This condo is in a great location - close to the town of Lahaina, good beaches, beautiful walking trails up around the Ritz-Carlton, walk-able to the coffee shop, or meals at the Beach House. The views are spectacular. The only way you would get a closer view is to be in the middle of the ocean on a cruise ship. That being said, it's pretty noisy, especially since we kept windows and sliding glass doors open all night to keep the place cool without having AC. Overall, it was a great place -- comfortable and convenient. On site staff were very friendly and helpful as well.