Wailea Elua Village
Wailea condos offering ocean-view patios, full kitchens, and a short walk to the beach.
The verdict
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Wailea Elua Village is a gated condo complex set close to the beach and Kihei amenities, offering quiet grounds, a pool, and pickleball courts. Guests praise the comfortable beds, fully equipped kitchens, and panoramic ocean and sunset views from condo patios. However, none of the buildings have elevators, and units near the outer edge of the property suffer from road traffic noise. 139318
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What travelers noticed
- Guests consistently praise the ocean views, spectacular sunset vistas from private patios, and the short five-minute walk to the beach. 38
- Beds and linens are widely noted as comfortable, and units feature spacious bathrooms and well-equipped kitchens with quality cookware. 8313
- The property staff and management receive praise for courteous, responsive service and easy reservation assistance. 13
The catch
- Condo interiors vary by owner, with some guests finding fresh, modern furniture while others encounter dated 1990s-style dressers and heavy stone tables. 26
- While interior units are described as quiet and secluded, condos situated along the outer perimeter pick up street noise and involve multiple stairs to reach the beach. 9
Who it's for
- — Families and groups wanting self-catering condos with full kitchens
- — Travelers seeking ocean-view patios and easy beach access
- — Guests looking for amenities like swimming pools and a pickleball court
Skip it if
- — Travelers with mobility issues who require elevator access
- — Light sleepers booking outer units exposed to road traffic noise
- — Guests expecting uniform, modern decor across all units
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“With views of the West Maui and island of Lai, it always makes my heart full.”
youtube.com1:43“there's plenty of parking and I'm sorry no buildings have elevators”
youtube.com0:42“W Lua is secured with a gate and there are security guards that are there every day so brings a further feeling of Safet…”
youtube.com2:38“so you're right there in the resort area which you and your guests are going to love it's convenient it's close to all o…”
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Score breakdown
How the 92/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
91Nothing quotable yet on this one — the score leans on the rest of the coverage.
Food
92Location
97- “Convenient location to Ulua Beach and The Shops at Wailea. Excellent communication from the hosts as well.” 8
- “This unit is also located in walking distance to a beach and two private pools on site. It is also walkable to all of the other hotels by a beach path which made it easier to meet friends and walk to get food, light groceries, shopping on the Wailea strip.” 13
Noise
91- “This was our 11th visit to the island and we have always stayed in the Wailea area. We absolutely love staying in the Elua village and this unit was spectacular. Awesome ocean view. Private. Quiet.” 8
- “Unit 1804 fits our needs perfectly (we have stayed there several times and book the 2-bedroom option) and is much nicer than several of the other units we have rented. It is well-equipped, nicely furnished, has a great shady lanai with very nice ocean views and is very quiet.” 8
Room
90- “The decorations and furniture are new and very pleasing and the home is very clean!” 3
- “The unit was perfect - very, very spacious and beautifully decorated. The furniture is extremely comfortable and new. The kitchen is well appointed with first class appliances. It has a great view of the ocean.” 13
Service
91Bed & Sleep
89- “The beds and linens makes you want to stay in bed! The kitchen was so well stocked and we really, really appreciated the great quality of knives and pots!” 3
Value
85- “I stayed at Wailea Elua in December and the location was amazing! Definitely worth the extra money.” 9
- “You can also catch the free shuttle from the resort, which will take you directly to the golden sands of Wailea Beach. It's definitely one of the more expensive vacation rentals in Wailea, but it's worth it if you want a truly VIP experience!” 5
Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-08-24
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
On par with what $$$ usually buys
Scores level with the upscale median of 92, across 375 hotels in the same bracket. In Maui it sits 3 points above the local median of 89.
