
Summary
Welcome! Amazing unit across the street from the ocean, an ancient Hawaiian fish pond, small park, the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, and an awesome Indian restaurant. Great BBQ area, pool, tennis courts, and relaxing hot tub. You will also be near the beginning of the longest uninterrupted white sand beach in all of Hawaii! Come for the vacation of your dreams. There's a 15% vacation tax that will be collected before getting the keys.
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Description
Welcome! Amazing unit across the street from the ocean, an ancient Hawaiian fish pond, small park, the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, and an awesome Indian restaurant. Great BBQ area, pool, tennis courts, and relaxing hot tub. You will also be near the beginning of the longest uninterrupted white sand beach in all of Hawaii! Come for the vacation of your dreams. There's a 15% vacation tax that will be collected before getting the keys. Sometimes I work in isolated areas of Maui and don't have good Internet connection. But I have two reliable backup people who are happy to help if I'm unavailable. Just call or text: Renée - my mom at (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) or our friend Lacey at (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN). Don't hesitate to contact us. Aloha, Johnny (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) Airbnb does an excellent job of censoring contact information, but don't worry, I can give you these numbers before you arrive, and they are listed on the information in the unit.
Neighborhood Overview
1/30/2018 I'm adding the Haleakala notice and swimming cautions because we want you to have a safe and joyous vacation. Look below this information for the tips on where to go and what to do. Haleakala Sunrise – change: No longer can you just get up in the dark of night and drive a couple of hours up to the top of the crater to stand in the cold and hope to see the sunrise over Haleakala. Now you need reservations: “The one-day, non-transferable $1.50 sunrise reservation is only available online at at least 60 days in advance of a planned visit. To address last-minute requests, the park releases 30 tickets at 4 p.m. two days before a planned sunrise visit. (For example, the last 30 tickets for a Saturday sunrise are released at 4 p.m. on a Thursday). Currently, these sell out in less than 10 minutes online.“ If you are lucky, you can possibly see the Haleakala sunrise that many hope to see Be sure to take something warm with you. No food or gas is available in the park. An
Notes
You will be able to do self check-in. So if your plane arrives at 11pm, you don't have to worry. You can get into your unit and have a legal parking spot even when most places are closed.
Transit
The public bus, the Kihei Islander, does stop right in front of Kihei Bay Surf, but the places you can go on it are limited. It runs from 5:50 am going south until 7:50pm going south. Be sure to check the schedules. (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN): Maui Bus. Although KBS is right on the bus line and there are taxis and Uber and buses, it's a good idea to have a car while you are here so you can get around easily. Here are some good options (Airbnb filters out URLs, e-mail addresses, and phone #s from my messages, so you will need to look up the websites). The car rental companies offer airport shuttle and toll-free numbers: 1) Ohana Rental Car: Ask for Sandee Crossland 2) Maui Cruisers 3) Kimo’s Parking is open and free at Kihei Bay Surf for one vehicle for each unit. You will need to have the parking pass from our unit for overnight parking.
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Property Details
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24-hour check-in
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Laptop friendly workspace
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Luggage dropoff allowed
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Long term stays allowed
127 Reviews
Excellent place with all the facilities as described in the ad. Perfect location as the place is literally across the road from the beach and has shops and restaurants 1 mile down the road. The complex also has a beautiful swimming pool, jacuzzi and very clean barbecue facilities. The hosts were superb and even went out of there way to accommodate our every need. I strongly recommend this place.
Jun 27, 2019John was great at communicating and making sure I was comfortable at his studio right across the street from the beach. He even went as far as to offer me a ride to the airport which I thought was incredibly considerate. As far as the place itself it was very large and conveniently located with a very clean pool and hot tub. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Jun 27, 2019John was a great host. Awesome communicator and very easy going.
Jun 27, 2019Staying at John's listing was a great experience from start to finish. The place was great and customized with hand-picked flowers and "where to go in maui" for my first visit to the island. The place was very clean, very nicely kept and had all the amenities I needed especially in the kitchen.
Jun 27, 2019John persona davvero speciale! Abbiamo trovato fiori freschi in tutte le stanze e degli snack di benvenuto! Appartamento bello, curato nei dettagli e pulito. A disposizione A.C.,microonde,TV, wifi, asciugacapelli, lavastoviglie, lavatrice e asciugatrice, teli mare, sdraio e borsa frigo. Cucina super attrezzata. Piscina,bbq e parcheggio. Ottima posizione. John e la sua ragazza molto simpatici ed estremamente disponibili...tornerei senza dubbio e lo consiglierei a tutti...grazie John e a presto...Mahalo...
