Mahina Surf, Maui

Mahina Surf is an oceanfront condo resort located on 2 acres of lush tropical gardens in Napili-Honokowai, Hawaii, between Ka'anapali and Kapalua. The low-rise property features a heated saline pool, ocean-facing BBQ grills, and shared laundry facilities. Guests can enjoy stunning ocean views, daily sea turtle sightings, and easy access to nearby attractions, restaurants, and shops. The resort is a non-smoking property and offers ample free parking for guests.

    Mahina Surf Quick Facts:


  • Address: 4057 Lower Honoapiilani Rd,Lahaina, HI 96761
  • Property Size: ~2.3 acres (56 units)
  • Reviews: 4.89 / 5.0 (from 142 reviews)
  • Rentals: Mahina Surf Vacation Rentals

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What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 355 Guest Reviews


Reviewer Portrait

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.

Mahina Surf draws rave reviews for its oceanfront setting and mellow, small-complex vibe. Guests love the sweeping views, nightly sunsets, and the constant soundtrack of waves; many report spotting whales in season from their lanais and pool chairs, and walking a few steps to a small “turtle beach” where dozens of honu often bask. The grounds are lush and well kept, the saltwater/heated pool and oceanfront BBQs are standouts, and the location between Ka’anapali, Napili, and Kapalua makes beach-hopping, snorkeling, and dining easy without the big-resort bustle. Staff and on-site managers are frequently praised as friendly and helpful, and there’s a welcoming, family‑friendly community feel.

Inside, many condos are clean, comfortable, and well equipped, with full kitchens and often beach gear provided; several hosts/owners earn special mention for responsive communication. That said, units are individually owned and finishes vary: some are newly updated and beautifully furnished, while others feel dated or could use a deeper clean or minor maintenance. A consistent theme is that most units do not have air conditioning; ocean breezes and fans generally keep things pleasant, but lofts and west‑facing units can run warm in the late afternoon, and open windows can let in some road, pool, or bird/sprinkler noise depending on location.

Common trade‑offs to know: shoreline access is rocky (great for turtle watching and tide pools) and you’ll typically drive or walk to sandy swim beaches nearby; laundry is in a shared, coin/app‑operated facility rather than in‑unit. Being a tropical, oceanfront property, occasional ants or roaches are reported in some units, and cleanliness/stocking can vary by owner or manager, though issues are often addressed when reported. A few guests noted intermittent construction/landscaping activity and mixed experiences with third‑party managers, but overall sentiment is strongly positive: come for the views, wildlife, pool and grills, and low‑key atmosphere—just choose an updated unit with good airflow if you run warm and set expectations accordingly.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 355 reviews

Recent Mahina Surf Reviews


We had a great stay! The property was well-maintained and our family enjoyed both the condo and the shared amenities, taking advantage of the pool and BBQ's. The condo had all that we needed for cooking and comfort, and we greatly appreciated use of a cooler and beach chairs as we often packed a lunch and hit the road to explore the island. One of our favourite things about this location was the waterfront where Honu (green sea turtles) came daily to bask on the sand and rocks when the surf was calm enough. We counted 31 laying together one day!
Roxanne B.
April 2026

We had a great stay! My kids really loved having the big grass to play in and the turtles on the beach to watch! It was so dreamy sitting outside watching the waves.
Camille B.
April 2026

Property was fantastic. Great layout and plenty of space. Exactly as listed. Beds were comfortable and views of the Ocean from the balcony were great. Hosts were attentive to all needs. Location and property overall was pristine and nice to be able to use the ocean side BBQ's. Unit was fully loaded with all the supplies you need. Would not hesitate booking again.
Jordan M.
April 2026

Appreciate the responsiveness from the owner as well as all the information provided. We were fortunate enough to see about a dozen turtles on the property or next door!
Stephen S.
March 2026

Excellent condo in a small, quiet location with turtles, whales and the sound of waves. Perfect spot for getting around the island. Host was easy to communicate with and condo was kept in great shape and had everything we needed.
Kevin L.
February 2026

Host answered all our questions promptly. Beautiful property with tropical landscaping and gorgeous pool.We had everything we needed besides candles for when the electricity went off.
Diane D.
February 2026

