Aloha Condos - Hawaii Condos & Vacation Rental Home in Maui, Kauai, Oahu & Kona, Big Island

well taken care of by the Renter. All details covered!

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James' 1st stay in a vacation condo from Wisconsin on 03/11/2010 said:

“ The service and assistance received from the renter were outstanding and above most expectations.The condo was as good as it appears on the web site.The location is great if only 2 blocks from a beach is what you are looking for.Loved the close proximity to the Ala Moana Mall.Great view of the Marina/ocean.Was a treat to have the option to cook my own meals.Best water pressure you will ever experience in a shower.Choose this Renter for a well taken care of vacation. ”

 

Location, price, accommodations cannot be beat

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Happy_Travelers from Hudson Valley, NY on 02/10/2010 said:

“ We are first-timers to Hawaii-still there as I write this- and were fortunate that Vlad and Gillian had three days available. Their condo deserves all the praise that it has received It was beautifully equipped with a full kitchen and was immaculate. The bed was large and very comfortable. Having a local phone saved us many extra cell phone minutes. The lanai is small, but fits two, and we used it often.. It overlooks the marina and the ocean. From the building it is a short walk to the beaches in front of the neighboring Hilton and to Waikiki, in one direction. There was good shopping close by. (At the Ala Moana Market Place, we enjoyed Mauana Loa Poi Bowl in the food court. Be sure to season the poi with the Lomi Lomi Salmon. The Island Vantage coffee stand in the court made one of the best espressos I've ever had. Our only problem was with WiFi, because I brought our old, less sensitive, laptop with us. Although there were accessible networks all around, I got the best, though still variable, reception by paying for the Metro18 network. We highly recommend this unit and hope to stay in it again. This would have been great at twice the price. ”

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Comfortable and convenient

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elisabeth from new york city on 02/05/2010 said:

“ Stayed here after an earlier stay in similar condo in Illikai Marina complex. We knew the ropes--parking, elevators, 11 a.m. checkout, etc. While lanai is miniscule, view of marina and beyond is great. We had all we needed in condo, which was convenient to walking Waikiki and driving out of town. ”

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Beautifully furnished, great location

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Rusty Sunlovers from Portland, OR on 01/20/2010 said:

“ We had stayed at another unit in the Ilikai Marina previously so we knew we'd like the location and view. 1286 was very nicely furnished and, as we knew from prior visits, has a view we love. Vilad and Gillian were wonderful to deal with and provided complete information so our arrangements before and throughout our stay were very smooth. ”

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Perfect Vacation

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SuzMurdock from Seattle on 12/03/2009 said:

“ This was our first trip to Hawaii and Gillian and Vlad made sure it was perfect. The condo is even better than the photos show and was spotless, cool and welcoming when we arrived. Nice extra touches included ice in the freezer, filtered water in the fridge and a guidebook to help with things to do. There were also coffee filters and a generous assortment of spices for cooking. Truly fully equipped. The view was spectacular, the bed extremely comfy. Linens and towels were plentiful and of high quality. It is only a short stroll to the Hilton Lagoon and beach. There is an ABC store steps away and plenty of restaurants within walking distance. The only negative was the poor attitude of the attendants working in the parking garage. We will definitely stay here again and would recommend this condo highly to anyone else wanting a quiet, beautiful, perfect stay. Gillian and Vlad are awesome hosts. A special thanks also to Mary for making sure everything was so clean and tidy. ”

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postcard picture perfect

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love2travel from Debary,Fl on 10/30/2009 said:

“ -wonderful view of the many aspects of the ocean.. -very comfortable full kitchen full bedroom condo -near fast food and small "mini marts" (walking distance) -parking $17/day (park on D near elevators) very convenient no hassel in and out. -easy drive to airport and Arizona memorial -good kitchen utinsels; rice maker, brita water pitcher (saves $3/gal) -fireworks on Friday night ”

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Welcome to Paradise

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Gary and Debra from Woodinville, WA on 03/05/2010 said:

