Aston at the Whaler on Kaanapali Beach.
E Komo Mai (Welcome) to Whaler 1173, a top-floor condo offering elevated island living at one of Maui’s most iconic beachfront resorts. Located directly on Kaanapali Beach, this inviting retreat places you just steps from the sand, ocean activities, and the scenic Kaanapali Beach Walk.
Inside, the condo features a bright and comfortable layout designed for relaxed coastal living. The living and dining areas provide a welcoming space to unwind after a day at the beach, while the fully equipped kitchen allows for convenient meals at home. Large sliding doors fill the space with natural light and create a seamless connection to the outdoor lanai.
Step onto your private lanai to enjoy expansive views, tropical surroundings, and refreshing ocean breezes. The top-floor location offers added privacy and an elevated perspective, making it the perfect place to start your morning or wind down after sunset.
About The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach:
The Whaler is one of Kaanapali’s most sought-after beachfront resorts, known for its prime location, beautifully maintained grounds, and relaxed yet upscale atmosphere. Set directly on the shoreline, the resort offers immediate access to swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and unforgettable sunset walks.
Resort amenities include:
- Oceanfront swimming pool and hot tub
- Free parking included
- Fitness center and spa services
- BBQ areas and beachfront lawn space
- Tennis courts
- Direct access to the Kaanapali Beach Walk
Located next to Whalers Village, guests enjoy walkable access to dining, shopping, and entertainment, with golf courses and additional island activities just minutes away.
Why Guests Love Whaler 1173:
- Top-floor unit with elevated views and privacy
- Direct beachfront resort on Kaanapali Beach
- Free parking included
- Private lanai with ocean breezes and scenic outlooks
- Walkable access to dining, shopping, and activities
$35 Daily Amenity Fee + tax (payable to the resort and subject to change without notice) includes:
• Pool and Beach Towels
• Pool Cabanas (based upon availability)
• Poolside and lobby refreshments
• Use of tennis courts and equipment
• Wi-Fi internet access throughout resort
• HD digital cable with HBO
• Airline boarding pass printing
Guest room features:
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Central air conditioning
• Private lanai/balcony
• Electronic key card
• HD Cable TV with DVR
• In-room safe
• Hairdryer
• Iron/ironing board
• Telephone with voicemail
• All rooms non-smoking
Resort services and amenities:
• Free Parking
• Swimming pool (heated)
• Barbeque grills
• Fitness center
• Tennis court
• Sauna
• Washer/dryers located on each floor (free)
• Complimentary daily coffee and tea
• Guest activities desk
• Departure clean only
• Internet kiosk ($)
• Security (24-hours)
Check-in: 4:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am
Distance to Airport: 27.4 miles, approximately 48 minutes
Registration Number: GE-120-019-7632-01, TA-120-019-7632-01
Elizabeth K.
November 2025
This was a beautiful condo in an amazing location. We loved our stay here! The condo was very spacious, well equipped. The property was fantastic, we manicured, cared for, perks like beach chairs and a nice pool/hot tub. We even did yoga on the lawn and bingo- both offered by the property. Staff were kind and fun. It was a superior experience!
Britta H.
October 2025
Everything was perfect! We had a wonderful time. Great food and shopping nearby. Black rock was the best spot for snorkeling.
Stephani H.
May 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Returning to the whaler was everything. I hoped it would be and more. Our rooms were fantastic. Well appointed, very comfy. It was great.
Caecilia T.
November 2022
We had a wonderful stay at this property. It’s in a great locations! The only drawback was no housekeeping.
Vicki W.
October 2022
I have stayed here 6 times always come back!
David K.
August 2022
Overall we had a wonderful stay. The listing information and photos were very accurate. A few comments:
Location -- PERFECT. Very convenient walk to the beach, shops, etc.
Views -- GREAT. It's not the most premium view you can get at this complex, but still absolutely gorgeous.
Size -- GREAT. I'm guessing it's one of the larger units in this complex.
Check-in -- GREAT. Front desk was super nice and helpful. You get a hotel services feel even though you're renting a condo via VRBO. Also, we loved the free coffee and free ice tea in the lobby... very convenient.
Overall, I think it's a 4 or 5 star rating. I gave it 5 stars instead of 4 only because I assume they'll address some minor issues:
-- The cleaning crew did not do a great job before our arrival. There were some containers in the kitchen that still had crumbs from the previous guests.
-- There was a subtle odor in the bedrooms. I'm not sure if it was the carpet or something else, but it was noticeable, especially in the kids' room. Not horrible, but not exactly pleasant either.
-- You should be aware that the AC pauses when you have any screen doors open. This makes sense for energy cost conservation, but on a hot day you're likely going to close the sliders and keep the AC on. Not ideal for indoor/outdoor living, but it wasn't really a big deal.
-- The shampoo was empty in both showers when we arrived. The hotel staff brought up new shampoo immediately so not a big deal, but you would think that the cleaning crew would check this before new arrivals.
-- The ice maker wasn't functioning properly when we arrived. The maintenance staff fixed this issue, but we had to wait a couple days since it was an off day for the person when we reported it.
-- The dishwasher wasn't working perfectly. This was also fixed by maintenance when we brought it up, but hopefully it's not an ongoing issue (they mentioned it having issues in the past).
Another reviewer mentioned that the unit didn't have a laundry inside the unit. Normally this would be a deal-breaker for us, but the laundry is just down the hallway, is totally free, and was never crowded. We had no issue with doing laundry there and we used it on multiple days.
The only other negative I'll mention is that the age of building is showing in some areas. Like all the window sliders are older and don't operate smoothly. Still, you really can't beat the location/convenience of this property!
Again, minor issues aside, it's a wonderful place!
Jill M.
August 2022
Very nice property- we really enjoyed our stay here.
nina b.
February 2022
Overall, a beautiful condo, and we had a great time.
A few minor annoyances : there were loud noises at night and in early am(5am !) in the unit above us, ? construction?.
There is no washer /dryer in this unit; this is the first time we have encountered this at the Whaler(we have come many times). The dining room chairs made loud screeching noises when the chairs are moved on the bare floor- we asked if small pads could be put on the bottom of the chair legs so they would slide without noise on the floor, and were told no.
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