When looking online for a place to stay while on vacation, we feel more comfortable if there are testimonials from previous guests. This page is dedicated to just that. Here are the testimonials from our guests (from our guest book and/or emails). If you stay at our Kihei rental, please write in our book at the condo or email us your recommendation. We love hearing from our guests!
December 2013
Had a great time. Loved your condo and all the extras you have. Been here before about 25 years ago. The complex is still great. Had a great time at the beach. Hope to come back soon. Thanks
Pat
Laelysmith B.C., Van Island
November 27, 2013
Great suite and location! Love Maui - first visit! So much to admire and absorb everywhere one goes! Thanks
Bon, Cranbrook, B.C.
November 15, 2013
Our first condo stay on Maui and I gotta say I can't imagine a better place. Everything right here ...
- great comfortable bed ... thank you!
- bird song in the morning is awesome!
- close access to the beach
- quiet and peaceful
- did I mention - comfortable ?
We drove and saw the entire island. We recommend visiting the Iao Valley, Haleakala crater at sunrise, the back road to Hana, hike to the Waimoku Falls, Lahaina, get Thai food at the little school bus food shack in the Ha'iku ... It's all good!
Joe & Shaw
Oregan
May 29, 2013
We had a wonderful time staying at your condo. The things we liked the most were that it was just literally steps from the beach - we got in early and loved the fact that we could get some groceries right around the airport (well toiletries and beer - the necessities !) load those things in the condo and walk to the beach. We came on Tuesday and went to Freds for "Taco Tuesday" mmm calamari tacos - spicy and delicious ! That info was given to us by Debby at the office -we bugged her every day for info - she was great!
The washer and drier were definitely a plus and we loved the lanai for the evenings.
Also, great to have the snorkel equipment and beach chairs. We found that by using our trunk in the car to store them we eliminated having to haul them upstairs ! The ice packs were also use every day as well as the cooler. It was nice to have a few things in the food department such as olive oil and spices and thanks for having plastic baggies - they came in handy too.
Favorite restaurants - absolutely hands down Mamas Fish House in Pa'ia - what a memorable sunset dinner, a local advised us because it is pricey to have a few appetizers and then an entree to split and then The Black Pearl dessert...... fantastic - all we needed was Johnny Depp ! The Fish Market in Pa'ai also for the Ahi Tuna burger, the Cafe Ole for lunch - great view, Da Kitchen for fresh and delicious everything lunch or dinner - both of these walking distance from condo.
Activities - Road To Hana - too long and curvy for me but the coastal sights were nice, Mt. Haaleakala - a local said he goes up for the sunset (instead of getting up at 2 am for the sunrise) and makes a day of going to lunch at Kula Lodge - fantastic view for lunch, then up to the winery and back to the lavender farm and up for the sunset - if you go this route - definitely go a few miles past the winery the view is amazing from that side of Maui. We also did snorkeling right at Kamole Beach and then Makena.
For memorial Day we went to a senior center (Wailuku) and made our first ever leis to place on the markers for veterans - they were crazy taking our pictures when they found out were were from out of town! Also went to Buddhas Birthday Party at the temple in Pa'aia ! Loved seeing the Banyan Tree in Lahaina. The Maui Times is where we also found out was going on that week - including a Storytelling festival at the cultural center.
The pool was nice as a backup- when the beach was too windy.
We found everyone to be extremely nice and very helpful especially the condo staff and including the Security Guards !
Until next time, Mahalo !
Jon and Jo Anne
April 2013
ALOHA! Great condo (well stocked) love the choir of birds between 5:30 - 6:30 NOT! LOL Really enjoyed Kihei weather GREAT even when bad on other parts of island. Loved having beach chairs, towels here. Really helped for parking. Bed very nice Will definitly be back again. Mahalo from Abbotsford B.C Canada
Chuck & Carol, Abbotsford B.C Canada
February - March 2013
Had an awesome time here in Kihei. 1st time on this side of the island! Like it a lot better! Your condo is wonderful, has everything you need, plus, the bed is a real bonus, very comfortable. We will be back and enjoying #367 again! Thanks for making our stay a relaxing one!
