Karen was a very nice host and I appreciated her detailed communication.
Her spot is in a tourist-centered location, so there is much to do and see, especially by foot.
The place itself is a renovated studio in an older building. It was the perfect size for me and my boyfriend. Upon entering, I was excited to see that the window takes up majority of the walls, giving you the best views of Waikiki. Being on the 25th floor, it *does* get hot, so I suggest closing the blinds every time you leave.
The place was very neat & tidy. However I did have some concerns about the actual cleanliness of the room, which is why I chose 3 stars for my review. The shower had rust spots on the ground, lots of smudge marks on the windows, dust by the AC, and the bed’s sheet protector (after removing sheets) had faint spots on them.
I am not docking stars for the $25 daily parking, or how there is only *one* elevator to the floor. I am removing two stars due to the check-out message that I found a bit aggressive. It is required to strip all bedsheets, and to place on floor/laundry basket along with used towels. It’s also asked to put the trash near the door or to put it in the floor’s trash room. And lastly my favorite- to leave the bathroom the way I would like to see it when arriving for the first time. This got me to think that the cleanliness of the airbnb upon initial arrival, really depends on the guests before you. I believe that the host is accountable for some sort of cleaning- I might have as well did the laundry myself because that is what appears to be the only thing that is left to do before the next guest arrives. I base this off of my last two airbnbs on Oahu- both to which I was pleased with because the actual “presentation” effort from the host was very evident. I’m not trying to sound mean or lazy and to prove that- The last host I stayed with even commented that I left her spot even better than how i first entered it. What triggered my annoyance is how so much is required of you when exiting - not difficult at all- but high expectation. There is already a $60 cleaning fee......
I am very clean and this is really my only requirement for 5 stars. My boyfriend and I did not eat at the studio whatsoever, and I still saw a roach in the shower :( but totally understandable because you’re staying on an island.
Nevertheless, it’s a good spot to stay in especially if you’re like me, using it only for sleep & shower. Decent stay especially for the price.