1112ISLANDSURF312ISNCO – Island Surf 312

Hotel Description

You know what? Island Surf 312 is one of those places that doesn’t try to be fancy, and honestly, that’s exactly what makes it work. When I first pulled up, I’ll admit I was a bit uncertain – the name makes it sound way more tropical than it actually is, and the building itself has that solid, no-nonsense look of a place that’s been around for a while. But here’s the thing: sometimes the best stays are the ones that surprise you by just getting the basics really, really right.

The location is actually pretty smart once you figure out the area. You’re not right on top of everything (which means you can actually sleep at night without hearing every party and siren), but you’re close enough that getting to the good stuff doesn’t require a whole expedition. I mean, you’ll probably want a car or be comfortable with rideshares, but that’s true for most places around here anyway. What I really appreciated was how the staff seemed to know their regulars – there’s clearly a solid group of people who come back here, which tells you something. The check-in was refreshingly straightforward, none of that aggressive upselling you get at some places. Just “here’s your key, Wi-Fi password is on the card, ice machine’s down the hall.”

The room itself? Look, it’s a 3-star place with a 7.0 rating, so set your expectations accordingly, but they’ve clearly put thought into making the space functional. The bed was actually comfortable (and I’m picky about mattresses), the shower had decent water pressure, and everything was clean without that overpowering chemical smell some places have. There were a few little touches that showed someone cares – good lighting for reading, enough outlets in useful spots, blackout curtains that actually block light. The kind of stuff that matters when you’re trying to get some rest or catch up on work. I did notice some wear around the edges – a few scuffs here and there, bathroom fixtures that have seen better days – but nothing that affected the actual experience. If anything, it felt lived-in rather than run-down. The air conditioning worked well, which honestly might be the most important thing depending on when you visit. And the Wi-Fi was solid throughout my stay, no annoying drops during video calls.

Rooms

• Apartment with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 2 single beds for 6 adults

Reviews

• Nancy from Canada (8/10)

  Noisy street. Liked proximity to beach. Leave instructions for guests regarding where the best swimming beaches are located.

• Pierre from Canada (7/10)

  Great location. Lots of space inside. Fairly quiet building. Oceanview.

• Linda from United States (2/10)

  nothing

• Rosalynd from Canada (9/10)

  This location was fantastic. Loved everything about it. We would finitely stay here again when we return to Maui. And the price was amazing.

• Kerzon from United States (9/10)

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