Rental Details
Property Overview
The Ma'alaea Kai Penthouse Suite is a two-story, non-smoking unit with two full bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, living room, and lanai. It can easily accommodate two couples or a family of four. Probably the best feature is a two-story, open-beam ceiling living room, and lanai. A two-story, glass wall opens to a breathtaking view of the ocean. Our condo does not have Air Conditioning. The tradewinds blow over the isthmus and through the condo bringing a natural coolness.
As you plan your ultimate Maui vacation, don't settle for a 'partial ocean view.' The Ma'alaea Kai Penthouse Suite looks out on a huge ocean view and the pool, surrounded by meticulously-kept grounds. In the distance is the ancient Haleakala Volcano.
The Ma'alaea Kai Penthouse Suite is handsomely decorated with a Japanese-Hawaiian flair so consistent with the island's culture. The upstairs bedroom enjoys an open view of the ocean through the two-story windows. You can even see the ocean from the upstairs shower! The living room and lanai have a spacious feeling that literally mirrors the deep blue Pacific Ocean.
The kitchen is fully-equipped with everything you will need for a quick breakfast or a gourmet dinner served out on the lanai. All the appliances are new including microwave, toaster, coffee grinder for fresh Kona coffee, and a four-speed smoothie machine so you can enjoy all the incredible tropical fruit available here on Maui.
The Ma'alaea Kai is simply the best maintained and most beautiful condominium-hotel along the Ma'alaea Bay coast. A huge, putting green-style lawn and bright blue pool are the only things that separate you from the ocean. Palm trees sway in the tradewinds and gorgeous tropical flowers bloom everywhere. Maui Sea turtles have made their home here, you can see them from our lanai. At times we count up to 50 of them feeding off the rocks right in front of the condo. You can walk right in and snorkel with them along with many other tropical fish varieties. Explore the ancient underwater caverns that are just past the surf. Unlike most other resort areas on Maui, Hauoli Street is a short (one-fourth mile) tropical walk to Sugar Beach. Just north, a two-minute walk takes you to Ma'alaea Bay boat harbor for all your boat trips and shopping at the Ma'alaea Harbor Village. Trilogy is our favorite boat, we just took a trip to Lanai and saw schools of spinner dolphins on our way there and back! Amazing, more than we could count, heaven on earth!
Sugar Beach is just a five-minute walk from the Ma'alaea Kai and is probably the quietest beach on Maui, and one of the longest. You can walk or run along this beach for miles and pass only a few other people. Sugar Beach is great at sunrise or sunset or for catching rays midday without another soul in sight. Because it is tucked around the bay, Sugar Beach is an ideal place for children to enjoy the ocean where waves and undertow are always safe.
The Ma'alaea small boat harbor is one of only a few such harbors on Maui. This is the island's main launching point to the crystal-clear, tropical waters of Maui. Snorkeling trips, deep-sea fishing, and sunset cruises all begin right here and you do not even have to park. Above the harbor is the Ma'alaea Harbor Village, a small but quaint shopping area with four excellent restaurants. The Maui Ocean Center is also located here and a visit is highly recommended. Tante's Fish Market Restaurant is very popular and has the longest Happy Hour~ Noon-6pm with $3.50 Mai Tai's. Havens Harborside Chop House has opened, great dining and a good happy hour.
The Seascape Restaurant is my choice for lunch and hosts a stunning open-air view of the harbor and ocean. They also have really nice Happy Hour...Mai Tai's $5.00! Point Break Pizza & Panini is a great addition to the Harbor. The food is great and the price is great too. The General Store is awesome for breakfast or lunch and has great coffee and cocktails. You can pick up a few grocery items too.
Sunrise from the Ma'alaea Kai Penthouse Suite is an experience in itself. Pre-dawn light brings the singing of birds and iridescent blue waters. The trade winds ruffle the palm trees and caress your senses as you sit with your first cup of Kona coffee in the huge lanai. As the sun breaks over the ancient 10,000-foot Halealala Volcano, your face and your world are bathed in sunlight. Your penthouse is illuminated with a bright warmth that leaves you glowing. It is time to think about the day's activities or simply sit back and have another cup of coffee.
