Reviews for Kahana Vacation Rental - VRBO 45772 - 2 BR West Maui Condo in HI, Spectacular Direct Oceanfront Corner 2 BR/2.5BA W/40' Deck!

Texans in Paradise

Guest Dan B.
Date of stay 03/01/13
Review Submitted 03/12/13

This condo was located just a few yards off the water where the view was spectacular from the balcony. We saw many whales each of the days we were there. Infact, we cancelled our whale watching outing since the viewing from the balcony was so exceptional. The unit was very spacious for the two couples (four adults), clean, and well appointed with all of the necessary as well as nice to have ammenities (e.g. ice chest). We just added groceries and our clothes and were ready to enjoy. The proximity to the island activities was very good and the views driving to and from our daily destinations were amazing. The kitchen had everything we needed and even some things that were there but we never used them. My compliments to Bill and Dondi along with the property management company for making our experience excellent. We all agreed that we will return to Maui and to this condo in a heartbeat. The only thing I could think of that was a negetive was that we were unable to connect to the internet at times. We never determined why service was so inconsistent so you may want to check on this.

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

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Wonderful View

Guest Whale lovers
Date of stay 01/07/13
Review Submitted 01/27/13

Spectacular view from lanai! Could watch whales breaching, tail slapping,etc. from lanai with naked eye or even better using binoculars. That was the main reason for our trip and we could not have asked for more. Condo is wonderful. Very spacious and airy. With all sliding doors open ,the sound of the ocean and the breeze was wonderful. We are seriously thinking of going back next year for the whales again!And definitely will stay in 811 again. Thanks to Bill and Dondi for being so helpful.

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

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Another Great Stay

Guest Lori
Date of stay 12/22/12
Review Submitted 01/04/13

This is our second stay in this wonderful condo with unforgettable views. We were so happy last year we rebooked for this year and opened the doors to beautiful newly tiled flooring throughout and upgraded bathrooms. Once again the whale and turtle watching from the outdoor terrace was non-stop. So awesome! Such a nice place to stay on Maui. Mahalo.

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

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Holiday Vacation

Guest Golfers
Date of stay 12/18/12
Review Submitted 12/23/12

What an awesome place! We spent only 4 nights on Maui because it is not our favorite island. Now that we have stayed here, we will DEFINITELY be back just to stay here again, especially for the wonderful views. It was very breezy, so we constantly had the doors open listening to the waves on the beach. Unit was very clean, bathrooms recently remodeled, and great local cuisine nearby. Owners provided some great recommendations on where to eat and things to do. We especially liked the coded door lock. Since there were multiple people in our group, we didn't need to worry about who had the key and if they'd be in the unit when we wanted to come back. It provided the ultimate in flexibility for coming and going.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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vacation maui

Guest J and D
Date of stay 11/05/12
Review Submitted 01/09/13

My husband and I rented this condo in November 2012. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The condo is exactly how it appears in the photos. The view is breathtaking, the beach was lovely. We enjoyed watching the sea turtles everyday out front. The building itself could use some updating, but that didn't affect us, it was quiet, the grounds were lovely, pool well maintained. We could catch the bus out front to go to Lahaina. The owner's were terrific everything went as planned. The condo was clean,and well stocked we didn't need to buy anything, even boogie boards were supplied. We would stay here again. Port Moody B.C.

Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

Owner response: Thank you very much for your feedback and comments. We appreciate your being our guests. During the time you were there, they were remodeling the pool bathrooms by the elevator, in addition to having a large tennis court rehab project which filled part of the parking lot with many trucks and men. This was done in advance of the expected busy Christmas season. They completed it on time and results are beautiful, with granite countertops in the pool bathrooms and great tennis courts. There is also new pool furniture. If you return, I am sure that you will be impressed with the new and improved features of the resort, which will complement the new lobby and elevators that we completed the past couple of years!

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Wonderful condo with AMAZING view!