Jun 27, 2019John was easy to communicate with and provided us with everything we needed. The place was clean and spacious and is in a great location, just steps away from the beach.
Jun 27, 2019What a guy, what a welcome, what a place! If you're looking for a homely space, comfortable and clean and well located, this is your spot! Throw in a welcoming host with a great sense of humour, willingness to help you find a cold beer upon arrival and give you great tips on island life, you may well have hit the perfect combo!! Mahalo Johnny :) See you next time champ!!
Jun 27, 2019Great place, has everything you need. The lanai (balcony) is spacious and wraps around corner. Has everything you need for beach; towels, cooler, etc. Nice pool area with hot tub and grill. Conveniently located in Kihei, short drive to some of the best beaches in Maui, big and little beach, and across the street from kalepolepo beach and fish pond. Many restaurants and businesses just down the road on S. Kihei Rd. Communication could have been a little better. Could only respond via text, no voicemail or calling, and some of the texts were delayed or vague. With that said, I did leave an item behind and John stayed in touch so I was able to retrieve it two days later - so thank you John. Would recommend this place if staying in Kihei.
Jun 27, 2019The place is absolutely amazing! So clean, cute and cozy! The location is absolutely perfect. I will definitely recommend John to all my friends here on Oahu.
Jun 27, 2019Felt right at home at John's apartment. Accurate listing description. Easy to communicate with, would definitely stay here again.
Jun 27, 2019Great experience
Jun 27, 2019I enjoyed staying Kihei Bay Surf. This family is very sweet and willing to help me out all the time! Neighbor hood is very quite and beach is right cross from the apartment. It's such a peaceful place to stay. However, you need a car because there is not grocery stores and restaurant. You can walk to those places but it takes about 20minutes. I'd love to visit this place again :)
Jun 27, 2019Staying at John's place was perfect for my husband and I. We felt the location was awesome, fairly central to the rest of the island and Kihei was so relaxed it was perfect. The condo has everything you could need and we especially liked that there was Tupperware so we could pack our own lunches and snacks. There were also two sets of snorkel gear which was great since we left one of ours at home accidentally. The beach towels were great too since they take up room when you bring your own. We enjoyed spending time by the pool and right across the road is a great park with a perfect swimming spot for kids. On our last day we had a late flight out and asked if we could stay a bit later so we could shower after the beach and John was very accommodating. We really had a great last day knowing we still had a home base for us and our stuff, it was greatly appreciated. We would definitely come back!
Jun 27, 2019perfect stay !
Jun 27, 2019John was very nice, we live on island and would defiantly stay again there again for a quick getaway!
Jun 27, 2019Thanks for everything. Felt like we were at home on Maui rather than vacating!
Jun 27, 2019Had a great time in this place. We had breakfast on the lanai in the morning, enjoyed the beach all afternoon and finished by grilling pineapple on the gas grill and relaxing in the hot tub. Great area, great host and great place! We will be back.
Jun 27, 2019This fabulous corner unit condo is exactly as John has described it!! It's spacious (twice as big as the neighbouring condos!), clean, fresh and airy! A wrap around balcony which is perfect for a glass of wine at sunset! Ideal for drying clothes also! Screen doors back and front meant a breeze could run through the apartment. Swimming pool was really clean as was the hot tub and well looked after by the on site manager, Mark. The pool wasn't that busy so we felt like it was our own private pool on several occasions! There was a barbeque area beside the pool which was great to use on those evenings we didn't feel like going out for dinner! A laundry room was also situated beside the tennis courts. The location on Kihei was great, we had a beach right across the road that we could see from our balcony. No matter where you're staying in Maui a car would definitely be necessary. John recommended Kihei car rental which turned out to be a fraction of the cost of an airport rental! A shuttle bus runs to the airport also from there. Monsoon Indian(restaurant)for any Indian lovers is directly across the road and was recommended by Johns dad to try it out, it was so good we went there twice! Snorkelers- there are so many great snorkelling beaches within a ten minute drive(by car)! Molokini + Turtle town-definitely a must!! The Road to Hana- beautiful scenery and waterfalls I would advise camping along the route as there is so much to see in just one day!! The road is quite windy and narrow! Definitely go to Hookipa beach near Paia if you want to see turtles basking around 17.00hrs! We can't wait to visit Maui again next year and were hoping John will have a free space for us in his condo!! I can't thank John and family enough for their hospitality :)
Jun 27, 2019We really enjoyed our stay at John's place. The apartment is very conveniently located--right near beaches, central highways to explore the island, 24hr grocery stores, and places to go out at night. John's place is also well outfitted (cooler, snorkeling gear, beach towels, etc.) which makes it easy to do day trips. The unit is a good size with a smart layout, and having the option to turn on the AC at night is nice too. Thanks so much for a great stay!
