Karen & Jeff’s place is definitely a hidden gem in the center of Waikiki.
The location is extremely convenient (5 min walk to the beach, plenty of eats around, massage place close by. So nothing lackluster there.
The apartment is cozy and vibrant (The pictures don’t do it justice.) It has the perfect amount of space for two and is an amazing stay for those who don’t spend much time in their rooms! The art is cool to look at, the balcony is perfect for catching a breath before a busy day, and the speaker makes getting ready a blast.
Communication with Karen and Jeff was perfect. They leave you extremely detailed instructions in order to make your arrival simple. They also accommodated us for a later check out which was very kind.
The parking… parking is hit or miss. There is parking underneath but it tends to fill up quickly, same thing with the other two spots that were recommended. Our best bet was parking at the International Market Center (8 min walk back to the hotel) if you’re diligent and keep an eye open, you will find a place to park, but be prepared to spend $$$$
All in all, the location was great, the hosts were great, the surrounding area is great, and the whole thing was great.