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.
Most guests love the laid‑back, super‑walkable location. Pacific Shores sits right across from Charley Young/Kamaole I Beach, with sunsets, morning swims, and beginner‑friendly surf a few minutes away. Restaurants, food trucks, coffee, groceries, and gear rentals are an easy stroll, and many reviewers used Kihei as a convenient base for day trips around Maui. The complex generally feels friendly and quiet at night.
Condos are practical rather than resort‑luxury, but many are clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully stocked. Expect full kitchens, in‑unit washer/dryers, and lots of beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards, snorkel sets), which families especially appreciate. Layouts (2BR/2BA and some 3BR/3BA) work well for groups, and hosts are often praised for clear communication and quick responses. When open, the pool, hot tub, and BBQs are a nice bonus; assigned parking and elevators help, though stalls can be tight. Note that air‑conditioning setups vary by unit—some have quiet mini‑splits in each room, others only a living‑room unit (sometimes on a timer).
Common caveats: a major construction project next door has brought weekday daytime noise, dust, and changed views for many units, and the complex pool/hot tub/BBQ area has had extended closures that weren’t always clearly disclosed. Pool rules can be strict, and the elevator lands between “half floors,” so a few stairs may be unavoidable. As with many tropical condos, a minority of reviews mention pests or uneven cleanliness/maintenance—issues that tend to be unit‑specific and better with well‑managed listings. Lanais are often small, and parking spaces are narrow. Overall, travelers prioritize the stellar beach‑centric location, family‑friendly setup, and strong value if they’re planning active days and self‑catering over a true resort experience.
This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews
Thanks for a great stay. The hosts were very accommodating for our stay. Was a perfect start to our Hawai’i trip. Great location and we really appreciated having everything we needed for our young kids. Very nice beach nearby and very safe and kid friendly location. The town had everything we needed and great grocery options. Well stocked kitchen. Would highly recommend.
Chris K.
August 2025
Stayed 2 weeks. Easy access to Charley Young beach. On the 3rd floor with elevator or stair access. Kitchen utilities had seen it’s better days. Dirty sponges were left on the kitchen sink. Room air conditioners cooled the bedrooms quickly but had instructions to turn off in the morning and to keep the doors closed which was not mentioned on the booking. We had to turn on the box fan that was provided since there was no A/C in the hot living room. It was difficult to watch TV due to the loud fan noise. Laundry detergent that was required to be eco-friendly & fragrance free was not provided. A lot of rules made for a less than comfortable stay.
Florence C.
August 2025
Beautiful apartment right by the sea in a nice complex. The communication with the agency was great. They were always available and helpful.
Ulrike B.
August 2025
Nice spot near the beach, host was communicative and proactive.
Sam W.
July 2025
Great property that was immaculate. My wife is a stickler to cleanliness and her first comments were how clean it was. Location was great. Place was very comfortable and easy access to everything.
JT P.
July 2025
Clean, well-stocked condo in a convenient location near excellent beaches.
Henry L.
July 2025
Super comfy place within proximity to everything you need, beach, food, shopping and everyplace you want to visit around Maui. The 3 bedrooms and 3 baths are just perfect for a family of adults and all the amenities and beach supplies made the stay very comfortable!
Yamileth O.
July 2025
This place has everything you need to be comfortable and close to everything. The location is awesome, easy access to close shopping, beaches and restaurants, and central to driving to all the wonderful sites around Maui. The 3 bedrooms & baths make it super comfortable for families with a lovely shared space to spend time together. We also loved the beach items to make our trips to Maui beaches super convenient.
Yamileth O.
July 2025
Great location, worked well for our family.
Brian S.
July 2025
All in all we got what we needed
Kaikane K.
July 2025
It was our second stay and was just a great as the first time. Conveniently located to all the things. Perfect for our family.
Brooke S.
July 2025
It needs updating. Only one of 4 t.v.'s worked. Washing machine broke during a cycle,. We had to hand rinse the clthes that were in there and wring them out. Notified host, no response. Equipment was dirty. Had to wash out cooler before we could use it. Floors were dirty. No air conditioner in one of the bedrooms and the fan didn't work. Parking spaces small.Pros:Good location. Easy check in. Pool nice, good temperature. Hot tub good. No problems with hot water in condo with 8 people.
Sue S.
July 2025
Wonderful property.
Chris T.
