Milowai, Maui

The Milowai Condominium Resort is an oceanfront property located in the quiet town of Ma’alaea, situated between Lahaina and Kihei on the island of Maui, Hawaii. Just a 15-minute drive from Kahului Airport, it offers easy access to the island's attractions. The resort is known for its stunning views across Maalaea Bay, with the opportunity to spot humpback whales during the winter months and enjoy the surf in the summer. The resort is just steps away from the Ma’alaea Harbor, offering a variety of water-based activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, and whale watching cruises.

The resort itself features a spacious pool, outdoor gas barbecues, and beautifully manicured grounds. The condos are well-maintained and offer spectacular views from the balconies. Nearby, guests can enjoy the Maui Ocean Center Aquarium, the award-winning King Kamehameha Golf Club, and a variety of dining and shopping options in Ma’alaea Harbor. The resort's central location also makes it easy for guests to explore other parts of Maui, including Kihei, Lahaina, and Paia. Whether you're looking for a relaxing beach vacation or an adventure-filled getaway, the Milowai Condominium Resort offers a convenient and comfortable base for your stay in Maui.

    Milowai Quick Facts:


  • Address: 50 Hauoli St,Wailuku, HI 96793
  • Property Size: ~1.0 acres (42 units)
  • Reviews: 4.88 / 5.0 (from 478 reviews)
  • Average Price: $425/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Milowai Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Milowai

Milowai Average Rates


As of September 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Milowai is $425. 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 Milowai Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 434 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.

Guests love Milowai’s serene, oceanfront setting and ultra‑central Ma‘alaea location. Most spend hours on the lanai soaking up jaw‑dropping sunrises over Haleakalā, the sound of the surf, and near‑daily turtle sightings (plus whales in season). The complex sits a short walk from Ma‘alaea Harbor, the Maui Ocean Center, and a few casual shops and restaurants, making boat tours and snorkeling/sunset cruises especially convenient. Reviewers repeatedly call the area quiet and uncrowded—an ideal home base that keeps drives to Kihei/Wailea, Lahaina/Ka‘anapali, and the airport manageable.

Condos are generally clean, comfortable, and far better equipped than average. Kitchens are well stocked for cooking; beach gear (chairs, towels, coolers, snorkel sets, boogie boards, umbrellas) is common; and many units have in‑suite laundry. The pool and oceanfront BBQs are well maintained and rarely busy. Hosts and managers earn high marks for proactive, friendly communication and thoughtful touches like welcome baskets and detailed local tips. Larger groups also praise the “Dolphin Penthouse” for space, ensuite bedrooms, and a private elevator.

A few recurring nuances: this pocket of Ma‘alaea is known for steady trade winds (great for breezes, but expect it to be windy), and there’s no true sandy beach directly in front—access is via a seawall, with a long walkable beach a short stroll or quick drive away. The building is older, and while many units are nicely updated, finish levels vary; occasional minor maintenance or TV/cable hiccups pop up but are typically addressed quickly. Climate control differs by unit—some have A/C only in the living area, so bedrooms can run warmer—parking is tight with a low garage clearance (about 6 ft), and dining/nightlife on foot is limited. Overall, travelers seeking a peaceful, well‑stocked oceanfront base with unforgettable views and easy island access are overwhelmingly happy here.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 434 reviews

Recent Milowai Reviews


beautiful condo - amazing view
John R.
June 2026

This condo's location was perfect for us! The listing is accurate, and the view from the lanai is top-notch. The condo had everything we needed. The access to the little "baby beach" was super easy and just a few steps off the rear of the property This was our first trip to Hawaii, and the beauty is engulfing from the ocean to the mountains to the very vivid stars. Now, I'm not sure about the other islands, but if you do not like cats or chickens, do not come to Maui - they are everywhere. Mahalo!
Carly W.
May 2026

Nice location
Duane A.
May 2026

This is the second time I stayed at Tanci’s condo. I wish I could give it more than five stars!The home is well appointed - including central AC. The kitchen is stocked, there are throw blankets in the living room, and there are Tommy banana beach chairs and other beach gear! The views are stunning, too - sea turtles visit every afternoon and are visible from the balcony.The property is on a quiet street and centrally located on the island. This is the perfect home away from home while on Maui! Tanci is an excellent host - very responsive and helpful. WiFi works great. Beds are comfortable. Furnishings are thoughtful and high quality.
Jenna A.
May 2026

Lovely property. Everything you need was there. View was amazing.
Brandy R.
May 2026

