Nightly rates from $185
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Mar 10, 2012 Check-out: Mar 12, 2012

The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

3 stars
2481 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
67 reviews
a week in maui

The experience at the Condo/hotel was great. The room was perfect and really nice. I would come... See full review

  • shaka
  • Nov 11, 2011
Amazing, clean, great location!

We celebrated our 2nd anniversary at the Whaler, it was absolutely wonderful. The location next to... See full review

  • Shellzymay
  • Nov 8, 2011
Comfortable condo living on west Maui’s famed Kaanapali Beach
Practically resting upon the golden sands of West Maui’s most famed beach, Kaanapali, The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach hotel is a landmark condominium. The location offers incredible views of Molokai and Lanai, as well as humpback whales in winter. Guests enjoy beach living in spacious studios, one-bedroom or two-bedroom units that include full kitchens and private balcony. The hotel also features an oceanfront swimming pool, koi pond, sauna and fitness center. Whaler Village, the area’s shopping and dining complex is just a short walk away.
Highlights
  • Easy access to one of the best beaches and winter whale watching spots in Hawaii
  • Fully-stocked kitchen
  • Near Whalers Village dining and shopping area and Whalers Village Museum
Location
The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach hotel sits oceanfront on the fashionable Kaanapali Beach, just south of the popular snorkeling area Black Rock. The beachfront shopping and dining destination Whalers Village is next door, with celebrity chef restaurants such as Cane & Taro and Hula Grill. Whaler on Kaanapali Beach hotel guests enjoy views of the islands of Molokai and Lanai from the hotel, idyllic whale watching in winter and convenience to everything west Maui has to offer.
Rooms
Guests of the Whaler on Kaanapali Beach hotel stretch out in spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units that range from about 640 square feet to nearly 2,000 square feet of space. Each includes a private lanai with a view of gardens or the ocean. Amenities include air conditioning, fully-equipped kitchen, free high-speed Internet access and daily housekeeping service.
Recreation
  • Oceanfront swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Jet spa
  • Barbecue area
  • Golf (near the resort)
Transportation
  • Kapalua West Maui Airport (4.3 mi/6.9 km)
  • Kahului Airport (26.9 mi/43.3 km)
Attractions
  • Whalers Village (0.1 mi/0.1 km)
  • Lahaina Town (3.6 mi/5.8 km)
  • Maui Ocean Center (18.2 mi/29.2 km)
Policies and fees
From March 11, 2011 to February 29, 2012, The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach will be undergoing a renovation project which will include repairs to both building exteriors, lanai railings and planter box replacement and re-painting of both towers.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach Rooms

Studio Suite Ocean View
Studio suite with either a king, a queen or Murphy bed. Includes full bathroom, full kitchen, private lanai, iron/board, hair dryer, cable TV and in-room safe.
One Bedroom Ocean View Suite
One bedroom suite with either a king, a queen or Murphy bed. Includes separate living area, two full bathrooms, full kitchen, private lanai, iron/board, hair dryer, cable TV and in-room safe.
One Bedroom Ocean Front Suite
One bedroom suite with either a king, a queen or Murphy bed. Includes separate living area, two full bathrooms, full kitchen, private lanai, iron/board, hair dryer, cable TV and in-room safe.
Studio Suite Garden View
Studio suite with either a king, a queen or Murphy bed. Includes full bathroom, full kitchen, private lanai, iron/board, hair dryer, cable TV and in-room safe.

Hotel Map

2481 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761

Area served
Lahaina-Maui, HI
Nearby airports
OGG - Kahului and JHM - Kapalua
Area description
Located next to Whaler's Village with dining and shopping and next door to 36-hole Kaanapali golf courses.

Amenities

  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Conference Facilities
  • Fitness center
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Pool
  • Spa services

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
Conference room available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1600
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (67)

Ratings and reviews for The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

Overall score

4.2 / 5
67 out of 67
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.4
Location:
4.8
Value:
4.3

97% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
shaka
Phoenix, AZ, USA
Nov 11, 2011

a week in maui

The experience at the Condo/hotel was great. The room was perfect and really nice. I would come back in a heart beat - didn't want to leave.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Kimo's was the best meal. It's a must.

