The property and host were excellent. We wished we could’ve stayed longer. Next time we will. Mahalo Julie for being so responsive and easy to rent from!
Chris R.
April 2024
Very comfortable, fully stocked unit with stunning views of Black Rock, Molokai and the West Maui mountains. Enjoyed our morning coffee daily on the lanai watching whales and sometimes turtles too! Great location.
Jill M.
April 2024
This property was so much better than advertised. It is very large for a studio and so well stocked with kitchen supplies, beach supplies and area information. The property is in the best location on a gorgeous beach. Whalers is the best. We feel so blessed to have rented this space for our time in Maui. Great location and spectacular condo!
gina d.
April 2024
We had a great time in Kaanapali! Wonderful property and we can't wait to come back next year!
Lance W.
April 2024
Great Location!
Gordon A.
April 2024
Great property. We loved our stay. Everything was clean and as described. The owners were great and easy to communicate with.
Sarah B.
April 2024
This unit was spacious, in great condition with comfortable furnishings, had an incredible view from the wrap-around balcony, and was located in a great area of Kaanapali beach. The owner provided very helpful information and was quite responsive to our questions. Highly recommend!
joe e.
April 2024
Beautifully remodeled and spotless upon arrival. The kitchen is well stocked with utensils, coffee maker, towels and more. View from the lanai is stunning with the island of Lanai in the distance. Perfect location for Kaanapali beach, restaurants and shopping. The host, Jim was an exceptional communicator and very accommodating. This was our first VRBO stay and we were pleasantly surprised. Highly recommend this unit.
Wayne G.
April 2024
We just got back from a week at the whaler in this unit
Pros of unit :
Very nice unit ,decor is really nice ,very clean and open unit ,location is middle of Kaanapali and unit is ground floor and has all the amenities we needed ,walk to Whaler village lots of shops ,food and ABC store really nice unit and staff of Whaler are great very nice folks and the grounds are gorgeous, easy parking for rental car ,very close to beach
Cons:
You better learn the rules of the whaler there is a group of people who either live there or are long time/term residents of the "Older" generation and they are not nice and after over hearing multiple conversation with these folks they "hate" short term rental folks like ourselves it made it very uncomfortable and these folks were not friendly or nice
That said we learned to avoid them i will say there is a very diffrent vibe in Maui especially in the Kaanapali area as there is a huge push to eliminate short term rentals like this unit its an unfortunate situation and Maui and the people of Maui either want tourists or they dont
We loved this unit and the whaler but given the exsiting tenants in building 2 we would not stay here again as we are on vacation I need mom and dad watching my every move and we are in our mid 50s and are the quietest people we don't drink or smoke and honestly could not figure these folks prob was not just us but others talked about this as well these tenants are really sad people and are angry and rude .
Bryan H.
April 2024
Beautiful home, amazing communication with owner, prefect location!
melissa m.
April 2024
Nice unit with beautiful new furniture. We had everything we needed to grill a couple of nights. You can’t beat ocean front at the Whaler!
Christine S.
April 2024
Stayed at Kaanapali bec of proximity od pre-wedding activities. Condo was clean and big! Owner very accessible and prompt. Highly recommend the condo.
Lynne B.
April 2024
We absolutely loved our stay here! The property exceeded our expectations and this is the 3rd condo we have stayed in at The Whaler. The condo had EVERYTHING you will need. It has a perfect layout, all the amenities, very clean and well stocked. We look forward to staying here during our next visit!
Scott R.
April 2024
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The Whaler is our FAVORITE place to stay in Maui! The location is perfect--it is close to everything, but it never feels crowded. Only a few steps from Whaler's Village in one direction and Black Rock in the other direction.
The pool and hot tub offer a great break from the beach, easy access to amenities including towel pickup and dropoff, beach chairs and a fitness room. This 2 bedroom condo is perfect for families--everyone has room to move, plus laundry to dry wet suits, wash your daughter's favorite sweatshirt, etc.
The kitchen is well stocked! I appreciated the little things too, including ziplock bags and coffee filters. Eating in Maui is expensive so it helps to be able to make breakfast and lunch most days. There are large community grills on the main floor. We saw plenty of people grilling while laughing and sharing a Mai Tai.
The condo also has plenty of books to read by the beach, and board games to play when you need a break from the sun.
