Great home base for two adults and two tweens who needed a truly apartment-sized space to spread out — some of us could work while others watched TV, some of us could nap while others cooked, etc. — and amenities like the fully! equipped kitchen and laundry. Finding basics like dish soap, coffee filters, and house slippers was a nice surprise (in part because the house rules make it clear that you should not expect any services).
You’re on the second floor in the rear of the Luana Waikiki overlooking a park, with thick sliding glass doors, so you hear no street noise. Amazing! But when you open those doors to the fantastically large terrace, you hear something pictures can’t show: very loud air conditioning units on the side of the building. It was impossible to read or have a phone conversation out there, but it was fine for family meals when everyone is speaking loudly anyway. Another reason we spent less time on the terrace than we expected: after long days out in the August sun, we preferred to come home and rest inside with the AC going. Just some things to consider if the size of the terrace is a deciding factor for your reservation.
Other notes: the beds have really soft foam tops. The wifi and AC are reliable. The washer and dryer are petite. There are a few assorted beach items to use, but BYO beach towels.