Kihei Garden Estates, Maui

Kihei Garden Estates is a quiet, well-maintained condo resort located across the street from Waiohuli Beach in central Kihei, Hawaii. The resort features lush tropical gardens with palm trees, plumeria, mango, and coconut trees, creating a relaxing atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a custom-tiled pool, heated during colder months, an oversized hot tub, and a full outdoor kitchen with gas BBQ grills in the pavilion area. The complex is within walking distance to various amenities, including a supermarket, restaurants, shopping centers, tennis courts, banks, and a post office.

The resort offers a family-friendly environment and is conveniently located near some of Kihei's best dining and shopping options. The beautiful white sand beach is just a short walk away, making it easy for guests to enjoy water sports or leisurely strolls along the shore. Coin-operated laundry facilities are available on-site, and there are no parking fees. With its central location and tranquil setting, Kihei Garden Estates is an ideal choice for vacationers seeking a peaceful retreat close to various attractions and conveniences.

    Kihei Garden Estates Quick Facts:


  • Address: 1299 Uluniu Rd,Kihei, HI 96753
  • Property Size: ~2.9 acres (84 units)
  • Reviews: 4.77 / 5.0 (from 1215 reviews)
  • Average Price: $252/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Kihei Garden Estates Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Kihei Garden Estates

Kihei Garden Estates Average Rates


As of May 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kihei Garden Estates is $252. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $329. 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 Kihei Garden Estates Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 938 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.

Travelers consistently praise Kihei Garden Estates for its easy, low‑key Maui vibe and superb convenience. The complex sits a short walk from a quiet beach (great for sunsets and frequent turtle sightings), with a grocery store, coffee, food trucks, and restaurants just around the corner. Grounds are lush and well kept, with a relaxing pool, hot tub, and a popular covered BBQ/outdoor kitchen area. Many condos are thoughtfully stocked with beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, coolers, and full kitchens, making it an excellent value and a practical base for families and longer stays. Hosts and managers are generally responsive and helpful.

Guests say staying here feels residential and peaceful rather than resorty. Mornings on the lanai, evenings strolling to the beach, and uncrowded pool time are common highlights. The location in Kihei is central for exploring the island and close to Wailea’s beaches; parking is easy, and on‑site coin laundry is handy. Several units are updated and very clean, with comfortable beds and effective AC in living areas; the complex community and even the mango trees add a friendly, homey touch.

A few caveats reflect the condo nature of the property. Quality varies by unit: some are older or show wear, and occasional housekeeping or maintenance hiccups pop up. AC is often limited to the living room or on timers, so lofts/bedrooms can run warm; laundry is typically coin‑op, not in‑unit. The nearest beach is lovely for walks, sunsets, and turtles but can be shallow/rocky for swimming—many guests drive a few minutes to Kamaole or Wailea beaches. Several reviews note a visible unhoused presence around the perimeter/near the beach; most felt safe, but some were uncomfortable after dark. If you want polished, oceanfront luxury, look elsewhere; for a well‑priced, well‑located, family‑friendly home base, this is a winner.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 938 reviews

Recent Kihei Garden Estates Reviews


Great location for all things we wanted to do
Josh J.
January 2026

Everything is comfortable except the bed is small and too soft
Ping H.
January 2026

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: From the last minute rental to location and amenities within the room we highly recommend this rental!!! Loved that it had beach towels and chairs !!!
Israel O.
January 2026

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: Comfortable, quiet, centrally located escape. 2 minute walk and you are on the beach.
Jacob H.
January 2026

Loved it here! Would definitely stay here again if I ever make it back to Maui.
Jessica B.
January 2026

The accommodations were clean and roomy. Great location between the Times supermarket, the swimming pool and the beach! Mostly quiet although the plumbing is a little noisy.
Matthew
January 2026

We were very excited about the unit!!! It was prefect!! Really appreciate everything thing!! Thank you so much Krista for getting in touch with me! Looking forward to next year!!
Patricia R.
January 2026

We had a wonderful stay and really appreciated the location and amenities. The stocked beach supplies and the closet were a major plus for the kids and we had everything we needed in the kitchen. Hosts were also great communicators. We had such a lovely vacation and would love to return one day!
Devi R.
January 2026

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: A friend and I enjoyed this condo for our week's visit. Half a block from the beach, a block from a grocery store, coffee house, and several restaurants. It's located at the north edge of Kihei but outside the most congested parts. Condo was airy, spacious, clean, and comfortable. Definitely would stay here again. A good value.
Susan G.
January 2026

The kitchen was great had lots of stuff for cooking.
Juliet L.
January 2026

The condo was well equipped and spacious. We loved the location to everything you need in Kihei. We walked to the beach (about 100 yards away) every morning - it was perfect. This is a very great place to call home while on Maui.
Jessie S.
January 2026

This is a very nice apartment that is well located. The pool area is nice and several lovely beaches - including a few lifeguarded ones - are within a few minutes drive. The apartment itself is well appointed with plenty of good cooking equipment. The books, beach toys, and boogie board were all very much appreciated.
Scott S.
January 2026