This condo is really is close to the ocean. Swimming pool just feet from the condo patio surrounded by a lawn with lounge chairs and BBQs for your use, then a sea wall. You can hear the waves breaking, but can't see them unless you stand on the sea wall. There is no sand beach close by, but if you walk to the end of the street, Haycraft park is there with nice sand beaches. If you sit on the patio the air conditioner is all you will hear when it is running. The condo is older and not well maintained. The air conditioner filter needed to be changed, the furniture is old, not very clean, but functional, although the pull out couch gave us some trouble. It was out and made into a bed when we arrived. We didn't need it and it took us a few days to get it to fold back into the couch configuration. The curtains don't cover the big sliding glass door and the pull-down shades don't pull down all the way. We never found a functional remote control for the living room ceiling fan/light so the light and fan were on for the duration of our stay - two weeks. After about five days, I found the remote control for the bedroom ceiling fan under the bed. The exhaust fan in the bathroom didn't work at all, so we left the bathroom door open during showers. The owner was polite, accommodating and gave us the number for their host company. The host/ maintenance co. was responsive, and did send people over, but they didn't fix anything. No ceiling fan remote, no bathroom fan repair.
Laurie S.
May 2026

We had a great time in Maui! The condo was clean and had everything we needed. We would definitely pick it again if visiting Maui!
Sherri F.
April 2026

We had a delightful time staying at this beautiful condo. The location is optimum--very convenient to everything we did on Maui. What I particularly liked about the place is that it has wonderful views from both bedrooms--many places only have a good view from the master bedroom. The sunrises were gorgeous from our windows. The apartment has all that you could possibly need for your stay. The owner was very responsive to questions and making sure we were all comfortable. We'd love to return to this spot one day!

April 2026

The beach was unobstructed and beautiful. We saw sunrises and beautiful sunsets.The place has everything you need to cook and do a lot of relaxing. The bed was comfortable and there was enough towels and shower stuff to use. It was located very central to everything. I would highly recommend this apartment to anyone looking to go to Maui. Great hists as well. Great communication.
Charlene M.
April 2026

The condo was exactly as described. The ocean was only a few seconds away, and it was the perfect location on Maui. Highly recommend!
Timothy N.
April 2026

Nice place and conviently located
Mike M.
April 2026

Enjoyed a quick getaway.Beautiful view.
Rovie V.
April 2026

Ocean views from the lanai.amazing.nice clean pool area. Condo has everything you need. We loved it

March 2026

Great condo with a beautiful view! We walked to the harbor, shopped and ate there. The host Steve, was very helpful with directions and rainy day plans. We plan to return some year!!
Linda G.
March 2026

We really enjoyed our stay here. Beautiful view of Maalaea bay. Assigned parking is great not to have worry about looking for a spot when getting in late or during a busy time. Condo was clean and fresh for our stay. We did have a small issue with the front door. Our host was amazing and quick to address our issues. We loved our stay and our hosts. I would absolutely recommend if you are planning a visit to Maui, check this condo out.
Lovella A.
March 2026

Overall the Condo was very clean, fully loaded with linens, kitchen appliances, ocean views, safe parking, walking distance to Ocean center. The owner was quick to respond to my texts about a couple of things and helped me figure them out. Highly recommend this unit and area.
Vicky J.
March 2026

The condo was in a great location, had a beautiful view, and was very clean. Thank you Barbara for hosting us.
Deborah J.
March 2026

Incredible views! We saw whales and turtles from the balcony during our stay. The condo was just as described and very clean and comfortable. Great location!
Helen J.
March 2026

The unit was very clean and comfortable.
Dennis S.
March 2026

Great location, everything we needed
Thomas L.
March 2026

Beautiful, furnished unit with all needed or useful amenities on the bay. Convenient central location. Short beautiful ride to Lahenia shops and resorts and North shore
Erik S.
February 2026

Beautiful view from the lanai. This condo is located in a scenic, quiet area. The king bed was comfortable and the shower was fine. Towels in the unit were very nice. We couldn’t swim every day because of some bad weather, but when we did the pool was amazing. This condo is located within walking distance to a harbor and the Pacwhale center and aquarium.
Michael J.
February 2026

EVERYTHING was as described and was absolutely wonderful! The property was clean, well-stocked and perfect. Our host was truly caring and always available if needed.
Sheila T.
January 2026

The condo was very clean and the view and location were perfect.
Tiffany W.
January 2026

The stay was fine. My issues were with the VRBO person I was trying to deal with. Not only was there a language issue, I had no contact with my hosts because VRBO took four days to respond to my request to fix my email issue and why my booked stays were not showing up under my new email. The only good thing was the helpline person I dealt with did give me the number of the property manager so I could get the check-in info.

January 2026

The condo complex and location itself was what made the stay worthwhile. Ideal location to explore by foot and driving the southern part of Maui and Lahaina. Easy access to the ocean from the condo complex was amazing. Though would advise future guests to communicate directly via Vrbo with the host as that has the best follow-up (i.e. use vrbo messaging vs any email or phone number provided). Also, the lodging price only includes 1 day of toilet, so be prepared to buy your own if you're staying for longer. (Note: my review would be 3.5 stars if half stars were possible.)
Nguy L.
January 2026

The accommodations were amazing. The place was well stocked, everything was very clean, and the view was spectacular. The location is close to marina so that was great too.
John S.
December 2025

It was a very nice unit. Had all that we needed for a great stay. Loved sitting on the patio and looking out on the water. And walking along the water in the mornings and seeing turtles feeding off the rocks. Beach at the end of the street was a bonus. Kei was great - responsive when we asked questions. Would definitely consider staying here again.
Maryann L.
December 2025