Mom & daughter trip 2013!
Jude, Vancouver, WA
February 2013
Really enjoyed your condo, well equipped. Most of our meals on the lanai and a couple of beers. We have already booked for February 2014,
Robert & Frances, Delta, B.C. Canada
January 2013
Loved your condo! Spent countless hours on the fabulous lanai - looking forward to next December.
James & Carey, Delta, B.C. Canada
December 2012
This is our 3rd year in this condo. It's very comfortable & the washer/dryer are an extra bonus even though we don't use them a lot. They save time... which is important when you have a lot of snorkeling to do!
As always a great holiday. More swells & shore breaks this year but still managed to snorkel or body surf. Good food spots (although restaurants are out/closed often).
- Moose (just out front) - big breakfasts - look for 2/1 coupons
- Monsoon India 760 S. Kihei - on the beach & buffets
- 5 Palms - up the road - 2 for 1 - 3-7 on the beach (ribs not tender but rest is very good)
- Ruby Tuesday salad bar and good salmon with mango salsa, good service (we were surprised)
Good snorkeling - when visibility is good
- right out front at Kam II & III
- Ahihi - coral is vast
- Honolua Bay & many other spots
Hope to be back next year
D&D
Victoria B.C.
November 20, 2012
Maui is an EASY holiday, Kihei brings it up notch, and your condo (both location and the condition of it) are icing on the cake. Much appreciated.
Having the washer/dryer -as much as we don't use them much- is very practical and one of the reasons why we turn to your condo before others.
The front office (Debbie and John) are welcoming, friendly, and helpful, and the grounds are well kept. We have absolutely loved coming back .... time .... and time again!
Diane
September 2012
Celebrating our 25th anniversary. Suggestions:
- drive up to Haleakala crater (you can almost see Kansas), day time is amazing (morning could be cool if you go)
- Cafe Kihea, 1945 E. South Kihei - great breakfast, beg enough to share
- Napili Beach - NW part of island (early morning calm, very blue water)
- Trilogy - day trip to Lanai (they take care of you all day)
- sunset watching on the wall at Kamaole Beach - end of parking lot
- waking up/drinking coffee on balcony - early morning birds songs
- drive south on 31 to Ahihi-Kina'u underwater preserve to walk on lava - from 1790 - black beach sand
- drive the road to Hana - don't get in a hurry 10-15mph max
- Kihei Aloha Ice Cream & Yogurt - by subway/Dennys - take the punch card
Best Wishes, Jeff & Cheryl
Olathe Kansas
August 2012
This was a wonderful place to spend our honeymoon! It truly did feel like a home away from home!! Thank you & Mahalo!
(Vancouver, B.C.)
November 16 - 30, 2011
Thank you for the continuous upgrades to your condo - it / they sure made the difference between an OK stay and a good one. Maui - Kihei - always a super holiday
D&D
October 27 - November 10, 2011
Thank you for letting us stay in your condo. This has been our favorite condo so far here at KKN. Great location. We had a blast!!
Mahalo
Jeff & Ruth
August 14th 2011
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful condo with our family. It was so magical and peaceful here. We did not want to go home :-)
Slow pace and beautiful beaches. It does not get much better than this. The beautiful sounds of wildlife and fresh smells in the morning air. Thank you again for forever, beautiful memories.
Tim, Angela, Hunter & Griffin
May 8 - 21, 2011
We are WorldMark condo owners but thought we'd try another location for a change and can't say anything negative about this location. The unit was better than expected and we enjoyed the fact that we had beach chairs, umbrellas, and coolers. They were truly appreciated for our trips to Big Beach and Kapalua Bay. Both 2 very gorgeous beaches other than the Kam beaches here close to the condo.
It was great being close to Fred's, Moose and 808 Bistro/Deli! No need to worry about driving. This is hockey playoffs time so Mosse was a great place to be to support our Vancouver Canucks team, along with many other fans (Canadians) all cheering the team. Great fun especially since the games started close to Happy Hour!!
