Leo K.
January 2024
I want to start my review by mentioning that I'm a full-time world traveler and a vacation property host myself. Unfortunately, the host for this property could not be less accommodating from the start. Even though they said they could accommodate a 30-minute early check-in at first, they told us a firm no upon arrival. When I reminded them about a promise, they said - okay, fine. Their "rules" state that guests should book an extra night if they need an early check-in or a later check-out. I actually tried to book an extra night, but my messages were unanswered. When I asked for a 2 hours later check out, even though they had no one checking in the next day, it was a straight-up no. While the views from the penthouse are five stars, the service and communication are between 1 and 2 stars. You get an automated message during the weekend that they will get back to you on the weekday. The property itself is equivalent to a 3-star motel. AC is so old that it is just blowing freezing air straight at you that no matter what temperature you set it for, it will remain the same unless you turn it off, and then it will get hot and humid. Everything in the apartment is old, and nothing feels luxurious, especially for the expensive price you pay. Even though the views are spectacular, I suggest looking further, as you will find nicer rentals in the area for lower prices with hosts who would be happy to accommodate guests' requests. They couldn't even provide laundry detergent for the wa
A guest from Main Beach, QLD
December 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very 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.
Reviewer Comments:
We, 5 adults, stayed at the 3 br rental. It is very convenient to any Waikiki venue and Ala Moana Center. Local beaches were excellent and stunning fireworks viewed from the balcony. Plenty of room.
Jerrod M.
November 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
First let me say that the property was in great condition (could have been a little cleaner) but nothing to worry about. Check in and out was a breeze and great communication with property managers. If there was one downside to the stay it was the beds. All three were like sleeping on a rock so we camped on the couch which was ok. Tv instructions for each remote would help for people in the future. We would gladly stay here again though. Wonderful experience.
Steve S.
November 2023
Great location, super easy checkin, property as advertised. Really enjoyed our stay.
Steve S.
November 2023
Great location, super easy checkin, property as advertised. Really enjoyed our stay.
Brian G.
October 2023
This was the best for three couples in Waikiki. The location is amazing and the place is so cozy, would love to stay again.
Also on Friday at 7pm there was a fireworks show across in the lagoon area, which had great views from the penthouse
Brian G.
October 2023
This was the best for three couples in Waikiki. The location is amazing and the place is so cozy, would love to stay again.
Also on Friday at 7pm there was a fireworks show across in the lagoon area, which had great views from the penthouse
Ben A.
October 2023
The views in this Penthouse are even better in person. location of this unit to everything was perfect. Nice stocked kitchen. Entertaining space was very spacious. You are able to watch shows from the balcony which was also so nice. Where this unit fell short of expectations is a few simple maintenance issues. Pics have been sent and hopefully these few things will be addressed.
Ben A.
October 2023
The views in this Penthouse are even better in person. location of this unit to everything was perfect. Nice stocked kitchen. Entertaining space was very spacious. You are able to watch shows from the balcony which was also so nice. Where this unit fell short of expectations is a few simple maintenance issues. Pics have been sent and hopefully these few things will be addressed.
Maegan A.
October 2023
I would give this place 5 stars. There really wasn’t much wrong with staying here after all your in Hawaii. This was our first time and I’m happy I got this place. The view is spectacular you can’t get any better. I think the price justifies the view. I have so many pictures from the balcony and I spent every night out there and my kids loved the fireworks on Friday night. A prior review stated the beds were hard and they are but we didn’t mind because we were so exhausted after each day we crashed. I booked this place with a washer and dryer so I could wash our swimsuits and clothes but the dryer didn’t seem to work very well. It just wouldn’t dry that great but again not a big deal not enough to make this any less than 5 stars. The location is great I loved the harbor front as well, very scenic. Close to the mall. Thank you for making this a memorable family vacation.
Maegan A.
October 2023
I would give this place 5 stars. There really wasn’t much wrong with staying here after all your in Hawaii. This was our first time and I’m happy I got this place. The view is spectacular you can’t get any better. I think the price justifies the view. I have so many pictures from the balcony and I spent every night out there and my kids loved the fireworks on Friday night. A prior review stated the beds were hard and they are but we didn’t mind because we were so exhausted after each day we crashed. I booked this place with a washer and dryer so I could wash our swimsuits and clothes but the dryer didn’t seem to work very well. It just wouldn’t dry that great but again not a big deal not enough to make this any less than 5 stars. The location is great I loved the harbor front as well, very scenic. Close to the mall. Thank you for making this a memorable family vacation.
Lucy L.
July 2023
The view is great and it was a great location. We parked at the marina parking and paid in advance for parking and had in and out privileges. I would stay here again but there are a few things that need to be improved since it’s a “penthouse”. The air filters in the ac needs to be changed out. If you shut off the ac as it cools very well, there is a very foul sewer odor that permeates the air. If u turn the ac on then the odor goes away. The bathroom door lock has to be jiggled a certain way to lock it. The couch needs to be cleaned, it had an odor and black dust was falling off it when u moved a certain way. The beds are hard and uncomfortable. The door to the washer and dryer is very inconvenient since it is a sliding door. Besides these minor inconveniences we enjoyed our stay here.
Traci G.
July 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The penthouse was perfect for our family. The view was amazing, there was plenty of room to hang out, and it was in the perfect location. We walked to all the restaurants and shopping we could ask for, and the restaurants downstairs were great as well! Thank you for a fabulous stay!
Lucy L.
