Kihei Sands, Maui

Kihei Sands Condominium is an intimate beachfront resort located on Maui's pristine Sugar Beach, known for its clean, sandy shores stretching for miles in either direction. The resort offers a relaxing atmosphere with only 29 units, making it an ideal alternative to crowded resorts. Guests can enjoy the oceanfront pool, barbecue patio area, and idyllic lawn areas with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and dining tables. The property is within walking distance to several eateries and shops, including a Fresh Produce Market, ABC Store, Bakery, Shave Ice, and a small diner. Kihei Sands is centrally located, providing easy access to various attractions and adventures on Maui. The resort offers free Wi-Fi, parking for one car per condo, coin-operated laundromat, and keyless entry. Onsite management ensures guests have the best possible experience during their stay.

Kihei Sands Average Rates


As of October 2024, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kihei Sands is $437. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $615. The average takes into account 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 usally much higher). Visit the Kihei Sands Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 622 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 Sands condo resort on Maui receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from guests, highlighting its exceptional location, comfortable and well-equipped accommodations, and the welcoming and helpful staff. Guests appreciate the resort's proximity to the beach, describing it as practically private and perfect for long walks, swimming, and enjoying sunsets. The condos are praised for being clean, well-maintained, and stocked with everything needed for a pleasant stay, including kitchen supplies and beach gear. The resort's central location is also noted as ideal for exploring the island. The small, family-friendly atmosphere of the complex is appreciated, with guests enjoying the communal patio for socializing and the quiet, relaxing environment. Morning coffee on the patio is a hit, and the property's maintenance and cleanliness are consistently commended. While there are a few minor complaints about specific units or temporary issues such as construction noise, the overall sentiment is extremely positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 622 guest reviews.

Recent Kihei Sands Reviews


Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: We enjoyed our stay at Kihei Sands! Everything you need is here. If you forgot something at home chances are they will be here at your condo. Cabinets had extra spices, coolers, beach chairs etc! Great place for your family!!!
Tina B.
July 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: The space was very clean and well stocked.The staff was very helpful and nice.
Cheryl M.
July 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 loved everything about this place. The view, the condo and the amazing staff. We were four and just arrived seeking to have beachfront comfort with classy property and that is what we experienced here! Super maintained, beautiful grounds and just feet away from the water. We watched sunsets on our balcony and fell asleep to the sound of Maui's finest sounds of the ocean. Love, Love, love this place. It was great to experience Kihei as well (missing Lahaina of course.) Totally fun. Rest assured we will be back!
Sabrina P.
July 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: What a great week in Maui!
Julia Z.
July 2024

Clean, cute and filled with helpful items.
Shawnda P.
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: Kihei Sands is a very comfortable condo right next to the ocean. It is clean, nicely decorated & recently remodeled, furniture looks new. I am a second generation guest. I was there with my parents in 1999, and back again about 15 years ago. My recent stay in June of 2024 was very enjoyable. My husband and I did the road to Hana, a sunset dinner cruise and went to Nakalele Blowhole, north of Kihei. We also did some shopping at nearby markets. We loved having a first floor unit with a view of the ocean. We spent a lot of time on our patio enjoying the nice weather and sound of the ocean. Love that there was plenty of tables and lounges for people to enjoy, plus boogie boards, kids sand toys, books, BBQ's and various other items to use while there. The staff were very friendly.
A guest from Snohomish, wa
June 2024

Kihei sands is quaint and intimate. Its got everything you need to be able to get out and do things and still be able to come back and literally...steps off the patio still be able to enjoy being at the beach at all hours morning and night.
angie j.
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: This was our 3rd time to Maui & staying at Kihei Sands and our 2nd time in this condo. We love sitting on the lanai watching the waves crash and the beach is just steps away. The condo is clean and well stocked. The King size bed is very comfortable and you can see the beach from the bedroom window. Its lovely to open the window and listen to the waves crashing. The property is clean and well maintained. It is wonderful to have management on-site. They are so helpful & personable. The pool is what I enjoy most and you are right on the beach so its the best of both worlds. The pool is clean, well taken care of and rarely busy. There are community floaties to use or you can also purchase at the ABC store down the street and they will fill them for you for an extra $1. Its a short walk down sugar beach to the ABC store, small farmers market, Kihei bakery & my favorite...Ululani's shave ice. I highly recommend any condo at Kihei Sands....you just can't go wrong. It's worth every penny!
Amy R.
June 2024

A clean, beautiful, inviting place to be on the beach.

