The owner was pleasant, helpful and available to answer questions. This condo is a bit shop worn but clean and comfortable with a good location. The food trucks across the street were fun and it is walkable to some restaurant and retail areas. Public buses are easily accessible if you don’t have a car. Compared to area hotels, this was a good value for two couples!
Jane G.
January 2024
Nice place. Host attention to detail is great. View is spectacular
Barry L.
January 2024
You can see diamond head and the beach from the balcony. Beautiful views to wake up to! Everything we needed was in walking distance which was good since we chose to not rent a car. They do offer parking for those who do have a vehicle which is another good option.
Madison Y.
January 2024
Cute studio is at the end of the busy strip, which was nice when it came to being able to walk to stores, but not having it too crowded when trying to drive. Place was clean with some necessities. Thanks for the stay!
January 2024
The penthouse was perfect for what we needed. Closest to Waikiki and nightlife. Close to restaurants. Clean and spacious area for our family of 5 (3 teenagers and 2 parents) It came well equipped with beach necessities as well. 2 boogie boards and beach chairs, towels etc. the VIEW is breathtaking. See diamond head, the ocean, sunrises and rainbows from every window!
Courtney B.
January 2024
nice location, close to many comforts of home, food, shopping, and sites to visit. Jerry
JERRY M.
January 2024
The host was friendly and attentive. They responded immediately to any request we had and accommodated where they could not address during our time. The unit is dated but still comfy. There is limited bath towels but there is in-unit W/D so you can easily wash them. They provide an ice chest, body boards, sand toys, beach towels, and 2 beach chairs. The grills by pool are clean. Our family enjoyed grilling and hanging out around the pool. There are 2 hot tubs but one1 did not work so it forced us to make new friends while sharing a tight space in the other hot tub lol ... I did enjoy getting to meet new people. We did see any bugs at all in our unit. There are double sinks in bathrooms, 1 full shower, and 1 bathtub with shower. The master bathroom door is a folding door so you don't get full privacy (especially if you have stinky bathroom users). Living room has one futon that would fit a kid or shorter adult. One bedroom has a california king bed and 1 twin bed. The masters has a king bed and 1 twin bed. It comfortably fit 6 of us. The unit also has the living room futon, and 1 foldable twin mat. Elevators are tricky at first. Check the floor numbers on top of elevators to determine which one will actually go up to your floor. Also, a few of the elevators DO require a key card to push the elevator floor number while some does not require it. Bring your key! Minivan fits fine in hotel ramp. Breakfast place in lobby is pricey but very GOOD! Love food trucks across the street
Linda A.
January 2024
The condo kitchen was very underrated as well as the bathroom. Rugs were dirty as well.
Linda
December 2023
It was difficult to find a place large enough to comfortably accommodate 6 adults and this was one of the few options available. This penthouse worked perfectly for us. It’s a short walk to Waikiki beach, Kalakaua Ave with lots of shopping and restaurants, International Marketplace, Ala Moana mall, and TWO 7-11s. 7-11s on Hawaii are nothing like 7-11s on the mainland. They’re safe, clean, and have a large variety of delicious musubi (rice balls)
The unit itself was spacious and had incredible views. We could see Diamond Head, Waikiki, Punchbowl, and the Friday night fireworks. There’s a huge balcony that’s nice to sit on to watch sunsets. The kitchen was well-equipped and had everything we needed for the few meals we prepared. There’s a washer and dryer in the unit, which came in handy.
It was nice to have lots of beach towels available. There’s also some beach toys if you have kids. Parking is available for $40/day (cash) or there’s a Hui car rental right in the bldg. There’s also bus stops nearby and you can get to and from the airport for $3/person
The location is great. We walked to Zippy’s (best fast food!), Kona Coffee Purveyors (best lattes), House Without A Key at Halekulani (best breakfast buffet). I wanted to go to Arnold’s Beach Bar (heard they have good, cheap drinks) but ran out of time. It’s about block from the unit.
Appreciated the clear communication with the property managers. Everyone we dealt with was friendly and helpful.
Mahalo!
Cindy R.
