If you have the chance to stay at Suzi's place while you're in Waikiki don't stay anywhere else! Suzi is very friendly and responded quickly to my questions. The colorful decor and well-laid out furniture made the apartment feel welcoming and comfortable, with lots of open shelf space to put your things. Large mirrors made it feel even bigger and it was so convenient to have the washer/dryer and full kitchen. After my husband left I stayed on 3 more weeks and felt completely safe alone. The beach is just a short walk through the International Market and Suzi provides boogie boards, straw mats, everything you need to spend the day at the beach. . Oahu Mexican Grill is not far way, and there is a great Korean restaurant on the street and Waikiki Diving Shop just underneath. I had a great first dive with Liz, our instructor, and even saw a giant turtle! Ask about parking, etc. if you have or need a car during your stay. The bike rental system in Honolulu is awesome and there are plenty of Biki stations nearby, as well as several bus lines linking Waikiki to Ala Moana and downtown. If you ride the bus a lot, get a free Holo pass from Times Supermarket so you can reload with your credit card. I rode the bus from the airport and it took about an hour but was easy. I definitely recommend Suzi's place!