Maui Guidebook

South Maui – Quick Summary

Last updated 01. May, 2012 by Mark.

General Geographic Area: South Maui

In a nutshell: South Maui is home to the spectacular world-class beaches of Kihei, Wailea and Makena. Wailea, to the south of this region, boasts exclusive resorts and golf, while Kihei to the north is where you’ll find more affordable hotels, condos and vacation rentals.
Minuses: Once off the beach, the Kihei part of South Maui has lots of shops and food, but some places feel more like California than Hawaii.
Sound-bite: “How many new beaches should we explore today?”

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Car Rental Hawaii

Last updated 24. Dec, 2010 by Mark.

Insider source for Hawaii rental car deals.

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In a nutshell: Insider/wholesale pricing on rental cars.
Minuses: Online rental process is not real-time.

Sound-bite: “Are you sure these rates are correct?”

Okay, this one of those situations where it pays to know someone local. Maui truly plays by its own set of rules – and those locally connected pay less…Continue Reading

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Nick’s Fishmarket

Last updated 01. Apr, 2011 by Mark.

Nick’s Fishmarket at the Fairmont Kea Lani in Wailea

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Rated #1 Fine Dining – South Maui

In a nutshell: The setting is only outdone by the service which is only outdone by the cuisine.
Minuses: They don;t have one back home!
Sound-bite: “mmmmm!”

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Makena Big Beach (aka Oneloa)

Last updated 18. Jun, 2009 by lilikoi.

Big Beach is long, wide, beautiful, and extreme.

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In a nutshell: Big Beach is a beautiful, long, wide, undeveloped sandy beach. Impressive, with huge views and a large shore-break. Big Beach is a must-see.
Minuses: A wicked shore-break exists here when the surf is up that can be dangerous for the inexperienced.
Sound-bite: [monster crashing wave]

DETAILS:
One of the most outstanding beaches in Maui. Big Beach is well over a half a mile long, and is also uncharacteristically wide by Maui standards. That means loads of real estate …

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Hale Palama

Last updated 18. Apr, 2012 by Mark.

Lower lanai

Contact: Hale Palama
Book: Online booking form

Sleeps 8-12
4 Bedrooms
5 Beds; 2 Futons; 3 Bath.

Amenities:
| Full Private House | A/C |
| Private Pool | Multiple Lanais |
| Well Equipped Kitchen | BBQ |
| Five TVs w/Satellite | Internet |
| Ceiling Fans | Washer/Dryer |
| Dishwasher | Jacuzzi Tub |
| Multiple Off-Street Parking | Towels & Linens | Walk to Beach | Walk to Shops, Bars, Restaurants |

Seasonal Price Range: $450-$695/nt.

Hale Palama is a 4BR house in …

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Kihei Resort – Griffin Family (#213)

Last updated 21. Dec, 2011 by Walker.

The garden courtyard is the focal point of the complex.

Contact: Griffin Family 213
Book: Online booking form
Website: More details & photos

Sleeps 2-7
2 Bdrm + Sofabed / 2 Bath

Amenities:
| Fully Stocked Kitchen | Lanai | BBQ |
| A/C | Ceiling Fans | Washer/Dryer |
| 43″ TV | DVD | VCR | Cable | Internet |
| Pool | Hot Tub | Reserved Parking |
| Towels & Linens | Beach Accessories |
| Gardens | Walk to Beaches |

Seasonal Price Range: $149-$229*…

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Action Sports Maui

Last updated 05. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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Kihei Park Shore

Last updated 29. Feb, 2012 by Mark.

Kitchen in Unit #1

Contact: Kihei Park Shore

Quick Summary:
A fantastic value, in a small, low-key non-touristy complex. A nice surprise in this price range is the proximity of the ocean and the views. The quality in the recently remodeled units is also a big step above comparably priced units in South Maui.

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I’ve identified six high-quality privately-owned units in this small condo complex. Of the six I really like, all have swimming pool access, BBQ’s on lanai, A/C, cable TV, Internet, washer/dryer and dishwashers. All are clean …

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Wailea North 3BR Plantation House

Last updated 20. Feb, 2011 by Mark.

Front of house, yeah, the roof is a lanai!

Contact: Wailea North 3BR Plantation House

Seasonal Price Range: $249-$369
Book: Online booking form

Sleeps 2-6
3 Bdrm (King, Queen, Full) / 2 Bath

Amenities:
| Fully Stocked Kitchen | BBQ |
| Large Ocean View Deck | Hammock |
| 42″ Plasma TV | Multiple TVs & DVD |
| A/C | Ceiling Fans | Washer/Dryer |
| Cable | Internet | Parking |
| Towels & Linens | Beach Accessories |
| Ocean Views | Walk to Beaches |…

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Kelii’s Kayak Tours

Last updated 13. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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