- This hotel
- 92
- Bracket median
- 92
- Index median
- 90
Based on 375 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
- 13 mentions
- 2 mentions
- 1 mention
No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
View the 76 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “The hosts are great and promptly answered any questions we had. Would definitely recommend staying at this location.” 3
- “malandterv • 6mo ago We really liked Ekolu but only stayed once for that reason. We really liked Ekolu but only stayed once for that reason. It's just too far to walk to the beach so you end up driving instead.” 9
- “The space the grounds the location, this place is so special. We have been taking our kids to Hawaii for 25 years and this is possibly our favorite so far.” 31
- “The apartment was well equipped and the location was great.” 2
- “Makena Surf is one of the only vacation rental properties in Makena, so it's a no-brainer if you're set on staying in the area. And while it's a beautiful condominium with a breathtaking beachfront location, it can be a tad far from civilization.” 5
- “Convenient location to Ulua Beach and The Shops at Wailea. Excellent communication from the hosts as well.” 8
- “This unit is also located in walking distance to a beach and two private pools on site. It is also walkable to all of the other hotels by a beach path which made it easier to meet friends and walk to get food, light groceries, shopping on the Wailea strip.” 13
- “We also enjoyed the great restaurants and shopping nearby.We were extremely happy with every part of our experience and would definitely return. We loved the area so much - it felt very safe, quiet, and not overcrowded at all.” 13
- “Wailea Ekahi Village is one of the more affordable beachfront properties in Wailea. With a prime location directly on Keawakpau Beach, you're never more than a few steps from the ocean (or from the scenic Wailea Beach Walk that winds down the coast).” 5
- “The enviable location on the Wailea Beach Walk offers convenient access to beach activities, restaurants, lounges, and spas.” 11
- “They showed care from beginning, during and following our stay. This condo resort was great (Elua Village), quiet, on a calm, snorkel beach, walking distance to shops and restaurants, and all the comforts of home with housekeeping.” 7
- “Megan Posted: 3/28/2026 Great house Chase Posted: 2/27/2026 This was the perfect location to spend time in Maui. This was the perfect location to spend time in Maui. I will seek this location out in the future.” 13
- “Login or create an account The world is your oyster. This 152-unit upper-middle-range condo resort's best feature is its prime location along lovely Ulua Beach, a family-friendly beach that offers some of the best snorkeling in Maui.” 26
- “so you're right there in the resort area which you and your guests are going to love it's convenient it's close to all of the restaurants and shops” On camera153:09
- “Between those two, Elua is hands down nicer and yes the location is worth paying extra.” 9
- “CoralTree Residence Collection Management This was the perfect location to spend time in Maui. This was the perfect location to spend time in Maui. I will seek this location out in the future.” 13
- “Good Times at Elua Village This unit is perfect for a vacation in Wailea. This unit is perfect for a vacation in Wailea. The property looks like it was newly renovated. The views and location are A+.” 8
- “The location is amazing-walkable to the beach, the Wailea pathway and more.” 2
- “Wonderful location, facilities very nice. Condo well appointed with all that you need.” 3
- “Lovely tropical setting in a private neighborhood. Amazing ocean views and well appointed home in a gated community.” 3
- “Great location; youcan walk to wonderful shops and restaurants.” 3
- “The condos location is perfect. It's just a short 5 min walk to beach and the sunsets from the condos patio are spectacular.” 3
- “The beds were comfortable and the location was convenient.” 3
- “PERFECT LOCATION, FIRST CLASS SERVICE” 22
- “Great location and excellent views from this unit.” 2
- “Great location, great views, great amenities, and steps away from the beach.” 8
- “Great location in Wailea Elua with ocean view.” 2
- “Elua Village is the best location if you want to stay in Wailea. You are adjacent to The Marriot, Grand Wailea, The Four Seasons, and The Fairmont hotels.” 8
- “Wailea Elua Village is a private beachfront resort featuring 24 acres of neatly manicured lawns and gardens, sweeping ocean views, and spans the length of beautiful Ulua Beach.” 11
- “Great location and well appointed condo. We would definitely rent again.” 13
- “Large, nicely furnished Maui condos with an excellent location-Wailea Elua Village works.” 32
- “Amazing grounds, location, property, property staff. We'll be back. Thank you.” 13
- “Definitely worth the extra money. Our condo was on the outside of the community (closer to the road) and we heard a lot of traffic noise and there were a lot of stairs on the walk down to the beach (which made it a little harder for our guest with mobility issues).” 9
- “This was our 11th visit to the island and we have always stayed in the Wailea area. We absolutely love staying in the Elua village and this unit was spectacular. Awesome ocean view. Private. Quiet.” 8
- “Makena Surf south of wailea. Right on the beach, quiet, spacious. Only downside is that you really can't walk anywhere.” 9
- “Unit 1804 fits our needs perfectly (we have stayed there several times and book the 2-bedroom option) and is much nicer than several of the other units we have rented. It is well-equipped, nicely furnished, has a great shady lanai with very nice ocean views and is very quiet.” 8
- “They showed care from beginning, during and following our stay. This condo resort was great (Elua Village), quiet, on a calm, snorkel beach, walking distance to shops and restaurants, and all the comforts of home with housekeeping.” 7
- “This quiet 24-acre gated community flaunts breathtaking views and unparalleled relaxation” 18
- “The decorations and furniture are new and very pleasing and the home is very clean!” 3
