This is a cozy place in a great location - we’d happily stay here again. There was some construction going on while we were there, but since we were on CA time we were up before they started and back when they finished. It’s great to stay away from the packed urban feeling that we get in Honolulu, and located in between the cool spots on the north shore and the places you’d want to hit on the east side. We spent every morning snorkeling in Shark’s Cove and the afternoons in botanical gardens and different hikes. Lots of thoughtful touches in the condo - rice cooker, picnic bag, beach gear - the only thing we needed to get was some basic groceries. There was even some syrup in the fridge for pancakes :-)
It took us a day or two to get adjusted to being more in nature - we’re used to air conditioning and heating everything, so it took a bit to get used to the ocean breeze cooling everything at night and just being in the water during the day, but by the 3rd day it felt natural for us.
The building isn’t new, but everything in the condo is functional and well thought out - for example, you won’t be hurting for coffee during your stay. This is a great place if you want to steep yourself in nature and being by the ocean, but if you’re looking for am ultra-clean ultra-conditioned hotel experience this place would likely not be ideal for you.