Review of The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

Reviewer score

4
Shellzymay
Whittier, CA, USA
Nov 8, 2011

Amazing, clean, great location!

We celebrated our 2nd anniversary at the Whaler, it was absolutely wonderful. The location next to Whaler's Village is perfect and convenient. Great beach access, our stay was definitely not long enough. Cannot wait to go back!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

Visit Honolua Bay and bring your snorkeling gear, it is amazing what you will see.

Review of The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

Reviewer score

5
Don and Gi
Chicago Il.
Oct 30, 2011

25th Wedding Anniversary

Our 4th trip to Maui. Studio condo,recently updated kitchenette with all the amenites one woud need. Outstanding value.Nicely decorated. Will only stay at this location in the future !! Note : Construction and renovations in progress check status with Hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

Reviewer score

4
TOMMY G
DETROIT, MI
Oct 21, 2011

PERFECT LOCATION

THE WHALER WAS GREAT! THE CONSTRUCTION GOING ON WAS A LITTLE BOTHERSOME THOUGH.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

Reviewer score

4
Anna and Stan
Upstate NY, USA
Oct 21, 2011

The Whaler is under renovation

This was our second stay at this hotel. This year there is a major renovation done, should be finished in January. Therefore a lot of noise from 8:00AM 'till 4:00PM Mo-Fri. All the services (pool, room service, maintenance, garden/pool maintenance) was working very good, we would say that better as a year ago. Our room was newly rebuilt, it was clean, well equipped, overall excellent including the friendly room service.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

Kapalua Beach, Honolua Bay - both excellent snorkeling.

Review of The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

Reviewer score

4
Jeana
Mobridge, SD 57601, USA
Oct 10, 2011

Home away from home

The condo was great! Very comfortable and spacious! I wish we could have stayed longer. The Whaler village was also very nice. We had shopping and restaurants just a short walk away. Maui is a very beautiful place, I hope to go back someday. I will definitely recommend this place to anyone and everyone.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Whaler Village is awesome!

Review of The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

Reviewer score

4
bboop321
Northridge, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Sep 1, 2011

good value while under construction

It was under construction but I was aware of this and that is why we got a discount. I think it was worth the discount. The construction didn't really bother me much. Just make sure you don't get a room facing the Whaler's Village because it gets really loud in the morning due to the delivery trucks and some type of generator near there and although the big tree was nice to look at with partial ocean view... the birds are extremely loud in the morning so beware.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: Short drive from hotel

Take the bus from the whaler's village to Laihaina town for $1 and then take a cab back home. A lot of bars that stay open over there... pretty much the only night life you will find over in Maui.

Review of The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

Reviewer score

4
Kim A.
Chicago, IL, USA
Aug 27, 2011

Honeymoon Hangout

Although The Whaler was under construction (which we were made well aware of before our trip) we still opted to stay there. This was our honeymoon and it was so great to stay in a condo vs. a conventional tiny hotel room. We stayed in room 356 which was very clean and well maintained. The decor may not compare to the Sheraton or other high end places, but The Whaler was very comfortable and was in a very central location. The views were great and listening to the waves helped drown out the construction noise. I'm sure it will be even better once the renovations are complete.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Whalers Village is right next door and has great shopping and food choices, even a McDonald's for those who are hard to please! The shopping has a great mix of your basic ABC Store to Louis Vuitton.

Review of The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

Reviewer score

5
Wakame
San Diego, CA
Jul 13, 2011

The Best of All

I stayed at the Whaler on Kaanapali Beach with my best frined to celebrate her 40th birthday. This condo-hotel was perfect location next to the Whaler's shopping mall and in front of Kaanapali Beach. The view was awsome and staffs were kind and helpful. The room was decolated with Hawaiian style and welcome us with a gift of pineapple. The kitchen and bathroom were clean and nice. Overall, we had a wonderful experience with this condo-hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

The Whaler's Village Shopping Mall

Review of The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

Reviewer score

4
Bonnie
Bennington, Vermont
May 31, 2011

What a beautiful place!

It was a great location. If we go again we would stay at the same place. The only thing that was hard was we were to get a discount after our stay and it took more than 3 phones calls. It was very disappointing that I had to call that many times.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

you could jump on the local bus for a $1.00 and go to different areas.

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