Vacation Rentals by Owner

Owners addressed our concerns

Guest: suzy (Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/16/11 Review Submitted: 02/08/12

I would like to thank the owners of this unit for contacted us both by phone & email, in regards to my comments about our stay over xmas 2011, We just received a CHEQUE last week for the cooking pans we bought, also they have ordered a NEW FRIDGE, in regards to the bathrooms, they know updating is needed when finances allow. As I stated to the owner, I have decide to write a review in regards to rental units we stay in. We have been coming to Kihei for over 30 yrs. staying either at the Hale Pau Hana or the Royal Mauian, so we have stayed in many units. We are not the typical once in a lifetime visitor, who are in AWE of everything. As we move into 2012, I expect these units to be updated, not the original plumbing etc. (built in the 70's) I would suggest THIS UNIT IS BETTER TODAY & WILL BE GREAT TO RENT, AS THESE OWNERS DO CARE AND LISTEN TO THEIR RENTERS.

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Disappointment for our family Christmas in this unit & the complex

Guest: suzy (Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/15/11 Review Submitted: 01/03/12

This unit was very disappointing, guest bathroom the original, bathtub no plugs, grubby, hard to turnyelli on water taps for shower old also, mastrbathroom old taps also, paint chipping on walls, twin beds, must be original mattresses, terrible to sleep in. Front drapes hanging off hooks, would not close, no cutting knifes, or steak knifes, no baking pans. Master bedroom closet smells of MOLD, BUGS everywhere, in dishwasher, behinds stove, fridge, cockrochess in guest bathroom .Maui Condo did not help us out at all. The complex is not Children Friendly at all, felt by many visitors who had family there. People yelling at little children too much noise in pool no balls on lawns, etc. terrible. Will not ever go there again.

Owner response:While this guest acknowledged her overstatements and that some complaints related to another unit she also rented, and offered to revise the Review, she never did do so. Please refer to the numerous other Reviews for this condo and contact us with any questions. we look forward to your enjoyable stay with us. Mahalo

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Ladies Beach Getaway

Guest: Maggie & Friends (Vancouver Island, BC Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/07/11 Review Submitted: 11/22/11

Our first experience with a ground floor unit and we loved it! We spent all our 'at home' time on the lanai enjoying the landscaping, ocean breezes, and chatting with other guests. The proximity to the pool and 2 wonderful beaches was perfect. Furniture and beds were very comfortable and it was cool and quiet at night. The roof top garden exceeded our expectiotions. The snorkeling out front was very good and the dining at nearby restaurants enjoyable. The Royal Mauiian is a very well maintained resort in a perfect location.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Wedding

Guest: From Michigan
Date of Stay: 09/19/11 Review Submitted: 10/19/11

Had a great stay in your condo! Our son was married at Wailea Gardens on Saturday and the whole family was there. This place was a perfect stop between all 12 of us. Thanks for everything!

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Happy Canadian in Maui

Guest: Mahalo nui loa. Mike
Date of Stay: 06/30/11 Review Submitted: 07/15/11

Our kids have truly enjoyed yuour place. We were always on the 4th floor and never appreciated the benefits, especially for kids, of being on the ground floor. The weather has been typical for summer. Beautiful mornings and windy afternoon. Exactly what we were expecting. We are already talking about returning for a longer time. Thank you again for the late check out. It really makes a difference for the kids. I hope you get here often and enjoy it as much as we have for the past 38 years. The |Royal Mauian is the best on Maui in my opinion.

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Perfect Location

Guest: Cloverdale, BC
Date of Stay: 05/21/11 Review Submitted: 10/19/11

Thank you for the opportunity to use your fabulous condo. The location and proximity to beaches, is second to none. We especially enjoyed our morning coffee and cinnamon buns (from across the street ...awesome!!), the dinners on the rooftop patio and the countless hours snorkeling and bogie boarding at the beach. Our 2 kids put the pool to good use when the winds picked up, and played on the beautiful front yard. We really hope to visit Maui again and would love to return to the Royal Mauian 115. The ground floor access was perfect.

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Awesome!

