Unit 162 at The Whaler on Ka’anapali Beach offers a serene retreat with convenient walk-in access, tropical plants, and a tranquil courtyard. Enjoy magnificent ocean views from the lanai, relax by the beach-side pool with hydra-spa or unwind in the state-of-the-art fitness center.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bathroomSleeps 449 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~
Unit 162.
UPDATE! Vrbo is now adding their fees along with hosts fees into the nightly rate. Calendar use to show host’s nightly rates but now does not. Our nightly rates are from $250-$450/night. Our fees are $220.00 for a one-time cleaning and $50.00 nonrefundable fee. Vrbo fees are added on to that but not shown. It makes our nightly rates look higher, but the total cost hasn’t changed.
We do NOT refund if less then 60 days prior for anything weather related! Please consider purchasing insurance from vrbo.
Fall of 2022 we installed a Grohe hand-held shower head so that parents could more easily wash their children. In the summer of 2021, we added new artwork. In 2019 we installed a new 55” Samsung LED LCD Smart TV! It’s beautiful and has “Dynamic Crystal color”! We also installed a new modern Rohl kitchen faucet, a Rohl bathroom faucet, added new shower hooks, and bought new pans. In 2015 we did some remodeling and have made many changes to our condo including: all walls painted, four new louvered doors, new wood flooring, new chair rail, new sleeper couch with an extra-large mattress, and two new bar stools. The furniture has been rearranged so the bed and couch both look directly at the TV. This provides better function and a more open feeling.
The ground floor location of this studio allows for convenient walk-in/walk-out access without the need to wait for an elevator. Just open the lanai sliding doors and you are steps away from the beach, the pool, and the Ka’anapali walkway. The courtyard offers a tranquil setting with tropical plants, a Koi pond with a waterfall, and the swimming pool. In the evening, the Koi pond is lit by romantic torches and lights. From the condo’s lanai, there are magnificent ocean views and the grassy area by the lanai gives the feeling of a private garden. It’s a delightful place to have a morning coffee or evening drink. The condo has been remodeled entirely and professionally decorated. It has a 55'' flat- screen smart TV, DVR for recording programs, free secure 5g Wifi, a fully equipped remodeled kitchen, a large king bed, a queen sleeper couch, a bathroom with a walk-in shower, and a free washer and dryer just outside the door.
The Whaler, a premiere condominium resort, is in the heart of the famous Ka’anapali Beach. Ka’anapali Beach is recognized worldwide as one of the top ten beaches. The spectacular natural setting, along with the many amenities of this resort hotel, make it an outstanding paradise vacation for people of all ages. The Whaler has recently completed more than $30 million worth of property renovations and enhancements over the last 3 plus years. The Whaler on Ka’anapali Beach featured amenities include state of the art fitness center, business center, tennis courts, beach side pool with hydra-spa, an on-site concierge, a beach kiosk with towel service, beach-side gas grills, air conditioning, and underground parking. The superior location of the property keeps owners and guests in the heart of some of the best shopping, dining, and ocean activities on Maui. Within walking distance are two world class golf courses, Whaler's Village Shopping Center with 65 shops and restaurants, and a whaling museum. A paved promenade allows easy strolling along Ka’anapali beach. A free Trolley also allows you to ride between all the properties on Ka’anapali Beach.
Ka’anapali Beach has much to offer. In addition to long walks on the beach, numerous water activities are available directly along Ka’anapali Beach including catamaran trips (which pick up directly in front of The Whaler), swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, parasailing, whale watching, boating, sailing, surfing, windsurfing, Jet-skiing, dinner cruises, and luaus. It’s also a short stroll along the beach to Black Rock where you can watch the cliff divers in the evening or take the whole family for a safe swim with the turtles and tropical fish during the day. We love staying here and we think you will too.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Ski
Close to skiing
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Sauna
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Golf
Gym
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: We have a Pack ‘n Play in the condo
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number TA-021-842-3296-01, GE-021-842-3296-01, 2440080020188
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Kaanapali, this apartment is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Whalers Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Kaanapali Beach and Napili Bay. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain climbing. Visit our Kaanapali travel guide
Does The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kaanapali apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Kaanapali Beach and Whalers Village. May's Beach and Kaanapali Golf Courses are also within 15 minutes.
