Maalaea Kai, Maui

Ma'alaea Kai is a hidden gem in Hawaii, offering a relaxing tropical experience with meticulously maintained grounds, a heated oceanfront pool, BBQ stations, and tiki torches. The resort is located near Ma'alaea Bay, a wintertime sanctuary for humpback whales, and is within walking distance to Sugar Beach, Ma'alaea Marina, and the Maui Ocean Center aquarium. The central location provides easy access to the sights and attractions of Maui, including golf courses, beaches, and mountain hikes. Guests can enjoy the convenience of on-site parking, elevators, and laundry facilities. The resort is also close to the Ma'alaea Harbor, where visitors can find shops, restaurants, and tour boats, as well as the longest sandy beach on Maui, Sugar Beach. With its beautiful seascapes, surrounding islands, and palm-lined grounds, Ma'alaea Kai offers a serene and memorable vacation experience.

    Maalaea Kai Quick Facts:


  • Address: 70 Hauoli St,Wailuku, HI 96793
  • Property Size: ~1.8 acres (79 units)
  • Reviews: 4.85 / 5.0 (from 1005 reviews)
  • Average Price: $338/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Maalaea Kai Vacation Rentals

Maalaea Kai Average Rates


As of December 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Maalaea Kai is $338. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $527. 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 Maalaea Kai Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

Maalaea Kai's Best Rentals

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What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 744 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 rave about Ma’alaea Kai’s oceanfront setting and central, low-key location. Expect sweeping bay and Haleakala sunrise views right from your lanai, the soothing sound of waves, and near-daily turtle sightings along the seawall; in winter, guests frequently spot breaching humpbacks from the lawn. The vibe is peaceful and friendly, with well-kept grounds, a nice pool (often noted as pleasantly warm), plentiful lounge chairs by the water, and tidy BBQ areas—ideal for unwinding after island adventures.

Units are generally clean and comfortable, with many hosts praised for thoughtful touches and quick, proactive communication. Most condos are well equipped for longer stays: full kitchens, strong Wi‑Fi, beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, snorkel sets), and easy access via elevators; several guests highlight especially comfy beds. The harbor, Maui Ocean Center, and a small cluster of shops and restaurants are an easy walk, and Ma’alaea’s central position makes it a convenient base—typically 15–30 minutes to Kihei, Wailea, Lahaina/Kāʻanapali, the airport, and boat tours departing next door.

Common tradeoffs: the shoreline out front is rocky and not swimmable, so plan on a short stroll to Haycraft/Sugar Beach for sand and swimming. Ma’alaea is famously breezy—great for natural cooling, though winds can be strong—and not every condo has full A/C (some have bedroom units only or rely on cross‑breezes), so check the listing if that matters. A few units show dated décor or variable kitchen/stock basics, parking stalls can be tight, and you’ll find fewer restaurants within walking distance than in major resort areas; occasional noise (upstairs neighbors or plane path) and sporadic pest/maintenance hiccups are mentioned but not a pattern. Overall, guests love the quiet, central, oceanfront experience—especially wildlife watching and sunrises—and many say they would happily return.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 744 reviews

Recent Maalaea Kai Reviews


Very good view and a lovely condo. Easy check in and the lady over it from destinations Maui was excellent.
Lane W.
September 2025

Easy, well communicated instructions. Beautiful views. Clean rental, that has everything you could want. I'm picky and this exceeded my expectations.
Jackson M.
September 2025

Perfect place for our stay on Maui! Quiet, clean and comfortable. Loved the view of the sunrise over the ocean in the morning.
Amy T.
September 2025

Beautiful condo, great location and great communication with owners. Would definitely recommend and come back again to this condo.
Randall R.
September 2025

We chose this property for the balcony and ocean view and it did not disappoint. It would have been nice to have a clock and/or outlets in the bedroom to charge our phones.
Rocklen D.
August 2025

We could not have ended up in a better location. Complex was exactly as explained it would be. Best part was seeing the turtles below us every day. We will definitely be back. Phenomenal first trip to Maui. Mahalo
Kimberly K.
August 2025

Everything about our stay was superb. The marketing was accurate in that the reality looked like the pictures. Beautiful place and close to many activities and attractions. We were able to walk to the aquarium, our snorkeling experience, and a dinner cruise. The view from the balcony was spectacular of the ocean, mountains and stars. The grounds were immaculate. We would definitely come back.
J F T.
August 2025

Just a phenomenal place to stay! The ocean is right out the back door. The General Store is within walking distance. Great food and coffee. Easy drive to all of the places we wanted to go. They made everything very simple…communication, check-in, amenities, info on everywhere to go, etc. We could not be more happy with our choice!
Judd K.
August 2025

This condo has one of the most beautiful water views in the Maalaea area. You can watch surfers catch rolling waves from your lanai, as well as watch boats come and go from Maalaea harbor. The complex is well maintained, and the grounds are spotless. We also liked the fact that the condo has just the right amount of furnishings. Lastly, there's a Starbucks within walking distance, so we didn't miss our morning lattes.
Susan E.
August 2025

