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Reviews of Oceanfront-The Whaler 412 @ Kaanapali & Black Rock Beach!

Oceanfront-The Whaler 412 @ Kaanapali & Black Rock Beach!
Lahaina, HI

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
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10/10 Excellent

Noreen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whaler 412
Great room and location. Very responsive host. We had a wonderful time and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pure joy!
We absolutely loved this condo and the location was perfect. The place is completely updated with nice furniture, comfortable bed and all of the kitchen utensils one could possibly need. Having two bathrooms is a bonus and their was plenty of towels. The washer and dryer is not in the unit, but super close and free to use. The view from the condo is amazing! The previous review is misleading, while the condo is not ocean front it is about a close as you can get. You can see the ocean while sitting on the couch and from the bedroom. Sure if you are in the bathrooms you won't be able to see the ocean. The waves crashing is so loud you can hear it with the slider doors closed! As for the kitchen and utensils, everything was absolutely clean despite what the previous reviewer wrote. The dishwasher left spots so maybe he confused that with being dirty. A little rinse aid would fix it. As far as the taste of the water, thats subjective. Being in the middle of Whaler's village was fantastic! And the added bonus of bbq's made it so convenient to do our own cooking. We would definitely rent this unit again. Thank you!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2024
Aloha Kristi, Thank you so much for your 5 Star review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful stay at The Whaler 412! We're so happy that the kitchen had everything you needed and that the beds were comfortable! That is what we strive for! We are glad that you enjoyed the view as much as we do! It truly is amazing! It was our pleasure hosting you and we look forward to having you back again on your next Maui vacation! Mahalo, Alicia and the 123Maui Team

10/10 Excellent

Kourosh D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location & excellent unit!
Amazing location and a very comfortable unit. The host was very communicative and super responsive, amazing overall with a few minor things. The Whaler is one of the better locations on Kaanapali, and this unit is in tower 1 which faces away from the noise of Whaler village (in contrast, tower 2 units is sandwiched between tower 1 and restaurants/Whalers village). You don't have an ocean view when directly looking out of either windows, and that's fair/typical for the price point of this unit. Stepping out to the balcony you see the ocean at a close angle. The unit also felt very spacious for a 1bed/2bath (it's double the size of the studio units). Comfortable bed, and the check-in process was smooth. A few suggestions or minor things that didn't bother us too much: - All 3 hand soap dispensers were watered down, to the point that it felt like 95% water. We had to go to the store & buy our own soap. I'll give the benefit of the doubt that this was done mistakenly by another guest - but if future guests face the same issue, it's fair to deduct a point - Water is very hard/distasteful & fridge has no dispenser to filter. Adding a Brita filter will be a great addition - Many dishes & utensils were dirty - Installing towel hooks would be great. We found it difficult to hang towels from anywhere - At $15 a bag, providing coffee would be a cheap/fantastic addition - Other full-kitchen places we've stayed at provide cooking oil, sugar,basic spices (pepper shaker was out too)
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Aloha and thank you for the review. We appreciate the feedback we receive from our guests like yourself. I would like to note that the photos we provide on the website are done at angles that accurately portray the views and there certainly is a beach view from the sofa and of course the balcony which will be at an angle because we are not a beach front unit, we are an ocean view unit. As for your suggestions, we ordered a replacement Brita filter as a previous guest must have either taken or broken the one we had. We will be adding bathroom hooks for towels and looking for other ways to improve our guests stay. Thank you again for your suggestions

10/10 Excellent

Cat L., Houston, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Maui Stay!
This spot was perfect for my husband and I as we enjoyed Maui for a week and celebrated a family wedding. The bed was comfortable and we loved having two bathrooms and the bedroom separate from the living and kitchen area. The finishes were beautiful and everything was well stocked. The hosts were marvelous and responsive and the property is in a great location with a wonderful view. We enjoyed all of the walkable restaurants and snorkeling at black rock (also walkable). We spent one night in the Ritz in Kapalua and we much preferred this condo at the Whaler! We highly recommend and would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec 2023
Mahalo Catherine! Thank you for your wonderful review. We really appreciate your kind words. You are a joy to host and welcome back anytime! Be well and hope to see you again soon! Aloha! Kelli

