Hotel Description
You know what struck me first about Papakea Resort G406? It’s one of those places where you can actually hear the ocean from your lanai – not just the distant hum of waves, but that proper whooshing sound that makes you want to grab your coffee and just sit there for way longer than you planned. I mean, we’re talking about a solid 4-star spot here, and honestly, it delivers on that promise without trying too hard.
The thing about this particular unit (G406, if you’re keeping track) is that it sits in this sweet spot where you get the resort amenities but it still feels like you have your own little slice of Maui. The kitchen’s actually functional – I’m talking full-size appliances, not those tiny hotel fridges that barely fit a six-pack. We ended up cooking breakfast most mornings because, well, resort dining adds up fast, and there’s something pretty satisfying about making your own macadamia nut pancakes while looking out at the Pacific. The grocery run to Foodland is maybe ten minutes if you hit traffic, which around here means getting stuck behind someone driving 25 mph because they’re gawking at the scenery (can’t blame them, really).
What I really appreciated was how the place handles the tourist-versus-local balance. Papakea’s popular enough that you’ll have neighbors, but it’s not one of those massive complexes where you’re fighting for pool chairs at dawn. The oceanfront pool gets busy around 2 PM when families roll in, but mornings are pretty peaceful – perfect for those of us who like to ease into vacation mode. Parking’s straightforward too, which sounds boring but trust me, after dealing with some of the nightmare parking situations at other Maui resorts, you’ll appreciate just being able to pull up and unload without a master’s degree in spatial reasoning. The unit itself has that lived-in comfort that vacation rentals either nail or completely miss – this one nails it. Air conditioning works great (essential for those humid August nights), and the shower pressure is actually decent, which honestly surprised me. Small details, but they matter when you’re trying to rinse off salt and sunscreen for the third time in a day. Check-in was smooth, though I’d recommend confirming your arrival time since the office keeps regular hours and showing up at 9 PM might leave you making phone calls. The 8.0 rating this place carries feels about right – it’s not going to blow your mind with luxury touches, but everything works well and the location delivers what you came to Maui for: easy beach access, killer sunsets, and that vacation rental vibe where you can spread out and actually relax instead of feeling like you’re camping in a hotel room.
Rooms
- Penthouse Apartment with 4 × 1 extra-large double bed, 2 × 2 single beds, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 10 adults
SURROUNDINGS
What’s nearby:
- Pohaku Park: 7 km
- Wahiku Park: 5 km
- Hui O Pohaku Park: 2.4 km
- James Campbell Park: 9 km
- Honokawai Beach Park: 2.9 km
- Honokowai Beach Park: 750 m
- Kekaa Open Space Park: 1.3 km
- Kelawea Mauka III Park: 9 km
- Kelawea Mauka Makai Park: 9 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Bad Ass Coffee Company: 750 m
- Restaurant L&L Hawaiian Barbecue: 300 m
- Restaurant Beach Club Restaurant & Bar: 400 m
Natural beauty:
- Peak Puu Kolii (303m): 5 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Kaanapali Beach: 3.6 km
- Ka’opala Beach: 4.2 km
- Pohaku Park Beach: 2.3 km
- Alii Kahekili Beach: 1.2 km
- Honokowai Beach Park: 650 m
Public transport:
- Train Sugarcane Train: 8 km
- Train Lahaina Kaanapali and Pacific Railroad: 8 km
Closest airports:
- Lanai Airport: 31 km*
- Kahului Airport: 45 km
- Kapalua Airport: 2.7 km
Facilities
Shops:
- Minimarket on site
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Kitchen:
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional bathroom
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Balcony
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Activities:
- Aerobics
- Beach
- Tennis equipment
- Mini golf
- Snorkelling
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Tennis court
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Food & Drink:
- Tea/Coffee maker
Miscellaneous:
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- Inner courtyard view
- Pool view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Tile/marble floor
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
- Hot tub
Languages spoken:
- English
Safety & security:
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
Services & Extras:
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
Media & Technology:
- Blu-ray player
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- DVD player
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Business centre
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Free WiFi
- View
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- BBQ facilities
- Family rooms
- Hot tub
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Entertainment and family services:
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
2 swimming pools Pool 1 – outdoor Free! Pool 2 – outdoor Free!:
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Salt-water pool
- Shallow end
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Fence around pool
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Salt-water pool
- Shallow end
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Fence around pool
Parking Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.:
- Accessible parking
Rules
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 16:00 to 23:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- From 06:00 to 10:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 24
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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