On Kaanapali Beach, Konea 551 offers an oceanfront retreat with a built-in Viking BBQ grill on the expansive 600 sq ft wrap-around balcony. Enjoy gourmet meals in the chef's kitchen or dine at Duke’s Beach House Restaurant and relax by one of four separate swimming pools, a waterslide, waterfalls, fountains and five hot tubs.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire condo
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6212 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Maui Resort Rentals: Honua Kai Konea 551 – 5th Floor Ocean Front Crown Jewel 3BR w/ B.B.Q on Balcony
From the moment you walk through the door of Konea 551, you will realize that you are entering one of Kaanapali Beach's crown jewels. This masterpiece boasts a stunning 5th-floor location on the interior oceanfront corner above the palm canopy in the closest wing to the ocean in Honua Kai's desirable Konea Tower.
As you take in the views of the blue Pacific, Ka'anapali's iconic Black Rock, and Maui's neighboring islands of Lanai and Molokai from your private oasis of comfort and luxury, you will know that you have found paradise. This oceanfront residence affords sweeping oceanfront views, abundant living space, opulent finishings, and a built-in Viking BBQ grill on the expansive 600 sq ft wraparound lanai.
Konea 551's interior blends the resplendent charm of old Hawaii with the sophistication of modern master craftsmanship and design. This residence accommodates up to six guests in three sumptuous king-size beds. For added flexibility, one of the king-size beds can be split into two XL twin-size beds at no charge.
The spacious open floor plan provides the perfect tropical retreat for families and friends to gather and reconnect. Your party will have plenty of room to spread out in the 2280 sq ft of interior living space. Konea 551 is within a stone's throw of the sand and but a short stroll from Honua Kai's many pools and amenities. Bathe in the warm Maui sun from the privacy of your own lanai because the spacious outdoor living area offers plenty of unobstructed tropical sunshine.
Each bedroom has an accompanying luxury bath for each party's privacy. The bathrooms are lavishly adorned with granite counters and glass/marble walk-in showers. Each primary bath offers a separate soaking tub, and the first primary bath offers something only found in the most elite Honua Kai residences - an elegant free-standing vessel-style soaking tub.
We encourage you to express your culinary creativity in the gourmet chef's kitchen. The space is fully equipped with stainless steel Viking appliances, including dual ovens and a built-in wine fridge. There is plenty of space on the ample granite countertops, and we have provided all the cookware and utensils for you to prepare the perfect meal or refreshment... just bring the ingredients.
Enjoy your meals on the spacious oceanview lanai or dine indoors in the climate-controlled air-conditioning. In addition, our commercial-grade Vitamix blender is well-suited to preparing creative libations and smoothies with fresh local produce.
Take pleasure in spending your days at the resort’s three-acre aquatic playground. With four separate swimming pools, a waterslide, waterfalls, fountains, and four hot tubs, there will be no shortage of options for you and your loved ones to enjoy.
When it is time for a bite to eat, Honua Kai is home to the popular Duke’s Beach House, which serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails. Duke’s specializes in serving up Hawaiian-inspired cuisine using locally sourced ingredients and freshly caught seafood. Should you wish to enjoy a refreshment by the water, poolside service is available. For coffee, sandwiches, and other grab-and-go items, including beach gear and souvenirs, visit the Whalers General Store conveniently located in the Konea Tower lobby.
A state-of-the-art fitness center is located in the Konea Tower, perfect for guests looking to maintain their workout routine during their stay.
Should you feel like pampering yourself with a refreshing massage or treatment, head to the Mana Ola Spa. This sanctuary within the resort weaves Hawaiian-inspired themes and ingredients into its wide array of signature treatments. Revitalize your senses with a Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Massage, Pohaku Massage, or Purifying Ocean Mineral Facial.
If you wish to avoid excessive baggage fees from the airlines, consider packing lighter and utilizing the washer and dryer in the residence. Free upgraded 300 Mbps high-speed Wi-Fi is available and included with your stay. Complimentary booster seats, high chairs, and futons are also available upon request (based on availability).
Honua Kai occupies 38 pristine beachfront acres on the shores of Kaʻanapali’s North Beach, so you’ll literally be just steps away from the tranquility of Maui’s shoreline. Stroll out to the beach to touch your toes in the soft sand or take a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean. An “Ohana Play Package” including beach chairs, BBQ equipment, and a portable cooler is provided complimentary.
If during your stay you require assistance or advice about the surrounding area or the suite, rest assured that you’ll be swiftly taken care of with aloha by one of our friendly and knowledgeable liaisons - hand-picked from West Maui’s leading luxury hotels. Help will never be far away because our offices are ideally located directly across the street.