Guest: Love Maui (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/22/11 Review Submitted: 05/04/11

We just got back from 10 days at this amazing property. It was everything we thought it would be and more! The condo had everything we needed,from towels to kitchen supplies (even dishsoap and trash bags) and everything in between! The views were spectacular! Being on the ground floor was so great just to walk out to the grass to watch turtles! The grass is amazingly soft and cushiony being barefoot with our babies was great fun! We never wanted to leave and spent most of our time on the lanai, the grass area, pool and of course the beach! Both beaches Kam I & II are great! Super close and a nice walk on the soft grass in either direction to the beach. Snorkeling was good and my husband even fished from the rocks out front early mornings, the rocks are where we also viewed turtles for at least 20 minutes and took some amazing photos! We watched turtles from the grass as well, they seem to come by there all the time which was great. Our family had 2 other condos at the Royal and everyone loved ours the best and commented on how homey it was! We would definetly recommend this unit, very clean, very easy to work with the owner who uses a local rental company for contracts and payments and answered all my questions prior to the trip. I had trouble sleeping since I got home not being able to hear the waves crashing can be addicting! We left the windows open all night and enjoyed being lulled to sleep by the ocean outside. The property is so clean and well kept. The pool and lawn chairs are cleaned constantly and the landscape is immaculate! The roof top barbeque area is another treat! The sunsets up there are great and its fully equipped also, with a kitchen area, bathroom and lots of tables and chairs with better views than most of the restaurants and so convienent not even having to leave the property! Such a great place for a memorable family dinner! We have been to Maui before stayed in Kaanapali at Sheraton Black Rock, Embassy Suites and even the Grand Wailea, but our best time yet was here at the Royal Mauian in this unit!! We hope to be back again soon!

Owner response:We are elated that you enjoyed our condo as much as we do. We can't wait for your return visit. Mahalo Owners of RM115

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Best View and Extra Nice

Guest: Robin (OC , CA)
Date of Stay: 04/04/11 Review Submitted: 04/15/11

This is a wonderful condo, located centerally to many activities. Clean, upgraded, comfortable and ocean front on the ground floor. Views abound. I would come back again and again to the same location- exceptional!

Owner response:We are delighted that your family enjoyed our paradise. Looking forward to your next visit - with the ability to spend more time exploring. Mahalo

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

New Years!

Guest: Calgary AB, Canada
Date of Stay: 01/01/11 Review Submitted: 10/19/11

What a wonderful place to start the new year in! I hope what they say is true about what you do on New Years Eve is what you'll be doing for the rest of the new years. For us, that would mean spending it in Maui at the Royal Mauian. We had a fabulous Christmas and New Years in your unit. Thank you so much for the hospitality good basket waiting for us upon our arrival. We hope to be back soon making more great memories.

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Superb location

Guest: Stephanie (Calgary, AB, Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/22/10 Review Submitted: 01/24/11

Location is superb. Just walk right out from your patio onto the grass and view the ocean and beach right in front of you. A little noisier than expected as it is right by the pool but when you're on holidays in Maui, it's takes alot more than loud conversations and splashing to make you have a bad time. Cannot beat the location!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

We're ready to plan our next trip!

Guest: Snorkeling family! (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 12/13/10 Review Submitted: 01/24/11

Just a quick note to say thank you so much for the lovely gift basket and for the use of your place. We’ve had a marvelous time. We took our boys snorkeling with us today and we all saw turtles as well as myriad of fish. Our youngest has been getting comfortable swimming in the pool in the afternoons. The ground floor has been very convenient, and the BBQs on the rooftops are great. Location can't be beat--between 2 great beaches and across the street from shave ice and the natural food store!

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Guest: Diving Couple
Date of Stay: 09/11/10 Review Submitted: 10/26/10

To hear the rolling waves from the bedroom is so calm and relaxing. It's fantastic that the apartment in on the ground floor, being able to walk through the garden and sit in the lounge chairs. The rooftop BBQ's are good too, worth to make dinner up there and watch the sunset. We did 8 dives this week; 4 with Ed Robinson i Kihei, good organization. Molokini, Red Hill, Molokini Sunset and Morty's reef night dive. All very good dives. Along the coast in Wailea we did 2 dives on our own. Then we also drove out to Lahina to dive with Frontier Horizon(great!). We saw > 100 dolphins swimming and jumping by. The snorkeling right in front of the condo is good too! Go in the ocean from north to south - we saw a couple of turtles.

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Great apartment, all equipment, waterfront, close to beach!

Guest: Monica (Canada)
Date of Stay: 09/05/10 Review Submitted: 09/29/10

Hi, We had a great time in this apartment. It was very well maintained with all the equipment that you can wish for. Fully equipped kitchen incl. blender & toaster, coffee maker with coffee, tea, dishwashing soap etc. Towels & soap in bathroom. A welcome basket on the table. We felt immediately at home. The unit is at the best location, oceanfront and just next to the pool. The beach is a minute away. The bbq deck on the roof is a nice extra. Also the place is very large with a lot of closet space including walk-in. In the main bedroom you can hear the waves on the rocks at night, very calming. Snorkeling is right in front of the building where you can see the large turtles. For diving: Ed Robinson in Kihei or Extended horizons in Lahaina. One thing is that there is a lot of wind in the afternoon, the private patio is nice and sheltered, but it would have been nice if there was a windbreaker on the grass/pool area so you could still be in the sun but out of the wind. Have fun!

