Kihei Bay Surf, Maui

Kihei Bay Surf is a boutique condo resort located in North Kihei, Hawaii, across the street from the Whale Sanctuary, Kalepolepo Beach, and an ancient Hawaiian fishpond. The resort features 118 studio units, each with a fully equipped kitchen and cable TV. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a large pool, hot tub, tennis court, gas grills, and beautiful Hawaiian gardens. The resort is centrally located to shops, restaurants, and just minutes from the championship golf courses of Wailea and Makena.

Please note that although the complex has a laundry facility, it is currently under renovation through January 2024. During this time, travelers will need to use the coin-operated Lipoa Laundry Center, located 1.3 miles away.

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 792 Guest Reviews


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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 Kihei Bay Surf condo resort on Maui receives generally positive reviews from guests. Many appreciate its convenient location directly across from the beach, making it easy to enjoy the ocean and the turtle sanctuary nearby. Guests find the condos clean, well-equipped, and comfortable, with some highlighting the welcoming touches like a basket of goodies upon arrival. The resort's amenities, such as the pool and hot tub, are appreciated, though some guests note that the hot tub could be warmer and the laundry facilities need repair.

While most reviews are positive, there are a few areas of concern. Some guests mention issues with specific units, such as uncomfortable furniture, outdated decor, and minor maintenance problems like broken beach equipment or issues with air conditioning. A few guests also note that certain condos could benefit from updates or more thorough cleaning in specific areas.

Despite these minor criticisms, the overall sentiment is that Kihei Bay Surf offers a great value, with many guests expressing a desire to return. The resort's location, combined with the amenities and the comfort of the condos, makes it a popular choice for travelers looking for a pleasant and convenient stay on Maui. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 792 guest reviews.

Recent Kihei Bay Surf Reviews


This property has all the amenities Kitchen has everything from light cooking to a full meal. Also has everything you need to spend a day at the beach. The beach chairs, waves board are very handy.
Connie Winslow
June 2024

Good communication with owner. Condo had everything we needed.
Sylvia J.
June 2024

I’ll start with the positives about this studio condo stay… its location across from North Kihei beaches is the best thing about this stay. The condo is clean and includes the basic beach outing (chairs, umbrella, towels, cooler) and cooking supplies (kitchen and outdoor grilling). It has cable TV and good WiFi service. There is an onsite laundry facility, bbq grills, pool, tennis court. The negatives are… the room AC unit does not work and the small fan provided is noisy. If you leave the balcony door open, the street noise directly in front of the condo is loud all day/night long. The ceiling fan works, but does not cool entire room well enough. I left the front door and balcony door open when temperature inside became unbearable - for better cross flow. I directed box fan at bed to stay cool at night. This side of beach has high winds daily after 4pm, so beach sand is constantly blowing into condo from open balcony door. I managed to enjoy my stay, but would not have rented this condo if I had known that the AC unit did not work at all and I’d have to leave front and balcony doors open to stay cool. The front door does have a lockable iron gate on it. In summary, if you are fine with knowing these derails, this condo rental is a good value.
Patty Q.
June 2024

Loved this condo! It had everything we needed and location was perfect! Host was amazing and communication so easy!!! Definitely would stay again!!!
Andrea L.
June 2024

Roger and Olive's property was the perfect stay in Maui. It was the first time in Maui for my partner and I. Communication was super smooth, even when I had questions. Directions were clear. The place was immaculate and the available towels/gear was a lifesaver. The kitchen had everything you could ever need. The shower had amazing water pressure and the bed was very comfortable. All in all, I would highly recommend to stay here and would love to stay here again.
Eugenie K.
June 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: Cute clean small studio. It has a bed and a sofa that can turn into a bed. The kitchen has a stove/oven and microwave and a fridge. It had plenty of pots and pans and dishes that we would need. The building has tennis courts, swimming pool and hot tub, and a laundry room. Location is amazing. Right across from the beach. Near many awesome restaurants. Close to many different attractions. 30 mins to Road to Hana, mins from other beaches and hikes, 15 mins to the marina and aquarium, 45 mins from zip lining. Great location!! If we come back, we would totally stay here again.
Kara J.
June 2024

Condo is very clean and in great location for beach walks, turtle sightings and just about anything you want to do on beautiful Maui. Very well equipped, pay-it-forward cabinet goodies, and very attentive host Kevin who will answer any question within minutes! I will stay again! Mahalo Kevin for a wonderful, relaxing, worry-free stay. Jacquie
Jacquie B.
June 2024

This was a great find and a perfect spot! Loved that there was beach and snorkeling gear there too! Hosts were easy to reach and communication was great.
Cami B.
June 2024

