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

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A beachfront hotel with multiple high-rise buildings, a pool area, and a sandy beach.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach with boats and a clear sky.
Whaler 102 Aerial - Whaler 102 Aerial
A beach with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Whalers Village
Sleeps 6•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Lahaina, HI
  • Place, Whalers Village
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaanapali Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaanapali Kai Course at Kaanapali Golf Resort
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kahului, HI (OGG)
    ‪41 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

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

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Property Registration Number 440080020002, GE-008-618-6496-01, TA-008-618-6496-01
Property # 1007944vb
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

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. Consider The Plantation House Restaurant for a night out or Hawaii Nature Center of Iao Valley if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Lahaina, HI

What's nearby

  • Whalers Village - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kaanapali Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kaanapali Kai Course at Kaanapali Golf Resort - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kaanapali Golf Courses - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Drums of the Pacific Lū‘au - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Monkeypod Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Island Vintage Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Leilani's on the Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hula Grill Kaanapali - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maui Brewing Company Ka‘anapali - ‬6 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Hawaii Life Presents "Kahua Kai" Whaler 102- Direct Oceanfront 2BR/2BA?

As of 1 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hawaii Life Presents "Kahua Kai" Whaler 102- Direct Oceanfront 2BR/2BA on 30 April 2027 start from NZ$6,675, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hawaii Life Presents "Kahua Kai" Whaler 102- Direct Oceanfront 2BR/2BA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 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 10-minute walk of Kaanapali Beach and Whalers Village. Black Rock and May's Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 116 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo 102 is a beautiful condo which looks out directly on the ocean and the amazing beach! It is the perfect condo for a family with small children and senior citizens, which our party had both. Very well stocked with anything you could possibly need. If you ever rent this condo you definitely won’t be disappointed. The host was very good with staying in touch with us and was available anytime we needed anything. We look forward to returning again in the future!
Stayed 20 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Great property

Our family really enjoyed staying here. Great location and view.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Aloha, thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed all the condo had to offer and its location. Whaler is truly the perfect Maui getaway vacation. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice T.

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

The property outlook and location were one of a kind. We hope to stay again.

We would highly recommend the property to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 November 2021
Aloha Janice, Thank you for staying at our oceanfront beachside condo at the Whaler. Everyone who stays here loves the easy in easy out to the beach. The lanai is also a great place for people watching walk along the beach walk. Mahalo! The Stice Team of Hawaii Life Vacations
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
50 percent at pool or beach
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele J.

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

Perfect location ~

This property was like no other we’ve experienced. It was perfectly located to food, beach, pool, activities and spectacular views.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2021
Aloha Michele, Mahalo Nui, for your feedback on the Whaler Unit 102. It sounds like you had a great Maui Vacation, and we love to hear that. Please visit us again next time you come to Maui. Aloha!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

terri R.

Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deanne A.

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

Maui 2021

Amazing view, perfect spot for a family!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2022
Aloha Deanne, we are so glad you enjoyed your spectacular ocean views and made great memories of your Maui vacation with your ohana! We are grateful for your feedback. We hope to host you again in the future. Mahalo Nui!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Akhilesh T.

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

Amazing experience

Absolutely amazing experience that is hard to beat. The property location, views from the property, proximity to beach, proximity to amenities, restaurants and the interiors. Would absolutely love to visit and stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2021
Aloha Akhilesh, Mahalo Nui, for your feedback. It sounds like a lovely vacation! We are so happy that it was enjoyable and relaxing for you. We look forward to hosting you again next time you visit Maui!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Pefection - in every way!

Clean, bright and welcoming. Position "A" for beach access, Ocean, peoplewatching, and sunset viewing. We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly!! We had a most amazing time - THANK YOU!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2021
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback. We are so happy you enjoyed the place and your vacation. Thanks for being such a great guest. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

dan w.