Owner response: Thanks for the great review. We love our piece of paradise! Thanks for commenting on the Welcome Basket! Mahalo

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Tacoma, WA
Date of Stay: 08/14/10 Review Submitted: 10/26/10

One week is just not enough. Can't wit to come back. Maui is amazing. This is a great room/area why go anywhere else! I truly enjoyed spending my with 50th in the 50th. My sis and nice are great roommates and travel companions. I hope to come back HERE and spend time with family and the turtles. Thanks for allowing us the use of 115. Maui has been good to us and we hate to leave! The condo was wonderful and hopefully we can visit again soon!

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Guest: Vancoer BC Canada
Date of Stay: 06/10/10 Review Submitted: 10/26/10

I had a wonderful 2 1/2 weeks here. First week was with my mom and friend. We went up the crater, Lahina, the end of the road past Wailea and then of course Hana. Repeated it the 2nd week when they went home and my husband, youngest son and girlfriend came. Beautiful spot with great sunsets. Hana is always the best and the road past Hana around the other side of the island is very scenic and safe. Will return hopefully one day soon.

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Guest: Vancoer BC Canada
Date of Stay: 06/01/10 Review Submitted: 10/26/10

Just spent a lovely week with my daughter and friend. I go to swim in the ocean and several times in the pool. We went to Laina and out in the submarine, not as many fish as twenty years ago! We also went up the volcano right to the top. We also went to Hanna, much better now the road is paved! What a wonderful week not long enough will be back I hope. Very nice place. Thank you. Chilliwack BC Vancouver.

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Charles, Cathie and Family

Guest: Blondie (Vancouver, Canada)
Date of Stay: 05/25/10 Review Submitted: 07/08/10

I spent almost 3 weeks in the condo - the first with my mom and friend and the rest of the time with my husband, youngest son and girlfriend. The location is fabulous. Steps from your Lanai is the pool and then the ocean. A short walk in either direction takes you to 2 of the best beaches on the island. I have been to Maui about 15 times and the weather has been beautiful all but one time. Right across the street from the condo are several malls for shopping and dining. Spent many a Happy Hour enjoying the sunset at Moose McGillicuttys which has decent food and great drinks. A short walk home is also nice. Cafe O Lei directly across the street always has good dinners. Rooftop Barbecue is fun too with great views. Must do's on Maui - Get the CD for the drive to Hana (available in Paia or most stores) and make a lot of stops along the way. There is not a lot in Hana - it is the journey getting there. We always take the back road home - it is on the maps. There is some gravel sections but just go slow. Leave around 8 a.m. and don't plan to be home until 8 p.m. Lahina is a good place to go and there are some really beautiful beaches along the way. Haleakala is also worth the drive as is the drive to the end of the road past Wailea. Really love going to Maui and will definitely be back.

Owner response:Truly the best beaches on Maui and we are right in the middle of them. Just steps away and you are enjoying true Maui. The mall across the street has wonderful shopping - the hand craft store with local treasures is always a great place to find a gift to take home to your friends and family members that did not make the trip with you. We have been coming to Kihei for more than 25 years and always find new adventures. We look forward to having you as our guests. We also include a local welcome basket that is a great hit with our guests. Mahalo

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Yurino Russia
Date of Stay: 04/07/10 Review Submitted: 10/26/10

I wish I could stay longer, but can't. All though its only my second day here and I've still got five days left I feel that when I leave Maui I will not like it! I really am enjoying the hot weather because I live in Yurino Russia! Luckily there are summers with grass and flowers but no lovely beaches like in Hawaii! And worst of all it's not summer, but the spring has to promise for warmth every year and signs of the new season are creeping there way out of the frosty winter!

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Guest: Great views
Date of Stay: 03/23/10 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

Great stay, Great views. We had a very relaxing week. Mahalo -

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Guest: Welcome basket
Date of Stay: 02/27/10 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

We really appreciated the welcome basket of Maui products and we did make ourselves at home. Thank you for leaving some basic cleaning supplies to help us keep the suite tidy. We were grateful for the use of the flippers that we used to snorkel around the coral in from to enjoy the many colorful fish and the turtles - Wow! The lanai was our favorite place from morning to night. We look forward to our next visit. Mahalo!