Jun 27, 2019Great Location! Good vibe! I enjoyed staying at John's place and would definitely stay there again. My only feedback would be regarding towels. I would recommend bringing your own towel, I am not sure the towels were very clean. Enjoyed my stay!! Thank you!!
Jun 27, 2019ma copine et moi avons passé une semaine magnifique chez john, il était très disponible et hyper sympa. à chaque fois que j'ai eu besoin de lui il était là et son appartement permet de vivre dans l'ambiance de kihei. encore merci pour tous les cadeaux à l'accueil john ;) :)
Jun 27, 2019We really enjoyed the place! The location was great, close to the beach and accessible to many activities on Maui. I highly suggest visiting the Maui Brewing Co. The space was comfortable, the lanai spacious, and had a full kitchen for our use. John was very quick to respond when I had a questions. He also provided great food and hiking suggestions! We loved it all, would definitely return and recommend staying here. Mahalo!
Jun 27, 2019This was a wedding gift to my son and daughter-in-law. They were very pleased and would stay here again.
Jun 27, 2019The place was perfect, he had everything ready to make it feel like home & just across the street from the beach. Mahalo!!! Will definitely use it again when I stay in Kihei again
Jun 27, 2019We had a great time staying at John's place. Condo was clean and comfy. The location is great. The place is across from the beach. It's only 1 mile from the grocery store. John was very welcoming and responsive to our questions. Really enjoy our stay there! Thanks John!
Jun 27, 2019John's place was very nice. Sunny, lots of room. It had one of the most comfortable beds of anywhere I've stayed. The pool and grill access was also really nice to have. I would definitely stay here again.
Jun 27, 2019Nice and large place with fully equipped kitchen, washing machine and available parking space. We loved the swimming pool and hot tub. Location is also great for South Maui beaches. Beach equipment (chairs, towels, snorkel, fins and ice boxes) was kindly provided by John. We had a great time. Only downside was that the apartment was quite noisy for my taste (air conditioning and busy street) and could have been a bit cleaner. But I would recommend it.
Jun 27, 2019This is not far from the airport. Everything you need is there, from cookware, picnic, to snorkeling gear, not to mention a parking permit. Safeway isn't too far either and if you're looking for fresh seafood, go to Eskimo Candy. I would definitely stay at this Airbnb, the next time I'm in Maui.
Jun 27, 2019Great mid point location for checking out all parts of Maui. Close to all the great places ti eat in Kihei.
Jun 27, 2019John was very helpful and responsive. If we couldn't find something (we weren't looking hard), he responded quickly to help us out.
Jun 27, 2019Great stay indeed! Everything we needed. We didn't spend much time there as we were out and about exploring Maui! Perfect place to come back to and recharge before the next day!
Jun 27, 2019This place is absolutely amazing!!! Super spacious inside, full kitchen, awesome wrap around porch, quiet, beautiful, close to everything. Will definitely stay here again!!
Jun 27, 2019its really an awesome place to stay. it was hard regards to communication. the host was working so he wasnt getting any of my msgs. but once he was contacted he was very accomodating.
Jun 27, 2019Greets place for a get away. Love the balcony and close to anything you need. I'd def stay again
Jun 27, 2019I've been to Hawaii a few times, I really like staying at local places. John and his mother are very hospitable, and want to be sure your taken care of. We drove to Haleakalā the second day we were there, great trip, I highly recommend doing in the evening, not the AM sunrise trip. You can hike during the day 65 degrees, then watch stars after the amazing sunset 45 degrees! Close to the Airport and Costco. I will go back!
Jun 27, 2019Great easy place to stay with everything you can imagine in the kitchen! Across the street from the beach, with amazing sunsets!
Jun 27, 2019John's corner unit across from the beach is an ideal location for enjoying Maui. We took a long walk down South Kihei road and explored the many beach parks. We walked across the street, with lovely beach chairs provided, to watch the sunset, turtles and fish in the fish pond. Very close to good restaurants, shops. Easy to get to other parts of the island. The unit is spacious. Some street noise (which did not bother us). The community is quiet and well maintained, with a beautiful pool. Plan to return!