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a very functional vacation rental. From the pictures the place looks like its been renovated, however there are some things that are in disrepair and rusted. The fridge is really old and the shower does not work well the controls and door are rusty this is hidden by the shower curtain in the picture. The complex is very close to the beach which is great, but there are unhoused people that hang out at the church next door. None of this posed a problem, but I would have not minded to know that information beforehand. The laundry while not in the unit was clean and we didn't have a problem getting a washer or dryer. It was nice to have a rental as opposed to a hotel, but next time we would try a different unit in this complex.
Avneet W.
January 2026

It was wonderful! It was beautiful, had everything you can possibly need, and was very clean.
Curtis O.
January 2026

Comfortable stay with good beach chairs and coolers included. Easy walking access to beach and functioning AC in every room which was important to us. Plenty of towels were provided for a family of 4 over 5 days to use. Only minor note is there was only a tiny travel set of shampoo and soap which wasn’t enough for the number of occupants and length of stay, but there is a grocery store nearby where you can get basics.
Nayeon K.
January 2026

Here is the conversation. Hi, Host, we found live roaches in the bathroom, this is unacceptable, we request a refund. Hello Hai, Thank you for bringing your concern to our attention. I want to reassure you that we do not have a roach problem at the condo. As part of regular maintenance, professional pest control management services the entire property, including all units, quarterly to mitigate and prevent pest issues. This is a standard on the island and a proactive measure taken to ensure the comfort of all guests. That said, Maui is a tropical island, and despite regular treatments and preventative care, it is possible for an occasional insect to enter a unit, particularly through doors, drains, or open windows. We do care about our guests’ experience and regret any inconvenience this caused. However, as there is no pest problem with the unit and regular pest control is in place, we are unable to offer a refund. Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate you letting us know so we can continue to monitor and maintain the property. Thank you, Denise
Caixia
January 2026

The condo unit was perfectly located close steps from the ocean , plazas , and many other beach options. The condo itself was excellently equipped, having everything you needed for a stay, dishes , beach chairs , coolers , you name it had it. The condo was clean, beautifully renovated and cozy. The condo went beyond our expectations. You can tell the owners put a lot of love and effort into the condo. It felt like I was home but my home was moved to paradise. My family really enjoyed our stay. I would be honored to be able to stay here again in the future.
Joshua O.
December 2025

We loved the location - away from the hustle and bustle of the more touristy areas of the island, less than a block away from the beach for sunset and daily walks. The unit was as pictured - clean, well organized, and provided the amenities as noted. Would definitely stay again on our next visit to the island!
Stephanie W.
December 2025

Great place to stay, clean, can see the ocean from the balcony. Cant ask for anything more.
Surf T.
December 2025

This was the perfect spot! They had everything stocked you could need for a great stay! The location is perfect, in the heart of Kihei and right at the beach! The team was very responsive and helped make a it a great stay. Mahalo!
JennieLynn T.
December 2025

Place was awesome !
Juan R.
December 2025

The unit was very clean but dated. Some basic items were missing such as no teaspoons, no salad bowl or servers, only 2 placemats, and no cleaning supplies. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub, and the grounds are beautifully kept.
Linda F.
December 2025

Clean, easy to find, close to shopping and beach. Very satisfied with our stay.
Jaylene R.
November 2025

I have stayed at Kīhei Garden Estates several times and this was one of my favourite units. It was modern, clean and the property manager offered excellent communication. I highly recommend!!!
C M.
November 2025

Awesome place, good AC, clean, lots of towels. Very comfy and nice. The pool and hot tub were nice although the pool wasn’t really heated, but hot tub was nice.
Tanya J.
November 2025

Excellent
Gregory S.
November 2025

Good communication. The place was stocked well and quiet. It was surprising it was so quiet since there are quite a few units in the area. Nice proximity to the beach.
Heather B.
November 2025

Our family of four enjoyed all aspects of the condo and the complex. The condo was clean with everything you need for the beach, including a life vest for our 9 year old daughter and snorkel gear. We didn’t realize all that was available so we brought our own, save yourself a suitcase and use theirs! We love being on ground level with easy access to the pool and beach. Every time we’ve come to Maui we’ve stayed in the condo complexes that surround Kihei Garden Estates so we were familiar with the area and knew the beach was so close and a super short walk. Even though there are a lot of homeless people in the area we felt safe walking around. Times grocery is directly behind the condo and there are a lot of great restaurants within walking distance. Check out Nalu’s - so good!The pool and hot tub are great as well, good size, quiet and fun for the kids. The complex is safe and we felt safe leaving stuff on the lanai to dry overnight. We also loved the mango tree right outside and the monkey pod trees and palm trees right outside, great for listening to the birds as the sun comes up. We’ve stayed at the beachside condos across the Streep but honestly, we enjoyed this one the most. We will definitely try and reserve this condo again when we come back. Mahalo!!
Kimberly K.
November 2025

