We as a family with young children, including an infant, cannot rave enough about this place. This was our first stay in Kihei and at Menehune Shores and our second visit to Maui (first time was in Kanapaali). I didn't know much about the location coming in, but now I am certain Kihei is the perfect place to be. So accessible to Malaalea boat harbor (15 minutes max), about 30 to Lahaina, 30 to road to Hana, and just a short drive to Wailea and Makena that offer beautiful snorkeling spots. Specifically Menehune Shores is just 2 minutes from a large grocery store, Ono Gelato (delish), Coconuts fish tacos (a favorite), coffee shops, and Ululanis Shave Ice (you have to go!). Aside from the location, now let me get on to the even better part...the unit and grounds itself. Wild birds wake you up in the morning (but it's Hawaii you want to be awake!) The breeze coming through made the temperature perfect as we were never too hot. Step on to the Lanai or look out your masterbedroom and see the beautiful ocean and maticulously cared for lawn area and pool. Barbecues were clean and all guests were friendly - we grilled out almost every single night of our weeklong stay while our kids played on the lawn or watched the sunset. We went up to the 7th floor rooftop almost every night to watch the sunset and there are 4 grills and 8 picnic tables up there to enjoy the panoramic view. It is HUGE! We watched New Years Eve fireworks up there and were able to view them from all over the island. As a guest you have access to the rooftop from early in the morning to 9pm at night. This is an amazing feauture! The pool was clean and a favorite for our kids. Shuffleboard game right out our door is available to all guests was really fun. And the BEACH. Let me just tell you - it is perfect! Never over-crowded. Literally steps away from your door. If you forget something...who cares! Make 10 trips it's so easy and close! We swam literally with the turtles every day that would frequent the calm, pristine beach. Snorkeling was amazing. We did explore 5 caves in Makenna and Black Rock in Lahaina, but other than that we stayed right on our beach to snorkle because there was that much to see. The unit was amazingly stocked: umbrella, beach chairs, cooler, high-quality snorkles, boogie boards, towels, sand castle toys. We loved every minute of our stay and can't wait to get back.