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9.0/10 · 19 reviews

KBM Resorts | FREE CAR | The Whaler | Ocean view | Studio with Stunning Sunset! WH1-1218

Lahaina, MauiView location
Bedroom
1
Bathroom
1
Guests
3

A place to make Hawaii yours.

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About this property

  • * Limited Time Special Offer: Reserve any KBM Resorts property in Hawaii with an arrival date between now and December 31, 2026 for 6 nights or more and receive a FREE 4-door rental car from top providers--Hertz, Alamo, Avis, or Budget. Convenient airport pick-up and drop-off is included and you'll only be responsible for a $15/day airport tax. Upgrades to larger vehicles are available upon request.Please note: Holiday periods may result in limited rental car availability. We recommend booking as early as possible.

Enjoy an unforgettable vacation in this fully remodeled top-floor studio unit at The Whaler. This Oceanfront suite offers stunning views of the island of Molokai and the northern coastline of West Maui. Equipped with everything you need for a perfect getaway, the unit features new patio furniture, a sleeper sofa, a new stove, and a 50-inch smart TV for your entertainment. The Whaler is a landmark property situated on the world-renowned Kaanapali beach, offering the epitome of tropical living.

The property features an Oceanfront pool, massage therapy spa, private fitness center, sauna, and tennis courts, ensuring that you have everything you need for a luxurious stay.

The newly renovated courtyard boasts tropical landscaping, fragrant flowers, and a peaceful Koi pond. With miles of soft white sand and world-class snorkeling just steps away, Kaanapali beach continues to be voted one of Hawaii's top destinations. Enjoy the incredible sunsets, and take a leisurely Walk along the Kaanapali BoardWalk that leads to luxury shopping, fine dining, and plenty of fun-filled activities.

For those seeking relaxation or adventure, The Whaler offers an array of options. You can spend your days swimming, snorkeling, or exploring the nearby shops and restaurants, all while enjoying the magnificent beach views. The location is perfect for both thrill-seekers and those looking for tranquility by the ocean.

Whether you're here to unwind or explore Maui's beauty, this unit offers the ultimate base for a tropical escape.

The Whaler is conveniently situated on world-renowned Kaanapali Beach. Resort Amenities include Central Air Conditioning, new Tennis Courts, beach side Pool, Jacuzzi, Exercise Room, Spa, Beauty Boutique, Covered Parking, and Gated Entry. The Whaler is located just a short walk to Whalers Village which offers world class dining and shopping. Your family will love luxurious getaway at the Whaler!

  • A resort fee and destination fee are already included in your total reservation price at the time of booking - no additional fee is collected upon arrival.

For a seamless booking experience, your total reservation price includes a damage waiver, so there's no need to collect a separate security deposit.

Finally, Whaler is situated in a hotel-zoned area designated for tourism, ensuring your reservation is secure from any future luxurious getaway rental restrictions enacted in Maui.

Please note that while the BBQs in Tower 1 will be unavailable until further notice, the BBQs in Tower 2 are available for guest use.

24/7 Onsite Support | Need assistance during your stay?

KBM Resorts provides local, around-the-clock support with an average onsite response time of 10 minutes or less, stocked with over 750 items to quickly handle any issue.

This property is professionally managed by KBM Resorts, your premier source for luxury vacations. The calendar and rates below are always accurate - last update was today at 2:28 AM.

Registration Number: TA-174-979-3280-01, GE-174-979-3280-01, 2440080020000

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Guest reviews

Guest experiences

Guest reviews

Mitchell C.10.0/10
Apr 1, 2026

Went for our honeymoon and the Whaler didn’t disappoint. The room was clean and set up pretty well. The communication and follow up was the best I’ve experienced, we wanted to experience a bunch of local spots and the staff was extremely nice and helpful. The location is perfect. Very centralized to snorkeling, pool, or the ocean. A bunch of good food in walking distance and even some others for a short drive. Was able to whale watch from the room and a short walk to black rock we seen dolphins. Highly recommend staying at the Whaler!

David B.10.0/10
Mar 24, 2026

Fantastic views of black rock! This is a well equipped top floor apartment within a resort complex providing access to pool/sauna/jacuzzi/gym/tennis amenities. If you’re expecting someone to come in and tidy up after you and make your bed each day you’ll want a hotel instead. This is ideal for a more private vacation. Everything went incredibly smoothly even given the insanely adverse weather during our stay.

Debra H.10.0/10
Mar 6, 2026

Our room was beautiful, well kept, clean and comfortable. We are close in walking distance to food, shops and the beach. We could sit on our balcony and watch the whales and enjoy people watching. Loved having a full kitchen. Close to washer and dryer. This place gets 5 stars!

Cindy S.10.0/10
Feb 24, 2026

The Whaler rm 1218 is a beautiful studio apartment that provided everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The kitchen and bathrooms were fully stocked with amenities. In addition, the provided beach chairs and umbrella were used almost every day!! The instructions provided were clear and glad they were provided. Thank you a wonderful experience.

