If you want to get away from the crowds and have a true local Hawaii experience listening to the waves at night look no further. Even though we only spent a couple nights at Gails Lanai we really enjoyed our stay. You can’t beat that view!! We went down to sugar beach and as described you could walk miles and maybe pass one or two people, it’s only a 5-10 minute walk down the street. Gail made many thoughtful local recommendations in her welcome message and we took her advice and were not disappointed! One thing she mentions in her welcome message is to open the window louvers so that the breeze and air can circulate through the unit, what I discovered is that not many people (besides the touristy resorts) use air conditioning in Hawaii…and for good reason, they don’t have to when they live right on the water! Upon arriving our first night we took her recommendation and opened all the window louvers and the place quickly filled with fresh crisp ocean breeze that was constantly circulating from the bedroom through the hall and out the balcony windows literally all night. I’ll admit at first I had my doubts but it really did keep us cool all night! There is a window air conditioner unit in the living room that has a 4 hour max timer (4 hour before you have to manually reset) but you won’t need it! The night breeze was absolutely perfect for keeping us cool and comfortable. For the value and that view you shouldn’t look anywhere else, just go for it. You’re going to love this place! Would totally stay again! Mahalo!