Accommodations were good. Only negative is the main suite bathroom. Shower old and water pressure weak.
Julia B.
July 2024
The condo had a perfect view of the ocean and short walk to everything you need!
Travis K.
July 2024
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Another great stay in the Whaler unit 763. The unit was clean and well suited for our visit to Kaanapali Beach. We look forward to staying in this unit again soon.
Dan Q.
July 2024
One of the best rental properties I’ve stayed at. Exceptional view, beautiful interiors, completely stocked with everything you need. Wonderful owner with great communication. Everything was easy and our stay was amazing. We will be back next year.
Megan S.
July 2024
The location was amazing and the unit was very clean and a perfect fit for our family.
Miranda J.
July 2024
Thank you for sharing your lovely condo with us. It worked out perfect for the two of us.
Keith P.
July 2024
Amazing oceanfront, ground level condo. Spacious, clean and full of many conveniences. We were very comfortable here. We will book this property again.
The only negative was the big sofa in the living room is tired and smelly. We stayed here 7 years ago when the couch was newer. It has gotten a lot of use since then and such a wonderful unit needs a clean couch.
Kathleen D.
July 2024
We have stayed in this unit multiple times and always enjoy the amenities it has.
Dave R.
July 2024
This is a really impressive unit. It is larger even than it appears in the photos. The lanai is huge and the view can't be beat. The murphy bed is a real bed, and two full baths means a family of 4 could easily stay here. Great communications with owner. Perfect location. I have nothing bad to say. Whalers Village next door. The staff was helpful. It was a great location for a great trip.
Mike L.
July 2024
Beautiful, spacious condo in a fantastic location. Amazing views with a huge balcony on which to relax. Right on Kaanapali beach with Whalers village next dear. Easy to get around the island for excisions as well. Truly phenomenal, definitely recommend!
Rachel S.
July 2024
Beautiful, spacious condo with great views. You cannot beat this location. Right on Kaanapali Beach with Whalers Village next door. Easy to get around the island for excursions as well. Phenomenal!
Rachel S.
July 2024
We had a family of 4, including 2 teenage sons. Julie’s place was just perfect for our needs. She thought of everything! The kitchen was well stocked, there were plenty of pillows and blankets. There’s an ice machine in the freezer…..no constant filling of ice cube trays! There is shampoo, conditioner, laundry soap……you name it, she had it for us. Thank you for a wonderful stay for our first time in Maui.
Keli R.
July 2024
This place was fabulous! It had every amenity possible. I would highly recommend this place. It was right next to several walkable restaurants and shops in Whalers Village. The beach was great with fun snorkeling spot near the rocks just a few minutes walk down the beach. I will stay here again next time we come back. A++++
kristen m.
July 2024
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We absolutely loved our stay at your condo!! The ocean view from the lanai was just beautiful...we were not expecting that for the price we paid!! The entire condo was super clean, and beautiful, and had everything we needed for our Maui vacation!! The king bed was so comfortable, and we slept really well!! It was so awesome that you provided us with the Tommy Bahama chairs, umbrella, and ice chest! The walk to the incredible Ka'anapali beach is just right outside the doors of the Whaler, and we could not believe how wonderful it was to stay right on the beach!! The beautiful pool area was an added bonus!! It was never crowded in the morning, and we loved the padded lounges with shade covers, and umbrellas! Also loved that coffee in the morning and iced tea in the afternoon was provided at the pool area for free!! Jacuzzi was so hot, and just perfect!! Having The Hula Grill restaurant right next door was a huge plus!! Also, we loved The Maui Brewing Company!!The food was delicious and the drinks were fantastic! Great service too!! Also, having Whaler's Village right next door was so convenient!! So many great restaurants, shops...especially the ABC store, and ice cream!! The whole area has a great beach vibe, and is very family oriented. Thank you for a beautiful vacation!!
Linda C.
July 2024
First time staying at Whaler in over 30 years and so grateful we found Keith and his property. Our family of 5 have been going to Maui for many years always staying at the Sheraton which we love. With our kids now young adults we needed more space.
The unit is a great layout for a family, clean, well outfitted and importantly Keith was easy and responsive to coordinate. My kids were skeptical yet now they say they would really love to stay there again. The wrap out lanai is wonderful!
Mark S.
July 2024
Fantastic ground level unit literally 1 minute from the ocean. Stayed here 1 week and loved it. Beautiful property meticulously maintained. Fantastic staff. Unit was extremely comfortable and was absolutely perfect for our little group. We know where we want to stay when we come back.
Matt k.
July 2024
The location can’t be beat! Ground floor, easy access to pool and beach, and short walk to restaurants and shopping! The owner was easy to communicate with.
