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Steps from the Beach in North Kihei

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Pool
Pool
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3576 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Kihei, HI
    Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters
    4 min walk
    Kalepolepo Beach Park
    6 min walk
    Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale Sanctuary Visitor Center
    8 min walk
    Kahului, HI (OGG)
    19 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Steps from the Beach in North Kihei

Wailana Kai is located in North Kihei just a short distance from Sugar Beach. This is the perfect location for somebody who wants to be near the water. Sugar Beach is in an ideal spot in the middle of Maui allowing for easy drive times to Wailea in the south or Ioa Valley in Wailuku. Rest, relax and enjoy the Beach and pool or head off to Hana or Haleakala National Park. View all of Maui with Wailana Kai as your starting point.

The 10 unit building sits at the end of a short cul-de-sac where it is private and quiet. Guests won’t hear the traffic on the main road and are less than 90 yards to the beach and ocean. This complex includes a pool which is newly renovated and tiled as of January 2024, BBQ grills, outdoor washing station for sandy feet & beach gear, & coin or pay app operated laundry.

Our cleaning crew is very thorough. All surfaces are cleaned with a bleach solution or other effective disinfectant between guests. All linens, wash clothes, towels and sheets are changed out between guests including the duvet and pillow shams. Check out time is 11 AM and check in is after 4 pm. This decreases the likelihood that germs will survive and allows our cleaning staff time to do excellent work without being rushed.

The bedroom has a king sized memory foam mattress, dresser, night stands, table lamps and large closet. There is a queen sized pull out sleeper sofa in the living room for additional guests. The unit offers an ocean view and the lanai has a bar height table for two. This condo is supplied with beach chairs and an umbrella for enjoying the sunny, warm days and some board games for relaxing in the evenings. We try to provide all the necessary amenities to fully enjoy your Maui vacation.

The bathroom has a toilet, vanity and plenty of room for any toiletries. The walk in shower has a rain shower head and hand held wand. You will find bath products like shampoo, conditioner and soap provided.

This unit is legally permitted as a short term rental in the county of Maui. Our tax licenses are on display in the unit.
General Excise ID #GE-050-367-7952-01
Transient Accommodation ID #TA-050-367-7952-01

Maui short term rentals are required to charge a Maui County Transient Accommodation Tax (MCTAT) , Transient Accommodation Tax (HI state) and the General Excise Tax (GET) - all fees and taxes for this rental will appear on your quote and invoice.

Property manager

Fara

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed n this complex. Thank you.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking is allowed in this complex. Thank you

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 390011280004, TA-050-367-7952-01, GE-050-367-7952-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Kihei

Located in Kihei, this condo is near the beach. Kamalo Wharf and Bailey House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pilates Maui and Maui Nui Golf Club. Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters and Maui Fish Pipe are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kihei, HI

What's nearby

  • Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters - 4 min walk
  • Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale Sanctuary Visitor Center - 8 min walk
  • Maui Nui Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Kamaole Beach Park - 13 min drive
  • Wailea Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Kahului Airport (OGG) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pi'ilani Shopping Center - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nalu's South Shore Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪L & L Drive-Inn - ‬4 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LESLEY E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
home away home close to the beach!
Very happy with Fara's unit . Pictures on line show the condo well . Loved the Lanai with the evening lights and the privacy . Location was excellent !
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing host and space
Fara was impeccable with her communication. She also left lots of nice touches - coffee to enjoy, clean extra linens, a great assortment of beach gear that was a total lifesaver. She even helped me out on check in when we arrived around midnight and were confused as to exactly where we were supposed to be. I would recommend and I would return too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great place to stay
It was a great location
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Sharon P.

Loved the Location
We were so happy with the location of this Condo! It was in a quiet location and so close to the beach. The Condo was clean and Fara was wonderful to work with. Fara has supplied anything you may need for your stay! We barbecued every night as we had the barbeque all to ourselves. The pool was very small though.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome honeymoon!
We weren’t there a whole heck of a lot but when we were, it was a great place to unwind!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susannah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven meets Earth ~*~ BE HERE NOW!
The title says it all… if you are looking for the absolutely perfect place to connect your dreams with reality, then this amazing condo is the best place to be!!!! First off, the host Fara is the best we’ve ever had (and we travel all over the world!). She has thought of absolutely everything a Maui vacation could possibly need ~*~ from the perfectly designed layout of the space with labels that make everything super easy to use and find, along with all the supplies you need and beyond! The rain shower is luxurious with full bottle amenities, so you can pack light and be sure you have what you need! We cooked a lot in the condo and all the basics (olive oil, pan spray, salt/pepper, butter, mayo, etc.) were supplied along with zip lock bags, foil, and every appliance needed ~ including an air fryer! The bed is super comfy and unlike other rentals we’ve stayed at there were more than enough towels and anything else we might have needed! And of course the best was the beach gear: multiple chairs, umbrella, sand sheet, floaties… truly incredible to be able to fly to Hawai’i and have everything ready as if you already lived there! And I actually surprised myself how much time I spent in the pool, which was recently completely redone and I think it was the inlaid turtles at the bottom that made me want to swim multiple times a day, and also take a ton of photos with the Maui sign ~better than a 5 star hotel, because it felt like it was all mine!!! I’ll be dreaming of it every day!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

