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My new husband and I stayed at the Four Seasons on Maui for three nights at the beginning of our...
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My new husband and I stayed at the Four Seasons on Maui for three nights at the beginning of our honeymoon, earlier this month. We decided it was going to be our splurge and it was well worth it! From the minute we drove onto the property, we were impressed. The grounds were beyond lush, impressive given the hotel is in a desert area. From the valets to the front desk staff to the bellman who accompanied us to our suite (a free upgrade!!!) and briefed us on the hotel layout, everything was outstanding. The pool area is stunning. Just as you feel a bit hot from the scorching sun, a pool attendant comes around to spritz you with Evian, offer a cold towel or a glass of water. We tried all three restaurants in the hotel, as well, and received outstanding service and food. The only glitch during our stay was the daytime construction going on at the Italian restaurant, which provided a slight distraction as we sat by the pool.
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This resort probably is best known for its pools and water attractions. Because of that expect to...
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This resort probably is best known for its pools and water attractions. Because of that expect to see a lot of families here; and because of that expect the pool area to be crowded and noisey. The rooms are nice, but nothing to write home about. The maintenance of the hotel and the property is not as good as it should be.
Most guests say the same thing: don't plan to eat here. The food is not that good, and it is EXPENSIVE.
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Diamond Hawaii Resort, located in the Wailea area of Kihei, is an all suite property with a...
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Diamond Hawaii Resort, located in the Wailea area of Kihei, is an all suite property with a Japanese motif.
The goal is to give you a tranquil, peaceful experience; and they do a great job at this. The units have killer views, especially of sunset. They also have a traditional Japanese spa. Their two restaurants, specializing in Japanese cuisine, also have five star reputations.
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Maui Coast Hotel
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Resorts
2259 S Kihei Rd
Kihei,
Hawaii 96753
(808) 874-6284
We stayed at Maui Coast for a weekend trip for business. The service was great, check in was not...
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We stayed at Maui Coast for a weekend trip for business. The service was great, check in was not until the afternoon, but the room was available and we were able to check in before 10am. The room was just okay, nothing special. The AWESOME thing about this hotel is the pool at night. There is nothing like floating in a warm pool at dark, watching the stars, listening to a live band and drinking a glass of wine. They have a bar right at the pool, it is a small cozy atmosphere. The only downside is that the pool and bar close early, by 10pm on weekdays and I think 11pm on weekends. But seriously, I would go back just to have a couple more hours in this pool. It was so relaxing!!!
Oh one other plus is free internet use in the hotel lobby!
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This conveniently located property in Kihei is oceanfront but not beachfront. But nice beaches...
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This conveniently located property in Kihei is oceanfront but not beachfront. But nice beaches for swimming, snorkeling and strolling truly are just minutes away from this nicely landscaped property. These nicely furnished two and three bedroom units go for $175 to $225 a night, depending on the season, and include maid service.
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Conveniently located at the edge of Kihei, this attractive property is oceanfront and does have a...
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Conveniently located at the edge of Kihei, this attractive property is oceanfront and does have a beautiful white sand beach with good swimming. It also has two swimming pools, a bbq area, and tennis courts. These are spacious and nicely furnished two and three bedroom units that go for $250 to $400 a night and include maid service.
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The Kihei Sands are a great place to stay but the beach isn't the best for swimming and it's a...
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The Kihei Sands are a great place to stay but the beach isn't the best for swimming and it's a little to windy for us.
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Sugar Beach Resort
Category:
Condominiums
145 N Kihei Rd
Kihei,
Hawaii 96753
(808) 879-7765
During our honeymoon in Maui, my husband and I stayed in a one-bedroom condo at the Sugar Beach...
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During our honeymoon in Maui, my husband and I stayed in a one-bedroom condo at the Sugar Beach Resort. This particular condo was a timeshare that my father's wife's family owned, and therefore, he was able to reserve the room for us for the entire week at a reduced rate. I cannot, therefore, really comment upon the pricing, as it was a gift.
The room card, however, did indicate the rooms rented for $150-200/week. Given the fact that a regular hotel room, sans kitchenette, would probably be an arm and a leg, I would tend to think this is a good deal.
