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The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

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4 of 5 stars 186 reviews
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# 11 of 31 hotels in Lahaina
Description: High-rise Condominium Hotel on Kaanapali Beach, next to Whaler's Village.
  • Address
    2481 Kaanapali Pkwy
    Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars Based on 185 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 4 based on 130 reviews Rooms
    • 4 based on 115 reviews Service
    • 4 based on 130 reviews Value
    • 4 based on 128 reviews Cleanliness
    • 3.5 based on 46 reviews Pool
  • Recommended For:
    • 60% based on 141 reviews Older travelers
    • 60% based on 141 reviews An amazing honeymoon
    • 50% based on 141 reviews Families with teenagers
    • 50% based on 141 reviews Families with young children
    • 30% based on 141 reviews Young singles

Reviews of The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

( 1-10 of 186 )
4 of 5 stars
Auckland
Jun 26, 2008

We ended up at the whaler by accident. We were supposed to be at the Mahana up the road but they completely stuffed up out booking for 7 people and only booked one apartment. The Whaler is by far better. The beach is great whereas the other hotel's beach area was full of coral and you couldn't really swim there.... more

4 of 5 stars
New Orleans
Jun 13, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

This was our second trip to Maui and the second stay at The Whaler and we love both.It's nice to have a kitchen in Maui ,you'll save money to spend on other things.There is a Safeway grocery about 3 miles down the road.The Whaler has very nice condos for a very good price compared to other properties.There is some minor... more

May 28, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

We just spent 6 nights in Maui for our honeymoon. The top things we'd recommend are: snorkeling with Pride of Maui, Mama's Fish House, an Oceanside massage at the Four Seasons and a catamaran Sunset Sail. The shopping in Lahaina was very touristy but fun. We ended up buying a painting at gallery night as a remembrance. The store Maui... more

2 of 5 stars
Hayden, Idaho
May 20, 2008
1/4 found this review helpful

We stayed at the Whaler in March, but I have only now found the time to write a review. We have been to Maui seven times, and this was our first and last stay at the Whaler. Yes, the location is fabulous, but the hotel itself is in dire need of repair. The hallways need new carpet and paint. The... more

4 of 5 stars
San Diego, CA
May 19, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We shared a 2 bedroom/2 bath oceanfront condo with another couple. I always wondered if it was worth the extra money for oceanfront, but it absolutely is (at least for this property). Our lanai directly faced the ocean, and we had floor to ceiling sliding glass doors on the two outside walls of the condo. I was a little nervous... more

4 of 5 stars
Outer Banks
May 14, 2008

This was our fifth trip to the Whaler, but it may be our last. Our room was comfortably furnished, but the bed linens were textured and uncomfortable. There always seems to be some kind of construction at the Whaler when we visit- this year it was near the pool area. The wi fi set up was awful and didn't work... more

4 of 5 stars
Las Vegas
May 6, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

We rented through Maui Beachfront Rentals and they were great. When ATA went under a mere two days before we were supposed to arrive we panicked; the condo was paid for and we had no way to get to it! Lesli at Maui Beachfront was so helpful and understanding, really cannot say what that meant to us! Ended up in... more

5 of 5 stars
Washington DC
Apr 8, 2008

I enjoyed it so much that I couldn't leave! So I extended my vacation two more days. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The ocean view was outstanding. I enjoyed the free entertainment and the conveniece of Whaler's Village. My room exceeded my expectations. I was on the 11th floor.Be sure to try the spa in Lahaina. I received... more

5 of 5 stars
Monroe, MI
Mar 9, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

My wife and I stayed in #964 (Tower-2) and we were well pleased with everything. The Lanai over looked the pool and ocean to the left and mountains on the right. We were buying a "pig in a poke" without knowing the room, view and etc. We asked for ocean view as high up as possible. The ninth floor was... more

4 of 5 stars
Chicago, Illinois
Mar 8, 2008
4/4 found this review helpful

We really were impressed with The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach. Our room was very clean along with the grounds which were well maintained. The parking garage was no big deal. If no spaces, the walk from the outdoor parking was very close to the condo. Again, no big deal. We stayed in a studio, 1216, top floor, Tower 1, with... more

Reviews of The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

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2481 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761