Check-in was easy. Nice spot for two. Location and view are ideal. Loved having a larger fridge to stash groceries from Foodland or Safeway. A/C is fine but in May, the trade winds blowing through louvered glass windows plus the ceiling fan made for cool, restful nights. Did I say the view was awesome?! Hot tub was great! Everything is walkable, and hip travelers get a prepaid HOLO Oahu bus pass to help roam all of greater Honolulu. Just a 3 ride to and from the airport on bus #20!! Goes to Pearl Harbor as well. TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL. We'll stay again.
Wayne B.
August 2025
clean and quite place,,,loved it,,,less 10minute walk to the beach,,,thankss
William O.
July 2025
Condo was clean and great! Amazing views. The hallways of condo need to be redone so was scared at first because the entrance is so nice and the lobby, then saw hallway and thought condo maybe the same but it wasn’t and was nicely renovated. Only issue was there was only 1 fork. Otherwise tons of towels, shampoo condition body wash hand soap provided. Dish soap as well. Would highly recommend for a couple or a family with only 1 or 2 small kids as the room is pretty small.
Julie
July 2025
This unit was stunning! The view was incredible. We were mesmerized by the patio, being able to see Diamond Head/the Waikiki beach/Ala Wai canal all at the same time. We stayed in the unit for a long time and I have the view stamped into my memory. The view was relaxing making me sleepy and I did not want to leave the room even though you could see the beautiful beach below. The location is amazing because it is a short walk to the beach, a short walk to any kind of shopping experience you want, any kind of restaurant you want, and public transportation runs around the clock. The unit itself is clean, we did not see any bugs, the A/C works well, the kitchenette is functional, and it is safe with available staff on duty. The staff were extraordinarily nice/helpful/hospitality was A. The only thing to recognize is that there is a 40 per day parking fee if you have a rental car. We did public transportation and did fine. You can even walk away from Waikiki to Ala Moana Mall during daylight hours. I would not recommend walking the distance to the Ala Moana mall at night because there are homeless people in Honolulu.
Stephanie P.
July 2025
This room is privately owned and not part od the Pacific Monarch hotel. However the check-in is conducted at the receltion of the hotel, but the communication with the host ia nothing to do with the hotel.We unfortunately booked a studio for our honeymoon and we regreted a lot. The pictures are missleading. The studio was a horrible experience for us. It's surrounded by consteuction areas which are very noisy starting with 6AM. Ext to the window there is a power generator from another hotel which is extremely noisy and didn't let us sleep. AC is also very noisy, dirty and placed close to the bed (pillows). You cannot sleapl with it turned on in the night. If you turn it on during the day is spreads a lot of dust.The views are 10% ocean, 40% co steuction areas, 50% other hotels.The balcony is super small and some metal objects for construction were stored there.The shower cabin is super small, the couch is full of stains and the pillows are disgusting.Overall the studio needs maintainance, as the walls present stains, as well as broken tiles.We asked the property to offer us a silent room 2 months before our arrival and avoid the construction area. We were accomodated exactly the opposite. We asked again to be moved to a different room and they replied after 3 days.The only goos things that I can mention are the location (Wikiki - in the middle of the loudest area), close to the beach, plenty of shops and restaurants, small kitchen and beach umbrella/chairs
Roger S.
July 2025
The property was well kept and included everything you need. The management team was very friendly and responsive. We loved our trip and would stay here again!
Leah C.
July 2025
We spent a week here and it was very comfortable with so many extras. Six of us stayed at the apartment, check-in was easy and we settled in for the week. There were 3 beds that worked well for us. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. We did reach out to the host and received a quick response to a question. The views are amazing from the balcony and the living room. It is located near everything and a quick walk to the beach. What a great time!
Rob B.
July 2025
It was good low cost option in Waikiki
Frederick C.
July 2025
Excellent stay, clean and with a great veiw!
Rhonda U.
July 2025
Had an amazing stay here. Took a last minute solo trip to Hawaii and loved the location. View was breath taking. I cried leaving!
Jennifer D.
July 2025
Kamakani gave me a warm welcome upon arrival, offering a personalized tour of the property and pointing out where items were stored in the studio. The balcony view of Diamond Head and the surrounding area is just as stunning as shown in Kama's photo album. Island Colony, where the unit is located, is a central and easily walkable part of Waikiki. As a solo traveler, I felt safe in the neighborhood. The bed was very comfortable, and the small kitchen was well-stocked with everything needed to prepare meals. The shower had excellent water pressure. I plan to return within the next two years and hope he’ll have availability when I reach out. Overall, I truly enjoyed his hospitality and can’t wait for my next visit!
Angela D.
July 2025
My husband and two adult sons stayed here for 2 and 1/2 days. The Murphy bed was great so they each had their own bed. The location is perfect, walking distance to the beach and many great restaurants. We rented a car which was unnecessary because we walked everywhere! The condo is really nice and it was great to be able to do laundry in the laundry facilities. The building overlooks the canal and we spent countless minutes watching the fish and canoeing people.