We had a room on the first floor. Each entry is located on the exterior of the building, in a two-entry alcove. The central area between the two buildings housed a nice pool, probably 1/3 of Olympic size. A small kiddie pool and a nice outdoor jacuzzi were available. Tennis courts are on the property too, however, I don't think we ever did successfully locate them. The buildings, along with other condos, all are just steps from a private beach that stretches a goodly way along the coast. It is not a huge beach, but is wide enough to lay out, or to run and swim in the ocean.
Most importantly, the pool, jacuzzi, sauna, beaches and grounds were all clean and well-maintained. While we were there, we did see grounds crews almost every other day; trimming the lush vegetation or otherwise cleaning the walkways.
The rooms? Well, the one-bedroom model we had was great. The king-sized bed was comfortable and clean, and the bamboo furniture was tasteful. Two large closets provided ample storage, and an in-room safe provides extra security for your more sensitive items (a sign, "There are thieves in paradise", helps reinforce the reality of crime in paradise).
The bathroom was functional. I mean, it's not a life or death decision when making a hotel room decision, but I did find that the shower did not have a slope to the floor at all, so water just stayed on the tile. Sand also kind of stuck, since there was no gradient to encourage it to wash down the drain. The dryer vented through the bathroom fan, so if you happened to shower while doing laundry, you would end up smelling like laundry exhaust.
The kitchen was great, and since the condos are a timeshare, it was stocked with most of the essentials for cooking. Plates, utensils, pots and pans, heck, even a collander, were all available. Some basic spices, too. A fridge, dishwasher, and full-size oven also were part of the kitchen package. Food was not included, however, we did take advantage of the local grocery store to stock up and not eat out everynight.
The living room was great, and included a plasma TV. Cable is part of the package, and a cable modem hookup is available for internet service... as long as you provide a credit card.
Room service is available, similar to a hotel, only it is not automatic. The maid will knock on your door and ask if you want it for that or the next day. It just includes making the bed, stocking the basics of paper necessities, and leaving behind laundry soap. Towels, if dirty, will be thrown in the washer and started for laundry (you have to finish it).
Oh yea, there is a washer/dryer combo for you to use. The condo association will provide the first box of a specific brand of laundry detergent, and you can buy additional at the on-site convenience store.
Aside from the ant problems, as well as midge flies, we had a great stay. The rooms had AC, and a short walk out the patio took you to the beach or the pool. The units were clean and very comfortable.
If you want to have a small apartment while you are away, this is the way to go. If you want all of the amenities of a hotel, it would be better to actually go to one. The condo rental is designed more for the more independent traveller. You must bring your own shampoo, etc. They help you by tidying up and the like, but else they leave you alone.
If you have kids, it may be a wise choice simply because there is a washing machine. Lord knows it was wonderful being able to do laundry while we were there; we were able to pack a lot less to take.
Overall, I recommend this place to stay while in Maui. With on-site general services and tour agents, you have pretty much everything you need. The condo units are quiet, and beautiful in paradise. It is worth the money.
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Wailea Elua
Category:
Condominiums
3600 Wailea Alanui Dr Ofc
Kihei,
Hawaii 96753
(808) 879-4055
This gated community in the Wailea area of Kihei is beachfront and is priced accordingly. One,...
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This gated community in the Wailea area of Kihei is beachfront and is priced accordingly. One, two, and three bedroom condominium units are spacious and tastefully furnished and comfortable. There are actually two swimming pools, a barbeque area, and the grounds are beautifully landscaed. A one bedroom unit can rent for $225 to $425 a night, depending on the season.
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If you've got kids that will enjoy an ultra fun swimming pool, then you need to visit the Grand...
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If you've got kids that will enjoy an ultra fun swimming pool, then you need to visit the Grand Wailea Resort Hotel & Spa in Wailea on Maui. The swimming pool is one of the most spectacular ones that we've been to. Not only does it have two water slides and a river connecting the different pools, but it also has a "water elevator" and a "rapids" that you sit in and slide down. Don't worry, the bottom of the "rapids" is cushioned, so you won't get hurt. When we go there, my kids much rather spend the entire day in the pool, rather than visit and tour the island of Maui. Ask for Kamaaina rates during slow tourist seasons.
The hotel is also a very grand hotel, complete with granite bathroom counters, and separate showers and tubs.
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