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Grand Champions
Condo, Studio + Convertible Bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
$99-$125/nt
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Grand Champion HideAway Suite
Guest: Sharon
(Corona Del Mar, California)
Date of Stay: 04/14/12
Review Submitted: 04/25/12
We had such an amazing time staying here. And walking into this HideAway Suite was exactly what we had hoped for! Very Clean, bright and in the perfect location for you to feel that you had just enough privacy and yet close enough to everything that you would need! Very nice touch on the bedding to NOT be overdone with Tropical prints. It made it feel more like a little Retreat. And thank you SO much for putting a full size refrigerator in the Suite.....it made ALL the difference in the world! The Customer Service of the Owners, was very considerate and accommodating, all the way through to the end of the stay. That really means a lot. We hope to be able to enjoy another wonderful stay at The Grand Champion HideAway Suite again very soon.....it was truly a treat! Again, thank you to the Owners !!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Beautiful large studio in gorgeous and serene location
Guest: somersault
(Boston, MA, USA)
Date of Stay: 03/08/12
Review Submitted: 03/14/12
The studio sparkled as we walked through the door. Mirrors and windows spread the light throughout. The queen size bed was very comfortable. I appreciated the dresser drawers and lamp table storage areas. The best part of my day was making a cup of coffee and sitting outside on the lanai. We visited with the various types of cardinals. My husband loved the red capped cardinal who came looking for handouts each day. Grand Champions location and grounds are superb. The complex is maintained very well. Thank you for having a washing machine and dryer. They came in very handy. There were lots of beach towels, beach toys, snorkel gear, beach chairs, beach umbrella and boogie boards. Beach is just down the road. I did swim with the turtles in Makena. This was quite an adventure. Food at Joes is great and happy hour at Five Palms was the best. We loved that the pool and hot tub are so nearby.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
First visit to Maui
Guest: New Traveler
(Sacramento CA)
Date of Stay: 02/20/12
Review Submitted: 04/11/12
The condo was a perfect crash pad for our family vacation to Maui. We ate breakfast everyday on the Lanai, and BBQ'd at the pool every night. It is within walking distance of beaches, but with our small kiddos we chose to make a 2 minute drive. Kihei is a 5 minute drive up the highway, as well as Mackena in the opposite direction. The condo was well stocked with the necessities such as coffee pot and microwave and a full size fridge. The birds are a welcome alarm clock in the morning. There are some goodies such as masks and snorkels and boogie boards and above all it was CLEAN! Thanks for letting us use your place as we fell in love with the island!
Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Excellent as always. Great studio and location!
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/14/12
Review Submitted: 02/21/12
Just completed our second stay in the studio. Excellent acccomodations in a fantastic location. Close to all of the Wailea activities. Nice to have a full washer and dryer. Planing our stay for next year!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Had a Great Time!
Guest: GlennTheHam
(Central Valey, CA)
Date of Stay: 02/08/12
Review Submitted: 02/16/12
The condo was great. The kitchenette with the refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker, allowed us to have breakfast every morning at the condo, using leftovers from previous days. The ice chest and blue ice allowed us to “preserve” our bought goodies, to be consumed later. We only packed for half of our trip, because there was a washer and dryer. We then had more space in our carry-ons to bring back more stuff. The wireless internet was very handy, allowing us to find restaurants and events. The studio's size was just right for us, and was very comfortable. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Studio Condo.
Guest: joe
(b.c. )
Date of Stay: 01/18/12
Review Submitted: 01/29/12
Thanks Mark for a lovely place to stay. The location was nice and close to walking distance to some nice beaches. A lot of good anemities at the condo to use was very helpful. Quiet location with birds singing in the morning was very peaceful. The information package was very helpful. Would recommend to someone that wants a peaceful quiet relaxing place to spend a holiday at a reasonable price.
Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Great Location - Wonderful Property
Guest: Lauren
(Edmonton, Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/07/12
Review Submitted: 01/24/12
This property is exactly as described. The lanai is great, overlooking a ravine so you get a real sense of privacy with lots of vegetation and birds (the Birds of Hawaii guide at the condo was handy!). The accommodations were very comfortable and nicely furnished. Don't plan on cooking meals, as the single hotplate really doesn't support that, but the kitchenette was great for breakfast, lunch and the occassional cold beverage! We drove down to the beaches (there are many nearby) as it really isn't walking distance, but that allowed us to take along the beach chairs provided. If you like snorkelling, there are many great spots nearby, but don't miss driving down to Makena Landing to snorkel with turtles!
Owner response:It is about a 10 minute walk down to the beaches.
Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Perfect Getaway for a Couple
Guest: C
(San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 12/20/11
Review Submitted: 01/04/12
Our stay in the Wailea Studio Hideaway exceeded our expectations. It's located on a well maintained vacation property in a quiet area. The kitchenette and the washer/dryer really came in handy. You can tell the owners try hard to provide all the amenities of a hotel (clean linens and towels, wi-fi, beach toys, etc). The studio was very clean! It's located right next to the Wailea Tennis Club but it costs $30/person/hour to play there. We found free public tennis courts at Kalama Park in Kihei which was less than 10 minutes away. The courts were right on the beach so it was gorgeous. I want to commend the owners on making sure that their visitors are happy. This was our first VRBO experience and I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Paradise in Wailea
Guest: GailEllen
(Greenbrae, CA / San Francisco Bay Area)
Date of Stay: 11/18/11
Review Submitted: 12/08/11
Wonderfully clean, quiet condo in a nicely groomed/manicured condo association in Wailea. Enjoyed hearing the amazing bird 'alarm clock' in the am and early pm, Great location near many good restaurants - best meal I had was mongchong at Joe's Bar and Grill, Matteos is always on the mark with reasonable prices, also love Sansei in Kihei. So nice to be near the beautiful golf courses as well as the many beaches....played golf on the Old Blue Course a couple of times. So nice to have access to the beach chairs, boogie board and flippers/mask for snorkeling. I'm not a big Kihei fan and this was a reasonably priced place in my favorite area - Wailea. I can definitely say that if I ever go back to Maui, I would look to stay here again. Thank you for a wonderful place to stay on vacation!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Great Place
Guest: Jeff L
Date of Stay: 11/06/11
Review Submitted: 11/21/11
We had an absolutely fabulous time in Maui, and your condo was in the perfect location for us to be right in the middle of all of our wedding activities. Your information packet was also very helpful, as we were able to get some quality snorkelling in based on your suggestions. The condo staff were extremely nice, and the pool and hot tub were refreshing and relaxing diversions from all of the other things going on during our stay. Some of the other people in the wedding were a bit jealous of us, as we had such a nice place to stay (with a phenomenal view out of the back!) at such a value compared to their overly expensive places they were staying. I can definitely say that if we ever go back to Maui, we will definitely be repeat tenants! Thank you for keeping up such an excellent place!
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Perfection!
Guest: Wesley and Tiffany
Date of Stay: 09/10/11
Review Submitted: 10/21/11
The condo was perfect for us. Being in Wailea is good enough and when you add on a beautiful clean condo with a perfect lanai it doesn't get better. It was a hotel room with a fridge and a washer and parking right outside the unit. We were so pleasantly surprised when we walked in the 1st time. It was everything we could ask for and more. The ice chest and boogey board were great as well since we love to eat at the beach (and maybe have some cold ones). I have no complaints except that we didn't stay there for our full honeymoon. We started on Kauai and Oahu. But as they say, Maui no ka oi, and Wailea and the Grand Champions really proves that. Have you tried out the new restaurant Monkeypod right up the road at the gateway center? Really cool and fun place, especially for happy hour.
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Great Condo!- Great Location!
Guest: Mark H
(Lubbock,Tx)
Date of Stay: 08/10/11
Review Submitted: 08/27/11
Great Condo within a quite Condo community. I never turned the air conditioner on, and the ocean breeze was nice in the evening.The lanai was nice to drink coffee and watch the birds in the morning. Cant wait to go back!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Very convenient
Guest: the B's from Golden, BC
Date of Stay: 07/23/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
So nice to have a homey, comfortable place in Maui. The condo was clean and had everything we needed. Being able to cook and do laundry right in the suite were a real plus for us.
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Wonderful!
Guest: Jeff amd Shoshi
(Santa Rosa, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/01/11
Review Submitted: 07/04/11
we had a wonderful stay at the wailea studio hideaway. The place is quiet, comfortable and very welcoming. Lovely furnishings and artwork; it all has a very sweet feel. On our second morning we had breakfast with a red headed cardinal who came to join us. We went snorkeling at ahihi cove (the studio was equipped with flippers and snorkels), had a wonderful swim at umua beach near the marriot (about a 10 minute walk along teh golf course), then came back and relaxed by the pool/ hot tub. what a day! the walk to the ocean was easy and pleasant. we really appreciated having such a cozy place to stay at an affordable price. we really enjoyed it. highly recommended.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Maui wedding weekend....