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: We loved this condo! The condo complex is beautiful, and the condo itself was perfect. We stayed with our three kids, and we all agreed it was a great place. I loved that the beach was literally just steps away from the lanai. While we were there new barbecues were installed, and they are super nice.
Elichia E.
June 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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 stayed at the Kihei Sands for 9 nights. And it was the perfect location and condo for us for the time.
Zachary M.
June 2024

This property was nothing shy of amazing! Footsteps away from the beach with everything we needed to enjoy our time! A very stress free trip with great communication! I Will definitely be recommending this property to family and friends and will be coming back!
Lauren P.
June 2024

We loved our stay! It was a treat to stay in a location right on the beach. It was ideal for early morning paddles on the calm waters, walks on the long stretches of beach and watching the sunsets and even a full moon rise. The condo is well equipped with all that you need for a beach vacation. Krysta the owner did a great job communicating with us before arriving. We really appreciated all the recommendations that she shared. When we contacted Krysta about a few minor issues she responded right away and solved the problems. For example, one of the beach chairs accidentally broke and she went out and replaced it with a new one that same day. I highly recommend this condo for a getaway to Maui. We’d love to stay here again if we come back to Maui.
Margaret C.
June 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: If you are looking for a quiet relaxing condo, then this is the place for you. Condo 8 has a great view, and condo was everything we wanted. The only downside is that the beach is the color of dark brown sugar, so it makes the ocean look dirty when it really isn't. If you are an avid snorkeler, or like crystal clear water, then make the 30 min drive a few days to Kaanapali beach and park for free to see clear water. The ocean isn't the condos fault, just didn't want someone to be mislead by the "Sugar" beach description. The owner is always around the property and is really friendly and helpful.
Jason A.
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: The beds were very comfortable and enjoyed our stay.
Alma J.
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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our second time staying at this condo. It was lovely. Everyone is so nice. Highly recommend.
Sue D.
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: This was our 2nd time staying here at Kihei Sands! Love the place, location, being on the beach, spending time with family and loved ones! Will definitely come back for a 3rd time!!!
Stephanie S.
June 2024

Great - Great - Great location. The on-site staff are excellent.
Wally P.
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: I can’t say enough good things about our stay at this condo. First they provided everything and more that was needed for our family of 4. The place was clean and super friendly and helped us with all our questions. They also are right on the beach where you can take a walkway and go from condo to beach. We have zero complaints and will definitely be returning in the future.
Deanna B.
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: Our vacation rental was a 1 bed/ 1 bath with a pullout. It was a very cute little place. We did have 4 people in ours, 2 adults and 2, 16 year old girls. It was a little cramped but we made it work fine. The location was perfect! Waking up everyday to have coffee on the beach was just what we needed. The area is safe enough that we felt comfortable letting our teenage daughters go off and explore on their own. The kitchen was fully equipped with what we needed to make our stay feel like we were still at home.
Shane & Meshelle H.
June 2024

This condo is beautifully appointed. Everything you need is here and is top-notch! The location can't be beat. Right on Sugar Sand Beach, which surprisingly was never crowded at all. There is a nice pool, outdoor BBQs, new patio furniture and lounges, plus a nice grassy area. The owner, Elen, was a delight to communicate with!
Karyne B.
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: Family wedding at Sugar Beach Events, whole family stayed at Kihei Sands. Perfect mix of togetherness and privacy provided by renting several units, walk to the wedding, walk down the beach to Sugar Beach Bake Shop. B11 is clean, comfortable, well furnished and very nicely updated. The separate enclosed bedrooms were ideal for us. The beach is beautiful, clean, and ideal for long walks and little kid sand castles, sparkling pool a nice alternative to the surf. Hope to return here again.
A guest from Bernalillo, NM
June 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have been coming to Kihei Sands since 1985. We love the location. It is so easy to reach any part of the island from North Kihei. We also love the beach that is never crowded and you can walk for miles.