Guest Fiona
Date of stay 10/04/12
Review Submitted 10/16/12

My family and I had a fantastic time in Maui, and a lot of it had to do with this condo! We just couldn't get over the view - ocean as far as you can see, amazing sunsets, and we even saw a turtle and 2 stingrays swimming by. It was also very convenient to have a full kitchen and in suite washer/dryer with our toddler. The condo is very well maintained and spacious. We'd definitely stay here again. Thanks so much! :)

Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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The Place to Stay on Maui!

Guest Carey H
Date of stay 07/22/12
Review Submitted 08/03/12

The location of the condo was great! We loved Kahana, it wasn't too busy, but everything was close by. The condo itself was amazing! It looked exactly like the pictures. It was big and spacious and had everything you could need. The staff at the Royal Kahana were very nice and so helpful. The condo was very clean and very well maintained. We loved the pool, it was never too busy and was very warm. The beach and ocean were great, too. Neither were crowded, so it was nice to sit there or snorkel. The reef calmed down the ocean waves, which made it nice to swim and/or snorkel. There were many sea turtles and fish in the ocean. We would see turtles daily, just sitting on the lanai. The views were spectacular and there were lots of rainbows! Bill and Dondi were great people to deal with. We're hoping to return asap :)

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

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Best Accommodations EVER in Hawaii

Guest Crystal
Date of stay 06/18/12
Review Submitted 07/10/12

I have traveled to the Hawaiian islands at least 10 times. I usually stayed in hotels such as Marriott or Hilton. We have three children so we would have to book two rooms. Eating out for every meal gets old. We decided to try out VRBO and rent a condo. We stayed for 10 days and absolutely loved our stay. The views were breathtaking. We spent a lot of time in the condo which is well stocked with everything you will need. Bill and Dondi have thought of everything. We saw turtles from the AMAZING lanai every single day. There is a perfect view of the islands Lanai and Molokai and we enjoyed watching the sun set between the two islands every evening. The pool was so warm and never crowded, We used the grills by the pool most nights to make our dinner. The beach in front of the condo (just steps away from the pool) was never crowded. Being so close to the beach that I could hear the waves at night as I fell asleep was amazing. I don't have a single complaint about this condo and will not consider staying anywhere else the next time I am in Maui. I have recommended it to all of our friends and family and showed several pictures of the unit and they are completely jealous! :) I could go on and on about how wonderful this condo is!

Recommended for: Families with young children

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We found this condo and resort to be very excellent; location; level and proximity to the beach.

Guest Oregon_City_10
Date of stay 05/19/12
Review Submitted 06/04/12

In addition to the excellent condo, the resort property is very well maintained. Based on several years travel experience, probably one of a very few of property rentals so well mainatained and managed. Excellent resort facility.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Royal Kahana 811

Guest Jim
Date of stay 04/05/12
Review Submitted 04/23/12

This was a return visit and our experience was as good as we expected. The property listing is accurate and the photos show the condo perfectly. The condo was very clean, including the bedding, linens, and towels. Bill and Dondi have always been helpful and willing to answer all our questions. We would definalely recommend this condo to friends and relatives. We visit Maui every year, mainly for the Lanai views of the the water, beach and neighboring islands. Thanks again for another wonderful time. Already looking forward to next year.

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

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Wonderful, Wonderful, Wonderful !

Guest Les
Date of stay 03/15/12
Review Submitted 04/04/12

We are just finishing a 3 weeks stay in 811 and it has been wonderful. The condo is spacious, light and airy. Wonderful breezes from the ocean waft through the rooms. The location is ideal and the views are spectacular. Everything needed is at hand. Who could ask for anything more!

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

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Great Stay

Guest Lori
Date of stay 12/11/11
Review Submitted 12/22/11

This oceanfront condo was the best stay (and views) by far that we've had on Maui. Being on the 8th floor we were able to see the turtles below, the dolphins and whales, and enjoy beautiful sunsets. The condo had everything we needed and more! We were close to running trails, beaches and shopping.

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.

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Fantastic Location!