We truly felt like this was a home away from home! Mahalo!
Maria & Donald
April 6-11, 2011
We would highly recommend this condo for anyone looking for a comfortable home in a great location in Maui. It is perfect for a golf vacation with several courses minutes away. Elleair golf club offers free golf during the month of your birthday. It's 5 minutes from the condo. www.elleairmauigolfclub.com/golf/runtime/view_teasers.php We drove to the upcountry to the Ulupalakua Ranch Winery for a wine tasting....pineapple wine. A beautiful country drive. www.mauiwine.com We stopped at the little town of Paia for lunch had Ono burgers at the Fish Market. We also recommend the drive to Haleakala Crater for a spectacular sunrise. Stop by the Kulu Lodge on your way down if you like roasted macadamia nut banana pancakes with coconut syrup.
The beach is right across the street from the condo. We woke each morning to birds singing. Lots of nice places to eat. Cafe O'Lei has nice food and great wine. Fred's, located in front of the complex, has great Mahi fish tacos. Shopping, restaurants, great snorkeling, longs walks, beautiful sunsets. It doesn't get any better.
D&T, Mountain Meadows, CA
February 8 - 15, 2011
While Boston was having one of it's worst winters, we were having one of our best. We especially enjoyed living here in #367 at Kihei Kai Nani with it's great lanai, beach furniture, and all the comforts of home. KAM III was such a convenient and good beach, but we all liked Makena - though not as many fish as we expected. We got only half way to Hana but stopping at Keannu Peninsula and eating Aunt Sandy's banana bread while we watched the raging surf was a happy alternative.
Bert & Jelly
January 12 - January 19, 2011
Maui has been a nice break from our hectic life in Seattle! We experienced torrential rain when we arrived here in Kihei but after that, it was sunny & clear. This condo is well equipped with all the necessities & made our stay very comfortable. The food around here is delicious! We recommend 808 Restaurant just around the corner in the same area as Fred's. You bring your own alcoholic drink (BYOB). The food there is awesome! 808 also has a deli but we didn't get a chance to try it.
The Whales sightings are amazing & fun to watch. My husband & I enjoyed Geocaching here. It's a great way to enjoy nature on various trails.
Tonight is our last night here & we just had Taco Tuesday at Fred's. We're savoring our last hours here as we sip merlot before we head back to colder weather in Washington.
Aloha!
Michie & Scott
December 29, 2010 - January 5, 2011
Seven days of sunny 80+ degree weather! The perfect escape from cold, rainy Portland. Thanks for making this place available. It was perfect! Loved waking up to all the bird sounds. Loved being able to see the sunset from the main room. It had everything we needed to fully enjoy our trip.
Highlights:
- Driving around West Maui (crazy roads!)
- Sunrise at Haleakala
- Snorkeling at Love's Beach (clear & shallow)
- Fireworks on New Year's Eve at Wailea Beach
- Road to Hana (hiking in bamboo forest)
- Lazy lazy mornings
Scott, Paul, Andrei & Dru HAPPY NEW YEAR
September 18 - 25, 2010
Thank you for a wonderful week! It's such a cozy and well equipped condo that is just like another home to us.
The location is also impeccable, with lots of great restaurants and beaches within walking distance.
* Restaurant recommendation:
For those of you who like sushi or general Japanese food, Koiso is definitely worth a try. It's tucked in the corner of Dolphin Plaza. You may want to try booking your seats in the early afternoon, they fill up quickly.
As for snorkeling, we tried Honolna twice & failed miserably to the weather. We believe on a good day, it could be heaven. But we just didn't have the luck. Besides Molokini, our favorite is Black Rock. Lots of fish, even turtles!
June 17 - 23, 2010
Thanks Alicia & Darryl for sharing your "Otherhome" with us! It felt like home to us. You have thought of everything - it's so fully furnished.
Your suggestions for snorkeling beaches and restaurants were right on!
