Kohea Kai Hotel Maui

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Kohea Kai Hotel Maui? It’s honestly one of those places that doesn’t try to be something it’s not – and I mean that in the best possible way. Walking up to the property, you immediately get that authentic island vibe without all the resort pretension. The landscaping is actually maintained by people who understand native Hawaiian plants, so you’ll see real plumeria and bird of paradise instead of generic tropical stuff that screams “mainland landscaper.”

The rooms are clean and comfortable – nothing fancy, but they’ve got that breezy island feel with ceiling fans that actually work (trust me, you’ll appreciate this when the trade winds die down). I stayed there during shoulder season and honestly, the value was solid. The 7.8 rating makes sense because it’s not luxury, but it delivers on what it promises. Check-in was smooth, parking was easy enough, and the staff genuinely seemed to know the area. The front desk clerk gave me directions to this amazing local poke spot that I never would’ve found otherwise – you know those places that don’t even have proper signs?

What I really appreciated was the quieter location. You’re not dealing with the chaos of the resort strip, but you’re also not stuck in the middle of nowhere. I could actually sleep through the night without drunk tourists stumbling around at 2 AM, which… well, if you’ve stayed in some of the busier Maui hotels, you know exactly what I’m talking about. The morning sounds are more like actual birds instead of leaf blowers starting at dawn. And here’s something practical – the Wi-Fi actually worked consistently, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how many island hotels struggle with this. Overall, Kohea Kai feels like a place where locals might actually recommend to their visiting relatives, and honestly, that’s probably the best endorsement I can give any Hawaiian hotel.

Rooms

• Three-Bedroom Suite with 6 × 1 extra-large double bed for 6 adults, 4 children
• Deluxe Penthouse Suite, 1 King Bed with Kitchen, Garden View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• Suite, 1 King Bed with Kitchen, Pool View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Roll-In Shower, Garden View with 2 × 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Superior King Suite with Ocean View – Non-Smoking with 2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 2 children
• Deluxe King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child

Reviews

• Susan from United States (8/10)

  great staff, comfortable bed, clean room, great location to beach, gas, restaurants, free parking…loved the area! The breakfast snack items were wonderful and available to use all day…saved us money with no breakfast bills.

• Howlett from United States (8/10)

  Room was so comfortable and every employee extremely friendly and helpful

• Richard from United States (8/10)

  Location

• Greg from United States (9/10)

  Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was great – could watch the sunset from our balcony. Room was very clean. Staff provided towels and beach chairs if you needed them. Hotel is across the street from the beach and ocean – you can hear it from the room.

• Linda from United States (7/10)

  We liked being in Kihei as more small town feel vs the west side of the island with the big resorts. Close to Makena beach. They borrow you beach chairs, umbrella, towels and cooler, which is very convenient.

• Ruth from United States (8/10)

  Well furnished, pleasant room. Everything was just right for enabling us to have a good sleep.

• Barb from United States (9/10)

  Close to everything. Ocean across the street. Staff friendly AC worked great. Snacks were nice. Not fancy

• Jon from Australia (8/10)

  The place was what i required. Comfortable space with kitchen amenities. Close to the beach and parking space for my car. Also the staff at the front desk was very friendly and helpful.

• Mary from Canada (8/10)

  Location, price and top-notch staff!

• Needles from United States (9/10)

  Room, location and staff were perfect for us. 40 feet from nice beach.. Did a load of laundry while there and ate where the staff recommended and were pleased. If it had a free breakfast, we probably would have moved in permanently!

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