The Whaler Resort is located directly on Kaanapali Beach in West Maui, along Kaanapali Parkway and adjacent to Whalers Village shopping and dining center.
Yes. The Whaler sits directly on Kaanapali Beach, offering immediate access to the sand, ocean, and scenic views of Black Rock.
Whalers Village is steps away from the resort, providing guests with shopping, restaurants, and beachside entertainment within walking distance.
Kahului Airport (OGG) is approximately 27 miles away and typically a 45-minute drive depending on traffic.
Yes. The resort is located near Black Rock, a popular snorkeling and cliff-diving area on Kaanapali Beach.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Standard check-out time is 11:00 AM.
We are happy to offer additional housekeeping services during your stay upon request for an added fee. To help keep your space refreshed, a mid-stay service is provided on the 4th day, which includes fresh towels and trash removal. Please let us know if you would like to schedule any additional service – we are always happy to assist.
Yes. An amenity fee of $35 per night plus tax, along with a 3% processing fee, will be applied at check-in.
The Whaler Resort offers condominium-style vacation rentals featuring full kitchens, private lanais, and spacious living areas, providing the comfort of home in a beachfront setting.
The resort features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom condominium units, many offering beautiful ocean views or direct oceanfront positioning. Others showcase the stunning and lush West Maui Mountains, providing a truly breathtaking setting from every angle.
Yes. All condominium units include fully equipped kitchens, allowing guests to prepare meals during their stay.
Yes. Each unit includes a private lanai (balcony), many offering views of the Pacific Ocean or the lush resort grounds.
Yes. With spacious layouts, kitchen facilities, and beach access, The Whaler is ideal for families visiting Maui.
Yes. The resort features a beachfront swimming pool and hot tub surrounded by tropical landscaping.
Yes. Outdoor barbecue grills are available for guest use, enhancing the vacation rental experience.
Yes. The resort provides onsite parking for registered guests.
Yes. Beach towels and select beach amenities are available for guest use.
Yes. The resort’s location near Black Rock makes it one of the most convenient Kaanapali Beach resorts for snorkeling and ocean activities.
Guests can enjoy snorkeling, paddleboarding, jet skiing, ziplining, sunset sailing, whale watching (seasonal), luaus, shopping, world-class dining, and nearby golf courses in Kāʻanapali and beyond.
Yes. The resort is located near the Kāʻanapali Golf Courses and is also just 10 minutes from the world-renowned Kapalua Plantation and Bay Courses.
Yes. The beachfront location offers unobstructed sunset views over the Pacific Ocean.
Guests can enjoy paddleboarding, kayaking, boogie boarding, stand-up paddleboarding, jet skiing, scuba diving, and traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoe experiences directly from Kāʻanapali Beach or through local outfitters nearby.
Yes. Guests can conveniently depart directly from Kaʻanapali Beach for whale watching, sunset cruises, and snorkel excursions. If you prefer a dock departure, additional tours are also available from Lahaina Harbor.
Absolutely. Black Rock and surrounding reefs are popular snorkel spots, and guided snorkeling tours depart from Kaanapali Beach.
While bike rentals are not provided directly by the resort, local vendors offer bike rentals nearby, and the Kaanapali Beach Path provides scenic routes perfect for cycling.
Yes. Whale season in Maui runs from December through April, with peak sightings from January to March. Many guests are lucky enough to spot whales right from Kaʻanapali Beach. Maui—especially areas like Kāʻanapali and Lahaina—sits along the Auʻau Channel, one of the best whale-watching locations in the world due to its shallow, calm waters, ideal for breeding and nursing humpback whales.
Kaʻanapali generally offers gentle, swimmable waves that are ideal for snorkeling and wading, though conditions can vary by season.
Yes. Guided hikes through West Maui’s lush landscape and coastal trails are available through local tour companies, highlighting Maui’s unique flora and scenic overlooks.
Nearby attractions include Whalers Village, Kaanapali Beach, Black Rock, Kaanapali Golf Courses, Lahaina town (short drive), and West Maui hiking trails.
At this time, Lahaina Town is not available for exploration as the community continues its recovery. We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to explore the many other beautiful areas Maui has to offer.
Yes. The resort’s location allows guests to walk to restaurants, shops, and beach activities without needing a car.
Guests can enjoy a variety of cultural experiences across Maui, including attending luaus and enjoying Hawaiian music and hula performances. Experiences such as outrigger canoe excursions, visits to the Maui Ocean Center, and various museums across the island are also popular. We are also pleased to offer cultural enrichment right here at the resort. The Whaler’s Cultural Ambassador, Nathan, hosts engaging talks on Hawaiian culture twice weekly – a guest favorite and highly recommended experience during your stay.
Beyond whale watching, guests can spot sea turtles (honu), tropical fish while snorkeling, and native bird species along coastal trails. Guests are also often lucky enough to see monk seals resting along Kaʻanapali Beach.
