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Reviews of Modern Renovation, Direct Ocean Front, Incredible Views, Sandy Beach, AC


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9.6

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ludovic M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hawaiii
Amazing views right in the center of the island. Great location, we absolutely loved it. Thank you so much for having beach equipments ready for use. Felt like a home outside of my home.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N., Kingsley, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great ocean front condo
The condo presented exactly like the pictures. I love Maalaea because it's quiet, on the bay and really centrally located. We treated our son and nephew for their high school senior trip. They lived the lift room and having their own bathroom, the views, breakfast on the lanai and Maui never disappoints. It's walking distance to sugar beach, the aquarium, the harbor and a few shops and restaurants. Great spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
The View is Unreal!
My sister and I had the pleasure of staying at this property for 5 nights in March. The previous time we visited Maui, we stayed in Wailea, and found the location of this condo to be preferable due to its easy access to Kahului, Kaanapali, Kihei, and Kapalua. It was also very easy to get in and out of and parking was a breeze. We appreciated having two separate bathrooms and sleeping areas so that we could both have our privacy. Waking up to the amazing view was such a great way to start the day. Every day, we saw breaching humpback whales and sea turtles from the lanai. In fact, we took a whale watching tour and felt as though our view of the whales from our lanai was better! The kitchen was well stocked, which allowed us to save some money by cooking some of our meals and eating leftovers. The only drawbacks, which were small, were the noise from others walking past the window of the back bedroom which is located right off of the main walkway when you get off the elevator. And although there were window screens on the windows, when we opened up the windows to take advantage of the breeze and not have to use the AC, huge moths made their way into the condo. These were definitely not deal-breakers for us and we found ways to work around them. We would stay here again when visiting Maui.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linette P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing ocean views
This property was just as pictured on Vrbo. It was a beautiful spot to wake up in the morning and watch the whales breaching while enjoying a coffee on the deck. It was a quiet resort which was nice to come home to after a busy day out exploring the island. We found the pool area to be challenging for our 3 young children (10, 7 & 4) to fully enjoy in the way their age category likes to play in a pool as the property managers were very quick to tell them to not jump, splash, be loud or play any games in the pool (eg “Marco Polo”) on several occasions. It just felt very unrealistic, unfriendly and not very welcoming. The small sandy beach with rocky water access right in front of the property made for easy access to snorkelling (seeing lots of turtles!), paddle boarding and kayaking. Other than the property managements “passive aggressive” nature, we really enjoyed our vacation at this location.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kassidy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
Our stay at the Maalaea Banyans was great. Customer Service was very responsive when we had a question regarding the dryer. Would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Centrally located, good value, the pool and hot tub were nice.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation of a lifetime
We have never been to Hawaii before. This was our first time… and it was amazing! Our stay at this VRBO made it very easy and accommodating. It was well decorated and updated with the most wonderful views. I woke up early everyday before my family and sat on the baloney and watched for whales. It was my favorite part of the day! We spent most of our days over in Kihei with our friends, which was only a 12 minute drive. The neighborhood is welcoming and clean. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family 14 day stay!
Honestly really wonderful. Some things we loved: - The modern updates. - The View - The Sea Turtles - The Pool - No bugs - Great communication! Some things we didn’t love: - That the dryer took hours upon hours to dry and MAYBE your clothes were dry. - No storage for suit cases. - Although having the air conditioner was nice, it was very loud and condo still felt warm! Overall 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Views
Thank you !
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal N., Onondaga, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Condo With Amazing Views
The check-in process was easy and the condo was cooled on our arrival, which was much appreciated. The views from the condo were spectacular! We got to watch sea turtles swim in front of the condo and come up on the beach every night to sleep…..so cool! There were about 13 that did this every night and from what I understand, they have done so for 5 years. The condo was clean and appreciated that it was stocked with all of the essentials until we could go to the store. We had one issue with a toliet leaking and I called the management company and it was taken care of same day. Kitchen was stocked with all of the necessary kitchen supplies needed to cook meals. There is a grill outside that you can use as well. The pool and hot tube were great after a day of excursions. The only thing that would have made it better is a couple of more large box fans to help keep you comfortable while you sleep. There is one in the master and a small one upstairs. This place was amazing and we could not recommend it more!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great choice
Was a perfect central location if you want to hit all sides of the island. this will be your best choice,15 to 20 minutes will get you to North, south, and west maui. Amazing little beach just past the condo at the end of the road has Amazing views for the sunrise. Fyi no access to the back of the grounds of the condo till 7am
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean views
We enjoyed our stay! Beautiful ocean views. We loved watching the sea turtles. Property was clean and well maintained. Perfect for our family.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abraham H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Manager was very responsive
We had looked forward to this stay for some time and unfortunately, I had a medical emergency requiring hospital stay due to a perforated colon and was not cleared to fly. That said, this is obviously no fault of the property and the correspondence I did have with the manager was very timely, polite, and concerned offering recommendations on what to do. I would recommend travel insurance for others as i did not see an option for it, but will look harder in the future. I will still give VRBO another shot in the future as i cannot place any wrongdoing to them as I would have made the same decisions as they did with a last minute cancelation of a stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline P., Calgary, Alberta Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view and quiet neighbourhood
This was our first time in Maui and this centrally located condo was a perfect jumping point for adventures. The neighbourhood is very quiet and peaceful and we loved the pool and and condo amenities very much. The condo is walking distance to restaurants, beach and harbour. We enjoyed snorkeling and watching sea turtles and whales off our balcony! Beautiful decor and well equipped kitchen. The washer/dryer were handy and there was a closet full of beach supplies! Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Sandi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
We gave a few suggestions on items that need attention. The biggest item is there needs to be a dresser in the loft as there isn't any place to put your clothes.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene L., Bellingham, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous view