Large full kitchen, ground floor patio only steps from pool with hot tub right in the middle of the western Mauai coast.What else do you need?
itomba
October 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: Host was very accommodating and easy to communicate with. Very quiet area which was awesome. The pool and jacuzzi were a big plus and very clean. I will definitely stay here again.
Kayne C.
October 2025

Great place in central Kihei for a family. Across the street from beach access and surrounded on the other side by great restaurants and shopping. Would definitely stay here again.
Mark W.
October 2025

We absolutely enjoyed our stayed. This unit is beautiful, super clean and fully equipped. Our host Krista, was amazing to deal with, great communication and flexible. Will definitely book again on our next trip to Kihei.
Gustavo
October 2025

Was disappointed it was so much
Jenny B.
October 2025

It was a pleasant and comfortable stay^^ We were able to use the pool privately, and there was a large supermarket just a 3-minute walk away, which was very convenient
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October 2025

Everything was as mentioned in VRBO. Beds were very comfortable, and slept great. Condo was clean and had all the kitchen and bathroom amenities needed. Was nice having extra beach towels and beach accessories if needed. Would definitely stay there again.
Sonya W.
October 2025

Kitchen was minimally equipped. No dish cloths, one very small ice tray, no cleanser for sink cleaning. Washering machine ok, but dryer wouldn’t dry because it was clogged with debris and sand. It would need some professional maintenance. Side tables in whole condo could be moved forward for more comfortable access. Front door had been broken into and since not really aligned well. Both door and frame should be replaced.
Carroll R.
October 2025

Pool was lovely, never crowded or noisy.Would recommend either bringing or buying paper products if planning on doing any cooking and eatting at the pool bbqs and tanle area. All dinnerware in the condo are glass. There are no plastic or paper products to take to the pool cooking, eatting area to use.
becki g.
October 2025

Always a great stay in this condo. It feels like home, and makes my visits to the island even more enjoyable. Thanks for sharing your home :)
Jennifer L.
October 2025

This is a clean, well stocked small condo in Kihei with easy access to stores and restaurants.I prefer to stay in properties with direct access to good beaches, and there was quite a bit of homeless activity around the complex, which may be because there’s a church that provides laundry service for them next-door. So if you’re hoping for a Maui resort vibe, this may not be for you. But, otherwise, it was convenient to many things, and we were comfortable and happy with the cooking gear in the kitchen.
Julia L.
October 2025

The property was beautiful and quiet. Pool and hot tub was nice. Easy dealing with property management. Great communication. Check in easy. Homeless camped between complex and Grocery Store and shopping centers. Unable to walk off property due to safety. Condo beautiful as described. Clean.
Lisa B.
September 2025

Good.
Mike D.
September 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 a wonderful experience here would definitely use them again in future
Olivia B.
September 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 have stayed in this complex twice now and both times we’ve enjoyed our experience. The rental company is super accommodating, the location is wonderful and the amenities are super.
Liesl D.
September 2025

It’s was beautiful!! Resident manager was great with communication!! Amenities and the grounds were fabulous! Will definitely consider booking again for our next stay!!
Tammi F.
September 2025

Close to beach however bunch of homeless people hangout just outside the parking area (church across street appears to attract them). The place is walkable to beach and sunset views. Walkable to Nalu for breakfast and Akamai coffee. Close to resorts for Resort Pass or dining opportunities and central to Kihei and Wailea. Would probably stay here again, clean towels, clean space. A/C works in family room area but bedroom sleeps warmer even with the fan on. TV easy to use. Pool area is nice!! Plenty of awesome restaurants nearby and easy highway access. Communication with property manager was perfecto!
Rachel W.
September 2025

It was my first time in Maui and this rental is in a great location! The beach right next to it was empty and nice for a place to relax. The rental itself was nice and came stocked with a lot of things! the only complaint was that some of the beach towels smelled funny.
Janice L.
September 2025

The condo was very clean and the lanai had a cover that made the afternoon sun tolerable. There were movies, puzzles, books and beach equipment. I had questions about the TV and the manager called me right away to help me resolve the issue.The hot tub was very nice however some nights no one turned the heater on so it was not usable.
Suzzanne M.
August 2025

We could not have picked a better unit. The location was amazing. Walking distance to the pool, beach, restaurants, grocery stores, etc. Our lanai was the most pleasant in the entire condominium. Our garden views were amazing. We loved the outdoor furniture, the shade screen that we were able to use in the early morning as the sun was rising. Maui Vacations thought of everything, with the hose by the lanai to rinse off the sand from your feet to the beach chairs, the beach towels, cooler and the umbrella. They have laundry available on the premises, but unfortunately our washer in “Unit B” was not working - we reached out to Maui Vacations, got a quick response back, and they were able to give us a key to the adjacent unit. The kitchen had all the utensils, pots, pans and dishes that you need to make meals at home, but you may want to bring some of your own spices. Convienently, the grocery store is adjacent to the condominiums. They also have a great pool, hot tub and outside grills.
Natalia S.
August 2025

Perfect location, great new furniture. Would definitely stay here again.
Colin c.
August 2025

Beautiful property. Loved the proximity to the beach. The unit had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Clare T.
August 2025


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