This condo and condo complex are simply amazing. We are a family of 4, two boys, ages 8 and 5. We absolutely loved this place. First off, the condo itself was clean, very well stocked with all the amenities, which included the best linens and pillows I have ever had in a rental. It had everything a young family like us needed to go to the beach such as chairs, towels, umbrellas, cooler, and toys, plus much more. Secondly, the property grounds are beautiful and Vince, the property care taker goes non stop to ensure everyone is happy and comfortable. Hats off to you Vince. The other tenants were a bit older then us, but were very warm and inviting and made us feel right at home as soon as we arrived. Lastly, the area itself is perfect for families. Lot of grocery stores near by to get your essentials. Lots of shopping, golf, etc, less than 10 minutes away, but most importantly, there are so many beaches to visit and enjoy, all within 10 minutes of this condo. We will absolutely be back here! Thank you to our hosts for allowing us to stay.
Paul C.
February 2026

The host was very welcoming and was very helpful even when my travel brain could not manuver the very easy door lock for initial entry. The place was well stocked with cooking spices and great beach gear.
Laurie W.
January 2026

Fantastic stay in Maui! The property was clean, comfortable, and in a great location. Everything was exactly as described, and the host was easy to communicate with. We had a wonderful time and would definitely book again. Highly recommend!
Eloisa C.
January 2026

Everything was wonderful and communicates well. We cannot wait to come back. The turtles were amazing to watch and there were extra snorkels and beach chairs. Great location! Thank you Connie for sharing your home with us.
Jennifer K.
December 2025

Amazing view. Attractive host. We enjoyed our stay tremendously.
Catherine T.
September 2025

Connie did a wonderful job of making her house feel at home. She had so many wonderful details, from oils to seasonings, to kids toys and books. She also had so many outside hooks to hang up our wet items from our day of adventuring. She also purchased a screen door for the condo(which hardly other units had) which provided a much needed air flow for the condo. Connie was quick to reply, easy to contact and lovely to work with. The condo was absolutely stunning, the view was breathtaking, the pool, fantastic and the turtles we seen made this condo the perfect place to take your family. My kids are already talking about coming back, which i would not be opposed to! Hopefully some day we will.
Krystal M.
August 2025

This place is truly a hidden gem - ok maybe not so hidden as its always booked, but its just an exceptional view and stay. You're own fairly private sunsets every night. Pool with a view just steps away. 2 minute walk to see the turtles. As pretty much everyone says the loft get abit hot, fans work but it wont get cool. The daily constant breeze is the life safer. Place was clean and we appreciated the extra amenities (spices for cooking, cleaning supplies etc). Highly recommend!! Only downside - its on the west side of Maui, if you plan to do the HANA road, just know its about an hour drive to the east side of Maui before you officially start that road. Other than that, which isn't really a negative, the place is well worth the stay!!
Sam A.
August 2025

It was wonderful. Beautiful ocean view. The kids used the snorkel gear and checked out the turtles. We really enjoyed it.
Todd C.
August 2025

Location was great. There was a little beach by the property with sea turtles everyday. You did have to climb down some rocks to get there but nothing difficult. View from the lanai was beautiful. Check in was easy. Plenty of space for our family of three. The condo had everything we needed. Thank you!
Robyn Y.
August 2025

We absolutely loved our stay in your beautifully appointed property. Location was wonderful and turtles were a bonus. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us!!
Patricia G.
July 2025

Great stay for my family! What you see is what you get. The view off the lanai is stunning and where we spent most of our time while at the condo. Condo is well stocked and the host was very communicative and easy to contact if we had questions. The beds were comfy. It did get warm in the condo but we found that the ceiling fans and other provided fans helped. There is no AC. Would definitely stay here again!
DANA B.
June 2025

The Maui Turtle Condo at Mahina Surf was better than advertised. I'll start with the condo: The owner, Carol, was amazing to work with. She reached out to us right after we finalized the rental and was always there with information and help. Not that we needed any help once we got there! The condo is in tip top shape with plenty of room for our family of four. The views from the balcony were amazing.Mahina Surf is a great complex - the grounds are nice, the BBQ's are great, and the pool was nice after a day of exploring the island. We also thought that the location was perfect - felt like we were right in the middle of the West Shore and everything it has to offer.We will be staying here again in the future!
Torrey S.
June 2025

Unit was cleaned/well equipped with everything we needed. Would definitely stay again.Thanks so much
Marianee D.
April 2025

Since this condo is located directly on the ocean, we enjoyed listening to the ocean and experiencing beautiful ocean breezes every day. An additional bonus was the turtle beach located right next door…so worth seeing. Connie & Joe, owners of this condo, could not have been more accommodating or responsive. You won’t find a better host than these 2 individuals. Such a delightful stay.
Diane C.
May 2024

