South Kihei Condominium Guide
Kamaole Beach Royale
Elevated condominium living near Kamaole Beach I in south Kihei.
Kamaole Beach Royale Condos for Sale
Current active listings at Kamaole Beach Royale.
Elevated Condominium Living
Kamaole Beach Royale offers a different ownership experience from many of South Kihei's low-rise condominium communities. Instead of choosing among buildings spread across several acres, buyers are choosing a residence within a vertical building near Kamaole Beach I.
That makes the decision more about floor, stack, orientation, view, lanai experience, and building condition. Two Kamaole Beach Royale condos with the same bedroom count can be very different purchases depending on where they sit within the building.
Its central Kihei location provides easy access to Kamaole Beach I, Charley Young Beach, and a highly walkable corridor of restaurants and shops, making it a compelling option for those seeking convenience and upper-floor ocean views.
Know Kamaole Beach Royale
A Vertical Building Guide
Floor + Stack = Experience
At Kamaole Beach Royale, understanding the building vertically and horizontally is key.
- The Floor: The first floor is entirely parking. The second floor is the only level with any view restrictions — some trees and the building in front partially block the ocean. From the third floor up, every unit has unrestricted ocean views, outer island sightings, and West Maui Mountain vistas.
- The Stack: The building runs parallel to the ocean, and every unit faces directly toward the water. End units benefit from extra side windows for additional light and cross ventilation.
- The Rooftop: The building is crowned with a rooftop recreation area, providing panoramic views even if your individual unit doesn't.
Find Your Unit
The unit number tells you exactly where you sit. The first digit typically indicates the floor, and the remaining digits indicate the stack.
Inside Kamaole Beach Royale
1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom floor plans — all facing the ocean.
1-Bedroom Residences
1-bedroom layouts offer efficient living spaces with a primary suite, full kitchen, living area, and a private lanai facing the ocean.
2-Bedroom Residences
2-bedroom layouts provide additional guest space or work-from-home flexibility, all with ocean-facing lanais. End units feature extra side windows for more light.
3-Bedroom Residences
3-bedroom layouts offer the most spacious living at Kamaole Beach Royale, ideal for families or those wanting extra room. All face the ocean with generous lanai space.
Individually Owned Residences
Kamaole Beach Royale is an established building from the 1970s. Buyers will encounter a wide range of interior conditions—from original finishes to completely modernized spaces with updated kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, and air conditioning. The building may be the same, but the interiors are not.
Understanding the Views
Every unit faces the ocean — the floor determines how much you see.
Every unit at Kamaole Beach Royale faces the ocean — the building runs parallel to the shoreline. What changes is how much of the ocean you see based on your floor.
- 3rd Floor & UpFrom the third floor up, every unit has unrestricted ocean views with clear sightlines to the Pacific, outer islands, and the West Maui Mountains. No obstructions.
- 2nd FloorThe second floor is the only level with any view restriction. Some trees and the building in front partially block the ocean, though water is still visible.
- The Lanai ExperienceEvery lanai faces the ocean directly. Higher floors catch more trade winds and enjoy broader panoramic sightlines, while the second floor offers a more intimate, closer-to-landscape feel.
The Rooftop Recreation Area
One of Kamaole Beach Royale's signature amenities is its rooftop area. This space provides common ocean-view recreation even for owners whose individual residence does not have the building's strongest ocean orientation.
It typically features BBQ grills, seating, and panoramic sightlines spanning from Haleakala to the Pacific Ocean, making it a popular gathering spot for sunsets.
Central Kihei
Kamaole Beach I & Walkability
How Do You Get to the Beach?
Kamaole Beach Royale sits just inland from South Kihei Road. Accessing Kamaole Beach I involves a short walk from the building, crossing South Kihei Road at the nearest crosswalk, and entering the beach park.
Kamaole I offers a beautiful sandy shoreline, lifeguard coverage, restrooms, showers, and excellent swimming and snorkeling conditions when the weather permits. Charley Young Beach is also immediately to the north.
Dining & Shops
Central Kihei's vibrant restaurant scene, coffee shops, and convenience stores are easily walkable.
Pool & Amenities
In addition to the beach, the property features a ground-level swimming pool for owners and guests.
South Kihei Road
Proximity to the road means convenience, but certain stacks may experience more road exposure.
What Buyers Should Know
Practical considerations for owning in an established vertical building.
Building Systems
Vertical condominium ownership creates interconnected systems. Elevators, plumbing stacks, roof waterproofing, and fire/life-safety systems require careful association planning.
Elevators
Review the modernization history and reserve funding for elevator maintenance, as they are critical for upper-floor access.
Rental Use
Verify current Maui County zoning and AOAO rules regarding short-term vacation rentals. Do not rely solely on historical use.
Parking
Verify the assigned stall, guest parking rules, and whether the stall location is convenient to the building entrance.
Renovation
Verify the condition of the specific unit, including AC systems, laundry configurations, and interior finishes.
Reserves & Insurance
Review the reserve study, master insurance policy, deductibles, and upcoming capital projects.
Local Perspective
"Kamaole Beach Royale is a property where the unit number can tell you a lot more than the complex name."
You're not choosing among a dozen buildings scattered across resort grounds. You're choosing where you sit vertically within one building. Every unit faces the ocean, so the key question is which floor. The second floor has some tree and building obstruction, while the third floor up delivers unrestricted ocean, outer island, and West Maui Mountain views. The first floor is entirely parking.
Then there is the building itself: the elevators, the rooftop, the pool, the parking, and the association systems that keep a multi-story property operating. The location near Kamaole Beach I is easy to understand. The more important buyer question is: Which floor at Kamaole Beach Royale do you want to be on?
Recent Sales
Frequently Asked Questions
Thinking About Kamaole Beach Royale?
Kamaole Beach Royale combines a central Kihei location near Kamaole Beach I with the view potential and convenience of vertical condominium living. Every unit faces the ocean, but floor level matters — the 1st floor is parking, the 2nd floor has partial obstruction, and the 3rd floor up delivers unrestricted ocean, outer island, and West Maui Mountain views. Real Maui Life can help you understand those differences before you buy.