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.
Staying at Menehune Shores feels quintessentially oceanfront: you’re steps from the sand with sweeping lanai views of Maalaea Bay, nightly sunsets, and in-season whale sightings. A unique highlight is the historic rock fishpond right out front, which creates a shallow, protected lagoon that’s ideal for kids and calmer swims; sea turtles regularly rest on the rocks here. Guests love the quiet, well-kept grounds, heated pool (heater occasionally down), big grassy lawn, shuffleboard, and the panoramic rooftop with BBQs and a convivial sunset vibe. The North Kihei location is central for exploring Maui (Wailea, Haleakalā, Road to Hana, airport), yet feels laid back and uncrowded.
Condos vary by owner, but the overall theme is clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. Many units are updated and thoughtfully stocked with beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, snorkel sets), full kitchens, and in‑unit laundry; hosts and managers are frequently praised as responsive and accommodating. Some units have efficient mini‑split A/C in bedrooms/living areas, while others rely on trade winds, ceiling fans, and cross‑breezes; most guests report sleeping comfortably with windows open. Nice pluses: easy beach access, a quick walk to Kalepolepo Beach Park and the Humpback Whale Sanctuary, rooftop grilling, and an onsite Indian restaurant (Monsoon) that many enjoy.
Good to know: this is an older, well‑maintained complex, and individual units differ in décor and features—read the specific listing for A/C coverage, shade on the lanai, and recent updates. Afternoons can be windy, and the bay water here is often shallow and can look murkier than the postcard‑blue beaches; for clearer snorkeling or bigger waves, plan short drives to Wailea/Kapalua. Common nits mentioned across reviews include tight parking stalls and occasional road noise in end units, sporadic pool heater outages or maintenance closures (no hot tub), limited shade at the pool/roof, and the rare cleanliness or pest issue that’s typically addressed when reported. Overall sentiment is strongly positive: guests highlight the views, turtle encounters, central convenience, and family‑friendly setting—and many say they’d happily return.
This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews
We had a wonderful stay at this Maui condo. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom layout was spacious and comfortable, and the full kitchen had everything we needed. The lanai was a highlight—overlooking the ocean, it was the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the view. Clean, well-maintained, and ideally located, this condo made our trip truly memorable. Would definitely stay here again.
Kerrie S.
January 2026
Our family stayed in this lovely condo for a week. We had a wonderful time. It has a beautiful ocean view. Our kids loved seeing the turtles and playing shuffleboard on the lawn. The condo itself has a well appointed kitchen and all the beach stuff you could want! A bonus for me was that they used kettlebells as doorstops so I had some weights for a few workouts! We will definitely be coming back.
Maya R.
December 2025
Great location and amenities in both the condo and onsite. Views are amazing from the main bedroom and living space! However we found it slightly uncomfortable sitting outside at the table on the lanai due to the AC units noise and blowing warm air on you the whole time. Other than that, no complaints at all. Close and conveniently located to everything Kihei.
LeeAnn E.
December 2025
The 3 bedrooms were just perfect for our family of 7. The condo was equipped with all amenities. What makes this an extra special place is the walk from patio to lawn area then beach!! Our grandkids loved the lawn area and pool area! The sunsets were amazing and swimming with turtles right beyond the condo was extra special! We appreciate the owner's communication and responsiveness. A great place to stay for families!
Lucinda W.
December 2025
The place was as advertised, good location.
David B.
December 2025
Host communicated well, amenities were everything we needed.
Kelsey B.
December 2025
Our host Pamela was amazing. Let us check our early which was much appreciated
Stacey W.
December 2025
Great condo, perfect view of the beach.
HOWARD S.
December 2025
Great location! Great amenities like beach chairs, and boogie boards. We would definitely come back here again!
Brock D.
December 2025
We loved our stay at this property. It was well maintained, great central location and had everything our family needed! We’d definitely choose this property again in the future, highly recommend!
Christina W.
December 2025
Great host and location, with excellent amenities through and though. The rooftop offers great views and top end gills (4) with plenty of seating for family dinners! Unit was very well appointed with great upgrades, particularly in the bathrooms, plenty of room for a family of 4. In unit laundry was very convenient. Thank you!
John A.
December 2025
excellent beach location
Rickey T.
December 2025
The owner saved our vacation! Awesome location, awesome rental. This was our 2nd time to Maui. Great location for multiple day trips. We had rented another unit that was a disaster and Chad was able to get us in his rental on short notice as it was vacant for the remaining days on our trip. Comfortable beds, awesome outdoor space and even had AC. Would rent here for sure on our next trip. Saw turtles right out front of the unit. Steps to the beach. Great beach to just hang out at in the afternoons. Our family of 6 had plenty of room. One of the best rentals we have had on VRBO. Stocked with amenities as well! Thank you so much!
Jason K.
