I will have to admit that when I found out we would be staying in room 220, having read a previous review stating that 220 was "Run down, and in need of an update", I expected the worst.

When we arrived at the Kahana Reef, I left the luggage in the car and went right up to the room. I opened the door to find a very clean, nicely furnished condo. There was a note from the maid saying if we needed anything to please call her. There were plenty of clean towels, the bedding was clean, basically nothing like I had imagined.

The view from the lanai is fabulous. The residents of the Kahana Reef are very friendly. We cooked out on the gas grills one night. The pool is very clean (and warm). There is a good Chinese restaurant just across the street. The Maui Brewing Co. is about a block away.

Lahaina was about a 15 minute drive away.

One of the complaints about the Kahana Reef is that there is no air conditioning. This may be a issue in July, but was certianly not a problem for us (there was a ceiling fan in the bedroom and in the living room)

As far as being "run down" this is definately not the case in my opinion. Are there a couple of things that could be updated? Certainly, but from what I seen it's mostly a couple minor cosmetic things.

There was a unit on the floor above us (317) for sale, so we decided to check it out one morning. This condo had been remodeled and was outstanding. New cabinets, granite countertops, completely new bathroom etc...

As a final thought, if you are the type of person who just has to have room service, someone to carry your luggage, clean linens every day and expects 4 star treatment, then go stay down the road at the Ritz Carlton". However, if you are looking for a quiet place with a fabulous view, to be your "home away from home" for a few days...then the Kahana Reef is definately worth checking out. We will most definately come back!

My sister and I just returned from a relaxing week at the Kahana Reef. We stayed in Unit 107, a beautifully renovated ground floor unit with a new kitchen, granite countertops, beautiful artwork and furnishings. Absolutely perfect!.
Enjoyed dinners on the Lanai beside the pool and BBQ area. Met some very welcoming owners who gave us great advice on what to do on our vacation. The helicopter ride over Molakai was amazing!
The complex is older but the grounds are very well maintained. The units are individually owned and are not all as nice as our unit. Our parents stayed in Unit 220 which was run down and in need of an update.
The complex is right on the water but the beach is located next door and is perfect for swimming. The Kahana Reef is a short drive to the town of Lahaina and to great snorkling at Black Rock and Napili Beach.
If you are looking for a laid back week in an economical oceanfront condo, this is the place for you.

You can't get a better view of the ocean and can fall asleep to waves your so close. If your looking for simplicity, peace, and quiet this is your place. A 5 minute drive south to the beaches (north of the black rock), can bring you some amazing snorkeling. Also Kahana is between Kaanapali and Napili, offering various dining options each way.

Awesome, we had a wonderful stay in 313. Condo was kept clean. Quiet, peaceful and the locals were just great. I will be going back next year. Spectacular views. Wonderful pool and just a delightful stay.