Gardenia Suite located across from beach in a boutique property

Gardenia Suite located across from beach in a boutique property Overview

Honestly, when I first pulled up to the Gardenia Suite, I wasn’t expecting much – I mean, boutique properties can be hit or miss, you know? But this place actually surprised me in the best way. The moment you walk in, there’s this relaxed elegance that doesn’t feel stuffy or overdone. The lobby has these gorgeous gardenia arrangements (obviously) that fill the space with this subtle, sweet fragrance, and the whole vibe is more like staying at a well-appointed friend’s place than some impersonal hotel chain.

What really sold me though was stepping out onto the street and realizing the beach is literally right there across the road. Not like a five-minute walk or “just a short stroll” – I’m talking about grabbing your coffee in the morning and being on the sand in under two minutes. The sound of the waves becomes this constant, gentle backdrop that you’ll hear from your room, especially if you crack the windows at night (which I definitely recommend). The staff seemed to know all the locals – they pointed me toward this little café down the block that I never would’ve found otherwise, and honestly, it ended up being one of the highlights of my trip.

The suite itself felt thoughtfully designed rather than just decorated. Real attention to detail – like the bathroom had these amazing rain showers, and there were actual good hangers in the closet (you’d be surprised how rare that is). The bed was one of those where you sink in just enough without feeling like you’re being swallowed, and the linens felt expensive without being slippery. I will say the walls aren’t super thick, so if you’re a light sleeper, pack earplugs – though honestly, the ocean sounds kind of mask most noise anyway. Parking was surprisingly easy too, which anyone who’s stayed near popular beaches will appreciate. Check-in was smooth, no weird delays or complications, and they actually remembered my name when I passed through the lobby later. It’s those little touches that make a 4-star place feel like it’s punching above its weight – and with a 9.5 rating, clearly I’m not the only one who noticed. If you’re looking for somewhere that feels special without being pretentious, and you want to fall asleep to ocean sounds, this is your spot.

Travelers should reserve a hotel in Hawaii at least two months ahead of their visit to ensure availability and secure better rates, especially during the peak winter season when the islands host numerous cultural festivals and outdoor activities.

Gardenia Suite located across from beach in a boutique property Accommodations

Reviews of Gardenia Suite located across from beach in a boutique property

• Lieke from Netherlands (10/10)

  Very comfortable apartment, super friendly host, loved the beach chairs & parasol. Really enjoyed staying here

• Ralf from Germany (10/10)

  Thee appartment is perfectly equiped, is really comfortable and ideally located to explore Maui.

• Martin from Germany (10/10)

  Everything!

• Kseniia from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Very cozy and nice apartment, close to the ocean, AC worked well and no noise at all! The owner also provided umbrella and body boards that we found very useful!

• Frank from Germany (10/10)

  We were stunned by the cleanliness of the whole condo. During our search for a place to stay, we were tempted to stay at a larger resort, but we are so happy with Pualani Boutique Resort. The pool was super clean and always refreshing. Since there are only a few condos in this resort, you are getting a lot of privacy. The apartment was outstanding and very well maintained. The AC worked quietly without disturbing a good night sleep. We were not missing anything – it was just all there. Directly across our front entrance are washer and dryer (FREE to use) and outdoor showers. The backdoor opens to the pool, so you literally have 3 steps into the water. ALL beach supplies we were hoping for, were provisioned, 2 beach chairs, umbrella, boggy board, cooler, etc. I truly recommend this resort and apartment for everyone. Oh, and the beach is just 1min walk across the street. We were enjoying the sunset with some self-made cocktails, relaxing in our beach chairs. ALL pictures are accurate, except for the sofa sleeper. This sofa has been upgraded with new covers, so feels like NEW.

• Rahul from United States (9/10)

  Its proximity to the beach, restaurants, convenient stores… perfect place to witness sunsets and taking strolls before/ during sunrise

• Ashlee from United States (8/10)

  We enjoyed the balcony, proximity to ocean, size and comfort of bed, and a tub that I could actually soak in after such a long week.

• Judith from Canada (10/10)

  I liked the home atmosphere of the unit. It was super comfortable.

• Jesse from United States (7/10)

  The location was great
  The pool was awesome
  The condo had great spaces, and I loved the patio.
  Tony was so helpful.

• Cornelia from Switzerland (10/10)

  Ein sehr gemütliches, gepflegtes, gut ausgestattetes und sehr sauberes Appartement
  2stöckig. Sehr gute Klimaanlage
  Der Balkon oben beim Schlafzimmer war toll inkl. Möbilierung.
  Sehr gute Lage
  Einfacher Kontakt mit Vermieterin
  Waschmaschine die kostenlos genutzt werden konnte gleich gegenüber
  Vom Wohnzimmer direkt in den Pool.
  Ganze Anlage sehr gepflegt

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