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

Whaler room 102

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: A wonderful location can't be beat
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2021
Aloha, and thank you for the kind review, Dan. We're so glad you feel this unit's location cannot be beaten. We appreciate you being our guest. Please do come back and stay with us again. Mahalo!
From a partner site

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.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2023
Glad you had a wonderful time Messay and trust that the dishwasher has been repaired. See you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Fantastic 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: The condo was everything we dreamed it would be. The location was central to all the activities, restaurants and shops. The unit itself was a perfect fit for our family!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
I am so happy to hear that you had a wonderful stay and that you found it to be convenient location! We greatly appreciate your review as well.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ginniann B.

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

Great Location , a short walk to Snorkeling at Black Rock

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: The property is as close to the water as you can get and is also walking distance to many restaurants and shops in the area. The property does need some minor repairs but the location cannot be beat.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Sounds like a lovely vacation! We are so happy that it was enjoyable and relaxing for you. We appreciate this feedback. We look forward to hosting you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dee D.

Beach Front

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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 condo is bright, clean and large. The location is right on the beach and near many great restaurants and shopping. The beach chairs provided were so nice and convenient. I'd stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2022
We want to say Mahalo Dee for staying with us, we are so glad you were able to enjoy and relax on a lovely Hawaiian Vacation. We truly appreciate this feedback. We are looking forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

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
From a partner site

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
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2023
Aloha Nina, Glad you loved it and trust that after the extensive remodel we are putting together all of the finishing touches. See you again soon:)
Verified review

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debora C.

There's no going back once you stay in Unit 102

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. 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: The most beautiful and convenient condo in the place. Ocean and pool front! No need for shoes when you can walk 10 feet to the pool and another 10 to the ocean.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2021
Mahalo for staying with us, we hope to host you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Perfection

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 have stayed at many units at The Whaler (it’s our favorite) but this one is, by far, the nicest one yet. The location of this unit is absolute perfection. Between the expansive ocean views, the ground floor location for the kids run around outside, and the spacious and nicely appointed condo, we could not have dreamed of a better vacation. We cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2021
Aloha Courtney, We are thrilled you enjoyed the Whaler 102. You cannot beat the access to the beach. We love to hear about our guests and their kids make great memories at our condos. We hope to host you and your Ohana again in the near future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

A Wonderful Stay at Whaler 102

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 was our second stay at Whaler 102 and we had a wonderful time! A great unit if you are traveling with children- it is equipped with everything we needed for our 2 year old. The balcony overlooking the ocean is a perfect place to enjoy breakfast or a glass of wine while watching the sunset. Can't say enough great things about this unit- we look forward to our return.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Aloha, Thank you so much for your review and for sharing your experience with us! We are so thrilled to hear you had everything you needed for a great stay and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

A Wonderful Stay at Whaler 102

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 was our second stay at Whaler 102 and we had a wonderful time! A great unit if you are traveling with children- it is equipped with everything we needed for our 2 year old. The balcony overlooking the ocean is a perfect place to enjoy breakfast or a glass of wine while watching the sunset. Can't say enough great things about this unit- we look forward to our return.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Aloha, Thank you so much for your review and for sharing your experience with us! We are so thrilled to hear you had everything you needed for a great stay and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There isn't a better condo on Kanapali Beach. We were traveling with my 88-year-old mom, who cant walk long distances. The location and access to the beach, pool, and BBQ area were exactly what we needed; it was like having all that in our backyard. Even though it is close to the beach walk, it feels private and quiet. I loved hearing the waves at night, and besides the bathrooms, you have a beautiful view of the ocean or Black Rock from every angle in every room. I was pleasantly surprised to find it stocked with basic spices and oils, and random things that are useful and I didn't need to purchase. I really can't say enough about how much we loved it. It was clean and the beds were comfortable, they provided extra towels and beach towels. Another surprise was finding a closet full of beach gear, including three chairs, a boogie board, noodles, kid toys, and coolers. We didn't need it, but they had cribs, strollers, and little beach chairs for the kids. We will be back. (and I can't wait to come back and use the kids' stuff when the grandbabies finally arrive!) Its perfect for famlies. Sliding glass doors up to a huge grass area for them to get their energy out!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

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