December 2025
Condo was in great shape, super clean, wonderful location and fully stocked with all the basic (and not so basic) necessities. Appreciate having beach towels, chairs and sand toys as well as laundry detergent, paper products and basic toiletries.
Carrie K.
December 2025
Wonderful property with a great location. Condo had everything we neded and more. Complex itself was also very clean, I don't think a day went by wothout seeing staff around cleaning something. Beds in condo were very comfortable, it was also nice to be able to control the temp in each room individually. Would recommend and would definitely stay again!
Melissa H.
December 2025
Lovely stay and appreciate being on the ground floor with easy access to the sand and ocean. King beds were comfortable. Kitchen was stocked with key essentials. Parking usually wasn’t a problem but if you rent a large car (we had a Mazda CX-90) it will fit the parking spot tightly with not much room to get out with the adjacent cars parked next to it.
Jonathan
December 2025
Gorgeous views and access to lawn area. Calm beach out front and easy access to pool!
Lisa P.
December 2025
Walking into 3 Bed 2 Bath Oceanfront condo is stepping onto a wanderous tropical experience! Lanai was comfortable and the ocean view beautiful. The bedrooms were comfy and decor throughout was Hawaaian. This is our second time staying in this condo. Linda B. Is the best Property Manager ! See you soon@ Mahalo.
Tonya H.
December 2025
This is the dream Maui stay. For real: it exceeds expectations in every way. The owner/host is incredible as well. Book this while you can.
Adam B.
December 2025
I loved staying here! The ocean is right there, a wonderful swimming area with a break wall. Only problem was they were resurfacing the parking lot, so parking was an issue, but this is of no fault of the host. I would definitely stay here again.
Jamie L.
December 2025
Fantastic view!
Gary & Suzanne D.
December 2025
We stayed at Azure Bay for a week for my son's wedding and fell in love with Kihei! This condo is perfect! The location is close to everything, very clean, very well stocked and the bed was so comfortable with beautiful linens. All of the extras that Mey thinks of is certainly an added bonus as we got in pretty late. Amazing views from the 2nd floor balcony, we even got to see a whale and Honus each night!! We did not eat at the restaurant on site but did hear from friends that it is delicious! Mey was amazing to work with and stayed in contact with us the entire time. We will be coming back to Azure Bay! Aloha
shawn s.
December 2025
We really enjoyed our stay at at Menehune Shores. The condo felt comfortable and easy to settle into right away. The kitchen made cooking simple, and we loved having beach chairs and lots of towels available. One of our favourite parts was seeing the sea turtles sleeping at a distance, along the seawall.The location was great: right at the ocean and quiet, making it a perfect place to relax and unwind. We would happily stay here again. Mahalo for a wonderful stay!
Jennifer P.
December 2025
Loved it. This is our 2nd time staying here and its perfect!
Lisa J.
December 2025
Beach front and Host communications
Motoko O.
December 2025
This was by far our best experience at a vacation rental. The host was available and as responsive as we could possibly want or need. I felt well informed all along the way. The personal welcome was a nice touch. The unit came with a starter pack in the bathroom which was truly appreciated and the kitchen was well stocked. We have been to Maui many times and this location far surpassed what we have experienced to date. There beaches were almost empty and we spent every morning drinking coffee on the lanai and watching turtles. Would 10/10 recommend staying here. We will be back!
Kathleen M.
December 2025
The location was ideal, and we were able to access several areas to snorkle and explore. The host communicated consistently with us before the trip, and then the night before check out. Highly recommend!
Lee H.
December 2025
We really enjoyed our stay at Menehune Shores. We loved the view of the ocean from the lanai and we appreciated the beach chairs and coolers that were available. Everything was prepped and ready for us when we arrived. The location was great!
Niki W.
December 2025
Absolutely beautifully decorated condo, everything you need is here & it couldn’t be in a better location. Great restaurants and beaches within a short 5 minute drive. We enjoyed two days on the beach at the condo to the left looking out at the water and saw plenty of sea turtles. We enjoyed two nights cooking our own dinners on the higher end spotless bbqs on the roof top and every evening we watched the amazing sunsets from our private deck within 40 feet of the ocean. Thanks May - my 60th birthday was amazing thanks to you and your stunning condo!
KARI S.
December 2025
Great location and the beach with turtles was so amazing
Rob and Katie S.
December 2025
Location on Kīhei was so convenient. The condo was comfortable and right on the ocean with a private lagoon and beach within steps. Host was responsive and we felt the aloha spirit. Condo was very nicely decorated and had what we needed! It was their happy place and we can see why! Happy they shared it with us. Great place for our honeymoon!
Shal C.
