Maalalea Kai was a clean unit in a older and well manicured property. We liked its location for being within walking distance to the Pacific Whale Foundation for our early morning whale watches and because it was very quiet. It was not close to the snorkeling spots, so we did a lot of driving to find the various spots (especially on the west side of Maui), but that was ok because then we explored a lot of the island and we were able to stay longer because the rate was a bit less per night here. We never met our host, but he was always quick to respond with emails. We had to find other guests in the complex to tell us where to shop for groceries, buy breakfast, take the trash and recycling. The unit looks out onto the bay and has thick grass carpet, so barefoot walking was easy there. There is no sand beach right there... it was a 10 minute walk and always had gentle waves (as opposed to some days in other parts of the island where swimming would have been dangerous with the huge crashing waves). It was helpful that there were 2 beach chairs, though one was broken, so hard to use. Thanks to the other tenant who left an umbrella. It was a lovely trip and we had a wonderful, relaxing time. This was a peaceful location.