The description of the unit we stayed in is pretty much bang on, it certainly is a "piece of paradise". The unit is situated in a prime location. For the price we paid I have few recommendations; The surface cleaning was done just fine, however I feel it's time for a thorough deep clean (carpets, drawers, dusting) and a fresh paint job would do wonders for the place. An updated binder is required as it's not applicable with the existing tv remotes, as we had issues. A new set of towels would be great, (no longer white) in one of the bathrooms and limited face cloths. The cutlery/dishes/pots and pans/ bowls etc were plentiful, a new can opener would be good. The layout of the condo is very comfortable, as stated in the online listing the cabinetry and counter tops are beautiful, appliances all worked and the lanai was wonderful with an amazing view.
Dana V.
April 2024

We loved our stay at turtle condo. We adventured out for fun days of snorkeling at nearby beaches, but also felt very lucky to sit on the lanai in the morning and evening with a pair of binoculars watching turtles and whales. A happy, peaceful place! The unit is clean, comfortable, and well stocked.
Jennifer M.
April 2024

We loved our stay at Mahina Surf. The location was nice and quiet, and an easy drive to most places. We loved coming home at the end of the day to the views, the chill vibe and the great community that gathers here. We will come again for sure! Thanks for having us.
Erin S.
April 2024

the check in was a little stressful after a full day of air travel because the key was not left in the correct place but after getting in touch with Darren all was taken care of in just a matter of minutes The condo was even better than expected with a beautiful view of the ocean from the bslcony we highly recommend this condo to anyone
Rhonda M.
March 2024

Lovely spot north of Lahaina & Ka’anapali. Near West Maui beaches and all sights this side of Maui. Condo was perfect for our party of 3. All the little personal touches made it super comfortable to stay here. Lovely grounds, quiet family-friendly resort, heated pool is nice on a windy day. We Would come back!
sandy H.
March 2024

Location is fabulous. The host was so fun and easy to communicate with. She answered all of my questions. I would highly recommend staying here
Lindsey J.
January 2024

Wonderful property. Right on the water. It was great to listen to the surf from the condo. We saw whales breaching from the condo and enjoyed daily visits to the shore to watch the sea turtles. The pool is warm and great for the kids. Excellent hosts. We'll definitely return to this property if we come back to Maui.
Casey B.
January 2024

My family lives on another part of the island and we stayed at the Turtle Condo for a long weekend to celebrate my nephew’s birthday. The location was beautiful and the condo was comfortable and well appointed. The kids loved the pool and the beaches were great. Saw so many turtles. The grill area was well set up and beautiful for sunset. Enjoyed the beautiful views from the lanai. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Jenny H.
August 2023

Lovely stay for a family with two older (ages 11 and 15) boys. My younger liked the pool and my older liked snorkeling near the property. Appreciated having the full kitchen with an oceanfront view!
Jessica R.
August 2023

Lovely property. Exactly as pictured and described. Host is super friendly and really shows aloha spirit. Can’t go wrong with this listing. Super clean. Perfectly located. Mahalo for a stay that has filled our hearts with happy memories.
Michelle C.
July 2023

The condo was perfect. It was very nicely decorated. The view was mesmerizing. They provided everything you would need for a short term or long term stay. Kitchen with everything you would want. Pool and beach items a plenty. Definitely want to return.
Patricia N.
July 2023

Turtles just off the coast a few steps away from the door and they swim by the rocks seen from the balcony. The condo is clean, comfortable, well stocked and in a great location. The view from the balcony is sweeping and sunset is a great time to enjoy the courtyard for the views. The hosts do a great job of providing information of the area and the arrival/departure process. Thanks for a great stay!
jason b.
July 2023

amazing
David L.
July 2023

This property is offering everything needed for an amazing stay in Maui, very well located and very well maintained refurbished apartment! Forsure this is a place to come back
Raider R.
June 2023

Nice condo, nice pool, great location! This was the right way to end our first Maui vacation. I will definitely try to stay here, again.
Franklin W.
June 2023

Beautiful condo. The condo is so family oriented lots of room. Decorated perfectly. Very welcoming. Gorgeous views. Turtles amazing. Would definitely stay again. Great location. Thank you . Sue
Susan P.
June 2023

My sister, niece and myself could not have been more pleased with the accommodations and location. Getting back and forth to Lahaina for the 50th anniversary Luau in honor Trilogy Excursions was a piece of cake. We loved the turtles and the pool, and just everything. If we go back to Maui, this is where we will stay! Thank you!!
Leslie H.
May 2023