Even the waitress at Cafe O'Lei gave us a great tip for a "fish & chips" place - Eskimo Candy, off of Lipoa Rd. Reasonable prices and big portions; they even have fresh caught fish to take home to grill.
We celebrated our anniversary at the very special "Mama's Fish House" in Paia. What a memorable experience!
We've seen the whole island - West Maui, the Road to Hana, Haleakala, etc. and after each long day, it was great to come back "home" to such a comfy & inviting condo.
Thanks again!
Joyce, Tom & Patti
May 31 - June 15, 2010
WOW! Wedding couple leave and honeymooners arrive - think it might be marriage season! Graham and I came here from Scotland (UK) and it has been well worth the long journey.
The pace of life here is exactly what we needed and the sights, sunsets, turtles, and dolphins are exactly what we wanted! Making this the perfect honeymoon.
The "Road to Hana" was great. We love the "Three Bears Falls" and the pool you can swim in. Aunty Sandy's banana bread is to die for.
If you go to Lanai, go early and you can see all the dolphins (at least 10) they swam up and did tricks. At Turtle Beach we saw a green sea turtle but took advice and stayed well clear as they are protected.
Cafe O'Lei is yummy but go hungry as the portions are big. It's cheaper at lunch.
Haleakala sunrise is well worth the early rise!
My favorite sunset was at Little Beach (over the rocks from Big Beach) but G was a bit nervous because of the nudists there.
This condo has a lovely, warm feeling which helped us settle straight in to life here. We love the handmade frames and bought one to take home. Love it here and we are just not ready to go home.
Lynsey & Graham
May 24, 2010
Hugh and I get married tomorrow on the beach at sunset in Makena. We love this condo and will definitely make it back here, hopefully every year. Fells like a second home, very nice! Thanks
Stacey & Hugh
Suggestions:
- Maui Tacos are delicious & great prices
- Wailea beach & Big Beach are the best
- Lulu's is great food too
- go to Longs Drugs for "local" flip flops (the best)
- Kihei Cafe is so great & to walk to, open at 5 am, get the "perfect" papaya"
May 30, 2010
The wedding went pretty much perfect. This island is so beautiful and friendly. We will miss Lulu's, Kihei Cafe and the sunsets the most. But we'll definitely be back. A lot of our family stayed at other condos and hotels and we can see that this (Kihei Kei Nani) is the best deal and the best equipped condo. We'll stay here again next time.
Stacey & Hugh
May 7 - 14th, 2010
Thank you for sharing your Otherhome. We found it well supplied. Hope to be back sometime.
Len & Sonja
February 26 - March 12, 2010
Great condo, well equipped! *The futon needed repairing for our girls to sleep on it safely. Close to everything, wonderful location.
We will recommend it to our friends and family.
Jackie and Alan
Crossfield Alberta Canada
December 25, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Great value! Across from the K2 beach has all the necessities for home cooking and a comfortable stay. We want to be back someday.
Wishing for Maui. Sunshine everywhere. P.S. it's minus 8 degrees Celsius back home with a wind chill. Cheers!
Florence & Joe
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
November 15 - 25, 2009
Nice condo. Well equipped (except for lack of boogie board). Super location. Really don't have to drive anywhere. This is the best.
Thank you for keeping it up - making updates.
Now, housekeeping could use an upgrade! They cleaned around the furniture. Coffee maker not emptied, dryer filter not cleaned.
We would come back. Thank you
Vernon B.C.
September 13 - 25, 2009
Questo splendido appartemento, a he falto subito sentire comre a casa. Dotato di agni conforet, abbiamo treasearo qui as giorni dolle nostros lune di miel, de sagno.
Greazie di tutto!
E gratie ad uno marvigliose Maui he si he regalsto emozioni color y preofumi unici.
We love you. We'll be back soon.
