Mana Kai Maui

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Mana Kai Maui? It’s one of those places that doesn’t try too hard to impress you with flashy lobbies or over-the-top amenities, and honestly, that’s exactly what makes it work. This is a solid 3-star spot that knows what it is – a comfortable, no-nonsense place to stay while you’re busy falling in love with Maui.

The thing about this hotel is that it feels authentically Hawaiian in a way that some of the bigger resorts just… don’t. I mean, you’re not going to find marble everything or concierges in suits, but you will find staff who actually live on the island and can tell you which food truck has the best garlic shrimp (and trust me, that information is worth its weight in gold). The rooms are clean and functional – nothing fancy, but the beds are comfortable and the air conditioning works, which is really all you need when you’re spending most of your time at the beach anyway. The 7.1 rating makes sense to me because it delivers exactly what it promises without any nasty surprises.

What I really appreciated was how quiet it gets at night, especially compared to some of the busier resort areas where you’re dealing with pool parties until midnight. You can actually hear the ocean if you’re on the right side of the building, and there’s something pretty magical about falling asleep to that sound instead of someone’s karaoke session. The parking situation is straightforward too – none of that valet-only nonsense that adds $30 to your daily bill. It’s the kind of place where you can grab your snorkel gear from your car without making it a whole production. Check-in was smooth when I was there, though I’d imagine things get a bit more hectic during peak season (you know, when everyone from the mainland decides they need to escape winter). If you’re looking for a place that gives you a genuine taste of island life without breaking the bank or overwhelming you with resort politics, Mana Kai Maui hits that sweet spot pretty well.

The concierge service in Hawaii can arrange exclusive volcano helicopter tours, secure reservations at oceanfront luau restaurants, and organize personalized snorkeling adventures with marine biologists.

Rooms

• One Bedroom Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
• Two-Bedroom House with 4 × 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults
• Two Bedroom Apartment with 4 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults
• King Apartment with Sofa Bed with extra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults

Reviews

• Marianne from United States (8/10)

  i loved everything, did a lot of sightseeing.

• Cathy from United States (7/10)

  Location was very convenient to activities we arranged. The convenient store was super helpful. Clean.

• Miguel from United States (6/10)

  Location on the beach and welcome ammenities

• Kentuckygirl from United States (8/10)

  loved the property and location for the price; would have been nice for the shop and restaurant to be closed at different times and staggered so one would
  be open to use while the other was down for construction.

• Bacon from United States (8/10)

  This is my favorite property to visit. I love that the beach is so close and feels relatively private. The outdoor shower is convenient to rinse off the sand so you can easily go to the pool. I love being able to sit on my deck and hear the ocean or leave the doors open to hear the waves while I fall asleep. The property is clean and well maintained. The location is easy to access from the airport. It’s close to many places to eat. The kitchen had everything we needed for cooking and we loved grilling outside and impeccably maintained grills. Our bed was comfortable and our room had ac when it got too warm. The staff at the Mana Kai was very friendly. Wifi was strong so I could work some in the morning from my deck. I loved being able to get up and take a long walk on the beach before I started the rest of my day. Sunsets were the highlight of the day.

• Nancy from United States (8/10)

  right on the beach with a small reef right there to snorkel to.

• Stuart from Canada (1/10)

  Nothing at all

• Lund from United States (8/10)

  None

• William from United States (5/10)

  Location was great. Plenty of parking and access to beach was nearby. 808 Store well stocked with lots of variety for supplies with coffee, snacks, deli items for lunches and light dinners. Staff friendly and helpful.

• Paolo from Italy (2/10)

  The beach and the pool

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