Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We recently stayed at Hale Kai #211 for a week during our family vacation in Maui. The location and ocean view from the balcony were definitely the highlights of our stay. Watching the sunsets and listening to the waves made for a beautiful setting.However, there were a few things future guests should know before booking. When we arrived, the unit was extremely hot (around 95°F) and very humid. The listing photos clearly show air conditioning units upstairs and downstairs, but the listing did not explain that the AC was not operational. During our entire seven-day stay, the AC never worked. Once the afternoon trade winds picked up, the downstairs became comfortable, but the upstairs remained very hot, making it difficult for our kids to sleep. We had to come up with our own way to keep the upstairs cool enough for them.The kitchen was also missing several basic items that we would expect in a vacation rental, including spatulas and food storage containers. It felt only partially equipped for guests planning to cook meals.Overall, the condo has a fantastic ocean view and a great location, but I would encourage anyone considering this unit—especially families with guests sleeping upstairs—to confirm the air conditioning situation before booking. If working AC is important to you, particularly during the warmer months, this is something you'll want to verify in advance.