The host met me when I arrived, helped me with my luggage, and gave me a quick orientation. As I was jet lagged, I especially appreciated the light breakfast left for me so I didn't have to go out foraging that first groggy morning. There was great communication before and throughout the stay and the host was gracious, immediately responsive, and very accommodating. The kitchen was well stocked with essentials and I was able to immediately settle in. The apartment was actually better than the listing - the lanai is HUGE and the lanai's private garden was a relaxing, beautiful oasis. It has a great view of Diamond Head as well. The apartment itself is newly renovated and gorgeous; I was the envy of my colleagues who were staying in small studios. Instead of the typical, just tolerable hotel furniture, the apartment had quality, comfortable pieces, and the overall design was great. The colors, artwork, finishes, everything about the decor was thoughtful and pleasing. The bedding and towels were great quality. I was surprised to find that beach chairs, boogie boards, beach umbrella, beach towels, snorkel gear, etc. were provided as well. I seriously had everything I needed for a beach vacation. The apartment doesn't have its own washer and dryer, but the community laundry room was down the hall and I rarely found the machines occupied, so it wasn't a big deal. I loved the location. The building is a hotel/condo combo and only two blocks from the beach, but in a quieter part of Waikiki so it was less hectic. There is still some street noise, of course - it's an urban area - but I never closed the windows and I slept just fine. If I had closed the windows and used the AC I wouldn't have heard anything. I had a car during my stay, which I kept in the building's garage, but only needed to use it when I left Waikiki. Otherwise, everything in Waikiki is walkable. I've stayed in hotels in Waikiki before many times and this was a much better experience; I loved staying here and it was a real pleasure to come back to this apartment at the end of every day. If I ever get a chance to come back for 30+ days again, I'm definitely going to try to stay here again. Highly recommend this apartment and host!