Luana Kai, Maui

Luana Kai is a serene, oceanfront resort located in sunny Kihei, Hawaii. The resort is surrounded by lush, tropical vegetation and offers direct access to a peaceful, 1.5-mile long beach, perfect for sunbathing, snorkeling, paddle boarding, and windsurfing. The resort is also conveniently located near various shopping areas and restaurants, and is just a short drive away from the airport.

The resort offers a range of amenities including a heated outdoor pool, jacuzzi, tennis and pickleball courts, shuffleboard, and a putting green. Guests can also enjoy the resort's full outdoor kitchen with gas BBQ grills, perfect for grilling up a meal while enjoying the beautiful Maui sunsets. The resort is non-smoking and offers free self-parking. The friendly staff at the front desk offer free concierge service, assisting with reservations for tours, restaurants, golf tee times, and more. Please note that the resort does not have elevators and some construction work may be expected in the coming years.

Luana Kai Average Rates


As of December 2024, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Luana Kai is $378. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $479. 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 Luana Kai Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 600 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 reviews for the Luana Kai condo resort on Maui paint a picture of a generally well-regarded complex with a few minor issues. Guests appreciate the resort's perfect location, which offers easy access to the beach, restaurants, and local attractions. The pool, jacuzzi, and outdoor amenities like pickleball courts and grills are frequently highlighted as key features that enhance the stay. Many reviews mention the stunning ocean views, especially during sunset, and the friendly atmosphere both on-site and in the surrounding community.

The resort appears family-friendly, with several guests noting how perfect the space is for children, thanks to the pool and the spacious, grassy areas leading to the beach. The condos themselves are described as clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, with many units offering updated kitchens, comfortable beds, and additional amenities like beach gear and air conditioning. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches and the presence of everything needed for a pleasant stay.

However, there are a few drawbacks mentioned across the reviews. Some guests experienced issues with cleanliness or maintenance, such as dirty floors or aging fixtures. The absence of air conditioning in some units is noted as a downside, especially during warmer periods. Noise from nearby pickleball courts and the lack of privacy on ground floor units due to proximity to common areas are also mentioned by a few reviewers.

Overall, the sentiment towards the Luana Kai condo resort is positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return. The minor issues noted do not seem to significantly detract from the overall experience, which is characterized by beautiful surroundings, convenient location, and well-appointed accommodations. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 600 guest reviews.

Recent Luana Kai Reviews


The property is great. The condo is very clean and as expected. The beach is great for walking not so great for swimming and snorkeling. But the prior reviews notes this. Thank you.
Brian S.
August 2024

Very nice property Nice location , easy to find Nice beach to take walks Enjoyed our stay very much
Janice W.
August 2024

Very pleased with the condo; no complaints at all, it was even cool enough in August with the air conditioning. We were able to enjoy the pool and grill, and parking was easy and convenient. One thing that made it easier was there was a door keypad, so we didn't have to deal with a key for 3 adults.
Naomi W.
August 2024

We recently stayed for a family vacation and not only was the property beautiful, but Yolanda was wonderful. Easy to work with especially since we needed early check in and late check out. Use of the van was awesome and the home was perfect. Will definitely be back again.
Theresa Edelma N.
August 2024

beautiful Island
Bjoern S.
August 2024

This VRBO was a great fit for our 3 couples. It had a great view of the ocean and easy access to the pool and pickleball. The property manager was a very responsive communicator. We would highly recommend it!
Tina U.
August 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 enjoyed our stay with Hawaii life condo. Place was well kept up and it was nice to have ac in the evening. Nice view from our porch to enjoy are meals from. Would definitely rent a place with them again!
Travis W.
August 2024

We had the best getaway! Couldn't have asked for more (but we don't require a lot) and simply cannot wait to return! The keikis had a blast!!
Holly J.
August 2024

The house is clean and cozy. We enjoyed our stay. Thank Jill and Brian so very much!!!
Hue N.
August 2024

Excellent location near beach, all necessary amenities were available. Great vacation spent. And the host was great!!!
Aram S.
August 2024

We loved the condo. Plenty of space for our family (3 of us). The porch with a gorgeous ocean view was the highlight. It was only a few minutes' drive to Kihei 's restaurants and many food truck parks. From this location, it was easy to visit Wailea, West Maui, and the road to Hana. The condo also had great beach chairs and umbrellas.
Jesse M.
August 2024

Perfect as advertised. I am sitting home now writing this review when I wish I could just snap my fingers to just sit on that balcony again! We will be back!
William S.
August 2024

The location was perfect with beaches & great food stops very close, but also kind of in the middle of everything on the island. Was easy to get everywhere. Only issue we had is that the listing said there was AC but apparently that was an extra charge per day. Wasn’t too much of an issue except the first night. Now of the fans were on including the big fan they recommend to Col the apt plus the drapes for the big window were open (to show off a great view) but at 5pm that sun had warmed the co to very hot. Took all night to cool it down and there wasn’t great directions on the big fan that helps. All around was good though. Would recommend.
Josh W.
August 2024

