Rating 4.1 (19)

Makani A Kai Resort A-3


Bedroom 2 bedrooms
Bathroom 2 baths
Guests 6 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed

  • View: Ocean Front

Location Location

Description Description
Ground floor Makani A Kai unit A-3 offers a charming beachfront experience, perfect for your Maui vacation. Imagine stepping off your lanai and onto the white sands of a beautiful beach. A corner unit, A-3 boasts extra-large windows, offering stunning and expansive views of the ocean.

Watch boats coming in and out of the harbor, surfers riding the waves, paddlers, and even whales in the winter. It truly is magnificent! Inside the unit, the master bedroom features a king-sized bed and an upgraded bathroom with a walk-in shower. The second bedroom has twin beds, and the living area even has a sleeper sofa, so it can comfortably sleep up to six people. Cooking is made easy in the clean and well-equipped kitchen, and a BBQ station is perfect for grilling steak from cattle born and grazed on the slopes of Haleakala, all while enjoying the amazing oceanfront ambiance. Lounge chairs are lined up at the edge of the lawn facing the ocean, perfect for some lazy downtime with a good book or for taking a nap. And with AC in the living room, a TV with complimentary cable and internet, and free WIFI, you're sure to have everything you need to stay comfortable and connected during your stay. Laundry facilities are on-site, and complimentary parking is provided for one vehicle per unit.

The eastern side of the property abuts Haycraft County Beach Park, a popular spot with local families and surfers. The calm and quiet 2.5-mile stretch of sand known as Sugar Beach begins here, with no buildings until you reach N. Kihei, just uninterrupted ocean views. A 10-minute walk lands you at the village of Ma'alaea, which offers great shopping, restaurants, and the Maui Ocean Center. The harbor is also located here, where you can take boats for a variety of ocean adventures. The central location of this resort is excellent, with easy commute times of just 15 – 40 minutes to attractions on the west, south, and north sides of the island.

Photos updated November 2025

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Amenities 7 Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Beach
  • Community Pool
  • Golf
  • Grill
  • Internet Access
  • Kitchen