Francesco & Luca from Italy
August 29 - September 13, 2009
This is our 3rd time to Maui. But our first as a full family! All four of us LOVE it here; so much to see and do! Hanna & Emma (our two children, girls) enjoyed it immensely. The pullout couch was comfortable to sleep on according to them! We all agree the KKN is a great place to stay at and we have/will definitely recommend it. :-)
Great snorkeling, surfing and shopping and great pool too! Thanks
The Carters
Your condo was great! It had everything from movies to shower soap. Thanks!
We'll be back!
Dallas & Andrea
May 10 - 18, 2009
Totally enjoyed our stay in this condo. Everything need provided, some by landlord some by previous guests for example. Not pack shave cream for 1 or 2 uses but left by another. We wanted more Kleenex so purchased & left and some Glad containers [minor items but make more enjoyable]. Enjoyed lawn chairs and K-2 beach. We snorkeled every day - all over west Maui and the crater - and none of those places all that much better than K-2 - which is at end of driveway. Suggest check check out left side, go over and snorkel to K-3! Enjoyed several options available at condo; TV, CDs, beach chairs, etc. Thank you and hope others enjoy this place also!
Geoff, Pleasanton, CA
February 25 - March 4, 2009
Thank you! Great condo, very versatile and everything at hand. Wonderful view and sunsets. We will definitely book with you again. Laundry being in room such a treat and best reno job I've seen here! Many Thanks
Nick & Wendy
October 19, 2008
Great place with a lot of thought for vacationers - igloo ice coolers for lunches, beach chairs & umbrellas. The kitchen is really complete w/blender, toaster, dish soaps/dishwasher detergent. Even some CDs to listen to. We had a great stay and couldn't think of a thing that could have been added to make it more comfortable. Much, Much, Thanx
Garth & Janet
May 9, 2008
To say that our vacation was, "The Best Vacation Ever," would definitely be an understatement! We spent the most incredible 9 days in Maui and would go back again and again. The first day, I went swimming with turtles (think Donatello, Raphael, Michelangello, Leonardo); while snorkeling, Tomi saw and photographed a shark; we even got to watch a pod of whales playing; we explored the black sand beaches at Hana and made the whole 32 miles without mishap, but the return trip did seem a lot shorter and faster!. We went snorkeling almost every day; and enjoyed some of the most beautiful golden sand beaches in the world. Our condo was close to shopping, restaurants, movies, and many tourist type places, so we didn't lack for anything to make this vacation unforgettable.
Stu & Tomi, Parrish, Florida
May 1, 2007
Swam with a turtle. It is our 25th wedding anniversary also. The condo was awesome, we wouldn't change a thing. Our swims at the pool were very relaxing after a busy day. We went to 5 different beaches all very different but all very lovely. The waves at Big Beach were awesome, we will be pulling sand out for a long time.
We did the little submarine trip which was nice, the ocean center was also a lot of fun and very interesting. We took a lot of long drives thru the countryside. What a beautiful island. My husband has given a deposit for next year, lucky me. The beach chairs were the best.
Thank you so much for our stay.
Mike & Carrie, British Columbia
April 10, 2007
Wow! How do we sum up our stay! 10 days of sun-surf & fun. We snorkeled on 2 trips - liked the Blue river Rafting company - great fun on the boat & great spots to see fish. Trip to Hana was fun in our Jeep - but could not go all the way around due to earthquake damage. Hope it has been repaired when you read this!
Had an awesome in condo massage - Mona & John were great! Mona # 808-205-8109 and John # 808-875-4369 - WOW they were 90 min. of relaxation to the max! The beach across the street is great when the trade winds blow you off elsewhere on the island, otherwise "Big Beach" was our favorite. Oh, I almost forgot we took the ATV ride thru the rain forest, Halahaku lots of fun, well almost as fun as Glamis!
