We were shocked that major repairs were being made daily to the water system in the G building. No alerts were made at the time of booking, nor later. At the Papakea around 2013, we were alerted that the C building would be closed while all lanais were being upgraded. Had this been our first ever visit, I would have been irate!
Beautiful grounds. Great location.
The unit was clean and had a well equipped kitchen, with the host kindly providing enough coffee filters, dishwasher and washing machine tabs, garbage bags, etc for the two weeks we were there. A couple of suggestions: the fold out couch could do with a better mattress, and the lanai furniture is not very comfortable. Otherwise, a lovely unit!
Well equipped, Great Shower. Convenient to pool and ocean and activities.
Our family of 3 enjoyed a wonderful stay in West Maui. The property had all the necessary amenities including a great pool and hot tub. Close to restaurants and groceries. Very pleased overall.
Fridge did not work from the time we arrived with a carload of Costco groceries. Property Manager brought two mini-fridges which barely fit all our food. Instead of bringing a new fridge, we had to wait for a techicisn who had to order a part which wouldn’t arrive until after we left.
This spot was great and very conveniently located. The only thing that could have made it better is having a gym... that part was a downside, for sure.
We are frequent travelers to Hawaii, and to Maui in particular, so we know the options quite well. There are places where you can spend over $2,000 per night, and there are very basic rentals for $100 or less. But essentially there are two types of stays in Maui: upcountry or oceanfront.
If you're looking at oceanfront, then what you will want aside from a clean and comfortable condo in a resort (which this one is), are good views, pleasant grounds, walking distance to the beach, lounge and beach equipment, etc. This place gets five stars because it has all that.
View: sit on the lanai and you'll get great views of the beautiful grounds and the ocean.
Grounds: koi pond, two pools, two spa pools, lots of places to relax and enjoy.
Equipment: provided for all activities on the grounds, or for beaches.
Beach: Yes, there is no beach fronting Papakea, but a trifling walk next door over a short foot bridge takes you to the beach in front of adjoining resorts. No need to walk out on the street, and no need to stuff everything in the rental car to go to a beach.
In addition to all these plusses, the location is great. There is grocery shopping very close by, as well. A 10-minute drive takes you to Ka'anapali Beach, the Whaler Shops; and 15 minutes takes you to Lahaina. Day trips get you anywhere else on the island.
The price is incredibly good, so you get a great value.
Unless you were thinking of dropping $1k a night or more, just stop right now and book this place!
Great location! Beach was super close, house is stocked with everything we needed and nicely decorated without a bunch of nicnacs everywhere! We couldn't be happier and look forward to staying here again in the near future. The owner is very nice!!!
Amazing rental, hosts were very helpful and kind. Had just about everything you needed from beach chairs to putters for the putting green. If I ever go back to Hawaii, I would love to stay here again.
