Although we did not actually get to stay at the Mountain Retreat due to a problem which was out of the hosts control, we did get to meet both Mike and Nicky and they went well above and beyond the expectations of any guest!
Mike made sure that we had our stay covered and managed to accommodate us in a lovely apartment just a few doors down the hallway! We got to enjoy a delicious Vietnamese dinner with Mike and Nicky and had good conversation :)
The location of this hotel is fantastic. It was far enough from the main strip in Waikiki to avoid the crowds and noise, but close enough for a short stroll into town. The hotel is equipped with a pool, two spas and has a general store and little cafe on the ground floor. There is a laundry with a washer and dryer just down the hall - they take quarters only so be prepared! :) The hotel was fairly quiet late at night and being so high up there was not much noise from the streets below. The elevators are not too slow, which is important when you are on floor 36! :)
We can't wait to go back to Waikiki, we loved it!! Thanks again Mike and Nicky for being great hosts!
Leigh and Ben.