Incredible space. My mom and I wanted something local - and this was right in the center of it all. We had a day where we didn’t even use our car rental. 4 ½ and 5 star yelp locations were simply a 3-minute walk away. Farmers Market was less than a 5-minute walk.
We checked in shortly after our check-in time. We went to the front desk and gave them our name and the room information- no issues at all. We were given a parking pass. We got into our room and it was spotless! The AC was on, which was a much needed relief. The room is more spacious than the reviews had led me to believe. It’s small, of course, but it’s a room in an inn. The porch has a table and two chairs. It overlooks just the pool, but there are beautiful trees all over. It’s like being in a jungle almost. I was happy to see 3 towels, plenty of pillows, room and hangers to hang clothes, 2 beach towels, a coffee maker, toaster oven, mini-fridge, microwave, and the single stove appliance. Note: I don’t think mini-fridge had a freezer section, and there’s no ice on the location. Just something to be aware of.
I was with my mom, and we were both able to sleep in the bed without disturbing each other. The bed was so comfortable - I have a lot of back issues, so this was necessary. My mom personally felt the bed was almost too soft for her, and she slept on the couch a couple nights - which is a twin XL so she still had plenty of room! I’d personally give the bed a 10/10. I can’t remember the last time I slept in a bed that wasn’t mine and DIDN’T wake up in pain. Now I’ll remember the most recent time was in Hawaii.
Richey messages us on day 1 or 2 to let us know that they just learned our water was to be turned off one of our days. Thankfully, it happened to land on a day where we had an all day tour planned. It didn’t interfere with our plans. Richey let us know that they emailed the inn to ensure communication is improved so that they can inform their guests.
Parking was mostly fine, although Saturday night we did struggle to find a spot. We parked about half a block away, which wasn’t bad.
It was a great place to get ready for the day, to sleep, and to do quick stops between activities. We cooked breakfast one morning (made some pancakes), but otherwise spent very little time in the room. It was clean: we didn’t get any bugs. At all!! I was careful to put away food, place things in fridge, and wash our dishes. The TV had plenty of channel options (though it was slightly finicky - even with directions. But once we unplugged it and plugged it back in, it was fine.) although we hardly used it.
Another note is that the door is very heavy, and I was unable to locate a doorstop (but to be fair, I didn’t ask.) It is a small standing shower only - so someone with disabilities or motor issues may need to stay elsewhere. As noted in the description, there is no elevator - but this was fine for us.
I did fall and scape my knee very badly one day, and was relieved at the first aid kit that was in the bathroom.
There is a laundry facility onsite, but we didn’t use it. However, it is very close to the room. We also didn’t use the pool or jacuzzi (spa is a standing spa- i.e. not in ground).
A last note- you will need a car, of course. It’s Hawaii. Although I understood that the water and a beach was walkable from the hotel, a good beach with sand that one can swim and play it is a bit further. Not a problem, just something else to be aware of.
Overall- great experience. Would stay here again, 100%. Loved being able to walk to everything. Perfect for a couple adults.