The sensor stopped working on one of the AC controllers, but the property manager had it fixed within a few hours.
What more could you ask for?!?
Thank you for hosting us Page! We hope to be back!
Mary Ellen (Molly) G.
April 2024
We were here for 4 nights and found unit to be extremely clean with everything we needed. We were steps from a beautiful beach and walking distance from many restaurants shopping and bars. Would definitely recommend this place. Thanks for a great time
Brian Q.
April 2024
Have stayed in this unit 3 or 4 times. Best unit on the property. In the back so it’s very quiet. Love this unit!!!!!
Brian W.
April 2024
Loved our stay. This unit is exactly as advertised. There is not a more beautiful property then the Whaler. We rented this property because we were planning on a 16 day stay and this unit made that do-able at a VERY reasonable price. We loved everything even the classic Hawaiian decor. Yes there are things that could be updated-replaced but as the owner made perfectly clear he would then have to raise the price to a less affordable unit. So we will be back and would be happy if everything was left exactly the same especially the price. AND as far as the mattress from other posts....we thought it was perfect and slept GREAT!!!
Jeff and Susie, Kent Washington
Jeff and Susie S.
April 2024
We go to Kaanapali every year, and Whaler 251 has been our favorite for many years.
Tom H.
April 2024
Perfect place for a family of 4. We loved the location. Great beach to swim with turtles, can walk to shopping and restaurants. Appreciated the washer and dryer within the unit.
Terra T.
April 2024
Great stay! Bed was very comfortable, kitchen well stocked and condo was really clean. Owner & manager were responsive. View was lovely. Laundry right out our door. We arrived back at condo from pool to find a beautiful bouquet of flowers, a card and a bottle of pineapple champagne!! Would stay here again🌴☀️😉
Cathy M.
April 2024
The resort is wonderful. The views are spectacular. The property is immaculate with friendly staff and great amenities! The location is perfect on beautiful Kaanapali Beach with Black Rock just a short walk away for magnificent snorkeling! Shopping and dining are also right down the beautiful beach walk.
Helen T.
April 2024
Needs new carpet or maybe just deep cleaned. Laundry room door would not shut which was a pain since it is inside the master bathroom. Toaster didn't work (we bought a new one and left it for others to use) the refrigerator was very old with broken shelves. It is located in the most beautiful place on earth :) It's an excellent value.
Dan R.
April 2024
Nicely updated, well stocked condo. Beautiful views! Can't wait to come back.
Colin and Shana P.
April 2024
Really nice property and the unit is fantastic.
Scott G.
April 2024
Condo was so nice and spacious..clean when we arrived.. owner very easy to get ahold of and work with .. looking forward to another family trip in Maui
Melissa C.
April 2024
We have been coming 10 plus years due to owner an friends on Maui. Windy this year but no one thinks it’s climate change! We miss Lahaina but we are loyal to supporting locals a the studio just right for the two of us. Whaler has increased their usage fee but understand what’s going on due to fire
john H.
April 2024
Great Access to pool/beach/shops/tours and with a view. Whole family loved our stay!
BILL H.
April 2024
Property was amazing inside and out. Beautiful finishes inside, beautiful views from balcony. Can’t wait to go back. Thank you very much for giving us the opportunity to stay at your property George.
Conrad W.
April 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Very nice updated condo. The location on the ground floor was super convenient. Great location to shopping, restaurants and black rock beach. The owners had everything that you would need. We would definitely come back and stay and highly recommend!
Erik N.
April 2024
Awesome trip, place was perfect, everything we needed and more.. would stay here again anytime,, thank for everything D...
Scott K.
April 2024
Property itself was clean and sufficient. However, it took me 2 1/2 days to get Internet and TV service because the modem was no good. The router is over 10 years old. I kept going back-and-forth with Maui resort rentals on getting it fixed. Finally, I came back to my room to find someone in there that I didn’t expect and they were waiting for the cable company to come. They got it fixed. The only other thing I would say is some food storage containers would be nice. Otherwise be prepared to buy your own plastic wrap and or aluminum foil. The owner bent over backwards to help me and to give me a good deal. I am hoping for a resolution and a remedy from Maui resort rentals. Overall, though, you can’t beat Kaanapali and you can’t beat the Whaler.
Jim W.
