Royal Kahana, Maui

The Royal Kahana Resort, located in West Maui, is a top choice for longer-term vacations. This oceanfront resort offers a range of amenities, including a large heated ocean view pool, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, fitness center, shuffleboard court, ping pong table, and full-service concierge. The resort is within walking distance to several restaurants, shops, and public transportation. The well-maintained grounds feature tropical landscaping, tiki torches, and a walkable beach (seasonal) for snorkeling, swimming, and surfing. The resort also has COVID-19 safety and cleaning practices in place, with hand sanitizer dispensers available throughout the property.

In addition to its on-site amenities, the Royal Kahana Resort is conveniently located between the Ka'anapali and Kapalua resorts, providing easy access to golf courses, beaches, and the historic town of Lahaina. The resort is also close to the Kahana Gateway Plaza, which offers a variety of dining and shopping options. Please note that there may be a nominal parking fee for bookings made after June 1, 2022.

    Royal Kahana Quick Facts:


  • Address: 4365 Lower Honoapiilani Rd,Lahaina, HI 96761
  • Property Size: ~3.6 acres (236 units)
  • Reviews: 4.73 / 5.0 (from 1871 reviews)
  • Average Price: $265/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Royal Kahana Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Royal Kahana

Royal Kahana Average Rates


As of April 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Royal Kahana is $265. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $448. 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 Royal Kahana Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


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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.

Royal Kahana delivers the classic West Maui condo experience: sweeping ocean views, sunsets over Molokai and Lanai, and near-constant whale and turtle sightings from many lanais. Guests love the quiet, relaxed vibe, the heated oceanfront pool and spotless BBQ area, and the easy base it provides between Kaanapali, Napili/Kapalua, and Lahaina. Several cafes, food trucks, Miso Phat, Maui Brewing Co., Dollies, convenience stores, and snorkel rentals are walkable, with top beaches and snorkel spots a short drive away.

Most condos are clean, comfortable, and well equipped for longer stays—think full kitchens, in‑unit washer/dryers, beach chairs, coolers, and sometimes snorkel gear—often with thoughtful extras like welcome baskets and binoculars. Hosts are frequently praised for quick, clear communication, and parking is generally straightforward (though paid). Families and couples alike call it a great value compared with nearby resorts, appreciating the roomy layouts and uncrowded pool deck.

Set expectations: this is an older oceanfront building undergoing periodic maintenance, so décor and finishes vary by unit and daytime construction or occasional building‑wide outages have been reported. Beach conditions are highly seasonal; erosion and sandbags mean the shoreline out front can be narrow or not swimmable, though a small beach is often just next door and many great beaches are close by. Central AC can be limited or struggle in some units, doors/windows can be sticky or windy, and there’s a nightly parking fee. If you want a modern, full‑service resort with a broad, guaranteed beach, look elsewhere; if you value views, location, space, and value, Royal Kahana is a strong pick.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Royal Kahana Reviews


"We had a fantastic stay! The views from the apartment are absolutely unbeatable—we saw so many whales in the ocean right outside. My only suggestion for the host would be to provide binoculars for guests; if you’re visiting, definitely bring your own binoculars!The apartment was spotlessly clean, comfortable, and very well-equipped. However, if you are two couples sharing, be aware that there is a big difference in 'luxury feel' between the two bedrooms. The second bedroom lacks an external window, which makes it feel a bit closed-in compared to the main room.Overall, we are extremely happy with our stay and would happily return!"
Daniel S.
January 2026

Perfect location! Saw whales from our balcony. Captain Jacks was a great open air restaurant within walking distance. Very comfortable unit.
Richard D.
January 2026

Great location & customer service. Would stay again.
Lynette W.
January 2026

Beautiful location and so many amenities! The staff were all so helpful and friendly. We will definitely be back!
Kim E.
January 2026

The condo was clean and homey. The view is beautiful. The poolside food leaves a little to be desired--pasta (carb loading poolside?!?). It's a pretty quiet place compared to a hotel or resort with activities, music, a restaurant, etc. The condo is great though and the host went above and beyond to make our stay perfect.
Kate S.
January 2026

Just rent this 2BR, 2.5 Bath!!! It has an amazing view off of the balcony! The beach is within a walking distance of less than 200ft /-.
Sherri L.
January 2026

Had a great stay! Beautiful views.
Bryan E.
January 2026

Love this place! View of the water was great, close to the public beach, close to so many great restaurants!
Melissa G.
January 2026

Kimberly was wonderful at communicating ahead of time, during our stay she welcomed us, and had wonderful ideas of what to do in the area. We loved our stay!
Stacy N.
December 2025

