The Whaler is a good place to stay if location is your main concern. We were right on the beach and close to shops and restaurants. The Whaler is a poor choice if you are a delicate prince or princess. It is old and in need of a facelift but very clean and the employees are nice and helpful. The... more

This place has so many positive factors going for it that it's a shame that a few events contributed to an overall negative impression. the negatives... 1)the construction is on from 8.30 till 4.30.. with jackhammering at times is deafening from lanai and a dull roar with the doors closed. it encompasses the ENTIRE courtyard which separates the 2 buildings.... more

Maybe it's the construction, but the staff and management simply don't care about you. This was a repeat visit for me here, but they could care less. Here were my problems: A) When I made the reservation, I asked for Tower I, Floors 9 - 12. Instead, I was assigned a 4th floor room in Tower II. They were able... more

Stayed in Whaler since 1979- Best beach in Maui and more so today as some beach has eroded in front of Hyatt and Marriott. This time we spent several days going on side trips and discovered new areas of Maui. The construction stopped at 3PM daily so we still had several hours of beach time until the sunset. Just make... more

We checked in today to our unit and were quite shocked to find the property in the midst of a massive rennovation. We were informed by the front desk that the pool will be closed for the next 90 days and you can go to another resort if you want to use a swimming pool. There are signs on all... more

I've been to Maui many times and have always stayed at the Whaler. This trip was the most (actually, the only) disappointing one we've taken there. Heed warnings of prior reviews...the construction there is awful - no landscaping, jackhammers and backhoes running all day - it's like Beirut on a bad day. Future visitors be forewarned - they are closing... more

I stayed at The Whaler from 8/7 thru 8/20 and had a great time in this unit. It was in tower 1 facing Black Rock and the lanai opens right out into the side garden with a perfect view of the ocean and Black Rock. I couldn't hear any of the construction but parkign is kind of a pain since... more

I want to warn anyone that has booked a room facing the courtyard that there will be constant, very loud noise from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Monday-Friday. We booked through an owner for 2 rooms, on high floors, one back from ocean front in tower 1. We were not told of the construction and awoke on the first morning... more

The Whaler, Maui, Unit 201; check "www.mauikauai.com". Our family had a wonderful experience in Maui. This condo is right on the Kaanapali Beach and near the Whaler's village. The Unit has been remodeled with a beautiful kitchen and baths and even "Tommy Bahama" furniture!! Spectacular views of the pool, ocean,Black Rock etc. The "Wrap around deck" is incredible, we had... more