The place was beautiful, well stocked, clean, and had everything we needed. Such a beautiful view from the patio, and the owners were wonderful to work with. Quick response if we needed anything. We will be back!
beth w.
May 2023

Very comfortable condo! We really loved it here. Can't think of anything that was not just perfect. Such a great location.
Julie J.
April 2023

We found the home very comfortable. Breeze off the ocean made it so pleasant, and the view is stunning. We didn’t hang out at home much. Basically used the home as a crash pad for daily adventure sightseeing.
Stephanie C.
April 2023

I love Mahina Surf and this unit was super well appointed- it had everything, even a baby bottle brush! The owners worked with me so I could get some rented baby furniture delivered ahead of our stay and were very nice. Just be aware this is a second story unit and there’s a lot of stairs to get to the unit and then in the unit. Sort of tough with a baby and stroller etc etc.
Melanie D.
April 2023

We spent 10 days in this bright and clean condo. The best part was sitting on the deck with views of the ocean. Perfect for turtle and whale watching!
Kimberly B.
March 2023

We enjoyed our stay. Very nice unit. Responsive host. Beautiful location! Strongly recommend!
Ron W.
March 2023

I, my Husband and Son with fiance had a wonderful time in Maui and this condo was great. Plenty of room for the four of us. Had all appliances, dishes, etc we needed. Loved visiting the turtles and watching whales breach all day long. Never gets tiring. Sunsets were awesome along with the outdoor grills and pool. Liked the location on the island. Plenty of hikes, snorkeling and surfing. Thank you.
Jan I.
March 2023

Mahina Surf property has it all in gorgeous setting with best pool, honu abound and whale watching. Easy walk to morning coffee and the Times grocery store. Our condo was beautifully updated with well stocked kitchen appliances, wifi/tv in every room and fantastic view from the lanai. I would return again and again. Mahalo for sharing your bit of paradise with us.
Maria G.
February 2023

Absolutely loved our stay! From the minute we booked, I knew this was going to be a good experience as Connie was super flexible with our dates and itinerary. She sent over so much helpful info well before our stay so we could prepare accordingly which was especially useful with our three girls (11,9,7). The property is conveniently located with short drives to great beaches and downtown Lahaina. The unit is slightly dated but clean and cozy and what it lacks in modern amenities it more than makes up for with an unreal view. We sat on the lanai and watched whales and turtles every morning and night and had our own private spot to watch the sunset. And speaking of turtles, if you’re a nature lover like my family is, this is the place for you. The little turtle beach in front of the property became our favorite place to check out everyday - we counted up to 30 turtles sleeping out there one night! We would certainly rebook on our next trip and are grateful for the communication before and during our trip, too!
Matthew K.
January 2023

A nice property with a beautiful view and turtles to greet you on the beach. Furnishings of the condo were good. The kitchen pans needed to be replaced. More towels and sheets could be provided. A little noisy being next to the pool. Fans made noise after being on awhile . There was no battery in the fan remote in upstairs bedroom.
Helen D.
January 2023

Nice property. The pictures don’t actually do the view justice. The unit has a partially obstructed view of the ocean but it’s better than it looks from the pictures. The property itself is beautifully maintained. And we were lucky enough to see a group if sea turtles swim in on two if the evenings.
Nick L.
January 2023

Loved this property! It was the perfect size for my husband and myself and two young boys. They loved the loft as their own space. The beds were all super comfortable. We were so happy that there were some staples there for us, enough for a week, such as toilet paper, paper towels, dishwashing pods, dishwashing detergent and toiletries in each bathroom. The view was unbelievable from sunrise to sunset. We saw 14 turtles at one time on the little adjacent beach property. The pool was perfect for our family. Everyone around was personable and friendly. The laundry area was coin or app pay which was helpful. Plenty of parking. We were close to many great restaurants and beaches! Connie also had beach chairs and sand toys in the closet for us and we used them everyday. She was also responsive and helpful when I texted her. She worked with us to even add a day on the front of our planned trip. Overall I couldn’t say enough. If I could come back every year I would. Perfect trip and perfect place to stay for our family of four!
Emily W.
December 2022

The hosts keep an amazing condo. This is our second time in this same unit. The views are incredible the environment is peaceful. It really is a small piece of paradise. The entire complex is quiet, family friendly, and an overall excellent place to spend your time. Top notch experience looking forward to our next visit. The hosts are genuinely kind and super responsive. A+
matthew w.
December 2022


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