The view was amazing with whales throughout our entire stay. We enjoyed sipping our morning coffee on the deck and seeing turtles and seals. The condo has all you need for your stay. We loved that we had boogie boards, snorkels, and chairs. We cooked an entire Christmas in the condo that is stocked with most everything you need. Close by to a few great restaurants and fast food for our teens. Walkable to a beach on the shoreline. Great beaches within a few minutes' drive.
Ingrid N.
December 2025

The location was great and the place had everything we needed. We did not use the beach chairs or any of the items available because we had activities planned most of our days, but plan on doing so for our next stay. Great building and happy with the overall experience.
Sandra P.
December 2025

Instructions to gain entry to the unit were clear.
Jon R.
December 2025

Absolutely wonderful condo with everything you need! Beds were comfortable and view was stunning! Would definitely stay here again!
Kristie R.
December 2025

The views from the room are incredible we saw so many whales!
Abby V.
December 2025

This was a fantastic place to stay! It was clean, well stocked, and the view was amazing! The communication was excellent and we have no complaints! Would absolutely stay here again.
Kate B.
December 2025

Comfortable beds, decor, and accommodations were up-to-date (newer). The deck was phenomenal Pool was newer and clean. Loved it. Patio around it always had chairs open.Kitchen was well equipped Super clean. Great communication tooMahalo!
Lori C.
December 2025

The owners have this property clean and fully stocked. We liked having a washing machine and dryer in the unit. We also enjoyed having a gym where we could work out every day. We also enjoyed sitting out on our balcony every day and looking for whales and turtles. It’s very peaceful and quiet and the front desk staff is very kind. We would stay here again if we come back to Maui.
Marybeth H.
December 2025

The host was not friendly at all. Host was always rude in communication. I had a bad vibe when they messaged me to pay the 2nd and final installment even before the due date. The tone was, as if I have missed the payment. But as this was the first communication, I let that go. Form there on even when I was in the property, communication was not great. It never felt welcoming. Some of the amenities in the property was not working as expected. The listing image is misleading. The listing image shows that there is a beach (small) next to the property. But when I reached there, I did not see the beach, it only had the shore, when I asked about it, they told me, during winter it washes out.
Avinash J.
December 2025

Our group had an amazing stay here and we would love to go back. It is extremely well stocked and has everything you could need. We arrived late and were greeted by the staff downstairs who were very helpful. There is also filtered water in the lobby and lots of beach items such as a cooler and beach chairs.
Kenna E.
December 2025

Our host, Mike, was amazing. His communication was great and the condo was perfect. Well stocked with everything we needed for our stay. The complex is clean and the pool was very nice. They also had a food truck at the pool that served excellent food. I would stay here again and highly recommend it for anyone looking!
John W.
December 2025

The goods: The kitchen had everything we needed. The bed was comfortable. The view from the lanai was great! The not-so-goods: we couldn’t get the tv in the bedroom to turn off. With the cable off the screen would go blank, but would kind of glow through the night. Also, the a/c never turned on. We used the instructions, but the temp would get as high as 82 in the afternoons. But we just opened the windows and the winds would help cool the place. Overall, we had a good time. We’ll be back!
John J.
December 2025

Great communication and the suite is beautiful and comfortable.
Maureen L.
December 2025

A very clean and fully equipped unit with a nice ocean view from the private balcony. There is a food truck on premises all day every day with fresh water and morning coffee provided. The host was awesome, very responsive with his personal advice, along with a detailed write up on what to-do on the island, especially in the hiking and snorkeling categories. No direct access to the beach attached to property but plenty of good options nearby, especially the Sea House restaurant and beach. Will definitely look to rent from him again the next time I visit Maui!
Kenneth B.
December 2025

It was cute… The parking lot is awful, the smallest spots ever and I genuinely don’t understand why it’s so expensive to park there every single day- Especially when you’re paying enough for the actual apartment itself! After driving by to see other places like this condo area, knowing that they don’t charge for parking at all was just very annoying… Also, The staff at Royal Kahana, especially the Front Desk ladies, are not nice at all- they clearly know these are rentals so they don’t care to be nice!The apartment itself was cute… Definitely very hot and humid, there is absolutely no closet space as they use it for storage so ladies FYI, there is absolutely nowhere to hang your clothes! I was there for work so a closet with hangers would have been much appreciated… The washer dryer is cool that it’s there, but it’s super old and The dryer is a disaster… It ruined all of my clothes and when I moved in, it was so dirty and full of sand! The bathroom is small and uncomfortable, but the rest is the home was OK… It was good for what I needed at the time :)Overall I wouldn’t stay here again but I would rec thank you so much oh my gosh thank you I love you thank you mama. Thank you so much. You are my baby. You are my baby bear. London’s Hubert. Oh my.
Stefania Z.
December 2025

Dated. Needs new mattresses and linens. Location was great. Awesome pool. Kitchen well stocked making cooking at home easy. Internet was very poor and tvs didn’t work. Had an issue and reached out to the property management company and they were very rude.
Jeremy J.
December 2025

