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Hawaii Life Presents "Kahua Kai" Whaler 102- Direct Oceanfront 2BR/2BA

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Stunning ocean and Black Rock views with the perfect back drop of the island of Molokai from Whaler 102
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Oceanfront view and beautiful view of the island of Lanai from 102. Incredible year round sunsets!
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Oceanfront view directly from the lanai of Whaler 102

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Lahaina, Hawaii
  • Kaanapali Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Whalers Village
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Black Rock
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Kapalua, HI (JHM-West Maui)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hawaii Life Presents "Kahua Kai" Whaler 102- Direct Oceanfront 2BR/2BA

***DISCLOSURE: Please be advised that the BBQ area is currently restricted and unavailable for use due to ongoing reconstruction.
As a result of this construction, ocean views from certain areas may be temporarily affected by equipment, materials, and the presence of construction personnel.

For those who deserve the best, Hawaii Life Vacation Rentals presents our Reserve Collection offering "Kahua Kai" Whaler #102 located in Tower 1 (north tower) - a 2 BD/ 2 BA direct beachfront residence. This home features panoramic ocean, two outer-island views (Lanai and Molokai), year round sunsets, and the famed “Black Rock. ” This is a corner ground-floor property sitting on an elevated plateau so that you are sure to enjoy your front row seats to the locals diving off Black Rock, tiki torch lighting, the romantic fire-pit, and Maui’s favorite spectator sport- Humpback whale watching!

*NOTE:The $25/day resort fee is collected by the front desk

Indoor Features:
*King bedroom with ensuite bathroom
*Queen bedroom with two queen beds
*Queen pull out sofa bed in living room
*Central AC
*In unit washer/dryer

“Kahua Kai” means Ocean Playground in Hawaiian; this couldn’t be more definitive of the timeless experiences you are sure to share. Location distinction of this property: direct oceanfront, ground floor for easy access, and situated on the shady and quiet North side of the North Tower. Short walking distance to pupus, mai tais, and shopping at Whaler’s Village.

Located in the heart of Ka’anapali sitting directly on the golden shores of Ka’anapali Beach; bordered by the famed beach walk and Whaler’s Village to the south. Kahua Kai is all about having fun and sharing timeless memories where everyone comes to play on the the World’s Best Island of Maui.

Massive glass sliding doors throughout provide excellent natural light, soothing tradewind breezes, and a seamless transition to the huge, shaded, grassy backyard that is directly out front of this residence. The yard is perfect for lounging or playing bocce with the family (lawn games included).

Convenient access to the resort’s parking, the pool, barbecues and more is less than 100 steps from the beach without the hassle of taking an elevator. The wrap-around covered lanai is huge at 508 sq.ft. and the residence itself is incredibly spacious at 1,444 sq.ft.

The Whaler lobby has recently undergone a major facelift giving it a fresh look of chic Hawaiian elegance. All guests are sure to enjoy this comfortable space with views of the courtyard, koi ponds, water features, ocean views, and a beautiful variety of tropical teas to keep you refreshed.

Amenities include: washer/dryer in residence, fully stocked kitchen, tennis courts, oceanfront swimming pool/ spa, pool/beach towel service, beauty salon, day spa, and a fitness center.

HLVR/VRBO reservations: must sign the digital contract within 48 hours of booking.

This property is professionally managed by Hawaii Life Vacations powered by Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers (see their hit show on HGTV).

TA-008-618-6496-01, GE-008-618-6496-01

Property manager

Jeremy Stice
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 440080020002, GE-008-618-6496-01, TA-008-618-6496-01

About the area

Kaanapali

Located in Kaanapali, this condo is in the mountains and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Whalers Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Kaanapali Beach and Black Rock. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Lahaina, Hawaii

What's nearby

  • Kaanapali Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whalers Village - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kaanapali Golf Courses - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kaanapali Kai Course at Kaanapali Golf Resort - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Black Rock - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Kapalua, HI (JHM-West Maui) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Leilani's on the Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hula Grill Kaanapali - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Island Vintage Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Häagen-Dazs - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Hawaii Life Presents "Kahua Kai" Whaler 102- Direct Oceanfront 2BR/2BA have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Hawaii Life Presents "Kahua Kai" Whaler 102- Direct Oceanfront 2BR/2BA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hawaii Life Presents "Kahua Kai" Whaler 102- Direct Oceanfront 2BR/2BA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hawaii Life Presents "Kahua Kai" Whaler 102- Direct Oceanfront 2BR/2BA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hawaii Life Presents "Kahua Kai" Whaler 102- Direct Oceanfront 2BR/2BA located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kaanapali condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Kaanapali Beach and Whalers Village. Black Rock and May's Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 111 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

terri R.

Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Great Place

Rating Details: 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: Perfect location, just a few steps from Pool, Beach and BBQ. You could not find a better place to people watch go shopping or get a great meal.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oceanfront Paradise

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.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

This place was everything we had hoped for! Well stocked and an incredible location! We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Wonderful

Rating Details: 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: Now my family’s perfect unit here at The Whaler! You forfeit a certain view ( from up high) but so easy in and out and BBq and my son met some great people working on Lahaina at the grill - Army Corp of Engineers and the gave me ( since I live here at The Whaler) a big bottle of Tito’s! Room in great shade- thanks again❤️ Son, DNL and two college grandsons stayed here.
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10/10 Excellent

John G.

