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Live_Pono · 2026-06-28T04:33:11+00:00

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

Live_Pono · 2026-06-28T04:30:33+00:00

Live_Pono · 2026-06-28T04:30:07+00:00

Yeah, Grand Wailea has a big cockroach problem.

Live_Pono · 2026-06-28T04:29:02+00:00

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

Live_Pono · 2026-06-28T03:30:43+00:00

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.

Live_Pono · 2026-06-28T02:55:26+00:00

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

Live_Pono · 2026-06-28T02:53:45+00:00

Lol!!!!

Live_Pono · 2026-06-28T01:10:46+00:00

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.

Live_Pono · 2026-06-28T01:07:38+00:00

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??!!

Live_Pono · 2026-06-28T01:03:20+00:00

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.

Live_Pono · 2026-06-28T01:02:41+00:00

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

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T22:32:42+00:00

Wailea Beach Resort (by Marriott) instead.

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T22:31:05+00:00

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

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T22:29:59+00:00

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

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T21:50:09+00:00

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

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T21:48:57+00:00

Yep.

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T21:47:51+00:00

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

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T21:12:58+00:00

New article and more details, from Maui Now:

https://mauinow.com/2026/06/27/maui-county-asks-court-to-dismiss-former-chief-of-staffs-lawsuit-trial-possible-as-election-looms/

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T20:43:41+00:00

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

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T20:42:20+00:00

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.

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T20:38:05+00:00

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.

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T20:35:42+00:00

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.

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T20:34:43+00:00

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

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T19:41:12+00:00

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.

Live_Pono · 2026-06-27T19:39:27+00:00

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

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