We had an amazing stay at Lulei’s condo! My boyfriend and I came to Oahu to visit some ohana and sight-see. Here is our takeaway:
Check-in: Check in was a breeze. Just followed the instructions and got the keys without a hitch. When we walked into the condo, we were welcomed with large water bottles and delicious chocolates on the counter, which I felt was a thoughtful touch.
The room: The condo was very cozy and CLEAN. I am a bit germaphobic (I’m that person that will Lysol everything down) and always feel a bit paranoid when staying at Airbnb’s and hotels. As soon as we walked in, you could feel the cleanliness. I didn’t bring any Lysol with me this time, but honestly I felt comfortable to set my things down and out right away (I later saw Lulei provides cleaning supplies under the sink if needed). I really appreciated this because it makes my stay much more enjoyable when I feel comfortable in my environment. Additionally, the bedding was super soft and cozy. I slept better than I do at home, thanks to the memory foam mattress and plush pillows. The restroom was also clean and well stocked with toiletries and soft bath towels that came in useful.
The kitchenette: We spent a lot of time running around and meeting up with family, so I honestly didn’t look through all the cabinets and drawers. However, we did make frequent use of the refrigerator, microwave, and sink, which had ample room for our needs. The fridge comes stocked with condiments and drinks, which was another touch that we appreciated! Especially when we came home after long days and found ourselves to be thirsty, but too exhausted to leave our room.
Balcony: The view is beautiful! There is a patio set to relax on and Lulei also provides beach gear and beach towels (in the room) to use for any beach excursions! Super useful as well.
Parking: There is free street parking by the canal available if you have time to browse, but we found it a bit hard to find. There is also metered parking nearby for those interested. We are right among the touristy area though, so that was no surprise to us. We honestly didn’t mind paying for the convenience of parking inside the Island Colony parking garage, which was $35/day at the time of our visit.
Location: We were in the heart of Waikiki, so we took advantage of being within walking distance of everything! We enjoyed walking to stores, restaurants, shopping centers, bars, and Waikiki beach! Honestly couldn’t have had a better location.
The host: Lulei was so helpful, attentive, and sweet! She was quick to respond to any questions we had and was very informative and helpful. She made our stay very comfortable and I would definitely rent with her again!
We didn’t take full advantage of the building’s amenities (sauna, pool, laundry room, convenience store, etc.), so I cannot speak to everything, but I hope I covered the main info. All of the attention to detail in the condo really made all of the difference. Overall, I would highly, highly recommend Lulei’s beautiful place to anyone looking to visit!