Our extended family (grandparents plus two families w/children) enjoyed everything that Yolanda’s property had to offer, especially how well equipped the rental was: everything you would need for the beach and pool, car, kitchen, etc. The proximity to the beach and location in Kihei, as well as the whole island was fantastic!
Michelle C.
August 2024

Access to everything we we thought was important. Maui is a gem.
William K.
August 2024

We enjoyed ever minutes of our stay in that unit. Well equipped in the kitchen as well as in beach gears and even pickleball stuff. Location is central to everything. Great communication with the owner. Trisha texted us during our stay to make sure everything was fine. A++
Daniel T.
July 2024

Our stay in Jim's property was perfect. The property was clean and well-appointed. We didn't spend a ton of time there, but the time we did spend there was thoroughly enjoyable. Morning coffee and dinner on the lanai provided breathtaking views. The bedding was comfortable. The hosts also provided beach gear. There were enough chairs and umbrellas for our group and a cooler that allowed us to pack lunch and some beverages for our beach days. We enjoyed strolling the beach in the morning (head north) to see turtles resting on the beach. The property is centrally located in Kihei providing easy access to all beaches, Wailea, food trucks (amazing food), and restaurants in the area. The pool and hot tub provided a nice way to wind down at the end of the day after exploring what Maui has to offer. We would definitely stay here again next time we come to Maui.
Bob W.
July 2024

Great spot for family. Pool and facilities near. Good mattress. Clean.
Genevieve C.
July 2024

The property was stunning! We were on a girls holiday and enjoyed being so close to the beach, the pool and hot tub were an added bonus. Our condo was the perfect size for four adults, comfortable and so clean. We travelled all around the island, Luana Kai was in a perfect location. I hope we can visit again.
Megan M.
July 2024

This property is centrally located on Maui. It worked well for our group of 6 adults. Luke and Maisie were easy to work with and answered all our questions prior to arriving. The condo was clean and well stocked. Property is well maintained. We would definitely stay at this place again.
Karen W.
July 2024

Nice unit, close to pool. No AC unit but that was already known.
Tabitha W.
July 2024

Perfect location with great balcony view of the ocean seen through a lovely park. Close enough to walk to things, without the feeling of chaos in a large tourist destination. Appreciated access to a beach chair, umbrella and towels Would stay again Thank you
Thomas M.
July 2024

The owners have thought of everything for your Hawaiian experience. From condiments, plenty of kitchen utensils and food storage, to folding beach chairs, snorkels, and beach towels. Would stay here again!
Tim
July 2024

My husband and I had a wonderful stay for our babymoon/my bday trip! I would 10/10 stay there again. So comfortable and had everything we could have needed. Loved it!
Marisa M.
July 2024

We had a truly lovely time in this condo. The location was central to everything in Kihei and all we wanted to do. We really appreciated how well-stocked it was - from bathroom amenities to beach towels to kitchen utensils and appliances. A bit random perhaps, but there is a super sharp butcher knife in the block -- which made food prep so much easier!
Kristian L.
July 2024

Our kids lived in the pool and we loved the bocce balls in the unit too. Such fun!
Adrianne P.
July 2024

Nice clean and comfortable condo in great location. Had a blast and already wishing we could go back
Benjamin C.
July 2024

The owners were a joy to deal with from the start. The condo itself is beautiful and located ideally in and around most everything you'll need. The unit itself was great could see the ocean and the pool, very clean and filled with alllll the necessities to have a blast, like beach chairs and containers to take food on the go, extra towels sunblock if needed as well as shampoo and all the cooking utensils one could ever need. I cooked quite a bit due to the convenience, and trust me I've rented from vrbo on every island (4) that's not always the case. Food, fun, activities, beaches all nearby and really close to cover mostly all the bases. I'd suggest this to anyone going to maui looking for the confidence and comfort of knowing where your staying will be perfect for all your needs not just a place to lay at night. We will stay here again if we're back in maui soon.
Kevin K.
July 2024

Excellent location! Close to everything, nice grounds, pool, etc. Loved playing pickle ball with the locals. Condo was in great condition and very comfortable for my family of four. Loved sitting out in the lanai on warm nights. Would definitely recommend this vacation rental.
Jason S.
July 2024

Building staff very helpful
Phillip
July 2024

The outdoor space was not very useable as the A/C unit blew hot air and the furniture was awkwardly arranged. The sleeping areas were great but the bathrooms needed some cleaning. Once we arrived we were met with many rules and restrictions that were fine, but the amount of times they were repeated made it off putting and less relaxing. I recommend if you’re looking for a place to stay just for sleeping but not necessarily for enjoyment of the location or ‘resort’ amenities.
Stacia L.
July 2024

Good place, a bit dated but very well-equipped including beach equipment and kitchen. Host was prompt to respond to issues that arose. Might consider whether a diverter would work for the deck A/C hot air exhaust. Included van was very handy for our group.
John O.
July 2024

