We would give 6 stars, if we could ...
tl:dr - if you're a business traveler or on vacation looking to stay in the center of South Maui there is *absolutely* no better place to stay. Why? Perfect location, great price, complete privacy, and your own in-house "concierge" ... the legend himself ... Kaon!
My partner and I (M, 33. F, 32) worked remotely and stayed at Kaon's place for 1 month (May 2021).
About the Unit
Kaon's unit is a two-bedroom townhouse about a 2-minute walk to the beach and centrally located at the most happening places in Kihei/Wailea:
- The entire upstairs is yours w/ two beds, a full bath, and plenty of closet space.
- The beds are so amazingly comfortable (like almost too comfy 😅)
- There's no A/C, but there's a fabulous cross-breeze that keeps the units cool at night (+ plenty of fans)
- The unit is at the end of the building and very quiet.
- There is a shared, modern kitchen that is always clean. You have dedicated cupboard and fridge/freezer space and can cook as you please.
About the host - Kaon (@MauiEcoNature)
You could spend the next 10 years looking for a better host on Maui and you wouldn't find one...
In his previous endeavors, the State of Hawaii recognized Kaon for operating the MOST eco-friendly adventure organization among ALL adventure organizations on the islands (🤯).
Kaon takes pride and care in everything he does, and this philosophy is displayed in how he treats his guest, his property, and the bountiful nature of Maui.
Staying with Kaon is like "playing" Maui with cheat codes on - here knows literally every tip and trick there is to get the most out of your experience.
- All the Luaus booked? Can't rent a car? He'll tell you the trick to make it happen.
- Beaches packed? He'll show you unique hidden areas.
- Planning a day trip? He'll help you design the perfect itinerary.
- Shopping & farmers' markets? He knows the best ones.
He truly wants to make your stay on the island the best it possibly can be. During our 1-month with Kaon he showed us how to:
- Kayak to rarer snorkel/dive areas (unbelievable!)
- Hidden waterfalls and back areas on the Road to Hana, always taking eco-care to culture and nature (+ back road stops at the *real* black sand beaches)
- All the must-stop food stands, shops, and sights on the back roads of West Maui
- The best hiking trails around the peak of Haleakala
Plus too many small pieces of advice which saved us time, energy, and money during our stay.
I can't say enough about Kaon and his lovely place. So if you've got to this point in our review, then the question you should be asking is not, "Why should I?" book Kaon's place... but rather "Why not?" 😊
Enjoy your stay on Maui & Aloha 🤙🏽