Whaler 102 on Kaanapali

Rating Details: 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: The location of this unit is ideal for enjoying the beautiful Kaanapali Beach. Being on ground level with access to beach front and pool was very convenient the family was able to spend so much more time enjoying the beach with out having to make numerous trips lugging stuff around. The best surprise was having the folding beach chairs, umbrella and beach towels provided was a big plus. We would usually rent these items form the Snorkel Store for the week. the best thing we enjoyed was being able to sit on the patio looking right out at the ocean. The inside of the unit was great as it was clean and very accommodating for a family of 4. Had no issues with anything during our stay and the rental team did a great job of staying in contact about necessary information and checking to see if everything was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

The perfect Maui stay for a family of five!

Rating Details: 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: We loved our stay at Whaler 102! There was plenty of room for our family of five, the condo was beautiful, and the location of our condo and the Whaler as a whole was just perfect! Would give it a 10/10 rating!
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10/10 Excellent

Juliane O.

Galentines weekend

Rating Details: 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: Exceptional in all categories!! We didn’t want leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Great trip to Maui

Rating Details: 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: I can't imagine a better suited unit for the best experience in West Maui than Whaler 102. Ground floor, west end of Tower 1, we saw whales everyday from our lanai. Walking distance to world class restaurants, snorkel trip pick up at the beach in front of the Whaler. Golf 4 minutes away. Love to come back and stay in 102!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Thanksgiving Vacation

Rating Details: 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: Our family have been vacationing at the Whaler the last 5 years and we have stayed in different units every time and this unit is by far the nicest, most well equipped and being on the ground floor was an absolute treat. The ease of using the barbecues for lunch and dinners, accessing the beach with gear and not having to use the elevators is a luxury in itself. I would recommend this unit to anyone that needs to sleep 6 very comfortably and easily 8 with the pull out queen couch. Views from this unit are amazing even with it being in the ground floor. We will hopefully get the opportunity to rent this unit again.
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10/10 Excellent

Ron P., Castaic,CA

Our favorite place in the whole world!

Rating Details: 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: We've stayed at The Whaler and in this unit several times. It feels like a second home to us. The location is perfect..The views amazing! Can't wait to return.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

This is our second time staying in this unit and can’t wait to go back! The unit was super clean and loved the updated bathrooms! We had a couple of questions and the manager was very quick to get back to us. The manager was also kind enough to supply us with a high chair and pack n play so we didn’t have to rent them. The unit came with beach chairs and umbrellas that were perfect for our beach days.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

AARON J.

Perfect, comfortable and beautiful

Rating Details: 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: This rental was perfect for our family of 5. It was equipped with all the extras: beach chairs, umbrellas, towels and ice chest. It is close to shops , restaurants and activities. Kitchen was stocked with essential cooking and kitchen supplies. The beds were extremely comfortable. Laundry in unit. We had morning coffee while watching the beautiful backdrop of the ocean. High recommend church at Hula Grill at 7:50am on Sundays. This rental has it all!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nina W.

The best unit on Kaanapali Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: With a few small fixes this unit is worth the money. It's the best unit the Whaler offers. Direct access to the beach and pool. The sunsets are amazing from your lanai.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Messay A.

We had a great time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great condo and excellent location for small kids. Bummer was that dishwasher was broken but overall a great experience.

10/10 Excellent

Judy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our girl’s family vacation

We absolutely loved the property and location. It was very spacious and beautiful beach access not to mention the spectacular view.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
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8/10 Good

A guest from Bishop, CA

Amazing Condo

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our third stay in this condo and we absolutely love it. The location could not be more perfect and the condo staff are all super kind and friendly. Being on the ground floor makes it very easy to go in and out with little kids.

8/10 Good

Jason M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location that needs remodeling

Property is premium and expensive but is in dire need of remodeling and basic upkeep and better cleaning- had to unclog tub drain, freezer handle was loose and falling off, toilets barely flushed, saw 2 cockroaches inside unit during our trip
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
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6/10 Okay

Ashley W.

Whaler 102

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our third time staying in the Whaler 102. The location is fantastic but unfortunately the unit itself didn't meet our expectations. Previously this unit has been well-stocked and in perfect condition. This time, the kitchen was lacking- 4 cracked cereal bowls for a unit this size was disappointing. We enjoyed our stay but for this price, expected a bit more upkeep of the unit.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for a beach vacation

Just can’t beat the location, right on the beach and next to the pool. My family really enjoyed the unit, even had a high chair and pack n play for my baby! Spent a good amount of time on the huge lanai enjoying the views. Already planning our next trip back!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica N.

Family fun

Rating Details: 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: We loved staying at this property! It was so close to the beach. We were able to go right out to the BBQs, pool and the beach. It was very convenient for our family. We have 3 kids so it made it so fun to have them run out and play whenvert they wanted.

8/10 Good

Gerry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Management company ver communicative and helpful. Very convenient location; bbq’s and pool just steps away: close to whaler’s village and restaurants. Negative is that the pool and pool area is very small.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alete A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location

Amazing experience. Best unit on the property. Kind staff. Perfect location. Quiet spot with lots of access to other hotels. Room was beautiful and spacious with lots of amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doreen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Location

Loved everything about this property. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jeremy Stice

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English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests