The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach
Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761
The Whaler is a luxury high-rise built in 1974, with 360 homes across two twelve-story towers directly on Kaanapali Beach. Floor plans run from studios to two-bedrooms, and the gated, full-service property includes tennis, a fitness center, and shops and restaurants on site.
Available records describe the zoning as hotel-use, but this has not been independently confirmed against Maui County's official published list, so verify current zoning and rental eligibility with Diane before you buy.
The short version
- ✦Gated luxury high-rise directly on Kaanapali Beach
- ✦360 homes in 2 twelve-story towers, built in 1974
- ✦Studio to 2-bedroom floor plans
- ✦Zoning reads as hotel-use, though not independently confirmed
- ✦Tennis, fitness center, and on-site shops and restaurants
By the numbers
- Year built
- 1974
- Total units
- 360
- Buildings
- 2 (12-story)
- Acreage
- 6.66 acres
- Floor plans
- Studio, 1 BR, 2 BR
- Unit size
- 523 to 1,444 sq ft
- Owner-occupied
- 15%
- Pets
- Not pet-friendly
Short-term rental status
Available records describe The Whaler's zoning as hotel-use, which would place it outside Bill 9's apartment-district phase-out, but this has not been independently confirmed against Maui County's official published list. Ask Diane to verify current zoning and rental eligibility before you count on rental income.
Rules are actively changing as of 2026. Contact Diane for the current status of a specific unit.
On the grounds
Layouts
Studio
1 ba · 523 sq ft
Two bedroom
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,444 sq ft
Where it sits
The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach is highlighted below among its Kaanapali neighbors, with a small inset showing where Kaanapali sits on Maui overall.
Illustrative map, based on real Maui coastline data.
Questions buyers ask
Where is The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach located?
The Whaler sits directly on Kaanapali Beach along Kaanapali Parkway, in the heart of the resort.
How big is The Whaler and when was it built?
Built in 1974, it holds 360 homes across two twelve-story towers, with studio to two-bedroom floor plans.
Can you short-term rent a condo at The Whaler?
Available records describe the zoning as hotel-use, but this has not been independently confirmed against the county's official list. Ask Diane to verify before you count on rental income.
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