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Maui's best Surf, wdsurf, snorkeling by secluded beach+ AC

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This beautiful beach is only a 100 yards from the apartment.
Windsurf or surf at Ho'okipa
Hookipa beach is a few minutes away.
The Kuau Plaza
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets and appliances, and a hallway with a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Hoʻokipa Beach Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Paia, HI
  • Place, Kuau Bay Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Paia Bay
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hoʻokipa Beach Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kahului, HI (OGG)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Maui's best Surf, wdsurf, snorkeling by secluded beach+ AC

The apartment is less than 100 yards from one of the most beautiful semi-private beaches in this area, and also the best restaurant on the island, Mama's Fish House.
It is not oceanfront but does have a small ocean view.
The Kuau Plaza building is retro style, built in the 70's, the apartment has been totally renovated and is very clean and comfortable.
Ideal for couples. Very romantic. Great Sunsets.
Queen bed, bed linens, bath and beach towels, and all kitchen appliances. Beach chairs and snorkeling equipment provided. Laundry room on the property. No daily maid service included.
On-site parking is free. This unit is on the third floor via the staircase, no elevator. There is a portable A/C only for the bedroom. Paia Town is only a few minutes away and is unique in its own way: trendy restaurants, local style boutiques, and the best health food store you will ever find. You are ideally situated for your trip to Hana or Haleakala Crater, saving you about 2 hours of driving time compared to Kihei or Kaanapali.
Hookipa Beach has surfing, windsurfing, and swimming with turtles, only a few minutes away.
Paia Bay, Baldwin Beach, and Baby Beach are all within minutes and excellent locations to swim, surf and hang out with the locals.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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
Please follow our Hawaiian custom of taking off shoes before enetring.
Silent time between 10pm and 8:00 am

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 260120500027, GE-125-301-3760-02, TA-115-301-3760-02
Property # 1391407vb
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Paia

Located in Paia, this apartment is by the sea. Alexander and Baldwin Sugar Museum and Iao Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center and Maui Gold Pineapple Farm. Schaefer International Gallery and Maui Arts and Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Paia, HI

What's nearby

  • Kuau Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Paia Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hoʻokipa Beach Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mantokuji Soto Zen Temple of Maui - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Kaanapali Beach - 51 min drive - 63.2 km

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mama's Fish House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Minit Stop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Paia Fish Market Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Paia Bay Coffee & Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Flatbread Company - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maui's best Surf, wdsurf, snorkeling by secluded beach+ AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Maui's best Surf, wdsurf, snorkeling by secluded beach+ AC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Maui's best Surf, wdsurf, snorkeling by secluded beach+ AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maui's best Surf, wdsurf, snorkeling by secluded beach+ AC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maui's best Surf, wdsurf, snorkeling by secluded beach+ AC located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Kuau Bay Beach and Paia Bay. Hoʻokipa Beach Park and Mantokuji Soto Zen Temple of Maui are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing place to stay! So close to the beach and downtown Paia - we would totally recommend this place to any of our friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were very responsive, and the unit was great. We really enjoyed our stay! Would definitely stay here again and would recommend to others. Thanks, Arturo and Victoria, for sharing your home.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Easy beach access. Great communication with hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ronda Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the lanai!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great place was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit was clean and suited our needs perfectly for our work trip. Easy walk to beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2025
Thank you Ashley for your good review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This very affordable unit was perfect for our stay in the Pa’ia area! Clean, short drive to town, short walk to the secluded beach at the back of Mama’s Fish House. One note: while the bed was very comfortable, it seemed to be the size of a double, rather than a queen?
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dwayne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location is excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome condo,with scuba gear, lounge chairs and ice chest. Great living area, kitchen, bathroom, shower and bed. Access to washer and dryer and garbage dumpster. Location was next to Mama's Fish House and North Beach.Quite, peaceful and great view off the balcony. Wonderful place, fantastic stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec, 2025
Thank you Bradley for your review. We're glad you enjoyed your vacation and your stay at our condo. Every review helps. Arturo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry K.

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

This was a very awesome place to stay and quiet, we will definitely come back again.

The price is right and most of all MAMA’S FISH HOUSE is right there for us to go have dinner.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Cody H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was a great location for where we were planning on traveling, and close to the airport! The town close by was great for food and souvenir shops.The place was a little dirty. Walking barefoot in the place, our feet got dirty and had to wash them off before going to bed. Some of the dishes were dusty and had to wash them before using.The bed is smaller than a queen, and sleeping was difficult with all the noice. It’s next to a busy road, and the A/C unit was very loud, but needed to keep it on to stay cool.Communication with the host was great, and was generous to let us check-in sooner with our early flight in, and stay later with our flight being later in the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay in Paia here! Great location, minutes away from Paia town and a few min walk to a secluded beach. The home is right before road to Hana and it was the best feeling to be able to unwind after that long day of driving :) we also made trips to other parts of the island, including Haleakala, Kihei, Lahaina etc in about an hours time.Host was great and flexible with check in which we greatly appreciated. Instructions and communication were easy. Would recommend staying here when you’re on Maui!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2025
Mahalo Victoria for your detailed and good review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

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

Paia hotspot

Beautifully decorated condo. Great location to the quaint town of Paia. One mile from the iconic Ho'okipa Beach Park, which was amazing- Turtles, surfing and relaxation !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2023
Thank you Tracy. We feel the same way.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Great place to stay in Maui

We were not there much but it was a clean nice place to use as home base while in Maui, it was great thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2023
Glad that everything worked out Jason.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niles G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andres m.

