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 our stay at Makani Sands with a toddler. It is conveniently located near restaurants and grocery. Being able to cook our breakfast and doing laundry wasn't something one would expect, but having that flexibility with a toddler is something I was glad about. They provide beach chair, cooler bags, sun hats, beach ball, beach towels etc, so you wouldn't have to worry about bringing those. The benefit of access to the beach privately was something I realized after I left the place. I wish I could go back and soak in more of it. Definitely staying here when we are back in Maui.
Prakriti G.
July 2025
The property is absolutely amazing!! Better in person that the description and pictures!! The view…… breathtaking! Tammy was WONDERFUL!! We will be telling family and friends about this place!
Joy Y.
July 2025
This property is one of the nicest clean and inviting place I have stayed. Check in was easy, location was great and the management was easy to work with. I would highly recommend this property to any travelers.
Rick M.
July 2025
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 stayed 6 nights at the Makani Sands! Great location with a nice beach and spectacular view. Great location - convenient to food, fun, stores, and beaches.
Kenneth T.
July 2025
Its a nice, not crowded place to stay. Snorkled with sea turtles every day. Use a tide chart to know when to go. Pool was nice to have access to. Beds were comfy. Kitchen was well equipped. Washer and dryer worked well.
Russell C.
July 2025
This was the most enjoyable place of our stay. We enjoyed the home and Location.The Building was well maintained and the communication was good with the manager. This place had everything we needed. We look forward to staying again!Mahalo!
Maurice S.
June 2025
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:
This condo is two floors and very spacious. The beds and sofas were comfortable and rooms were clean. The dressers and nightstands could use replacements, as some drawers were difficult to open and showing their age. We had everything we needed in the kitchen and bathrooms for our stay and all items were in good working order. Two of the bathrooms looked upgraded and beautiful. We ate on the balconies and listened to the waves each morning. The views from the balconies were gorgeous! We saw rainbows over the water many days, snorkeled below with turtles and tropical fish, and saw spinner dolphins. Snorkeling at low tide is best. There was equipment for both beach and snorkeling in an outdoor storage box on the lower balcony. The management team was incredibly nice, helpful, and gave us advice for the best beaches, restaurants, etc. I highly suggest Kaanapali Black Rock Beach to swim with sea turtles and tropical fish! This was a wonderful condo and amazing location! We would definitely stay here again!
Karen S.
June 2025
My family and I stayed at Makani Sands and enjoyed gorgeous ocean views. We loved having the ocean right outside, and enjoyed hanging out on the patio and balconies. Our apartment was very clean and well maintained. Would highly recommend for anyone coming to Maui. Great location to, could walk to coffee shops, restaurants, bakeries,etc.
lisa w.
June 2025
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:
Relaxing and peaceful
June 2025
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 our stay here. Ocean front views, turtles, and a beautiful sunset every night. We also loved joining in blowing the conch shells to honor the Hawaiian gods at sunset. The accommodations were exactly as pictured and very comfortable. A short walk to Bad *** Coffee and our fave sushi place Miso Phat. Everyone on the property was very kind and welcoming.
Corrie W.
June 2025
Rating Details:
The property manager was very 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:
This is our second stay at Makani Sands and we are already looking forward to returning. This is an excellent location and a reasonably priced condo.
Jeana T.
June 2025
This property is amazing! The unit had the most amazing view, was spacious, clean, and within walking distance to restaurants and the ocean. Being able to enjoy my morning coffee or an evening glass of wine overlooking the ocean was perfection! This unit was perfect for our group of 5 and could easily accommodate a few more guests. Parking was very convenient and having a washer and dryer were also very useful. One of my favorite things about this place was swimming with sea turtles in the evenings. We saw so many of them! We would definitely return here again!
Tiffany G.
June 2025
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:
Great location with oceanfront views and direct access to the ocean and the grills, lounge chairs, etc from your patio. Saw sea turtles every day during our late May visit. Just a few minutes walk to the beach and to Bad *** Coffee. Just a few minutes drive to Miso Phat Sushi and Kaanapali beach. Condo was clean, people were friendly.
Corrie W.
June 2025
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:
Will give this rental a positive 5 for everything. Will be coming back someday!!!!!
MARILYN B.
June 2025
We are a family of 6 with adult children. This rental worked great for us because it was very spacious and we enjoyed spending a lot of time on the lanai enjoying the ocean view. It was also fun to swim in the ocean at the resort during low tide. We saw lots of turtles. The finishes at the property were not very updated, but the spaciousness and cleanliness made up for it. The entire staff was very helpful and friendly.
Kim F.
June 2025
The place was amazing. The keys we were originally given were totally different keys once they got replaced. My only complaint is the person who cleans the cement at 6am every day. He uses a metal shovel to scrape sand up and move furniture around. Maybe change that to a later time?
Keysha C.
May 2025
Well managed and quiet.
