Kihei Kai Nani 161

Hotel Description

You know what? Kihei Kai Nani 161 isn’t going to win any design awards, but honestly, that’s kind of what I love about it. It’s this unassuming 3-star spot that feels like stepping into someone’s well-lived-in beach house rather than some sterile resort property. The moment you walk in, there’s this slightly salty air mixed with that particular scent of older condos near the ocean – not musty, just… lived in, you know? The kind of place where the furniture has stories and the lanai actually gets used for morning coffee instead of just Instagram shots.

What really gets me is the location – I mean, you’re right there in Kihei where the locals actually hang out, not stuck in some tourist bubble up the road. The beach access is honestly better than places charging twice as much, and you can walk to Foodland for groceries without needing to drive (parking there is actually decent, which anyone who’s been to Maui knows is practically a miracle). The pool area gets this gorgeous afternoon light that makes everything look golden, though fair warning – it can get a bit lively when families are around. But honestly, that’s part of the charm. You’ll hear kids splashing and smell someone grilling dinner, and it feels like you’re part of this temporary little community rather than just another guest checking boxes on a vacation itinerary.

The rooms themselves are, well, they’re comfortable without being fancy. The AC works great (crucial in Kihei heat), the shower has decent pressure, and the beds are actually pretty comfortable – I’ve definitely stayed in “luxury” places with worse mattresses. The kitchen setup is surprisingly functional if you’re planning to cook some of that amazing fish from the local markets. Sure, the decor is a bit dated and you might find a few dings here and there, but everything works and it’s clean. What I really appreciate is how quiet it gets at night – you’d think being so close to everything would mean noise, but there’s something about the way the building sits that just absorbs the sound. You get these gentle trade winds instead of traffic, and honestly, I slept better here than I have at some of those high-end places up in Wailea. It’s got that authentic Hawaii vibe that’s getting harder to find – the kind of place where you might chat with the maintenance guy about the best snorkel spots, or where other guests actually tell you about the hidden food truck they discovered. For the price point, especially with that 7.4 rating reflecting real guest experiences, you’re getting solid value and a genuine taste of what Kihei living feels like.

To book a hotel in Hawaii during the famous winter whale watching season, visitors should make reservations well in advance as the islands attract tropical paradise seekers and ocean lovers from around the world.

Rooms

• Apartment with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child

Reviews

• Suzanne from Canada (7/10)

  Bed was comfortable. Good size and
  Layout of living area and Kitchen good.
  Location excellent

• David from United States (7/10)

  Location is great for the price.
  Walking distance to great sunsets!

• David from United States (8/10)

  Great location. easy to eateries, groceries, and highway.

• Katy from United States (6/10)

  The location was great and it was inexpensive.

• Kyle from United States (7/10)

  Good communication from Booking.com. I will use you again. Too bad no laundry facilities. Overall a nice overnight stay

• Derek from United States (6/10)

  We stayed at the Kihei Kai Nani last year, in a 2nd floor unit, close to the cabana. It had two TVs, (both with Roku, so I could access my own accounts and watch what I wanted), two air conditioners, a cooler to use during our stay, properly equipped kitchen and bath, and was overall a MUCH better unit, a much more pleasant and comfortable trip. AND even cost less!

• Carmen from United States (7/10)

• Sandra from United States (6/10)

  Good location, but hard to find since apt number (8) was not on the building as it was for all the other units.
  Kitchen fully equipped to meet our needs. Loved the full window front overlooking lovely bushes and palms. Door code worked well. Thank goodness for the oscillating fan which shot the a/c back to the bedroom, which would’ve been too hot otherwise.

• Benedict from United States (6/10)

  no breakfast was provided. location was good

• Debbie from United States (8/10)

  Furniture was comfortable.
  Location was great for accessing beach and sunsets. Close to ice- cream place and shops/grocery stores.
  Beautiful patio
  Enjoyed the pool
  Stocked with basic neccessities

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