Ma'alaea Bay is Maui's most quiet, secluded, best-kept secret. It is truly the most centrally located vacation area on all of Maui, lying at the ocean front and between two volcanoes that formed the island. The old whaling port Lahaina is 18 miles to the north. Bustling Kihei is eight miles to the south, and it takes just ten minutes to drive from the airport to the Ma'alaea Kai Penthouse Suite.
A must, and a favorite of ours is paddling with Mana'olana (Pink Paddlers)! Located just a couple miles away. For only $20.00 (1st time free for cancer survivors) you can enjoy an unbelievable experience paddling (about an hour) in a traditional Hawaiian canoe (double hulled) with an experienced captain and crew. Once out in the ocean you can see turtles, fish, coral and sea life. During whale season you can spot whales (we just watched a mom and baby whale), a once in a lifetime moment. In addition, after paddle a delicious treat-breakfast and coffee is provided.
Keywords: Condominium
Registration Number: 2380140210063, TA-154-516-8896-01, GE-154-516-8896-01
Rental FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is this vacation rental located?
- City: Maalaea (postal 96793) Hawaii
Nearby highlights
- Location: Maalaea, HI (Ukumehame Ahupuaa – Central Maui – 0.61 km to center), United States
- On the waterfront
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?
2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
How many guests can it sleep?
This rental sleeps up to 4 guests.
What amenities are available?
- Condo
- Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)
- 2 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Heating
- Free WiFi
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Near laundromat
- Fence around the pool
- Heated pool
- Outdoor pool
- Shared/communal pool
- Lanai / balcony
- BBQ grill grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Car recommended
- Onsite parking
- BBQ grill
- Elevator
- Free Parking
- Heater
- Internet
- Kitchen
- Living Area
- No Smoking
- Outdoor Hot tub / space
- Pool
- TV
What should I know about check-in?
- Check in starts at 3:00 PM
- Check out before 11:00 AM
- Minimum check in age: 25
- Check in time starts at 3:00 PM
- You will receive an email from the host with check in and check out instructions
- Government issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check in for incidental charges
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Property Registration Number 2380140210063, TA 154 516 8896 01, GE 154 516 8896 01
What are the house rules and policies?
- Pets not allowed
- Children are welcome.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Maui?
- Fishing nearby
- Golf nearby
- Golfing on site
- Jet skiing nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Power boating nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Location: Maalaea, HI (Ukumehame Ahupuaa – Central Maui – 0.61 km to center), United States
- On the waterfront
Do I need a rental car on Maui, and what about parking?
A rental car is recommended for this area, especially if you plan to explore beaches, restaurants, activities and nearby towns. Parking notes: Car recommended, Onsite parking.
What kind of rental is this?
This is a condo rental.
Is the Check Availability button the official booking link?
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Guest Reviews
Reviews
Host was excellent to communicate with, view and place is stunning
Everything about our stay was superb. The marketing was accurate in that the reality looked like the pictures. Beautiful place and close to many activities and attractions. We were able to walk to the aquarium, our snorkeling experience, and a dinner cruise. The view from the balcony was spectacular of the ocean, mountains and stars. The grounds were immaculate. We would definitely come back.
Great stay - everything was very easy with the host - amazing view on the Haleakala - very nice residence - great location if you want to visit different sides of the Island.We highly recommend this place
Stayed 5 days with my husband. Beautiful interior design with a mix of Asian and Hawaiian decor. The bedroom loft was unique and comfortable. Gorgeous view of Maalaea Bay with waves and surfers at times. Conveniently located for easy travel to all parts of the island. No AC so we kept the lanai open to let in the trade winds for cooling. Hosts were responsive and checked on us during the tsunami warning.
The apartment is only a short distance from the airport. The pictures of the view it really don’t do it justice. It is a spectacular view.If I am to be critical in any way it would be the decor was a bit dated but bed were comfy and well equipped with everything you would need for your stay
We had an amazing stay here. The condo is beautiful. Clean. Comfortable. Great hosts. It has everything you could need for a great vacation. The views from the lanai are spectacular. Great location allowed us to easily explore Maui in many directions- from sunset at Haleakala to snorkeling in Lahaina, surfing in Kihei, and Road to Hana…. We were never too far from anything we wanted to see. Highly recommend!
