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Mahana 1204 Oceanfront Penthouse! Top floor whale watching - Direct beach access

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Interior
Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Outdoor dining
A heated pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mahana 1204 Oceanfront Penthouse! Top floor whale watching - Direct beach access

See the whales from our top-floor unit! They have arrived and will be in Maui through early Spring!

Note: From April 24, 2025, to June 30, 2025, we are offering a 50% discount to our guests at a rate of $295 per night. This is because the building won't have air conditioning, and construction noise might occur during the day while the roof is being upgraded. We have ceiling fans in each room and a box fan in the unit.

Note: From July 1, 2025, to August 31, 2025, we are offering a discounted rate of $435 per night to our guests. The air conditioning will be working, but there may be some construction noise during the day as the project nears completion.

Experience the ultimate beachfront getaway in Maui, perfect for small families and couples. Whether celebrating a romantic honeymoon or an anniversary, this enchanting destination is designed to help you create unforgettable memories. Our oceanfront retreat is ideal for these special occasions, making it the perfect choice for your next vacation.

Unit 1204, a top-floor VRBO Premium Property at The Mahana, is a unique oceanfront gem. Its unobstructed ocean view is a sight to behold, perfect for witnessing breathtaking sunsets over the Maui ocean and spotting whales and other ocean life. The private lanai, complete with a table and seating for four, is an ideal spot for your morning coffee or afternoon cocktails and pupus.

This spacious one-bedroom, one-bath condominium has been beautifully remodeled, features travertine-tiled floors throughout, and is decorated with a mood-setting Hawaiian motif. We take cleanliness seriously, and the property is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before each guest's arrival. The well-equipped kitchen features stunning granite countertops and new appliances, making it an ideal space for anyone who enjoys preparing meals. You'll feel right at home in this cozy and convenient setting.

Our upscale condo provides everything you need for a first-class vacation. Enjoy the comfort of central air conditioning, remote-controlled ceiling fans, and recessed dimming lights. The unit features a full-size washer and dryer, as well as smart TVs with premium cable channels, in both the living room and the bedroom. The updated bathroom, which includes a separate dressing area, boasts a step-in travertine-tiled shower with seating, a calming rainfall showerhead, and a traditional showerhead. Experience the many upgrades that will make your stay exceptional.

The bedroom boasts a premium pillow-top California King mattress, while the living room features a Queen sleeper sofa with an upgraded mattress. During your stay, you can truly relax and unwind in complete comfort. The bedroom and living room open onto a tiled lanai, allowing you to enjoy the sights and sounds of the ocean, which will lull you to sleep and make it the highlight of your vacation.

The Mahana offers direct beach access for sunbathing and snorkeling, a swimming pool, and a Jacuzzi-style hot tub. Two well-equipped barbecue areas feature high-quality stainless-steel grills. A lighted walkway leads from the Mahana, passing by the neighboring Duke's restaurant and extending to Black Rock at the Sheraton Hotel.

In the vicinity, you'll find excellent golf courses, a variety of restaurants, Snorkel Bob's dive shop, a grocery store, and numerous shopping options, all within walking distance. Additionally, freshly laundered beach towels are available daily in the lobby, enhancing the convenience of your stay. Everything you need is at your fingertips, making your vacation stress-free and enjoyable.

We invite you to experience our luxurious oceanfront condominium, which offers unobstructed 180-degree views of the ocean and stunning sunsets. Imagine stepping into this beautifully decorated and tastefully furnished vacation property, where the brilliant blue sky and ocean stretch out before you. The view is truly unforgettable!

CHECK OUR 5-STAR REVIEWS, VIEW OUR CALENDAR, AND BOOK ONLINE INSTANTLY. BOOK NOW TO SECURE YOUR DREAM VACATION IN MAUI!

Please contact us if you are using a bank or credit card from outside the U.S. Additional fees may apply.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
We highly recommend travel insurance. Unless air travel to Maui is restricted, there are no refunds for cancellations due to events outside our control, such as inclement weather.
If you need to cancel within 60 days of your arrival, we will attempt to fill the vacancy and refund as much as possible to minimize or avoid forfeiting any paid money. Cancellations made 61 days or more before arrival are eligible for a full refund.
Mahalo!

Discounts are available for reservations of 21 nights or more. Please inquire.

