Everything about this place was incredible- the check in process was all automated and smooth, with gate/door codes sent via text. I called the day of check-in to see whether checking in early would be possible, and the representative was able to get an update from the property and send over an early access code.
It looks like the rates for this particular place can fluctuate a bit, but the price I paid for 3 nights was substantially lower than a majority of places that I could find, and getting that rate to stay at the Bay Villas felt like a steal.
The villa itself was gorgeous, with great views from essentially anywhere in the living space. Guest services arranged for a complimentary pack n play and high chair to be in the unit when we arrived. The one bedroom/two bathroom setup was perfect for traveling with a toddler, as we just turned the second bathroom into a nursery (pack n play just fit inside with enough room to close the door).
The photos might make you question how obtrusive the maintenance shed is when taking in the view, and it really was not bad at all. We saw plenty of breaching whales from the lanai, and having that lawn in front as opposed to being directly on the ocean was actually perfect for us, as it gave our daughter some freedom to run around without us having to worry about her toddling into the ocean.
AC worked great, kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals, and the master shower was over-the-top to the point of making us question the design rationale.
Location was secluded, with the villas themselves being a gated resort, and this unit being pretty far down towards the ocean. Still only 20 minutes to Lahaina, and the Kapalua coastal trail is directly out front, which made walking to Kapalua bay to swim super easy.
There is a flight of stairs to get down to the unit from street level, which was somewhat challenging with a 50 pound duffle bag, but it was not too bad. There is a way to access the unit without using stairs, it is just a more round about way via a parking lot that has a sloped walkway leading to the lawn out front.
Would definitely look into staying here again if we return to Maui!