*Please note that Honua Kai is located in a hotel-zoned area meant for tourism and is thus safe from Maui's pending short-term rental ban affecting apartment-zoned areas.*
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the ocean
Things to do
Golf
Gym
Heated pool
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 440140060515, GE-036-639-6416-01, TA-036-639-6416-01
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Kaanapali, this condo is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Whalers Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Kaanapali Beach and Napili Bay. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Kaanapali travel guide
Is Maui Resort Rentals: Honua Kai Konea 551 – 5th Floor Ocean Front Crown Jewel 3BR w/ B.B.Q on Balcony pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Maui Resort Rentals: Honua Kai Konea 551 – 5th Floor Ocean Front Crown Jewel 3BR w/ B.B.Q on Balcony?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Maui Resort Rentals: Honua Kai Konea 551 – 5th Floor Ocean Front Crown Jewel 3BR w/ B.B.Q on Balcony?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Maui Resort Rentals: Honua Kai Konea 551 – 5th Floor Ocean Front Crown Jewel 3BR w/ B.B.Q on Balcony?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Maui Resort Rentals: Honua Kai Konea 551 – 5th Floor Ocean Front Crown Jewel 3BR w/ B.B.Q on Balcony located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kaanapali condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Kahekili Beach, Kaanapali Beach and Whalers Village. May's Beach and Skyline Eco Adventure are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Maui Resort Rentals: Honua Kai Konea 551 – 5th Floor Ocean Front Crown Jewel 3BR w/ B.B.Q on Balcony Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Our stay couldn’t have been better. The property was gorgeous, the room itself was amazing and exactly as advertised. We had rented 3 different rooms on property to accommodate our family and this was everyone’s favorite.
Would definitely look to book this room on a return trip.
Thank you for helping create a wonderful family experience!
Our stay was very nice.We have stayed at the Hanua Kai several times. The unit 501 is well situated with great views. The unit itself is a bit worn-out and needs some minor repairs. I informed the rental agency.
The Hanua Kai wasn't as busy as it has been in the past so that was nice. Dukes was greatcas always. Overall it was a nice week.
Eric B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Pamela P.
7 Jan 2024
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Maui Condo
The property has an absolutely beautiful view and the condo was very comfortable. I would suggest a new area rug and a new couch in the family room. The area rug is really dirty and the couch is worn out. Other than those two issues it was a very nice unit.
Had a wonderful time in this unit. Sitting outside viewing the ocean was wonderful and peaceful. The unit had everything needed especially beach chair's and cooler. I would rent this beautiful unit again as it's awesome for family time. However, I would not use the coffee that was left for us on the counter. Jan S.
This was a family trip of four celebrating our daughter's graduation from college.
The good:
Very clean on arrival
Huge balcony with an amazing sunset view and BBQ
Large condo with big kitchen and a great gas stovetop
Fab location in Kaanapali
Beach chairs and cooler provided
Good selection of martini and wine glasses
As we paid considerably more than a waterfront, luxury hotel for the four of us to spend 10 nights, we are expecting that level of accommodations ...
Needs work:
Extremely worn out couch in the living area NEEDS to be replaced.
The dishwasher either needs to be repaired or replaced, if we didn't essentially completely clean the dishes before putting them in, they weren't cleaned by the dishwasher.
Kitchen items need to be reviewed for a basic cooking experience - we ended up buying and leaving - food storage containers, cutting board, wire whisk and potato peeler. The cheese grater was terrible.
No hand soap provided in the kitchen - we also bought that.
Lots of wood table surfaces, only 2 coasters and no placemats.
2 of the 4 TV's were not smart TVs
Michelle B.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Mary R.
10 Mar 2024
Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Frustration!
This condo has spectacular views of the ocean, nearby islands and whale watching! Too bad during our entire week long stay we were not allowed to go out on the very expansive balcony. We arrived to find signs on every balcony door saying “BEWARE Balcony Closed”, plus the outdoor furniture was piled up and tightly wrapped together. We were shocked that for the high price we paid for an oceanfront condo this was what we got! Also we were traveling with two young grandkids (3 and 5) who now could not enjoy the amazing deck area. Of course that meant immediately upon arrival I got on the phone with the local management rental company. It turns out the Honua Kai Resort was painting the exterior of the building including the railings and balcony baseboards and that was why we were not allowed out there. Every day a cherry picker type of machine would lift workers up to our 5th floor balcony or the 6th floor unit above us to work. Besides having no access to the balcony there was also a privacy issue. There were men working on our balcony! This was our very least favorite visit to Hawaii which we have done annually for years. Fortunately the management company did compensate us with a partial refund after I made daily calls complaining of us never being allowed on the balcony for the entire week.