Cindy S.10.0/10
Feb 21, 2026

Absolutely loved our stay. We’ve been to the Whaler before and it never disappoints.

Anne C.10.0/10
Jan 13, 2026

It is a wonderful studio with amazing view. We look forward to returning next year.

Bhavin J.10.0/10
Oct 19, 2025

Great location. Wonderful accommodations. Would definitely stay again!

Theresa A.10.0/10
Jun 14, 2025

Beautiful condo. It’s nice and clean and up to date. It comes with beach chairs and an umbrella. Close to everything we needed.. View was great! We had a problem with the internet but it was fixed quickly. I would book this condo again when we go back in a couple of years.

Theresa A.10.0/10
Jun 12, 2025

The condo was wonderful! It nice and clean and updated! View is great! I had everything I needed. Communication with the management company was wonderful. We had a small issue with the Internet and it got fixed right away . The condo comes with 2 beach chairs to use. We sat at the beach for 5 days! No complaints! I will book this condo again!

James M.8.0/10
Jan 18, 2025

Whaler is a well maintained facility. Will return in 2026!

Eri C.10.0/10
Dec 17, 2024

This was a perfect place for 2 or even 3! Ppl. Great view of the north west side of Kaanapali beach. The unit was clean and cooking/eating utensils were sufficient. There’s no Carrie over or basic spices so you need to buy/bring everything if you’re planning to cook there. Highly recommend!

Pamela K.8.0/10
Dec 16, 2024

We had a wonderful stay. The resort and location are wonderful! Our only issue was that the unit we stayed in was not well appropriated for our stay. We had two butter knives, three forks, no pan for baking side dishes. there’s only three grill sheet type pans. While we enjoy eating out, we also enjoyed using the grills. I had to go to the store and buy some disposable tin pans to make some of our food. Also, could not run the dishwasher when it was full because I needed to hand wash utensils and dishes every time we ate. We did plan to have at least one meal a day in our unit. I feel as though they put just enough in the unit to qualify. If you don’t plan on doing any cooking, the unit does have an amazing view!

Guest review10.0/10
Sep 4, 2024

Amazing property, best location, highly recommended. Definitely will come back.

david g.10.0/10
May 5, 2024

We could not have been happier.

Juliane O.10.0/10
Mar 11, 2024

Beautiful location. Unit has been recently updated. Beds and pillows are comfortable.

Steve & Lynn H.8.0/10
Oct 30, 2023

The ice maker is not working and the closest door doesn’t close. It would have been better to leave the door between the sinks and shower toilet area, or to put a pocket door in. As it stands now, if someone has to use the toilet, everyone else looses access to the sinks and closet. One other item. There are two controllers for the TV. The small one seems to control everything, I never could figure out what the big one did. If it does something a note describing how to use it would be helpful. If it doesn’t do anything, remove it.

kaitlin w.6.0/10
Jun 16, 2023

Property was clean and inviting. -Upon arrival we noticed it was pretty hot in our unit. I emailed and called several times regarding the situation as the thermostat never got below 74. Further investigation lead to us finding our the door to the patio was too short and there was a 2-3” inch gap where hot air blew into the condo, and the wind whistled all 24/7. It could not be fixed. There was duct tape residue where it looked like someone tried to cover it up, so this was definitely a known problem beforehand. They should have put this in the listing or not advertised it as an air conditioned unit. I spent my honeymoon uncomfortable the entire stay because of this and I would have booked another unit had I known.

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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 – 1.58 km to center), United States
  • In the mountains
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?

1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

How many guests can it sleep?

This rental sleeps up to 3 guests.

What amenities are available?
  • Condo
  • Unit size: 538 sq ft (50 sq m)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hot tub
  • Lanai / balcony
  • BBQ grill grill
  • Car recommended
  • Limo/town car service
  • A/C
  • BBQ grill
  • Elevator
  • Extra Bed
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Living Area
  • No Smoking
  • Tennis Court
  • TV
What should I know about check-in?
  • Check in starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check out before 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check in age: 25
  • Check in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Contactless check in available
  • 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 GE 174 979 3280 01, TA 174 979 3280 01, 2440080020000
  • Property Registration Number TA 174 979 3280 01, GE 174 979 3280 01, 2440080020000
What are the house rules and policies?
  • Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
  • Children are welcome.Note from host: Children are welcome.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Maui?
  • Golf privileges
  • Tennis on site
  • Location: Lahaina, HI (Kannapali Beach Area – Kaanapali Hillside – West Maui – 1.58 km to center), United States
  • In the mountains
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, Limo/town car service.

What kind of rental is this?

This is a condo rental.

Does the Check Availability button open the booking page?

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Local Weather

Today's Weather in Lahaina

Weather in Lahaina
Breezy · Updated 9:15 pm HST · Sunset 6:19 pm HST
Temperature
78°F
Feels like
79°F
Wind
20mph
Rain chance
54%
Trade winds in the forecast – the palms are definitely awake.

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