December 2023
The property was conveniently located and close to the beach, shops, and restaurants. The views were amazing!! The condo had everything we needed. It was a GREAT stay!
Kelly R.
December 2023
First I want to shoutout the owner as he had great communication and instructions leading up to our stay.
Our view was amazing! The only issue was the cleanliness but I don’t fault the owner I just think it was due to who they hired. There’s was a pair of black thongs at the foot of the bed and the bathroom was pretty dusty. The overall experience was good. There was a set back with some child pulling the fire alarm which required us to walk down over twenty plus flights of stairs cause pain for the remainder of the trip but it seem like that happens a lot in that building.
We did like bring by the food trucks and 7/11 being so close. Hotel staff was great and pizza below was amazing especially on Sunday while watching the football games.
Justan J.
December 2023
I enjoyed my stay at the condo. It was very clean, I liked the cheerful colors, and the view is awesome. It's basic but good for the price.
Rachel M.
December 2023
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The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
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Good for the price, but the showers were SO short.. Granted, I'm pretty tall but even my wife had issues using the shower. We did enjoy our stay though, enjoyable location for a fairly cheap price.
Calvin P.
December 2023
Location is only a few blocks to beach and main drag. So price is great for that. I felt they could have cleaned the space a bit deeper, but they sent the cleaner back up. Had an issue with toilet and they got on it right away.
I would put in a broom for sure as sand is a given and would be nice to sweep up.
Loose the dog picture in the bathroom. Otherwise we could cook our meals and had a great view.
We would stay here again as price was good.
Kevin J.
December 2023
The unit was clean, located well, easy to check in and out and was very nice. The property management was very responsive when the microwave didn’t work. We had a new one the next day. The only suggestions would be: 1) more shelves on the walls to put clothes from the suitcase. Very tight to move with two suitcases. 2) New mattress for the bed by the windows. It is very old and worn out and when you sit or lie on it, you touch the boards below and it’s not comfortable. Otherwise the accommodations were great! Totally recommend this location and unit for a nice place to stay. Loved the access to the pool and barbecues! Not sue if I received my damage deposit back yet but am hoping that will be coming soon. We left the place spotless.
Susan A.
December 2023
Good location , amazing views . Steve ,the
Dolores
December 2023
The location is excellent, public transport’s great. The studio is nice & clean. Perfect if u want to do home cooking, kitchen’s fully equipped. (Honolulu’s expensive to eat out every day). Tv, WiFi and airco working great.
Shops r in walking distance. Will come back next yr same time!! Thanks Eva, u’r a wonderful host. Warmest Aloha & Mahalo!!
Elisabeth T.
December 2023
Tiffany was very accommodating & was very easy to get a hold of! We weren’t aware parking wasn’t valet, we just assumed but Tiffany handled the situation in a timely manner. Loved the view!!! Probably my favorite thing about the rental.
Iana
December 2023
Whatever you do don’t stay here. They have half blinds in the bathroom so you can see out and they probably can see in when you’re near the window undressing to shower. The shower backed up. They gave us drano, we used the whole bottle and it still backs up. The fridge didn’t get cold all of Our food spoiled. Tried to let the staff know and they didn’t do anything to resolve it. Their staff came In the room While in was in the shower and asked if I needed a towel. I specifically asked them to let me know before they came in the room. And then when I message them about it, they lied and said they didn’t come in the room. Then I messaged him again about it saying that they did then they finally said they did come in. Worst service and worst place I’ve ever stayed at. Communication is very terrible.
Iolanda W.
December 2023
The not so good: building is old and tired, the unit is small - not suitable at all for four adults.
The good: too many to list but summarized as follows:
-Eva is awesome, instant replies and very helpful
-Million $ view
-corner unit, windows open and the trade winds blow through. We never used A.C once
-pool and pool deck are great, best sunny exposure, clean and large
- nice gym ( 5$ for your full stay )
- bike locker ( 20$ / month )
- new bbq’s on the pool deck with sink, counters, lights
- 20 min walk to the beach
- 15 min to Waikiki downtown shops
- coffee shop / pizza / sundries / pub in building
- kitchen in unit is small but complete
- unit was well stocked
- WIFI very strong
* Overall excellent value: looking forward to our next stay already !