Guest: Subuhee
(New York, New York)
Date of Stay: 06/08/11
Review Submitted: 06/30/11
My friends and I had a fantastic stay at the condo. The space was extremely clean and neat and all the starters were included to get us started! The place was equipped with beach accessories which was really helpful. Everything was so close by and convenient. I was there alone the first 2 nights and was able to get around without a car with ease. The outside Lanai was fantastic and waking up to beautiful birds chirping was a bonus! Mark was extremely helpful before we even got there and provided all the information that was necessary. This was the perfect spot for time in Wailea! Thanks Mark ;)
Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.
Tropical Paradise
Guest: Christine and Earl, Victoria, BC
Date of Stay: 05/29/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
Thanks for accommodating us on fairly short notice. We really enjoyed the peace, quiet and bird songs. A person hardly needs the A/C here. There is always a lovely, soft breeze and the fan makes it just right.
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Great place
Guest: Leigh G.
Date of Stay: 04/06/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
We really enjoyed our stay. The studio was lovely. The grounds of the Grand Champions are very nice and we enjoyed the pool as well. We really had a great time.
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April 2011
Guest: L & M
(Bellingham, Washington)
Date of Stay: 03/31/11
Review Submitted: 04/17/11
This is a great cozy little studio, perfect for two people. The studio was clean and well kept. It has a lovely patio that opens up to the trees and the sound of the birds. The grounds are beautiful and we enjoyed swimming at the adult pool - it was quiet and not too crowded. The unit has a good size refrigerator if you want to have food or bring back leftovers from some of the nearby restaurants. This unit is in a great location in Wailea - walk to shops, restaurants or the beach. It's really a great place for a getaway. Mark, thanks for a great stay at your place.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway
Hate to leave
Guest: Mike and Pam
Date of Stay: 03/11/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
Having a great time at your condo and not excited to be leaving tomorrow but that's the way it goes. We had no problems and everything worked well in the unit
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Hate to leave
Guest: Mike and Pam
Date of Stay: 03/11/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
Having a great time at your condo and not excited to be leaving tomorrow but that's the way it goes. We had no problems and everything worked well in the unit
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Private and comfortable
Guest: Erin and Greg from Toronto
Date of Stay: 02/20/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
We quite enjoyed our stay in your condo. We loved the privacy on the Lanai. It is also well situated on the property - close to the pool and a quick walk to the shops. Bed was super comfy and it was so nice to sleep with the fan on and the windows open.
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Wish we'd stayed longer
Guest: Angie
(San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 11/12/10
Review Submitted: 11/16/10
This condo is wonderful - perfect for a couple. Fantastic location, great value and so well appointed. Virtually everything we needed was provided for us, as well as detailed a check-in 'manual' that answered all our questions. We particularly enjoyed having the 'adult' pool (no toys or splashing!) and grill all to ourselves for a moonlit BBQ dinner on our first night. And, of course, birdwatching breakfasts on the lana'i were a highlight. The tasteful coconut palm themed accessories in the condo were appreciated too! Wish we'd stayed longer than 3 nights...
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
What an escape!
Guest: Jen
(Tacoma, WA)
Date of Stay: 10/21/10
Review Submitted: 11/02/10
Feels like you're in a tree house! Condo is in the perfect location on Maui, no better place then Wailea! Easy walk to shops and the best beaches and snorkeling on Maui. Condo has everything you will need, beach toys, chairs, umbrellas extra beach towels and more. Quiet and secluded complex, hardly any noise ever except for the birds but I don't consider that noise. Can't beat the price, will definitely be back soon! Thanks Mark for everything I wish I was still there.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Guest: Theresa H.
Date of Stay: 10/07/10
Review Submitted: 10/11/10
It was great. It was a lovely area and the unit location was good within the condo community. The lack of kitchen worked ok for me, since we were forced to eat out, therefore, no dishes for me to do! We had no problems or issues. Everyone we ran into was very nice.
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Guest: Yvette P.
Date of Stay: 09/02/10
Review Submitted: 09/28/10
Mark, thank you for providing such a lovely studio condo in the Grand Champions resort. The studio is lovely! bright, spacious and super cozy - not to mention located in the very best of Maui, within walking distance to some of the best beaches and dining!. I most enjoyed my mornings out on the patio deck, listening to the birds and sounds of Maui surrounded by the lush tropical foliage and enjoying fresh papaya and pineapple! As a former Maui resident I can say that your studio was like home! Can't wait to visit again soon.
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Guest: Cyndy C.
Date of Stay: 04/28/10
Review Submitted: 09/18/10
What a beautiful condo you have? Staying here helped make our stay in Maui very pleasant! You certainly know how to make your quests comfortable! Everything we needed was here. Maui has always been my favorite island.
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Guest: Luciana G.