- “The unit was perfect - very, very spacious and beautifully decorated. The furniture is extremely comfortable and new. The kitchen is well appointed with first class appliances. It has a great view of the ocean.” 13
- “The accommodations are roomier than most with even one bedroom units approaching 1200sf.” 12
- “This luxury property has 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom units in a variety of sizes and floorplans. They're all quite large (the smallest apartment is over 1,000 sq ft in size) and boast stunning views over the Pacific Ocean.” 5
- “The condo is a great size and the decor is just our style. The hosts are great and promptly answered any questions we had.” 3
- “Most of the deluxe 1, 2 and 3 bedroom condos overlook lush, garden areas and feature breathtaking ocean views.” 12
- “The owners were very quick to respond to any inquiries. We had 4 adults and 2 children and there was plenty of room.” 3
- “While you won't have that sense of staying in a private residence, every apartment does have some sort of ocean view from the lanai and master suite, which is a huge perk!” 5
- “Unit 1804 fits our needs perfectly (we have stayed there several times and book the 2-bedroom option) and is much nicer than several of the other units we have rented. It is well-equipped, nicely furnished, has a great shady lanai with very nice ocean views and is very quiet.” 8
- “The decorations and furniture are new and very pleasing and the home is very clean! It is one of the cleanest units I have ever stayed in... Kuods to the people that take care of the unit.” 3
- “The furniture is extremely comfortable and new.” 13
- “Each unit is individually owned, and the decor varies in each condo due to the owner's tastes. Some have older, slightly dated pieces, like 90s-style gold trimmed dressers and heavy stone slab tabletops.” 26
- “The unit owner was extremely responsive and accommodating to us, and the unit itself was clean, spacious, and comfortable.” 3
- “Everything is top notch; views, patio furniture, linens, fully equipped kitchen, and spacious bathrooms .Grounds are beautiful, staff is awesome.” 8
- “Check in was very smooth.” 7
- “Wonderful and responsive service. We would definitely stay here again!” 13
- “The check-in and check-out process is seamless, as well as communication with owners. This condo has an amazing view, easy accessibility to beach, pool, sports court, shopping, dining, and groceries.” 8
- “Communication was a breeze and Kate Was very professional and helpful.” 3
- “Beds were very comfortable and lots of towels.” 7
- “The check-in and check-out process is seamless, as well as communication with owners.” 8
- “Thank you for creating such an amazing experience for our whole family! Also the staff were amazing.” 13
- “the property managers were responsive and accommodating with anything we asked.” 7
- “Wonderful view, especially sunset view. Responsive staff. Easy check-in and check-out.” 13
- “The hosts were responsive and accommodating, and kindly approved our request for an early check-in, which we really appreciated after a long journey.” 2
- “Clean comfy condo nice kitchen.” 9
- “PERFECT LOCATION, FIRST CLASS SERVICE” 22
- “The hosts were responsive and accommodating, and kindly approved our request for an early check-in, which we really appreciated after a long journey.The villa was clean, well-maintained, and comfortable. We especially enjoyed the beautiful view from the windows and the convenient location.” 2
- “The staff were exceptional at supporting us with reservations and ideas for sights to see and we had a truly spectacular day out on a yacht whale watching and doing snuba .” 7
- “Amazing grounds, location, property, property staff. We'll be back. Thank you.” 13
- “I would definitely return and suggest this to any friend who wanted a lovely view directly onto the ocean and wanted to do some family nights at home.” 7
- “The beds are comfortable and the view is amazing and you feel somewhat secluded.” 3
- “It was wonderful! Very beautiful with an amazing view. It was Perfect for us.” 13
- “The kitchen is well appointed with first class appliances. It has a great view of the ocean.” 13
- “I stayed at Wailea Elua in December and the location was amazing! Definitely worth the extra money.” 9
- “You can also catch the free shuttle from the resort, which will take you directly to the golden sands of Wailea Beach. It's definitely one of the more expensive vacation rentals in Wailea, but it's worth it if you want a truly VIP experience!” 5
- “The beds and linens makes you want to stay in bed! The kitchen was so well stocked and we really, really appreciated the great quality of knives and pots!” 3
What we still don't know
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- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about floor level.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Food rests on 2 sources — too thin to rely on.
- 32 sources carry no publication date, so we cannot tell how current they are.
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Deep coverage · 63/100We read 32 sources for this property, and pulled 144 traveler insights worth knowing. Last checked 2026-08-28.
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- 2Wailea Elua Village 1510bookings.coraltreeresidencecollection.comReview siteDate not stated13 quotes used
“The apartment was well equipped and the location was great.”
Read originalbookings.coraltreeresidencecollection.com - 3Wailea Elua Village 101hawaiigaga.comReview siteDate not stated27 quotes used
“The hosts are great and promptly answered any questions we had. Would definitely recommend staying at this location.”
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- 5The 7 Best Vacation Rentals in Wailea and Makenathehawaiivacationguide.comReview siteDate not stated5 quotes used
“Makena Surf is one of the only vacation rental properties in Makena, so it's a no-brainer if you're set on staying in the area. And while it's a beautiful condominium with a breathtaking beachfront location, it can be a…”
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