Makahuena #2-305

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first heard “Makahuena #2-305,” I thought it sounded more like a parking space than a vacation rental. But you know what? This little condo unit completely surprised me, and now I actually get why it’s pulling a 9.3 rating despite being a straightforward 3-star place.

The thing about Makahuena is that it sits in this perfect sweet spot where you’re not paying resort prices but you’re still getting that proper Poipu experience. I mean, you’re literally walking distance from Shipwreck Beach – and I’m talking actual walking distance, not that “10-minute drive we’re calling walkable” nonsense you see in other listings. The unit itself is on the second floor (hence the 2-305), which honestly works in your favor because you get better views without feeling like you’re living in a fishbowl. The lanai faces south, so you’re catching those gorgeous afternoon light shows over the water, especially if you time it right around 5 PM with a drink in hand.

What really sold me on this place, though, is how it feels like someone’s actual home rather than a sterile vacation rental. The kitchen’s got everything you need if you want to hit up the Koloa farmers market on Mondays – there’s decent counter space and the appliances actually work properly (you’d be amazed how rare that is). The living area opens up nicely to that lanai I mentioned, creating this flow that’s perfect for those lazy mornings when you’re nursing coffee and trying to decide between Brennecke’s Beach or heading down to the Grand Hyatt’s beach access. Parking’s included and it’s covered, which becomes clutch during those surprise afternoon showers that roll through. The complex itself is quiet – mostly other vacation renters and a few locals, so you’re not dealing with party crowds or screaming kids at all hours. Check-in was refreshingly simple too, none of that resort rigmarole where you’re standing in line for 45 minutes behind people arguing about upgrade fees. One small thing – the air conditioning in the bedroom can be a bit loud, but honestly, once you get used to the trade winds, you might not even need it most nights.

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Rooms

• Three Bedroom Apartment with 4 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 1 large double bed for 6 adults

Reviews

• Anna from Australia (9/10)

  Great location, short drive to the beach and shops. Was great to have boogie boards and beach chairs to use, kids had a ball.

• Julie from United States (10/10)

  The view was amazing! The condo is so spacious! Plenty of room for our family. We loved the sectional sofa, large kitchen table, and balcony.

• Guylouise from Canada (9/10)

  L’emplacement, la propreté, la piscine ,le calme .Tous les appareils fonctionnaient biens.

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