Jun 27, 2019We had a very nice stay at John's apartment. It's very close to a beach and a fish pond with turtles swimming around. The shops and restaurants are just a few minutes drive. There's some traffic on the road down the apartment during the day, but night is quiet.
Jun 27, 2019La photo idyllique de la plage ne représente pas tout à fait l'ambiance du logement. En effet, l'appartement est situé sur une rue très passante et la circulation est incessante. Les fenêtres sont du verre simple et le sol dur et le plafond en bois crée une cage de résonance qui rend amplifie les bruits de la route. Il est très difficile, voire impossible de dormir profondément. La piscine du complexe n'est pas chauffée et très peu de monde ose s'y baigner plus que quelques minutes. La mini-plage de l'autre côté de la rue inclut des algues rouges pas très attrayantes pour la baignade. En réalité, il faut descendre à South Kihey en voiture, une quinzaine de minutes, pour trouver des belles plages sans algue. Malheureusement, tout cela ne faisait pas partie de la description du logement, assez charmant autrement.
Jun 27, 2019same as private review
Jun 27, 2019The location is great for access to all of Maui. Check-in was easy and simple. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. A nice touch was the fruit left for us on the kitchen table. John was quick to respond to our one question.
Jun 27, 2019We found Kihei to be a central, less expensive, and nice place to stay on Maui. We had a rental car the whole time, so it didn't take long to drive to restaurants, beaches, and other sites. We didn't have to pay for parking at the complex, and we found places to park at the places we wanted to visit. John's place was very comfortable and there was snorkel gear and lawn chairs available for us to use if we wanted.
Jun 27, 2019Great location! Large corner unit right across the street from beautiful beaches. Only negative - on the main road traffic is a little noisy, we shut the windows and turned on the AC it was fine!
Jun 27, 2019Johnny was awesome from start to finish! We absolutely loved the place, we made friends with others in the complex and we stayed for an entire month! It became our home away from home and it was just such a wonderful place. The bed was comfy, the kitchen was great to prepare food in, and we spent time grilling and enjoying the pool! Top notch, wonderful experience!
Jun 27, 2019Really enjoyed our stay here. Very accommodating host.
Jun 27, 2019Johnny's place is great and in a great central location for beach and Maui exploration. Johnny gives great recommendations for the island. Great deck for outdoor dining. Felt like our own little home in Maui. Can't wait until my next visit!
Jun 27, 2019Everything was excellent. We would definitely stay again.
Jun 27, 2019The apartment was very spacious, the kitchen well-equipped, and the bed was very comfortable - firm with a foam pad on top. There were touches that showed Johnny is environmentally conscious, which we appreciate very much. We ran into two minor problems that Johnny responded to immediately and resolved to our satisfaction. The only downside was the noise from traffic, tho we ran the air conditioning at night to cover the sound.
Jun 27, 2019This apartment is just as described. Great value and 30 seconds from an nice little beach. Some road traffic noise but when the balcony doors are shut and the AC is on (which we did at night), everything is fine. We enjoyed the pool and grill as well. We love Maui and this is a great little apartment from which to see the sites.
Jun 27, 2019This was my second trip to Maui, but first time at John's place. The bed was comfortable and the AC was cold. This is a great location with quiet neighbors and I'll be looking to stay here again in the future.
Jun 27, 2019Great location and reasonable price. Would stay again!
Jun 27, 2019John was an amazing host. His home is beautiful and in a perfect location on the island-a wonderful neighborhood with lots to do and it's easy to get almost anywhere on the island. He provided snorkel and beach gear which we were able to get a lot of use out of. The fresh fruit was a very nice touch, too. The patio is beautiful in the mornings and the place was very clean. We very much enjoyed our stay and can't wait to come back-we will definitely stay here again next time.
Jun 27, 2019Notre séjour à Kihei a été formidable entre autres grâce à l'hospitalité de John et de sa famille. Un petit imprévu est survenu à notre arrivée (délai avant d'entrer), mais les hôtes ont été charmants et ont su nous accommoder pour ces quelques heures. L'endroit est sympa et proche de tous les services en voiture. Un ananas bien mûr et sucré nous attendait... L'appartement est un "L" (un coin), donc plus grand que les appartements adjacents. La terrasse fait également un "L". Bien que ce soit sur une rue très passante, le bruit ne nous a pas incommodés outre mesure (nous avons mis l'air climatisé, comme conseillé). Le lit est confortable. Pour le BBQ, il fonctionne au gaz, donc pas de souci pour des briquettes. Par contre, on ne peut pas l'utiliser après 21:30 (les lumières se ferment automatiquement). La petite plage en face est belle et fréquentée par les gens de la place (nous en avons vu qui y faisaient du snorkling). Nous n'avons pas utilisé la piscine ou le spa, faute de temps, mais les gens du complexe les utilisaient. Les proprios nous ont texté chaque jour des suggestions de sorties que nous n'aurions pas connues autrement; nous n'avons pas été déçus. Nous y retournerions sans hésiter. Mahalo!