The view from the Lanai was outstanding. Everything went very well. Management was terrific and very responsive.to a making our stay perfect. We hope there will be a dresser to unpack clothing in the loft bedroom in future.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana A., Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Very nice condo with all the amenities you could possibly need. The highlight of the unit is the Lanai looking right out over the ocean. Amazing! We would eat breakfast watching the turtles right at the edge of the property. The location of the unit is a short drive to any where on the island. The management company was very helpful with any questions and readily accessible. Great unit made for a great holiday.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shontory M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Location was centrally located and close to the airport. The view was breathtaking with lots of whale sightings. Just be sure to check for beaches and other activities that need reservations prior to going. Drove for two hours on the Road to Hana just to get turned around because we didn’t have reservations. Overall great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This location was a great launching point to explore the island. We visited all the major beaches and explored all the sights. Being centrally located really helped. Plus we were able to watch whale and turtle activity from the balcony. Condo was as described and the property was very quiet and clean. We would stay again.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
We chose Maalaea for the quiet mornings and peaceful evenings. The condo was in a great location and allowed to just that. We watched turtles from the lanai every morning and listened to the waves every evening. The tradewinds kept the condo nice and breezy so there was very little need for AC. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Nice
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris & Stephanie M., McKinney tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views beautiful place!!
We had a great stay. Beautiful place. Came in everything was clean and well equipped for our stay! We enjoyed our mornings watching the sun come up and enjoyed the breeze in the evening. Seeing the turtles come up in the evenings was an extra bonus. We loved our stay We would stay again. Stephanie M.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Turtles!
The condo was lovely , comfortable, and beautiful decorated. The central location was fantastic for exploring the island. The kitchen supplies (spoons, cooking utensils, plates...) could use some refresh...there were hardly any regular size spoons. Obviously not a major issue :-) We saw turtles every single day! Beautiful view from the balcony!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maui paradise
We enjoyed our stay at this unit. Our purpose was for a family wedding on the island. Air conditioning is a challenge but the views are breathtaking. Morning sunrise and proximity to airport was a convenient. The property management firm was great with responses to questions and needs. Thanks for a great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible View & Lovely Property
I would certainly stay here again. The place is gorgeous, it was clean, lovely, and I had everything I needed for the beach. It’s well kept and wonderful. A+. I loved they have shopping carts for groceries and we even used them for luggage. We met other wonderful people in the area during our stay. I love the area as well! It’s close to Kihei and Lahaina. You must check out both. I enjoyed Sugar Beach. 5 stars! Great interactions with the host as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic- didn’t want to leave
The apartment had everything anyone could need, beautiful location, plenty of parking, clean, beautiful view.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
View was amazing and it was fun to watch the turtles!
This property had a bright, beachy feel that fit the vibe we were looking for. The view and ocean sounds made for an amazing stay. Like others have noted, you can watch turtles from the balcony. We love it is located central to visiting different regions of the island. I would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Tyler, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Centrally located on Maui. Ocean front.
Nicely remodeled condo. My family of four was comfortable. We rented a SUV and took day trips to explore all over Maui. Beautiful beaches 45 north and 25 minutes south. It took us a little over an hour to get to the top of the volcano. The airport is only about 15 minutes from the condo which is really nice after the long flights to get there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay in Maui
Great location off the beaten path. No busy tourists areas. Everything is 20-30 min away! Access to beach on property where if you surf is great. Lots of surfers used this stretch of beach. Pool and SPA, and facilities are well maintained. People are very nice and welcoming. Nice BBQ area where you can see Sea turtles swimming by the shore.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location. Great view.
Very centralized location with a great view. Rental was clean and had all the amenities we needed
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aja S., Happy Valley, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Can't wait to return!
I've been to Maui many times, but never stayed near Ma'alaea until now. Not only was this location central to both sides of the island which was amazingly convenient, but the location was less crowded which allowed us to come and go with ease. The accommodations were perfect for our group of 5 adults! The decor was fresh, the property grounds were clean and quiet, and there were plenty of chairs, swim toys, and other thoughtful items in the room that helped make our vacation one to remember. If it's your first time in Maui or your 10th, I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worked well for our family with two teens
The harbor is windy but the location is central to getting around and amazing beaches are nearby! We definitely enjoyed the condo, the grounds, and the feel of the area. Perfect for our family of four with two teens.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic, extremely nice view/stay!
The view is breathtaking! We watched sea turtles from the lanai every late afternoon! The condo was beautiful and offered every convenience appreciated by everyone! The communication was above and beyond expectations. The location of the condo was central to every place in Maui. It was an exceptional stay and we will be coming back soon! Mahalo!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love staying at the Banyans
Ease of use and location is always appreciated! Found this unit (especially kitchen items) rather dirty upon arrival … sorry. But pots and pans Unacceptable!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family stay
Didn't want to leave
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Central Location
This was a great central location away from the crowds and that’s what we were hoping for. If you plan on exploring the entire island of Maui then I recommend highly the location. The room overlooks the ocean and we saw turtles swimming everyday. The snorkeling in front of the condo was also good. The only negative with regards to location is the sunset views. You still get the sunset colors in the sky, but not a direct view of the sun going down over the ocean. However, plenty of places nearby to experience that. Overall, this condo was great and we would recommend to our friends and family.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon stay
This property was perfect for our 5 day trip. Very clean and well equipped. The view is just incredible. We often saw sea turtles swimming in the shallow water right from our balcony! The location was wonderful, right on the water and close to many beaches, as well as shops and restaurants. I would recommend this property and would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Raine Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was perfect!
My favorite part of this place was the fact that it had beach chairs, a cooler, snorkel gear, and shampoo, and a hairdryer. That was so nice to have when flying in. We didn’t have to go buy or rent anything. The turtles out in the water were so fun to watch everyday.

