Caroline was very helpful in sharing information (and even diagrams) on how to arrive, check-in and park! We did take advantage of the free parking space that she offered. It was a reasonably quick walk away from the Hawaiian Monarch. The garage it is in has very low clearance (6'2") and sharp turns, but it wasn't a problem for us since we were driving a Fiat! If you do plan on using the parking space, definitely opt for a smaller vehicle.
The room was cozy but didn't feel cramped or small. We loved having blackout curtains for the days where we felt like just sleeping in. Caroline provided numerous amenities in case we had forgotten to pack certain items. It was definitely more well-stocked than a hotel room would have been, and we were very grateful for it.
The bed was cozy and the air conditioner worked wonderfully to keep us comfortable! We loved the beach decor and colors she used to decorate her space. A lot of hotels have shorter showers that can be troubling for taller people. This one is shorter, however she has a detachable shower head which made the size almost unnoticeable!
The view is really nice from the room; you have a great scene of the Waikiki area and the ocean beyond. It was nice to wake up in the morning and see the boats and waves so close!
The location was perfect for us! It is only about a ten minute walk to the main shops on Waikiki, and about 15 minutes to the Ala Moana mall, which we definitely took advantage of during our stay.
The hotel itself has a few smaller food establishments built in; a brunch restaurant, Kornetti for a light breakfast/coffee, a bar downstairs and an Asian/American cafe. There's also a convenience store that has all your basic needs in the building, as well.
We didn't use the laundry service. The garbage room was easy to find, and was nice that it was on the same floor as us. Caroline checked in with us a couple of times to make sure that we had everything that we needed.
All in all, we would love to stay here again for the convenience and hospitality that Caroline has provided us, and would definitely recommend this space for it's value.