Guest Becki
Date of stay 11/13/11
Review Submitted 11/21/11

A stay at this condo guarantees a wonderful and memorable vacation experience. There cannot be a better location anywhere. Additionally, the condo is outfitted perfectly. There are ample linens and supplies. Even things like boogie boards, ice packs, cooler, beach towels, beach chairs and umbrella...it's all there! The WiFi worked flawlessly. Both bedrooms were very spacious, and having en suite bathrooms was really nice. The owners were wonderful to work with and before our arrival supplied us with plenty of information, including very helpful information on where to dine in the area, with both fine dining and low cost alternatives, so you could match it to your personal preference. We tried several of their suggestions and none of them disappointed. The beach is right below you, there is a pool and barbeque on site, along with a fitness room, ping pong table. We would have to say that our stay here exceeded our expectations. Thanks so much!

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

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Spectacular View!

Guest Diane
Date of stay 10/31/11
Review Submitted 11/20/11

I can't imagine a more spectacular view in Maui. This wrap around lanai and view make this property worth it on its own. We spent many hours enjoying the lanai and for someone who just wants to kick back and enjoy the sunshine and ocean you would never have to leave. We also found Kahana to be a great location. We could get to everything easily yet it wasn't crazy busy. There were a variety of restaurants to chose from within a short distance as well as shopping and other activities. We were able to access the rest of the island easily. It was a great base location. The information regarding the location and property were accurate. The property was very clean and well maintained. The pool was a nice option and everyone who worked on the property was very friendly and helpful. Last of all dealing with Bill and Dondi was great. I spoke to Bill on the phone as well as e-mail correspondence. He was always pleasant and very helpful. They sent us information regarding the property and answered any questions we may have had. I would love to return to this condo but hope to come during whale season next time. Thanks Bill and Dondi.

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

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What a great condo!

Guest Buff Daddy
Date of stay 09/28/11
Review Submitted 10/17/11

Spent 10 days in this great condo with our two granddaughters. Tons of room, superb views and terrific location. Right on the ocean with plenty of beach space. The swimming pool was bigger than I expected and there were at least 4 very nice barbeques (maybe more) that we used frequently. Really can't think of anything else we could have added to make this a better vacation spot. Highly recommended.

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

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What a view!

Guest Kathy
Date of stay 09/20/11
Review Submitted 09/29/11

A very welcoming and comfortable condo with an incredible view. We enjoyed the beach as well as the pool here not to mention the turtles and sunsets!

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

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Fantastic Vacation and Condo!

Guest Dick
Date of stay 08/23/11
Review Submitted 09/09/11

Thank you Bill and Dondi for making your condo available. We had a fabulous time snorkeling, laying in the sun, dining on the wonderful lanai and watching the romantic sunsets. Our kids loved the beach and we all had a great time! The condo had incredible views and was everything we could have wanted. Our kids are begging us to go back already! The Tomkins

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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A Wonderful Maui Home Away From Home

Guest SAM
Date of stay 05/17/11
Review Submitted 05/28/11

We stayed in this very nice unit with another couple May 10-17, 2011. The views from both lanais are fantastic. The unit is very quiet. Loved the pool area and quick access to the beach. The snorkelers with us liked the snorkeling on the condo beach. The condo was very clean and the a/c worked well. Would recommend to the owners to up-date the smaller 2nd bedroom some. We paid the same amount to stay in that bedroom as the other couple did for the master bedroom, so it could be a little nicer. But overall this is an excellent property and very convenient to Lahania.

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

Owner response: Aloha, and thank you for your comments. We are pleased you enjoyed our unit. I would like to point out that all the furniture is within 2 to 5 years old, and both the master and guest bedrooms are the same size. The differences are that the master bath area is slightly larger due to a large closet in that area, but that the guest bedroom has a large closet in it, too. The biggest difference is that the master bedroom has an oceanfront view, which makes it seem larger. We hope that if you return with the same couple, that you may switch places and enjoy the master bedroom and all of its fantastic views!

