If you are looking for peace and quiet in a beautiful chilled setting, Ocean Palms is awesome. We stayed here for the first 3 nights in Maui. It is truly a unique experience and very different to the rest of Maui. The entire balcony is screened to protect you from bugs. So you can relax on the daybed or hammock and enjoy the view and sounds. There are geckos in the house but they did not worry us. We swam in the local swimming hole, Venus Pool everyday. We also enjoyed discovering local hikes. The bamboo forest was magical. Tips; arrive at the Bamboo forest early, as you will likely have it to yourself. Buy groceries near the airport before driving to Ocean Palms. The local general has limited produce.