I’ll start with the conclusion: you can’t go wrong staying at this home.
I stayed here for ~7 weeks upon my initial relocation from NC to HI while I searched for a long-term rental and awaited my belongings to arrive from the mainland.
I was scheduled to arrive when Hawaii was under strict quarantine restrictions and Maria thoughtfully discussed the situation, my food and drink preferences, etc with me in advance. When I arrived, she had a number of items waiting for me that allowed me to sustain myself for a few days. This was a huge relief upon my immediate arrival to the island. The hospitality remained superb throughout the entirety of my stay with frequent check ins and advice on local food/shopping/commuting/entertainment.
The home itself was also excellent. The layout was highly functional and fully stocked with nearly anything I needed.
I can be sensitive to sound and this home was extremely quiet. I never heard noise from neighbors and rarely any street noise. The split AC units were so quiet, it was easy to forget that they were even on.
Lastly, the location is a short 5 minute (or less) walk to Whole Foods as well as many restaurants and shopping centers. The Ala Moana beach park is also a short walk away and a great spot to catch some fresh air. In general, there are a number of homeless people in the area, so I would advise awareness and caution walking during certain times of the day, but I have found this to be the case nearly anywhere in Honolulu. There was an active security presence around the building itself, so I always felt safe while on the grounds.
I am grateful to have stayed in Maria’s home during my relocation to Hawaii and recommend it to anyone in a similar situation.