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Oceanfront Condo - See Whales in Season Right From the Balcony!

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Best part of the day is sitting on the Lanai in the morning with cup of coffee
View of Lanai from living room.
Living room with sleeper sofa
Living room with sleeper sofa
Bar with bar stools and TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 679.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lahaina, HI
  • Whalers Village
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kaanapali Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Black Rock
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Kapalua, HI (JHM-West Maui)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Condo - See Whales in Season Right From the Balcony!

****Effective 11/1/2021: the county of Maui has added an additional 3% Hotel Tax that will be added to the booking****

Note: The owners of this unit own another condo on the same floor, L-202, so they can be booked together for larger groups and families.

Welcome to Papakea! Located between the Kaanapali and Kapalua world-class golf resorts and minutes from beaches, shops, and restaurants, Papakea is a 13 acre oceanfront resort with the true aloha feeling of Maui.

There are two private pools, two Jacuzzi's, direct beachfront access, a cabana, three lighted tennis courts, two shuffleboard courts, two 18-hole putting greens, Koi ponds, lush gardens, and 12 outdoor barbecues. The resort also has an Activity Desk. For the sports enthusiast, the golf courses of Kapalua and Kaanapali are nearby and so are beaches great for snorkeling and boogie-boarding. Alternatively, take your time walking the miles of soft sand beaches.

Our condo is fully remodeled and re-furnished with granite counters.

Our second floor 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo is directly oceanfront with its own private lanai in the sought-after 'L' Building. Nothing but blue sky and ocean! One of the rare 2bd/2ba units where the Master Bedroom faces the ocean. The unit is air-conditioned and also has ceiling fans in all the bedrooms. We offer free wireless Internet access. Sip a cocktail on the lanai and enjoy the beautiful views of the neighboring islands of Lanai and Molokai. Parking is close to the building, and both elevator and stairs are located close-by.

The living area has ample seating, as well as satellite TV, VCR/DVD player, and a stereo with CD player. There is a table with seating for four on the private lanai. The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, cooking utensils, dishwasher, refrigerator, oven, microwave, and coffee maker. The unit also has its own washer and dryer.

As renters ourselves for years, we have tried to think of everything possible from our experiences to make your stay comfortable. The oceanfront Master Bedroom has a king size bed and plenty of dresser and closet space. It has a full ocean view and the bathroom has a shower/tub and separate vanity area.

The second bedroom also has a king sized bed and plenty of closet space. The bathroom has a walk-in shower and separate vanity area.

There is a queen sized pull-out sofa in the living room for extra guests. All linens including beach towels are provided. We also have beach chairs and an ice chest that can be taken to neighboring sandy beaches. Papakea has a sea wall and grass lounging area next to the ocean. There are many sandy beaches within walking and short driving distances.

We are required by the State of Hawaii to post our Department of Taxation Registration number, which is W50156142-01 and our on-island contact is Maui Rentals and Realty, LLC, 1087 Limahana Pl., Lahaina. Please do not contact them for booking.

Make your getaway to Maui a special one, and enjoy the aloha spirit at Papakea!

****note: this property is located at Papakea Resort which assesses a daily resort fee of $25.00 that is payable upon check-in and is not collected by the owners****

Keywords: Condominium

Property manager

Melenie

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
Absolutely NO SMOKING!

Important information

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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 440010550345, GE-189-894-6560-01, TA-189-894-6560-01

About the area

Honokowai

Located in Honokowai, this condo is by the ocean. Shoppers can check out Whalers Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Kaanapali Beach and Black Rock. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and hiking.
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Lahaina, HI

What's nearby

  • Honokowai Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kaanapali Kai Course at Kaanapali Golf Resort - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Whalers Village - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Kaanapali Beach - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Black Rock - 8 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Kapalua, HI (JHM-West Maui) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's Beach House Maui - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Paradiso - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Slappy Cakes - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Oceanfront Condo - See Whales in Season Right From the Balcony! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Oceanfront Condo - See Whales in Season Right From the Balcony! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Condo - See Whales in Season Right From the Balcony!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Condo - See Whales in Season Right From the Balcony!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Condo - See Whales in Season Right From the Balcony! located?

Situated by the ocean, this condo building is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Honokowai Beach Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Kaanapali Beach and Whalers Village. Keka'a Beach and Kahana Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marilee N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

Great place to stay

This condo was so great for our family. It had enough space, a very well stocked kitchen (always nice to not have to buy coffee filters for example). It was very clean. The best parts of it IMO are: This is ocean front - not beach front - the views are spectacular and sitting on the balcony at sunset, sunrise, just watching the whales - it was amazing. I will say the ocean is LOUD - maybe the only downside is you will 100% hear it in the master bedroom at night even if you close the windows - it takes some getting used to just how loud it is. So if you are a light sleeper maybe bring ear plugs. Secondly, the grounds and amenities were great. Third, there were so many things we could walk to that made the trip easy - the food trucks (we would often just get food for dinner there and then eat on the balcony watching the sunset, slappy cakes, a grocery store, etc. We loved staying here as did our kids. It was just all very easy. Thank you for the great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lori L.

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

We shall return!!!

