I only have good things to say. At first I was a little surprised by the simplicity of the apartment but got very used to it quickly.

1. Experience living in Hawaii!
2. Fantastic location. You literally cross one street and step into the sands of the non-crowded part of Waikiki beach. You're a block away from great open air restaurants overlooking Waikiki Beach (LuLu's, Eggs & Things, Cheeseburgers in Paradise). You're within 10-15 minute walking distance to all the great restaurants and bars of Waikiki (Sansei, Dukes, Gyu Kaku, Rainbow Cafe, Ono Hawaiian Plates, etc)
3. Parking available. It's super that he has a parking spot so you can quickly drive back to the hotel and park without the choas of searching for parking at the end of an adventurous day.
4. Friendliest hotel front staff makes you feel like you're in friendly Hawaii! Always ready with recommendations or just to chat when they're not busy. Wonderful people.
5. Ammenities. Laundy on site for salt water ridden towels, swim suits, etc. You can step in and immediate put everything in the washing maching and dryer for under $3, keeping you fresh and clean. ABC store next to the hotel entrance for snacks, soda, alcohol, water, beach floats, towels at anytime all at reasonable prices. Teddy's HUGE burgers is also next to the hotel entrance. Without crossing the street, you can go to Starbucks or LuLu's overlooking the waikiki beach and diamond head while having breakfast or any anytime cocktail.

If you're looking for a premium resort, this obviously isn't it. If you're looking to live local, experience a more "real" waikiki with delightfully wonderful vacation conveniences, you've got to stay here! I would definitely return!