Julia P.
December 2023
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Steve is an absolute super-host and made check-in and all communication seamless. He was so quick to respond to all emails and questions and was very helpful. Fantastic host in every respect.
The location of the building is close enough to a great beach and downtown. We had to use Uber and taxis for some destinations, but typically walked everywhere. The building itself is older and very dated, but it had basic but adequate facilities (pool, hot tubs, workout room). Another huge plus was two closets filled with beach equipment (chairs, umbrella, cooler, etc.)
The condo we stayed in was definitely dated and older, but it was clean. All things needed for kitchen/laundry were provided and made it easy for cooking and keeping up with clean towels for our group. There were only two things that were sub-par. The AC is VERY LOUD and awkward, and it did not work half of the time in one bedroom. Steve was aware and had waited quite a long time for a repair person who was coming the day we left. The second issue was the king bed was extremely hard, and I ended up sleeping on the couch every night. But other than a few other aesthetic things, the condo served our purpose well, and we would recommend it because of the view, amenities, and gracious staff who work there. And as already mentioned, Steve is a fantastic host. If you don’t need or care about updated/fancy accommodations, this is your place.
Gary B.
December 2023
There was 7 adults that stayed in this penthouse. Plenty of room for all. Easy check in. Other reviews complained about the elevators. We never had an issue with them, considering we were on the 44th floor. The view from the penthouse is beautiful. If I had to say anything negative about this place would only be the mattress on the sofa bed needs to be replaced. Very uncomfortable for an adult. All other beds extremely comfortable. Thank you so much for letting us stay here. We would love to come back.
Eileen G.
December 2023
The appartement is tiny, but it‘s okay since you are mostly outside visiting thing. The location of the appartment is perfect.
Dominik S.
December 2023
All went well.
Selasie A.
December 2023
Stayed here with my wife for our honeymoon. We loved being so close to everything we needed. A lot of good restaurants were around the corner or a short walk away. Beaches are all also so close. The room is small but you don’t really need much as you’ll be enjoying the city. The bed was surprisingly really comfortable.
Panagiota D.
December 2023
We stayed for 3 nights and it was fantastic. The condo was exactly how they described it in the listing. It was a little dated but we didn’t mind!
Taylor R.
December 2023
Space good for 2 people. Good amenities including kitchen, outdoor pool, gym, BBQ & laundry facilities. Nice view & walking distance to everything.
Good idea if host can invest in new appliances, furniture & kitchen ware because those items are very dated. Bathroom can do with new shower curtain & fan.
There are other renovated suites in this building, so lots of options.
Lisa
November 2023
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The most amazing views in Waikiki, both ocean and mountains! We loved looking at the ocean while having a breakfasts. In the evening, we would open the windows and listen to the city sounds while looking at the Honolulu lights.
Unit is a bit older but well kept and has everything you need. Walking distance to both Waikiki and Ala Moana (Magic Island lagoon our favourite beach), about 20-25 min fun walk as there is so much to see.
I travelled with two teens who loved the stay and exploring around in the evening by themselves (10 min walk to all Waikiki action). They felt safe as there were always lots of people walking around.
Lots of food choices, grocery stores around.
Right in the building you can rent a convertible Jeep for a day ($150) to explore the island (parking is expensive in Honolulu).
This unit is ideal for light and practical travellers, who would use city bus, taxi or love walking around. We used bus to/from airport, Pearl Harbour and loved it. Bus stops are close to the building.
Host, Eva, is super responsive.
Rental is great value for money. We are planning to stay again and recommend to friends.
Thanks Eva for a great stay! We already miss those stunning views!
Daniela R.
November 2023
The Sisters enjoyed our stay on Honolulu and the people at the Hawaiian Monarch were very courteous, from the security personnel, to the individual Owner Steve. Beds were comfortable, we cooked several meals in their fully equipped kitchen and watched movies with easy Roku devices. The views were spectacular and it was very quiet. The pool and jacuzzi needed to be cleaned on the day we used them and this area is shared with the Monarch's other unit owners. Security is good and we always felt safe. It was a wonderful time. Aloha
susan r.
