Title: Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui ## Photo gallery for Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui ![Exterior - Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui (Paia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106270000/106262700/106262673/35ca37f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo - Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui (Paia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106270000/106262700/106262673/37b8e98f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui (Paia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106270000/106262700/106262673/87e72139.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Ping pong, books - Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui (Paia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106270000/106262700/106262673/32e45d92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui (Paia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106270000/106262700/106262673/3a9e1821.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Mangolani Inn offers a refreshing alternative to Maui's mega resorts with its luxurious tropical sanctuary just steps from the coolest little beach town. Enjoy mesmerizing ocean views, colorful local art works, and a beautifully appointed studio with 14 ft. ceilings and clerestory windows. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui Mangolani Inn is a refreshing alternative to Maui's mega resorts. Live a more like a local by staying in our luxurious award winning tropical sanctuary walking distance from the coolest little beach town in Maui. The historic sugar plantation town of Paia has some of the best restaurants, boutiques and beaches on Maui. The old store fronts have been repurposed into unique one of a kind mom and pop businesses you won't find anywhere else on Maui. The Ocean View our newest premier studio on property is located on the second floor and enjoys a mesmerizing ocean view from the outer reefs of Spreckelsville to Kahakaloa and beyond. It has a king size bed, full size sofa sleeper, coffee table, dresser, custom tile shower, AC and comfortable wicker chairs. The walls are adorned with colorful original art works from local artists. It’s our brightest, most airy space with 14 ft. ceilings and clerestory windows. It has a 12 ft. sliding glass door that opens up to a beautiful wrap around iron wood lanai. In the winter months you can see kite surfers, wing foilers and big wave tow surfers enjoying the spectacular waves breaking on the outer reefs. Downstairs is a shared outdoor wet bar kitchenette / BBQ / alfresco dinning equipped with a beverage center and mini fridge. Mangolani Inn is a very private gated and walled compound that requires a code to enter. We have plenty of secured off street parking and outdoor spaces to relax. A few doors up the street is a Yoga Shala and organic cafe. It's a perfect location to start your daily adventures to anywhere on island. If you like organic food, yoga, surfing and getting away from tourist trap mega resorts then you found the best place to stay on Maui. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Table tennis - Water sports equipment ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Bicycle parking - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Solar energy ## Similar properties ![Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94480000/94472700/94472672/d7eb1ac1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Condo w/ Lanai at Beginning of Road to Hana! 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Please wash off in the outdoor shower. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 2250060110000, BBPH2012/0001, TA-011-684-2496-01, GE-011-684-2496-01 ## About the area Paia is home to this apartment. Alexander and Baldwin Sugar Museum and Iao Theater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit One Love Farmers Market and Haliʻimaile Farmer's Market. Maui Gold Pineapple Farm and Schaefer International Gallery are also worth visiting. [Visit our Paia travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paia.dx11834) [View more Apartments in Paia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paia-Apartments.d11834-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=20.911646,-156.3758&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7Bdt%7EBvcmy%5C%3FS%3FM%3FS%40M%40O%3FQ%40O%40Q%40MBS%40MBQBO%40OBQBMDOBODQBMDODMDODODODMFOFMDOFOFKFMFOHKFOHKFMHMHKHMHMHKJKHKJKHKJKJIJKHKLGJKJIJILGJILGJILILGJINEJILCLINELELELGNCLENELELCNENCLANANGLAN%3FNCNANCL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FNBN%40NBL%3FN%40NFN%40L%40NBLDNBLDNDLDNBLFLDLDLDLHNBJHLDLHLFLHJHLFJHLFJHJHJJJFJJJJJHJJHJJJHJHJJJHLHLHJFLHLHJFNHJFNFLFJFNDNFLDNFLDNDNDNDLDNBLDPBNBNDLBP%40NBNBP%40L%40RBL%40P%40N%3FP%40N%3FL%40R%3FL%3FR%3FP%3FLAP%3FNAL%3FRALAPCNAPANCPCNALCPENCNCLERCLENENELENELGNENGLENGLGLGLGNIJGNIJINGHIJINIJKJIJILKJIJKJKFKLKJKFKLKFKFMHKHMFKHMFMHMFMFKFODMHMDMDMDMDODMDODMDOBMDO%40MBOBOBOBM%3FO%40OBO%40M%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCM%3FOAOCOAO%3FMCOCOCMCOAOEMCMEOEMEOEMEMEMEOEMIMEKGOGKGMIMGKIMGKIMIKGKGKMMGIKKMKGKKIKKKIMKKIKIKIOIKIIGOIKGOIKGOGMGMGMEOGMGOEOEMEOEMEOEOCMESCMEOCOCQAMCOCQAOCQAOAQAM%3FSAMAO%3FQ%3FM%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YprsjbuTPWfmEx31qZXEqwnc05k=) Paia, HI ### What's nearby - ![Lower Paia Park featuring general coastal views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/505146/eb316a50-fb4c-4665-95bd-4824d078db4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lower Paia Park 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Waves breaking on the rocks on a sunny day during a spectacular ocean view Paia, Maui, Hawaii, USA; Shutterstock ID 261801152](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496878/adf24361-b10a-473e-951c-aaf50f197e93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Paia Bay 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles - ![Lovely contrast of the trees and sky #BeachBond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11834/a69e2443-6f59-4b58-9ff8-53685afb2bf8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Baldwin Beach 4 min drive \- 1.9 miles - One Love Farmers Market 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Mantokuji Soto Zen Temple of Maui 2 min drive \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Kahului, HI (OGG) 18 min drive ### Restaurants - Minit Stop 12 min walk - Mama's Fish House 5 min drive - Paia Fish Market Restaurant 12 min walk - Flatbread Company 13 min walk - Paia Bay Coffee & Bar 13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui? ### What time is check-in at Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui? ### What time is check-out at Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui? ### Where is Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Modern ocean view suite walking distance to the coolest beach town in Maui Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise C. 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Maui Paradise We were in awe of Dave’s gorgeous home and property, the location is perfect to walking down into town for an Acai Bowl or Shaved Ice, to PAIA Fish House or pizza at Flatbread Company!! Dave's communication is great, he takes pride in his home and shares tips about what to see, do & eat. Studio was perfect for us, with so many additional amenities in the common areas. Loved the swing ! Outdoor shower was being finished while we were there - looks stunning! We will be back and we would highly recommend Dave's beautiful home. Thank you so very much - Aloha ##### Denise C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### john l. 5 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet beauty Incredible property in an incredible setting. We've already recommended to friends. we will be back. ##### john l. 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