This place is all about location, location, location. IMO there is nothing better than nature's sound machine for a good night's sleep. The condo has a backwall of sliders with ocean views and no one between you and the low lava rockwall that borders the ocean. There is no patio, but there is a pool area with patio and the in-building restaurant has a patio as well. The beach has soft, beautiful sand, fish, great boogie boarding surf, beach volleyball, a lifeguard and we had the company of a turtle.The condo has all the beach stuff you need with the exception of sunscreen (hit Costco, Longs Drugs, KTA or Safeway). The studio is adequate for 2. It is cute but not luxurious. There were plenty of clean towels, and the linens smelled like fresh laundry. The condo has what you need for a nice vacation but has some quirks, too. There is a louvered front door and bathroom door. Since the unit is first level by the stairs, sometimes it sounds like your neighbors are in the room with you (thanks to the louvered doors). The range is very small so if you plan to do a significant amount of cooking, it could be a challenge. The bed was a bit firm for us (subjective). Still, five stars for being a great location right on the water with everything needed for fun in the sun. Who hangs out inside in Hawaii anyway???