July 2025
The room is a little dated & could use some updates. The bathroom for sure could do with a renovation. The shower was awful. The hot water would go in & out while showering. I called twice & no one ever came to look at it & they claimed they did & nothing was wrong, which I know is false because I specifically asked to be called before anyone went into the room, so I didn’t appreciate that & in total honesty I’m not ever booking through the company Vacasa again. The hotel staff was super friendly, but couldn’t do anything for me because we rented through 3rd party.
Alexandra M.
July 2025
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 entrance to the hotel/vacation rental is clean and well maintained so we were surprised by the dated hallways which made us concerned about what the room would look like. The room was small but had everything you need. It was updated minus the bathroom. View was nice but didn’t realize we were on the 42 floor and I’m scared of heights so definitely would have preferred a lower floor. Common area and pool were also nice and well maintained. In the room we were given plenty of towels, toilet paper, pool towels and the use of beach chairs which was great! Only small thing I have to say is there was only 1 fork. But honestly, great place to stay and can’t beat the price!
J S.
July 2025
I stayed here with my 11 year old son and we had a wonderful experience overall. The room is on the smaller side, but it was actually perfect for just the two of us. We’d definitely love to come back again!Pros:・Fantastic location! We could watch the Hilton fireworks from the lanai on Friday night.・The kitchen was well-equipped, even with a rice cooker. Great for longer stays.・The pool was never crowded, and having laundry facilities on-site was super convenient.Cons:・The unit had a musty smell when we first arrived.We saw a cockroach during our stay, likely due to the age of the building.・Most of the beach gear on the lanai was broken and not usable.Still, the pros clearly outweighed the cons. It’s a cozy and convenient place for couple or mom& kid. Mahalo!
Akiko I.
July 2025
Great place to stay, super centric and quiet at the same time
DANIEL
July 2025
The room was smaller than I thought but it was very well cleaned. The small drawer was very hard to open and hard to closed it. The metal on the bed is broken and not steady. The rug on the balcony is always folded because of the wind. One thing that I disappointed is the 2 waters on the fridge was expired. But, it was a good stay, near of everything. Walking distance to the Waikiki beach.
Eva L.
July 2025
This condo had the most incredible view from the 31st floor! It was very reasonably priced and well appointed. It was also very clean. The location was absolutely fantastic to access downtown shops and restaurants. Best of all, Joshua was an absolutely exceptional host! He was very responsive, notably kind and helpful. My only regret is that, due to our flight being delayed, we were only able to enjoy this condo for one night and didn’t get to take advantage of all Joshua’s unit had to offer.
Valerie S.
July 2025
Great place for price, location good, as described, great to have beach chairs and towelsOnly negatives… aircon unit not great and shower runs hot and cold but manageable. Overall great experience, made our vacation affordable
Chris H.
June 2025
We loved every minute of our stay at this property. Josh communicated everything we need to know throughout. The property is close enough to the coast to enjoy it, but far enough to have a sense of peace and quiet. We can’t wait to return again one day.
Matthew L.
June 2025
Very good location, clean, just as described
Ana-Maria D.
June 2025
Overall great experience. A bit tight but managed with partner and 10 yr old daughter. A few suggestions, would be nice to include overnight parking at garage w stay, especially being here over a week-added up. Too many interruptions during stay w services-fire alarm test, water outage, garage shoot backed up and filter checks. A/C unit a bit weak, doesnt cool enough. Had to buy batteries for tv remotes since dead. Beach walk is a bit further than noted. More like 20mins walking to usable beach areas. Otherwise was pleasant stay and amazing views especially during sunset. We made it work, thank you!
Douglas S.
June 2025
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Overall: Property has all the basics, but if you want to feel the spirit of aloha, this isn't the best choice. Everything is extra; ketchup packets are 50 cents, gym is 5/day. We arrived early from our flight and we're told they couldn't let us up to the room early. They wanted to charge us 5 PER BAG to watch the bags at the front. Laundry and dryer are also for pay on a separate floor. If you rent a car, parking is 45 PER NIGHT, which is pretty much highway robbery. We found nearby street parking most of the time for free, but had to pay the 45 once. The toilet was broken in such a way that if they had put in 10 at some point to fix it properly, it would be fine. Instead, they tried to bend a metal piece back into place (it didn't work), so we CONSTANTLY had to be climbing into the tank with our hands to fix the flusher. Yuck. We asked for extra towels and received a couple of hand towels hung on our doorknob the next day (not super helpful; we wanted full size). The pull out mattress was worn and stained. Like, nothing is technically wrong, but we didn't feel overwhelmingly welcome.A moment for the positive parts: place was clean. The neighborhood is unmatched, and so are the views. The best part is that you get all the views with none of the street noise. Kids loved the pool (kids love pools, so that's an easy one). Overall, there are similar places out there offering more for the same price.
RUTH S.
June 2025
There is no luggage storage
The check out time is too early
Habibollah Gerami
June 2025
Beautiful property . Amazing view..everything we needed
Tammi F.
June 2025
Location is great. Free parking nearby as long as you follow the days/times for no parking. Saw a lot of cars getting towed. Pool was nice with lots of seating. Apartment was very clean. Kitchen is small but has everything you need.
