The Gardens at West Maui Reviews & Ratings

We have been staying at the Gardens at West Maui every year and sometimes twice a year for the last 15+ years. We find the accommodations to be more than adequate for our preferred (quieter) life style. It more than serves our needs as a "base camp" to see and/or do almost any thing on the island.

The studio with a murphy bed, yet a full kitchen was just perfect since all we did was sleep here. Our key was waiting for us in a hide-away since we arrived very late at night. The garden walk to the room was lovely in daylight, right past the pool and hottub, which we only used once. Our unit had an owner that loved it, cuz they left beach chairs, boogie boards and coolers for our use. This is not a 'RESORT', it is a delightful garden hide- away within walking distance to beautiful beaches. Remember while you are here, you need to be on ISLAND TIME, enjoy the rest and plan your daily excursions accordingly.

This was our 2nd time that we stay at Gardens at West Maui. The complex is in a wonderful spot and accross the street from one of the most beautiful beaches in the USA. The staff was exceptional. Our request were granted immediately. Yes, there were roosters next to our condo. Not a problem because the air conditioners tuned out the noise. The condos are well taken care of. We thoroughly love this complex and are very proud owner of this timeshare.

Roosters,Roosters,and more Roosters between 50 and 100. Fighting cocks I might add. Hours of crowing 4am to 1am. Oh by the way I know its illegal to have cock fights in Hawaii but dont tell the locals. I was told the police turn a blind eye. One evening I heard screaming and yelling next door like the locals were having a party and I couldn't hear the roosters so I looked out my top floor window. What I saw was 10 or so cars and trucks parked in the dirt yard and the people standing around a pen about waist high one person was taking the wagers. The noise continued until 1am when I decided that was enough so I called the after hours number they gave us at the Sands of Kahana, they were sorry,explained there was a law on the island about no loud noises after 10.30pm. Five minutes after the call the gambling stopped and people started leaving. We were in Bldg.1 but I was told it didn't matter. Anyway it doesn't matter to us as well we won't be staying there again even though the room was 3 star. Maui was beautiful as usual and we were celebrating our 4th we were married barefooted on Ironwood Beach walking distance from timeshare. Lots of people enjoying walking all around this area the property borders Kapula golf course that has to popular restaurants plantation house and pineapple grill (my fav). Sea House restaurant across street A+, the gazebo b-(14 tables) long wait not much of a selection and food average, but ocean view. But the sea house restaurant is also ocean view our average dinner bill at these restaurants $80.00 a couple including 1 drink. If you decide to go to Chez Paul restaurant located just south of Lahaina expect to pay $130+ but worth it,well maybe. If you go to Lahana eat at Whalers yum,yum great views. If you go to kannapali eat at the hula grill you can put your feet in the sand listen to your wife tell you what a wonderful time shes having while your sipping on a umbella drink and looking at the to closest islands. The rusty harpoon next door is second choice. After a tough day on the beach, or shopping or whale watching you'll need to stop in at the Maui Brewing Co. they brew there own, lots of choices so enjoy, plus it's close by the timeshare Oh, don't forget Mama's Fish House great view, great food, sometimes slow service because it's so popular and it's fairly pricey. Don't forget to make reservations at these places otherwise you won't get in and you'll have to eat the food you bought at costco 1 mile from airport. Take my advice bring plenty of money,or plastic, visit musems,aquariums(maui has a beautiful one) and there's a great restaurant next door also parks there is a lot of history there, defintely take the road to Hana. Don't forget Maui has 4 sides East, West North, and South just stay away from the roosters, exchange at Sands of Kahana, Kahana Beach, Marriot,Kaanapali Beach instead. Enyoy the beaches,sand and surf and take that special person on a dinner cruise. Mahalo

Just got back from a vacation in Maui. This resort is an old apartment complex that was converted to a timeshare property. It does not have a full-time staff available to address your issues. You check in by calling a phone on the side of the building which directs you to someone at the Sands of Kahana. They give you a combination to a mini box on the side of the building, and your key and room information are located inside. The morning after you arrive, you are asked to go to the office to register where you are seen by an activities director who convince you to attend a timeshare presentation at the Sands of Kahana in order to receive reduced fees on activities. A little homework and shopping around will allow you to purchase these same activities at the reduced price without the timeshare presentation.

The room was pleasantly decorated and well stocked. Unfortunately we read about the roosters after we booked and we were not able to move after being assigned to Building 1. Believe me, you will not want to stay in this building unless you like roosters! The roosters woke me up at 4AM and never stopped crowing. I hoped that going into the main living area would decrease the noise, but it was only louder there.

The room also had a stale cooking smell and the TV did not get clear channel reception. After less than 24 hours, I knew either I or the roosters would not survive the entire week and my husband graciously removed me from the premises.

The location to Napili and Kapalua beaches was excellent -- walking distance to each. The snorkeling at these 2 beaches was wonderful and even though we left this "resort" we spent several days at these beaches. This area also gets a lot of rain. When we relocated 2 miles down the road to Kahana, we saw much more sun. Ka'anapali which is only a few more miles down the road rarely had any rain during our stay.

Just returned from several days at the Gardens at West Maui. I am sorry to report that this was not a good place to stay. We were at first in Building 1 which is closest to the street and directly overlooks the neighboring lot which I am told is Hawaiian Homestead land. There is a lot of tension between the folks who live there and the condo occupants who generally will not like the level of noise and the rooster population. I asked to move and we were given a unit in building 4. This was better but we could still hear the roosters (4am to approx 7pm) and then there was noise from the properties behind (trucks, chain saws, music). One evening I witnessed an unfortunate incident in which one of the neighbors screamed obscenities at a family using the barbecue next to the pool. The family left the area quickly. Buildings 2 and 3 face the golf course and are probably the most quiet.