The beach is just downstairs and it is lovely! The pool and hot tub are very nice for the evening or for when the surf is rough. If your goal is to do a lot of things on the North Shore on in Honolulu, this location will not be great for you. The North Shore is a solid hour in the best traffic. If you want to chill on the beach, hang with your family, and cook on the grill, nothing could be better. The space is exactly as advertised.