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The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ Reviews
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Really wonderful unit and location in the building. Our daughter loved just being able to run out the patio doors and race around on the grass. The extras like the beach chairs, umbrellas and cooler made it super easy for us to go enjoy other areas of the island as well. Would gladly stay here again in the future.
Laura and Jim were great hosts and very responsive. When we arrived, the pack n play had an issue and when we reached out, they responded right away (on Thanksgiving!) and had Karen bring over a new with hours! Our unit was very clean and perfect for our young family! Highly recommend!
This place is exactly as advertised. Well equipped and the location is excellent. We were there for a week so it was perfect for us with just two people.
Very lovely studio condo. Updated and nicely decorated. We enjoyed our 3 week stay very much - we felt very much at home and welcomed by the owners. Everything we needed was provided for us and then some. We would definitely stay in this unit again! As always, the Whaler is the best place to stay on Kaanapali Beach in the best location.
The condo is more than we could have asked for! The location couldn ’t be better. So easy to literally walk next door for restaurants, shopping or a nice cocktail. The condo is just as listed, has everything you need and so clean. The owners were so easy to communicate with. Definitely would stay again!
The location of the condo makes for the best vacation in Maui! The condo is spacious, comfortable, clean, and stocked with everything you need. Beautiful beach just a few steps away and excellent food at the local restaurants! Great hosts who make you feel warm and welcome, thank you!
This was our second time staying in this unit. It’s in even better shape now than the first time we stayed and it was great the first time. Everything was clean and in great condition. We loved having the beach chairs available. Truly enjoyed our stay and wouldn’t hesitate to book again next time we return!
This was our first time staying at the Whaler. Typical we stay at the Westin on the other side of the Whaler shopping area. Upon entering the unit we were more than pleased with what we found. The owners have thought of everything you might need and the unit is beautifully decorated and updated. The location proved to be one of the best on the property. It provided easy in and out access to all the amenities as well as the washing machine and garbage drop.we hope to return to this unit at least once or twice a year.
Nice condo! Great location! Would definitely stay again!
My wife and I had a terrific time. The condo was just the right size for the two of us. The location is perfect with views of the ocean and Black Rock. Thank you!!
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!
We had another great stay at Laura and Jim’s condo at the Whaler! Perfect location being ground level and being able to enjoy the grass and landscaping, get morning coffee quickly, not have to deal with elevators and get to the beach in a matter of seconds. Condo is stocked with all the beach and kitchen supplies you need! Beautiful decor and most importantly, a very comfortable bed! Thanks again!
Excellent well maintained the staff was awesome. The only problem we had was the lack of toilet paper & paper towels. We ran out of both & had to supply them.
It was perfect from start to almost finish. The condo was exactly what we needed but we escaped the island on Tue 8/8/23, the day of devastating fires and lives lost. We hope to be back to this condo and all of its amenities and realize the island needs time to heal and rebuild. Love and prayers to all🙏.
We’ve stayed in Maui (Kaanapali) a# of times. 3rd time @the Whaler, 1st time staying in this unit. Would 100% stay again! The small communication we had w/owners was courteous &timely. Unit was just a described &lovely. Caretaker takes pride in her work. Whaler staff, Mimi & Dexter are absolutely lovely &gave us a very Aloha welcoming. If this unit is available again during our travels, would love to stay here again pls. Big big Mahalo & Happy New Year, Laurel : )
Excellent stay! The studio is clean, well appointed and very convenient access to the beach and pool. The host is very responsive. We hope to return!
Elaine M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John
16 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed in a studio condominium at the Whaler for the very first time in September. The grounds were absolutely beautiful and very well kept, everything was easily accessible to us within walking distance! Lots of food choices both easy and elegant, tons of shopping nearby, snorkeling right off the beach with just a short walk, sunset on ka’anapali beach at night. There is nothing you can want for that this resort doesn’t have to offer. Beach chairs, swim towels, snorkeling gear, you name it! Our condominium was booked through a private party, and the owners were so accommodating and communicative. We had such an amazing time and we cannot wait to go back!