Reviews Rating 4.1 (19) Reviews
Rating 4
Makani a Kai A3
Hi. Our unit (A3) was just OK this time. This was our 5th Korean 6th time renting it. Nice new fridge this year and a new dining area ceiling fan installed while we were there...very nice. One negative was spots on the carpet, which we cleaned. There is also a spot on the deck carpet and the rubber edge on the deck I’d delaminating now. Other kind of ongoing issues the last 2 times we’ve rented this unit are the deck chairs are a bit shabby, and the silverware and kitchen utensils are a jumbled collection. We have purchased silverware and other kitchen items in the past to augment what is there, but the unit still needs a new can opener. We still had a great time though. Thanks for reading this. Aloha! ~Dave Ramsay
Anonymous from Auburn - Posted: 4/16/2024
Rating 5
Lynn/Jeff Davison’s stay in Makani a Akai A3
We had a great time in Makani a Kai A3. We have stayed there in different units many times since the late eighties! A3 is now beginning to look a little tired. Rosemary and the management team are superb, they were of assistance a couple of times. Owing to a misunderstanding, the door combination was changed while we were out for supper on our second-to-last night, and we had also problems with the lock box. We look forward to our next visit.
Anonymous from Victoria - Posted: 3/28/2024
Rating 5
Perfect place to stay on Maui
We have stayed at this condo before and love the location. Condo was clean and comfortable.
Anonymous from Eugene - Posted: 3/6/2024
Rating 1
Mice!!!
Great location, great view And nice view, We dealt with a Mice infestation from start to finish!
Anonymous from Keaau - Posted: 6/29/2023
Rating 5
Great location!
Was a good fit for our combined, 2 families, 4 adults and 2 teens. Loved the ground floor lanai. Beautiful serene setting!
Anonymous from Portland - Posted: 4/15/2023
Rating 5
Paradise on Maalaea Bay
This is the second time we've stayed at Makani a Kai and the first time in this unit. The location is perfect! We had our morning coffee on the small lanai while listening to the waves and watching whales breach in the bay. The bedrooms and closets are good-sized and the beds, sheets and towels are comfortable. Well-stocked kitchen and good wifi. We have already made our reservations to come back next year.
Anonymous from Eugene - Posted: 3/11/2023
Rating 5
Great little place on the beach
Nice little spot on the beach. Unit was well stocked. We had a great time!
Anonymous from Laramie - Posted: 3/4/2023
Rating 5
Location, Location
We have stayed here more times then one, and love it. It is a bit outdated, but clean. The location of the condo itself is what is the best. Beach and ocean right out your slider. It is the best.
Anonymous from Cashmere - Posted: 12/26/2022
Rating 4
Bien
La casa está bien .. está cómoda frente a la playa .. la comunicación es mala con el rentero no esperes que te respondan rápido, hablo del al menos medio día y no te envían nada de información hasta que la pidas ... la lavandería está fuera del condominio pero de fácil acceso .. está lejos así que necesitas carro si ocupas alimento hay un local caminando pero vende muy pocas cosas .. y a un alto costo entonces sale mejor ir en auto a otro lugar a comprar ..
Anonymous from san luis - Posted: 8/10/2022
Rating 5
Makani a Kai, A3”
Hi. We had a great stay as usual in unit A3.
Anonymous from Auburn - Posted: 7/7/2022
Rating 5
Fantastic Location!
Very comfortable condo, great location, well-maintained, easy access to beach.
Anonymous from Irvine - Posted: 6/13/2022
Rating 3
My second home
I have been staying in A3 for years. It seems like my second home. Little has changed in that unit since I began staying there from the crazy light switches to the bedspreads to the green carpet and the glass coffee table where we continue to bump our legs. While these things seem like criticisms we embrace the quirkiness and will return for another wonderful stay in A3.
Anonymous from PORTLAND - Posted: 5/2/2022
Rating 2
Beautiful location needs updating!
My family has been vacationing in this exact spot ( before condos) since 1959. So we have known the previous owners and management of most these units for a long time. I also want to say Rosemary and her staff were more then professional and helpful. You are lucky to have them. The unit needs updating!! Central air, a new couch, get rid of the ugly mirrors and carpet. The Lanai carpet was a disgrace.If you want to charge big $’s then take a little pride and make the unit attractive and comfortable.
Anonymous from Clinton - Posted: 7/17/2021
Rating 4
Great location
I love staying in Maalaea. It is the perfect location for me, quiet, few people, great beach. The unit A3 is right in front of the beach. I have stayed in this unit many times over the years and while I love it I have noticed that it needs some updating and sprucing up. The carpet on the patio was torn , there was a hole in the screen, the kitchen lacked enough mugs, pans,a cheese grater etc. My family and I dreamed about owning the unit and how we could make it better. It definitely has good bones. All in all it is still my favorite vacation spot.
Anonymous from PORTLAND - Posted: 5/25/2021
Rating 4
Makani A Kai A3
Great location. Slider lock ,Window locks,screens need repair or replacement. An upgrade to the security system would be good. My car was stolen from the parking lot and the license plate of the theives car could not be read.
Anonymous - Posted: 4/17/2021
Rating 4
Relaxing Getaway
After spending time on a busy beach or near a bustling resort area, we were always grateful to return to our peaceful oasis at the condo. It's a beautiful setting that refreshed our souls. The king bed was very comfortable and there were plenty of fluffy bath towels, as well as sufficient beach towels. Minor improvements could be made: fix the bathroom fan, have at least one non-stick pan in the kitchen, provide more glasses, and add another towel rack (maybe an over the door one?) to the master bathroom. The couch will need to replaced soon--or at least have more pillow. We loved the beautiful grounds and the condo seemed very clean.
Anonymous from Gresham - Posted: 3/31/2021
Rating 3
Maui 21
Great location & views, with just steps to the beach. The unit is very dated, but bathrooms have been recently upgraded. Couch is uncomfortable, green carpet & lots of mirrors. Kitchen is minimally equipped, needs more silverware. Gas grills either didn't light or barely came on. I told the onsite manager about them, and she just brushed me off. Property management company was very slow in responding to voice mails, when I needed to extend my stay. However, they did respond to emails faster.
Anonymous from thornton - Posted: 3/16/2021
Rating 5
Vacation
This is absolutely a hidden gem! We loved our stay and will definitely be coming back
Anonymous from Port Orchard - Posted: 3/4/2021
Rating 5
Maui Family Trip
We had a wonderful time at Makani A Kai! Easy in and out and the condo was perfect for our stay!
Anonymous from Ventura - Posted: 2/19/2021
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