This was our first time using airbnb and I was worried something would go wrong, but everything was fine. We were able to get into the apartment easily and it was as described.

Viktoria was very attentive, much more than we expected, sending us emails about things to do in the area. She was also very quick to respond if something needed fixing. At one point we emailed her because my 2 year old had figured out how to get out the front door. She got permission from the owners to install a little sliding lock so we could keep him safe inside. Once she had permission, the onsite maintenance person came very quickly. I really appreciated it.

Pros:
-Pleasant apartment with lots of little things (measuring cups, utensils, card games, beach towels etc.) that made it more comfortable to stay there.
-Beach across the street is sheltered and great for small children
- Beautiful sunsets

Cons
- Far enough from stores etc. that you really do need a car (which most people would want anyways)
-unheated pool
- sofa bed isn't very comfortable (like all sofa beds)

note: when I looked this up on google maps, it kept telling me Kihei Bay Vista was farther south. Not Viktoria's fault at all but if you want to know where this is, look up Kalepolepo beach park.

Also, the blue guidebook said that north kihei beaches were awful and full of seaweed. I'm glad I didn't read that before I booked this because it simply wasn't true. We drove to south Kihei beaches to check them out but it wasn't worth the hassle -- the beach across the street is great and it wasn't crowded. Perfect!