However, the place needs a little TLC. Aside from the carpets being old and fraying the mattresses are painful! Especially the one on the sleeper sofa. Our adult daughter is only 115lbs and she had a hard time sleeping on the sleeper. There is a foam pad available but sleeping on the floor on a foam pad was not ideal with the carpet condition.
With that being said, our trip was great and we still enjoyed our stay 🌴
Bitia C.
July 2024
Our 6 night stay was simply the BEST!
The Whaler is in the perfect location on Kaanapali Beach. The unit was pristine and plenty big enough for 4 adults. We had breakfast every morning on the large lanai overlooking the Pacific while planning our days adventure. Gordon was very nice to work with and answered any questions we had in a timely manner.
We will be back!
Kathleen E.
July 2024
My family enjoyed our stay at the Whaler. The unit is in a perfect location with easy and quick access to the beach and pool. The unit has lots of space and had everything that we would need to make our stay comfortable. We are already making plans for another trip to Kaanapali and would definitely stay at the Whaler again!
Christine G.
July 2024
This is the perfect place to stay! It is beautiful and the location is everything! My teenage boys loved being so close to all the restaurants and shopping.
Chanda R.
July 2024
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Condo was absolutely dirty even the linens and couch cushions had what appeared to be fresh bodily fluids on them. The refrigerator was broken, one of the Lanai doors was stuck shut, the en suite bathroom had a constant running water sound in the wall, the entry closet door was off track and unable to close, both bathrooms were extremely dirty with fresh stains on the floor and the countertops, both bathroom cabinets C had water soaked damage on them and were warped and crumbling. Some of the primary bathroom shower fixtures were broken, the drain cap was missing and the door lock was also broken. The extra blankets in the closet had fresh stains as well as a horrendous smell. This is only part of the list of health and safety issues we experienced. We contacted the management about our issues and received apologies with no form of resolution or acceptable form of reimbursement. We even had to wash our own blankets the only night we stayed because housekeeping did not answer their calls to replace with fresh linens. We called VRBO to help but they refused to refund us and stopped corresponding. We booked via VRBO trusting they are vetting the properties listed on their website, but we were sadly mistaken. The room was close to $600 a night, at that rate, we should at least expect a clean room. We have now engaged our lawyers and filed a complaint with better Business Bureau. Do not trust what you see on VRBO’s website. Spend the extra money booking direct.
Leonard S.
July 2024
Well kept property in a beautiful location
Emily C.
July 2024
Very lovely, beautiful condo and clean. Having the filtered water available was amazing! The property owner couldn’t be nicer. We needed to extend our day a few days and he was very accommodating! Highly recommended!
Lynne F.
July 2024
amazing location, great staff, and everything about the Whaler is Top Knotch.
Bobby G.
July 2024
We had a wonderful time. The place was beautiful and clean. Great hospitality! Can’t wait to come back.
Kathleen K.
July 2024
The ease of scrolling through pictures to checking in, was perfect. The condo was beautifully decorated and very clean!!!! The beach access and having The Whaler shops next door was perfect. The only downside was the generator running all day is somewhat loud and hinders the ocean waves but I would rebook this condo again!!
Tisa G.
July 2024
This place was everything we had hoped for! Well stocked and an incredible location! We would definitely stay again.
Julie C.
July 2024
Perfect location and amazing views! Huge patio that was perfect for our larger family. Excellent location close to great restaurants, shopping, ands a short walk to black rock beach. We saw 2 types of dolphins from outside the building. Very friendly staff.
Victoria P.
July 2024
We have stayed at the Whaler before just not this specific condo. Condo was clean, well stocked, beds were comfortable, good linens and towels. Nice big lanai with a view. Would book again.
Brian A.
July 2024
What an absolutely PERFECT place to stay for our honeymoon. I honestly cannot rant and rave enough about this condo. Clean, large, right on the beach, literal walking minutes from delicious foods, luaus, shops, and bars, AMAZING views of both the sea AND the mountain at the same time from the balcony, AND very affordable. My husband and I attribute a large amount of the perfection of our honeymoon to this incredible condo. Whenever we come back to Maui we will 100% stay here again. Thank you also for the chairs, umbrella, and sandcastle kit, it was fun even for adults! 😊
Ava S.
July 2024
We have stayed at The Whaler quite a few times but this is the first time we’ve stayed in this unit. We wanted to upgrade from a Studio to a One Bedroom and this unit did not disappoint! Between the sleep number bed and the huge flat screen TV w/ Roku, the amenities were never ending! We enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen (including every big/small appliance you might need, salt/ pepper, soy sauce, etc), the Tommy Bahama umbrellas and beach chairs, the coolers, the sunscreen (we left some behind too), the lanai, the ceiling fans, the huge sleeper sectional, and of course, this place is LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Steps from all my favorite places including Black Rock, Island Coffee and Maui Brewing Company!
We only had one issue with the beach umbrellas — they were both broken — and the unit management was super responsive via text and replaced them very quickly for us!
