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The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~

Beachfront apartment near Kaanapali Beach

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Outdoor pool
Interior
Dining
Iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 4523 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Lahaina, HI
  • Place, Kaanapali Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Whalers Village
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaanapali Kai Course at Kaanapali Golf Resort
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kahului, HI (OGG)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kaanapali

On the beach.You'll be steps from Whalers Village and a 5-minute walk from Kaanapali Beach with a stay at this well-placed apartment. Kaanapali Golf Courses and Kaanapali Kai Course at Kaanapali Golf Resort are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kaanapali Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Whalers Village - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • May's Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kaanapali Kai Course at Kaanapali Golf Resort - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kaanapali Golf Courses - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • West Maui Airport (JHM) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monkeypod Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Leilani's on the Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Island Vintage Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hula Grill Kaanapali - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Maui Brewing Company Ka‘anapali - ‬8 min walk

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.

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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 transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Snorkeling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 523 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

  • No pets 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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number TA-021-842-3296-01, GE-021-842-3296-01, 2440080020188

Property is also known as

Aston Whaler luxuriously Remodeled Ground Floor Courtyard Studio
Aston Whaler luxuriously Remodeled Ground Floor Courtyard Studio

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ to the airport?

This apartment is 4.4 mi (8-min drive) away from the West Maui Airport (JHM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ to the beach?

This apartment is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ have a pool?

This apartment features an outdoor pool.

Does The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ to downtown Kaanapali?

This apartment is 1 mi away from Kaanapali.

The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 248 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This unit is in excellent shape a was exactly as stated in the description. The bed is super comfortable and the AC works great! The Whaler is a lovely place to stay. We appreciated the chairs, umbrella and cooler the owners keep for use as needed on the beach!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trisha O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our favorite place to stay! The condo is AMAZING and location of The Whaler is the best!!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

louise w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have no complaints, it is a beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay. Looking forward to returning
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and amenities. We thoroughly enjoyed this condo!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay at the unit! Have stayed in Ka’anapali a number of times but this was my favourite location to date. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Vacation Spot

Nice unit, good location for shopping, beach, and restaurants. Enjoyed the welcome gift basket.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay was great. The location was perfect, will look to stay here again on our next trip.

The property was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us

We enjoyed being close to so many restaurants and the beach. Convenient for whale and sunset cruises.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

We absolutely love this condo, this was our second stay and it was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The location was great , close to beach and shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation

The condo was perfect and the easy access to the beach and Whaler’s Village was fantastic! Definitely would stay here again
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

The unit was equipped with all the amenities we needed for a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful stay

Had a wonderful time at your lovely condo, think our 4th time staying there..everything was perfect... such a nice property on a wonderful beach....
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

Lovely condo, our 3rd time staying here… it won’t disappoint!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Vacation Ever

Great location we just walked out sliding glass doors to beach never even took a room key
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gwen S.

Great Stay

We had stayed in this condo before and it continues to be comfortable and has many amenities that made our stay pleasant. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!! Book it now

Loved the place and location!! A true gem. The location is also the best on Kanappali right next to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location in Maui

Steps away from the best beach in Maui. Shopping and restaurants within walking distance. Residence was clean and well supplied.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

Amazing location and beautiful unit. Ground floor courtyard with lovely view of waterfall. Easy access to beach and pool. would definitely stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Beautiful and quiet unit right on the beach. Wonderful hosts and great accommodations!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021