Jun 27, 2019John's place is spacious. Balcony was nice. Would stay here again.
Jun 27, 2019We enjoyed our stay in this adorable apartment. Great outside porch and pool. Environmentally friendly kitchen soap- bonus! Close to beach and beach chairs and boogie boards provided.
Jun 27, 2019cute little studio place. we had trouble finding the key and John came out of his way to help us out. very cool
Jun 27, 2019The place is well located, kind of middle of everything, however keep in mind you will need to rent a car to move around. There is a lot do in the island and rent a car is a must! John's place is across street from Kihei beach. Sugar beach has few miles of beach perfect for running. This is not a luxury aparment, but honestly you have got everything you need. The place includes a large balcony that we loved having dinner out. The condo has a well-maintained pool and jacuzzi. John promptly attended my questions, including a late check-out with no problem.
Jun 27, 2019The host canceled this reservation the day before arrival. This is an automated posting.
Jun 27, 2019Not really satisfied. I think it was ok for the price $94 per day in Maui. If you don't expect too much and want a private place which has affordable price, then this will be your good choice.
Jun 27, 2019The condo is great for people who are active and like to see the island. You have everything you need for a nice stay and we would come back - for sure!
Jun 27, 2019I have mixed feelings about this place. You can tell John put in some effort in setting up this vacation rental. He had a closet full of beach items and plenty of towels. The location is pretty good. The base price of this place is also reasonable. Now comes the negative parts - the two main negatives are cleanliness and communication. When we booked, John was very responsive. He told us he would send some additional information when we arrived. We landed around 5pm and I had still not heard from John. No check-in instructions or where to park, etc. We waited outside of the apartment for about an hour before John replied. During the first night, I noticed a horrible odor emanating from the bed, the sheets, the pillows, and the comforter. It smelled like a locker room. Upon closer inspection, there were hairs all over the bed, it became pretty clear that nothing was washed in between rentals. This is extremely alarming because it's very unsanitary AND the cleaning fees are quite high for this unit. We messaged John about this and received no response. We ended up using our clothes as a pillow and bought some beach towels as a comforter cover. In fact, we did not hear from John until the day we were checking out. He didn't apologize, all he said was the sheets are clean. He told me he would send his cleaner over so we can discuss it. Well, given it was the day of check out, it's a little too late for that. I waited for the cleaner anyway, but he never showed up. Poor way to end an otherwise great vacation. Given the poor communication and atrocious cleaning fees, I would not recommend this to anyone until John fixes the issue.
Jun 27, 2019Pulizia scadente, condizionatore che non andava, irraggiungibile L host fino alle ore 14 e la stanza data alle 17:30 ( check in era previsto dalle 12 in poi e noi siam arrivati alle 13). Abbiam pulito casa noi. Gentile john e carino L appartamento ma trascurato e trasandato.
Jun 27, 2019Loved the place! Thanks again for letting us stay! We never got a parking pass and I kind of just guessed on how to get in the place. But besides that, you will see us book from you again in the future. Thanks again!
Jun 27, 2019Super convenient place
Jun 27, 2019Great place which is easily to reach and close to all main attractions the Kihei area has to offer. Really spacious appartment for 2 and the balcony, though being on the main road, is a very nice spot to sit in the evening. Pool and hottub are really a nice place to relax after coming back from hiking or snorkling trips
Jun 27, 2019Great stay. Really nice place. Close to the beach and places to eat. Easy to find parking. Overall great experience
Jun 27, 2019John's place is great! We were comfortable right off the bat and had no trouble adjusting because that's the last thing you'll need when you're on vacation! Amenities included everything we needed. Having beach chairs and snorkeling gear was a big plus!
Jun 27, 2019This place was the perfect spot. Beach right in front of you and a 15 minute walk to the good bars and restaurants. Even more the hosts gave me a great first impression of Hawaii! Thank you guys Mahalo.
