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Breathtaking views of Black Rock, Molokai, and Lanai - Whaler 552 is a beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite located oceanfront at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach. Enjoy year-round sunset views and seasonal humpback whale watching right from your own lanai! Just steps from the world famous sandy Kaanapali Beach, you will love this bright, corner location, abundance of windows and wrap around lanai. But as if the location isn't enough - the beautiful finishes and furnishings leave no question that you are in the tropical paradise of Maui. Gorgeous travertine floors, granite counter tops, beautiful koa wood kitchen cabinets and luxurious beds and linens will surround you with both beauty and comfort.
This unit is perfect for two couples traveling together as both bedrooms are outfitted with very comfortable King size beds facing the ocean, custom padded upholstered headboards and luxurious linens. If you have 5 in your party - the very comfy roll away twin bed can be moved to any room.
Kaanapali, which means "rolling cliffs" in Hawaiian, was a royal retreat for the rulers of Maui who delighted in the perfect three-mile stretch of white sand beach, the gentle waves, warm sunny days and the inspiring backdrop of the majestic West Maui Mountains. Maui's royalty surfed, raced their outrigger canoes, feasted on luaus that lasted for weeks. These same activities are offered right outside the door on glorious Kaanapali Beach! Your front lawn from this unit.
The Whaler is located in the heart of Kaanapali, adjacent to Whalers Village which offers world class dining and shopping.
Resort amenities include central A/C, tennis courts and pickle ball, beach side pool and towels, lobby and poolside coffee and cool drinks, Jacuzzi, newly renovated exercise room, covered parking, concierge, pool, barbecue area and gated entry.
Please be aware that there is a $35 resort fee per day collected at front desk.
Registration Number: 440080020242, GE-189-643-1616-01, TA-189-643-1616-01
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Our family of 5 had an amazing 6 days in this unit at The Whaler! It's a corner unit, so the VIEWS are awesome to Black Rock and to the ocean!!! Beds are comfortable and the roll away bed was helpful. My family loved the hot tub and pool . The kitchen was stocked. They provided 4 beach chairs and an umbrella. This is truly ocean front! Only about 5 steps to the sand! The best part is the amazing views! Stunning sunsets every night! If you want to be in the heart of Kaanapali Beach, this is the best place! You can walk to Whaler Village and we even got picked up for our snorkel excursion right in from of our condo!!! We played tennis 2 days at the property, they will provide rackets and balls! We hope to come back and stay here again! Phenomenal views!
Absolutely Stunning. My family had an amazing stay. We loved the views, comfort and location. Zero issues. All Aloha. All the amenities, very roomy, upgrades… would def. Come back. The Whaler crew was very friendly and helpful too.
This is an absolute gem. I can't wait to come back.
We were there during the big Kona storm and could not leave the condo as much as we wanted to. That being said, we were so grateful to have such a beautiful place to be stuck in! Check in was a breeze. We were given a contact person, and he was very responsive through out stay. We highly recommend this property.
Unit was amazing. Just high enough not to hear the day to day hustle, but low enough to use the stairs instead of the elevator if you wanted. Sunset views were stunning!
Everything was perfect. Everything was as advertised on VRBO. Great place for our group of 5. The roll away bed was small, but comfortable for my son.
What a beautiful, comfortable unit! We had everything we needed to feel right at home- from beach to kitchen supplies, they are stocked! We loved being on the 5th floor, corner unit. We could easily walk up and down the stairs to the beach or the whaler. Heather and Charles were very receptive and accommodating. We can’t wait to come back.
Wrap around lanai, location, 2 rooms, 2 bathrooms.
Fantastic Location, Property, Condo. Views were amazing. Best Sunsets and breeze. Not too high and not too low. You can hear the waves crashing lightly as sleep. Worth the dollars. The balcony and corner location were a bonus.
Can’t beat the location and the views. Sad to leave!
We loved our stay at Whaler in Kaanapali! This condo was perfect for our family. You can’t beat the location and the view. It had everything we needed and the communication with the property manager was exceptional. We will definitely try to stay here the next time we are in Maui.
Absolutely perfect... The condo was spacious and comfortable. The wrap around balcony was amazing for ocean and mountain views. Some of the best snorkeling is right on Kaanapali beach. Whaler's village was a short walk for restaurants and shopping. We are already planning our next visit.
We stayed here for 10 days with our family and the property is truly amazing. Stunning views from every room. it could not be closer to the beach and the location next to The Whaler village perfect for shopping and dining. Thank you Heather and Charles for an amazing stay in Kaanapali!
We have been vacationing in Maui for over 20 years and staying at the same hotel. This year we decided to change it up and this home exceeded our expectations! Beautiful place with the most amazing views. Going to miss my morning coffee view! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and allowing us to create new memories on this beautiful Island! We will definitely be back -Mahalo
This is overlookng the best beach on Maui.
One of my criteria for staying in Hawaii is always being where I can hear the ocean sounds at night. This place very much exceeded my expectation. We could sit on the lanai and see whales as well as hear and see the ocean crashing. The instructions and tips provided by Heather were excellent and we loved picking up food from a nearby restaurant and eating in the condo as it had a much better view than any restaurant. We are already talking about going to stay here again next year. It is perfect. The property is lovely and the amenities are perfect.
