You can’t be any closer to the beach. Pulled by the sound of the waves the whole time. Quiet beach during the week. The building is safe and good neighbours. Condo decor is dated but not run down or problematic. Loved our stay.
We had a wonderful time at this beach front condo. The beach was beautiful. The sunsets were spectacular. The property feels very safe and secure. The other residents/renters were friendly. We had a great time. We spent most of our time in Kapolei near our daughter. Driving in and out was tricky. You definitely have to time it right or you’ll hit some traffic. We will definitely come back in the future.
Condo was as advertised. The ocean view is AMAZING. The private beach was great. The location is definitely off the beaten path which is nice if you don’t want the chaos of Honolulu. Despite the many homeless in the area we felt safe at this gated community. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Our hosts were great communicators. The condo is in dire need of some Reno’s as some things didn’t work ( worn out plug ins, closet door comes off its tracks) and it is very dated. We found it expensive for what we got. As well, there are many rules! Despite all of that we enjoyed our stay.
This is a great location out-of-the-way of Waikiki. It's the old style Hawaii. Too many homeless encampments in the area. Needs to be cleaned up.
Just what we were looking. Outstanding location.
We love learning about the culture from the locals and native people! The beach was beautiful and so fun to play in the waves! We loved going to the beach next door and snorkeling with the turtles! Clean and well stocked with everything we needed! The view was spectacular and love the sound of the beautiful ocean! Excellent communication from our sweet host!
The view was Breathtaking! We felt right at home and are already planning our next Vacation.
In the late afternoons and early evenings, the condo is unbearably hot. We had to retreat to the bedroom each afternoon for the air Conditioning. The breeze is not enough to cool the condo. We were miserable each evening
Property was clean, well-stocked, and the beach was amazing! Property management was very responsive to questions. It was a quiet area away from the Waikiki frenzy.
Beautiful views, fun ocean waves, rooms are clean but small. The temperature was perfect, nice breeze every night. Good location to lots of other beaches
I was in town to visit my Mom who was recovering from a stroke. The property was perfect! It was worth the drive to that side of the island. The view was beautiful, we saw a seal swimming along the shoreline playing. The beach wasn’t crowded and everything is exactly as described! The owners are completely transparent on any construction( wasn’t bothersome at all as you are gone most of the time) Owners are also very helpful and quick to respond. I have to come back multiple times to help my Mom so hoping I am lucky enough to be able to stay here again! Mahalo Nui Loa!!
Everything was smooth, as-advertised, and done well--comfortable, well stocked kitchen and beach-toys; killer breeze, view, local suggestions, and communication. If we get back to the island we'll definitely return.
This place was awesome! The views off the balcony were superb. My wife and I enjoyed our 30th anniversary there for a week. We spent a couple days seeing other parts of the island and were very glad to get back to the cozy condo and the amazing beach. Snorkeling was great and the beach was perfect. We will definitely go back to the same location. The owners were fabulous to work with and very quick to respond with any issues. We loved it.. and will be going back.
I don't like being so critical, but honestly I really wish we had stayed somewhere else and we would not stay here again. A few positives first though before the reasons we didn't like the place.
The beach is nice, it is a bit steep if kids can't swim, but for our kids they had a blast. Snorkeling is available right off the beach. Great view of sunsets, turtles, sea lions, etc... Everything is 'right there'.
However, we would not stay here again because:
The first reason is all the rules, I've never stayed in a place that was so ridiculous. Don't sit on the bedspread, don't use the air conditioner during the day, don't unplug any plugs, don't dry your bathing suit on the lanai, take out your trash every day, wash and fold the sheets before you leave, the list just goes on and on with signs everywhere in BOLD UNDERLINES 'DO NOT'. It was far more like staying in a crazy relative's place and following their rules as a guest instead of feeling like a paying customer.
Second, there was construction almost every day that was not disclosed in the listing. No relaxing on the lanai for us with the ocean sounds drowned out by reciprocating saws.
Third, we definitely overpaid. The place is listed as 'dated', but it is neglected. The place was gross and super worn. How hard would it be to use a magic eraser on the bathroom door or cabinets, there was a two inch brown trim of filth around the edges. Everything was very worn, pans were bent, Tupperware leaked, glasses broke.
There was even a leak in the place when we were there and the maintenance staff moved the ceiling panels to access it - but they didn't put it back and one of the tiles fell and hit my daughter. The maintenance philosophy is definitely wait until it breaks to address.
Finally, the neighborhood is advertised as 'locals', but it is definitely not nice. Lots of broken down cars and trash in the yards. Tons of homeless. In fact when we snorkel from the beach, we had to navigate the homeless camp's fishing lines.
Overall, this is a cheap, budget ocean view location, but we've stayed at other ocean view, beach front rentals in Hawaii with the same budget and they were way nicer than this. We overpaid and could have gotten so much more for our money.
This place was awesome! The views off the balcony were superb. My wife and I enjoyed our 30th anniversary there for a week. We spent a couple days seeing other parts of the island and were very glad to get back to the cozy condo and the amazing beach. Snorkeling was great and the beach was perfect. We will definitely go back to the same location. The owners were fabulous to work with and very quick to respond with any issues. We loved it.. and will be going back.
This was a perfect condo for 2people. It had everything we needed with an excellent ocean view. Rarely more than a handful of people on the beach. Some neighbors played their conch shells each sunset. We saw several whales. The beach gets deep very quickly and has a strong riptide, so probably would not be the best location for young children or their aging grandparents. We loved it so much, we want to return for longer next time.
This was a perfect condo for 2people. It had everything we needed with an excellent ocean view. Rarely more than a handful of people on the beach. Some neighbors played their conch shells each sunset. We saw several whales. The beach gets deep very quickly and has a strong riptide, so probably would not be the best location for young children or their aging grandparents. We loved it so much, we want to return for longer next time.
Outstanding views and building- very well kept condo - provided us with some ideas!
Outstanding views and building- very well kept condo - provided us with some ideas!
Low-key, relaxing, great weather. Dated facility but everything worked. Friendly, helpful people. Best meal in town- Breakfast at Countryside Cafe.
Low-key, relaxing, great weather. Dated facility but everything worked. Friendly, helpful people. Best meal in town- Breakfast at Countryside Cafe.
Great place, nice beach. the owners were the best. would recommend to my friends
Great place, nice beach. the owners were the best. would recommend to my friends
We had a great stay here . Condo was nice and was stocked with the necessitys. The view was BREATH TAKING !!! The location is about an hour from all the hustle and bustle so the beach was not packed with ppl . It was a great place to stay
I am so happy with our decision to book this property. The condo was clean and well stocked with anything you would need for a beach vacation. The breeze kept the place cool and the views were exceptional. I would gladly visit again and highly recommend to others.
Would certainly come here again.
To me this is the best side of the island.. Private BEACH , snorkeling equipment, great water pressure. Killer views. Killer breeze never used the AC… security was awesome. Surfing Makaha and Tracks was Epic.. but don’t tell anyone!
Very enjoyable property. Wonderful view and beach. I would definitely stay here again.
Great stay at a very functional condo right on a great beach. Would come back for sure!
We finally made it to Hawaii and this beautiful Condo with the view and perpetual wave sound was the "end of the rainbow". We are so glad we opted out of a Honolulu stay and found the Hawaiian Princess at Makaha. Mahalo to Pat and Don.
