I stopped over in Hawaii for a couple of days on my way from Vancouver to Sydney. Meera's home is beautiful and the room w/ bath is very private and clean. Her place is in a quiet neighborhood right by Hanauma Bay (great for snorkeling and relaxing) and Koko Crater (tough hike with rewarding views). There is also a small mall close by with restaurant and shopping options. Downtown Honolulu is merely a 25-minute drive away.
Meera is a wonderful host who makes great coffee in the morning and since she has lived in the area for a while can act as a superb concierge. If you want to be away from the tourist masses for a relaxing time, this is the place to be! I am glad that I picked Meera's place instead of any of the hotels in Waikiki or anywhere else on Oahu. In fact, I might be back!