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Absolutely Oceanfront - Penthouse - Top Floor Corner

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Top Floor Corner Unit. Views from every room.
Closest building to the water on Maui. Hear the waves breaking below.
Guests say the whales are better seen from the balcony than from excursions.
Side window views not from a walled interior box.
Updated kitchen with Asian mahogany cabinets and Kitchen Island.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Absolutely Oceanfront - Penthouse - Top Floor Corner


Direct high-floor oceanfront views - Not from the side of a building overlooking another balcony

-The closest building to the water on Maui, it's like being on a boat, you're practically
in the water.

-Located on a point of land with waves coming from the left and the right

- You are not enclosed by solid side walls. This top-floor corner has an additional side
window plus view windows in the bedroom and bathroom

- Molokai & Lanai islands are directly in front. Enjoy the magical sunsets between the
islands

- Whales breach directly in front during the season. Renters say whale viewing from the
deck is better than boat tours.

-- Sometimes turtles and Hawaiian Monk Seals can be seen in the water or laying on the
the beach below

- Modern Full Kitchen and upgraded bathroom

- Upgraded & nicely furnished with Bali tropical & Leather furnishings

-Central air plus Ceiling fans in the living room, bedroom, and kitchen

- New Premium Memory Foam King Mattress

- No Bed Bugs here/Bed Bug Protective Mattress and pillow covers

Please visit our other Maui Kai Oceanfront Corner on VRBO listings: #176146

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 176145
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Kaanapali

Located in Kaanapali, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Whalers Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Kaanapali Beach and Napili Bay. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Kaanapali, HI

What's nearby

  • Keka'a Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kahekili Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Honokowai Beach Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kaanapali Beach - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Whalers Village - 9 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Kapalua, HI (JHM-West Maui) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Honoapiilani Food Truck Park - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Duke's Beach House Maui - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pūlehu - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Paradiso - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Fish Market Maui - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Absolutely Oceanfront - Penthouse - Top Floor Corner have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Absolutely Oceanfront - Penthouse - Top Floor Corner pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Absolutely Oceanfront - Penthouse - Top Floor Corner ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Absolutely Oceanfront - Penthouse - Top Floor Corner ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolutely Oceanfront - Penthouse - Top Floor Corner ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Absolutely Oceanfront - Penthouse - Top Floor Corner located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kaanapali condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Keka'a Beach, Kaanapali Beach and Whalers Village. Honokowai Beach Park and Kahana Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 133 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was excellent! Property is exactly as beautiful as the listing photos!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was better than as described and nice and peaceful and all in good working order.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy, instant access to the beach. Conveniently located for dining and groceries. Peaceful vibe without a lot of crowds.
The view looking north from our balcony.
The view of the ocean from our balcony.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocean view. Absolutely gorgeous! Saw turtles and whales from the balcony. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RAYMOND F

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome views and great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I typically stay at the Maui Kai every January. This was the best unit I've been in yet. The top floor provides a much better view down into the water than lower floors, so you can see the turtles & stingrays swinging just off the beach. Even saw an endangered monk seal for the first time this year. The corner location also provides a nice view up the beach to the north.Two other things that stood out: A decent Celestron telescope was very nice for looking at whales in the distance, and a fancy bidet with a control panel next to the seat that would make captain Picard jealous.When I book my trip for next year I will definitely check to see if this unit is available again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Place

The condo was in excellent condition and the view from the living room and patio are spectacular!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to view whales and turtles!

We enjoyed our time at this property and loved being on Maui!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Nice view!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jogle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maui Getaway

We booked a last minute vacation to Maui. Our stay at the Maui Kai was awesome. The views from our Lanai were impeccable, we could see whales breaching the water and seals on the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bret V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous view!

The view from this property is unbeatable!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonders of maui

It is a great location with beutifull views, very clean and a wonderful staff. Very easy in and out access.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

josh m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mcneeley Family

Perfect location, it is literally on the beach.Very clean
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2025
It was a pleasure to host you. Mahalo for being such great guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful beachfront condo!