Great property. Highly recommend!!
Shannon F.
June 2024

Place was perfect; location/size/cleanliness…hot tub/pool across street from water, what more could you ask?? :-)
mimi k.
June 2024

Unable to get into unit. Unable to contact host. Neighbor assisted with a contact person so I could use a different unit.
Ronald H.
June 2024

We enjoyed our stay and the place was perfect. However, we did run into some parking issues. The first 2 nights we were able to park in front of the unit. The rest of the time we were pushed out by visitors to other tenants. I believe assigned parking would make a big difference in making sure others don’t experience the same thing. Thank you for your time and we look forward to coming back soon. 😎
Steven A.
June 2024

This property was great for us! Excellent location. Right across the street from the beach. Laundry on site. Clean and comfortable! Would definitely recommend staying here and would stay again myself.
Megan P.
May 2024

The condo in which we stayed was well worth the money. Everything was excellent except for two small details: The air-conditioning was barely sufficient during the daylight hours although adequate at night. Also, the lighting in the main room (a combination living room and bedroom) was very insufficient: The lights in the ceiling fans didn't work. The only lights in the room were two simple desk lamps, one at each end of the room, making for a very dim room after the sun set.

May 2024

Had everything we needed and more. Walking sticks for hiking would be nice, but not big deal. Could not find laundry
Steven G.
May 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: This was as perfect a stay as we could imagine. It was absolutely the best location for visiting ALL of the island - just minutes from the main intersection. The condo was fabulous- clean, well maintained, great decor, well stocked, very comfortable bed and all the beach toys and ice chests you would need. We would rate it 5 stars and gladly come back again
Vic A.
May 2024

Great location and amenities. Will be back in the future!
Taylor P.
May 2024

Wonderful condo in N. Kihei. Easy parking, great pool and hot tub, directly across from the beach, dirty on arrival but many cleaning supplies available.
Bradley J.
May 2024

Amazing spot!
Jacqui
May 2024

I love, love this place. From the moment you walk in, you feel at home. My favorite is the " pay it forward" cabinet in the kitchen. Kevin, you really set yourself apart from other hosts. Thank you for preserving our island spirit of giving, kindness and love. Thank you
Maletina H.
May 2024

Quiet and clean and reserving the condo unit was hassle free.
Larry K.
May 2024

Great location. Excellent host. Very quiet condo. Condo could have been cleaner but overall I’m happy with my experience there
Je'Maury
May 2024

Patrick’s place was a spot for my wife and I on our honeymoon trip. The condo is centrally located in the island, and was an easy drive to all the great hikes and beaches in south and west Maui. Also set us up great for an early start on the Road to Hana. Check in process and check out process we’re both very easy. The condo was very cozy and comfortable for the two of us, and the A/C cooled the the condo off quickly after hot days hiking and snorkeling. Patrick was very accommodating and easy to communicate with whenever we needed to reach him. 10/10 recommend staying here.
Grant P.
May 2024

We just needed a quick cheap stay for our two day island hop. It was in a safe neighborhood that was close to shops, restaurants and the beach plus free parking. The hot tub is a great plus! On the downsides the bathroom smelled and the tub drained very slow when taking a shower. The shower head couldn’t be moved and the water pressure was poor. We wanted to use the provided cooler but when we went to put our items in it stinked horribly so we just went and bought our own cooler bag. Lastly, the floors were very dirty we had to walk around with socks on since we entered the property. We don’t walk past the door with our shoes even at home so this was very disappointing. Great location and stay for a very short trip if you only need a bed to sleep.
Shelby T.
May 2024

we had a pleasant stay in this apartment. Clean and very well equipped, when we arrived there were dishes from the previous tenants which had remained in the dishwasher which we had to put away! the sofa can be converted into a bed and is sufficient for a child but not very comfortable for an adult. The owner is very friendly and quickly resolved the problem of missing keys to access the swimming pool.
Sébastien A.
May 2024

This is a nice property for a couple however footsteps from upstairs will wake you up.
Andrew W.
May 2024

The unit was very nice, well-furnished, and spotless, which made it easier to relax in the evenings. Hallie was easy to reach by phone/text. Snacks and beach equipment (chairs, umbrella, snorkeling gear, towels, boogie board) were provided. No issues with parking, even though it’s unassigned.
John S.
May 2024

Great location. Close to beach and restaurants. This place is quiet as well.
Kainalu B.
May 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: Quiet, clean and comfortable.
William C.
May 2024

This property is in the best location - easy drive to Haleakala mountain and to Lahaina as well as Wailea. Surrounded by many great restaurants and a great beach with turtles! Overall, the property is simple but perfect for a family who is looking for a place to sleep while they are out all day.
Rubina T.
May 2024

