As another reviewer noted, the unit is somewhat minimalist but does have what you need: place to sleep, great shower, fridge, fans, microwave, coffee maker and sink. There is also a hot plate that we didn't use but is available in lieu of a stovetop. Otherwise there isn't much of a view or things to do at the unit itself but, like the description says, it is a GREAT kick-off point for the day's adventures. As long as you're not looking to spend your entire vacation at your hotel, the location is perfect. You're minutes away from markets, beaches, restaurants or coffee. We were out exploring what the Big Island has to offer during the daylight and were pretty much only at the studio during the night when it was sleeping time so the studio fit our needs perfectly. Gloria was a great host who let us borrow some snorkel gear and offered suggestions to what ended up being our favorite farmers market that we visited.