November 2023
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Plus-Sized Travellers- This is NOT the place for us fluffy friends. The toilet has got to be the smallest Ive ever seen squished RIGHT next to the shower. You're forced into awkward angles and glass door gymnastics every time you need to use the facilities. I prayed that I wouldnt break the lou every time I sat on it (prayers were answered thankfully)
Pros- The room was CLEAN and the view was spectacular. The location of the hotel, especially next to the McCully bridge, was fantastic. The people in the shops and at the front desk were so friendly. The bed was that worn down soft/firm perfection that they get from being well used, super comfortable. Loved the guest book with all its suggestions. The Fridge was a decent size, large enough for our copious lefts overs. The shower had great pressure and nice consistantly hot water. Loved the Roku streaming device so we could watch some americas test kitchen before bed.
Cons- On our 1st and 5th night someone prank pulled the fire alarm, at 4am and 11pm respectively. Apparently this happens all the time because there are fire alarms that can be accessed by non-guests off the street. The kitchenware was barely usable, but typical of vrbo stays. The large windows have NO fall protection what so ever, horrifying on the 29th floor. The elevators were slow, clanky, HOT, crowded and frequently only one in operation. For wheelchair users the sidewalks are horrible, and ramps were too steep.
Helena K.
November 2023
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
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Great location!
Olga N.
November 2023
The place is a little outdated but that’s most places in Hawaii in my opinion but the view was STUNNING ! any room you go it is breathtaking . Kitchen are fully stocked with anything you’ll need , definitely could have used more trash bags especially it was 4 adults but not a big deal lol
The location is close to everything town side . Parking is $40 cash only which is normal for Waikiki side .
We miss it already and We will definitely be staying here again and definitely recommend!
Cristine C.
November 2023
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The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Checking in and out was messy but at least it was handled quickly when things were brought up. The property was okay definitely could be updated and miner things patched and painted. I stayed for three weeks and it was okay but at least I’m a good location. The laundry room was a plus and the pool was pretty good as well. I think maybe there should be a different protocol if longer stays are happening just in my personal opinion.
Ash
November 2023
This property was great for me and my husband, and our parents. The elevators are very quick and appear to have been recently upgraded, so we had no issues like some prior commentors did. Some of the condo is run down, e.g., bubbling paint in places, toilet paper holders fall off walls, but given the view, location, and size, this is an excellent value for the price. Also, when we had an issue with the tv, the property manager was very responsive and fixed it within a couple hours.
Richard P.
November 2023
The condo overall was fine. I had a problem with the bed being up against the window. There was no room to get into from that side and being an older person, it made it very difficult to get into bed every night. The bed was very comfortable just not easy to get in and out of for the second person.
Dianna H.
November 2023
This studio was in the perfect spot: walkable distance to Waikiki Beach and close to bus transportation to Diamond Head and Pearl Harbor. The room was great for viewing the city and mountains; comfortable bed too. Loved the coffee shop and pizza place downstairs too!
Rob & Mary L.
November 2023
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We stayed here for a conference with colleagues. Since it’s on the top floor, the elevators take forever (once it took 30 min). There are three elevators but one was apparently always down (per residents we talked with) and they were always shutting down one of the other two for maintenance.
It was nice having two bedrooms and two bathrooms and the views were nice. AC was also a bonus although it’s either on or off (bring warm clothes). However the living room furniture is awfully uncomfortable.
During our stay, the water was shut down for almost 6 hours one day. We say signs about it on the day of our arrival. We asked security about this and they said there’s a planned shut down once a month (nothing new). When we asked the host about this, they were not open to discussing the impact. We were there for a conference and couldn’t shower before work… it was very frustrating to be lied to and also not have been told up front that we won’t have water access during the stay. For this reason alone, we would not stay here again.
Amber B.
November 2023
The unit was nice. The views were great. The building was run down and the restaurants weren’t really restaurants, more like quick bite places, some with no seating. Rental car place in the building that was great. Location was convenient but very noisy. Sirens all day and night.