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Condo
The condo is beautiful, well appointed and comfortable. It was a great hang space for our family. The kitchen had everything we needed -- which was super helpful when we wanted to take a break from eating out. Both Kelli and Vance were responsive to all of my questions -- both before and during our visit. When we return to Kaanapali, we will definitely try to rent their condo again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian L., Manvel, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible!!!!
This place was incredible and would absolutely stay here again. The Whaler is a perfect location. Very short beach walk to Whalers Village and Black Rock. Check-in and out was very easy, the room has an incredible view, extremely clean, and comfortable. The communication from the owner is awesome. They have a book with everything outlined for everything you could need or want. The only thing, very minor, is that I expected the washer & dryer to be in the unit, like the others we rented, vs down the hall way. Highly recommend this spot!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Aloha Brian! We really enjoyed you staying with us! You are a joy to work with. We are grateful that you enjoyed your vacation! We hope you return soon! You are now part of the 123Maui VIP List! Be well, Kelli

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M., Santa Clarita, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great unit
We’ve stayed at The Whaler quite a few times but first time in this unit. It was awesome! Very up to date. Great location and clean. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Aloha Brittany, We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at The Whaler 410-412! Your feedback means so much to us! We would love to have you back again soon on your next Maui vacation! Mahalo, Alicia and the 123Maui Team

10/10 Excellent

Regina F.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th Birthday Celebration Trip
Beautiful unit! Newly decorated with all the amenities and attention to detail. Amazing views and grounds are immaculate. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wanda R., Lenexa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great unit! Just like the pics! The Whaler resort is the perfect location for beach, restaurants and shopping. This is our 3rd year staying at this resort. Love it! Actual unit was well stocked and done well. The only downside was this unit did not have a washer/dryer in the unit. Totally my mistake for not double checking the listing, so this was a surprise upon our arrival. We used the Resort laundry, which was free, but a little hard to get an empty unit without waiting. Again...my bad for not rechecking. The owners were great and promptly answered all questions. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Aloha Wanda and Mahalo for your five star review! We are so happy to hear that you loved the location of The Whaler 410-412 and that the condo was well stocked with everything you needed! Your feedback and comfort means so much to us! Although there is no washer and dryer inside the unit, we are happy that you were able to get use of the resort laundry facility. It was a pleasure hosting you and we look forward to seeing you again on your next Maui vacation! Mahalo, Alicia and Team

10/10 Excellent

Chimene C., San Francsco

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
Never disappointed when we visit The Whaler. Can’t wait to come back. Aloha!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Aloha Chimene, Thank you for the great review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at The Whaler 410-412! We look forward to hosting you again on your next Maui vacation! Mahalo, Alicia

10/10 Excellent

Zach G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, clean condo in great location
A perfect place to stay, right on the beach with a great view. Updated interior and appliances with everything you need to chill out and enjoy your time on Maui. Will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Aloha Zach, Thank you for your 5-Star Review! Your feedback is very important to us and we greatly appreciate it! We are so happy to hear that you loved the condo and that you had everything you needed to relax and enjoy your vacation! It was a pleasure having you stay and we look forward to seeing you again on your next Maui vacation! Mahalo, Alicia

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely condo on beautiful Maui Beach!
This condo is in The Whaler Resort, which is a mid-sized resort on Ka'anapali beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Maui. The condo is fantastic, even nicer than the pictures - well furnished and spotlessly clean. It had all of the amenities we needed for our stay, and more, including beach towels, chairs, and both small and large coolers. The bed was very comfortable and we stayed cool using just the ceiling fans and keeping the sliding doors open to let in the breeze and to hear the ocean waves. The resort itself is also very tidily kept. It sits right on the beach so you have excellent sunset views and easy access to the ocean. Just a short walk down the beach lies Black Rock beach, where we snorkeled nearly every day - we saw so many sea turtles! Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Aloha Margaret and Mahalo for the wonderful and detailed review! Your feedback means so much to us! We are thrilled to hear that you had everything you needed during your stay and that you loved The Whaler 410-412 as much as we do! It was a pleasure hosting you on your Maui vacation! Please come back and stay with us again! Mahalo, Alicia

8/10 Good

Balaji G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to stay and have fun
Overall a very good experience. Property manager is very reasonable and considerate! Resort check in staff is rude, otherwise we had lot of fun staying at this residence!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Aloha and thank you for your review! We are happy to hear that you loved the condo and that you enjoyed your stay at the Whaler 410-412. We are sorry to hear about your experience with the resort check in staff and we will forward your concerns to the Aston Kaanapali Shores. We look forward to hosting you on your next Maui vacation! Mahalo, Alicia

