The Whaler, Maui

The Whaler is a premier condominium resort located in the heart of the famous Ka'anapali Beach in Hawaii. The resort has recently undergone over $30 million worth of renovations and enhancements, offering guests a range of amenities such as a state-of-the-art fitness center, tennis courts, beach-side pool with hydra-spa, on-site concierge, beach kiosk with towel service, gas grills, air conditioning, and underground parking. The Whaler is situated next to Whaler's Village Shopping Center, featuring 65 shops, restaurants, and a whaling museum. Guests can also enjoy easy access to two world-class golf courses and a paved promenade for strolling along Ka'anapali Beach. A daily resort fee of $26 covers parking, Wi-Fi, pool towels, beach chairs, gym access, tennis, and more. With its prime location and luxurious amenities, The Whaler offers vacationers a comfortable and convenient stay on one of the world's top-rated beaches.

    The Whaler Quick Facts:


  • Address: 2481 Kaanapali Pkwy,Kaanapali, HI 96761
  • Property Size: ~6.7 acres (360 units)
  • Reviews: 4.84 / 5.0 (from 4478 reviews)
  • Average Price: $649/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: The Whaler Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at The Whaler

The Whaler Average Rates


As of September 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at The Whaler is $649. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $1241. These averages include Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax as well as the cleaning and booking fees rentals charge. Also note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usually higher). Visit the The Whaler Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


Reviewer Portrait

The following executive summary is based on a comprehensive and impartial AI analysis of guest reviews. Keep in mind that all units are individually owned, and review scores among units can vary considerably.

Travelers consistently love The Whaler’s best‑in‑class location on Kaanapali Beach—steps to Black Rock for snorkeling and catamaran pickups, and next door to Whalers Village for dining and shopping. Many highlight sweeping ocean and mountain views from spacious lanais with frequent whale, turtle, and sunset sightings, along with beautifully maintained grounds, friendly staff, and smooth check‑in. It’s easy to go car‑free thanks to the beachfront path and walkable amenities.

As condo accommodations, units feel larger and more livable than hotels: most are well stocked with full kitchens, many have two bathrooms and flexible bedding (Murphy beds/sofa sleepers), and lots include beach gear. Free laundry is available on each floor (some units have in‑suite W/D). On‑site perks include a pool and hot tub, grills, towel service, and pickleball/tennis courts. Guests frequently praise responsive hosts/property managers and the relaxed, home‑plus‑resort vibe for both couples and families.

Trade‑offs to know: quality can vary by individually owned unit—while most are updated and very clean, a minority felt dated or had cleaning/maintenance lapses. Occasional building projects lead to weekday noise or temporary lanai closures, and village‑facing units can pick up restaurant/AC hum or early delivery noise. The pool and gym are modest, parking can fill late, and Kaanapali dining gets busy. Expect a daily resort/amenity fee (and sometimes parking). Tip: choose your exposure (north/Black Rock side is shadier/quieter; village side is sunnier with more activity), confirm any planned work and fees in advance, and book restaurant reservations early.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent The Whaler Reviews


Everything about this property was amazing! Our second time staying and will be booking again next year! Highly recommend!
Julie S.
June 2026

Thank you so much, Ian and Sue! You are such kind and wonderful hosts, and your property is absolutely amazing. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and can’t wait to come back again. Aloha and mahalo — until next time Monica and David
Monica Z.
June 2026

Wonderful stay - very comfortable bed and nice view! Would come back again
Caroline C.
June 2026

Spacious rooms made for the perfect experience!
Marshall H.
May 2026

Everything was perfect. Location excellent.
Debbie L.
May 2026

The condo was in a perfect location, great views of the ocean, clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend this place. It’s also close to shopping and plenty of really good restaurants. It’s also very spacious. We will certainly try to book this condo again. Next time we are back in Maui.
Dean D.
May 2026

Fantastic graduation getaway! Host was responsive and amazing to work with
Marianne M.
May 2026

Wonderful Unit, even better owner! You will be happy you made the decision to stay in this unit!
Trey B.
May 2026

We’ve been to the whaler many times, this was the first time in a two bedroom and it was well worth it. Keith and team were great to work with. Would definitely stay again.
Jason L.
May 2026

Awesome room with great views. Would stay here again
James O.
May 2026

Beautiful condo with wonderful view of the ocean. Will definitely stay here again. Mahalo!
Karen K.
May 2026

The beach view was beautiful, with 180 degree view and awesome sunsets at the condo. Very spacious condo and kitchen was fully stocked with cooking equipment. Hosts were very nice, and helpful, as was the front desk and activity coordinator.
Lana S.
May 2026