June 2024

Advised that this property was perfect for the family and they really enjoyed the location and property
Michele W.
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: Our 2 weeks were amazing! Quiet, clean, safe and sits right on the beach.We will be back and stay for a month next time👍5 stars on all and the property managers are always there for you!!!!
Mike and Janet S.
May 2024

Love this place! Close to flea market, swap meet, groceries & restaurants. But loved just to lay on the beach and by the pool! Definitely a great place to relax also.
Vicki S.
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: As usual our week was great!!! It was not our first visit to Kihei Sands, but our first time is this condo. It was very nice and had everything we needed. We will be booking another visit within the year. It’s such a beautiful location.
Bobbi 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: Very clean. Wonderful view from the balcony. The two twin beds were a surprise on the lower floor, but were very comfortable.
A guest from Coupeville, WA
May 2024

My daughter actually took the trip. I just did the booking. Here's what she and her fiance (they just got engaged up on Haleakala) had to say: "The condo was perfect. Beautiful, clean, full kitchen, free coffee, beach supplies. Everything we needed plus more. Best part: to get to the beach you walk out the condo door, go down the hall, pass the pool and there is the beach right in front of you. No road to cross... it's all just there. Ideal location in an ideal community. We loved the condo. We loved the beach. We loved Kihei. Counting the days until we can go back." From my side, Elen was great to work with. Her communication was excellent. She kept us totally on top of things and had great recommendations for things to do, places to eat as well as where to rent the car! My daughter also mentioned that check-out was a breeze. There wasn't a mountain of chores to do like some short term rentals. They totally appreciated that as well. Everything was 10 out of 10! Thank you!!
Patricia R.
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 our second stay at Kihei Sands. Central location makes exploring the whole island easy. Love stepping outside with coffee and a walk on the beach every morning, and grilling on the patio in the evenings. Staff are great! We'll be back!
Sharyn W.
May 2024

Really great place with comfy bed and everything you need. Opened the door to fresh flowers and so many different treats and snacks. Nicely upgraded and very clean. Loved our stay! Highly recommend.
lacey s.
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: Beautiful location on Sugar beach, walk off your back patio and you are on the beach! Nice amenities, close to town and night life. Great facilities but you cannot get extra towels and will have to wash those provided. Otherwise, great little vacation spot!
Joe C.
May 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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 spent nights in unit A8. Lovely, clean and location was wonderful.
Nancy S.
May 2024

We’ve stayed many places in Maui and this is a favorite. Great location in Kihei. Super clean, very comfortable beds, excellent pillows and linens. The soundproofing is great and we never heard any road noise or other people. Even though it’s small it never felt crowded. The decor is nice and the whole condo has been updated. The owner is very responsive and nice. Rick the maintenance person, was so kind and helpful. My only suggestions for improvement would be if the keyless entry code were simpler- as in the renter’s cell number. Overall a great place to stay and would definitely recommend.
Judith E.
May 2024

The unit was clean and everything was functional. We had 6 adults staying here and it was a bit small for our group. Had it been a group with a couple of kids it would have been more appropriate. Pictures make the unit appear a bit bigger. Property was beautiful and we loved the back patio and pool. We were in the ocean a couple times behind the condo as well. The unit is a bit outdated but again it worked for us. We were not in it a lot - we spent our days out exploring the island.
Jackie K.
May 2024

Elen was an excellent host, she was timely with all the information for her condo and then she also had so many recommendations of places to go on the Island. I would highly recommend staying at this location. I will book again on my next trip to the Islands. A few things had changed since my last visit to Maui that I just wanted other guests to keep in mind if they book a trip. If you do the Road to Hana and want to visit the black sand beach they require reservations. Also if you want to do the Sunrise on Mt Haleakala you will want to book that early, they sell out a month in advance. I will say we did not get a reservation and got a recommendation from a local that stated the sunset is just as gorgeous and you don’t need reservations for that. We did that and she did not disappoint, it was Breathtaking!!!
Kim E.
May 2024