July 2025
We stayed here for 5 days and had a terrific time. The condo is ideally situated 5 minutes from charlie young beach which is the best beach in maui. The unit was clean, well stocked and we had an excellent host. Would highly recommend.
Julian 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:
This condo exceeded my expectations! We rented this condo a after booking a three bedroom because we had grandparents joining us. This condo has everything you need and more. Bonus for the grandparents it had a remote sunshade for privacy. Definitely would book this condo again!
Sandra P.
July 2025
This was a great property, The pullout sofa was a nice touch.
Raynee R.
July 2025
Had a wonderful experience staying here! A sweet, cozy and comfortable little getaway for our family and little one!
Misty
July 2025
I highly recommend this property. The description is completely accurate and it is near walking distance to many amenities. I will add that the pool area is magnificent. The hot tub is quite large. The on-site barbeques there are four of them and they are well-maintained gas barbeques I highly recommend using them. The owner of this unit clearly cares about their gas as it was very nicely decorated it had everything conceivable in the kitchen that you could use as well as the bathrooms without question I would highly recommend this and stay again.
Monika S.
July 2025
This condo is in a great location! The nearby beaches (within walking distance) are some of the best ones we found, but it is also within easy distance of other beaches. The included beach chairs, towels, cooler, umbrella, and boogie boards were so helpful for beach visits. It is easy to walk or drive to shopping and restaurants. The condo was clean and comfortable.
Maureen E.
July 2025
The location makes this place a great find. Lots of access nearby. I’d recommend calling the owner ahead to make sure the lock has the correct combo, otherwise a great place to stay.
Anthony R.
July 2025
The location of this property is amazing. You can walk to several shops, beaches and restaurants. But when we arrived the condo was very dirty and rundown. Lots of things were broken, there was mold on the shower and an inch on dust on the blinds and the blinds could not be open or closed as it was missing the cords and stick. The tile had cracks and the fridge drawer was broken. The toilet didn’t have a cover for the bottom screws. And the tv cabinet was missing a few shelves and the knob for the drawer. I didn’t realize the owner lived on the east coast so when I was texting her she didn’t answer right away. She was very nice and got back to me quickly but needs to update and fix a lot of things. I felt like I could have gotten better for how much we paid. It did have AC and lots of chairs and beach towels we could borrow. Overall it’s an old condo, and small for 7 people.
Liz C.
July 2025
Overall comfortable
Susie M.
July 2025
Great spot. Enough room for a couple and two adult children.
Michelle D.
July 2025
The condo was in great proximity of the beach and local food shops. The condo itself is a little outdated compared to other units our family were staying in but overall it was perfect. There were plenty of appliances and beach gear. I would definitely recommend this place.
Valerie B.
July 2025
Good location. Great view of the parking lot. People who live above dont know how much noise they make.
Donna B.
July 2025
This little condo is great. The most well stocked home we’ve ever stayed in. The hosts were very helpful and responsive, sent our code in advance to where there were no surprises. The only neg thing is how hard it is to find once you. We got there really late and had to drag luggage all over the place looking for the unit. Overall, we would stay here again, especially now that we know where it is!
Sandy R.
June 2025
The property is clean and well stocked. There is a lot of attention to details such as extra batteries for remotes. I especially appreciate owner having some cooking oil and spices in the kitchen. When traveling I always find it annoying to buy these little things that only use them once or twice so it's great to see them in the kitchen. Beach toys are also available, including body boards and snorkel sets. Small children will like the sand toys. The parking space is directly to the pathway to stairs so loading and unloading is easy. However we had a minivan and the cars next to us are parking on the lines so we decided to park at the visitor spot to avoid damage to the rental car. Smaller cars should be ok. Overall we had a great time. Thank you.
BO W.
June 2025
Quiet and clean place. Friendly neighbors and so close to the beach and bars.
Kazal L.
June 2025
Great location Condo worked for us Suzanne alway responded promptly Love Charley Young Beach
Pamela D.
June 2025
The location to everything was ideal - short 10 minutes to most activities - beach, surfing, restaurants and bars. The pool was nice too! Would stay here again!
Elena P.
June 2025
We stayed at this condo 6/8-6/13/25. The parking was easy and assigned spot close to stairs(there is also an elevator) the condo was clean and served all of our needs. The condo comes supplied with a few days worth of garbage bags, TP, paper towels, etc. Its kitchen has everything you would pause during a vacation. This condo faces the pool, which we all enjoyed and it was well maintained and clean, as were the entire grounds. We enjoyed Hawaiian coffee on the lanai each morning while listening to the native birds sing. We were in Maui celebrating our two 18th granddaughters birthdays and graduating high school. The place was perfect as it had one bedroom with 2 twin beds and the master had a king size bed with an en-suite bathroom and the layout was perfect for us. We will definitely stay here again!
