Richard and staff were friendly and thoughtful throughout the booking, check in and check out process. I got valuable local knowledge on transit, food and entertainment. The private room, communal restroom and kitchen/living areas were tastefully decorated and kept clean. Noise levels were kept low by fellow Airbnb'ers and neighboring long term residents. Private room includes AC, TV and a mini fridge that were great additions.
The neighborhood isn't the nicest nor safest. I avoided walking by myself around the neighborhood after 9pm, traveling as a single female. The long term residents were kind and it was reassuring to see neighborhood watchmen/volunteers patrolling the streets after dark. Uber was my go to for the late night returns to the home base. By day I traveled on foot all over Honolulu and Waikiki. The room is conveniently located across the street from Safeway, Zippy's Restaurant, 7-Eleven, a gas station, and is a 15min walk from Ala Moana Beach Park and Whole Foods Market. Much of the area is flat and sea level. It was an absolute blast exploring the surrounding urban/metropolitan and nature areas.