Place, Kaanapali Kai Course at Kaanapali Golf Resort
14 min walk
Kahului, HI (OGG)
Airport, Kahului, HI (OGG)
41 min drive
Where you'll sleep
0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~
Unit 162.
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We recently installed a Grohe hand-held shower head so that parents could more easily wash their children. 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, added new artwork, 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. InJuly 2026, we added a new 55" Samsung TV.
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 Registration Number TA-021-842-3296-01, GE-021-842-3296-01, 2440080020188
Property # 610678
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Kaanapali
Located on the beach, this apartment is in Kannapali Beach Area, a neighborhood in Kaanapali. Shoppers can check out Whalers Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Kaanapali Beach and Black Rock. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Lahaina Civic Center Tennis, or consider a night out at The Plantation House Restaurant. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
Kaanapali Kai Course at Kaanapali Golf Resort - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Kaanapali Golf Courses - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Drums of the Pacific Lū‘au - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
West Maui Airport (JHM) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
Monkeypod Kitchen - 3 min walk
Island Vintage Coffee - 4 min walk
Leilani's on the Beach - 3 min walk
Hula Grill Kaanapali - 3 min walk
Maui Brewing Company Ka‘anapali - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~?
As of Sep 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ on Oct 21, 2026 start from $388, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite 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~?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Whaler! ~Beautifully remodeled ground floor courtyard studio~ located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kannapali Beach Area apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Kaanapali Beach and Whalers Village. May's Beach and Kaanapali Golf Courses are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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We’ve stayed here several times and love the location and ease of getting to the beach and whalers village without the parking hassle. Place was clean and comfortable. Had an issue with the TV not working however the host took care of the problem. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 30, 2026
We appreciate your repeated stays with us! We did replace the TV with a new one. Thank you for your understanding and working with us to get it done. We’re happy you love our condo and its convenient location. Mahalo for your kind review.
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!
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
Response from VrboOwner on May 11, 2025
Thank you for staying with us and posting a review. We appreciate it very much!
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.
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
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 6, 2023
Thank you for your review and for choosing us for your vacation! We're pleased you love the condo and its location. We hope we see you again in the near 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!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 8, 2025
Thank you for your nice review! We appreciate you staying with us!
Very easy check in / out with beach a few steps away from door.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 3, 2022
Mahalo for your review!
About the host
Hosted by Jim Pfeil
We live in the beautiful central coast of California. We have four grown children and 5 grandchildren. We are retired and enjoy traveling.
Why they chose this property
We have been visiting Hawaii with our family ever since the children were young. We like all the islands but Maui is our favorite. We bought The Whaler because we think Kaanapali Beach is the best beach in west Maui and we wanted a place to spend our summers.
What makes this property unique
We love The Whaler because the units are so close to the ocean. It's also great to be right next door to Whaler's Village so you can get food or dine out. My son loves the beach here as it's one of the few places on west Maui that has as sandy ocean bottom. It's great for boogie boarding.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests