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Unit 9 Waena Inn - Maui Private Suite

Apartment in Wailuku with kitchen

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Room
Private kitchen
Dining
Bathroom
Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 327.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Maui Nui Botanical Gardens
  • Place, Maui Arts and Cultural Center
  • Place, Maui Tropical Plantation
  • Airport, Kahului, HI (OGG)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Unit 19

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Unit 9 Waena Inn - Maui Private Suite

Waena Inn offers a comfortable and authentic Maui lodging experience in the historic town of Wailuku. Our property features private studio-style suites, each thoughtfully designed for simplicity, convenience, and value. With units approximately 300 sq. ft., guests may choose between ground-level rooms with 9 ft. ceilings or upstairs rooms with 12 ft. ceilings for an open and airy feel. ADA-accessible units and additional bedding options are available to accommodate a variety of travel needs.
What makes Waena Inn special is its central location and local character. Just 8–12 minutes from OGG Kahului Airport and 5–10 minutes from Maui Memorial Medical Center, Kaiser, and other medical facilities, our inn is especially appreciated by traveling nurses, visiting families, business guests, and travelers who want easy access to explore the island. Guests also enjoy being close to ʻIao Valley, local coffee shops, small eateries, and Wailuku’s vibrant arts and cultural district.
We offer self-check-in convenience, consistent cleanliness, and a welcoming atmosphere rooted in the spirit of Aloha. If you’re seeking comfort, location, and a genuine island experience—not a resort environment—Waena Inn is an ideal place to stay. Plus FREE ample parking onsite.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number GE-069-028-0960-01, TA-069-028-0960-01, 340390790000

About the area

Wailuku

Wailuku is home to this apartment. Iao Theater and Bailey House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waiehu Golf Course and Regal Maui Mall. Maui Nui Botanical Gardens and Hawaii Nature Center of Iao Valley are also worth visiting.
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Wailuku, HI

What's nearby

  • Maui Nui Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Maui Arts and Cultural Center - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Maui Tropical Plantation - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Maalaea Harbor - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Maui Ocean Center - 14 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sam Sato's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪TJ's Warehouse Outlet - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tiffany's Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Crust Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Grille - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unit 9 Waena Inn - Maui Private Suite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unit 9 Waena Inn - Maui Private Suite?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unit 9 Waena Inn - Maui Private Suite?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unit 9 Waena Inn - Maui Private Suite located?

Situated in Wailuku, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Iao Theater, Kahului Bay and Kaʻahumanu Church. Bailey House Museum and Haleki'i-Pihana Heiau State Monument are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gibran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an amazing stay. Really enjoyed the overall privacy we were provided.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience.

Needed a reasonable VRBO spot close to airport. Property was very clean and well run. Not alot of feeding options nearby, but Tiffany’s a nearby bar/grill had really well prepared food and service. Ice cold AC and very good WiFi.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was nice, clean, sink, fridge, coffee and TV. Very nice!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Budget friendly and comfortable

Location was super convenient. We enjoyed exploring a completely different part of Maui. It was awesome that they offered to put an Air mattress in the room for us so my teenage boys could have their own bed! Very clean and fresh feeling! It was awesome that they had an area that included random beach items that could be borrowed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Charles W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight stay close to airport

Good for an overnight stay for family of five to crash on way back from Hana before flying out of airport in the morning. Place was as listed and clean. It was one room for the five of us and the blow up mattress was less than desirable but better than buying two hotel rooms for the night. Would be super for family of three. Pay laundry was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hansana O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is near a lot of restaurants and store. Host provided beach equipment and towels. Would definitely recommend to others
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gala

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We only stayed one night, but the property was just as described by owner. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and easy overnight

Stayed here after a late flight in. Self check-in process was as easy as getting the key from a lock box. We even had a blow-up mattress already made up for our youngest to sleep on the floor. Low road noise, and owners were very nice upon meeting them the following morning. We'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We found out that this location is close to some amazing bakeries, coffee, shops, and dining options in the surrounding Wailuku. The grocery store we needed as well as shopping centers were all less than 10 minutes away. It was easy to find even in the rain with the big address on the entrance wall. The instructions were easy, and the photos were exactly as expected. It was quiet we were able to come and go as we please without any questions or interacting with anyone which was great because we had plans every day of the trip, and it was a great home Base.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a great stay. Room was clean and tidy and the check in process was so quick :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, as advertised

Accommodating host. Allowed us to check in early.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Tight space next to the road up against a hill with no outside space to enjoy. The place was clean with easy access to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sreekanth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jaya

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

alex

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Eric Ong

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Aloha 🌺

I’m a long-time kamaʻāina (local) here in Hawaiʻi and help run our family-owned, small lodging inn here on Maui. My wife and I are raising our five children who were all born and raised on the island. We feel very fortunate to live here and to call Maui home.

Maui is a beautiful and special place, and as many visitors learn, the cost of living here is among the highest in the country — especially housing. Your choice to stay with a local family-run business directly supports our community and helps us continue to provide comfortable, welcoming accommodations for travelers.
From our ʻohana to yours, mahalo for supporting local and choosing to stay with us. We look forward to sharing the spirit of Aloha with you during your visit. 🌈🤙

Why they chose this property

Our property is located in Wailuku, a historic and authentic Maui town known for its relaxed, local atmosphere. This is not a resort area — Wailuku offers a genuine island experience where residents live, work, and gather.

We are conveniently located:
~ 8–12 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG)
~ 5–10 minutes from Maui Memorial Medical Center, Kaiser, and most medical facilities
~ Close to local cafés, bakeries, boutique shops, and cultural landmarks
~ A short drive to ʻIao Valley, Central Maui beaches, and scenic hiking areas

Wailuku is also centrally positioned, making it easy to explore all sides of the island without being in a crowded tourist zone. It’s a great choice for travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and a more authentic Maui experience.

What makes this property unique

Experience authentic Maui living in this cozy and thoughtfully designed suites located in the historic town of Wailuku. This modern 300 sq ft Suite offers comfort, convenience, and local charm — perfect for travelers looking to explore the island beyond the resort areas.

The studio suites includes a small kitchenette, a private bathroom, A/C, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, and ample free parking on site. Large windows bring in natural light with views toward the West Maui Mountains, letting in the cool island breeze.

We are located in the center of Maui, making it easy to explore both the west and east sides of the island.
• 8–10 minutes to OGG Kahului Airport
• 10–15 minutes to beautiful beaches
• Close to ʻIao Valley, local coffee shops, food spots, and historic Wailuku town

This is an ideal location for travelers wanting a laid-back, local Maui experience.

Languages:

English

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