There are NO resort or parking fees. WE DO NOT HAVE THE $25 PER DAY AMENITY FEE THAT ASTON CHARGES ITS GUESTS. Handicapped parking and electric charging stations are available. Additional fees apply for stays longer than 21 days.

Tax ID: TA-129-531-2896-01 GE-129-531-2896-01



Keywords: Condo, top floor, penthouse, beachfront, ocean views, premium unit, updated, remodeled, spectacular views, unobstructed views, beautiful, tropical, air conditioning, swimming pool, beach access, bbq, hot tub, stunning, king bed.

Property manager

Linda Waite

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: The Mahana has two designated smoking areas.

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 825 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Lanai may not be suitable for young children.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 440010990102, GE-129-531-2896-01, TA-129-531-2896-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beachfront Property! Top floor Condo! Stunning! Best Views!

About the neighborhood

Map
HI, kaanapali

What's nearby

  • Kahekili Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kaanapali Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Kaanapali Kai Course at Kaanapali Golf Resort - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Whalers Village - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Napili Bay - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • West Maui Airport (JHM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hula Grill Kaanapali - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Duke's Beach House Maui - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Paradiso - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Slappy Cakes - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Mahana 1204 Oceanfront Penthouse! Top floor whale watching - Direct beach access have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Mahana 1204 Oceanfront Penthouse! Top floor whale watching - Direct beach access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mahana 1204 Oceanfront Penthouse! Top floor whale watching - Direct beach access?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mahana 1204 Oceanfront Penthouse! Top floor whale watching - Direct beach access?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mahana 1204 Oceanfront Penthouse! Top floor whale watching - Direct beach access located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kaanapali condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Keka'a Beach, Kaanapali Beach, and Whalers Village. Honokowai Beach Park and Kahekili Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Mahana 1204 Oceanfront Penthouse! Top floor whale watching - Direct beach access Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 142 reviews

10/10

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Reviews

10/10

Stayed here for a mother/daughter trip. It has wonderful views
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

I really like how close to the water this condo is and you get to see whales and boats everyday from balcony. Great location walking distance to Dukes for dinner, breakfast and drinks. Had a lot of fun.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

We absolutely loved this property! From the amazing views to the location central to great snorkeling we were 100% thrilled and we will be back! We saw surfers, turtles, rays, and even a couple of sharks right from the lanai.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Our stay in the Mahana condo was a very positive one. It was clean, quiet, abundantly furnished, communication with manager was great.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

We’ve stayed at the Mahana many times and this was the nicest unit we’ve ever rented. It was furnished and stocked like it was meant for the owner. No problems. Good quality appliances, dishes, mattress, TVs, WiFi. The view on the top floor was exceptional especially when watching the turtles and sunsets. Host was very responsive and had lots of beach chairs and toys available.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

We have stayed at the Mahana several times. Love the closeness to the ocean The unit is on the 12th floor along with many other suites. View is stunning! Enjoyed the pool and property The suite is very clean and comfortable Loved it!!!!!
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Had a great time here as a couple. Condo was clean, comfortable and tastefully renovated. Mahana in general is at a superb location. We both felt at home the entire time and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10

We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful location. This was our 8th visit to the Mahana and this was the nicest unit that we have rented. This beautiful condo has all of the amenities that you will need for a great vacation in an amazing location.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2017

10/10

Loved it. I hope everyone stays away so it’s available for me next time. 😆
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

The location and facility worked out great for us. The one bedroom worked out great for us as a couple. The sunsets were awesome. Beach and pool were good. The air conditioner had a tough time keeping up during the afternoon sun in July but cooled things down nicely once the sun set.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

10/10

We loved the views. We sat on the lani every morning for breakfast and enjoyed the sound of the waves breaking almost below our feet. Better views than some cruise ships. It is quiet. Kitchen is nice with everything we needed. We loved walking the boardwalk every day - 3 miles to the far end. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there. Great week. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10

One of the best vacation rentals ever! Unbelievable view, well-equipped kitchen, comfortable and luxurious feeling living room. Close to grocery store, farmers market and great coffee. We fell asleep listening to the waves every night. Our ten year old daughter loved the pool, we loved the beach access and seeing turtles and fish from the lanai. Sorry we didn’t book this place for our whole stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10

I don’t know where to begin but I’ll start with the view perfect, amazing, breathtaking, wow! Large lanai with beautiful view, access to lanai from living room and bedroom, immaculate, kitchen has all the essentials, rainfall shower, beach essentials (ex: boogie boards, snorkel gear, cooler, etc.). I wish I could have stayed longer, the sunrise/sunset was beautiful and we were lucky enough to see whales several times throughout our stay. I have beautiful memories and will definitely return on our next trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Thank you Linda for another fantastic two weeks at the Best Condo in Hawaii. My husband & I had a fabulous time again & enjoy the super views from your balcony. We watched the resident turtle during the day and the commuter planes at night crossing the skies. Relaxing, shopping & eating...sun & fun, golfing & walking, adventuring by foot & car... the list continues. Many thanks again.

