This condo was exactly like the pictures. We stayed there nine days and had everything we needed; but did not "cook" anything because we ate out. Everyone at the "hotel" was very nice and check-in was a breeze. There are six elevators so not much of a wait to get to the 27th floor. This unit was next to the elevators but we didn't notice them-maybe because we were so tired from the beach (2 blocks to one of the best beaches on Oahu), sightseeing or shopping. Ala Moana center is accessed via a second floor ramp from the hotel which puts you across the parking lot near Macy's and one of the food courts. We parked there during the day if we were going to be in and out but used the hotel parking during the night. There are three floors of great shopping and three food courts plus a Foodland supermarket at the far end near Nordstrom. Also near Nordstrom is Shirokiya Japan Village Walk which has an overwhelming selection of various Japanese food shops. If you missed the Starbucks in the hotel lobby as well as handy store for snacks and other goodies. There's also a Starbucks outside of Macy's and you must try the Coco puffs in the Liliha Bakery that is on the 3rd floor of Macy's. I was also surprised that this Macy's carried brands (like Fresh Produce) that are not in the mainland stores; their Last Act was a great source of inexpensive island wear. The owners were very responsive. We would definitely stay here again.