This is honestly THE PERFECT airbnb for your stay in Honolulu, especially if you want to be away from the busy Waikiki touristy crowd, but damn close with a quick 7~10 min car ride. No joke!
CHECK-IN.
Craig kindly made quick adjustments to our check-in time (we came earlier from Big Island than expected) and communicated swiftly each time.
AMMENITIES.
The pool house/studio space has everything you need and an abundance of towels, which you'll need when you're chilling in the pool or visiting Waikiki and the tons of other beaches close by. The AC was such a nice touch after being at an airbnb (in Big Island/Waipio Valley) with way too much humidity and moist furniture. If you're not picky with shampoo/conditioner, that's all provided with a blow dryer. There's quick wifi and a washer/dryer (heavensent!). Bonus points for 2-3 large umbrellas and 3 chairs for your beachside needs. There was a grill available, but we did not use it. The space may seem small, but it was actually quite big with very high ceilings, make the airbnb feel very spacious!
LOCATION.
It's settled in a quiet suburban area for Honolulu, with a nice view of the houses on the hills when driving by. Everything you want to do in HNL is 5~20 minutes away: the supermarket (5 min), Waikiki (7~10 min), Hanauma Bay (20 min), Leonard's Bakery (7 min), Diamond Head (8 min), etc. I've never been in a more convenient location. All the great restaurants we researched and yelped were all very close by, too. It's also like a few minutes drive to get on the highway and a 15~20 minutes drive to Honolulu airport (depending on traffic). We were a family of 4 who did not want to be right on Waikiki property and was looking for an airbnb with a pool. 5/5 stars!
Rules are straightforward and you just need to keep the space clean, which is never a problem for us.
Thanks again!