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Best condo/value on Maui

Guest Jon & Blue
Date of stay 03/23/11
Review Submitted 04/06/11

I've stayed at lots of condos and hotels on Maui, all over Hawaii actually. And this one is now definitely our new favorite. Why? Well, first and foremost are the incredible views. I'd say "view" rather than "views", but there's so much to see: In front of you to the left is Lanai (the island, not the porch), and to the right is Molokai, both seen over an expansive ocean which, during much of the day, shows innumerable shades of blue and green and frequent whale spouts and breaches. And, there's a full view of the beach below and to the side, there's the pool area. Most days, down to the right I could see sea turtles, up to five at a time. And, behind to the left are the West Maui mountains although you only see a sliver of that from the lanai. Because the condo is on kind of a corner, the windows AND THE LANAI are both very very wide. Also, the high-up 8th story view presents a clearer perspective of the view than do lower floors. Facing the West, you get beautiful sunsets, and because that can make the condo a bit warm, that's ok due to your choice of a normally strong cross breeze through the condo OR two-zoned air conditioning. Nice. The washer dryer in the unit is a bit on the small and slow side, but it's free and allowed us to pack less clothes. The king bed in the master bedroom was firm and comfortable. We didn't use the 2nd bedroom beds, but we loved the extra space. I also like that the condo has 2 and one-half baths, making for an even more comfortable stay. While here, we took advantage several times of the free onsite tennis courts, the communal gas barbecue grills, and the free garage parking. If you're still reading this and you find yourself in Maui, I'm sure you've heard of several must-dos, like the drive to Hana, etc. Here are a couple you may not have heard about: (a) Whale-watching (in-season) with Captain Steve's Rafting (we've done several whale watches and like this one the best) and (b) the expensive Mama's Fish House restaurant just east of Kahului -- get the Polynesian Black Pearl dessert. Wow. Bill and Dondi have been GREAT to deal with from months ago when we reserved through today. We've now been here two weeks, and I'm sadly typing this on our last day here. We can't wait to come back.

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

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Maui Rental

Guest rfk318
Date of stay 02/04/11
Review Submitted 02/16/11

The condo was excellent. It had everything we needed. The location was excellent also.l

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

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Kahana Experience

Guest Don
Date of stay 01/23/11
Review Submitted 02/06/11

Our stay in January 2011 was just terrific. The views of the ocean with the whales seemingly everywhere made the stay so enjoyable. We even had a large turtle right off the beach which we could see. The pictures in the listing are very accurate and the property was exactly what we expected. We would recommend this to anyone and Bill and Dondi couldn't have been more helpful. There are restaurants closeby, grocery stores within reach, walking areas, plenty of beach access and lots of information about the area and things to do.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Looking for the perfect vacation rental; You have just found it!!!

Guest Jerry
Date of stay 01/15/11
Review Submitted 01/26/11

The Royal Kahana Suite 811 for my wife and I is the perfect Maui getaway. The condo is huge with enough room to sleep 6. Views from the wraparound lanai are spectacular, with unobstructed views of Lanai and Molokai. All the ammenities that you would need are provided and all that you really need to bring is your bathing suit. The owners of the condo are very attuned to your specific needs and try to do everything possible to make your stay memorable. Spectacular views, wraparound lanai, large rooms and great owners....what else can you ask for? Highly recommended!!!

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

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WOW, IT TOOK OUR BREATH AWAY

Guest Bob
Date of stay 01/05/11
Review Submitted 01/30/11

Upon arriving at sunset and opening the door (thanks to no keys or key cards), a wide open expanse with windows galore took our breath away. The condo is everything claimed to be and much, much more. Very relaxing and comfortable. After our touring and shopping days, we could not wait to get back "home". The huge lanai was great, and the whales did not disappoint us. We are certainly glad that we found your property and we hope to do it again soon. Thank Bill and Dhondi for your help and the information provided was very beneficial. Our 10 days 1/5-1/15/2011 was way to short.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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A Little Slice of Paradise

