Great resort close to the ocean. Perfect for older couples or families. Not a ton of walking just to get to the beach. Check out pictures of the resort. Tennis courts and beach volleyball are perfect for families. Nice and reasonably priced restaurant on the property and McDonalds is one block away. Large units originally built as condos,away from all the big crowds at Kaanapali beach. If you are looking for a nice comfortable, less crowded resort, this is the place for you. This is not a Westin or Marriott but perfect for real families that want to be close to the ocean and don't want to walk for 10 minutes to get to the beach or pools!

The Sands of Kahana is located on a quiet(er) beach in West Maui between Lahaina and Kapalua, providing entertainment opportunities in both directions. What is most impressive about the Sands of Kahana, especially the 3BR units, is the size of the units. The 3BR (which we own) is over 2,500 sq. feet and is designed like a condo/apartment vs. a hotel. Every unit comes with a full kitchen, which helps keep food expenses down; there are also several outdoor grills to prepare food.

This was a great place for my family. We go to Maui for the beach, and we think the beach at this resort is wonderful! It doesn't show as good on photos because it is not white sand, but it is a wonderful soft "tan" sand. The beach has something for everyone. Right as you exit the resort onto the beach the waves are calm enough for very young children. Twenty-thirty feet to the right or left, they start getting zippier enough to be exciting for older kids and adults. If you follow the beach to the left there is an outcropping of rocks...with sea turtles and snorkeling. We counted 7 sea turtles there one day. And twice during our two weeks a seal was there. Follow the beach to the right for a nice walk and to see the black sand. If this sounds like your kind of thing, you will love the Sands of Kahana. Looking at my maui guidebooks I would have to say this is the most underappreciated beach on the island...which is why it is wonderfully private!