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.
Maui Kamaole earns strong reviews for its south Kihei location and laid‑back, low‑rise resort feel. Guests love being across from Kamaole III and near Keawakapu Beach, with easy access to Wailea, snorkeling and Molokini boat launches at the nearby Kihei boat ramp. The grounds are a highlight—meticulously landscaped, quiet, and dotted with grills, tennis courts, and two distinct pool areas (a lagoon/waterfall “upper” pool and a simpler “lower” pool). Many units offer ocean and sunset views from spacious lanais, and assigned parking close to each condo is convenient.
Inside, most condos are described as clean, roomy, and very well equipped for self‑catering and beach days—think full kitchens (often with sharp knives and useful gadgets), in‑suite laundry, plenty of towels, and a stash of gear like chairs, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards and snorkel sets. Beds are frequently called comfortable, AC and ceiling fans keep things cool, and hosts/property managers are generally responsive and proactive. Many units have been tastefully updated, and repeat guests praise the consistency of the complex and its peaceful vibe.
Common trade‑offs to consider: this is a quiet community with fairly strict pool and quiet‑hour rules, which some families with energetic kids found limiting. Because units are individually owned, decor and upkeep can vary—some feel dated or have minor maintenance quirks (TV setup, an appliance, or a washer/dryer), and in a tropical climate occasional ants or roaches are reported, though managers typically respond quickly. Sound can travel between floors, several buildings sit up a hill (the walk back from the beach can be a mild climb), and many units have stairs or loft bedrooms with limited privacy. Supplies like spices or coffee and the amount/condition of beach gear differ by unit. Overall, travelers seeking a calm, well‑kept condo base near great beaches—and who prefer self‑sufficiency over full‑service resort bustle—tend to be very happy here.
This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews
Good location with easy access to beaches, restaurants and a grocery store. Unit was nicely furnished and appointed. Pool was great.
Laura L.
November 2025
Had a lovely stay. Beautiful grounds, unit was well stocked and clean. Great range of beach equipment. Beautiful pool - but after 6pm no noise allowed which kind of put a damper on things for my kids. Excellent and quick communication with the host and easy check in. Would stay again
Jared L.
November 2025
We were extremely happy with the location, cleanliness, amenities and overall care of the condo. Directions for use was easily understood and all the information we needed for staying was easily accessible.
Cheryl B.
November 2025
Very clean upon arrival, smelled of eucalyptus! The beach chairs and towels came in handy and were a very convenient perk of this stay.
Sami S.
November 2025
Great location. Comfortable beds and well stocked kitchen. Laura was a great communicator and we would love to stay here again!
Katie C.
November 2025
Everything was in great shape. Comfortable property, very nicely maintained. Would definitely recommend!
Robert S.
November 2025
Location!! The bed was very comfortable. Great vacation!!!
Lisa B.
November 2025
Clean, spacious, beautiful view. Convenient to everything. Host was great to work with.
Richard M.
November 2025
Great
Tom G.
November 2025
Wonderful!
Shannon M.
November 2025
We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the place. The view is spectacular! Appreciated the shampoo, conditioner, body wash and other kitchen/bathroom essentials. I would definitely stay again!
Jennifer S.
November 2025
This unit was a great place to stay for our entire family. Everything we needed and we loved it. We asked for a late checkout due to our 1130 flight at night. You gave us all the time we needed so we weren’t just sitting around waiting for our flight at the airport. That was very nice touch to what was a fantastic place to stay
Leanne L.
November 2025
Host was very prompt and helpfull!
David F.
November 2025
Great location; close to Wailea beaches, restaurants and local Kamaole beaches. Providing a wide variety of beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, snorkeling gear and boogie boards and many other play equipment was a real plus! Hosts very responsive via email. Nice view off deck. Would stay here again.
Tom W.
November 2025
Dorothy’s unit was perfect for our family of 4. Great communication with owner & check in. Close to pool. Close to shops & beach. Very clean unit. We liked the proximity to our designated parking spot as well. We definitely would stay here again!
Cierra P.