The location is perfect, the beach right across the street has a turtle cove so the waves are calm. Beach chairs available in the unit and the pool was a nice feature! Quiet neighborhood and lots of things to do in the area!
Brenda B.
May 2024

Great location in Kihei. Across the street from the beach and minutes from downtown. Quiet complex with friendly neighbors and plenty of parking. Fully stocked with beach towels, chairs and even a cooler with ice packs. Perfect for anyone who is looking for a affordable space to stay at while exploring Maui.
Rachel F.
May 2024

I have no complaints. Everything was perfect for my stay in Maui. The location was close to many beaches & all the amenities I needed.
Shelly
May 2024

Lovely little place perfect for our family vacation. Very central to everything with a beach and fish pond right across the street. The owner was easy to reach if we needed anything and communication was stellar! We were surprised at all that was there when we arrived, such as stocked items in the freezer and cupboards paid forward by previous guests and playing cards and books in the drawer when you have some downtime. Absolutely all you need and more for a very good price!
Alison S.
May 2024

It was great!
Lana L.
April 2024

Cute, affordable room in Kihei. Clean room across from a small beach. Our toddler enjoy spending time in the pool between activities. We really enjoyed our stay!
Derek P.
April 2024

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: This was a nice little condo on the sunny side of the island. It has all the basics, like dishware and cutlery, cooking utensils, old school coffee maker, microwave, dishwasher, rangetop/oven, TV, and nice renovated shower. The deck is cute too, with a small table and 2 chairs as pictured. Pros: cozy, less crowded location, beach just across the street, has the essentials, clean. Cons: Can be loud with traffic right outside on S Kihei Rd., ants, shops and well known beaches are 1-3+ miles away if that's what you want, and no direct view of the ocean.
A guest from Portland, Oregon
April 2024

Great little place to stay, everything we needed for a wonderful week in Maui. the owners have thought about everything!
Tricia
April 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: We really enjoyed the place. It was in prime location to what we were looking for. Room was peaceful
Jana T.
April 2024

I had a lot of fun staying there, it's close to the beach and in a great location that has access to tons bars and food within a mile or two. I met some really great people at the condo and made a bunch of friends. If you have any issues the managers are friendly and helpful. Overall it's definitely what I needed for a vacation.
aaron f.
April 2024

The place was perfect, and it was in a good location for most parts. Nice area right by the beaches and friendly people. Enjoyed our stay, beds are comfy I stayed on a pull out couch and it was very comfy compared to others I’ve slept on. Emailed owner a couple time and responded promptly. I’d come back here again just in a different room. A lot of road traffic where I was but I got used of it.
Heidi D.
April 2024

Everything fine.
Holger M.
April 2024

Clean and nicely appointed condo. Wonderful bed!!
Donald S.
April 2024

This condo had a great location, comfortable king sized bed and all the basics. The only drawback was that it was a little worn and pillows were not comfortable. Great value.
Nancy S.
April 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: In real estate we all say location location location. That is true for the Kihei Bay surf condo.I stayed in. I had a studio unit, It was close to everything, Across the street from the humpback whale sanctuary, I really couldn't ask for anything more
Michele W.
April 2024

Being a downstairs condo with an active young child above was the cause of the noise. The bathroom was dirty, the shower was broken, there was hair in the drain.
Barbara
April 2024

It was a quick overnight stay. The place was perfect for us for one night but there were household pests in the unit and did not realize it until the morning.
Oui Maui G.
April 2024

The unit was clean upon arrival and stocked with the basics you’d expect in a hotel along with paper towels and garbage bags. They also provided with two beach chairs, a water cooler, and narrow cooler (though it had a broken handle). Pros for the location are being able to walk across the road for a beach sunset and it’s a pretty easy drive to most locations. The con is its proximity to a main road does mean there’s road noise when going to sleep. (We knew this before booking and came prepared with ear plugs. Most nights the noise was minimal enough that I didn’t bother with my earplugs.) I didn’t expect to use their pool, but we found ourselves there when the wind started blowing the sand around too much at the beach one afternoon. Overall we were happy with our stay considering our budget for lodging on Maui.
Jessica L.
April 2024

Our stay in Kihei was fantastic at the bay surf. The bathroom, kitchen, and living/bedroom were all great! The location in kihei is convenient because you’re closer to the north side where you will likely be driving anyways for activities. My only “complaints” would be that our room was a little close to the road so there was some road noise, and there were some bugs in the kitchen that we noticed when we checked in. They seemed to be gone after 3-4 days but we definitely couldn’t have any food or crumbs out. Really couldn’t ask for a much better place to stay otherwise!
Samuel W.
April 2024

Loved sea turtles and swimming just across street and central location to drive to island attractions. Only down side is busy street location that was noisy on balcony
Tim R.
April 2024


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