April 2024
We have been coming to visit Kaanapali and staying at various Whaler condos for many years. The communication for this reservation was by far the best. It was also the best stocked kitchen I have ever stayed at. Everything was working well, including an excellent ice maker and separate fridge for cold beverages. We enjoyed the view, perfect location and very comfortable beds, terrific showers etc. The condo was ready for us upon arrival and perfectly clean. We would love to stay here again. 5 stars!
Sonja H.
April 2024
The location of the Whaler is fantastic. All rooms have a view of the ocean. In this unit, the kitchen is well stocked and beautifully remodeled. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Jill T.
April 2024
Great locatiom
Ingrid M.
April 2024
We loved the location of the lanai as it was very private with the plants and trees. The new carpet was a nice addition to the VRBO.
We didn't have little kids with us but we did notice there was a highchair and pack n play.
We really liked being on the ground floor so no need to access the elevators.
We had one minor issue but the property management company and owner took care of it right away.
There was one boogie board in the closet along with some snorkel equipment and 2 coolers. There was also some tennis rackets and pickleball paddles.
In case anyone wants to know what was in the starter kit--it included two rolls of paper towels, several rolls of toilet paper, two small bottles of body lotion, shampoo and bar soap.
Nickie N.
April 2024
Wonderful property and amazing beach front location .
Carolyn M.
April 2024
Loved the location of the room - 2nd floor, close to elevators (although we took the stairs often). The property is right next to Wahlers Village.
Marla G.
April 2024
Spring break vacation in Maui. Condo was as advertised. No issues. The owner was very responsive to questions. Highly recommend and we hope we are able to rent again in the future.
kurt S.
April 2024
Great location and place was fully stocked!!
Clint I.
April 2024
Beautiful property. Nice condo. A few things needna little updating or repair. Overall a wonderful place to stay. Accurate listing with pictures
debra c.
April 2024
Loved being back at the Whaler! The location is great! The unit was on the ground floor, which we like. This unit is in need of some repairs and definitely some upgrades! Drapes in bedroom were torn, furniture was very worn, kitchen was minimally stocked. One garbage bag, one very small and broken bar of soap in bathroom, things like that!
DOUG & MAUREEN A.
April 2024
The ocean view was spectacular and even though it was a studio there was plenty of seating to have our other friends for Easter brunch. We had everything we needed.
Mairin A.
April 2024
We have stayed at the Whaler before but this was our first time in this unit. It was clean, comfortable and the views were breathtaking! We utilized all that was available- fully stocked kitchen (the only thing we wish it had was a blender for smoothie drinks), comfortable beds, spacious ocean view patio where we enjoyed meals and watching the sunset. Parking was plentiful and there are fresh towels near the pool. The unit even had beach chairs, which made it even easier to hit the beach. We would definitely recommend this unit and would happily stay there again.
Kim B.
April 2024
The unit at the Whaler was very nice and close to everything. The host was delightful to work with. We had a wonderful time. Thank you!
DOUG & MAUREEN A.
April 2024
Never stayed in a nicer unit at The Whaler where I have stayed many times over the past 40 years.
Owner anticipated every possible need. Very nicely furnished. Kitchen is as complete as you will ever see in a rental condo. Hope to stay here again during my next visit to Maui. My rating is 5 starr++.
Thomas O.
April 2024
Our stay was great!!!!
April 2024
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:
We loved our stay at Whaler 102! There was plenty of room for our family of five, the condo was beautiful, and the location of our condo and the Whaler as a whole was just perfect! Would give it a 10/10 rating!
Lisa F.
April 2024
Location is top-notch, roomy place to stay with husband, and two teens. It was nice to have the beach gear and restaurants/ activities in walking distance.
Laura K.
April 2024
This property did not disappoint, this is my fourth time staying at the Whaler and this condo is truly exceptional. The views from the wrap around lanai and everything in the condo was perfect and very true to pictures. I took my Mom here for her 80th birthday and she is hard to impress, but she loved the condo and the master bath is amazing. The condo was stocked with everything like no other place I have ever stayed. We had great views of the ocean, black rock and all of the whale activity, it was incredible. Will definitely stay at this condo again when back at the Whaler even if I don't need two bedrooms. Highly recommend!
Tristie M.
March 2024
It’s was wonderful!! My husband and eight year old daughter both said it was awesome too!!
Maggie T.
March 2024