July 2023
The view is great and it was a great location. We parked at the marina parking and paid in advance for parking and had in and out privileges. I would stay here again but there are a few things that need to be improved since it’s a “penthouse”. The air filters in the ac needs to be changed out. If you shut off the ac as it cools very well, there is a very foul sewer odor that permeates the air. If u turn the ac on then the odor goes away. The bathroom door lock has to be jiggled a certain way to lock it. The couch needs to be cleaned, it had an odor and black dust was falling off it when u moved a certain way. The beds are hard and uncomfortable. The door to the washer and dryer is very inconvenient since it is a sliding door. Besides these minor inconveniences we enjoyed our stay here.
Joey M.
July 2023
Rating Details:
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.
Reviewer Comments:
Amazing experience. Very easy to get into the room and check out. Room has the most amazing views and is conveniently located in Waikiki. Pesca the restaurant upstairs is amazing and can be accessed easily through a private elevator from the Penthouse. I wish the lanai had foliage and better patio furniture for more outside relaxation. The suite could use a better cleaning and a little touch up paint. Other than that, we really enjoyed our stay and would do it again!
Becky S.
June 2023
Rating Details:
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.
Reviewer Comments:
The view was amazing. The hotel next door puts on a show every night and you can look down and watch,and be sure and see the fireworks on Friday night. The bedrooms are small as past reviews have said. It is like the penthouses in New York. They did add blackout curtains and must of changed the mattress as the beds were comfortable as one review complained. I would stay here again. Remember to add your valet parking to your budget. When you arrive, you pull up and sign up for valet parking for the days you stay. Now you can go and come as many times as possible a day you want. The metered parking cost more and you are not sure when you leave you have a place when you come back. A/C works great and cools the place fast when you turn it off to leave for the day. We had enough supplies that they provided to last. The negatives: place needs a remodel when it has time to close down for a few days. The master drain needs to be fixed as it is missing stopper, and the hair and jewelry can go down. The flooring tiles are chipped, and the door to washer/dryer needs an according door so you can empty washer and put in clothes in dryer. With sliding door you have to pile up wet clothes on dryer slide door to access dryer and then put clothes in dryer. The sofa cushions need to be cleaned. I have a very sensitive nose and a shampoo would do it. Making these improvements would make it feel more like paying for a penthouse room. This place has everything in the area. The beach, the pool, the market, restaurants, walking to stores. We only used car to go to events we booked.
CHRIS D.
June 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Perfect location with most incredible view. We will be back
Russell H.
May 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very 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.
Reviewer Comments:
Had a family reunion so needed to book a larger place to get together. First and foremost you are paying for the view since it is fabulous! Pros- obviously the view- sofa is comfortable- A/C units are very quiet- kitchen amenities are goodConsThe main complaint I have is there should be a few more basic items supplied for the price you pay. There was no tissue paper, laundry detergent, and minimal bath amenities. Having these things would've been nice and convenient.All in all it was a memorable experience.
steve k.
April 2023
Property has great views; is dated and should have some artwork at a minimum. Clean but burned pan and dirty knifes. Had to purchase a pan to use. Frig did not keep food cold, but after call, repairman fixed. Security posted notices that someone compalined that we had placed bulky items in trash. Not so. Also that some one had smoked on the floor. Could be, but not us. Overall, great place for views. Air worked great. Good kitchen. Would stay again
Wesley B.
March 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our family stayed at this unit for a few days as we had family members visiting the Island from Florida. As local residents of Oahu, this was our first time renting a unit from Ali’i Beach Rentals, Inc, and the process was easy, reserving the unit online was simple, and the Ali’i Beach Rentals team responded to my emails quickly and provided me with all the information I needed to access the unit and they even prepared the unit one day in advance as we were a last-minute booking. I can’t thank them enough for doing this as our family enjoyed this unit and truly made lifetime memories together. We enjoyed Cinnamons Restaurant for breakfast and enjoyed spectacular fireworks show right from our own balcony. This unit gives you amazing views of Diamond Head Crater, the Ocean, and the fireworks display show in the evening if you happen to stay during one of the scheduled fireworks displays. The beach was a few minutes walk from the hotel and the valet staff at the hotel was always kind, and courteous and took care of our family with Aloha. Access to the unit was easy, using a keypad door entry and the unit had everything we needed, including a full-size washer and dryer which was very convenient. I would highly recommend staying at this unit and would gladly stay in this same unit again.
steve k.
March 2023
Property has great views; is dated and should have some artwork at a minimum. Clean but burned pan and dirty knifes. Had to purchase a pan to use. Frig did not keep food cold, but after call, repairman fixed. Security posted notices that someone compalined that we had placed bulky items in trash. Not so. Also that some one had smoked on the floor. Could be, but not us. Overall, great place for views. Air worked great. Good kitchen. Would stay again
Ann H.
February 2023
The view from the balcony was amazing. Fireworks were beautiful and loud. We would recommend hanging blackout curtains in the living room/dining room area. My 82 year old Aunt had a hard time with the glare on the tv during the day. No dresser or place to put clothes and no tv in one bedroom. We walked in and found a dirty orange rag hanging in the bathroom. Place is smaller than it appears. Way over priced.
Ann H.
January 2023
The view from the balcony was amazing. Fireworks were beautiful and loud. We would recommend hanging blackout curtains in the living room/dining room area. My 82 year old Aunt had a hard time with the glare on the tv during the day. No dresser or place to put clothes and no tv in one bedroom. We walked in and found a dirty orange rag hanging in the bathroom. Place is smaller than it appears. Way over priced.
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