Kohea Kai Hotel Maui

3.0 star property

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Sun deck
Front of property
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Deluxe Penthouse, Kitchen, Garden View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
Deluxe Penthouse, Kitchen, Garden View | Garden view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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551 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI, 96753
  • Place, Maalaea Bay Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale Sanctuary Visitor Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kahului, HI (OGG)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Penthouse, Kitchen, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Kohea Kai Hotel Maui

Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. Housekeeping is available on request.
Kohea Kai Hotel Maui offers 26 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and complimentary bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Kihei hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Kohea Kai Hotel Maui. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Maalaea Bay Beaches. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, multilingual staff and a water dispenser
  • 7 minutes by car from Kamaole Beach Park and 11 minutes from Maalaea Harbor
As a guest of Kohea Kai Hotel Maui, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Kohea Kai Hotel Maui also features a garden, a picnic area, and express check-out. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kihei hotel.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1970
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - W34454409-01
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Kohea Kai Maui Resort Kihei

Kohea Kai Maui Hotel Kihei

Kohea Kai Maui Hotel

Kohea Kai Maui an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

Kohea Kai Maui Resort

Kohea Kai Maui Kihei

Kohea Kai Maui

Kohea Kai Resort Maui

Kohea Kai Hotel Maui Hotel

Kohea Kai Hotel Maui Kihei

Kohea Kai Hotel Maui Hotel Kihei

Kohea Kai Maui Ascend Hotel Collection

Kohea Kai Maui an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

Kohea Kai Hotel Maui Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 549 out of 965 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 965 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 965 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 965 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 965 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ricky

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff. Friendly, helpful. Loved hearing the sound of the ocean from bed at night. What's that Izzy said, the sound of the ocean soothes my restless soul...
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

tina Marie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very courteous and super friendly however- the photos and description of the property were not close to what the property actually was- we went on a soecial girls trip and had 5 rooms- each one had bariius issues-the photos made it look like a small resort and it was more like a lower bidget motel
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

jingjing

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome staff, amazing location for the price. Should have booked more time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brandie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly. We upgraded our room to ocean view. So worth it! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and very updated. I think it was just refurbished. Location was great and the beach was right across the street!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with family
When we opened the door to the room, we almost fell because the floor was sunken. Also, the stairsteps were uneven at the top of the stairs, and this was a problem. Also, I don't think we were told that the only bathroom was upstairs. The kitchen was very poorly lit.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and helpful. Clean rooms and area. Location was great. Really close and walking distance to the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Sarah, Munith

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was not the room they advertised at all. The floors were filthy and desperately need a professional cleaning. I hope they can improve this but I wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Casidhe

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room looked nothing like the photos advertised. While it was technically clean (floors, bathroom, and sheets), the overall condition was poor and clearly overdue for an update. Walls were stained with peeling paint, there was visible rust, and the wall décor looked cheap and poorly maintained. The room also had a lingering unpleasant smell that felt musty or “old,” not just from cleaning products. The bathroom sink had no drain protection, making it easy for small items to fall in. For the cost, this was not acceptable. Advertising “updated rooms” and then providing accommodations that feel below motel quality is misleading.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean boutique hotel. Friendly staff and comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jilena

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bharat Rajaram, San Francisco,

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice !
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and clean and the staff was very nice and respectful
Ten steps from the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

John, Rosamond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Small room, cute spot with room for improvement, and is NOT on the beach as advertised, it's accrossed the street
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Carrie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Joan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room overlooked the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Shane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was ok. Our original flight was cancelled so we arrived a day late. Apparently we checked in the night before? so we didnt have a room ready when we arrived at midnight and had to wait. Once in room, it was spacious but lacking a few things. For example no couch, table or even chairs to sit at. There was a small desk with a rikety office chair that had a screw petruding the seat. Even our deck had chairs but no side table, had to put everything on ground or sit on our bed. Next night tried using the hottub but was told it was out of order which was not true. Certain staff just weren't shown where the timer was to turn it on. Other facilities like the pool and garden patio were great but their pictures are deceiving because no where is there beach access like they show. You have to physically cross a main road to get to the beach and there are no chairs or tables to sit at. I will say the staff were fantastic and the location was great! Just a couple things that would have made it better!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean room. Very comfortable bed. Nice view of the ocean just wish the windows were cleaned so it was easier to see out of.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close location to beach. No hot water for our showers. Bathroom cabinets were falling apart. Very comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Upgraded to Junior suite. Hot tub was a nice bonus. Bed was comfortable. Short walk to beach across the street. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not overlook beach but less than 30 feet from the sand. Great location. Very pleased. Hope to return soon
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026