10/10

Top floor. Superior unobstructed views. Whale watching right from your own lanai. The condo unit is exactly as shown. Very, very nice. Seriously, you see whales breaching all day, everyday. You are literally right next to the water. The kitchen is outfitted with everything you may need. I looked down to the beach from the lanai and saw three large turtles. Awesome. This condo made our trip. Relaxing and very quiet. Loved being on the top floor. Sliding glass doors open all day and enjoying the wonderful breeze. Just what we needed. Also, very easy walk to Duke's for tasty meals and drinks. We try to go to Maui once a year and I certainly will be staying here again in the future. We made a great choice. Mahalo.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2018

10/10

One of the best and nicest places we have stayed at in the Mahana Condos and we have stayed in several. Suggestion: It would be nice to have some way to play iPhone music as everyone seems to have music on their phones. I ended up buying a blue tooth speaker for $65 which worked great but the electronics in the unit do not allow for any hook-up of phone music. Other units that I have stayed in at the Mahana have inexpensive phone players. Also, the instructions for the DVD players (and TV) are out of date and couldn't figure out how to use the DVD in the living room. I was able to watch Spectrum cable however. The instructions are for the Sony TV which has been moved into the bedroom.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018

10/10

We just returned from our week long stay on Maui in the Mahana #1204 room. This room was absolutely perfect for our 10 year wedding anniversary getaway. From the minute we walked in the door, we felt "at home" for our stay. This condo unit was so inviting and so well stocked with any/everything we could have needed for our stay. The view from the balcony was breathtakingly beautiful. We had breakfast/coffee every morning on the balcony and ended every night here as well just listening to the ocean. The kitchen had everything we could have imagined. I would have loved for there to be a Keurig over a traditional coffee machine as I have not made coffee in such a long time. The coffee just never tasted right, but that was me, not the condo ;). Should we ever make our way back to Maui, we would absolutely stay here again. This trip was everything we could have wanted it to be and more. This condo unit is all that and more!!!! Thank you SO much for everything. Mahalo~
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

8/10

Gorgeous view and perfect location, would be 5 stars across board but disappointed in certain aspects, especially as compared to other units in which we’ve stayed in the Mahana at equivalent rates. Our stay was two weeks. Very frequent VRBO travelers. Found couch cushions and table chair upholstery in need of cleaning. Most disappointing was condo lacked certain items that are VRBO basics, in our experience. We felt a little “nickeled and dimed” having to buy these items for ourselves after asking property manager twice and receiving no response — e.g., no basic cleaning product to clean countertops and glass table after each instance of cooking/eating use; no brush, sponge, or other scrubbing pad was provided for kitchen sink, to clear stuck on food from dishes before putting in dishwasher or to clean items not appropriate for dishwasher; no salt, not even a plastic shaker, in cupboards. Also, kitchen utensils are comparatively sparse for cooking, for those who enjoy it when VRBO’ing — as an example, two micro-tiny cutting boards in kitchen, not even big enough to slice fruit or vegetables. Master bed had no bedspread, instead was covered only by two white top sheets with a thin blanket in between. On 12th day of our stay was a knock on the door, a plastic sack with what turned out to be a bed spread was handed to my wife; delivery person said it had been cleaned for the owner who would be staying in the unit soon but that we were “free” to use it if we wished. Just odd.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Our first time to Maui for our 39th anniversary and this place exceeded our expectations. The perfect romantic getaway. Fully furnished with everything you will need for the week along with the most amazing views. Everything is top quality and so tastefully decorated. Our son recommended this condo to us and we were not disappointed. Our week in Maui was more than we dreamed of from snorkeling with the sea turtles, tropical fish and beautiful coral; sunrise at Haleakala; road to Hana; Old Lahaina Luau; lunch at Leoda's; capped off by dinner at Mama's Fish House for our anniversary. Our days were busy from dawn to dusk starting with coffee and breakfast on the lanai to gorgeous sunsets down on the beach or again from the beautiful lanai. It was so nice coming back each evening to a place we could relax and that felt "like home." We kept having to "pinch" ourselves to make sure we weren't dreaming; everything was beyond anything we dreamed of. We hope to return and will certainly be staying here again. Mahalo, Rick & Debbie Spartanburg, SC PS. My husband really wanted to snorkel and I was quite hesitant since I am not a swimmer and tend to get panicky in the water, but he did not want to go without me. I am also older and overweight and just felt intimidated by the "big boat" tours. After much research I found Maui Snorkel Tours run by Suzzy Robinson. She keeps her groups very small (6 in our group) and it is like getting one-on-one instruction. She puts all your fears and anxieties to rest and makes sure you are extremely comfortable. She stayed close and by our sides the entire time and also told us everything we were seeing. I ended up having such a great time that my husband and I even snorkeled two more times on our own because we felt so comfortable in the water after our instruction with Suzzy. If you have never snorkeled before and have and any anxiety about trying it, I would highly recommend Suzzy. You will be glad you did.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10