10/10 Excellent

Mayra Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
I recently stayed with my family in unit 411 and it was AMAZING! The views are worth it alone. I stayed with my husband, infant children (5months, 1.5years), and my in-laws (grandparents). We enjoyed watching the sunrise each morning, the ocean sounds, and breeze. We saw some amazing turtles the first day we arrived. This condo accommodated all of us. The ocean center is just a few minutes away and the location is central to all Maui activities, which helps because there’s not much to do around the area. I would definitely re-book this place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We really enjoyed the amazing view. We initially had a few issues but communicating with Todd was excellent, he replied immediately and fixed as many as he could. With a few more updates this would be a perfect condo.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best of Both Worlds!
On the ocean, near the harbor, 15 min from Airport, 20 min from Lahina and Kihei and you don't feel like a tourist! The home was equipped with all essential items to include beach stuff! There is only 1 A/C in the living room, the upstairs stayed a bit warm and we could never close the door to the master because the tradewinds were much needed. I must say that, by day 3 we figured out the best solution for comfort! A/C on and top half of the bedroom windows open, however you must use the box fan. For shopping may I suggest to stop at Wal-Mart on the way from the airport, prices are great! The Management company was amazing and quick to respond. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Daphne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent views!
I wouldn’t give up the views for anything! The condo had everything we needed but, the unit is hot. They have one window unit by the living area and a few ceiling fans. The loft and the master are in the back of the unit. It never got as cool as we’d like. The washer was broken when we came, but we were compensated for that mishap. Again, I wouldn’t give up the view!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maui
Didn’t get a chance to stay here but Todd and vacations Maui were a great help to get me fully refunded. After this pandemic is over I wouldn’t mind taking my ohana to this condo. Mahalo nui loa (thank you very much)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Condo
Perfect location on the island, could watch whales and turtles from the balcony. The breeze at night was great through the condo- no need for ac. Had a small plumbing problem while at the condo and the manager quickly took care of it. Awesome place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Condo was updated and easy access to everything
Todd was awesome, answered all my questions promptly. Had everything a condo needed. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Stephan v.

