well appointed and had everything I needed. 10/10 recommend.
Kathryn S.
November 2024
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My wife and I were looking for a low-key, jumping-off point to reach all parts of Maui for our 6 day stay and this place did not disappoint. We really enjoyed our stay in this little studio. It was very well stocked with all you would need - towels, linens, kitchenware, cleaning supplies, etc. Having beach chairs, a cooler, an umbrella and even a boogie board to throw in the car for our daily jaunts was fantastic. The full sized murphy bed was comfy and while we didn't watch any TV while we were there, it was nice to have the option. We looked forward to breakfasts out on the lanai in the morning while looking over the lawn and watching the water out to the left. And each night walking along the beach after sunset was beautiful.
A few little nitpicks - while the place did not feel dirty, the bathroom and kitchenette windows were a little cruddy and the washer/dryer unit has maybe seen it's day as it was not very effective in cleaning our clothes. Also, the sink disposal unit was not working (we do not use a disposal at home so it was no big deal but instructions on how to use it were provided so we tried and found it not to be working).
If you know what to expect when you arrive here, then you'll be perfectly happy with the accommodations. We were and would stay again the next time we are in Maui.
Thomas L.
November 2024