Absolutely AMAZING!!
Lisa L.
August 2025

We recently departed this unit and throughout our stay we were met with frustration and disappointment during our stay. What was intended to be a peaceful and restorative trip for our family quickly became highly stressful due to a series of preventable issues and the complete absence of property management support. Upon arrival, we were locked out due to a malfunctioning door—stranded with our two young children and several hundred dollars’ worth of groceries. After attempting to contact the owner for two and a half hours, we had no choice but to pack up all of our belongings, relocate to a hotel, unpack, request additional refrigerators for our food, and later repack and return once the issue was resolved. While we appreciate the partial refund to offset that disruption, the overall experience fell far short of what any guest should reasonably expect. Unfortunately, the problems did not stop there. We dealt with a loud water alarm going off and other ongoing maintenance issues. My husband to access the breaker box at least four times during our stay. These were not minor inconveniences—they disrupted our time and added significant stress. Even more concerning, we were expected to take responsibility for these issues and to meet with service personnel during what was supposed to be personal, family time. I wanted to love our stay but unfortunately it fell very short of expectations. A dedicated property manager would have made a huge difference in making any stay better.
Amy C.
August 2025

Great stay - everything was very easy with the host - amazing view on the Haleakala - very nice residence - great location if you want to visit different sides of the Island.We highly recommend this place
Damien F.
August 2025

Perfect central location to go anywhere on the island, love the location of this condo. Direct ocean view from the lanai and you can watch the surfers! Condo was equipped with everything you need. Great stay!
Robyn L.
August 2025

Without a doubt this was the best experience we have had with a property and the owner! John was first class in everything he did as well as how his property was ready for us right when we got there! If you are going to visit Maui, you have to consider this place! Clean, comfortable, great location to all of your activities and the views and anmenities are priceless! Event the locals told us that we were staying in a great place based on location to all of our scheduled activities. John was the best and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience!!
Michael T.
August 2025

We stayed here for a week with our 3 kids ages 7, 5, and 18 months. The condo is exactly as pictured but way better in person! We loved having breakfast on the lanai every morning. The easy access to the pool was so convenient with three little kids. The property manager and staff were so friendly and pleasant. The pool and grills are well kept and cleaned every morning! The residents are also so, so friendly and welcoming. Communication with the host was the cherry on top of our stay. Richard was so responsive and accommodating of our flight times and schedule. Upon our arrival, Maui was hit with a Tsunami warning. To my surprise, Richard called me personally within minutes of the alert being issued to make sure my family was safe and to give us advice on where to go on the island to find temporary shelter. He really did not have to do that but it meant a lot to us that he did. The condo, the host, the location...everything about this place embodied the spirit of Aloha. My family and I will definitely be back again.
Elaine M.
August 2025

"Honu Heaven"...because we visited with the sea turtles every day...just a few steps from our doorstep! This lovely condo has EVERYTHING you could possibly need or want during your stay in Maui...spotlessly clean and beautifully furnished. A great cup of coffee to enjoy the morning light on the ocean...and the perfect ocean view to enjoy your evening glass of wine or dinner. You are literally "one" with the ocean in this beautiful spot! A very gracious host who is there to assist with any need or question...it was the perfect vacation spot! I have visited Maui quite a few times in the past...but did not know Ma'alaea Bay. We found it to be a great central location to explore the entire island...and we did just that!!! The condo complex felt very private and and peaceful...and the building and grounds are well-maintained...a realĺy nice alternative to a big, busy sprawling resort. Such a peaceful haven to return to after a busy day of exploring the island. You will have all the sea turtle viewing you could possibly hope for...in their natural and undisturbed environment. Honu heaven...we LOVED it all!!!
Pat H.
August 2025

Stayed 5 days with my husband. Beautiful interior design with a mix of Asian and Hawaiian decor. The bedroom loft was unique and comfortable. Gorgeous view of Maalaea Bay with waves and surfers at times. Conveniently located for easy travel to all parts of the island. No AC so we kept the lanai open to let in the trade winds for cooling. Hosts were responsive and checked on us during the tsunami warning.
Corinna P.
August 2025

This an absolutely lovely property! Great location. Comfortable. Plenty of space and amenities. Highly recommend!
Terri A.
July 2025

The apartment is only a short distance from the airport. The pictures of the view it really don’t do it justice. It is a spectacular view.If I am to be critical in any way it would be the decor was a bit dated but bed were comfy and well equipped with everything you would need for your stay
stuart g.
July 2025

Really nice accomodation for good price. Good location wirh no crazy price for food & drinks.
Peter K.
July 2025

The beautiful view was amazing! We truly appreciated the quiet side of the island. Walked to restaurants, aquarium, shops, and the general store.
Lindsey J.
July 2025

It was perfect! The location, walking distance to restaurants and the harbor, amenities in the condo! Highly recommend!
Lindsey J.
July 2025

We have rented this property for a few years and we absolutely LOVE IT!!!!!
Janet U.
July 2025

