Pros
- Roomy condos have kitchens, sofa beds, and private balconies
- 15 acres of gardens with fountains and lovely grounds
- Right on Kamaole Beach Park III, one of the finest swimming beaches in Maui
- Pool, jet spas, tennis courts, and outdoor barbecue grills on-site
- Many condos include beach towels, chairs, and umbrellas
- Some condos have flat-screen TVs, washer/dryer units, pots and pans, dining utensils, and lovely decor
- Restaurants, shops, a grocery store, and many attractions within walking distance
- Business center available
- Free assigned parking
Cons
- Condo units vary widely; some show more wear than others
- Strips of nearly identical condos can feel a bit like a maze
- Not ADA accessible
- Fitness center is outdated
- Two-night minimum stay requirement
- A cleaning fee applies to all reservations
- No on-site dining options
- Some units do not include AC in the bedrooms
- Free Wi-Fi not included in all units
Bottom Line
These south Kihei condos are set amid tropical gardens across from Kamaole III, a wildly scenic Maui beach park that's a great place to swim. The one- to three-bedroom condos, complete with full kitchens, are privately-owned, and while some are modern, others show wear. Nice on-site amenities include tennis courts, a swimming pool and a kids' pool, jet spas, and a weekly Mai Tai party. Travelers looking for a more intimate experience in prettier, less generic condos at comparable rates may want to check out the nearby Nona Lani Cottages.
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Amenities
- Fitness Center
- Internet
- Jacuzzi
- Pool
Scene
Clean and spacious, if average-looking, condos on beautiful, manicured gardens
Kamaole Sands is part of a seemingly endless strip of Kihei condos, set apart by the property's pretty, lush grounds and well-maintained units. Ten four-story buildings contain a total of 174 units, and wrap around 15 acres of blossoming gardens, grassy slopes, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and barbecue grills. The landscaped grounds are lovely: tropical flowers, majestic palm trees, and green grass line the walkways of the property. The nearly identical units and sprawling space can get confusing though.
A bright, airy space, the lobby is standard but pleasant. There are fresh flowers, as well as a wooden reception desk, floral couches, and palm leaf ceiling fans. The Kamaole Sands is a hot spot for vacationing families and groups, but the ample space keeps the place from getting too rowdy, loud, or overwhelming.
Location
The Castle Kamaole Sands is right on the beach, with plenty to explore within walking distance.
These Kihei beachfront suites sit just across the street from Kamaole Beach Park III, a truly spectacular beach. The condos are a short walk to gorgeous beaches and activities, like water sports and scuba diving, restaurants, shops, and bars. A large grocery store, where guests can pick up supplies to prepare in their kitchens or on the outdoor barbecues, is a five-minute walk away. A five-minute drive will take visitors to the buzzing town of Wailea, and Lahaina, a whaling village that dates back to the 1840s, is a 10-minute ride in the other direction. Downtown Kihei is a ten-minute stroll from the hotel. The location makes beaching and exploring convenient.
Kahului Airport is also about a 30-minute drive away, as is yHo‘okipa beach, a renowned windsurfing site on the north shore of Maui.
Rooms
One- to three-bedroom condos vary widely, but all include kitchens, sofa beds, and private balconies.
Condos at the Castle Kamaole Sands range in size from one-bedroom to three-bedroom units. All the units have kitchens, sofa beds, and private balconies. They do, however, vary greatly in location (there are ten buildings) and views, which range from humdrum to spectacular. Furnishings and cleanliness are different from unit to unit as well. Some kitchens, for example, are impressively equipped with stainless steel appliances and cooking tools, including everything from rice cookers to blenders, while others have standard white appliances. Some of the owners also stock their units with towels, beach chairs, and umbrellas. Some of the units offer free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and spacious bathrooms stocked with toiletries. Other units offer AC only in living rooms, and ceiling fans in bedrooms. Some TVs are giant flat-screens, while others are older tube TVs.
Features
A swimming pool, tennis courts, and gardens
The best feature is Kamaole Beach Park III, which the resort overlooks. It’s one of the finest swimming beaches in Maui, with white sand, crystal-clear ocean, and a children’s play area and park. There are also enough free on-site amenities -- tennis courts, a spacious swimming pool, a sun deck, two jet spas, and barbecue spots -- to keep visitors entertained without leaving the grounds. There’s a free weekly Mai Tai party by the pool. The fitness center, however, is bare-bones, and some of the equipment is outdated.
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Scene
Clean and spacious, if average-looking, condos on beautiful, manicured gardens
Kamaole Sands is part of a seemingly endless strip of Kihei condos, set apart by the property's pretty, lush grounds and well-maintained units. Ten four-story buildings contain a total of 174 units, and wrap around 15 acres of blossoming gardens, grassy slopes, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and barbecue grills. The landscaped grounds are lovely: tropical flowers, majestic palm trees, and green grass line the walkways of the property. The nearly identical units and sprawling space can get confusing though.
A bright, airy space, the lobby is standard but pleasant. There are fresh flowers, as well as a wooden reception desk, floral couches, and palm leaf ceiling fans. The Kamaole Sands is a hot spot for vacationing families and groups, but the ample space keeps the place from getting too rowdy, loud, or overwhelming.
Location
The Castle Kamaole Sands is right on the beach, with plenty to explore within walking distance.
These Kihei beachfront suites sit just across the street from Kamaole Beach Park III, a truly spectacular beach. The condos are a short walk to gorgeous beaches and activities, like water sports and scuba diving, restaurants, shops, and bars. A large grocery store, where guests can pick up supplies to prepare in their kitchens or on the outdoor barbecues, is a five-minute walk away. A five-minute drive will take visitors to the buzzing town of Wailea, and Lahaina, a whaling village that dates back to the 1840s, is a 10-minute ride in the other direction. Downtown Kihei is a ten-minute stroll from the hotel. The location makes beaching and exploring convenient.
Kahului Airport is also about a 30-minute drive away, as is yHo‘okipa beach, a renowned windsurfing site on the north shore of Maui.
Rooms
One- to three-bedroom condos vary widely, but all include kitchens, sofa beds, and private balconies.
Condos at the Castle Kamaole Sands range in size from one-bedroom to three-bedroom units. All the units have kitchens, sofa beds, and private balconies. They do, however, vary greatly in location (there are ten buildings) and views, which range from humdrum to spectacular. Furnishings and cleanliness are different from unit to unit as well. Some kitchens, for example, are impressively equipped with stainless steel appliances and cooking tools, including everything from rice cookers to blenders, while others have standard white appliances. Some of the owners also stock their units with towels, beach chairs, and umbrellas. Some of the units offer free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and spacious bathrooms stocked with toiletries. Other units offer AC only in living rooms, and ceiling fans in bedrooms. Some TVs are giant flat-screens, while others are older tube TVs.
Features
A swimming pool, tennis courts, and gardens
The best feature is Kamaole Beach Park III, which the resort overlooks. It’s one of the finest swimming beaches in Maui, with white sand, crystal-clear ocean, and a children’s play area and park. There are also enough free on-site amenities -- tennis courts, a spacious swimming pool, a sun deck, two jet spas, and barbecue spots -- to keep visitors entertained without leaving the grounds. There’s a free weekly Mai Tai party by the pool. The fitness center, however, is bare-bones, and some of the equipment is outdated.
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Amenities
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Air Conditioner
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Children's Pool
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Concierge
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Fitness Center
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Full Kitchen
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Internet
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Jacuzzi
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Laundry
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Pool
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Rental Car Service Desk Onsite
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Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
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Tennis Court
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