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The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

2481 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761
The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach
Real Traveler Rating: 4.1 out of 5 based on 42 reviews from 2 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 3.6 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
Location: Rating of 5.0 out of 5
Value: Rating of 3.4 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Highly Recommended
Based on 42 reviews
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  • Overall: Rating of 4.1 out of 5

    "We would recommend this condo-hotel to our friends and family or anyone trying to find a good place to stay in Ka'anapali. Overall we were extremely happy with our Hawaiian experience and with the Whaler as our hotel." source Travelocity

    "I love staying on the Kaanapali Strip and I recommend if you stay at the Whaler check the room out first." source Travelocity

    "I traveled to Maui for the first time with my family and had a great experience at the Whaler." source Travelocity

    "We recommend the Whaler to anybody that wants good service, great location, options for fun." source Travelocity

    "Overall, the interior public spaces and finishes are well kept." source Travelocity

  • Clean: Rating of 3.6 out of 5

    "The rooms are spotless very clean." source Orbitz

    "Coy Ponds, friendly efficient staff, nice cozy and clean rooms, full kitchen, laundry machines on each floor and Beautiful views." source Travelocity

    "Our room looked like it had recently been updated and was very nice and clean." source Travelocity

    "The room was very clean and the staff very friendly." source Travelocity

  • Location: Rating of 5.0 out of 5

    "nice big rooms, great location on sandy beach, great decks, I upgradeed to a 1 bedroom when i got there and it was worth every penny." source Orbitz

    "The hotel was very quiet, seemed to be a decent amount of retired folks around (especially at the pool area), but young couples like ourselves felt very comfortable." source Travelocity

    "The Whaler is located centrally in Kaanapali and is in walking distance to the beach, shops, restaurants, and hotels." source Travelocity

    "The Whaler on Ka'anapali Beach is in a fantastic location, but the facility itself is in bad repair." source Travelocity

    "it has location, location, location, and the price is very reasonable." source Travelocity

  • Value: Rating of 3.4 out of 5

    "Your staff at orbitz did not tell us about this and said he would give us a deal since our other reservation with another online travel company was doubled last minute." source Orbitz

    "For the price very reasonable." source Travelocity

  • Room: Rating of 4.1 out of 5

    "The room we got was a studio. View was great but room was too small when we opened the uncomfortable sofa bed for the kids." source Travelocity

    "Room was badly in need of updating, carpet was stained, veneer on wood furniture was chipped, drawers broken." source Travelocity

    "Thank goodness we upgraded to the ocean veiw room, or my girlfreind would not have been happy." source Travelocity

    "Great ocean views froms room. Rooms were very nice." source Travelocity

More information on The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

Located on Maui's best beach and at the heart of Maui's finest vacation destination - Kaanapali, The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach is regarded by many as the area's most tranquil resort. Bask in the sun at the edge of the newly redesigned oceanfront pool. Study the gentle movement of koi in the freshly landscaped garden courtyard. Listen to the waves as you stroll 3 miles of sandy perfection.The resort offers spacious condominium suites, designed for 2 to 6 people. All are tastefully furnished with fully-equipped kitchens and modern amenities to ensure the comfort and convienence of our guests. Located just next door are Kaanapali's two championship golf courses and Whalers Village where one can find a variety of shopping and dining choices. ****MINIMUM 2 NIGHT STAY REQUIRED FOR ALL RATES**** The Hotel Charges a fee of $12 a day for parking.All All Aston Hotels & Resorts managed properties are non-smoking.

Check-in Time:

1600

Check-out Time:

1100

Year Built:

2002

Year Renovated:

2002

Total Rooms:

Studio Suite Ocean View:Studio suite with either a king, a queen, 2 twin beds 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, 2 twin beds 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, 2 twin beds 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, 2 twin beds or Murphy bed. Includes full bathroom, full kitchen, private lanai, iron/board, hair dryer, cable TV and in-room safe.

Total Floors:

12 floors.

Rooms:

Studio Suite Ocean View:Studio suite with either a king, a queen, 2 twin beds 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, 2 twin beds 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, 2 twin beds 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, 2 twin beds or Murphy bed. Includes full bathroom, full kitchen, private lanai, iron/board, hair dryer, cable TV and in-room safe.

Price

High season $245-$290 studio double; $280-$500 1-bedroom (rate for up to 4 people); $470-$730 2-bedroom (up to 6). Off season $215-$260 studio; $280-$440 1-bedroom; $380-$600 2-bedroom. Check Internet for specials. Extra person $20, P

Credit Cards Accepted

AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

Cancellation Policy

72 hrs year round except 30 days during xmas season

Directions

Located next to Whaler's Village with dining and shopping and next door to 36-hole Kaanapali golf courses.

Area

Lahaina-Maui, HI

Parking

Parking $7/day

Pets

False

Attractions

Hana & Hana Cultural Center Front Street & Lahaina Town Haleakala National Park Iao Valley Kaanapali Pacific Railroad Whaler's Village Museum at Kaanapali & Shopping Complex

Dining

Y

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