The unit was what we expected. It was nice to have private parking given how hard parking is in downtown Hilo. Marlene was responsive and provided good information in the binder. There is everything you need in the unit to cook a meal if you don't want to eat out, but there are some restaurants within walking distance and downtown Hilo is very close. The Lanai is huge, and has the eating space outside. The overhang is big enough that you can use it even if it's raining. It's definitely a good option if you want additional space and amenities compared to a similarly priced hotel.