Gorgeous Remodeled Direct Oceanfront, Best Location at Royal Kahana Resort

My husband and I celebrated our 20th anniversary in Maui. We loved the open floor plan of the well appointed unit. Breath-taking ocean views could be enjoyed throughout the condo, waking up to ocean views was spectacular.

This condo was in a great location. It was well equipped, bed was super comfortable and weather was perfect for open windows all night to hear the ocean. Had a hard time sleeping when we came home, no ocean sound! Great views from the bedroom, living room, and even the shower! Staff was very helpful and friendly. Pool was a little on the cold side and no view but still very nice. Looks like the gazebo has been removed and a temporary wall put up so no beach view. BBQ's were spotless and came in handy for nights we didn't want to eat out. The only thing I would add to the condo is a stereo or music channels on the TV . We don't watch much tv on vacation but some music would have been nice. Our trip was delayed a day due to airline issues but owner Sherri was very helpful when I talked to her on the phone and told her we would be a day late. Beach chairs, cooler and boogie board came in handy! I would come here again.

Some reviews of the Royal Kahana have mentioned that it's showing it's age. I don't agree. The premises were clean, the lobby had coffee every morning for guests, the concierge to book outings were ALWAYS available and very helpful - not forcing you to buy anything. Yet, we did book a sunset catamaran at a great price - the ease of it being just downstairs was great. The office staff always greeting "Aloha" when we walked by. The grass on the grounds is soft and the pool & grills are clean. Guests were always out enjoying both. The unit was gorgeous and updated and very comfortable. The view from getting out of bed every morning was stellar. So many places to eat within walking distance. The restaurant at The Sands next door is a sunset view dinner. There is fresh poke at the deli counter at the Whaler's General Store across the street! Fresh sushi to pack for beach day = perfect. Kannapali Beach is a 5-8 Min drive. The clearest water, amazing snorkeling, and public parking - but several beach parks even closer to condo. Watching the sunrise from the terrace in the "hallway" outside the front door over the lush green mountains was an unexpected second view. Currently there is construction noise from the property next door, but it stays during business hours. Including the Royal Kahana, the neighboring properties are loosing their beaches and are installing a seawall. Sherrie was an extraordinary contact, always responsive and allowed a late checkout for us which was such a perk for us to enjoy our last day there. Another Maui vacation we were sad to see end.

My family stayed for about a week in July and every night we had an awesome view of the sunset on the balcony.

It does get windy and the wind howls through the sliding door, but all you have to do is sleep with the sliding door to the balcony slightly open. I slept on the pull out bed in the living room and I got the chance to sleep to the sound of the waves (which I definitely miss)!

The location is great because it's only a 10 min drive to awesome snorkeling places and the condo has some beach chairs, snorkeling equipment that we made great use of!

There are also a lot of good places to eat in the area so my family ate very well. It's also a quick drive to Lahaina (where there is awesome shave ice that I recommend!)

Sherrie was very easy to communicate with via email and she even let us check-out a little longer since our flights out weren't till later that night.

Wonderful condo with fantastic views! The decor and furniture were very comfortable. Kitchen was fully stocked and we enjoyed using the beach chairs and umbrella everyday. The Royal Kahana is a little dated and the facilities are nothing fancy but it costs a fraction of what a fancy resort in Kaanapali would cost. Beach access is easy, pool was super warm, and the property has shuffle board and corn hole.