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Guest: Age 6
Date of Stay: 12/05/09 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

I love the ocean. Seattle WA

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Guest: Seattle, WA
Date of Stay: 12/05/09 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

Thank you so much for opening up your condo to us. It was perfect for our family and so cozy. We had an amazing vacation. It was wonderful to have the beach and pool right outside of our door. We would definitely recommend the Royal Mauian to our friends.

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Guest: Girls grow fins
Date of Stay: 10/25/09 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

Wish we could stay longer, but if we did the girls would definitely grow fins! Love this place. Great beaches. Great location and awesome weather. Mahalo!

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Guest: Victoria, BC Canada
Date of Stay: 09/12/09 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

Thank you so much! Your condo is a little piece of heaven. We had a wonderful family holiday and are seriously considering coming back the same time next year. We stayed at the Kamaole Sands in 2008 and it just doesn't comp[are to the setting of the Royal Mauian. We enjoyed many evening on the lanai watching sea turtles, sunsets, and sipping on tropical drinks. The road to Haleakala is not for the faint of heart. My daughter and I both got car sick for the first time and have ruled out a trip to Hana. We did enjoy the sunrise though :). Warmest Mahalo.

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Guest: Arroyo Grande, CA
Date of Stay: 08/11/09 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

Thank you very much. Your condo had everything we needed. We had 3 condo's in the building and this unit was by far the best. We watched as Hurricane Felicia approached the island on the day we were to fly out. Thankfully, it has been downgraded to a tropical depression as we head for the airport. We spent 9 beautiful days here, it was 85-90 degrees but the trade winds kept us cool. The staff here does a wonderful job keeping the ground beautiful. Mahalo!

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Guest: Cold Climates of Colorado
Date of Stay: 04/04/09 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

Mahalo! We had a wonderful visit. The snorkeling right outside the door is fabulous. What a beautiful location and island oasis. From the cold climates of Colorado & Michigan.

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Guest: Three Sisters
Date of Stay: 03/19/09 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

It was a wonderful time for 3-sisters and almost all our husbands to celebrate our 25th, 30th & 36th special anniversaries. We enjoyed, touring, scuba, snorkeling and basking in the sun. Weather was somewhat cooperative, had a few days of rain but not bad. Our favorite sites were of course the whales, turtles and a friendly pregnant monk seal that perched herself right on top of our stacked lava rock out front. Mahalo! PS - Shopping was awesome right across the street. Favorite restaurant was Matteo's Italian in the Wailea Golf Course.

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Guest: Edmonton / Alberta / Canada
Date of Stay: 01/19/09 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

Aloha! Thank you so much for the wonderful stay in suite 115, what a perfect location! We've done so many memorable things, from watching a mom whale giving birth to her baby right out front, to watching a traditional luau in Lahaina. For the most part the weather has been great, we've had a few rainy days, but without rain there would be no rainbows! We've also made a couple of friends that come visit this suite on a daily basis now :). A couple of zebra doves (Popeye and Olive Oil) have now claimed your front patio as there own little home and they ward off all the other zebra doves most of the time. When its feeding time - anything bread-like is up to their standards. We often see the same spotted dove, 2 myna birds, the occasional marsh sandpipe- and a bunch of house sparrows getting in on the action as well. So needless to say, we've had lots of fun and left you with a large adorable, yet doting little family. From all 4 of us, thank you again for our time here, it will forever be remembered. Mahalo!

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Guest: Saskatchuen CA
Date of Stay: 01/01/09 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

Loved the spectacular view from our bedroom and lanai. Very nice to have coffee on hte lanai in the morning. We had great weather! Enjoyed many swims in the pool and the ocean. Then boogie boarding - lots of fun. Enjoyed channel 7 - visitors channel of Maui - very helpful. Great coffee maker and enjoyed the nice TV's!! People were very friendly here! Enjoyed the upper barbecue deck deck! Thanks again! It was fantastic. PS - Enjoyed seeing whales right our the door.

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Guest: Big Families
Date of Stay: 12/11/08 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

Thank you for the wonderful time! Even though there were storms, we enjoyed ourselves so much. What an Oasis. Mahalo!

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Guest: Canadian Friends
Date of Stay: 10/04/08 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

Aloha! Thanks for making your condo such a comfortable "home away from home" for us. We have shared many 'firsts' this week, and experiences are what count when one reaches 75. We snorkeled at Molokini from the Quicksilver, we flew in a helicopter on a tour of Maui with Blue Hawaiian. We enjoyed a wonderful BBQ on the roof-top. We also enjoyed meals her on the lanai. Mahalo.

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