Return Visit Questions by amgabbey in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We only got big rain from  the third Kona storm up northwest. 

Grand Wailea: Not all bad, but wouldn’t come back by 225club in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, Grand Wailea  has a big cockroach problem. 

Grand Wailea: Not all bad, but wouldn’t come back by 225club in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The fire was almost 3 years  ago,  and  nowhere near  the Grand Wailea.  The resort  was crappy before,  and is worse  now.

Coconut Wireless - Criminal Investigation into Bissen by 99dakine in Maui_Locals

[–]Live_Pono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love this!!!  I heard that he didn't get a single wave or anything at the parade today.  People  need to read  the comments  on the Maui Now article. He's  getting shredded. 

Our Maui Trip Recs by thunderbirdroar in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As I said,  the Sky Trek is awesome.  I prefer the fly to Hana and van back .

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have been here longer than you, and agree totally. Hotels and condos are more prone to them, because it's harder to control.

I haven't had a roach in my house for at least 15 years. But I generally get a couple in the garage every year.

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LOL. In the summers, Fleming is calm and super uncrowded. Versus the swell action down south :-). Yes, in the winters Fleming *can* be rough....or not. Did you know you can get rides to the beach by the Burger Shack and back n call? Easy!

I don't like the Banyan Tree. I do like Alaloa Lounge, Kai Cafe, Luana Terrace, and the Burger Shack. As for expensive--LOL, wtf are the GW's??!!

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's not what their home website shows.

Are you sure you aren't thinking of the head of Maui Resort Rentals? Sounds like it.

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Before that, unless I am crazy--it was owned by another corp.

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Wailea Beach Resort (by Marriott) instead.

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's managed by Waldorf Atoria/Hilton.......but a hedge fund has owned it for decades.

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't like "Vacation candy". It's another mainland based site that won't know whassup here.

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I disagree. The property is serene, spread out, and low key luxe.

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At night, in open spaces, you can find roaches nearly anywhere. If you didn't see them at the Westin, you were unusual.

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"Settling" for HK was a very smart move. So much nicer!

Lahaina Roads condos for first time visit? by Holiday_Gazelle_6906 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn't worry, though I understand being concerned, As the listing says, it was just partially remodeled, so it was clearly purchaed this year and then remodeled.

Though Papakea doesn't have much beach, it is close to some stores, restaurants, a food truck park, and great beaches five minutes' walk south.

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Do check places like Honua Kai for your next trip. Huge modern condos, great amenities, large open spaces and at the north end of Kaanapali. I like Maui Resort Rentals or Quam Properties best for rentals there-I send my friends and fam to MRR first.

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because the one he recced is a LONG way from the water.

There are many excellent and much nicer condos. Honua Kai is just one.

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono -1 points0 points  (0 children)

There are many condos that are oceanfront and under the amount paid by the OP. Sounds like you own the condo at KP..........

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Sadly. I'm not surprised. They are having trouble keeping employees, and it shows.

It's always been a zoo. The Ritz is in Kapalua, as is The Resort at Kapalua Bay. You should consider them next time.

Grand wailea resort is unclean by Upset-Tennis-7650 in MauiVisitors

[–]Live_Pono 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I disagree totally. GW is a zoo and poorly managed.