Great view
Beautiful view and spacious unit with a central location - you're right in the middle of Maui and can get to any town or beach with ease. The unit is somewhat dated (older furniture, bathroom needs a bit of work) but it's reflected in the price which is overall good value. If you want something more modern and high-end then be prepared to pay more. Our family with small kids were comfortable and happy to call it home for 7 days. Note that the hot tub next to the (non-heated) swimming pool has an age restriction of 12+. Special thanks to Kevin and his team at Vacation Maui. They were fast to respond, efficient, and truly cared to make our stay a memorable one. We'll be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Artem S.

We liked it
Very nice property, everything was in order and working. Damaged chairs on lanai were replaced with the new ones. Views are incredible. We saw turtles from lanai every day and once saw a whale. Snorkeling from the little beach is somewhat difficult due to rocky bottom, but there are turtles there which makes it worth the effort. Communal grill downstairs was a big plus. Thanks, Kevin, we really enjoyed the vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Beautiful Views
Everything was describe as listed except the snorkeling. Not a great idea to try. For us there was too many rocks atleast in our area of the beach! Also wish I was warned about the chairs and screen door on the deck. Could of been prior tenants of not letting the owner know. Thanks so much Kevin. My husband John, son Ryan and myself really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Laura M.

Nice weather although very windy this time
Some things that could have been better were the maintenance of the unit. There was a huge noise that the resident manager said was a turbine or something which made a noise all night long especially with high winds. Ear plugs did not help much. The water pressure and heat was not consistent. At times hot enough at 11:00 pm and enough pressure and others next to none. Also the downstairs bathroom sink drain seemed plugged but by morning seemed to drain ok. Dont know what was going on with that. There seemed to be a garburator but no instructions or obvious way to use it ,therefore, did not use it so some smelly garbage had to be delt with like organics. I noticed the flush knob on the main floor bathroom also comes right off in your hand, thankfully when held just right it still allowed flushing to occur. Sounds travel easily with the moving of chairs on the floor in other units seeming like they are right in the same room. Not sure how that could be helped though. Also, the daily rate was high by comparison to others so not really explained by being high season. Being on the top floor gave us a nice view.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
We're glad you had a great time on Maui, as you mentioned when we checked in with you mid-stay. We were surprised at the tone of your review, given our interaction during your stay. We were extremely responsive to your questions about the draining sink, and when our maintenance person arrived, it appeared to be draining perfectly -- as you acknowledged in your review. We certainly were not aware of any strange noises -- we have not experienced that previously, but would like to have heard about it at the time so we might have resolved it. The switch to the "garburetor" (garbage disposal) is on the wall by the light switch in the kitchen -- again, we would love to have heard about that so we could have guided you. Please allow me to clarify your question about the rates: as you know, you called us mid-stay to ask why another unit online (not available, previously booked) was $20 more per night, and if we would discount ours during your stay. In addition to the other unit not being available, our unit is on the top floor, directly ocean front: the other unit was not. And March is indeed high season on Maui. I certainly hope that our declining to discount your unit after you had stayed there several days had nothing to do with your review -- we are extremely proactive to guest issues and would like to have known about your issues so we could have addressed them. Either way, we wish you Aloha and are glad you had a nice, relaxing stay!

6/10 Okay

catherine f.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Très belle vue
Appartement idéalement placé pour visiter l’île et la vue est incroyable. L’équipement est incomplet ( vaisselle, fer à repasser, grille pain cassé). Si vous avez besoin du manager il vous répondra vite mais ne résoudra pas vos demandes, dommage ☹️
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024