December 2025
The room and location within the facility was great. The beds and pillows were comfortable as was the living room furniture. The kitchen is well appointed with all the basics, including some pantry staples, plus some general condiments in the fridge.Very close to local dining spots and only a few miles from two local grocery stores.Access to the beach, plus a protected jetty area where the sea turtles liked to hangout is literally behind the facility. You're steps away from the beach which was fantastic!The manager/owner of the property was wonderful, provided amazing information for the rules of the facility, plus great local spots to visit. Our family had a fantastic time and would love to come back soon!
April K.
December 2025
We had a great time. The location and over all condition of this condo was great and the views were breathtaking. It was a perfect for our family of 6. All our questions were answered and owner and manager had great suggestions for us. Would definitely stay again.
Carol J.
December 2025
Location is perfect. Kitchen well equipped. My parents enjoyed the sleep number bed.
michelle c.
December 2025
Great condo, wonderful location.
Lori O.
November 2025
Overall great stay!
Jan Trang D.
November 2025
Beautiful view, well furnished and appointed home.
Caitlin S.
November 2025
We had a wonderful stay here! The owners have thought of everything….beach towels, beach chairs, beach umbrella, and even snorkeling gear and binoculars! The condo was quiet, comfortable and decorated beautifully. (Love the color pallet!) Kitchen was well stocked, bed super comfy, and they even provided plenty of hangars. We enjoyed breakfast every morning on the lanai and finished every evening with a mai tai as we watched the sun set. So beautiful and peaceful. Excellent location! Highly recommend!
Barb L.
November 2025
Great stay for our group (3 adults & 2 kids), central location was perfect for exploring all over the island. Saw on the beach & a group on the rocks our very first day!
Ricky H.
November 2025
This condo was great. Very clean, Beautiful view. Perfect for two couples. Loved the roof top access as well as a very quick walk to the beach. Well situated so that we could get to almost anywhere within 30-40 minutes of easy driving. The Indian Food restaurant here is very good, we ate there the first night and then on our last, both times did not dissapoint.
Jeff K.
November 2025
Great location!! Perfect for 2 couples. Kitchen was fully stocked. Hosts communication was quick. Beach was perfect, sea turtles daily! The perfect Maui beach vacation 3
Karley C.
November 2025
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The condo was not as expected. The photos are photoshopped and the condo appears much brighter and larger than it actually is. The view from the balcony is very nice. It’s is old and requires a good renovation. The lighting system is very confusing and the patio doors are difficult to open and close. The kitchen is lacking some basic items that I would expect in this kind of rental. Some various sizes of containers for leftovers which are not expensive to provide. Although there was salt, there was no pepper. There is no kettle for tea. It would be a nice touch if there was a small welcome package upon arriving. Enough coffee for the first morning, a couple of tea bags, and a half dozen bottles of water, a box of tissue. Coming off a plane, especially a late flight, it would give guests time to assess what they need to buy once they get to a grocery store. The host is very polite, responsive, and timely in his communication, and was kindly accommodating when I requested an extra 2 hours to check out.
Cecile G.
November 2025
Nicely decorated and functionnal condo in front of the beach ! Pool and BBQ was a nice addition too !
Alan P.
November 2025
Location was great and added perks (beach chairs, snorkel equipment, cooler, umbrellas) were great! Host was excellent and very reaponsive!
Emily R.
November 2025
I thought everything was perfect!
Teresa C.
November 2025
Totally recommend this unit in north Kihei. There were great amenities and the owner was very responsive. We used the grills on the rooftop while watching the sunset - what’s not to like?
Wayne R.
November 2025
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Here is an honest review of this condo. We had rented two condos in the same building as we had a few family members on vacation with us.Things that were lovely on this property: the view is amazing, general property was nice, had a great pool for the kids with lots of chairs, had front access to a great beach you could snorkel and swim in, it was quiet and clean and spacious for four people. Things that were not so great:AC temp couldn't be controlled and couldn't be controlled by room, it had a timer onlyPatio door was old, broken and falling off the tracks all the timePatio furniture way too bigBroken storage box outside, which is also an eye soreOutdatedNo beach towelsSmell in freezerSilverware and dishes not matching and sufficient for family of four, this was really frustrating as there were four forks ... 2 big and 2 small. This is a really small thing they should have ensured was sufficientPots and pans extremely old and worn, again cheap to fixDoor had no door stop so you couldn't keep it openScreen door wouldn't closeDrawers did not open and close smoothly, very stickyWasher and dryer were so loud that you could not watch TV or sleep while it was running Again, lots of these thing were fixable should the owners choose to do so. In fairness, we had contacted Joe to fix the doors etc. He was able to come out a few days later to help us with the doors but a few days is a lot of days into a vacation.
Sandra D.
November 2025
There was mold by the front door . It was a little concerning
Judith R.
November 2025
The view is spectular. The beach is easily accessible. A fantastic beach to walk.The condo is beautiful and very clean. The complex is quiet. The host are very pleasant and helpful.
carla h.
November 2025
Amazing views in this prime location. Owner communicates very well.
Michael D.
November 2025