This was the second time my dad and I have stayed at the Ilikai on vacation. The first was in a unit facing inland. So, Krzysztof's unit was such a treat! The view was even more magnificent that we anticipated. And, the sunsets were beautiful! It does get quite warm on the balcony (which was nice and big!) in the afternoon sun. But, the unit has A/C, so we stayed comfortable.
Though the Ilikai is a large building with over 1,000 units, and although the pool is not huge in comparison to the number of units, we always found available lounge chairs and room to swim.
The coffee shop and Cinnamon's restaurant near the lobby were a great bonus.
Also, the Ala Wai parking lot located out front (water side) of the Ilikai is a fabulous spot to find inexpensive parking. $1/hr and up to 24 hrs of parking (I believe they cap the price at $12, though...which is great!).
Overall, we loved the unit, the location of the Ilikai, and the amenities the hotel provided. Krzysztof was excellent at responding quickly to any questions or concerns I had.