Aston at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach

The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach faces Kaanapali Beach and is adjacent to shops and restaurant at Whalers Village. Kaanapali golf courses are across the street, and Lahaina is three miles away.

The resort centers around a koi-pond garden and a rectangular pool surrounded by slate-tile sundecks. Studios and suites are in two, 12-story towers.

Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in the lobby. In addition, the hotel features a small business center.

Smoking is not permitted on the property.

The resort hosts a Mai Tai party every other week. One of two barbecue areas is on an oceanfront lawn with granite picnic tables. A day spa, a fitness center, five tennis courts (surcharge), a sundries store, and coin-operated laundry facilities are also on site.

Children ages 5 to 12 can attend Camp Kaanapali, located at a companion property one mile away (surcharge).

Cane & Taro

Hula Grill and Barefoot Bar

Leilani's on the Beach

This Maui resort faces a sandy stretch of Kaanapali Beach, which Dr. Stephen Leatherman (a.k.a. Dr. Beach) named America's Best Beach for 2003. The beach is popular for swimming, windsurfing, kayaking, and parasailing. Black Rock, a cultural treasure and renowned snorkeling spot, is just north of the resort.

Beyond the koi-pond garden is a large rectangular pool with a spa tub and two slate-tile sundecks. A fitness center contains cardio machines, free weights, and resistance equipment. Five tennis courts are available for a surcharge.

The complimentary Kaanapali Resort shuttle stops in front of the lobby and can take guests to two championship golf courses across the street. A beach walkway leads to the entertainment and activities of the Kaanapali Resort at large.

Kapulua's three famed golf courses and golf academy are seven miles north.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

• Self parking fee: USD 12 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Camp Kaanapali is offered to children ages 5 – 12. Camp activities include a variety of Hawaiian cultural and outdoor-based activities such as hula dancing, ukulele lessons, beach exploration, lei making, sand art, kite making/flying, swimming, scavenger hunts, games, arts, and crafts. Both day and evening sessions are available. One-time registration fee of $10 per child includes a t-shirt. Daily rate of $25 per child includes meals. Registration must be made 24 hours in advance upon arrival at the resort. Registration is held daily at 8 AM at the Camp Kaanapali Center in room 135. Camp Kaanapali hours are Monday – Friday (with the exception of major holidays), 8 AM – 2 PM. Friday evening sessions are 5 PM – 9 PM and include dinner. Space is limited to 16 participants per session. Children who are ill may not attend.

Note: Camp Kaanapali is located at the ASTON Kaanapali Shores and is available to registered guests of all ASTON properties on Maui.