Guest Sandie
Date of stay 12/01/10
Review Submitted 12/12/10

Having just returned from 10 nights at this beautiful property, my husband and I would highly recommend it. Spacious and comfortable with stunning views, it offers many ammenities to make your stay pleasant and enjoyable. It was even more than we expected from the photos and description. The owner(s) was most helpful and easy to deal with, even sending us a packet with all the information we needed for our stay plus suggestions and very useful tips regarding places to eat, how to get around, etc. The condo location is great, close to Lahaina Old Town with many options for shopping and dining out...or just eating in and enjoying your own meal on the roomy lanai. Tis easy to get around the area with a variety of activites available. We're looking forward to a return visit :).

Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Stunning Condo & Views, Highly Recommended!

Guest Heather and George
Date of stay 11/25/10
Review Submitted 12/11/10

Aloha! To those of you who may be considering a stay here, I highly recommend it!!! My boyfriend and I just spent Thanksgiving at this stunning condo and couldn't have had a better time! The view is a jaw-dropper and the condo had everything we needed to make ourselves feel right at home. It was so peaceful to fall asleep to the sound of the crashing waves, literally a stone's throw away. The condo was very clean and it was so nice to have the extra bathrooms and bedroom. We had plenty of space and let the ocean breeze sweep through the plenty of windows in the condo. It is very "open" and the view through the sliders, leading out to the lanai, are enough to stop you in your tracks when you walk through the front door. Bill and Dondi were so helpful and were a pleasure to work with. They sent us some great information and recommendations prior to our vacation, which was much appreciated since it was our first time visiting Maui. We are already looking forward to returning and staying here again! Tips on places to go and things to do: We recommend going to the Old Lahaina Luau (it is very well done and the food is delicious ... although I'm going to have to say the Poi was, well, Poi), go snorkeling at Black Rock and Molokini Crater, have dinner at Mama's Fish House, and pack a picnic lunch for a magical drive on the Road to Hana. (Bring the "Hana" CD in the car with you that can be found in the condo. It was nice to have a narrative as we drove the road). Pick up a copy of the book called "Maui Revealed". It's a true gem and was the best guidebook we've ever used. You won't regret staying at this gorgeous condo! They even have fresh Kona coffee in the lobby each morning! Wishing you as marvelous a trip as we just had! Heather and George

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

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Great place to enjoy family and friends

Guest RT
Date of stay 08/21/10
Review Submitted 09/07/10

Last minute reservation turned into one of the best 10 day vacations ever. We brought a first time visiting couple with us and they are hooked as we are. We come back to Maui at least every other year. This condo has it all. Two master bedrooms, an extra half bath, a wrap around lanai with breathtaking views from inside and outside. We lived on the lanai in the morning and late afternoon. Great beach to walk on outside the complex door. Clean and well kept grounds, pool, and BBQ areas. Could not ask for anything more. Will be back with our grown children hopefully next year

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

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 04/12/10
Review Submitted 04/12/10

Bill and Dondi,Thank you so much for providing such a lovely home away from home for us in Maui. We loved the view from your unit as it allowed us to enjoy sighting the whales while sitting and enjoying a morning coffee or an evening beverage!The kids really enjoyed the beach and loved the pool because "it is warm and has turtles in it". Your unit was spacious and well equipped! Thank you again! We will definitely be returning to Maui! The Armitages

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 04/12/10
Review Submitted 04/12/10

Bill and Dondi,Thank you so much for providing such a lovely home away from home for us in Maui. We loved the view from your unit as it allowed us to enjoy sighting the whales while sitting and enjoying a morning coffee or an evening beverage!The kids really enjoyed the beach and loved the pool because "it is warm and has turtles in it". Your unit was spacious and well equipped! Thank you again! We will definitely be returning to Maui! The Armitages

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Guest Rob and Jan
Date of stay 03/29/10
Review Submitted 03/29/10