10/10 Excellent

Ash E., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
March Kanapali stay
We stayed at the Whaler in one bedroom unit with two bathrooms, the unit was very clean, totally renovated the kitchen had all we need, the bedroom were clean and the bed was comfortable, the air condition worked very well in both rooms the fans also made the room more comfortable, the balcony overlooked the ocean and the black rock and was very large and accommodated four chair s and two extended chairs with more room to spare. Our stay was great and we will be back next year for sure.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Aloha Ash, Thank you so much for staying with us and for giving us such a great review! Your feedback is so important to us and much appreciated! We are happy to hear that you had everything you needed and that your stay was comfortable! It is also wonderful to hear you enjoyed the view of Black Rock from the condo! It is truly stunning and we're excited to hear you were able to relax on the balcony and enjoy it! We hope to see you back again on your next Maui vacation! Mahalo, Alicia

10/10 Excellent

Jan L., Carmel, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
SUPERB.
I don't know how this luscious condo would work for a family, but for a couple? A 3-4 girl's trip? Look no further. The place is beautifully updated and appointed. It's spacious, comfortable and right in the heart of Kaanapali Beach. Having two full bathrooms makes it a unique find in a one-bedroom condo and a wonderful bonus for guests. Located right next door to Whaler Village, the hub of activity for the area, makes reservations for dinner, snorkeling, whale watching, beach rentals, etc extremely convenient. The check-in process wasn't a 'process,' it was as easy as checking into a nice hotel. The staff couldn't be lovelier or more helpful. And the owners? Oh my goodness, a dream: easy to get in touch with, very knowledgeable about the area, and absolutely dedicated to making sure your stay is as perfect as you hope it will be. Oh, and that balcony, talk about roomy! It has a dining table with four chairs and two lounge chairs PLUS a fantastic view of Black Rock, Molokai, a bit of Lanai, and the occasional rainbow. We spent a lot of mornings and evenings just soaking up joy of being there. In paradise. 10 Stars. Highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
We loved our stay! The property was just as listed. Beautiful view of Kaanapali Beach with many whale sitings (thank you for thinking of binoculars!). Comfortable furniture. We appreciated the fully stocked kitchen and even used the grill one night. The kids enjoyed using the pool and hot tub in the evenings. We liked being so close to Whaler’s Village for shopping and for getting a quick bite to eat. Friendly staff and overall great place. You thought of everything. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
It's MAUI - what more needs to be said!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Kathy! MY FAVORITE REVIEW. LOL Hope to have you back! Kelli

10/10 Excellent

Barb W., Langley Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach stay
Very nicely decorated, the kitchen had everything you would need,. Very comfortable, loved the lounging chairs on the lanai spent many hours out there reading, listening to the waves and enjoying the view.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach access.
Nice condo. Easy access to the beach, just steps from the building. Building has underground parking included with your resort fee. Building has outdoor grilles and tables and chairs available for use. Condo has a nice kitchen and master bedroom. Nice large balconey.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Aloha Pat! Thank you for your 5 star review! We really appreciate you! We are glad you love the Whaler as much as we do! We hope you come and stay with us again soon! Kelli 123Maui

10/10 Excellent

Kent I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay, great location, nice condo
Wonderful property at Whaler's Village. Centrally located in Kaanapali for countless activities. Condo itself is in immaculate shape with new furnishings. Had one issue with an A/C unit that went offline. Contacted owner and within 30 minutes, a maintenance person was onsite and the issue was resolved. Highly recommend this owner and this property! We'll be back for sure!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Aloha Kent- Thank you for such a great review! We really enjoyed working with you and you were most pleasant. You are welcome back anytime and we appreciate your referrals. Take care and safe travels. Mahalo, Kelli

10/10 Excellent

Paula H., Glenwood Springs

Liked: Cleanliness
Whaler #412
We had such a wonderful time in Kaanapali. It all started with having a great place to stay. This condo is very comfortable in many ways. The bed is great, the lanai is large, the kitchen has everything you might need, etc. Kelli was easy to get a hold of for any question that came up. The pictures represent the condo well. I would highly recommend this condo to others.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Thank you Paula! You were absolutely wonderful and are now a VIP client!! We appreciate you and welcome you or your friends back anytime!!!! Mahalo, Kelli

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at the Whaler 412
The condo was completely remodeled and the kitchen was stocked better than any condo we’ve stayed at. I felt like a queen staying in a unit that was furnished with brand new furniture, TVs and appliances. It was very clean and the bed was very comfy! The condo felt so roomy and I was surprised at how big the balcony was! The views are amazing and you can see the beach and black rock right off the balcony. We really loved the location. We were right next to Whaler’s Village! We were able to walk to restaurants and shops and we loved taking a stroll at night on the Kaanapali walkway right out front! We will definitely come again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Mahalo Alicia! This review means a lot coming from you. I appreciate you evaluating the condo for me! Aloha! Kelli