November 2025
Craig and Jill are the most attentive and gracious hosts. Their unit is upgraded, spotless, organized and feels like a home. I never want to leave. I have stayed in many units at MK.. by far J115 is my favorite. Thank you so much for the lovely memories. Literally cant wait to return. Jan & Neil
Jan J.
November 2025
This unit and its location were perfect. The host was very communicative and helpful. The unit was super comfortable and had everything we needed. Lots of attention to detail. Beautiful sunsets from the balcony. The beach to the left just south of K-3 was so nice. Turtles are always swimming in the rocks across the street. Catch a boat to Molokini at the launch right across the street. Easy to walk up the street to shops. We stayed 10 days. We could have easily stayed longer.
Karen S.
November 2025
Dylan was very prompt, helpful, and accommodating with questions and needs. The Unit was clean and comfortable, kitchen was well equipped. This will not be our last visit to Maui Kamaole.
Mark M.
November 2025
The extra bedding was in three different places- closets. It would have been nice to have a booklet with information laid out. How to operate TV remotes. Bedroom TV remote volume button was broken. When we arrived, it was difficult figuring out if we had to deal with the host or Coldwell about the bedding issue. Got the running around on it.
Evelyn E.
November 2025
Host was accommodating and prompt with messaging.Photos of unit realistic and no issues came up.Easy 3-4 minute walk to the beach.Great stay!
grant s.
November 2025
We love the Maui Kamaole! We have stayed here many times. This unit is excellent. Very clean and comfortable. Super close to the upper pool. Our single issue is the pool rules with little kids. Quiet hours start at 6pm. And people expect “quiet” during that period. We are considerate people and did our best to keep our children quiet. But the rules really allow grumpy people to run the show and bark at our kids being (subjectively) loud. It was really unfortunate. We haven’t ever ran into this issue in the past. So those traveling with children be advised. Quiet hours can be rough. Otherwise we had a perfectly fabulous stay.
Thadd W.
November 2025
The condo was very comfortable; had everything we needed. Was conveniently located between the two pools and had a beautiful lanai.
Jonie C.
November 2025
Our second stay in this condo and the experience was just as good as the 2019 visit. The grounds are excellent and well-kept as is the condo itself. Handy beach gear, good air-con and all the home comforts you would expect. Scott the host is very prompt with answers to questions etc. All in all an excellent experience.
Nicholas J.
October 2025
Absolutely amazing condo, loved it. Thank you!
James M.
October 2025
The host, Mark, was very accommodating and was great at keeping contact before and during the stay to ensure we had a fantastic stay! The rental was very well equipped and had everything we needed and more. The location is pefect with great views, we hope to return soon!
Christina M.
October 2025
She was very quick to respond to any questions I had! The unit was very inviting and felt like home every time I returned to it. The location is wonderful, the beds were very comfortable, and the garden view was beautiful! I would stay here again without question!!
Nancy H.
October 2025
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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 really enjoyed our stay. Rentals Maui made the whole process easy. The condo had everything we needed. The only suggestion we can think of is that it would be really nice to have a pedestal fan on the enclosed back patio. It gets pretty hot out there. We will be back!
Linda M.
October 2025
Enjoyed staying at Tom and Angie’s place! Perfect location. Perfect amount of space. Very comfortable. Right next to the tennis courts and one of the swimming pools was right around the corner. Plenty of beach chairs and snorkel gear to use! Short walk to the beach and near lots of restaurants. We will definitely be back!!
Meredith W.
October 2025
Great condo, very clean and updated. Host was responsive when we had questions. Worked perfectly for our trip. Would stay again next time.
Mary S.
October 2025
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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 in the condo for a week in October. Everything about it was great. It was very clean and incredibly well stocked. We enjoyed being on the patio overlooking the ocean. The bed and pillows were very comfortable, and the air conditioning worked great in the living room and in the bedroom. This was one of our favorite vacation rentals. We highly recommend it.
Denise B.
October 2025
Great place to stay!
Amy B.