Hi Bill and Dondi. We're in our second week here and I would echo all the great comments we've read. Aside from the Condo being spacious (travelling with another couple), comfortable and well equipped, the location is spectacular. The large lanai has offered us a bird's eye view of the very active whales, turtles right below us, sunsets, rainbows and the snorkelling is good right from the beach below. The pool area is very nice, water is warm and lots of chairs always available. We've travelled to Oahu, Barbados, Mayan Riviera and the west coast of Mexico several times. This ranks as a 10 out of 10 for me. Great value also. Got to go -still a few more days to enjoy!Thanks again and regardsRob

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 03/17/10
Review Submitted 03/17/10

What a view! We have stayed in Hawaii on all of the 4 major islands over the last 12 years and this place takes the crown for the view. If you enjoy Kona coffee on a spacious lanai listening to the surf and watching whales jump, the sun set, and fantastic rainbows this place is for you. Thanks Bill and Dondi for letting us use your place, we will be back. Beth and Richard

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Guest Alan & Florence Tsai
Date of stay 03/08/10
Review Submitted 03/07/10

Bill & Dondi: Thank you so much for sharing your lovely Condo. We had enjoyed so much in your condo. The view was perfect, like in a dream. You're so nice to provide everything we need in every room. It was surely like living in our own home. Yes, we've already looking foward to planning our next trip to 811 of Royal Kahana. I (Florence) can't wait. Thank you again, Florence (and Alan)

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Guest Deanne1
Date of stay 02/25/10
Review Submitted 02/25/10

Thank you for sharing your lovely condo!We love the western side of Maui and the location of the Royal Kahana was perfect. My favorite spot was spending time on the generous lanai having my morning coffee,watching for whales,listening to the surf and just soaking up the lovely Hawaiian weather (Minnesota was having a blizzard)! The children enjoyed the pool and beach. Your condo was very clean,nicely decorated and equipped with all the essentials. We are already discussing plans to return to Maui and hopefully "811" will be available again! Deanne

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 01/25/10
Review Submitted 01/25/10

The condo has an absolutely beautiful view. It it furnished well. The King bed was very comfortable. There were plenty of towels, paper goods, and kitchen "gadgets". Does need an ice cream scoop, though. We appreciated, too, the nice big HD TV.

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Guest Paula & Dicky Abell
Date of stay 01/11/10
Review Submitted 01/11/10

Bill and Dondi, We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your condo in Maui. We were there from Nov.5th-Nov.10th. The weather was great and the view from your condo is outstanding. We loved the wrap around balcony. There were several days that we saw rainbows over the other islands. Unfortunately we did not see any whales. I think we were just too early in the season. We did the full road to Hana which was a full day trip, but we experienced as much as we could that day. We had several people recommend Mama's Fish House, so we tried it out. Had heard it was expensive but was way out of our league. I would recommend other places over this one for the money. We went to the Old Lahana Luau. Would definitely recommend going to this one. Thanks for all your suggestions on places to go and things to see. Your condo was very convenient to everything and was easy to navigate the island from. We will recommend your place to our friends, for the price it was a nice place. Thanks for sharing your home away from home. Paula & Dicky Abell / Belinda & Mike Passanisi

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Guest Marv & Sandra and Family
Date of stay 11/23/09
Review Submitted 11/23/09

Hi Bill and Dondi, We had an incredible time! The condo was great, lots of room for the six of us! The weather was superb, rained most nights, and sunny with cloudy periods in the daytime. We did lots of sight seeing, ziplining, shopping, from seeing dolphins, whales, snorkeling, and yes on your beach 2 sharks! Everything was awesome, it was a pleasure to have laundry facilities in your condo. Everything we needed was there for our use. Thankyou again, and we definitely will come back! Marv & Sandra and family!