We absolutely loved our stay at Whaler 522! The condo had everything we needed for our stay. We cooked a lot so were very thankful for the well stocked kitchen. The beds were very comfortable as well as the couches! But let's talk about that view! WOWZA!!! We watched the sun rise every morning and the sunset in the evenings. It was so peaceful getting to sit out and enjoy the sound of the waves. Heather was amazing to work with! Seriously, we are very thankful for everything she did for us to accommodate our stay! Charles was also great. He was quick to respond with answers to questions we had. The location of the condo was perfect. Walking distance to restaurants, shopping and other hotels. The staff at The Whaler was also great! There is no doubt we will be back to visit again!!!!
Love love, love this property. We will definitely be back more than once.
We had such a lovely time in this unit. We spent hours upon hours on the deck just watching the world go by. The rooms are spacious, the beds are super comfy, the kitchen is well stocked, it's clean. Loved it loved it loved it. Note for people with mobility issues, the toilet is very low, we had to buy a toilet seat riser from the drug store. Also, if you need to use the portable pool chair lift, forget it. We struggled to get security to get it set up for us and the second time we used it they just vanished and we had to figure out how to get my husband out of the pool in the dark. After two swims we gave up asking. Still giving the place 5 stars as it is so lovely and we had the best time despite the pool frustration.
Our first time to Maui. We are planning trip #2 and would love to be able to stay in this same unit again. It was simply "PERFECT"! Thank you!
We had a wonderful time. The place was beautiful and clean. Great hospitality! Can’t wait to come back.
The Whaler is in the perfect spot, centrally located on Kaanapali Beach. If you don't mind the stairs, you can be down on the beach in about one minute from the kitchen of this apartment. Perfect for us as we are back and forth all day! This unit is huge and has the most amazing views (including sunset!) out of every window. It is clean and beautifully decorated and the beds are extremely comfortable with cozy sheets and pillows. We found everything we needed in the well-stocked kitchen, so when we wanted to cook it was easy. We were traveling with a baby, and they were very accommodating about getting us in a little early for nap time. It was the perfect spot for whoever had to stay in for naps to never feel like they were missing out, as you are practically on the beach when you're on the balcony! We have stayed at the Whaler many times but this was by far the best unit we have rented. We will be back! 10/10 would highly recommend.
I would highly recommend this condo to anyone planning a trip to Maui. The views are amazing and somehow even more beautiful in person. The wraparound lanai was huge, and we spent much time out there enjoying the view. The location is perfect. You couldn't get any closer to the beach, and it was super convenient being next to Whalers Village. The condo was very clean and had everything we needed. The owner, Heather, and the on island contact, Charles, were both super helpful and great to work with. I truly couldn't have asked for a better experience all around, and I can't wait to go back one day!!
This was a perfect location for a relaxing vacation for my mother and I. We spent a lot of time on the balcony. It was very easy to simply walk next door to Whalers Village and get dinner. We also especially enjoyed having both ocean and Mountain views.
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Lahaina, Maui
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Where is this vacation rental located?
- City: Lahaina (postal 96761) Hawaii
Nearby highlights
- Location: Lahaina, HI (Kannapali Beach Area – Kaanapali Hillside – West Maui – 1.66 km to center), United States
- On the waterfront
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?
2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
How many guests can it sleep?
This rental sleeps up to 5 guests.
What amenities are available?
- Condo
- Unit size: 1444 sq ft (134 sq m)
- 2 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Laundry facilities
- Near laundromat
- Washing machine and dryer
- Heated pool
- Hot tub
- Shared/communal pool
- Lanai / balcony
- BBQ grill grill
- Garden
- Car recommended
- Electric car charging station on site
- Onsite parking options include a garage
- A/C
- BBQ grill
- Dryer
- Elevator
- Fitness Equipment
- Free Parking
- Internet
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Living Area
- No Smoking
- Outdoor Hot tub / space
- Pool
- Tennis Court
- Toys
- TV
- Washer
What should I know about check-in?
- Check in starts at 4:00 PM
- Check out before 10:00 AM
- Minimum check in age: 21
- Check in time starts at 4:00 PM
- You will receive an email from the host with check in and check out instructions
- Government issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check in for incidental charges
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Property Registration Number 440080020242, GE 189 643 1616 01, TA 189 643 1616 01
What are the house rules and policies?
- Pets not allowed
- Children are welcome.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Maui?
- Cycling nearby
- Fitness center
- Fitness facilities nearby
- Golfing on site
- Hiking nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Power boating nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Surfing/body boarding nearby
- Tennis on site
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife and game walks nearby
- Location: Lahaina, HI (Kannapali Beach Area – Kaanapali Hillside – West Maui – 1.66 km to center), United States
Do I need a rental car on Maui, and what about parking?
A rental car is recommended for this area, especially if you plan to visit beaches, restaurants, activities and nearby towns. Parking notes: Car recommended, Electric car charging station on site, Onsite parking options include a garage.
What kind of rental is this?
This is a condo rental.
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