Diana H.
November 2023
Lovely place. Everything was perfect and exactly what we needed. The views are stunning and the house is very comfortable. Steve was a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend this place!
Rovina N.
November 2023
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
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Decent, no frills place to stay that is very close to the beach. No problems with any part of our stay. Would stay again for the fair pricing.
Brooke B.
November 2023
The condo was perfect for me as I came solo for a friends wedding. It came with everything listed. Would rent again.
Cha Yong M.
October 2023
All dining room chairs' legs need to be tightened and seats need to be affixed. Air conditioner does not cool well, we believe that the filters need to be cleaned, light switch in Master Bedroom works intermittent, dryer, (when initially turned on), makes a LOUD screeching noise.
Everything else was fine.
Thank you,
VINCENT F. M.
October 2023
The room I stayed in is not run by the hotel itself but it is in mad need of some repairs and a deep clean. If you’re staying for a long period of time I’d look elsewhere. The parking cost alone is crazy but that’s most of the island. Communication for the reservation and room key was horrible
Ashleigh
October 2023
The property was lovely in a good location and had a nice kitchenette There was a nice swimming pool with a jacuzzi. The property was also located near the beach and the main shopping area near the beach walk.
Minesh G.
October 2023
Old, tacky, randown, ghetto place. Matresses are cheap quality and pillows are flat as pancakes, the drapes are being held by thoughts and prayers, the once white microwave is all kinds of yellow shades from how old it is, and the hand drawing "hi"happy face on the wall above the toilet is creepy. Did not stay a single night of the 4 I had paid for, there was a dead roach legs up right outside, not the small kind, those big ones, and all I could think was there's bed bugs here, now, Idk if there were any, but I wasn't gonna stay and find out. I said hell no and booked my stay at Hyatt, there was just no way my kids and ai were gonna stay there. The pics on the ad are black and white for a reason and they really did their best at those, fooled me into booking it. The building itself and the parking employees, one word, ghetto. Would not recommend.
Viridiana
October 2023
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The property manager was very unhelpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
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It was a horrible experience. The AC unit was broken so it was a consistently 80 degrees Fahrenheit! I chose this room because I didn’t plan being there in my room but unfortunately because it was so hot at night I was never getting quality sleep which left me no energy to do the things I wanted to do. I’m absolutely useless without my sleep. I literally slept with ice in the bed. I froze face towels to wrap around my neck to cool myself. I reached out to maintenance every single day I was there. They had the audacity to ask if I checked out like I had other options! I asked to be moved into another numerous times. The maintenance man communicated that AC unit was beyond fixing and needed replacing. After the 3rd of my four day vacation I lost all my patience and demanded a refund. The room was dusty and there was long straight hairs in the shower from a previous stay. The decorative pictures had exposed broken glass. One of the chairs was wobbly. The stove didn’t work which I was not made aware and it was advertised as a kitchenette! Lies! There were 3 elevators on each side but only one worked.
Vita D.
October 2023
This condo is perfect. It is exactly as advertised. It is clean and stocked with everything you will need. It is very spacious. The views are absolutely breathtaking! You can see the ocean, Diamond Head, the canal and much more from any window in the condo. It is about a 20 minute walk to the beach. There are numerous stores and restaurants within walking distance of the condo as well. The pool and hot tubs are wonderful. There are plenty of lounge chairs and an outdoor cooking area! Steve is an amazing host and answered all of the questions that I had. He also checked in with us during our stay to make sure we were ok and didn’t need anything. We had a small issue with a thermostat and he had it fixed within 20 minutes. We loved everything about the condo and would definitely stay here again!
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Jana H.
October 2023
We enjoyed our stay in this cute efficient studio. Was clean and bed linens were good. Only issue was aged toilet seat and unattractive bathroom cabinet.
rene c.
October 2023
It smells really bad and it’s not clean
Marko
October 2023
Top notch property and location.
Well taken care of, has all the things you need.
Penthouse views are fabulous.
Close to beach, shopping etc.
Would highly recommend this property.
Would definately stay here again.
Leonard C.
September 2023