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Guest monkey
Date of stay 10/30/09
Review Submitted 10/30/09

Thank you for letting us stay in you condo again. It is so nice to be poolside and ocean front with a wrap around lanai. The first time we went to Hawaii we stayed in a place without airconditioning. Without the tradewinds for a week it was miserable sleeping and we will never do that again. It was very comfortable in your place and the people at the desk were nice and pleasant. We loved the warm pool, watching the turtles each day and the dolphins jumping out in the water. I have beautiful pictures of the sun going down in the evenings off the lanai. Your beds were very comfortable and we had everything we could need. I appreciate you asking how our stay was. We had a very unpleasant stay in one of our rentals from a U.K. owner who did not seem to care if we came back. We hope to come back to your condo in the future. Thanks again. The Logans, Janesville, WI

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Guest Roberta 2
Date of stay 09/19/09
Review Submitted 09/19/09

Watsons-thank you so much for this wonderful place. We had an incredible family vacation here. Everything was just about perfect. One of our favorite spots on the whole island is your lanai. First thing every morning and every time we came in the front door, we could rush out there and just sit and watch the ocean. We all slept comfortably and enjoyed cooking breakfast to eat on the lanai and it was great. Some of our favorite parts of the island-Leilani's, Fleming beach, Hula Grill, road to Hana-breathtaking! Also watching surfers, boogie boarding on Makena Beach, and the sunsets too. We hope to come back soon! Mahalo, Mark, Roberta, Nicole and Jennifer

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Guest Trisha & Jim
Date of stay 08/24/09
Review Submitted 08/24/09

We had a fabulous time,,,we were all blown away with the beautiful view of the ocean when we first opened the door to the condo. We all agreed the Old Lahania Luau was the best in town,,, the food, service and entertainment were awesome. We had fun snorkeling with the turtles, zip lining in the Maui mountains and body surfing at Big Beach. Thank you for allowing us to share your "Little Bit Of Heaven" and also for all the information you provided making our week in Maui an unforgettable one.

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 06/26/09
Review Submitted 06/26/09

We had a truly wonderful time in Maui. The condo was perfectly outfitted with anything we needed. The view was unbeatable and all of the beds, including the foldout were so comfortable. We loved our location and were grateful not to be in the Kanapali crowds. All though we loved eating by the ocean at the Hula grill or Leilani's. My nephew lived in Napili all last year, until he was transferred, but his restaurant list and yours matched almost eye to eye. It is so thoughtful the trouble you go to in your letter for things to do and places to eat. Thank you for treating us all to such a wonderful place to stay at such a reasonable price. I happen to have stage 4 breast cancer, and I only mention this now so you can know just how much I appreciated the comfort and ease of staying in 811. It was a magical, relaxing vacation, due in no small part to the accommodations. If at all possible, we will be back. Lynne and family Saratoga, CA

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Guest Kurt & Katherine
Date of stay 06/03/09
Review Submitted 06/03/09

Bill & Dondi, Our daughter graduated from medical school in May. Your hospitality in Maui provided the perfect week for us to celebrate! We will point our family and friends to your website. If you are in Kansas City we will be glad to treat you to some great BBQ! Mahalo!

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 05/14/09
Review Submitted 05/14/09

We loved your condo during our vacation in March! What a fabulouis spot you have on this great island that we love so much. The day started with a rainbow right in front of our lanai with a whale jumping underneath What's next? A unicorn?!? We love it here. We've decided that we are "ruined" for life now that we've stayed here, oceanfront 8th floor. Thank you for your "home away from home." Mahalo, and aloha until next year...we'll be back again with the hump-backs! Sincerely, Greg, Brian, Lyn, and Madeline

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Guest Amber Ma
Date of stay 04/28/09
Review Submitted 04/28/09

The views of the balcony were magnificient. We started and ended each day by relaxing out on the balcony and enjoying the view. The nearby marine preserve was amazing place to go snorkelling. The entire condo was well equiped and we would definetly return.