Can’t say enough about this condo…central Maui location, oceanfront, falling asleep to the sound of the ocean, sunrises, tastefully decorated and containing everything you need for your Hawaii vacation. Highly recommend!
We had a wonderful stay and our kids had a blast in the pool. We enjoyed sitting out on the Lanai and watching the ocean. Everyday we went down to the rocks to watch the turtles swim. We had an amazing dinner at Havens down the road. We all loved the Aquarium. We did put-put golf and enjoyed pizza from Point Break. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
The setting of the penthouse is amazing. Views are for sure worth it. Had a wonderful stay! And if we vacation to Hawaii again we would stay here again
Absolutely gorgeous spot! Beautiful view and extremely clean resort area! Loved the sea turtles! We would strongly recommend this spot
The penthouse was a great property located in a nice complex. The area was quiet and clean.Will definitely consider for future stays.
The property was great, the owners were very nice but due to the horrible vrbo app and web site communication was almost impossible.
We enjoyed our stay. The condo had enough space for everyone. The location was great and near everything. Downside: The condo got hot at times. It was also very bright and window coverings would have made the space more comfortable and cool the temperature inside. Complimentary items like shampoo, conditioner, and toothpaste would have been helpful for people who forget to pack those items.Upside: The owners allowed us to check in early and check out late. The flexibility was helpful because of our flight times.
This condo has a beautiful view of the ocean, mountains and whales.. There is no air conditioning in this unit. But there was portable fans and ceiling fans.There were restaurants and shopping in walking distance.The owners were very responsive and accommodating.
Great quiet place on the island, centrally located for easy travel in both directions, ideal for those who dont like the big resorts.
Beautiful place with outstanding views!!! All the amenities you could ask for! I never wanted to leave! Walking distance to the harbour where all the tours leave. Plenty of restaurant options within walking distance as well! Cannot wait to go back!
Location is great as described and centrally located to be able to get to other areas of the island easily. The owners are thoughtful and excellent, responsive communicators if questions arise. The condo is quaint and clean. Beds comfortable, good linens.
Excellent location with stunning views! Hosts very responsive and helped us with everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again!
Stefanie and Todd were very responsive to all inquiries and feedback. The property is beautiful!
Comfortable, great communication with owners. Condo had all that we needed. Location is great. Loved watching the sunrise in the mornings.
Condo is right by the harbor, and a few food and drink spots to walk to. So nice and easy. No traffic no cars. Just turtles sunrises pizzas and boat drinks. 100% will return to this area again and 100% would stay at this condo again. Mahalo !
I was there for four days recently enjoyed every moment, beautiful breeze, And the views were great. Look forward to going back.
At first blush, the location doesn’t seem quite ideal. While on the water, you’re not really at the beach and you’re a bit outside the usual tourist spots. But we quickly realized this is a feature not a bug. The condo is centrally located and makes it exceptionally easy to go just about anywhere on the island. You’re also close enough to Kahului to head into town for supplies or a relatively cheap (by Maui standards) meal. There are definitely proper beaches in walking distance, albeit less frequented ones. For our family this was pretty much perfect and you really can’t beat the pleasure of waking up every morning to unobstructed views of Haleakala. Watched the sunrise over the mountain every day of our stay.
Very well maintained with a very good view. We loved all the extras that came with the property and also how easy the owners were to deal with. Would definitely recommend this spot to anybody looking for a 2 bd oceanfront condo
The condo is the nice’s VRBO I have rented. Master loft bedroom and bath are a 10. View from your bed of the bay in the morning is breathtaking.
We rented this unit for the Maui marathon and the location was excellent - almost exactly the halfway point. The unit is a bit “tired” as others have said but clean, decently equipped and has a wonderful waterfront view. The posted pictures really don’t do it justice. I thought the water was further away than it is. The loft layout means that you can hear anything in the entire unit but we knew that when we rented. Overall a great place and good value! Wonderful stay!
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