You're definitely paying for the location and views for Robert's place. It's centrally located, close to beaches, Waikiki, Ala Moana Center, etc. and the views from the apartment are great! However, the apartment is definitely in need of an upgrade; some of the drawers in the kitchen are breaking apart and it's just an older apartment in general. The mattress in the master bedroom needs to be replaced; it's old and you sink a couple inches if you sleep in the middle, it made our nights rather unrestful. The check in process with Joe was smooth. Parking is available and you'll have to pay $25/day (not included in rental fees).