Accurate listing, great location, amazing view!
Yevgeny N.
July 2025

Exceptionally Comfortable bed. Lotsa towels, TP, Shanpoo/Conditioner on hand. Centrally located. Will definitely stay again.
Michael S.
July 2025

We had an amazing stay here. The condo is beautiful. Clean. Comfortable. Great hosts. It has everything you could need for a great vacation. The views from the lanai are spectacular. Great location allowed us to easily explore Maui in many directions- from sunset at Haleakala to snorkeling in Lahaina, surfing in Kihei, and Road to Hana…. We were never too far from anything we wanted to see. Highly recommend!
TJ A.
July 2025

It was a fantastic visit . This condo is right by the ocean and very clean . Great views. Good access to beaches and other fun activities
Dinesh P.
July 2025

Can’t say enough about this condo…central Maui location, oceanfront, falling asleep to the sound of the ocean, sunrises, tastefully decorated and containing everything you need for your Hawaii vacation. Highly recommend!
Brad S.
July 2025

loved the closeness to the ocean, gorgeous views from the patio zero gravity chairs v appreciated for the beach as well as the coolers and great ice maker. The front bedroom was lovely and air conditioning worked well. Convenient location to sights. Was hoping for easier walking access to beach. Loved the turle sightings.
Jacki H.
June 2025

The view is amazing
Carlos A.
June 2025

Great place and location. We loved watching the sunrise off the Lani and the turtles in the evening, lots of amenities and very clean.
Renee
June 2025

Amazing views
Christina G.
June 2025

This place was great! Loved the view from the balcony and highly recommend if visiting Maui.

June 2025

Perfection!
Shanon B.
June 2025

Great location
Dawn K.
June 2025

Absolutely loved our stay. The condo was exactly as described and was a perfect location to everything that we wanted to do. My husband and son enjoyed using the golf clubs that was available to use with the condo. We would definitely stay here again.
Chris W.
May 2025

This property was perfect for relaxing, sunrises, and ease to get around rhe island. I would stay here again!!
Courtney F.
May 2025

Love staying in this location whenever I come to Maui. Unit was clean, has a beautiful view and was perfect for my one week getaway. Thank you!
Shawna W.
May 2025

We had a wonderful stay and our kids had a blast in the pool. We enjoyed sitting out on the Lanai and watching the ocean. Everyday we went down to the rocks to watch the turtles swim. We had an amazing dinner at Havens down the road. We all loved the Aquarium. We did put-put golf and enjoyed pizza from Point Break. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Danielle G.
May 2025

This was our third time staying in this condo and love it.
Kathy H.
May 2025

This was really a nice VRBO. Very clean, easy to access and park. They provided coffee, beach chairs, etc., all of things you would like for Maui. We went to dive and the diving was at Maalaea Harbor, so we were a 5 minute walk from the boat. I would say that there were only two drawbacks to the location. There weren't a lot of restaurants nearby (there's a nice pizza place and a fancy chop and seafood restaurant, but choices are limited). Second is that we found out it is the windiest part of the island and Maalaea is the second windiest harbor in the world - bring a kite!! Thanks for the great accomodations - Mahalo!
Scott L.
May 2025

Everything is great in this condo. The only negative is the peeler was pretty dull and I couldn’t find a lid that for the food storage containers other than that it was very nice. So not much bad to say indeed.
Robert A.
May 2025

We enjoyed our stay. The condo had everything we needed:Assigned parking spotElevatorGreat ocean viewFully equipped kitchenFast WiFiCeiling fans and A/C. Only negative- we couldn’t stay longer.
Stephen C.
May 2025

The setting of the penthouse is amazing. Views are for sure worth it. Had a wonderful stay! And if we vacation to Hawaii again we would stay here again
DONNA M.
May 2025

The property was just as described. What wasn't there was the proximity to EVERYTHING on Maui. What a great location for access to all the major sites and cities. Quiet, and beautiful views of the bay. The property is immaculate! People are friendly and will gladly point out things to do and see. Don't forget to watch for turtles feeding right off the sea wall! The owners are very helpful, and willing to share experiences for the trip of a life time! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Earleen A.
May 2025

Everything worked well and the condo was supplied with all the items necessary for a comfortable stay. The A/C worked excellent. The view from the balcony is superb!This is our 4th stay and hopefully we will be able to arrange a 5th stay next year!!
Bobby H.
April 2025

What a lovely way to celebrate my 80th birthday. The condo was very comfortable and was close to great restaurants.
Kathleen B.
April 2025

The condo has a direct oceanfront location with a fantastic view. You can watch the sea turtles right from your balcony. Location was perfect and the grounds were very nice. The condo is older and could use updating but it was fine and really it is all about the oceanfront balcony- you won’t spend much time in the rest of the condo! Highly recommended!
Jennifer F.
April 2025

This property is perfect! It has everything you need, including boogie boards, snorkel gear, chairs, umbrellas, sand toys, and anything else you can probably think of! It's clean, comfortable, and a great location! The nearby beaches are not busy at all! I will recommend to anyone visiting Maui to stay here!
Alicia W.
April 2025

Awesome central location.
joel g.
April 2025


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