This unit is clean, spacious and close to absolutely everything in Honolulu/Waikiki. Sue was super helpful with our check in and out- and she even sent lists of places to visit and services to use- very helpful. There were a few cleaning supplies and a vacuum/mop/broom for use. The fridge is full size fridge and freezer and the BEST PART was the freezer had a wicked good ice maker. It was excellent for a vacation trip/packing a cooler/filling my Yeti. There is a coffee maker, toaster, rice maker, blender, microwave, stove and oven. They are worked well. Bring your own coffee- there were filters when we were there. There is a strict no smoking policy on the Lanais- so use the 7th floor. This was disappointing only for the fact that it would've been nice to enjoy a smoke with a beverage at night. But, we survived and went to 7th floor or street.
I will point out (which did not bother us) that this unit is directly above the Chart House Pub&Resto (2nd floor unit). This place has live music every night of the week. This also means that you hear the bar traffic and fights (we saw a few) outside. It definitely did not take away from our experience because we are only 30 and enjoyed staying out late. The few nights that we did stay in to watch tv- we just turned up the tv. No biggie. But, if you prefer a quiet setting; this place/building/area, is NOT for you.
The best part is you are a 10-15 minute walk from Waikiki beach, Ala Moana Beach Park, Ala Moana shopping centre, McDonalds (breaky sandys), Red Lobster is attached to the building, and the Chart House and Harbour Pub are directly under you. They have fabulous foods and drinks. Try the homemade pizza and subs are harbour, below CH. Chart house has some fabulous bartenders (Mikey was our fav), and they have cheap bar eats. $5 (I think?) draft beer during late happy hour which I believe was 8/9-close. CH is also open for brunch on weekends- it was OK. (I would definitely try Wolfgangs instead. Cheaper and a nicer selection.) ABC store across the intersection near McD's and a Subway/sushi spot in the shopping centre right there as well.
Another few things to mention- you are in one of the busiest parts of the marina. There will be fishing boats, catamarans, and people whom reside on their boats. The downside to this for me was the amount of garbage in the marina. It was atrocious and incredible. Luckily, a resident that lives on her boat cleaned it up on our last day. I was so thrilled to see that.
The building is clean overall, has a garbage chute in each hall, recycling on the 7th floor, and smoking on the 7th floor. There is also a laundry room on the 8th floor but be mindful that they do NOT accepts coins. ONLY CC, and an app that is bluetoothed to the machines. It is between $3.25-3.75 per load for washing and drying. Often times the machines are all full. I found it was best to go late at night.
The unit needs curtains. It has awesome shades that block out the heat and SOME light but not all light. The furniture was in great shape and the KING bed was exceptionally comfy! We also loved the addition of the lamps that were touch-on, and had a plug in right on the lamp base to charge your phone!
There is a large dresser that both of us fit our things in, and lots of hangars in the closet. You have a little foyer area between the bedroom and bathroom which was an awesome spot to throw dirty laundry/undress/get sunscreened for the day. It helped me to not cram into the bathroom everyday to get ready, but also I didn't wake my hubby. Another great addition though, would be a full length mirror in that foyer.
You will not be disappointed by renting this unit. I would definitely recommend it to younger people (there is also a pullout couch if you want to sleep 4) because of the location and atmosphere below. Everyone we interacted with in this building, restos/unit were all very kind and welcoming. Mahalo Sue, and we hope to come stay again soon! Aloha!