Welcome to my luxury studio condo at Papakea, an oceanfront resort offering direct beach access on Maui’s sunny West Side in Honokōwai.<br /><br />This ground-floor condo is surrounded by lush gardens and tropical flowers. Enjoy peaceful koi ponds, a putting green, and a one-minute stroll to the pool and ocean—all with no stairs to climb.<br /><br />Unwind in comfort with a king bed, AC, smart TV, fast Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchen, and in-unit laundry.<br /><br />Free on-site parking for 1 space<br />No resort fees<br /><br /><b>The space</b><br />Papakea is an oceanfront resort offering direct beach access at the south end of the property—perfectly situated on Maui’s sunny West Side in Honokōwai, just minutes from Ka’anapali. The condo is located in building C.<br /><br />I'm Sue, and I would love to welcome you to our studio condo at Papakea. I have many years of property management experience. I have also enlisted my son's good friend, Ryan, to help me host. He has hundreds of top reviews and years of experience living and working in Maui. Together, we are always available to help our guests experience the best Maui has to offer. <br /><br />The floor-to-ceiling windows facing the lanai open to garden views nestled beside a fish pond and sprinkling waterfall. The luxurious king bed, warm wood accents, and classic Asian island-inspired decor create a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere that will instantly put you at ease.<br /><br />The gorgeous oceanfront paradise of Papakea expands over 13 acres of fish-filled lagoons, quaint bridges, beautiful lawns, and colorful tropical landscaping at the edge of North Kaanapali Beach and Honokōwai. Each evening, Tiki torches light up the property for an exquisite Hawaiian tropical ambiance. There is direct access to a sandy beach at the South end of the property, about a 5-minute walk from the condo. Enjoy swimming, snorkeling, turtle spotting, boogie boarding, paddle boarding, and whale watching (during whale season) as well as incredible sunsets. Please note, beach sand levels can vary depending on the season and weather conditions.<br /><br />Resort Amenities:<br />-One free parking space, $5/nt for 2nd car<br />-Two swimming pools with lounge chairs<br />-Covered oceanfront cabana<br />-Two large hot tubs<br />-Well-maintained gas BBQ areas<br />-Two 12-hole putting greens<br />-Two shuffleboard courts<br />-Lighted tennis and pickleball courts <br />-24 hour front desk<br /><br />Free Weekly Resort Activities:<br />-Tuesday - Yogalates<br />-Wednesday - Swimmercize<br />-Thursday - Mai Tai Party<br />-Friday - Swimmercize<br />-Saturday - Lei Making<br />-Sunday - Putting Tournament<br /><br />Inside the condo:<br />-Spacious studio with one king-size bed, Sleeps 2 guests<br />-Window A/C in the living room and ceiling fan to keep you cool<br />-Furnished lanai with lush garden views<br />-Spacious living space, 454 sq ft + lanai<br />-Smart TV and high-speed WiFi<br />-Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher<br />-Drip coffee maker, Keurig, electric kettle, French press<br />-Full bathroom with walk-in shower<br />-In-unit washer/dryer with some laundry detergent to start<br />-Beach towels, beach chairs, and a small beach cooler<br /><br />*There are several rental shops for snorkeling gear within 3 minutes of the condo building. Sorry, I don’t provide snorkeling gear due to safety and hygiene.<br /><br />Bathroom Amenities:<br />-Ample, quality shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap<br />-Towels<br />-Several rolls of toilet paper<br />-Iron and ironing board<br />-Hair dryer<br /><br />What's nearby:<br />-The Beach Club Restaurant & Bar - 6-minute walk<br />-ABC convenience store - 6-minute walk<br />-Time Market (full-size grocery store) - 7-minute walk <br />-Java Jazz Coffee - 7-minute walk<br />-Food Truck Park - 7-minute walk<br />-Fish Market - 8-minute walk<br />-Whalers Village (luxury shopping/dining) - 6-minute drive<br /><br />**Check-in/out**<br />The condo is self-check-in. I usually send detailed instructions one week before your arrival date. The door uses a personalized electronic key code. Check-in is anytime after 4 pm and check-out is anytime before 10 am. You must stop by the front desk to pick up a parking pass. They will also swipe a credit card for a $50 fully refundable deposit in the event of incidentals.<br /><br />**LAHAINA FIRE**<br />The condo is in a beautiful area north of the fire, and all restaurants, buildings, and beaches were undamaged. This is also the case for the surrounding neighborhoods. All of my favorite beaches were untouched, and there are tons of great restaurants in Ka'anapali, Honokōwai, Kahana, Napili, and Kapalua, just minutes from the condo. The road to Hana and my favorite hikes are still open and will likely be less crowded than they used to be.<br /><br />**MAJOR USA HOLIDAYS**<br />Reservations checking in/out ON THE DAY OF: Thanksgiving Day (November), Christmas Day (12/25), New Year's Day (01/01), Easter, and July 4th will be subject to an additional $200 cleaning surcharge to provide my housekeeper holiday pay. If you check in/out the day before or after, there is no surcharge.<br /><br /><b>Guest access</b><br />The entire condo is exclusively yours! The common areas are the heated oceanfront pool/jet spa, BBQs, lobby, parking, tennis/pickleball, and shuffleboard courts.<br /><br /><b>Other things to note</b><br />The beach size in Hawaii varies greatly month to month due to weather, heavy surf, strong currents, and tides. <br /><br />Maui is a tropical island and tends to have bugs and ants during certain times of the year. Although the exterior of the building and interior of the condo are routinely treated to help combat this issue and the condo is thoroughly cleaned between each guest, it greatly helps if you leave the screens shut and don't leave any food out to avoid unwanted creatures. Geckos are friendly, eat insects, and are considered good luck in Hawaii.<br /><br />My condo is independently managed and not part of a hotel. There are some conveniences, such as daily linen service, that the large hotels provide, and I simply can't offer. My goal is to provide a home-away-from-home, relaxed island stay.<br /><br />South Korea: I am no longer able to accept reservations from guests whose home location is in South Korea. Unfortunately, their laws on last-minute cancellations do not follow my cancellation policies.<br /><br />Your visit can make such a positive impact on the island. Your presence helps to employ residents in tourism and helps to sustain local businesses. Over 80% of Maui's industry is driven by tourism, more than any other island in Hawaii. We would be thrilled if you chose this condo to call home for your dream Maui vacation. Mahalo. Sue and Ryan<br /><br /><b>Registration Details</b><br />440010550079, TA-071-256-2688-01