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 04/01/09
Review Submitted 04/11/09

Once again we had a fabulous adventurous and restful vacation in your condo. Last summer we took our daughter and son-in-law and couldn't wait to go back to see the whales this time. I daresay there is no other view like this one on Maui. The views and sounds of the ocean are so calming. We could see whales and turtles from the lanai. This trip we were traveling with our friends, who have a condo on Kauai, and normally stay in Kihei. They were totally impressed with our choice of accommodations. Although we did our share of dining out, taking whale watching and snorkeling cruises, some of our most enjoyable moments were spent at the condo, barbecuing by the pool, mixing our own drinks, enjoying the sunsets, and making memories together. Thanks for the opportunity! We will be back as soon as we can.

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 12/01/08
Review Submitted 12/14/08

Hi Bill and Dondi, We had a wonderful time in Maui and could not believe the view from your condo (811 Royal Kahana). There was tons of room and the condo was clean and functional. The sound of the waves rolling on the beach was perfect for falling asleep each night. We could not have asked for more and would highly recommend your condo to anyone who wanted a perfect view and plenty of room. Thanks again for opening up your second home to us - we loved every minute of our trip, Bob and Carmen

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 12/01/08
Review Submitted 12/04/08

Bill, Just wanted you to know that we had a great time at your Royal Kahana condo. It was all we had hoped for, and will keep your info for future trips. I am also reccomending your condo for Hawaii Conference attendees, to use as an extention. Respectfully, Dennis Yeiter

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 10/01/08
Review Submitted 10/25/08

We just returned from Maui and stayed in unit 811 at the Royal Kahana. The condo is well eqipped and located on the western side of the island offering great sunsets and superb view. We ate most meals on the wrap around lanai to take advantage of the view and atmosphere. Our hosts could not be more accomodating providing excellant support prior to our arrival. This was our first experience with renting a condo in Hawaii and it went well , exceeding our expectations. Thank you Bill and Dondi. Marcia and Maurice

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 06/01/08
Review Submitted 06/20/08

We just returned from a magnificent vacation in Hawaii to celebrate our 40th anniversary and stayed at #811. It couldn't have been better! (unless we could have seen whales!) The condo is so accommodating, with everything you could possibly need. We ate breakfast on the lanai every day with the exception of a visit to The Gazebo (a must!) for outstanding omelets and macadamia nut pancakes. Each day as we got up and as we returned from the day's excursion, we went straight to the lanai. The views are incredible and so mesmerizing we could sit for hours. Thank you for sharing this beautiful site with us. We will recommend it to friends.

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 05/01/08
Review Submitted 05/04/08

What can I say that no one else has? This condo has the most beautiful views, and the largest Lanai to enjoy them from. We took my parents for thier 50th Wedding Anniversary, and they had the best time. My Mother fell in love with the place, and it really felt like home. Even with 4 people, we had plenty of room, and spent most of our time on the Lanai, especially in the morning and early evening. From the lanai we could clearly see a sea turtle swimming along, and of course whales, even still, in late April. We did the trip to Hana on a tour so we could let someone else do the driving, snorkled, took walks on the beach, and generally relaxed. It was a trip to remember, and we are already planning on coming back as soon as we can! Thank you so much Bill and Dondi, for opening your home up and sharing it with everyone, we are very grateful!

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 04/01/08
Review Submitted 04/20/08

We had a great time at this condo - our only wish is that we could have stayed on another week. The views from the condo are breathtaking, and we spent every morning at breakfast on the wrap-around lanai, which was my wife's favorite spot on all of Maui! Compliments also on the well-equipped kitchen - we enjoy cooking and had several nice meals in the condo. Access to all locations was great - and Lahaina was a mere 10 minutes down the road. This condo is definately a great value - and the owners go the extra mile to make your stay pleasant. Mahalo, Bill and Dondi!

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 04/01/08
Review Submitted 04/11/08

Our family enjoyed Maui in February and especially this wonderful home away from home with this awesome view. We saw so many whales, went snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, biking, and enjoyed so many of the restaurants here. My husband, son and myself arrived from Boston for the 1st week of our vacation and it was wonderful to vacation with family in your awesome home away from home!

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