The view from the apartment is incredible. There is a whole wall of windows, and you see Diamond Head, the beautiful park and zoo, and the ocean. We could watch the flamingoes in the zoo from the balcony. There is also an access code to open the door, which means you can go to the beach without worrying about losing the room key. The apartment itself has very basic furnishings; if you want luxury, you will probably be disappointed. We cared about price, view, proximity to the beach, and the ability to cook and store food. The apartment was perfect for us, and we would love to stay there again if we return to O'ahu.