Perfect location to access the beach, restaurants, snorkeling, and other activities. The condo was comfortable and the grounds and staff were very friendly. Highly recommend this location.
Michael S.
May 2026

The Whaler property is very clean and well maintained. This unit is perfect for 2 people to relax and enjoy everything about Maui. The view from our balcony was excellent to enjoy breakfast and watch the sunrise. Or have a drink and watch the Black Rock divers each evening. The beach was clean and beautiful. The Whaler location is so convenient right next to Whalers village where there are plenty of places to shop or eat and drink. The owners were very responsive to our questions. We would definitely return in the future.
Richard H.
May 2026

It was great place to stay. Restaurant next to building made enjoying balcony difficult with constant smell of fried food.
Antonietta D.
May 2026

The views from the unit lived up to the pictures in the listing. We had everything we needed in the unit after a trip to the grocery store. We had easy walking access to the shops and restaurants on Kaanapali beach, and the underground parking was easy to access for the days we wanted to go exploring around the area. It was our first time using VRBO for a Maui vacation and I'm glad we made the change. We are looking forward to returning to Kaanapali and this unit in the future.
Susan S.
May 2026

Everything was perfect, 2nd year renting this unit!! Would highly recommend it!!
Linda W.
May 2026

Wonderful experience and stay! Thank you!
Marnie E.
May 2026

Beautiful location and very clean and well-appointed unit, We only had one issue and that was with a clogged sink but it was handled quickly. We will definitely be back!
Tara P. D.
May 2026

Great location
joseph g.
May 2026

Really enjoyed our stay. Was everything we expected!!

May 2026

What a great find! We loved our stay and are looking forward to coming back!!!
Wendy M.
May 2026

Everything was great. Host was promptly responsive when we wanted to shift our reservation dates. When we had a small problem with the shower they got maintenance to our room right away. Staff are all courteous and friendly.
Wendice S.
May 2026

The Whaler is a perfect location for anyone to stay at. It is very accessible to Whalers village, which is full of restaurants and shops. But it is the distance to the beach that makes it perfect.
dennise l.
May 2026

This is a great studio condo with beautiful views. Nicely equipped with beach chairs. We've stayed here twice and will again in the future.
Janet W.
May 2026

Such a great trip! We've stayed in this unit several times now and always been pleased. I especially enjoy having breakfast on the lanai, then walking the short distance down to the beach. The unit is on the north side of the tower, with a well-kept lawn just beyond the lanai, making it feel private. The unit is comfortable and the kitchen cabinets had everything we needed, also I do appreciate that good-sized bathroom counter. The high-backed beach chairs in the closet were much appreciated! Larry is responsive and communication is easy. When arriving at the Whaler and throughout our stay, front desk staff was friendly and professional. Thanks to all, see you next year.
Patty T.
May 2026

Excellent unit. Fantastic location. Would gladly stay here again.
Shawn S.
May 2026

Been coming to Maui twice a year for 40 years and have stayed at the Whaler a handful of times and always loved it. This trip there was an owners meeting with a bunch of owners present. They were the rudest people I have ever come across here. The Whaler will no longer be considered for our future trips to Maui. There are way to many great places to stay where the people are friendly and appreciate your business.
Hunter H.
May 2026

Our third time staying at Dr. Fall’s unit and nothing else compares. Truly unreal views and everything you could need at the unit. Plus communication is exceptional.
Garth B.
May 2026

We love the The Whaler and plan to stay again next year.
Trisha O.
May 2026

Our weeklong stay was heaven! I truly believe this is the best rental we could have gotten in Lahaina. The Whaler is quiet, immaculately maintained, private, and gorgeous. Being on the top floor allowed us to see down into the bay through the crystal clear water where we saw a monk seal, turtles galore, and spinner dolphins; oftentimes with swimmers in the water oblivious to their surroundings. Being right next to Whaler Village is great with all kinds of shops available - strongly recommend Island Vintage Coffee where I was introduced to açai and moana bowls each morning with açai smoothies every afternoon! This unit is next door to the Hula Grill (don't forget the Hula Pie) and within walking distance to other restaurants located in the Westin, Sheraton, and other upper class hotels. It will also give you an idea of how special the suite you are in actually is!The unit is beautiful with a fully stocked kitchen of everything you need to cook, large living room and dining room. MBR has a comfortable king bed with a large bathroom/shower/washer/dryer. The second bedroom has two queen beds with a bathroom across the hall. Our adult kids and grandchild took full advantage of the pool, beach, free lounge chairs, and private settings to relax. Beach items such as flippers, snorkel, boards, etc are available in the room which saved on rentals. My wife is limited in her mobility, and we discovered Akamai Mobility in Lahaina which had electric foldable scooters for rent. 5 stars!
William T.
May 2026

Overall, the place was good.
Kim G.
May 2026

Great room with a beautiful view of the ocean and fantastic sunsets! Easy access to the beach and with in walking distance of about a dozen restaurants. Or just buy your food and use the full kitchen or community BbQ grillls on the Beach!
S Q.
May 2026

Room was wonderful - very clean and beds are comfortable. Host was communicated well w us. We will stay again in the future. Great spot with excellent views.
Laureen B.
May 2026

This condo is in an ideal location, and the owner is very nice and helpful. I'm sure the condo gets a lot of use. The photos are accurate but must have been taken a long time ago. Everything in the condo is very worn and needs up-dating., even the towels were old and hard. Cupboards and closets need to be cleaned and reorganized. Master shower needs a new control.
Mary Jane S.
May 2026

Absolutely wonderful stay! Beautifully decorated spacious studio.Incredible view ! We had the best time in Judy's condo!The bed was very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked.We used the beach chairs several time. Highly recommend. Best vacation!!!
Mindy D.
May 2026

We have stayed at several different units at the Whaler, but this was the Best!! George was a very responsive host. The unit was huge for 2 people! Upon entering, the ambience was immediately created with hawaiian landscapes and music on the tv's. The special touches left by the cleaning crew was very impressive. Everything we could possibly need for a wonderful vacation was available in this unit. Will definitely book again!
ilinoe S.
May 2026

Condo was just has described. We have rented at the Whaler many times and we love it. Loved the condo and would rate it definitely in the top 3 we have rented. Unfortunately, we had a medical emergency and had to leave after 3 days, thank goodness I purchased the trip insurance.. through VRBO, I will see how the process goes and report back on that.. Aston who I guess manages 619 was amazing in helping us with our medical issue.
Teresa S.
May 2026

Great week at The Whaler! The view was my absolute favorite, the lani is a substantial size for the whole family. We gave my son and daughter in law the bedroom as I’m a very early riser and wanted to be near the coffee pot without disturbing them. We found the sofa bed to be super comfy and the 2nd bathroom gave us all privacy for dressing. Already dreaming about a return visit!!
Kristi S.
May 2026

Very spacious unit with easy access to a beautiful beach and shopping at The Whaler. We had a wonderful time!
Jennifer A.
May 2026

This is one of the nicest units we have ever rented. The living area and the bedroom both had plenty of room. The kitchen was well-equipped. The free washer and dryer around the corner came in handy. We had a small issue figuring out the TVs, as they work differently. But we figured it out. The view was lovely and the location is fantastic. We would stay there again.
Marsha P.
May 2026

Nice corner unit with great views, it had a drip coffee maker as well as a Keurig coffee maker - no can opener. Overall a great unit
Shad R.
May 2026

Great condo. Very well equipped kitchen.Convenient to laundry facilities. Big comfy bed. The only negative is not with the unit, but the noise from adjacent Whaler’s Village businesses. It drove us inside at times during the day. Since we were there during a rainy week we spent more time than planned in the condo.
Mary H.
May 2026

Fabulous room. Loved the details and view. Staff and service were warm and personal. Pool was
LeeAnn C.
May 2026

We loved our stay here! Property was beautiful, with a wonderful view of the beach. Would 100% stay again
Courtney N.
May 2026

Perfect spot for a girls trip! Beautiful views & conveniently located. They also had beach chairs, an umbrella, wagon & snorkeling gear in the unit for us to use so we didn’t have to rent any!
Kelsey W.
May 2026

This is our first time staying here. We had the most lovely family vacation. This unit has everything we needed and the location was worth every penny! We will definitely be booking again.
Michelle H.
May 2026

Great property…love the tall table and chairs for eating and beach views. We left a brand new Tommy Bahama beach umbrella and boogie board.
Larry M.
May 2026

James was a fabulous, friendly host and super easy to communicate with. The location and convenience of this property can’t be beat. It was such a dream to be steps away from Whaler’s Village and Kaanapali Beach. And the property was clean and well equipped and I had such a comfortable stay. Take me back!
Heidi R.
May 2026

Perfect location! Condo is spacious, comfortable with excellent amenities! Wrap around porch allows for amazing views & extra space. The Whaler staff are wonderful.
Meghan R.
May 2026


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