Makai Sunset Inn

Out of the three different places we stayed at, during our Maui vacation, Makai Sunset Inn was unquestionably our favourite for many reasons. At an affordable price point, we got a neat and clean 1 bedroom apartment with attached bathroom, a kitchen, living and dining room. But what makes this an unbeatable stay is the views outside. The ocean is mere feet away from your room that the sound of the waves is clearly audible from anywhere in the apartment. Please note that there's no beach access. But the premises are so gorgeous and this Inn has multiple nice outdoor seating areas that are perfect for watching sunsets. We initially had plans to go to other popular tourist spots to catch sunsets but this was so beautiful that we didn't want to leave. I, who am not a morning person, woke up every morning we stayed here to watch the sunrise that lights up the neighboring island, Lanai. The abundant sealife in these waters were an additional plus. Without costing an extra penny, you can watch sea turtles, fish and other wild dolphin like creatures throughout the day. Makai sunset Inn also have rooms that come with private balconies from where you have unobstructed views of the sea. The location is also super convenient and in walking distance of many popular restaurants. This Inn also provides beach equipment from beach chairs and umbrellas to boogie boards and pool noodles, free for use. Laura, the office manager was very attentive, made our check-in and checkout a breeze, made sure everyone had fresh laundered beach towels for use at all times and also gave us great tips for touring Lahaina. We had one parking slot within the gates of the inn. We won't be looking for another place to stay for our next trip to Maui.

Location, location, location. 1 miles from downtown which has lots of shops, restaurants, bars. .5 miles from a Safeway. 2 great sandy beaches within a few minutes drive. I was in a single person room which was the perfect size. Everything for cooking, utensils/pots/cups/plates etc. The towels were fluffy and the bed was comfy. They offer beach towels and beach gear. Every morning you can sit at the sea/rock wall and see the turtles, at night you can sit out and hear the Old Lahaina Luau in the distance. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. There is no TV, Phone or AC, but with cell phones you don’t need a phone or TV. I just stayed there and didn’t need an AC, just left the windows open and fans on. The only con was the water temperature was a little tricky at times, but it’s an older building, that’s to be expected. Lots of beautiful flowers, grass, birds and plenty of seats and tables. It was a wonderful trip and can’t wait to go back and stay here again!

Wonderful little Inn right on the Ocean. It is an older Inn for sure, But clean it and inexpensive. We have really enjoyed our two weeks stay. Sit on our patio and watch the sun come up as we eat brought breakfast each morning. The ocean is about 10 feet from our patio. The staff has been super friendly and helpful. We would definitely come back here again. Beckie & Charles

I visited Hawaii solo for a month stay from the UK and my week-long stay at Makai Sunset Inn was wonderful and memorable. I can't recommend it highly enough as an authentic Maui experience and an antidote to the larger over-priced resorts - you even get to use of The Royal Lahaina resort's pool and classes, so get the best of both worlds! My room (deluxe suite) was gorgeous - spacious, modern and spotless and well stocked from the toiletries and fluffy towels to the coffee and equipment in the kitchenette. Staff are really friendly and present in a helpful, but not intrusive way. I loved listening to the ocean waves crashing as I drifted off to sleep (in a massive comfy bed) and the sea views and front row seats on Maui's incredible sunsets were a huge bonus. The location is brilliant, walking distance to everything Lahaina has to offer: shops, restaurants etc. and baby beach. So glad I found this place and will definitely book again if I'm luckily enough to visit Maui a second time. Thank you!

Amazing, quaint villa located in the heart of Lahaina. The room was exceptionally clean, the grounds were well kept and quiet and sunset being in the name meant total sense… out back there were two beautiful viewing spots to watch the gorgeous Lahaina sunsets. The rooms were well equipped with a nice living room, a kitchen that was well stocked with certain spices, local coffee, and the perfect amount of dishes. I would recommend this villa to anyone who is staying on the island of Maui, the managers were friendly and attentive, and again… you can’t beat the view. 5/5.

Pros: Right on the water, close to town, great oceanside view, and adults only. The manager seems pleasant and helpful. Beach towels are provided. Air-conditioned. Cons: Old and outdated. It smells musty and I have already smashed bugs on the counter. The pictures online do not match the rooms online. The furniture is old, carpet is icky. No pool and cannot access ocean due to off limits on the sea wall rule. Wouldn't stay here again. Already wishing we had booked somewhere else. Update: There is a big window in the middle of the shower with clear glass. Not frosted glass, and absolutely no way to screen it off and have privacy. Not only can people see inside when you are in the shower, they can also see inside when you are walking around in the bathroom.