For a family of five with three small children, this was a great accommodation. We use this as homebase as we had a rental car that we used to explore the great beaches in the area.
Eric A.
December 2025

The view every day was amazing. The condo was clean and well maintained.
Diane D.
December 2025

The host communicated before, during, and after our stay. They were prompt and answered our questions quickly.
Scott K.
December 2025

Great location, studio was perfect for what we needed! Todd was super detailed in his info about the condo and things to do on Maui! Loved it all!
Gail S.
December 2025

Great place to stay with incredible views
Yong W.
November 2025

Clean and great location
Mara A.
November 2025

Absolutely perfect. It was as described, and more. There were essentials we thought we would need to buy but they were provided for us. We were pleqsantly surprised. We have stayed at Royal Kahana before but not this particular unit and it was pale in comparison. This unit helped make oir vacation perfect. The only thing that may be a consideration but its all relative to whom is staying were the pillows. We found them to be flat but it worked out fine.
AH
November 2025

We had an excellent stay! The property was exactly as listed—clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. The views were absolutely beautiful, even better than we expected. We would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Melissa A.
November 2025

Host did an excellent job in providing accurate information about the property, giving us information that about things to do, places to eat, and made best effort to make sure we enjoyed our stay.
Greg P.
November 2025

The unit was exactly as described and had everything we needed. It was very comfortable and had an incredible view!
Daryl S.
November 2025

Stunning ocean view from the wraparound lanai. Very clean and well: furnished apartment. Well equipped with beach toys. Nice pool facility.
Richard N.
November 2025

My mom and I stayed at this property for our annual little getaway. The location was perfect and the property was great. We did have a few issues with the unit itself, however, the owner was VERY quick to help remedy the situation and was a pleasure to work with. I would stay here again.
Nicola M.
November 2025

Great little place with fantastic views and good amenities. We loved our stay and would go back and stay here again!
Dominic B.
November 2025

Great accommodations - highly recommend!
Antonio
November 2025

We had a fantastic stay at Brent’s condo. Loved the in unit washer dryer. The condo was nicely renovated with all of the amenities you need including pods, shampoo, conditioner etc.. Lots of towels on site including beach towels were very convenient. The beach at the time was not accessible from this property due to high tide but we were able to walk to next property to access it so it wasn’t an issue. It’s a very close drive to Kaanapali as well as Napoli Bay. There is a shopping area across the road with some shopping and restaurants which was great. Beds were very comfortable and the lanai has a great view! Pool was nice and not heavily used. Also the bbq area was very clean. The property itself does not have a restaurant but as mentioned there are many options very close by. Brent was great and quick to respond.
Stephen P.
November 2025

Kitchen fully equipped, partial ocean view from balcony, great breeze if desired
Glen F.
November 2025

Beautiful beach view from bed! Patio was our favorites. Kutcher. Provided everything we need to cook meals for our choice. Definitely stay again!
Dion K.
November 2025

We loved our stay at this property! It was very clean and perfectly located for exploring Maui. Everything we needed was provided—the kitchen was well-stocked, and the space felt welcoming and easy to settle into.The view was absolutely stunning and made every morning and evening special. The bathroom is on the smaller side, but it was thoughtfully designed and had everything we needed, so it never felt like an issue.Overall, this was a fantastic place to stay, and we’d happily return on our next trip to Maui!
Cory B.
November 2025

This is spacious, clean, has great views, quiet and has several stores and restaurants within walking distance.The ocean views and sounds were magical and although you can’t see the sunset from the balcony, a short ride down the elevator and you will see the best sunsets!Also so many turtles coming in as well Definitely worth staying here
Melissa P.
November 2025

Great ocean view from the balcony. Very spacious unit with everything you need. The host responds quickly and was very helpful.
Brian K.
November 2025

The condo was extremely clean, had everything we needed, including beach chairs. The washer and dryer were full size, something you don't normally get and it has a great refrigerator with an ice maker. The bed was very comfortable and beautiful views.
Diana T.
November 2025

The hosts were fantastic and the amenities were terrific. The views are amazing. Exactly what I wanted. I have to be fully transparent though, the pictures show a queen size bed in the second bedroom but there were two single beds. It does say in writing there are two single beds, but I missed that part.
Billy B.
November 2025

It was awesome condo overlooking the ocean, it was great to have air conditioning to come back to after a day in the sun.
Sheryl P.
November 2025

Michael was so very kind and went out of his way to care for us! Incredible view! Can hear the ocean even when sleeping! Amazingly clean, beautifully decorated. Washer/dryer definite plus. Close to shops, groceries and gas. Would definitely visit again!
Sheryl S.
November 2025

The place was beautiful
Jeff Q.
November 2025


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