Great location for easy access to Waikiki Beach! This apartment was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed for a week-long stay. The beach towels, umbrella, and chairs were handy and I liked not having to carry or worry about a key (unit entry is by keypad).
We’ve stayed at the Waikiki Banyan several times over the years. Don’t be put off by the communal areas and somewhat worn look of the building - it services several hundred units and is a safe and welcoming service all around.
The entire unit is open plan, meaning there is no door to the area where the bed is. Bear this in mind if you like a bit more privacy or are travelling as a group.
It is also worth noting the unit is managed by an on-site host, and you will benefit from having a US number (or international calling capabilities) if you’re travelling from outside the US and need to reach the host for any reason. The management company are no longer on-site but were immediately responsive and helpful when we called on arrival, and we were really grateful to have an early check-in after a long flight.
We would stay here again!