Darryl & Alicia, thanks for being our forever friends! This was a good way to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. It is not a matter of if we come back only when and if we bring Mitch & Meg! Mahalo
Tom & Cheri, San Diego, CA
March 24, 2007
Our stay at the "Otherhome" was great. It was nice having everything we needed. The view is gorgeous. The best part of the suite was the shower. It is in the perfect location with all the tourism and shops. We found Maui fabulous. The condo is great, I found the knives too flimsy. The bedroom was great. We spent TONS of time on the beaches. The food's good here, although it's hot. Thank you for sharing your lovely condo. We recommend:
- BJ's Chicago Style Pizza
- Kihei Cafe
- Pupu Lounge - fabulous burgers.
We loved it here. Thanks again!
P.S. Music needs a wider variety
Colin, Mary, and Jessica
March 5, 2007
Thanks for the wonderful condo! It had everything we needed and more. Ten days of sun and surf has left us relaxed and ready to head back home. We will definitely be back. Mahalo,
Amanda & Trevor
Pitt Meadows, BC
Thanks for sharing your "Otherhome" with us, for this, our 24th visit to Maui. As always the weather was great, but our golf game remains a "work in progress". Now it's time to return to our home for what winter remains. Aloha & Mahalo!
Jo-Ann & Ed
Fort St. John, B.C., Canada
December 27, 2006
Today I went to about 3 beaches and 3 hiking trails. I went on Hana highway and there were stops.
The hotel Kihei Kai Nani was really comfortable. The room was like a house. Me, mom and my dad had a lot of fun in the trips. This is the first time being to Hawaii (not the big island). I also went snorkeling and saw many fish.
Daddy or Jayesh
November 2006
WOW! What a week! Where do I start? Well, thank you for the great accommodations! This condo is beautiful! Right across from the beach with the most beautiful sunsets and quiet enough to really know your on vacation. It was really great to have everything one could need. It was like being at home... except with sun, beach & surf! Logan was in heaven with the satellite TV. Can leave Canada without hockey! When the sun went down & the burns settled in, it was nice to sit back here and watch some hockey! Thank you! We will hopefully be back soon.
Erika & Logan, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
November 2006
Your condo is really nice. The floor plan is very convenient, and the location is great.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and thanks to you we were able to come. Maybe someday we'll actually get to meet you.
Gay & Phil, Edwardsburg, MI
September 2006
We had a really great stay here. This condo is very well equipped - we found all we needed. Just felt like at home! OK, sometimes a bit hot but, by using fans and opening the windows, it was bearable and after all, we come to Hawaii for the good weather, don't we? The location is really great too, close to the beach. Big and Little beaches are very nice too. To swim with turtles at the Nalvaka beach is unforgettable (go behind the rocks on the left). A special thanks for your hospitality. We look forward to coming back!
Merci
Gjad & Stephaie, Paris, France
July 2006
We had a great week here. We come to see our nephew get married on the beach. It was beautiful
We are here with a group of 32. All are staying in this complex Our son also proposed to his future wife here this week. We all had a wonderful time and will take back beautiful memories to Hawaii.
Your place was great and thanks for letting us use it.
Randy, Debbie, Randy Jr., Alpharetta, Georgia
May 2006
Aloha,
Jim & I just arrived home from Maui yesterday. We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation - but... we should have stayed longer! Waking up in the morning to the birds singing was so nice. Kihei is a great place to relax and enjoy life. We hope to be back soon. In fact Jim is bidding on a contract to supply windows & doors for a multi-duplex development in the area, and I'm "sure" that we will have to do an inspection that will take at least a week - 10 days. :)
The condo was great!
Jim & Betty
May 2006
Thanks for a great mother's week. Weather, beaches and condo, beautiful. Don't believe the stated 600 curves to Hana - a least 1,000. This is a wonderful place to practice the Art of doing Nothing. Will return home now completely relaxed and ready for the everyday challenges. Thanks Darryl & Alicia
Judy and Stan, Yuma, AZ
February 17, 2006
We loved the condo! It had everything we needed and then stuff we didn't even think about! The only thing we'd recommend is a dish drying rack. Thank you so much - this place was great!
Cristin & Mike
January 2006
Aloha,
We had a great week here! Thank you for everything. We flew the long way from Germany and it was worth it! See you next year.
UC, George & Tom, Germany