We had a lovely time. Unit has a spectacular view… the whale watching was phenomenal!!! The area is perfect for morning walks and eating establishments! I would recommend this unit for a relaxing and invigorating stay. We ourselves are returning in 2025!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Donna G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the view but not the condo

We were not excited about the kitchen pests or the smell in the kitchen when we first got there. We cleaned the counters and by the next day, the odd smell was gone. The pests were a recurrent thing. I think it’s to be expected in Hawaii. We ended up keeping our dry goods stored in the oven and microwave for piece of mind. The other issue was the loud noise in the master bedroom from the slatted windows. I read the reviews from previous vacationers so I knew there would be noise from the waves. Just didn’t expect it to be as loud as a freight train. It might not be as bad in summer or on less windy/rainy nights. The condo itself was a great location. The furniture was comfortable. And that view. Breathtaking every morning! We saw so many whales. I could have sat on the lanai all day whale watching. Can’t rave enough about the view. If your priority is whale watching, this is the condo for you. If you prefer a good nights rest or are a sensitive sleeper, you might think twice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

diana g.

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

Fabulous

Beautiful and as advertised
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

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

A perfect week with the whales

Perfect location for whale watching in January. One morning while we were having breakfast on the lanai we saw one slap its tail 21 times. The apartment is just as advertised. Everything was easy.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Piece of Paradise

We had a lovely stay and couldn’t have asked for a better appointed condo, it has everything you could possibly need or want. Gorgeous view in a quiet location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Love this condo!

This is our 3rd time staying here and we love it. The ocean view is awesome and we saw whales every day. Great location (walking distance to a grocery store and restaurants). The grounds at the Papakea Resort (where the condo is located) are very well kept.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

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

Great Accomodations

Right on the waterfront. Could hear the waves from everyone in the condo. Spacious and clean. Plenty of beach activity equipment for use in the condo. Parking was easy. Overall great stay Only disappointment was no real beach or snorkeling on the premises. Water was too rough for kids in this location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry W., Vancouver Washington

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

Lovely place

The unit was lovely. It was a beautiful location. But for the tragedy that occurred (wildfires) it would have been the perfect trup
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Our family getaway was just what we needed. Serene views and slow days. We really appreciated all of the beach things, especially the snorkeling gear.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shantel W.

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

Wonderful condo

Everything about the condo was perfect. It was clean, well stocked, even had a pack n play for the baby! The beds were comfy and the property was clean and well kept. We would love to come back to this unit!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Robin M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view but old condo

We enjoyed the beautiful ocean views. However during our 10 day vacation, we kept finding a large pool of water under the master bedroom carpeting. We called the manager a couple of times and when the workers came the day before our checkout, they discovered that drainage water from the upstairs bathroom was the reason for the big puddle in our bedroom. We were literally stepping on another unit's bathroom water throughout our stay. No wonder I got sick half way through our vacation. I made my family leave Old Lahaina Luau early because I wasn't feeling well. The manager and the resort people did nothing for us. They just left our unit and had the plumbers get to work when we checked out the next morning. I can't imagine what that disgusting carpeting would look like if we haven't told them about the water. The 1st floor condo below us was probably affected too.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian E.

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

Gorgeous

Nicest unit that we have stayed in at Papakea out of 3 different units.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya L.

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

Great condo

Great view and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

GARY M.

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

Grad gift

Gift to granddaughter for graduation
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri V.

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

Beautiful Oceanfront Condo

This condo has everything you could possibly need for a perfect stay in Maui. The Papakea Property is well maintained with lots of amenities. We enjoyed the pool, bbqs, shuffleboard, snorkeling, beach next door, evening sunsets on the lanai and the nearby walking path. A huge plus was the three AC units.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

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

Wonderful vacation home

This condo had everything we needed for a great vacation. Its best feature, of course, is the unobstructed ocean view. It was also comfortable and extremely well stocked. The hosts made sure we had a pack and play for our toddler, which was so helpful. There was also tons of beach gear and binoculars for whale watching. We couldn’t have asked for anything more!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Maui heaven

This was our second time staying at Papakea, we loved the condo so much! It was absolutely perfect for us, fully stocked with the best view ever! We use the pool almost every day. Also played pickle ball and shuffleboard, so much fun! Made friends with the nice neighbors as well. Great location and close to beaches and shopping. We hope to return again soon.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

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

Magnificent ocean views

Condo had almost everything one would need. Lanai provided excellent views of whales. No problem with parking. Suggest providing information on how to work the TV. Would like to return in a couple of years if possible. All in all, it was great place to relax
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing Trip

The property was wonderful, right on the ocean. Very clean and in a good location. It was awesome watching the whales off our balcony and listening to the waves all day and all night. Would stay here again.!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C., Puyallup, WA

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

January 2023

This is the fourth time at Papakea. Second time with same property owner. Lovely condos in building L. Whales everywhere. Looking forward to next time!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitley D.

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

Perfect for family of 5

We loved the location! Loved the easy access to pool! We used that more than the beach! We stayed plenty comfortable with the fans and windows open. I do wish there had been a beach to have easier access to without having to drive but overall it was a great experience! Thanks for sharing it with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

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

Best most relaxing condo

Wonderful condo exactly as pictured. Clean well stocked!!! My favorite place to stay after 8 years of going to Maui. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Melenie

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Dana and Robin
We are from Oklahoma and absolutely love coming to the Papakea in Maui. You will too.

Why they chose this property

We have traveled the world, including every continent except Antarctica, and our favorite place in the whole world is the ocean-front at Papakea. So we bought a condo there.

What makes this property unique

We love getting up in the morning, making a cup of coffee, and sitting on our Lanai. We just read or gaze out over the blue waters and the full views of Molokai and Lanai and enjoy the ocean breeze and the sounds of the surf some 60 feet from us. We come every February, so the whales are here. They put on a show for us every day while we drink our coffee. The place has everything we need, pools, and tennis. We like making our own breakfast and lunch, and then we go out to dinner every night. There are tons of great restaurants just a short drive from the place. Nobody comes to bother you unless you ask them to.

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