This is our 3rd time staying in the same condo (5th time at the Mahana and 7th time on Maui). We always rent this specific unit (once we found it) for several reasons: 1. It is on the top floor away from the noise. Very quiet with only the breeze and the ocean waves to listen to. 2. The owners always keep the unit up to date. It has in-room highest speed wi-fi, 2 flat screen televisions (one with a nice sound bar) with cable, all of the appliances you need - blender, coffee maker, mixer, toaster, etc, beach towels, beach chairs, cooler, etc. 3. The unit is conveniently located to all of the stores we needed - Times Supermarket (though a little pricey on some items), ABC store with gas station, several little restaurants. 4. By having a fully equipped kitchen, we made breakfast every day so we could enjoy it on the lanai with full view of the ocean plus the islands of Lanai and Molokai. Plus we saved a ton of money by doing this. 5. Good security - sturdy locks on both sliding glass doors plus a deadbolt lock on the front door. 6. Close to Lahaina - convenient to Whaler's Village, Lahaina Cannery Mall, Outlets of Maui, Lahaina Town, US Post Office for mailing packages back home. 7. Close to the nicest beaches you will ever see on Maui - between the Mahana and the Shearton at Black Rock. 8. Nice paved ocean walkway that has a Duke's Beach House for evening cocktails or dinner. 9. Recommended activities besides the usual (beach and water activities - snorkeling, etc.): * Zip line on the side of the mountain - book a 7:00 a.m. Zip line tour with Flyin' Hawaiin Zip Lines. * Catch a luau at the Old Lahaina Luau - best food and view of the sunset. * Watch the sun rise on top of Haleakala - book a tour so you don't have to drive up there in the middle of the night. * Watch the sun set from the top of Haleakala - drive yourself since you can make it down the mountain when you want. * Go the Swap Meet at the Maui Community College on Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - great souvenirs cheap, plus unique Hawaiian Fare such as shaved ice, Hawaiian baked goods - Lilikoi bread, pineapple mac-nut bread, music by Nadama - buy a CD and the have Nadama sign it for you, tropical jams and jellies, etc. * Book a star gazing tour and look at planets, double stars, star clusters, nebulae, etc through a powerful telescope. * Get a massage from Wailea Massage & Body Care.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2016

10/10

Great place to stay! We really enjoyed watching the whales and turtles from the condo, which was such a treat. The condo was clean, comfortable, and very quiet and provided everything we needed during our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

What a Great property!! Ocean front, Whale watching, turtles swimming by My husband and I stayed in this property and our 10 friends stayed at the pink hotel. I want to be ocean front and it was beautiful…… will definitely book again if we come back !!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Amazing view, great location, beautiful condo, easy to communicate with owner, well equipped kitchen, thoughtful additions throughout condo
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

AMAZING! Just stop looking and book this! I really cannot say enough about how beautiful this unit is. Loved everything. Property is perfect, very close to everything. We stayed at a very nice condo in Kauai and didn’t think this would be the same, but this far surpassed it. We really enjoyed relaxing on the deck and walking down 4 steps to the beach. We will definitely be back! 10 stars!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

We had an amazing time in this space. Easy check in. Beautifully equipped and wonderfully situated near anything and everything near Kaanapali. Seeing the turtles from the lanai and the amazinv sunsets made it all the better! We'll stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022