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

Quiet and lovely place

Everything was great! Just the wat we need to relax and hace a beautiful experience. Thank you so much !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Paia nokaoi

Nice location north of Paia, so visited Haiku for nice Baked on Maui breakfast, original Da Kine location, and back route up Haleakala.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Beautiful stay in the middle of everything

If you want to enjoy the road to Hana, the national park, and less crowded beaches then this stay in paia is right for you! I loved sitting on the balcony to read at sunrise. They had beach chairs and other beach accessories which was very convenient. An added bonus was the air conditioning in the bedroom!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2021
Sarah, did you get to enjoy Mama's Beach?
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

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

Lovely

Location! Location! Location! And then some. I loved the decor in this place. It was more rustic then tropical, warm and cozy with some unique touches. Perfect complement to the rainy weather I experienced. Will stay again, especially if the price remains affordable.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar, 2021
Andrea, thanks for taking time for a review. We think the location is fantastic too. I do hope Maui treats you to better weather next visit. We will keep our prices for you !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa C.

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

Great Maui Stay!

Aloha! We loved our stay! Don’t judge the building by it’s first glance. The unit is clean and well put together! The AC unit in the bedroom was amazing and cooled the room down so quickly! You can see the sunrise from the front balcony and the back balcony has a beautiful beachy view. This is steps away from the beach and the famous Mama’s Fish House, minutes away from the shops of Paia, and right on The Road to Hana!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2022
Alyssa, that’s exactly what we like about the apartment. You nailed it! By the way, the building is going through a total renovation right now, so it’s appearance will improve tremendously.
Verified

8/10 Good

Terra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely apartment

The apartment was very clean, cute and comfortable. Walk to the beach (ask the owners to how to get there - it took us a few walks along a sketchy highway before we figured out the safe way). Apartment supplies beach towels, snorkel gear, beach chair and coolers. Expect to drive to restaurants and other sites. Would be even better with sharpened knives and some wash cloths available. Overall we very much enjoyed our stay and would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk E.

Well appointed condo in a great location.

The unit was in a great location for us. We love Paia town and it was a nice stop before heading to meetings in a nice resort. The unit has been renovated nicely and is well equipped. The photos are accurate. The building is a little dated, but there is evidence that other units are getting fixed up and the grounds are reasonbly maintained. The only comment is that the page on VRBO lacked some detail and the check in instructions didn’t include a unit number. Was able to figure it out by the photos, though. All I’m all, a great spot for couples.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank you Dirk for your review, I'm really sorry we failed to send you a letter with check in instructions and unit number, our mistake.We have corrected that. But we are happy you enjoyed the apt. and Paia town. Victoria and Arturo
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Jan-Feb 2023 Maui-West Paia VRBO stay.

Pros: Easy to find; well maintained; good amenities; responsive and thoughtful owner; assigned parking; beach extras included, i.e. chairs, cooler, snorkel gear; good kitchen and supplies; close to Paia and baby beach; walking distance to Mama's Fishhouse and Baldwin beach; Cons: Sleeping hour traffic noise is significant (starts to increase at ~4am); Drive entry/exit can be hazardous as it's right on a fast traffic blind turn; limited hot water supply, i.e. shower (we're pretty fast so not a problem for us); Bed is small and soft (opinion); Bathroom is small but manageable for two; visitor parking availability was zero for the week; nearby Baldwin beach is nearly unusable, i.e. no facilities, extremely small and smaller with turtles onsite; Mama's Fish House - 6 months out on dinner reservations!; Summary: We found ourselves driving west to Lahaina/Kaanapali. This place maybe an excellent location for a single/couple seeking to be in this area of the island. Bring your earplugs for sleeping, the constant cacophony of traffic tappers off to a trickle toward 1am and kicks into gear at 4am. J-brakes, performance and failing exhausts are the main orchestra members in this ensemble.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Arturo and Victoria

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We live close by and will be available for repairs and any help that may be necessary.

Why they chose this property

Discover a different Maui. The North Shore is special. You will enjoy being away from the tourist centers, feeling like one more surfer on the beach.

What makes this property unique

Located on the Hana Highway, you will cut at least 2 hours off your travel time going to Hana or Haleakala crater. Even though you feel you are in the country, you are only 2 min. from Paia town and 15 min. from the airport.
Paia is the best town on Maui!

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