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Unit 15 Waena Inn - Maui Private Suite

Apartment in Wailuku with kitchen

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Room
Private kitchen
Dining
Bathroom
Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Maui Nui Botanical Gardens
  • Place, Maui Arts and Cultural Center
  • Place, Maui Tropical Plantation
  • Airport, Kahului, HI (OGG)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Studio

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Unit 15 Waena Inn - Maui Private Suite

Waena Inn offers a comfortable and authentic Maui lodging experience in the historic town of Wailuku. Our property features private studio-style suites, each thoughtfully designed for simplicity, convenience, and value. With units approximately 300 sq. ft., guests may choose between ground-level rooms with 9 ft. ceilings or upstairs rooms with 12 ft. ceilings for an open and airy feel. ADA-accessible units and additional bedding options are available to accommodate a variety of travel needs.

What makes Waena Inn special is its central location and local character. Just 8–12 minutes from OGG Kahului Airport and 5–10 minutes from Maui Memorial Medical Center, Kaiser, and other medical facilities, our inn is especially appreciated by traveling nurses, visiting families, business guests, and travelers who want easy access to explore the island. Guests also enjoy being close to ʻIao Valley, local coffee shops, small eateries, and Wailuku’s vibrant arts and cultural district.

We offer self-check-in convenience, consistent cleanliness, and a welcoming atmosphere rooted in the spirit of Aloha. If you’re seeking comfort, location, and a genuine island experience—not a resort environment—Waena Inn is an ideal place to stay. Plus FREE ample parking onsite.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number GE-069-028-0960-01, TA-069-028-0960-01, 340390790000

About the area

Wailuku

Wailuku is home to this apartment. Iao Theater and Kaʻahumanu Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Haleki'i-Pihana Heiau State Monument and Iao Valley State Park. Maui Nui Botanical Gardens and Hawaii Nature Center of Iao Valley are also worth visiting.
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Wailuku, HI

What's nearby

  • Maui Nui Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Maui Arts and Cultural Center - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Maui Tropical Plantation - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Maalaea Harbor - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Maui Ocean Center - 14 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sam Sato's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪TJ's Warehouse Outlet - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tiffany's Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Crust Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Grille - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unit 15 Waena Inn - Maui Private Suite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unit 15 Waena Inn - Maui Private Suite?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unit 15 Waena Inn - Maui Private Suite?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unit 15 Waena Inn - Maui Private Suite located?

Situated in Wailuku, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Iao Theater, Kahului Bay and Kaʻahumanu Church. Bailey House Museum and Haleki'i-Pihana Heiau State Monument are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ram

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

Uncle Tony’s suits my needs perfectly when I go to Maui. This was my third time. I’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Misty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great unit… Quiet

Great unit, clean, quiet, washer and dryer on site makes it convenient and a reserved parking spot! Overall great place. Not well supplied though. You must pack beach towels, coolers and chairs. Kitchen supplies very minimal. More like a hotel stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sutji M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

I loved this cute studio! It's clean, modern, and have microwave & fridge which I need!! They provide extras, like plates, utensils, mugs, electric water kettle. The contact person, Eric is very responsive and helpful. I wish I could meet him personally when I was there, just to say thank you!! Also, there is a small market right across the street and we got hot fresh musubi for quick snack. I will definitely stay there again if I visit Maui! Aloha
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Near airport

Very clean. Easy commute to airport. Excellent communication with owner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maui love

Great stay. Convenient to many beautiful places
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anne (Kit) W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Basic, clean place to stay for a short time upon arrival to Maui. Basically a hotel room with a bit more extensive kitchen (microwave, Keurig, fridge, dishes). Close to airport, Iao Valley and east side attractions. Check in, directions and communications with host all very smooth.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment was very clean, I got new towels every day. The parking was grate and there are cameras on the parking lot. The area is the only negative point.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property, nice management and awesome price

I had 5 night stay with them. Room was big, good view towards Lao Valley.Very good location: 5 mins to everywhere(food, mall) 30 min to Kihei beach, 30 min to olowalu, 1hr to national park.Management team very good, provide me list of good restaurant and local attraction foreheads. Effective communication.Also, this property provided many convenience for our trip. Free beach towel for beaches and blanket for sunrise watching. I believed they also provide snorkeling gear for borrowing.Overall, its a wonderful stay for me
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khanh N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

good clean place

good clean space. looks floor and bathroom just remodeled.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siva M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Located conveniently close to Kahului airport. Those who plan to go to Hàna or Haleakala National Park. This is somewhat closer than saying on the west side. It has most of the amenities you need for your vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick overnight stay

