We stayed in this accommodation for 14 night with 3 kids (3, 9 & 12 year old). Pictures looked bigger but was enough to accommodate our family of 5. Communication with Alohana Realty was quick and efficient. They addressed any concerns we had swiftly and efficiently.
Pros:
* Fast & responsive communication
* Fold out bed/lounge is newer than the pictures provided
* Location is excellent - across the road from Hilton Hawaiian Village, 15min walk to Ala Moana, 20min walk to International Market & bus options out the front of the hotel.
* Easy checkin/check out process
* Fully equipped kitchen with large fridge
* Pack n Play/portacot available upon request
* Plenty of beach towels for use
* Laundry basket provided for washing.
* Bed & pillows were firm - We generally prefer firmer pillows so these were just perfect for us.
Cons:
* AC in bedroom very LOUD. It was like sleeping next to a running machinery. The AC in the bedroom is located above the bed, closer to the bathroom wall but every time the AC would turn on during the night to maintain the temperature it was extremely LOUD. We were woken up by the AC for the first few nights and it took almost towards the end of our stay for this not be an issue. We contemplated not turning it on but it was just too hot. We contacted Alohana Realty who was able to put a filter over the vent and this reduced the noise somewhat but it was still loud. They were looking to get a new motor in but was unable to do that during our stay.
* Fold out lounge/bed dipped in the middle so even with 2 small kids they both couldn’t sleep on the sofa bed. Luckily we had brought a blow out bed so one of the kids could sleep on that.
Things to note:
Just wanted to add some points that are helpful to know.
* While the kitchen is fully equipped, basic cooking items ie oil, salt, sugar needs to be purchased. It’s been awhile since we have done an Airbnb so this may be a new thing post COVID but in the past we had some items available.
* Rubbish bags and dishwashing soap was provided
* A starter pack of around 4 toilet paper rolls was provided, we were given another 3 extra but given we were in the apartment for 2 weeks this was not enough. We had to buy toilet paper & tissues as we ran out.
* Need to bring your own laundry detergent.
* Washing machines & dryers are at P3 and each load is $2USD
* You need to empty your own bins during your stay. Disposal bins is in Level 11 next to the lifts.
* You can drink water from the tap but if you want purified water there is a machine in the lobby you can use for free.
* The iHop next door offer 15% off your bill if you show them your key card.
* Front desk can change money to lower denominations if you need.
* Bus trip is $3usd for adults & $1.50 usd for kids. Under 5 is free.
* Apartment also had a few things for the beach including a chair and umbrella
Overall given the size of our family and the faculties provided we would stay here again, hopefully the AC would be fixed by then 😀