Jun 27, 2019I got this place last minute and the deal was at such a great price! The place is exactly how it is pictured. It has a very nice island feel! Plus it’s right across from the beach and is in walking distance to restaurants and stores. The only thing I would say was communication was a bit laxed. It’s a great location and a very clean place.
Jun 27, 2019John had a great place and an even better location. Beautiful beach steps away from the condo. Many thanks for the hospitality, John.
Jun 27, 2019John never responded to give us instructions after he had confirmed our reservation. This left us without a place to stay. Luckily Airbnb stepped in and refunded us and got us into another location for our trip.
Jun 27, 2019This condo is great. John has made the place a home with plenty of amenities and the pool and bbq grill make it a slam dunk.
Jun 27, 2019The place is recently refinished and very clean, John adds many nice touches such as beach gear and a fresh ripe pineapple. The road can be a bit noisy, just remember to close the windows at night. The jacuzzi is refreshing after a long day travelling.
Jun 27, 2019The place and the hospitality was great. The little things made us feel at home and not to forget the secret Santa totally made our day. The condo was a few steps from the beach but the one thing that I wished for would have been a view of the beach to wake up to from the patio
Jun 27, 2019Great place!
Jun 27, 2019My husband and I had an amazing stay in Kihei for our belated honeymoon in John's home. The space was so lovely and we liked the privacy of the entire condo. It was amazing to be one street across from the ocean, and we went out to see the sunset on John's beach numerous times. John and his ohana also left us two beautiful handmade lei in the fridge as well as a giant, delicious pineapple and passionfruits. John was extremely communicative from the moment of our reservation until we checked out (though we never got a chance to meet him). And he left lots of information about places to go and things to see in Maui. Parking was easy, the location was great (a car is a must for this place, though!), and our overall experience was super positive.
Jun 27, 2019John was a wonderful host! His place is in a great location, and it has all kinds of beach accessories you can use, snorkel gear, beach chairs, bogey boards, etc. There are wonderful restaurants and beaches all nearby. He left us nice amenities, and was quick to respond to any questions. We had a wonderful time, I would highly recommend staying here.
Jun 27, 2019Nice and clean
Jun 27, 2019Great space to get away when you need to be in Maui. We walked frequently from John's place all the way down towards the South Kihei Fish Co. where we found fresh local fish and great food truck pricing. The convenience alone could save you dollars if you wish to use Lyft instead of renting a car. Most places are within walking distance for sure. Free wifi helps with everything. Mahalo and until next time!
Jun 27, 2019John is a thoughtful and communicative host. The location is great. There are a lot of amenities in the immediate area.
Jun 27, 2019John’s place worked perfectly for our needs. We knew that we‘d be spending a large majority of our days out and about, so we made our decision based off the location. We were short drives from most of the beaches and areas we spent our time at. There’s a great fish pond right across the street from the unit where we saw sea turtles every single day. It’s also a great area for small kids to get in the water given there’s no waves. John’s place is ideal for a couple or a young family looking for a place to stay without breaking the bank. We’d definitely stay again.
Jun 27, 2019John was super helpful, he had suggestions for activities to do with our toddler. Would highly recommend this place!
Jun 27, 2019Johns place was accurate to the listing with the best part being how close it is to the beach (across the street). The condos have a shared pool, hot tub, and hose for rinsing off on your way back from the beach which were nice additions. John left us some fresh fruit which was also a nice touch. The bed was SUPER comfortable and the AC kept it a good temperature! Kihei is a nice little town and we would like to return again someday!
Jun 27, 2019Head's up if you are a light sleeper. You will hear every car that passes on S. Kihei road just outside the main windows. We got this place for an amazing price, but I would never pay over 200$ a night here. I would just go to the Kihei Days Inn at that point. The apartment had ants everywhere. We ended up doing our own cleaning of the place to try to get rid of them. I would replace the spare pillows and blankets that are stained and add more towels to the unit if I were the owner. I would also get rid of some of the end tables. 7 tables in that small of a space is a bit much and less is more. :)
Jun 27, 2019Johnny’s place is cozy and comfy, and served as the perfect home base for us, whether we were hanging out on the beach or adventuring about the island. Johnny was a great host, making sure we had everything we needed and even dropped off some fresh fruit for us. The ocean is just across the street, and you’re never more than a few steps away from a totally chill beach that was never crowded on any of the days we were there. When we weren’t at the beach, the on site pool and hot tub on site were nice, too. (Both clean and well-kept.) We appreciated the location being far enough away from all the super-crowded attractions, but were happy that Kihei’s central location made it easy to get to any of the other stuff we wanted to do on the island. There are newer, more expensive places where you could stay next to a bunch of attractions, but if you’re looking for a relaxing, low-key place to come back to when you’re not out exploring the island, then I definitely recommend Johnny’s.
