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Maalaea Kai

A quiet, low-key oceanfront complex where turtles feed off the seawall, whales pass in winter and the harbor's shops and tour boats are a short walk away. It suits couples and families who want a calm, central base for exploring both sides of Maui, not a resort scene or a swim beach at the door.

What guests say

Guests love

  • Turtles off the seawall. Sea turtles feed along the rocks behind the property most days, close enough to watch from ground-floor patios and upper lanais.
  • Winter whales from the lanai. In winter, guests regularly spot humpbacks in the bay from their lanai or the lawn, and some say binoculars help.
  • Walk to Maalaea Harbor. Tour boats, the aquarium, the General Store and a well-liked pizza spot are a short walk away, handy for snorkel trips and sunset cruises.
  • Lawn, pool and seawall loungers. Guests praise the well-kept grounds: a big lawn, lounge chairs along the ocean wall, a warm pool and gas grills cleaned each morning.

Worth knowing

  • Rocky shore, beach nearby. The shore out front is rocks and seawall, not a swim spot; a quiet sandy beach is a short walk away, and many drive to Kihei or Wailea to snorkel.
  • It can get windy. Some guests note strong Maalaea winds; one returning guest chose a ground-floor unit partly for shelter from them.
  • AC and laundry vary by unit. Some units have AC in every room while others rely on fans and trade winds, and many use shared laundry rooms down the hall, so check each listing.
  • Limited dining nearby. A handful of harbor spots are walkable, but a few reviews note most restaurants and big grocery runs are a 15-20 minute drive to Kihei or Kahului.
Choosing a unit: Ground-floor units open straight onto the lawn, pool, grills and seawall, which families with small kids and older travelers especially appreciate; upper floors trade that for a higher lanai view and are reached by elevator.

This review summary is AI-assisted, drawn from 241 recent guest reviews (Nov 2024 to Aug 2026) of the rentals we list. Units are individually owned, so details vary. Read the latest reviews

At a glance

Unit types
1 and 2 bedrooms, sleeping 2 to 6
Air conditioning
20 of the 23 rentals we list
Pool
Yes
Ocean views
20 of the 23 rentals we list. We check every view claim.
Oceanfront
9 of the 23 rentals we list
Nearest beach
Kamaole Beach Park 1, 6.3 mi
Airport
About 20 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG)
Size
About 1.8 acres, 79 units
Address
70 Hauoli St, Wailuku, HI 96793
Map of Maalaea Kai and the nearest beaches Open in Google Maps
  1. 1Kamaole Beach Park 1Beach · 6.3 mi
  2. 2Iao Valley State ParkAttraction · 6.5 mi
  3. 3Kamaole Beach Park 2Beach · 6.6 mi
  4. 4Kamaole Beach Park 3Beach · 6.8 mi
  5. 5Keawakapu BeachBeach · 7.8 mi
  6. 6Ulua and Mokapu BeachBeach · 8.2 mi

Straight-line distances from the building.

Rentals at Maalaea Kai

Our top-rated rentals here, from the 23 we list.

Maalaea KaiOcean viewMaalaea Kai1 bd · 1 ba · sleeps 4$271 avg/night 4.9 (270)Ma'alaea KaiOcean viewMa'alaea Kai2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 6$541 avg/night 5.0 (183)Maalaea Kai 112Ocean viewMaalaea Kai 1121 bd · 1 ba · sleeps 2$401 avg/night 5.0 (157)Ma'alaea Kai Penthouse SuiteOceanfrontMa'alaea Kai Penthouse Suite2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 4$456 avg/night 4.9 (161)Maalaea Kai 103Ocean viewMaalaea Kai 1031 bd · 1 ba · sleeps 4$390 avg/night 5.0 (109)Maalaea Kai Ground FloorOceanfrontMaalaea Kai Ground Floor2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 5$737 avg/night 5.0 (87)

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Nightly prices by bedroom

BedroomsRentalsAverage per nightRange
110$358$271 to $547
213$508$402 to $737

The typical nightly price of each rental we list, with Hawaii's 18% tax and the cleaning and booking fees included, as of November 2026. Holiday dates cost more.

Recent guest reviews

Maalaea Kai Ground Floor Oceanfront Condo
★★★★★ August 2026

My family and I loved the view from our patio. The condo location was perfect for our daily adventures as it was in between the two parts of the island. We loved the peace and quiet of the location. The pool was nice and we loved being able to see sea turtles daily! We would definitely recommend and stay at this property again!

Laura L.
Maalaea Kai 109
★★★★★ July 2026

The condo was very nice. The location on the island was excellent in regards to being 20-30 mins away from beaches and stores. The condo was fully stocked with everything we needed. All beach gear was great...cooler, chairs and boards. We did have some minor issues that where handled by Matt. He was extremely responsive prior and during the trip. My wife and I are extremely OCD when it comes to being clean. My only complaint would be whatever cleaning company is being used needs abit more oversight. The place was not filthy by any regards....but if I was running the property I might be showing up to check and ensure the cleaning crew is really doing their job. Again we are very OCD so what I think needs slight improvement others might be ok with. I would definitely recommend the condo to a friend or family member. I would also stay again for a future trip. The grounds are beautiful and you see turtles on the rocks. My wife enjoyed her coffee outside each morning. I appreciated Matt and his property and my family had a really enjoyable stay.

Johnny C.
Maalaea Kai Ground Floor
★★★★★ July 2026

Perfect home for our Hawaii dream vacation. It was beautifully decorated and had all the amenities we needed. John was very responsive to our questions and had a guide to help us pick restaurants and daily activities. We will definitely be back!

Alissa F.
Maalaea Kai Ground Floor Oceanfront Condo
★★★★★ July 2026

Wonderful stay! Beautiful views and loved that we could walk out directly to the ocean. Great location for traveling the whole island! Kitchen was well stocked for cooking. Beds were comfortable! Parking space was convenient as well. We would love to stay here again!

Brooke W.
Maalaea Kai
★★★★★ July 2026

The unit is in a condo complex tucked in a quiet neighborhood by the ocean front. The unit has the basic necessities you need for cooking, beddings and even items for the beach e.g., folding beach chairs, beach towels, umbrellas and even snorkeling gears. You would need to rent a car to get around in between places. It’s about 20 minutes drive to downtown Kīhei where you can find more public beach access, restaurants and bars and shopping areas. You’ll have a good view of the morning sunrise. The reef infront of the unit is a good place to go fishing. The pool is a good place wind down the day. The property itself seems to be well maintained. The owner and the property management company communicate well in a timely manner. If you need a place to stay and not being picky, this is a good place for a family of four. Overall, we had a great time staying in this place and highly recommend it.

Raul A.
Maalaea Kai 414
★★★★★ July 2026

The condo was absolutely beautiful and in a perfect location! It was spotlessly clean and very quiet. I would 100% recommend this condo and would love to stay here again in the future!

Carla M.
Maalaea Kai Ground Floor Oceanfront Condo
★★★★★ July 2026

This is our most favorite place to stay and visit. Wish it was more permanent. Everything was perfect. Second time staying here and it will be a annual event.

Gayla S.
Ma'alaea Kai Penthouse Suite
★★★★★ July 2026

Adult traveling with older parents. They loved the condo. We each had our own spaces. Beautiful views. Residents were very nice. Pool area was calm and peaceful. Condo's decoration and feel were unique – not a copycat of most other Hawaii condos (then ones with a mirrored wall and wicker furniture everywhere).

Edward L.

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