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: 4.85 / 5.0 (from 4095 reviews)
  • Average Price: $576/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: The Whaler Vacation Rentals

The Whaler Average Rates


As of July 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at The Whaler is $576. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $1165. 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.

The Whaler's Best Rentals

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


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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.

Based on the guest reviews, The Whaler condo resort on Maui is highly recommended by visitors for its prime location, exceptional views, and well-equipped units. Guests appreciate the seamless reception experience, the responsiveness and accommodation of property managers, and the variety of amenities available, including full kitchens, beach equipment, and in-unit laundry facilities. The resort's proximity to top restaurants, shopping, and activities like cliff jumping and snorkeling with turtles is frequently highlighted. While a few guests noted issues such as maintenance needs or the desire for updates in some units, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests planning return visits. The resort's staff is also commended for their helpfulness and professionalism. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 guest reviews.

Recent The Whaler Reviews


Great location. Great beach.
Pat S.
April 2025

Our stay was one of our best family vacations to date. We booked this trip last minute just two days prior to arrival in Maui for a five night stay. We had such a great time that we ended up extending our trip an additional two nights. Booking, check-in, and the stay-extension process was easy with great communication. This is a top floor condo. The views from the lanai are exceptional with picturesque ocean and mountain views. The condo was well-equipped, clean, and provided plenty of space for a family of four. Having an in-unit washer & dryer was a huge perk too. We made a lot of great memories and would certainly book again. Thank you!
Grover D.
April 2025

whaler unit 252 is absolutely the best location on ka'anapali beach, literally steps from the beach. many resorts have limited and distant access to the beach.so convenient...out the unit door down the stairs and you're on the beach. the unit is well appointed and the views are magnificent. from the lanai and beach we saw whales, spinner dolphins, turtles, and this year, monk seals. seals were right at the water's edge.sunsets are spectacular every evening. the owners are communicative and accomodating. the grounds are serene and lovely. we've once again already booked our trip to whaler 252 for 2026.
Rebekah W.
April 2025

This property was terrific for our family. It has a beautiful ocean/beach view. The location of the Whaler Resort is excellent as the beach is right in front, the mall is right next-door with excellent stores and an ABC store to get essentials. It is also a close walk to Black Rock for snorkeling and cliff jumping. We saw sea turtles every day and whales from the large patio of the condo. They were also excellent working with us when we needed to modify our reservation. The front desk staff when we checked in were also some of the most pleasant and easy-going staff that we have worked with. The master bedroom is huge and the bed was comfortable. The AC unit for master and main area worked well. The pullout sofa bed was actually nice per our kids report and the rollaway bed was there when we showed up. It was really a pleasant place. Pickle Ball/tennis courts were also a big plus.
Nathan W.
April 2025

Most everything we needed was in the unit and everything else was just steps out the door.The property manager Karen was very helpful.
Monique B.
March 2025

This unit was perfect for us, plenty of space with great views. The location of this property is amazing, so close to the whalers village for shopping and dining, close to black rock, great beaches. Would recommend and will be back.
Dustin H.
March 2025

The stay was amazing! Beautiful views from the balcony 24/7.
Scott H.
March 2025

Great location in the complex. Wonderful views of the ocean, mountains, beautiful koi ponds and sunsets. Lots of sun and shade on the decks. Extra refrigerator drawers are an amazing bonus. Condo is comfortable and spacious. The second bathroom is more spacious than most 2 bedrooms in complex due to good renovation choices. Beds and bedding are very comfortable but can’t speak to the pullouts since we didn’t use them. Well stocked condo (amazing that they have 2 umbrellas and just note that one has a better frame for wind so if you don’t need both use that one for sure). Owner and property management were excellent to deal with.
Julia M.
March 2025

It was a dream vacation. We enjoyed the beautiful beach and the proximity to stores and restaurants. The staff were friendly and the property was clean. I definitely want to come back.
kim w.
March 2025

We love the location of The Whaler. The views are amazing. You can walk to snorkeling, dining, surfing, etc. The condo itself was fine. The beds felt outdated. The sofa sleeper was very bumpy. The oven didn’t work. There is no laundry in the unit. The internet was down. Housekeeping said it would charge extra for an extra set of sheets for a blow up mattress that was in the unit. We’ve stayed in the Whaler before in better units with better management.
Andrea B.
March 2025

Couldn’t have been easier or better
Dave H.
March 2025

This was a beautiful, spacious unit! Bed was comfy and showers had great water pressure. Plenty of closet/storage space. Views of stunning Ka'anapali beach and Black Rock were SPECTACULAR! Unit was super quiet! Hated to check out when that time came. Locstion perfect on beach and clse to shopping and restaurants as well as tours. Owners VERY timely and responsive to questions before our arrival. On site staff very pleasant and check in and out was easy peasy.
Michael P.
March 2025

The condo was well outfitted with all the things you could need. The Whaler is by far the best condo location in West Maui
Nathan O.
March 2025

The beds and location are exceptional at this condo. The Whaler is our favorite place to stay in Maui. We will be back!
Nathan O.
March 2025

This condo had everything we needed and fully stocked. I've stayed in other places in Maui and this one by far is worth the money. The location is great and within walking distance of the shops, restaurants and boat excursions. Highly recommend this unit and would stay here again.
Sophie R.
March 2025

We had a great stay. The condo was clean and well stocked for our 4 week stay. The unit was well furnished and the beds were comfortable. Beach chairs, a beach umbrella, a cooler and beach toys were provided with the unit. The owners were great to work with and very responsive to our needs. The only downside was that if you plan to stay for an extended period, weekly cleaning is not included. We were able to arrange a mid stay cleaning with their housekeeper. Would stay in this unit again.
Kenneth K.
March 2025

Amazing unobstructed view of both the ocean and the mountains. Saw whales daily from our balcony. The condo looks brand new, is nice and spacious, and has cold AC. The best condo we have ever rented and would definitely stay here again. The only negative is the Whaler pool is much too small, but we avoided the crowds there and stuck to the beach.
Amy H.
March 2025

This is overlookng the best beach on Maui.
Dan S.
March 2025

The Whaler is the perfect place to stay and this unit was outstanding. The layout is perfect, the funrniture is beautiful and comfortable and the location is ideal. This condo comes with everything you could possibly need, along with extra items for the beach. I can't recommend this more strongly.
Kevin K.
March 2025

Third trip to Hawaii and will definitely be back. the unit was nice and suited us just fine. Constructive thoughts - room could use a safe, a dust pan, and some shear curtains for better privacy, all very minor. Underground parking was awesome, pool and pool staff very good. All in all pleasant experience.
jer h.
March 2025

This studio condo gives you a nice ocean view from the Whaler Resort, which is the perfect location on Kaanapali Beach. The condo is clean, comfortable for two people and had the tools to cook some meals in the condo and do some grilling at the resort gas grills to save some money. My wife and I had a wonderful stay and look forward to future stays here.
David C.
March 2025

Amazing condo with incredible views.
Sarah B.
March 2025

Beautiful place. Great location. Staff was so pleasant. Grounds ate so nice. Very clean.
Curtis D.
March 2025

Super relaxing, had everything we needed. Fantastic view of the black rock from the couch and balcony. Easy to get to the pool. Spacious!
Monica B.
March 2025

This condo is even better than it looks in photos! Wrapped with floor to ceiling windows on two sides, it overlooks the pool and the beach for a perfect sunset view. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. There are plenty of paper supplies, and housekeeping will come and bring fresh towels or empty the garbage or anything else you might need. The resort has music on wednesdats, free coffee and pastries another day? Yoga in the morning. It’s an absolute paradise. And it didn’t hurt that we had 6 days of perfect weather. Next year, I’m doing two eeeks
Elizabeth W.
March 2025

We took our dad to Maui for his 90th birthday and to make new family vacay memories. We wanted a location that was close to the boardwalk and beach. This luxury condo provided that and more. Just steps from the beach and The Whaler even provided chairs! Having Whaler’s Village right next-door was another plus. The interior was decorated very nicely and it gave you a very homey, tropical feel. We definitely recommend this place and give it 5 stars all around. We would love to come back and stay here again!
John Z.
March 2025

Everything exceeded my expectations! Location was perfect and close to so many things to see, eat and do! Went perfectly smooth! Will definitely be back!
Gay Lynn H.
March 2025

Great place to stay and amazing location
Claire S.
March 2025

Pros: The apartment was very comfortable. The views were terrific--the mountains were as beautiful as the ocean. The location was within easy walking distance of restaurants and shopping along the beachfront. It was super convenient to have parking available, but we paid a daily fee for that once we arrived.Cons:There was a bad smell of stale smoke(?) when we checked in. Fortunately, the property managers were quick to bring up a deodorizer for the first night. They changed the filters and did an air cleanse the next day during business hours. It was much better after the treatment.Be Warned: We were surprised during the booking process that the various fees tripled the price of the property, so even though the advertised price per night was very reasonable, the final price was much more than we expected.
Deborah C.
March 2025

Completely satisfied. Everything was thought out and there for us to use. We didn’t need anything. It was truly home away from home. Location is phenomenal, love being able to walk right out to the beach. Unit had beach chairs, sun umbrella, coolers and The Whaler supplies beach towels. Owners quick to respond to messages. We will definitely be coming back!
Kari G.
March 2025

This Whaler unit is the BEST location and the fresh total renovation is spectacular. We stay there every year, and we've already booked next year.
Tom H.
March 2025

We liked the unit and it's location, it hasn't been updated for some time. We reported a problem with the bathtub, water came out of both the shower and tub, the lever was stuck. It wasn't fixed while we were there. Blackout curtains are full of holes, cabinet hardware is broken. A few inexpensive updates would make the unit nicer.would make head same time,
SANDI B.
March 2025

The Whaler was in a very accessible location for walking to local venues. The suite was spacious with all the items you needed to enjoy your time. Pool and ocean items, and complete kitchen with all appliances and dishes. Access to the hot tub and pool. We would definitely consider this location again and have recommended it to many friends since our return. Thank you so much.
Dale "Mike" R.
March 2025

This is the perfect size unit for my husband and myself. Loved the full kitchen, dinning room table, couch and large balcony. I enjoyed the south facing balcony as it is sunnier than the north side. Plus the 10th floor you can really see the whales!!
Joan H.
March 2025

The property was as listed. It was very comfortable and clean. It was perfect for my husband and me. It was conveniently located. We would definitely stay here age.
Lori D.
March 2025

As always this condo never disappoints. We had a wonderful two weeks enjoying the unit, the grounds and watching the whales!
ellen o.
March 2025

Wonderful condo, nice layout. Great view of the ocean and black rock. Only small thing was the lanai was getting work done and was not accessible during the day with a lot of construction noise for a couple days. To be fair they did list that at the end of the description. Overall this place was great and I would recommend it!
Alexander H.
March 2025

We loved this rental! The win for us was LOCATION. Easy access to Whaler's Village, snorkeling at Black Rock, the beach, walking to meals & Hula Pie, and the first floor unit made it so easy to get around. No elevators!If you read some of the other reviews, could the unit use a little updating? Perhaps. But did we mention the great location? Owners were very responsive. Beach chairs & umbrellas come with the unit plus a working ice-maker (rare these days). The one thing we overlooked is that there was not a washer/dryer in the room but the laundry down the hall was easy to use.
Robert G.
March 2025

Had a wonderful stay at Whaler. The unit was clean and comfortable. Appreciate the convenient location to beach and nearby restaurants. A lovely view of the beach.
Juliane O.
March 2025

Condo was very nice, location was good but Kaanapali is exceedingly crowded. Can't count on walking into any restaurant without reservations and even with them there is a wait time. Food good, great beach with several catamarans docking on the beach. Only negative for me was the crowd, many ill-tempered.
Tara M.
March 2025

Very well kept. Condo is in great shape. The view from the lanai was awesome! Kitchen was well stocked. Newly remodeled bathrooms were great.
Bryon S.
March 2025

Excellent updated unit.
Gary B.
March 2025

We love this condo! Best location! Very comfortable and clean. Carol and Stephanie delightful to work with! Definitely returning! Highly recommend!
Charlyn S.
March 2025

Perfect
Don V.
March 2025

Great place… central location. Walkable.
nancy w.
March 2025

It was good
Michelle W.
March 2025

As first time visitors to Maui, it was important for us to have a location central to our interests for our vacation. This condo was absolutely perfect. We went on a whale watching excursion & met the tour right next door on the beach. Golf was literally a 3 minute car ride away. We had many dining options & shopping next door at Whaler’s Village. The condo is exactly as pictured on the VRBO listing. It’s clean, spacious & oh the view !! We watched whales daily from the lanai (owner has binoculars for your use) the sunsets are just spectacular & you don’t even need to leave your condo to see them. We absolutely loved our time at The Whaler, this condo had everything we needed. Laura (owner) responds quickly to any questions I had & was a pleasure to work with. If our travels take us back to Maui, we wouldn’t hesitate to rent this unit again. Thank you for sharing your home in paradise
Wendy H.
March 2025

Opening the door to this condo makes the weary traveler say “Yes!” Meet cleanliness, comfort, and calm. The welcome mat goes on. Unlike most condos this condo is generously supplied with items you will need. The host has gone the extra mile of consideration for the guest. The combination of a beautiful island and a welcoming place to stay makes for a good vacation.
SANDRA, K L.
March 2025

Everything was perfect. The view was spectacular and the location couldn't be more convenient. The condo was decorated beautifully and had every convenience you could possibly want. JaNell was very available and helpful. We definitely will plan to stay at this location next time we visit Maui.
Roy N.
March 2025

Nice condo, convenient to restaurants and shopping. Everything you could possible need for a beach vacation is at the condo.
Steven B.
March 2025


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