The view from lanai is reason enough to stay at this awesome place! I originally wanted to stay beachfront & considered almost all of the hotels in waikiki, but what hotel can give you 2 bd each with private balcony/2bath, w/d, & that lanai for a more competitive price? NONE! & walk to beach is a scenic 5-10 minutes with much to do on the way. We happened upon a free hula show walking around & caught glimpse of free waikiki Friday night fireworks from the lanai. Awesome spot!