If all you want out of a place to stay is somewhere private to sleep, then this Airbnb is for you. If you are planning to relax in the condo for any prolonged time, I would look elsewhere.
CONS:
- DIRTY!!!
When we arrived, we got here at nighttime so we didn't see the space in all it's ungodly glory. The next morning, we saw everything. There was a clump of hair somehow attached to the patio wall. A bucket of dirt water catching all the drainage from the air conditioning unit also in the patio. The ceiling fan had not been dusted in who knows how long. The edges of this fan were so CAKED in dust that it wouldn't even fly off when you turned it on. The shower tiles and fixture on the ceiling above it were either grimy or stained. Last but not least, there was OLD BLOOD on the white sheets. Yes, it looked like it had been washed a few times (thankfully) but they couldn't even pay the extra cash to just get new sheets altogether? Safe to say, I never felt completely clean in this space so if you're a clean freak... stay away. If these reviews had the option to post pictures, I would definitely attach them.
- SMALL SPACE
Believe me and the other reviewers when we say this place is tiny. I would only recommend for solo travelers or couples. Anything larger than that and it makes it hard to get anything done. There’s not really any ample room for luggage — we used the couch for that. While there is a kitchen, you basically only have one empty counter space you could use, and that's while shimmying between the bed to get to the refrigerator.
Honestly, the cleanliness was really what made me dissatisfied with my stay. The small space was something that could easily be worked with, but to have a place that had so many gross little oversights just made you realize they don't really put an effort in the cleaning. The spots of old blood was the most disturbing. Also, yes I was looking at other Airbnbs or hotels to switch to as early my second day, but it was too last minute to move to a good option so I was stuck.
PROS:
- LOCATION
Like I mentioned above, if you're only looking for a place to spend the night and that's it, then this is fine for you. The location really is ideal. You're a block away from the beach, in front of the Honolulu Zoo, and just at the outskirts of the hustle and bustle of Waikiki. This is about a 15 minute walk to the main shopping centers/popular spots (Waikiki Shopping Place, International Market Place, Duke's), but if it's hot and humid, those 15 minutes can be tough so take that into consideration. If you plan on doing a lot of exploring in the central touristy areas of Waikiki, find yourself a closer Airbnb and your feet will thank you.
TL;DR: One of the least clean Airbnbs I've ever stayed at. The location was good, but I can't forgive the old blood stain on the sheets. Only stay if you're looking for a place to sleep (hopefully they change the sheets by then), otherwise look elsewhere. Overall? I would NOT recommend to friends or family.