The condo was a perfect base for our week in Maui. We were able to watch the sunrise each morning from the lenai and often spotted sea turtles swimming by the shore. This small condo is perfect for couples and even has a small beach next door.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Engagement

This place was amazing. Fantastic views and perfect location!!!! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Wendy was a wonderful guest and we look forward to hosting her anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Earl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for whale watching

The property was exactly as it was described. We loved sitting on the balcony and watching whales in the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location and view!

After missing one sunset and watching it from Whaler’s Village we made sure we were at the condo for every other night. What a spectacular place to watch the sun go down!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trisha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view - whale watching

Great stay at this condo, enjoyed the peaceful feel of this calm establishment! Everything was perfect for our Mother Daughter annual vacation! Had a couple things come up and Tom and his wife were very responsive, hope to go back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scot M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best view on the island

Incredible view & location… watched turtles passing by in the water all hours of the day & the sunset between islands each evening. Excellent amnenities. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Condo with great views

Great location and great views! We saw lots of whales from the lanai during our stay. The unit is nice and updated well. The building itself is older.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
During whale season (November thru March), seeing these magnificent creatures breaching right in front of the lanai of the condo is a daily treat from sun-up to sun-down. No need to book an expensive whale-watching tour. It doesn't get much better than dining on your own lanai while watching whales being whales--heaven!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary trip

The location was exactly as advertised. Very clean, modern, and right over the ocean. No complaints. Would recommend to friends and family. Comes with beach gear so no need to purchase coolers or chairs. Very nice!! Will stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We had a great stay over Christmas week. The views are incredible, and we were able to sit on the lanai and whale watch for hours each day. We had a few issues at check in after a long travel day, but Tom answered our call (on Christmas Day) and took care of it quickly. There was plenty of parking, several restaurants within walking distance and the quiet pool was a great place to unwind after mornings full of activities out on the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We were very pleased with our condo. Watching the whales from our lanai, the wonderful setting was everything we could wish for. Will definitely consider coming back and would recommend this to anyone looking to have a getaway. Thanks for offering such a great experience. A.G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2024
We're very pleased to know that your short stay included a very special whale-watching experience! Mahalo for staying in our rental and we hope you'll visit again.
Verified

6/10 Okay

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Penthouse

Penthouse was very nice. Pool area small with no view but clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Oceanfront - closest building to the water on Maui- Fabulous views from multiple windows. The pool is in the back of the building allowing full ocean views from the front. There are other buildings with larger pools and in the front of the buildings, but none with these ocean views from within the unit where most of the time is spent.
Verified

8/10 Good

ALAN S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maui 1008

Excellent room in a average building
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
The building was constructed in the 1970's directly on the ocean before the current football field away requirements for new buildings. All the apartments look directly out instead of from the side of a building or over another unit. It was set on the best location on Kaanapali Beach, it's practically in the ocean and has the best views of Molokai and Lanai islands. It is on a point of land. The shoreline recedes away on both sides. People tell us watching whales from the balcony is better than their excursions and it's almost like being on a boat. If you like the sound of waves directly below and a layed back experience, you will find no better. If you are looking for a hotel with restaurants and amenities and lots of people, this is probably not your best choice.

About the host

Hosted by TODD COFFEY

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We have owned units in the building since the 1970's. The building is practically in the water. The apartment looks directly out at the islands of Molokai and Lanai.

Why they chose this property

This is the closest building to the ocean in all of Hawaii. It is practically in the water and has the best views of Molokai and Lanai. It boasts the best Whale watching on Maui.

What makes this property unique

Top Floor Corner - Best Views on Maui -At The Ocean's Edge - Almost like being on Boat - Great for Whale Watching From The attached deck - The additional side window in this corner unit provides additional views. This corner units also provides additional views from the bathroom and bedroom.

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