One night close to the airport, clean, everything we needed. Went well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

I would rent again but not for that price
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini Vacay

This place was a cute lil place, we didn’t stay much in it due to the heavy itinerary we had but it’s a good clean, cool and quiet place that is accommodating for a quick staycation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I really enjoyed my stay here. The area is conveniently in the middle of all the good stuff. Although, I came here expecting everything being at walking distance, a car is recommended. Tony was very helpful and gave a lot of advice. Very lovely and wish him and his family the best! He made this an easier experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was perfect will be staying for a 3rd time.

Only thing I didnt care for- was having to take my own trash out to the dumpster.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Central Location

Easy check-in and communication. Great location for accessing Wailuku and Kahului. The room is on the second floor so you’ll need to use stairs, but we liked not being on the ground floor. The room is spacious, the higher ceilings give it a more open feel. There is some noise at night from cars on the street, but we kept the window closed so it didn’t disrupt our sleep. The bed is so comfortable! Would definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

just perfect

The room met my needs completely. It was large, spotlessly clean, and the kitchenette was comfortably equipped with fridge, kettle, microwave, coffee machine, etc. You can check-in and out without interacting with the staff because you get very clear instructions emailed to you, but if you need any help, they're there and very helpful. I'll be booking with them the next time I visit for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hawaii layover day

Room was very clean. Matress was new and comfortable. It had everything we needed for a brief stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

juan andres

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
El departamento tiene todo lo q uno necesita ! Esta excelentes, la ubicacion si tenes auto es buena, muy limpio todo y ordenado..lo recomiendo 100 x 100
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lace F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute cozy place!

This was a great cozy place to stay, with everything you need. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daisy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great value, clean amenities

The property was exactly what we were looking for - close to where we needed to be in Wailuku, and the photos were accurate. The room and bathroom were both very clean, and overall a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Noe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andriy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Eric Ong

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Aloha 🌺

I’m a long-time kamaʻāina (local) here in Hawaiʻi and help run our family-owned, small lodging inn here on Maui. My wife and I are raising our five children who were all born and raised on the island. We feel very fortunate to live here and to call Maui home.

Maui is a beautiful and special place, and as many visitors learn, the cost of living here is among the highest in the country — especially housing. Your choice to stay with a local family-run business directly supports our community and helps us continue to provide comfortable, welcoming accommodations for travelers.
From our ʻohana to yours, mahalo for supporting local and choosing to stay with us. We look forward to sharing the spirit of Aloha with you during your visit. 🌈🤙

Why they chose this property

Our property is located in Wailuku, a historic and authentic Maui town known for its relaxed, local atmosphere. This is not a resort area — Wailuku offers a genuine island experience where residents live, work, and gather.

We are conveniently located:
~ 8–12 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG)
~ 5–10 minutes from Maui Memorial Medical Center, Kaiser, and most medical facilities
~ Close to local cafés, bakeries, boutique shops, and cultural landmarks
~ A short drive to ʻIao Valley, Central Maui beaches, and scenic hiking areas

Wailuku is also centrally positioned, making it easy to explore all sides of the island without being in a crowded tourist zone. It’s a great choice for travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and a more authentic Maui experience.

What makes this property unique

Experience authentic Maui living in this cozy and thoughtfully designed suites located in the historic town of Wailuku. This modern 300 sq ft Suite offers comfort, convenience, and local charm — perfect for travelers looking to explore the island beyond the resort areas.

The studio suites includes a small kitchenette, a private bathroom, A/C, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, and ample free parking on site. Large windows bring in natural light with views toward the West Maui Mountains, letting in the cool island breeze.

We are located in the center of Maui, making it easy to explore both the west and east sides of the island.
• 8–10 minutes to OGG Kahului Airport
• 10–15 minutes to beautiful beaches
• Close to ʻIao Valley, local coffee shops, food spots, and historic Wailuku town

This is an ideal location for travelers wanting a laid-back, local Maui experience.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests