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The Whaler

Staying at The Whaler puts you right on Kaanapali Beach, with Whalers Village shops and restaurants next door and Black Rock snorkeling a short walk up the sand. It suits couples and families who want to park the car for the week and walk everywhere, and who don't mind some resort bustle.

What guests say

Guests love

  • Whalers Village next door. Shops, restaurants and an ABC store are a few minutes' walk away, and many guests say they barely used their car.
  • Whales from the lanai. In winter guests watch humpbacks from their balconies, along with catamarans, boogie boarders and the Black Rock cliff divers.
  • Black Rock snorkeling. A five-minute beach walk reaches Black Rock, where guests report colorful fish and sea turtles.
  • Ground-floor walk-out units. Ground-level units open onto the grass courtyard, a few steps from the pool, grills and beach - a favorite with families of toddlers.

Worth knowing

  • Whalers Village side is noisier. Some lanais face the shopping center's AC units and loading dock, so expect equipment hum, early truck beeping and at times restaurant smells.
  • Small, busy pool. Several guests found the pool small and crowded, with chairs saved early, and one notes it is 5-6 feet deep throughout; many swim in the ocean instead.
  • Daily fee at check-in. A few guests were surprised by a daily amenity fee paid at the front desk that wasn't clear in their listing, so ask about it before you book.
Choosing a unit: Units on the side overlooking Whalers Village get the most equipment hum, truck noise and cooking smells, so guests who want a quiet lanai suggest the courtyard-facing side or Tower 1. The Black Rock-facing side stays shadier but can miss the sunset, while south-facing units get more sun.

This review summary is AI-assisted, drawn from 600 recent guest reviews (Nov 2024 to Aug 2026) of the rentals we list. Units are individually owned, so details vary. Read the latest reviews

At a glance

Unit types
Studios to 3 bedrooms, sleeping 2 to 8
Air conditioning
All 98 rentals we list
Pool
Yes
Ocean views
78 of the 98 rentals we list. We check every view claim.
Beach
A beachfront resort on Black Rock
Airport
About 45 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG)
Size
About 6.7 acres, 360 units
Address
2481 Kaanapali Pkwy, Kaanapali, HI 96761

Rentals at The Whaler

Our top-rated rentals here, from the 98 we list.

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Nightly prices by bedroom

BedroomsRentalsAverage per nightRange
Studio1$460–
179$639$272 to $1,433
217$1,066$474 to $1,939
31$673–

The typical nightly price of each rental we list, with Hawaii's 18% tax and the cleaning and booking fees included, as of November 2026. Holiday dates cost more.

Recent guest reviews

Whaler Resort Unit #1157
★★★★★ August 2026

Great location at The Whaler. Views of water & Whalers Village. Size of unit lets you have plenty of room to fix a meal in the kitchen with morning coffee on the lanai!

Kim A.
Whaler 557
★★★★★ August 2026

Amazing condo at an amazing location! Our stay was everything we hoped for and more. The entire process was smooth and easy with great communication. Wonderful staff at the Whaler. The condo and it's furnishings were in excellent condition and you could tell that the owner was meticulous and really cared about their guests. It was well stocked with just about anything we could have imagined needing, and the gear locker had lots of chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, snorkel gear and such. The views were amazing. The beach was wonderful; very wide, sandy, and clean and the coral is far enough out that you don't need to worry about stepping on it. We saw turtles every day we were there! The location seems to be very popular as there was a lot of activity on the boardwalk and close proximity to a lot of nice restaurants and cafes. The Whaler resort itself was wonderful, just the right size, not too big or too small; very clean and well kept grounds. And many of the catamaran excursions leave from the beach right in front which is incredibly convenient. We would absolutely stay at this unit again!

Adam P.
The Whaler Unit 1059
★★★★★ August 2026

This place was PERFECT for our family of four! Amazing beachfront property, and it was awesome to have so much to do within walking distance, including the beautiful Kaanapali Beach and Black Rock. Views of the ocean, Lanai island, and the mountains inland were stunning. The concierge service gave a true resort feel, welcoming and helpful always. Parking was super convenient, and we were happy to take advantage of the beach chairs and other supplies. The kitchen and included utensils had everything we needed for cooking meals when we didn't want to spend too much at the local restaurants. This place was everything we expected and more. Jim's communication and response time was extraordinary. Look forward to returning someday!

Chris S.
Maui Whaler 365
★★★★★ August 2026

Room was very nice and comfortable. Good location. Nice resort facilities.Big, big problem! The noise level at adjoining property was deafening!Db level was near 80 during the daylight hours. Air conditioning units on same property had a constant drone, difficult to enjoy the outside deck.Hard to recommend your property to prospective clients. Probably would have opted out had we known the noise problem. Mahalo!

Whaler Unit 208
★★★★★ August 2026

The property was very nice. Great view of the beach and Black Rock. Access to the beach was incredible. A 1-2 minute walk to restaurants and shopping.

Sean B.
Whaler Resort 420
★★★★★ August 2026

The room was very nice and clean for the most part. Although it may be due for a deep clean. Great location and comfortable stay overall.

Chanel m.
The Whaler Kaanapali Beachfront Condo
★★★★★ August 2026

Quality vacation location Definitely felt like home away from home. Extremely clean and well stocked. The host is Extremely pleasant and prompt with responding. Will Definitely book this room again!

Chanel m.
The Whaler 156
★★★★★ August 2026

This condo was exactly what my family needed. I loved the location. It was so nice to be right on the grass and so close to the beach. I would rent this condo again and again.

jaimie r.
The Whaler 707 - Luxurious Oceanview Suite
★★★★★ August 2026

We really liked the unit. The views were great from the balcony of the mountains down to the ocean. Areas of improvement are recommended as followed: a) The bed was terribly uncomfortable. It was comparable to sleeping on a rock with a plastic covering. b) There was black mold in both of the air vents.

Mallary M.
The Whaler 1273
★★★★★ August 2026

Host was unresponsive after we checked in. In fact never responded and we stayed 8 days. Bed in master bedroom needs replaced. The mattress is so lumpy the floor is more comfortable. Terrible that they would keep a mattress like this.

Richard L.

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