October 2025
Beautifully decorated modern condo with a kitchen that has everything you could possibly want for cooking. Many condos I researched had a second bedroom designed for kids. In this one both bedrooms have large comfortable beds and en suite bathrooms, so it's ideal for friends sharing the unit, and each room had it's own private lanai. The view of the ocean and mountains from the lanai off the living room was lovely. The two pools were nice, but the main draw for me was being off the main roadway but still only a five-minute walk to the Kamaole beaches. The Wailea Property managers and staff were friendly and quick to respond to any questions and to fix a few very minor issues, and I appreciated being greeted with a yummy gift basket and a very useful beach tote.
Sandy B.
October 2025
The place is spacious and has everything you might need. Bed was comfortable. The unit has AC and works well. Ken was responsive and prompt when needed. The pool was amazing and the spa worked very well. We loved the amenities.
Brenda S.
October 2025
Clean room with air conditioning. Easy access to the pool
Kefang X.
October 2025
Very well furnished
Mark C.
October 2025
This condo has an excellent location in Kihei, very easy to get to several of the islands best beaches. Chairs, cooler and other beach items were available and so convenient to have for use. The grounds at this property are like being in paradise, lush and so well maintained. The pool is also wonderful and just steps away from the condo. Loved our stay, it was peaceful, quiet and gorgeous spot to be!!!
Jillian R.
October 2025
Comfortable but requires a replacement of old A/C in LR & Bdrm. Very noisy. Rusted units. Sprays water in patio area.
Peter W.
October 2025
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The unit was nice and had everything we needed. It was clean. Bed was comfortable. One toilet was broken but management came right away to fix it. The only problem we had was a horrific whistling from the water pipes that kept us up all night for three nights. We finally gave up and left two nights early. We don't know if this was a unit problem or a building problem. We've stayed in other J units before and did not have this problem.
Eve G.
October 2025
This condo has an amazing view that changes all day as the sun moves. Breathtaking! The condo has everything you need and is quite comfortable. The host, Mark, is very attentive and gracious. The condo is walkable to the beach, stores and restaurants. The condo amenities are excellent - common BBQ, pool and spa. We had a great 2 week stay!
Carol C.
October 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 have stayed here before, so it was a very easy decision to book again.
Glen M.
October 2025
We absolutely loved our stay here! The place was very nice and loved the property! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Brandon K.
October 2025
Love the location! Short walk to the beach for sunsets!
Jeff H.
October 2025
Condo was nice enough and as advertised in pictures. View from lanai was beautiful and very much appreciated beach chairs available for use. Kitchen was well equipped. A few issues. Condo was quite warm bordering on hot when we arrived. Condo is equipped with 3 split system AC units and they took quite a while to cool down unit. Would have been better if AC had been turned on few hours before arrival.Condo has 3 Smart TV's but we had trouble getting all to connect to cable or stream. We finally sorted things out after finding new remote and jiggering with TV cablesA caution... We were not expecting the # of stairs, 15 total, to get into the condo. If you have mobility issues, be warned.
Keith K.
October 2025
Clean, nice location, beautiful grounds. Very comfortable beds. Good AC. Good size for a family of 5. Nice kitchen, and washer and dryer.
Rob B.
October 2025
The property was very welcoming and clean. Our hosts were helpful and accommodating the entire process, and made us feel at home. We had everything we needed and appreciated all the recommendations for places to eat.
Katrina M.
October 2025
This condo was just as advertised. Great views of the ocean. Very roomy, had all the amenities and more! Host were great to work with!
Matt H.
October 2025
The A/C in the bedroom didn’t work but was fixed later in the stay. The fold out bed was horrible so I just slept on the couch, better but not good. The beach umbrellas were both broken so I had to rent one. The TV screen worked but management was unable to tell me how to get to the Spectrum channel guide. Then came the ants which woke me up at 3am because they were all over me. Had to shower them off but still came back. Aside from that, had a great time.
Steve F.
October 2025
Condo was clean and convenient. Appliances however were dated: rust on the fridge and dials on the stove were worn and faded.
Francis C.
September 2025
Cherrie helped us out with a last min booking. This is our 3rd time staying at her place and it’s always great. Highly recommend!
Sadie C.
September 2025
The condo was ery well equipped with beach gear and household items.
Gary R.
September 2025