This was a wonderful condo for our family’s first trip to Maui! The location was fantastic and the condo was exceptionally thought out with everything you could need from sunscreen to kitchen items. It was a great home base for all our activities. Thank you for helping to make our vacation so memorable!
Michele W.
July 2024

Great pool. Great condo! Windy beach. We really enjoyed our stay!
Veronica A.
July 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: The hotel is located virtually in the park and you can walk through the park to major hotels and my favorite restaurants such as Hilton’s Tropio, Outrigger on the reef,s Monky Pod Kitchen. Gym in the hotel is very nice if your stay is for workouts.
A guest from Mito, 08
July 2024

The property was well cared for and absolutely gorgeous. This was our 4th stay at this property and it was by far the best condo we have stayed in. They were very responsive when we had an issues and they got the problem fixed fast.
Chelsea C.
July 2024

Nice place. Clean and quiet. Great location.
Tammy N.
July 2024

Great location, close to the beach and about 20 minutes from HNL. Glad the room had a vacuum, but the shower/bath and floors could have been cleaner. I went ahead and cleaned them all myself to make it more suitable. The kitchenette is perfect to make your meals so you don't need to spend an arm and a leg at the local restaurants. ALL staff and guests were so nice. Great pool and workout facility. I was very grateful for the beach towels so I didn't have to pack those. Overall, I would stay again.
Aaron T.
July 2024

Updated, clean with great amenities. The condo was very comfortable and the location was great. We would definitely stay here again.
Sherry-Lyn G.
July 2024

Loved it all. I was just very disappointed that the jacuzzie was out of commission for 5 days. After bike riding and pickleball and other fun activities, we look forward to a soothing jacuzzi session.
Lupe 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: Check in/check out process was organized. Great location. Beach was a short walk.
Marie M.
June 2024

Excellent location!! Close to a lot of stores, restaurants and things to do. Great view of the ocean! Well stocked with anything you need. Great host!!

June 2024

We absolutely loved our view of the ocean from this condo. We had our coffee and breakfast each morning on the linai, stunning views. Closet with the washer/dryer has some beach chairs and umbrellas to use, very helpful. Overall, great location, clean condo, and amazing views. Side note, a/c costs extra and you’ll most likely need it being on the 3rd floor. Our kids are grown, but if you have small kids and want to walk out the door to the beach, not the best kids beach, pretty rocky. But not a long drive to get to good beaches. The view won’t disappoint!
Marcie 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: I had a great time staying at this condo. It is right along the beach and is in a great location to get to other areas on the island. The home was very clean, updated and had the basic necessities. The bed was super comfortable! The pool and hot tub are very close to this condo. It was a quiet place to stay. The management company was very responsive. The toilet chain broke one morning and it was fixed within 2 hours. I would definitely recommend staying at this condo!
Jessica H.
June 2024

This unit was a tropical dream come true. Perfect location, beautiful resort, impeccably clean and extremely comfortable. Lacking nothing for a fabulous vacation.
Ann B.
June 2024

The property and the units are a little outdated and could use some minor updates, but all in all we had a great stay and the unit was the perfect size for my husband and I and another couple (2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms). The location in Kihei is perfect, and the pool and hot tub and barbecue area was awesome, we threw a little birthday party barbecue there one evening with a bunch of our local friends and other family that were on island with us and it was lovely, and the pool was only crowded once or twice during our whole stay….perfect for zoning out with a good book:) Check in and out was easy, the host even let us check in early at 2pm, which was nice because our flight got in at noon so we didn’t have too much time to kill. The only issue is that there was absolutely no toilet paper in the whole unit once we checked in, I know you typically have to buy more once you use the base supply in the unit but we started out with zero toilet paper, which was a bit of a problem for us! We obviously had to buy some immediately, I messaged the host but didn’t hear back from them until the next day, they profusely apologized and said they would bring some over but we still never received any. The next day we tried to take out the trash and there were no trash bags either…eventually on day three they had the housekeepers bring us trash bags and more paper towels (which we didn’t need) but we never got any toilet paper. All in all it was suited for our needs, just needs some TLC.
Sarah G.
June 2024

Property was in the perfect location. Close to town but away from the hustle and bustle. We could walk right down to the beach and we also had the perfect view right from the living room. I would stay here again and again!
Sornetta R.
June 2024

Very nice place. Clean. Amazing location!
Sylvia G.
June 2024

We were fortunate enough to spend 2 weeks at this condo. As described. Full complement of kitchen needs, which is often not the case in many VRBO. Plenty of dishes, cups, pots, pans, and decent knives. Wonderful view. I know others have been bothered by the pickleball courts in the park in front of the condo, but we didn't find to be a problem. It was only on certain days and only a 3 hours at a time. Close to everything and access to other areas of the island. Highly recommend.
Christopher S.
June 2024

I enjoyed my stay here. All directions were clear and communication was easy. The unit was very clean and in a great location.
Eugenie K.
June 2024


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