I wanted a beachfront property to stay on Sugar Beach with my 3 girls (18,18 and 22). This property in Kihei Sands was PERFECT!! Communication before stay was awesome! I had no questions before we arrived . Townhome easy to find and easy to get into (which hasn’t been the case at other properties ). Property itself was immaculate! Very upgraded, very clean. I am very picky bc I travel a lot for work and the unit was beyond perfect . Everything you need is there (beach chairs, towels, boogie boards, kitchen needs, ect). I enjoyed having coffee on the patio right outside OR we would walk downstairs and enjoy ocean front . Sugar Beach is right outside . We walked at least 5+ miles everyday just walking on the stretch of beach. In walking distance you have an ABC store, bakery and farmers market. A little further away you have a grocery store and other stores . Tip : download Maui Hopper on your phone before you come. It’s the Maui version of Uber but local eateries. We used every night and ate outside on the ocean front community deck . We used Uber Eats for coffee in the morning as well. If you forget anything , Target delivers same day on the Target app for $9.99. Also Instacart has many options for delivery if you don’t have a car . We LOVED this little place and cannot wait to come back !!
kimberly b.
May 2024

It was perfect for our group, great beach access from the condo. Beautiful court yard in the front with seating. Perfect size for four people, condo was extremely well equipped for groups.
ryan S.
May 2024

Is right on the beach, small boutique feel. Grounds are beautiful and well maintained
Brenda D.
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: We thoroughly enjoyed our return stay at the Kihei Sands. Everything was lovely and staff went out of their way to accommodate our needs. My husband's cousins were with us this time and he is a big 'water' guy. He and my husband enjoyed getting into the waves together. The condo we had was comfortable and well equipped. Perfect vacation thanks to staff and ammenities.
Carolyn C.
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: Friends recommended the condos for our first trip to Maui. We were so pleased with the condo and all of the amenities. I was able to buy groceries and make several meals which saved us money and allowed us to stay and enjoy the beautiful beach. It was a very comfortable place to say. We will definitely be back in the future.
Tamara P.
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: The location, location, location was fabulous. The cute condo is a little small for 4 people, BUT we were hardly in there all at the same time so it worked and it was stocked so well. The pool is smaller than it looks in the pictures AND it looks like it belongs to the condo that is fenced in with it, so if you chose this location for the pool, just know that. The patio overlooking the beach is beautiful and our group of 12 used it A LOT during the four days that we were there. We saw a sea turtle the day that we swam at the beach, so that really enhanced our stay. Again, the location is wonderful. The parking spots are super tight, so make sure you have a skinny driver to pull your vehicle in and out. LOL I would definitely come back to this condo or to the complex again and I would recommend it to my friends. So glad that we were able to come to Maui after the house that we originally rented in Lahaina burned down last year. OH, the flowers and plants on the property are simply gorgeous.
Pam H.
May 2024

Beautiful property fully enjoyed our stay. The beach is steps away. Pool area and patio is very nice. Unit is very nice, clean and well stocked. We would definitely stay here again.
Robyn O.
May 2024

Loved the property
Mark C.
April 2024

This property was immaculate, comfortable and the host was amazing! So many extra touches and a welcome gift from the islands. Highly recommend!!
Jeanette H.
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: Once again we had a wonderful stay at Kihei Sands ! Staff and facility were great ! Mahalo .
David and Linda B.
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 more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall we had a good stay. The unit was in excellent condition and very clean. The beach out front was wonderful, fairly calm water and lots of soft sand to spread out on as the beach has pretty low traffic.I had failed to notice that on the booking website that despite being only 30 units the complex is billed as a spot for family reunions, etc. There were several multi generational family groups staying there in multiple units who kind of took over the shared grounds which are quite small. As a childless couple looking for a quiet vacation this was somewhat of a drawback for us. This condo also had far less household items like condiments, shampoo/conditioner, etc than other places we have stayed (although it did have plenty of kitchenware and nice beach chairs). It is run much like a hotel vs a condo which is not a bad thing but just don't expect as many of those things to be avaliable if you are used to staying in other similar condos.
Megan W.
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: Stay was great only issuse was the pillows were like bricks
JJ & Donna I.
April 2024

We enjoyed this property very much-clean, well decorated and everything we needed. We loved morning walks on the beach (you can go several miles on that beach alone!) and it was close to Kehei and other beaches too. We especially appreciated the boogie board, cooler and beach chairs. We stayed a week and there are washers and dryers in the complex but they have somewhat limited hours so just have to plan ahead if you need to do laundry. Other than that it was a perfect spot!
Kelly A.
April 2024

We loved staying in A5! It was well equipped with everything we needed and more. The property is beautiful and in the perfect spot right along the beach.
Georgia H.
April 2024


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