Jun 27, 2019My wife and I spent a few days in Johnny’s place for our honeymoon and it was absolutely perfect! It wasn’t our first time with AirBnB but certainly the best of all times! Johnny was a great hostess! He responded fast, welcomed us with extremely warm welcome that included Lei decorations, special surprise and much more. The place is a walking distance to the beach of 2 minuets tops. Free parking, very spacious apartment, big porch, great decorations, clean place, nice & quiet. I would definitely recommend to everyone to go to this special place and wish we will return again and again. Absolutely LOVED it! Thank you Johnny! Hodaya & Yuval
Jun 27, 2019You should stay here for long time,I stayed for six days, it is too short.
Jun 27, 2019John runs a simple nicely located condo
Jun 27, 2019Johnny and his ohana were wonderful and made for a great experience.
Jun 27, 2019After a horror Airbnb on the northcoast, staying at Johnny's apartment was like heaven on earth. The kitchen is well equipped and the balcony is really big. The most we enyojed the pool with whirlpool. Johnny is a really nice host, we tried to go surf with him but hadn't luck with the waves. He makes a good deal for private surf lessons, just plan the whole day. Thank you Johnny and maybe someday we'll be back.
Jun 27, 2019John was a very kind and accommodating host. The unit was in a good location. It was very convenient. I would recommend his unit.
Jun 27, 2019Awesome spot
Jun 27, 2019John was seriously the BEST host I’ve ever had through Airbnb! He left fresh pineapple and other fruits along with sparkling cider in the fridge to enjoy and even dropped off a Hawaii calendar before we left on our last day, which he extended the check out time all the way to 6pm for us even with someone else staying the same night! He went above and beyond to make sure my husband and I had a great time and I would highly recommend staying at his place. Great location! Pool and hot tub were never busy and kept very clean and nice. There is a calm beach right across the street and the place itself was actually bigger than what it seemed like from the pictures. Had all kinds of beach equipment which my husband and I loved using!
Jun 27, 2019Fantastic and low maintenance - had a phenomenal time here!
Jun 27, 2019This was my second time staying at John’s beautiful condo. Could not ask for a more hospitable or welcoming host! John went out of his way to ensure we were Comfortable and had everything that we needed. If we were missing anything at all he went out immediately and bought it for us. My favourite part, besides the comfortable accommodations that Jonn provides is the extra large heated pool and the amazing hot tub and barbecue area. My roommate and I just want to say a huge thank you for making our stay in Hawaii so comfortable and relaxing. Will definitely be coming back to John’s place!!
Jun 27, 2019Amazing
Jun 27, 2019Was Awesome, next to Whale Sanctuary and 100yds from beach.
Jun 27, 2019立地条件がとてもよいです。 スーパーも近く、基本的に必要なものは揃っているので快適に過ごせると思います!
Jun 27, 2019The Airbnb is one of the best I’ve ever stayed at. John was super helpful in providing me whatever info I needed. The condo was easy to find and it was a pleasure to stay in. It had beach equipment already there, which saves me some hassle procuring it for myself. Clean and stylish room. Everything went perfectly.
Jun 27, 2019John’s place was even better than I expected! The apartment is spacious and very comfortable, and located across the street from a long strip of beach (with very few people)! It’s minutes from all restaurants and things to do in Kihei. The pool at the complex was heated and enjoyable as well, also without many people around. Great stay!
Jun 27, 2019Wonderful! Enjoyed our first time in Hawaii!
Jun 27, 2019Great place to stay! Close to great surf & great restaurants. Johnny gave some great advice on what to do and how to get there, felt right at home.
Jun 27, 2019Great person to deal with, nice place, short ride to 10,000 peaks surfing breaks, hot tub, and a pool. I would recommend staying here. Jimmy
Jun 27, 2019It is a wonderful beach and condo, lots of privacy, getting to know the area, good bus opportunity and the best place to get to familiar with the endangered green sea turtle :)
Jun 27, 2019We had a great time staying at John's place. It is at a very convenient location, right across from a small beach park, where we watched sunset one night. It is a 5-min drive to all the restaurants and shopping area. John also gave very detailed local tips, which were very helpful. We didn't cook any meals as the kitchen is quite small, but it was not a big deal for us since we were out everyday. Other than that, it is a place with great value, just as it is described in the posting.