D.J. P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect paradise!
It was awesome to he close to the beach. Thae host was very hospitable and the condo was nice and clean. Thank yoi so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Everything was excellent just parking spot was tight
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cerys M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable
Really enjoyed our stay, it was very comfortable, clean and spacious. Would recommend and stay again, thank you :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Kihei! Fara was a wonderful host and great with communication and helpfulness. The place was exactly as described, and very comfortable and clean. We found it to be very easy access to all that we were there to do, and was great to have a beach right across the street. Thank you again Fara!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Jim and Mary Jo D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Kihei
Great location, close walk to the beach, The owner Fara is wonderful to work with.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ellen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient location
Lovely to be steps away from the beach! We enjoyed our stay in Maui although truthfully did not spend much time at the rental - we were out about from early in the morning until after dark. Very nice to have beach chairs, an umbrella, lots of towels, etc. - makes going to the beach very easy. Bed is very comfortable, shower was nice and well stocked. We didn't use the shared laundry facilities but they are nearby (outside). Outdoor furniture needed a thorough wipe down before we could use it, otherwise place was clean and comfortable. One note - the windows in the bedroom face the walkway where the front doors for all the units are, so you will likely want to keep those blinds shut at all times, which can make it a bit dark.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Loved our stay in Kihei! Condo was a great place to call home for a week! Great communication with owner. Thank You!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Kihei
Fara was very communicative throughout our stay. The property was well furnished and had a lot of great beach equipment. Area was very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Everything about this condo was amazing. Centrally located, clean and Fara was very attentive and helpful with questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rich
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Andrea H., Fallbrook, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely furnished condo
Condo was nice and clean. Very comfortable king size bed. Just a mile or so to Kihei town and good beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Honestly such a pretty place right across from the beach. I love it it was very clean and easy to access in a quiet place and the outdoor balcony area was my favorite
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay in Kihei
Nice condo centrally located in central Maui which served as a great temporary home for our vacation. I really couldn’t ask for anymore, and Fara was great to work with! The other residents are super nice and the area around the condo is quiet at nighttime.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret B., Connecticut

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a Couple
We really enjoyed our stay. The king bed was very comfortable. Everything was clean and in good working order. The lanai was great and used daily for breakfast and/or cocktail hour. There is a larger outdoor dining table in the shared space which looked nice but we did not need to use. The beach is 1 block away, especially nice for watching sunsets - not the best for swimming. Beach chairs/umbrella/cooler provided. We kept them in car for impromptu outings. Great restaurant Isana Sushi which serves til 10 pm also within 1 block. Host was responsive when we alerted her that the grills' proprane tanks depleted, Replaced the next day. Had basic condiments in fridge. Very basic pots/pans. My only suggestion would be to add a few more items to kitchen like a pitcher for making ice tea and at least 1 pyrex baking dish.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maui is truly land of happiness
FARA was AWESOME!! This verbo truly felt like home away from home right across the street from the ocean right in the middle of everything it was awesome there's an awesome book if you ever do stay make sure you along with the rest of us do your Journal writing to guide the next group of people on where to eat where to be and how to get there it truly is amazing I definitely plan on coming back and when we do I am definitely hoping this verbo will be open definitely a five-star event!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jim and Mary Jo D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
Enjoyed our stay, Fara is so nice and accommodating.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was clean and quiet. Also it was close to everything we wanted to do.
Happy , this was our third trip to Maui. It was a great area to stay.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base camp
We were on a 4 day whirlwind trip to Maui. It was rainy Day 1. We arrived and drove up to Lahaina prior to our whale watch tour. dinner at Maui Brewery. Day 2 Road to Hana. Day 3 sunrise at Haleakala and then up to West side. Day 4 Snorkeling tour then down to south to La Perouse Bay. Bed was comfortable. We didn’t cook anything but kitchen had everything needed for a quick meal. Great sunset on day 3- actually “ home” for it- lol.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot
Fara's place was just as described. She was prompt in replying to any questions. She had everything there we needed, including a few things in the kitchen like cooking oil, vinegar, salt and pepper, sugar and coffee and other condiments in the fridge. The bed was very comfortable. And the decor was so really nice. I hope we can stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Fara

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I moved to Maui with my husband in 2014 and lived in this property before finding our own home in Kihei in 2022. We love the location and amenities and hope you enjoy it just as much now that it is a vacation rental.. Kihei is our favorite community on Maui. We live here year round and are happy to share some local tips and favorite spots. You may find us paddling kayaks & boards off the Kihei coast or just lounging on the beach. Everyday feels like a vacation living on Maui and I hope our guests feel the same way.

Why they chose this property

Wailana Kai is a hidden gem that is far enough from South Kihei road to hear very little traffic noise but close enough to reach Isana sushi restaurant and the beach without getting into your car. More dining and shopping is just a walk or short drive away. The beach is within 90 yards of the building and usually not too crowded. The complex has very nice amenities and only 10 units. Other units in the building are also short term vacation rentals so larger parties or groups needing more beds could rent out multiple units.

What makes this property unique

The condo has an ocean view and is located steps from the beach.

Languages:

English