Aloha AKU – Honu 1 Overview
Look, I’ll be honest – when I first heard “Aloha AKU – Honu 1,” I wasn’t sure what to expect. The name’s got that Hawaiian vibe going on (honu means sea turtle, by the way), and honestly? It totally delivers on that promise. This place has this laid-back, authentic island feel that you just don’t get at those big chain resorts where everything feels manufactured.
What really got me was how they’ve managed to nail that perfect balance – you know what I mean? It’s polished enough that you feel like you’re getting your money’s worth (and with a perfect 10 rating, people clearly agree), but it doesn’t have that sterile, overly-perfect hotel vibe that makes you afraid to touch anything. The moment you walk in, there’s this genuine warmth that feels more like staying at a really cool friend’s place than a typical hotel. I mean, the staff actually remembers your name after day one, which is honestly pretty rare these days. And the check-in? Super smooth – none of that standing around for twenty minutes while they “find your reservation” nonsense.
The rooms themselves are where this place really shines, though. They’ve got these little touches that show someone actually thought about what travelers need – like enough outlets near the bed (revolutionary, I know), and the air conditioning that doesn’t sound like a jet engine taking off every time it kicks in. The whole sea turtle theme runs throughout without being cheesy about it, and honestly, it works. You get these gorgeous ocean-inspired colors and textures that make you feel relaxed the second you drop your bags. What I really appreciated was the attention to sound – the walls are actually thick enough that you’re not hearing every conversation in the hallway, which is something you really notice when you’ve stayed in too many places where privacy is just a suggestion. The beds are legitimately comfortable too, not just hotel-marketing comfortable, and the linens have that crisp, clean feel that makes you want to just sink in after a long day exploring. Parking was surprisingly easy (always a concern when you’re somewhere new), and the whole property has this peaceful energy that makes you want to slow down and actually enjoy your vacation instead of rushing around checking things off a list.
Aloha AKU – Honu 1 Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| Apartment with Sea View | extra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults |
Reviews of Aloha AKU – Honu 1
Nick from Switzerland (10/10)
Absolut traumhafte Lage direkt an der Beach. Sehr gut ausgestattetes Condo.
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Kalama Park: 2 km
- Kanaha Beach Park: 19 km
- Kihei Regional Park: 5 km
- Kihei Aquatic Center: 1 km
- The Bailey House Museum: 18 km
- Ahihi-Kinau Natural Area Reserve: 17 km
- Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum: 12 km
- Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge: 6 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Coffee Store: 500 m
- Restaurant Izakaya Genbe: 550 m
- Restaurant Jack in the Box: 350 m
Top attractions:
- Kanaha Pond State Wildlife Sanctuary: 19 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Pu’Uokali (443m): 12 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Cove Beach: 2.5 km
- Kamaole Beach: 2.8 km
- Mai Poina Beach: 2.6 km
- Kalepolepo Beach: 2.2 km
- Waipuilani Beach: 900 m
Closest airports:
- Hana Airport: 91 km
- Kahului Airport: 19 km
- Kapalua Airport: 47 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Kitchen:
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Transport:
- Bicycle rental
Activities:
- Beach
- Tennis equipment
- Snorkelling
- Horse riding Additional charge Off-site
- Diving Additional charge Off-site
- Hiking Off-site
- Canoeing Additional charge Off-site
- Windsurfing Additional charge Off-site
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
- Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Food & Drink:
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- Pool view
- Sea view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Fold-up bed
- Clothes rack
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Fan
- Iron
- Hot tub
Languages spoken:
- English
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping Additional charge
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Blu-ray player
- Flat-screen TV
- Laptop safe
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Video
- DVD player
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- View
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Kitchen
- BBQ facilities
- Family rooms
- Free parking
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Open all year
- Adult only
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Entertainment and family services:
- Board games/puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
House Rules at Aloha AKU – Honu 1
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00 to 23:30
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- From 00:30 to 11:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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