This place is just amazing, but like the other reviewers I am slightly scared the word will get out about the value of this place and it’ll be hard to reserve again.
The view from the lanai is something out of a travel book: in your face views of Molokai and Lana’i islands, beautiful blue water, and located on the second story so you feel like you have privacy and the view to yourself. We actually saw three separate sea turtles in two different days from the lanai itself swimming by and coming up for air— hard to describe how cool that is. Sunsets, again, are out of this world.
The location is to me perfect— you are in between the fantastic snorkeling of Kapalua, down the street from Whaler’s Village, and bout ten minutes from downtown Lahaina. It’s about a three minute walk to the grocery store and shopping mall as well as a food truck gathering place.
The home is immaculate and has tons of space. You can get out of the sun and sit on the couch and the view is still amazing. New appliances and a lot of unexpected bonuses, like high quality beach chairs, beach umbrella and boogie boards. A lot more than I listed and overall way more than you would get at a hotel twice as expensive. Fans keep the place surprisingly cool and AC works fast when things heat up.
Papakea resort is quiet and uncrowded— a farcry from Westin and other major resorts where you feel like you’re at a children’s theme park most the time. Pool and other features aren’t as extravagant but that is way outshined by the views and other perks. Check-in and parking were easy and staff is very friendly.
Dee is a great host and makes sure you are comfortable and set for a great vacation. Worst part about the place is that you have to leave at some point. You will not be disappointed in booking this spot, truly paradise!