I will definitely stay here again every time I visit Maui!!
Brenda D.
July 2024
Loved the location, views, and the amount of bed for a family of 5! We will be back!
Courtney F.
July 2024
We loved our stay at the Whaler and this unit was perfect for us! We enjoyed being close to everything and the room had everything we needed for our stay. The staff at the whaler was so kind and accommodating to all needs. I would highly recommend staying at the whaler and with a family of 4 this one bedroom was perfect. The king Murphy bed in the living area was perfect for our teens.
Jenny W.
July 2024
Excellent property as advertised. Staff were great and whole place fantastic. Cannot wait to get back again
Vilikesa
July 2024
The condo was just like the photos, fully stocked and even had a beach umbrella. The views from the lanai were great, both the ocean and beautiful mountains. Conveniently located next to shops and restaurants.
Jessica J.
July 2024
Property was beautiful and safe. Beach is right there and convenient. Liz was very responsive and helpful. Will definitely stay here again the next time we visit the island.
Dan D.
June 2024
The place has an incredible view and terrific location! Great experience and communicative host.
Jill M.
June 2024
We had a wonderful stay at this unit in the Whaler. The property is our go to when visiting Maui. The condo was well appointed with a good bed and kitchen. You have a great view of Black Rock from the lanai. The unit was comfortable with a nice couch as well. The Whaler is perfectly situated along Ka’anapali beach and within close proximity to everything you would need. After the fires we were unsure of how Maui would be, but West Maui is open. Aside from not being able to go into Lahaina - your vacation will not be interrupted. Just be sure to visit respectfully and responsibly.
Mike C.
June 2024
Doug was easy to communicate with and he has a fully stocked condo, in a beautiful and convenient location. Steps from the beach, restaurants, and shopping. We had an amazing time and can't wait to return.
Sandra R.
June 2024
Page was lovely to work with and we really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Sarah
Sarah d.
June 2024
Spectacular unit at the Whaler. Great sunsets every night. Comfortable furniture. Wrap around deck provides both sun and shade all day.
Phil R.
June 2024
Comfortable condo with outstanding property management. Will stay with KBM again.
Daniel T.
June 2024
Overall good enjoyed the chairs.
Dustin W.
June 2024
When people ask - what was the favorite part of your trip? My response is the place we stayed at and the sunset. This condo was perfect for both!! I rarely travel so I wanted a really nice place and that's exactly what this is! We LOVED the view from the huge balcony, being close to the pool, ocean, Black Rock, Whaler's Village, and we especially loved our comfortable beds!! And Janelle, the host was very responsive to any questions and great about keeping in touch to make sure all was good!! On top of all this, the place is stocked with everything you could think of!! We absolutely LOVED staying here!!!
Joan B.
June 2024
We couldn't have picked a better stay for our first visit to Maui. The views from our balcony were unparalleled and the condo was precisely as described. There are several restaurants that I highly recommended within walking distance as well as shops, beach activities and even pickleball. Our beach was never crowded and chairs were provided. The management company checked on us more than once but was never needed. We plan on a return visit!
karla b.
June 2024
We loved our stay here! The facilities are clean and beautiful. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. The location cannot be beat.
Michelle F.
June 2024
This was our 2nd time to stay at The Whaler and we plan to come back again next year!
Stacey N.
June 2024
We always love our stay at the Whaler and this unit is decorated beautifully, will definitely stay again!
Robin W.
June 2024
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We came to the Whaler as a huge family of 16 and rented multiple units to accommodate us. My husband and I plus our 17 year old son stayed in this unit. We slept in the master bedroom, he was in the living room. The sofa sleeper was very uncomfortable so we ended up with him on a blow up bed. The living room had plenty of space for the bed, the carpet was in good condition, was stocked with games, beach stuff, and had comfortable nice furniture. The bathroom was big, clean, and easy for us to share. We each commented on how well the shower/tub was done. Very nice. The kitchen was well stocked and very nice. The lanai didn't get much sun and didn't have much of a view but we spent most of our time out and about so it was just fine. And after a day in the sun, it was nice to sit outside in the warm breeze and not be in sun. I'd recommend this unit because it's bright, it felt updated with nice furniture and cabinets, it's convenient location made it easy to get to and from, and it fit the 3 of us nicely.
I only wish the check-in time was earlier than 4pm because it feels like you waste a whole day waiting to check in, get groceries, get settled, etc. We really couldn't enjoy the day until we accessed the unit. Check out is 10am so I think it would be very beneficial if they could move the check in time to 12:30/1pm. That allows the day to be productive instead of in wait.
Sarah R.
June 2024
Excellent well maintained the staff was awesome. The only problem we had was the lack of toilet paper & paper towels. We ran out of both & had to supply them.
Richard G.
June 2024