Lorie A.
June 2025
Listing was accurate. The home was comfortable and quiet. Thank you.
Emiliano T.
June 2025
Was a very nice place to stay near nice beaches. It was generally clean and the managers were very responsive and friendly. We’d stay here again!
Gen P.
June 2025
This property was perfect for our one night stay in Maui before flying to Kauai! It was well appointed with all that you would need for an even longer stay and very clean. The owners are super responsive and helpful! Walk right across the street to the beach and to many restaurants and shops! We didn’t have time to use the pool on site but it looked great! I would stay here again when we are in the area!
Denise B.
June 2025
Our unit was very practical and perfect for what we needed. Air conditioning is a great necessity in this area and the bedrooms covered well.
Don J.
June 2025
Great home to let your head to rest from a long day of activities.
Emiliano T.
June 2025
Clean property and great location in the middle of everything.
Justin W.
June 2025
Excellent AC throughout. Nice and clean rooms. Appreciate having washer and dryer. The dish rack could use a drain board, because the dish mat gets soaked quickly. The knives were dull, and knife sharpener would be handy. The vacuum was missing the attachments. Overall a fine stay.
Garwin S.
June 2025
I love the location plus this unit has built in AC on the wall to every room. AC unit is very quiet not like one of those small one they put in the window. There is a bathroom to each bedrooms are plus, you don't have to share bathroom. Walking distance to great beautiful beaches and shops and restaurants. This condo has long term residents so they are pretty quiet compared to the condo with partying tourists. definitely I would keep booking this place when I visit Maui as long as they are available.
Ayumi H.
June 2025
VRBO condo was amazing! Three bedrooms with three bathrooms which if you are sharing is wonderful addition. Condo was as described with TVs in each room and a TV in the living room. Perfect for a shared family or friends situation. Would recommend!
Varoon B.
May 2025
We stay in Kihei every year. We love this condo. Cute, clean and had all the amenities like beach chairs, umbrella and ice cooler. We also cook a lot of our food and they had storage bins for left overs. We had some questions and the property mananger was quick to answer. Definitely stay here!
Richard W.
May 2025
This was an outstanding location, right across from Charley Young Beach. The property provided chairs and an umbrella, which was so helpful. Nice unit with awesome cooling equipment in each room. There were a few little maintenance issues, like the screen door to the lanai was pretty much impossible to move, as well as the bedroom closet doors. Nice to have a washer and dryer and the kitchen was well-appointed. Great parking. The biggest issue we ran into was loud neighbors — not just normal multifamily housing noise, we’re talking banging and moving furniture or something at 2:30 a.m. consistently. Obviously not the property owner’s issue or problem to solve, but it’s good for potential visitors to know. Would stay again!
Jennifer K.
May 2025
We enjoyed our stay. Condo is in great location across from beach. Quick walk to guarded beach. Walking distance to shops and food The condo was very clean and well appoint d.Starter supplies included.amy extras like cooler, chairs and drying rack came in useful Pool area was clean and never busy. Bathrooms at pool were very clean.
Jenn O.
May 2025
Great house for the price and location.
Ketan P.
May 2025
It was a very nice and clean, super beautiful view, I would recommend this to others.
Wendy O.
May 2025
Great location, easy to get around!
Genesis K.
May 2025
Clean, cozy and close to the beach. We loved our stay here!
Cristal N.
May 2025
This unit was well equipped, very clean and met all our needs. The equipment like chairs, boogy boards and snorkel gear were appreciated.The only small issue was with the coffee pot as it it was not the proper size for the coffee machine. Its as if the original pot was broken and replaced with another one but its too small and doesn't enage the valve below the filter. You have to keep lifing the pot up to drain the filter over and over again. Not the end of the world, but inconvenient none the less.
Stefa F.
April 2025
We came to collect my dad‘s crew and be somewhere close to the beach. This will be perfect location for us to all be together and be close to amenities.
Kathryn R.
April 2025
We came out for a relaxing week in Maui during granddaughter's spring break. And that is exactly what we got ... close to the beach and many restaurants. And the kitchen had all the basic cooking supplies you need. Thanks for a great week in paradise!!
Wendy P.
April 2025