The location is wonderful! it is a very short walk to the beach, close to everything from shopping to restaurants, and the size is wonderful. We enjoyed sitting on the lanai while eating breakfast and planning our days, and having a kitchen to use was ideal! We made smoothies with the blender and used the tea kettle as well as the toaster and stove top! This residence is located above a delicious smelling restaurant (we didn't get to eat there), and there is an ABC store next door which was great for essentials and postcards :)
At night, noise was never an issue at all, which I really appreciated. The location really is ideal because it is close to everything but quiet at night and safe.
Communication with the property management team was easy and they were quick to respond. Having a washer and dryer on the same floor was very convenient, and it only cost $5 total to wash and dry a load of laundry, which I felt was very reasonable.
I think this is a great option for anyone traveling who wants to be able to have the opportunity to prepare food. The space was also really nice because most of the places I looked at in Hawaii were pretty cramped, and I really enjoyed having a space to relax in after a long hike or day in the sun.
Bonus: the blackout curtains were amazing and such a great feature!!