Nice place away from large tourism centers. Everything clean and neat. Couldn't get TV system to work but not a biggie. Host was accommodating and communicative.
Trevor T.
December 2025

Great location on the island, nice accommodations.
Chris P.
December 2025

Perfect location to explore Maui. The condo was perfect and well maintained. Sitting on the balcony, watching and listening to the ocean was so relaxing. Would stay here again
jerry P.
December 2025

A lovely condo right on the water! The value for this spot is amazing — waking up to a beautiful sunrise on the lanai, direct ocean access, and centrally located to easily drive to popular spots. Steve was very responsive and helpful. The residents of this building are respectful and welcoming. One call-out I wish I knew beforehand is that the AC is a window unit in the living room, and the cool air does not reach the bedroom. It was quite hot sleeping at night, although we did use the extra fan.
Marilyn Z.
November 2025

Had pullout coach bed was open and nearly impossible to close. Toilet ran all the time. Stains on mattress cover, pillows. TV remote did not work in bedroom. Homeless people right outside driveway, made it uncomfortable. Towels and sheets should be all white and a lighter material. Overall experience was disappointing as owner never replied to my request.
William G.
November 2025

We had beautiful views, the air conditioning worked great when we needed it. It was very quiet. The condo was very clean and had everything we needed. Appreciated the flexibility for early check in, the restaurant suggestions and the proximity to everywhere we wanted to go.
Laura L.
November 2025

Host and condo was very accommodating and beautiful! Only problem was I couldn’t figure out the TV because it said it needed internet connection but that’s ok.Look forward to coming back in December
Carlo T.
October 2025

Outstanding location, Clean, well stocked!!
Jon K.
October 2025

Great condo with amazing views . We watched the sunrise every morning and even saw some sea turtles from the yard. This is a great location to everything on the island. Definitely would recommend!!
Matthew M.
October 2025

It was a really nice stay.
KATHRYN M.
October 2025

It was all good!
Carol W.
September 2025

It was an amazing location. The room was really clean and got everything we need during our stay. I highly recommend this place for everyone.
Takafumi K.
August 2025

Clean, nicely stocked and furnished, great views of turtles and Haleakala. Highly recommend
Wes L.
August 2025

Great Condo! It has everything you could need for your stay and the view is outstanding! Highly recommend it!
Rob M.
August 2025

Everything was great. Kitchen well stocked, beautiful view.
Eric S.
August 2025

We can’t say enough good things about our stay at this gorgeous ocean view condo in Maui. The view alone is reason enough to book! But what made it truly exceptional was how well-equipped, comfortable, and thoughtfully managed the space was.The kitchen had everything, from full cookware sets to little extras you don’t realize you need until you’re cooking on vacation. The in-unit washer and dryer were also a game changer, especially with the humid weather and sandy beach clothes/towels.One of our favorite surprises was the well-stocked closet filled with beach gear and snorkeling equipment. From chairs and umbrellas to fins, masks, and even coolers, it was all there. It made beach days easy, and saved us the hassle (and expense) of renting or buying gear. What really stood out, though, was the incredible communication from our host, Tanci. When unexpected tsunami threats hit during our trip, she stayed in close contact, kept us informed with calm, clear guidance, and made sure we felt safe. As a midwesterner by way of CA, I’m only used to tornado and earthquake drills . Tsunami threats are completely out of my element! Her responsiveness and care made all the difference and helped us stay grounded throughout the evacuation.This VRBO is not just a beautiful place to stay, it’s a space where you’ll feel truly taken care of. We’d return in a heartbeat.
Lainie K.
August 2025

Everything was great! Accommodations were fabulous, the house was well equipped and Steve was very gracious and helpful when we had a tsunami scare during our stay.
Cindy F.
August 2025

This condo works if you just want a place to crash. The location provides easy, central access to most popular destinations. There is a gas station and Starbucks, but the nearby strip mall is not too exciting. It is located in the second windiest small harbor in the world, so it is quite blustery in the grass area seen in the pictures and is not a place that you can relax and hang out. The last tidbit about location is that there is a huge row of cell booster panels facing the house/master bedroom. The kitchen has been remodeled and the bathroom was given a refresh, but it is evident that this place is a rental and needs a bit of TLC to fix up some things. The pullout couch bed was comfortable and it had the things we needed. This is one of the more affordable areas to rent in Maui. The resort areas are 25 minutes north and south of this location.
Heather B.
August 2025

The place was clean. We really liked the view of ocean. It was nice to sit on the porch and enjoy it I appreciate having a parking spot and the check in process was easy. The fan in the bathroom did not work. Everything else worked though. Location worked out well too.
Maureen S.
July 2025

There aren’t enough good things to say! Tanci is the best host I’ve ever stayed with. She was so responsive and proactive. The condo is well appointed and super comfortable. Location is perfectly situated in central south Maui - easy access to everything. I had a magical stay here and cannot wait to come back!
Jenna A.
July 2025

as described online
Dawn K.
June 2025

Great!
Greg L.
May 2025


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