Maureen N.
May 2025
location was great. view from balconey awesome. only downside was the floors are very dirty. I hand washed the floor in the kitchen and was amazed at the dirt. Also when I walked around in the unit the bottoms of my feet would become very dirty. The screen on the deck needs to be repaired, as we had a lizard visit us. Very enjoyable, would rent again.
Irene R.
May 2025
Beautiful well stocked and clean. Everything you need they have. We will definately rebook. So many turtles daily. Loved the two balconies!Thank you …much love from the Conrardy Family!
JACKIE C.
April 2025
We were very pleased with the accommodations, the staff and the location. It is a beautiful spot on the water with activities for all ages. We couldn’t have asked for anything more and we are sure to return.
Irene L.
April 2025
We had an amazing time here. Everything you could ask for from amenities. Amazing views also
Jake M.
April 2025
We had the most beautiful view from our lanai. We were able to see and swim with the sea turtles right in front of our condo. The sea turtles are in front of our condo morning, noon and night. Incredibly neat! We watched whales jump from the water in the distance. We were within walking distance to small shops and beaches. Pictures do not do justice to how beautiful this place is. Our condo was updated and very clean. We will definitely visit Makani Sands again.
George W.
April 2025
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:
Everything was so easy and painless. It was so clean and ready for us! Any questions we had they were so quick to respond and so friendly. All on site staff going around was super friendly. We absolutely loved our stay and any time moving forward that we are in Maui, this is where we will be staying!
Courtney J.
April 2025
Perfect for large family
Justin L.
April 2025
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Positives: Location was amazing, quiet neighborhood and building, wonderfully renovated unit, nice pool, great variety of containers/kitchen utensils/cooking items, nice beach towels, washer/dryer, walking distance to a few bakeries/shops and a public park/beach, good WiFi, comfy balcony furniture and wonderful views from living room and master bedroom balconies (a must if you like to read on the balcony like I do!) Areas for improvement: Despite keeping everything cleaned there were small gnats/bugs on the kitchen counters that got into any food that wasn’t wrapped tightly (need to keep all food in fridge or in containers), no ziploc bags/aluminum foil/clips/twist ties to use, first floor twin bedroom had no natural light unless you opened the tinted glass window blinds (which was not an option if you had the ac on and it also allowed everyone walking by to see inside), queen bedroom on 2nd floor has small balcony with a nice view but the ac unit sits on that balcony and blows hot air making it uncomfortable to sit out there, king bed was quite firm and could use a thin pad cushion or something similar.
Keri P.
April 2025
The place was perfect for my husband and I! It had everything we needed to make it seem like home. The view of the ocean from our lanai was breathtaking. If we ever visit Maui again, this is where we will be staying :)
Debbie G.
April 2025
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 had a wonderful experience. The location could not have been better. Very well maintained daily. Local grocery store and coffee nearby. The kids enjoyed our front row view of turtles and whales. Welcomed with a box of chocolates, a special touch. Mahalo! We made many special memories. 🌺
Pearla T.
April 2025
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:
My family had a wonderful stay! Plenty of space for a large family and stocked with pretty much everything you’ll need. The condo itself is oceanfront and we enjoyed watching the sea turtles all day everyday. We were also able to see humpback whales from our balconies and that was dreamy! There’s a clean pool for fun down time and shops, grocery stores, coffee, and some restaurants are a short walk away. It was the perfect place for our family; you won’t regret it!
Melanie T.
March 2025
What an amazing place to stay! With the ocean steps away from our patio, we saw turtles and whales spouting from far away. The sunsets were absolutely fantastic - so many pictures. The condo was perfect with all it's amenities making it feel like home. Waking up each morning and making coffee and sitting outside with the view was the highlight of the trip :)
Debbie G.
March 2025
Makani Sands is a well-maintained property located right on the beach but close to a variety of restaurants and shops and just down the road from the largest of the Lahaina area resorts. The property managers are considerate and professional and insured a comfortable stay for us. Our unit was clean, everything worked, and had a great view of the ocean where we watched the turtles swim by and whales breaching daily.
Gary Y.
March 2025
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 property and exactly as it was described. Relaxing and close to everything.
sherry alicia t.
March 2025
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We stayed on Maui to celebrate my wife, her mother, and grandmother who were all celebrating milestone birthdays this year. We had a great time. The property was incredible. We checked in on a Sunday afternoon after a delayed flight in and the process was super easy. Within 5 minutes of arriving, we'd already seen whales and sea turtles off the balcony. This would continue to be a feature for the entire trip. It's walking distance from many shops, restaurants, and recreation, and the well equipped kitchen makes it easy to save money by cooking some of your meals instead of going out. The beach and patio in the back are great and there are grills for cooking out. After long days of running around or hanging out at the beach, the heated pool was great to relax in and end the day. There was very little that wasn't answered ahead of time, but Tammy was available for any questions and was super friendly. If we had to offer any constructive criticism, it would be that the lights and AC sometimes seemed counterintuitive to use. Most likely it was user error and didn't hinder our experience in the least. We enjoyed many hours on the lanais watching the whales, turtles, sunsets, and stars. We'll definitely be back to Maui and when we do we'll be staying at Makani Sands!