Disappointing. Owner sends you disclosures(prior to your trip) and let you know about the missing facilities like air-condition , TV and the fact that ocean view is an angled corner view of the ocean, but still, the pictures and listing on booking.com was deceiving and not honest. We also did not like the cleanness of the bathroom( there were sands in the corners and we found hair on the walls) and the fact that it is exposed to insects and fruit flies just makes it less appealing. Our room was right next to the office and we could hear conversations of guest with the owner all the time, also we did not have enough privacy as we had to have all windows open all time due to no air-conditioning in the room. In addition, parking was a hassle as there were not enough parking spots on site for all guests or at least that was what we had to deal with on the first and the second night. We do understand this is listed as "Inn"and is not a hotel, however, we still believe owners can improve the quality of the rooms simply but doing minor renovations or at least by adding AC which is essential for that humid weather.

If you want an intimate experience while staying in Maui, this place is great! My mom and I didn't want to stay in a heavily commercial resort and this place made us beyond happy. Most resorts or hotels, you are too far away to hear the ocean waves. When I say you can throw a stone out the window from the bed, I am not exaggerating. (Look at my photos!) Julio, the property manager, was extremely kind during check in and gave us some great tips on things to see in Maui. I will definitely be back.

My boyfriend and I recently stayed at the Makai Sunset Inn for five nights. I had booked the hotel through Southwest Airlines' website, and received Southwest Rapid Rewards miles for staying there. Maui is the most expensive of the Hawaiian Islands and we wanted something somewhat affordable that was a step up from a youth hostel. We are too old to be sharing bathrooms! Here are the Pros and Cons to this hotel: PROS: 1. The hotel manager was very kind. We were checking in late, so he taped an envelope with my info on the office window. He also repaired our shower drain, which wasn't draining properly. 2. Our room had a full kitchen. 3. Great location, in walking distance to a few restaurants. 4. Laundry facilities available on site, for $1.00 to wash and $1.00 to dry. 5. Ocean views from second floor balcony. 6. Cozy sitting area near sea wall. 7. Free beach equipment (boogie boards, coolers, etc) to borrow, as well as beach towels. CONS: 1. No A/C in our room. I didn't think that would be a problem, since there were nice ocean breezes, but our room got very hot, even with a ceiling fan and a floor fan blowing. I had a hard time sleeping. 2. Very thin walls. We could hear our neighbor in his bathroom at 5 am. 3. Tiny bugs in the kitchen and bathroom. They were everywhere. 4. Tight parking spots. Luckily, we had rented a compact car. 5. No beach access. That being said, in Hawaii by law, there are no private beaches. Every hotel and resort must provide a specified number of beach access parking spots. We visited the beach at the Hyatt Regency Resort and parked there for free. 6. No TV in the room. This didn't really bother us, however, since we were too busy to watch TV most of the time, anyway. Overall, we had a good stay, but we will splurge for a hotel with A/C next time.

You know those charming little hotels in Paris? Where you have coffee in the courtyard and croissants? But can also hear your neighbors banging around on top of you and walking in. Makai Sunset sun is just like that. If you want to wake up early and bring your coffee outside to greet the day (coffee from your little kitchen) come here. Not crowded. Green curtains with orange poms. Chairs by the sea wall overlooking the ocean. At night you can sleep with the windows open, listening to the ocean. Pros: charming and really close to the ocean. Kitchen with a refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, hot water maker, dishwasher and tiny stove. Microwave. Cons: road noise and people noise although a lot of the people staying here seem to be older and they're not super noisy. No pool on the property.

If you want an intimate experience while staying in Maui, this place is great! My mom and I didn't want to stay in a heavily commercial resort and this place made us beyond happy. Most resorts or hotels, you are too far away to hear the ocean waves. When I say you can throw a stone out the window from the bed, I am not exaggerating. (Look at my photos!) Julio, the property manager, was extremely kind during check in and gave us some great tips on things to see in Maui. I will definitely be back.

This inn would have been good accomodations had it not been for the ongoing construction that starts 730am every morning and continues until early evening. The workers are LOUD! The noise is pretty constant. There are also ants and roaches everywhere so good had to be kept in the fridge. We left some persimmons out on the chair to ripen and the ants were on them within 10 minutes. Since we had planned to take them back home. Each fruit had to be washed and inspected. That being said, we can see Lanai from the inn's backyard, which was nice. Honestly though, had we known about the construction and ant problem beforehand we would have chosen a hotel.