Erin R.
June 2025
It was nice, but the shower water goes hot/cold constantly and the decor was a little bland. We come here to visit our Son, so it is more of a functional trip, and I would certainly stay here again.
Ken C.
June 2025
Incredible location, easy walk to beach and many places to eat.
Christopher W.
June 2025
I loved the views from balcony. The parking situation is crazy they charge you per night or a fast pass for 5 days. The customer service for the parking is terrible. The swiming pool was only open several days since it was being repaired. I was not left enough towels for the 7 days that I stayed. The sofa sleeper was small and was difficult to sleep 2 adults in it. There were so many remotes that it was difficult figuring out which one to use. The location was great since it was walking distance to alot of shop and beach.
ARACELIA A.
June 2025
Great
ALEXANDR A.
June 2025
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:
Convenient place to stay. Close to everything... restaurants and beaches
Eric D.
June 2025
Great view
HEATHER M.
June 2025
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 place was very clean, had a great view, has plenty of amenities, excellent staff, very good restaurants all around. Overall, a wonderful experience!
Cody B.
June 2025
Great stay, quaint room (but had to replenish own supplies, i.e. toilet paper and paper towels, etc.). Very disappointing that the pool was closed down two days after we got there for cleaning (no signage or communication either). No chance for an adjustment due to inconvenience as it was listed out that way in the contract. Other than that, great stay.
Jill D.
May 2025
This is a beautiful and well-furnished unit, with great views of Waikiki. Joshua, our host, responded in a timely manner to our messages. He was extremely well-organized, such that check-in and check-out procedures went very smoothly. The unit was housed in a comfortable and spacious facility with modern amenities. We liked that it is a short walk to Waikiki Beach (beach chairs and beach towels are in the unit), with lots of dining and other amenities close by. It is also located close to major thoroughfares for easy access for driving across town or anywhere on the island. There is a Safeway close by for stocking up if you wish to cook your own meals. This facility also provides access to a four gas grills and outdoor picnic tables on the 6th floor near the pool if you want to do any of your own grilling, which we enjoyed as well.
Karla R.
May 2025
The building itself is outdated. Our condo 3711 is clean enough but one of the bed sheets had a dirty spot. The location and cost was good.
Hing
May 2025
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Everything went smoothly from check-in to check-out, but was very disappointed that we were not notified that the pool/jacuzzi area was going to temporarily closed for maintenance our ENTIRE trip. This was one of the big reasons we book this Vrbo. Also, the trash chute was not operational so we had to walk our trash down everyday.Overall, the host and room was exceptional! The view was amazing and the location was extremely convenient. The host left complimentary snacks and waters for us, and the medicine cabinet was stocked! I don't know what coffee they provided, but I wish I could take some of it home. So delicious! Some inconveniences on the hotel aspect, but a big plus was 24 hour laundromat and late night convenient store located on site. And security was amazing. We wish there was complimentary parking. The parking that we did purchase through Island Colony was convenient and saved us some money. We did have problems where unauthorized cars parked in our spot, but management addressed the issue and accommodated us.
Henry C.
May 2025
Very handy building : laundry swimming pool BBQ.. Nice big terrace.. Thnaks
Faustine N.
May 2025
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:
Perfect little studio for vacation. Very well equipped and offering lovely views. Located close to everything including transportation.Ali beach rentals superb and super responsive to deal with.
Karen B.
May 2025
This is our third or fourth time staying at Island Colony. Our first choice for reasonable accommodations when visiting Waikiki. An older building but well maintained with good amenities and service.
Terry B.
May 2025
Very clean! Great communication! Would stay again.
Joanne S.
May 2025
Good view from the balcony
David
May 2025
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The place was nice and clean. Would have liked more towels in the room. But overall decent stay for the price.
Mariah H.
May 2025
1. Room needs renovation.2. Cleanliness is not good enough.
Gulnaz K.
May 2025
Reservation, check in and check out were a breeze. The unit is centrally located, just a short walk from the Seaside Avenue in Waikiki, close to many shops and dining options. Great value and location! Definitely would stay there again!
Vinicius S.
May 2025
Clean apartment, central location, big balcony, nice communication with the host, very good stay!If you aren't lucky and don't get a free parking spot at the Ala Wai Canal, you have to pay 45 for 24 hours in the parking garage... a bit expensive but that's not the hosts fault. Overall I can fully recommend this room!
May 2025
Beautiful view from the balcony. Small, but clean and everything you need for overnight stays. We didn’t spend a lot of time in the room, so it was perfect for us.
Amy C.
May 2025
It's not quite as nice as it seems in the picture, and the staff at check-in or a little bit rude. But if you want to stay in a place where the host is very responsive and helpful this is the place for you. I really appreciated how quickly Josh got back to me when I messaged him. Location is great if you want to stay in Waikiki but don't want to pay beachfront prices.
Heather S.
May 2025
Thinking of reserving the same property next year. A great deal and a great host.
Amin H.
May 2025
Great property and view!
Warren
May 2025