Todd W.
March 2025
Being able to sit on the lanai and watch the whales was amazing. We would definitely go back.
Gregory H.
March 2025
Our friends and family trip from Arizona has been unforgettable. Whales and turtles from the lanai, amazing snorkeling spots within 15 minutes driving, great food spots that are within walking distance. Thank you for sharing this property so we could all have a Maui trip adventure that our families could share together.
Steven Z.
March 2025
What an absolutely beautiful location. We enjoyed watching the whales from the two lanais and hearing the ocean waves at night.Being a corner unit, we had more light and better views from the lanais. The building is conveniently located within walking distance to a beach park and coffee shops and restaurants.
Tom C.
March 2025
Very nice placeGreat place in the water
Robert M.
March 2025
The ocean view was amazing! We enjoyed quite a few whale and sea turtle sightings from our balconies. The upkeep of the property is great.
Todd M.
February 2025
Great view, great location
Charles B.
February 2025
The condo was in a great location and in great condition. We had a wonderful vacation...
matthew s.
February 2025
What a great week at Makani Sands! We had plenty of space for our extended family of 7 adults and a toddler. It was nice to have easy access to the ocean for snorkeling and a breathtaking view from the lanais for so much whale watching. The condo was exactly as pictured and the property staff was friendly, accommodating, and very helpful 11/10 would stay again with a large group!
Kellie S.
February 2025
We have been going to Makani Sands for years and we just loved this unit. Right in front of the ocean, well equipped (they even had beach chairs and umbrella!) Very prompt help when there were wifi issues. Overall excellent experience.
Robert B.
February 2025
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:
Super clean condo, every amenity you need, whale watching from balcony, clean pool, very accomidating service too!
Lisa S.
February 2025
An older property that has been updated. The open windows allow you to listen to the waves at night. Close to everything.
cvdavis
February 2025
Well equipped kitchen. Ample living supplies (TP, paper towels, laundry detergent, etc.) - enough for 2 weeks. Good visibility for whale watching. Includes everything you need for your trip to the beach. Master bath is on the small side.
Rich H.
February 2025
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:
Relaxing vacation unfortunately just a week. Period. Enjoyed revisiting, longtime friends.. and the location is just perfect facilities are very nice.So restful and enjoyable. The staff is great always willing to help out..
Ted S.
February 2025
We wanted a place right on the ocean so we could hear it and see it. This oceanfront did NOT disappoint. Nope, no beach, but it's winter in Maui and this time of year the ocean is strong and takes the sand with it. It didn't matter that there wasn't a beach here, we were still able to travel just down the road and there was beach for us to layout on and play in the water at. The condo gives way to an amazing view of two other islands and we saw many humpback whales (bring binoculars) and sea turtles from the lanai. Everyone was compliant with the quiet hours, so no noise complaints. The condo is located close to shopping, dining and the beach. Great sunsets. Matt was prompt in responding to any questions I had. Would highly recommend and stay here again.
Sandy C.
February 2025
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:
Loved it. Loved it. Loved it! Tammy and Rick are great. The room was fine....BUT....only one thing. Trim the Hibiscus on the left as you're looking out on the lani from the blocks the south view and that is one of the thinI come to Maui and Makani Sands for...the awesome view. A plus plus plus!!!
Roxanne V.
February 2025
Great location with waterfront views! Loved watching for whales and turtles.
Sierra G.
February 2025
Condo is in a great location with wonderful views of the ocean. Property manager was excellent. She made check in and check out easy. Pool area and ocean front deck were perfect for enjoying the sunshine. Condo had everything we needed but could use some updating.
Aimee H.
February 2025
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Debbie & Tammy were amazing! The apartment is excellent and equipped with a washer and dryer (very helpful when island hopping on holiday). The sliding doors open onto the common area which faces the sea. We regularly saw green turtles swim right in front and got some amazing shots. You could also see whale breaches in the distance directly in front of this apartment. Our stay was great and Tammy gave us a few Christmas ornaments as a memento of our trip that will go up on our 2025 Christmas tree.I ended up having 2 slipped discs, mistaken as sciatic pain, and they were empathetic, provided me with a cold water bottle to rub to ease the pain. My gratitude to Tammy & Debbie for their hospitality and kindness.The apartment and location are excellent and the turtles and whales were icing on the cake that made our stay memorable. We also saw the reflection of the moon on the sea early in the morning. It was amazing! I would highly recommend staying here and will stay again when I visit next. Mahalo!
Clint D.
February 2025