Date of Stay: 04/25/10
Review Submitted: 09/05/10
Your condo, the complex and its residents were lovely : my friend and I, really liked it and found it immaculate and that it had absolutely everything we needed. We especially liked the creekside birds, flowers and trees.
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Guest: Bob and Karry
Date of Stay: 03/12/10
Review Submitted: 09/18/10
This was our first time to Maui. We loved the weather, the beaches and golf courses. There is not a bad view anywhere. We enjoyed the condo. We found it very comfortable.
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Guest: John S.
Date of Stay: 02/02/10
Review Submitted: 09/05/10
Hi Mark, sitting on your balcony right now listening to all the amazing bird sounds. Love sitting out back it feels like the real Maui without all the phony man made look
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Guest: Beth P.
Date of Stay: 02/02/10
Review Submitted: 09/05/10
My parents really enjoyed staying in the condo. The view off of the lanai was great and they loved the birds chirping. That was their first trip to Maui and they are already thinking they would like to return next year. If they decide, I will help them book it on VRBO.
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Guest: R. Caputi
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Date of Stay: 01/21/10
Review Submitted: 01/21/10
After reading all the many positive comments re: Wailea Hideaway mine will seem redundant..I agree with all those that found the accomodations comfortable, quiet and clean. I plan on many more visits as the property provides top of the line care and management. Rent it as soon as you can!
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Guest: Catherine K.
Date of Stay: 01/05/10
Review Submitted: 09/05/10
The condo was very nice and the instructions clear and helpful. Thank you! The location is superb and I had such a nice time at Big Beach. No problems. Overall a great. well-maintained studio.
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Guest: Ken Camp
(San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 12/09/09
Review Submitted: 12/09/09
Wailea Hideaway Studio was by far the most comfortable and tastefully furnished place i have rented in Maui in many years. I also would like to say, that the Grand Champions Complex is 5 star, for its beautifully manicured and well kept grounds and public spaces. Rent this place if you are looking for a vacation you will always remember, and want to come back too! It's Maui at it's best....
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Guest: Jiang J.
Date of Stay: 07/10/09
Review Submitted: 09/18/10
Thanks so much for allowing us to stay at this beautiful condo. We truely enjoyed the nice layout and the bieds singing in the morning. Would definetely come back again. Mahalo!
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Guest: Brenda and David C.
Date of Stay: 06/11/09
Review Submitted: 09/18/10
We had a great time at this beautiful hideaway. Very quiet and relaxing. Our 1 year old ernjoyed the view of the beautiful trees and flowers - but he enjoyed the birds singing the most. We hope to come back next year and enjoy the wonderful magic of Hawaii all over again. Mahalo!
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09
Review Submitted: 04/07/09
My wife and 2 daughters recently returned from a stay to the Wailea Hideaway studio. Wow! It was great. Everything we wanted. Cleaner than most hotels. Great swimming pool. Very close to the ocean, shopping and dining. Mark was very accommodating. Would highly recommend staying here. Steve, Colleen, Gianna, Gessica
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/09
Review Submitted: 03/01/09
We have enjoyed our stay here at the studio more than we can express. The room was large and very well equipped with everything we needed. The bed was a dream! We have already recommended this condo to family and friends. We look forward to coming back again for an escape at this wonderful hideaway. Thanks Mark for everything.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/09
Review Submitted: 02/09/09
What a perfect way to experience my first trip to Maui. This studio in Wailea was clean, well-equipped, quiet, and roomy. Loved the washer and dryer in the apartment, I wouldn't change a thing. Fantastic value! Can't wait to come back.
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Guest: Tom and Kristen
Date of Stay: 10/07/08
Review Submitted: 09/18/10
Thank you very much for letting us stay at your fabulous condo. It was a comfortable and affordable place to stay while celebrating our friends wedding - at half the price they paid down the street at the Marriott! Thoroughly enjoyed the snorkel gear and the beach stuff, not to mention use of the washer/dryer. We would heartily recommend you place to anyone looking for a convenient and affordable base of operations in Wailea, Maui.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/08
Review Submitted: 09/18/08
I was thrilled to walk into the studio in Wailea and make myself at home. I don't think I will ever stay in a hotel again when I visit Maui. The condo had everything I needed and had a very pleasing feel to it. The washer/dryer was helpful and also surprisingly quiet. The bed and pillows were fabulous. Highly recommended.
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Guest: Sandra and Christian
Date of Stay: 07/26/08
Review Submitted: 09/18/10
We enjoyed our first stay on Maui very much. We liked the tropical view from the lanai. The decoration, especially the palm tree stuff was very nice. We'll return to the beautiful condo, when we visit Maui again.
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