Jul 27, 2019Location is really great. South Kihei is a good spot for snorkeling- we saw a few honu in Makena Landing. John provided us with all necessities. I recommend this home!
Jun 27, 2019Wow! John's place was perfect I stayed there for over 1 week, went through HURRICANE Lane and still had a blast! I loved there warm hospitality and chilled Hawaiian vibes! This transferred into there beautiful 1 bedroom apartment. Doesn't matter if your a couple or a traveller you will not regret this decision! P.S - Even if you are there for a hurricane event the host will even get you food and water to stock up on just incase. This made them over 5 stars ❤ I loved my stay here and definitely go back the next time I'm in Hawaii - Maui
Jun 27, 2019John was very good at communicating and was flexible when we had a change of schedule. The apartment was great and it was nice to be able to use the common pool and hot tub.
Jun 27, 2019Wonderful location and great hospitality
Jun 27, 2019Perfect location, great place. Had everything I needed and check-in was a breeze. Really enjoyed my stay!
Jun 27, 2019This was a great little place right on the beach in Kihei! It was so quiet, and had all the amenities you could imagine. John sent a ton of great info on the area before I checked in, and I didn’t even need to reach out to ask for anything because the apartment had it all! The appliances are a little old, but everything worked and I was able to cook and do laundry (though I didn’t need to) and there was lots of space to spread out over the 5 days I was there. The value was wonderful and I’d highly recommend this apartment! Thanks John & Ohana!
Jun 27, 2019Had a great time at John’s place. It’s comparatively spacious with respect to other offerings around and has everything you might possibly need from dishwasher to dryer all the way to beach chairs. Whilst located right by a semi-major street, that won’t really be an issue as the traffic comes to a standstill at night - the AC though is a bit of an older model and somewhat noisy. There is a regular fan however that is much more quiet so you have alternatives if the AC were an issue for you. Good value, recommended.
Jun 27, 2019Loved this place! We arrived a little early so the place hadn’t been cleaned yet (which we were completely fine with!) They offered to come clean it right away. John’s wife came by right away to bring clean everything and clean the house. A really comfy and cute place definitely would love to stay again :)
Jun 27, 2019This place served the purpose. It was in close proximity to south side beaches and many shops. It needs some upgrades with kitchen utensils and the cable tv (Cable doesn't have much and the interface is awful to use. Adding a Chromecast or fire TV would help). But, given the price and location this was perfect for us.
Jun 27, 2019Great place. Good value.
Jun 27, 2019great location. would stay again.
Jun 27, 2019John was very communicative and friendly. Unfortunately we had some issues but they seemed isolated to our stay as I didn’t notice the complaint in other reviews. John did his best to make things right which we ultimately really appreciated. Location was amazing in Kihei!
Jun 27, 2019Great location, very responsive host. I had a minor issue with hot water not being available (turns out the fuse was tripped), but John was quick to respond and it was solved immediately.
Jun 27, 2019The place is worth the value if you're not looking to spend much time indoors. The location is great as it is further away from all the resorts and closer to all the great beaches and only 20 min away from the airport. If you're doing the road to Hana, molokini crater or any helicopter tours, you'll find that it is easier to stay in Kihei vs Lahaina. We loved the proximity to the beach and to all the local bars as well. It also has a nice, clean pool and hot tub in the common areas!
Jun 27, 2019Nice!
Jun 27, 2019Fantastic location!! Easy to get to and centrally located along the Kihei coastal area. A mile north of shopping and restaurants, and a few miles south of the Maalaea Marina where most of the tour boats go out. Also, and this is the BEST, its right across the street from Kalepolepo Beach Park where Green Sea Turtles come to rest on the sea wall and beach!!! Couldn't have been more pleased. We loved the Tommy Bahama beach chairs and took them everywhere!! John was a great host and provided quality toiletries, towels and furnishings!! There was always a parking spot for the rental car. We would stay again!
Jun 27, 2019Great place!
Jun 27, 2019The host canceled this reservation 16 days before arrival. This is an automated posting.
Jun 27, 2019Great local and amenities
Jun 27, 2019Guys this place is in a perfect locataion has pool and a jacuzzi you can chill out on the deck and start your day off with a nice coffee honestly we didn't want to leave on that last day this spot is a great price and should be booked every day of the year!!!
Jun 27, 2019All you need for the beach plus beach towels. Basic condiments provided along with basic toiletries. Very relaxing and a great bbq area !
Jun 27, 2019perfect, thanks for a great place
Jun 27, 2019