Pros: Beautiful view of ocean and grounds, beautiful and spacious bathrooms and kitchen, lots of comfy seating inside and out, staff was friendly & helpful. The living room had comfy recliners. It was nice to be able to put your feet up.
Cons: For the unit price, it should have been pristine, but wasn't. When we arrived, the first thing we noticed was a bad smell. The air-conditioning wasn't working in any of the rooms. There was a wet area rug in the living room with a loud fan going to speed up drying, which we turned off the next day since we couldn't hear each other talking. It felt like a sauna in there. The AC was soon fixed, it worked fine in the bedrooms, but never worked well in the living room. The tech said the air coming out of the vents was cold enough, but the fan wasn't powerful enough. He suggested we close the curtains in the afternoon...we came to see the ocean, not the curtains. The rug was finally removed.
There was something spilled on the side of the couch and one of the bedrooms had handprints all over the mirror and we found a book behind the curtains, so it wasn't cleaned thoroughly. The curtains had an area streaked with black, front and back.
There were holes in the decorative pillows on the bed and in the table runner in the dining area.
The couches, while comfortable, looked dirty and worn.
I realize we were in the tropics, but seeing bugs scatter when you turn on the kitchen light at night was rather disgusting.
Not worth the cost.
The experience was great! The only improvement would be to include a once per week cleaning (we had a 10 day stay) and to add some umbrellas near the pool. Very limited shade unless you reserve and purchase a cabana. Very friendly staff and super clean room. The layout was great, kids could easily sleep with adults still socializing in the kitchen and /or balcony (lanai)
Andrea W.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Karen P.
13 Feb 2016
Top Notch and Great Beach
The condo was beautiful, spacious and luxurious. Maui Westside was very professional and easy to work with. Kids loved the water slide and beach. Dukes on site was great. BBQd on the deck 2x. Spent a lot of time on the deck looking at ocean and sipping champagne - perfect getaway. Very good value for the size and location of the unit. Views are fantastic, saw whales every day and a big treat is that we could hear the sound of the ocean. The condo is actually closer to the ocean than it looks. From the deck I could keep on eye on the kids and nanny on the beach and pools. There's a grocery store across the street that is nearly as good as the Lahaina Safeway. I'd go there next time. Used Uber back and forth to Lahaina for music at Fleetwoods and dinners at Lahaina grill. We plan to come back.
Super beautiful condo, the wrap around porch was ahhhhmazing! We did see a lot of whales! Dukes was wonderful, pool was great as well! You have to go down at 5am to a chair around the pool tho. The AC in the bedrooms was outstanding!!! But…Condo is lacking amenities for teens/kids. No beach gear besides chairs and a large cooler. The dryer needs to be replaced. It took over 2hrs to dry a towel, 2 pairs of socks, cargo shorts and a tshirt, 5 things-2hrs. Also had serious problem with no hot water after 8-10m. Emailed rental company and a maintenance team came and left, then another team came and left, then a maintenance mgr came and said he needed to replace a pipe and he’d recommend an outside company to come back the next day and remove the water tank. We never heard from anyone again. So I called 2 days later and she said our unit had been noted. Being noted does not help me to share a bathroom with 5 others. (Keep in mind this is a 3bed/3bath) That was awful! One bathroom had hot water if no one else did dishes or laundry! Nothing was ever resolved about the hot water issue or the dryer. No mention of any type of compensation at all. Beautiful condo, but not sure I’ll rent with Maui resort rentals again.
Breathtaking views, amazing appointments in the unit. I only called once for a minor issue with the dishwasher and they came out and addressed it quickly. Probably needs a new one soon. I also had expressed concern there was no foil or wrap for food storage and they brought me a roll of each. Wonderful customer service! I will definitely return, for a special occasion this was just perfect for my family. Plenty of room. We were 6 adults and one baby. Love love love it!
My husband and I stayed here for a week celebrating our anniversary. The property was beyond what we had expected. I have never stayed at a more beautiful place. We can’t wait to return. The condo boasts the most expansive and gorgeous views from nearly every single room. When we return to Maui we will definitely be staying here again and again.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in 551 and will definitely be looking for it again! We had our extended family meet us in Maui and this was definitely the best gathering room. We watched whales in the morning from the deck, grilled dinner there, and played cards into the evening with the crashing waves outside below. It was the perfect Maui vacation spot for a group of six or more.
The unit and resort were everything we expected and more from the online photos and explanation. We along with our 3 grown children and their partners had ample space to relax and share experiences between the excursions and experiencing all that Maui has to offer. The staff was friendly and helpful. The amenities were plentiful between the workout facilities, the multiple pools direct access to the ocean and Duke's Restaurant. I would recommend to anyone!