“ In late February, we stayed a week in unit 1182 at the Ilikai Marina Condos. We enjoyed a gorgeous view over the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor, Ala Moana Beach Park, and the Pacific Ocean. The condo is located on the quiet end of the Waikiki area, but within walking distance to the Ala Moana Shopping Center and the central part of Waikiki. There are also several lovely, sandy beaches to choose from, which are a few minutes walk away form the condo. Unit 1182 is comfortable and very well equipped and furnished. The kitchen contained everything we needed when we prepared meals, enjoying our own ocean-view dining area and lanai. There was a slight problem with a leaky pipe when we arrived, but it was taken care of very quickly by the Aloha Condos team. The condo building watchmen were also very helpful when we had questions. We had a great time while staying in 1182 and would definitely book this condo again for a future holiday. ”

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near perfect spot at the Ilikai Marina

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frequent hawaii visitor from Norway on 01/27/2010 said:

“ We enjoyed staying in this well kept and tastefully furnished condo in a near perfect location. We particularly enjoyed the harbor and sunset view, the Friday night fireworks and the easy access to Honolulu and Waikiki. The Ilikai Marina is a 5 minute walk along the harbor to the beach at the Hilton Hawaiian Village and the rest of Waikiki beach. Nice for both walking and swimming. Our only wish for a relatively long stay would be some more self-help equipment for cleaning. ”

 

Fireworks!

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Stacey B from San Francisco, CA on 10/08/2009 said:

“ My sister and I really enjoyed this condo. I didn't get to see fireworks on the 4th of July, so I was elated when I got to see the weekly summer fireworks at the Hilton while standing out on the balcony of the condo! The location is awesome. I would go running at Ala Moana Park each morning. The unit was clean and the both the king bed and the foldout sleeper sofa were very comfortable. Mahalo! ”

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Great condo

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Mel B from Bay Area,California on 05/29/2009 said:

“ Great place to stay,nothing fancy,no marble countertops,but nice andbr /cozy place.great view,very quiet,no noisy cleaning ladies like inbr /hotels. Two lcds tvs,cable,wi fi ,full equiped Kitchen.Chuck from Alohabr /condo was very helpful too. Arrive in style,do not go for shuttle $12br /per person rip off from airport,call Mr Li with his 6 passenger stretchbr /limo and for $30 from airport arrive in style and save money.His numberbr /is 808-741-4169. Great weather,great place to stay ”

 

Beautiful presented magnificent views

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tk1 from Australia on 05/19/2009 said:

“ The condo was just as shown on the website. Amazing views, neat and tidy. We had a great stay. A recommendation is maybe a guide/guest book in the room. We thankyou for the early checkin after a long flight. One thing I have to mention is that upon arrival the bed sheets had big brown dirt marks on them, they were clean but it looked like they were stained during washing. We used the spare set provided. Everything else was perfect! ”

Manager response:

“ Thanks very much tk1, for your comments! Regarding the stained sheets, we're very sorry for your inconvenience. We've since retired one set of sheets, purchased another, and are paying strict attention to their care and cleaning. We've also placed a guest book in the condo - thanks for the great recommendation!
- Ray and Elaine ”

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Worth every penny

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soundoc777 from Antioch, CA on 04/25/2009 said:

“ This condo has it all. Well maintained, well stocked, well furnished, and well suited for a family of 4. We really appreciated all the accommodations and amenities. The kitchen, utensils, appliances, plumbing, carpet, and furniture were all in top shape. You can't imagine how relaxing a vacation can be when you don't have to worry about household things going wrong. The location is excellent. Walking distance to Ala Moana shopping center and convenient route to bypass the heart of Waikiki. And don't miss the Friday night fireworks over at the lagoon. Also, very important, the internet worked! What a relief to be able to "google" our itinerary, finish up some overdue work, and complete a "last minute emergency" online exam. The only negative was the proximity to Yacht Harbor Towers (which was under renovation). It was rather noisy during the day, but, if you're out during the day, as you should be while on vacation, the construction was not a problem. We will definitely stay here again. Mahalo and Aloha! ”

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Great vacation

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Beach lovers from Seal Beach, Ca on 04/23/2009 said:

“ Took the grandkids with us. Great location and view. Beautiful sunsets every night. Place was comfortable enough for 2 adults and 2 young teens. It was clean and well equipped with things we might need to eat in once in a while. ”

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Wonderful holiday

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Janet from White Rock, B.C. on 04/16/2009 said:

“ Our first visit back in 10 years. This apt. was well furnished - new furniture and bed very comfortable. Kitchen was adequate for our needs since we ate out most of the time. Bathroom needs to be updated - especially the shower doors. Lovely view from the patio and we found the bldg to be well looked after with 24 hour security. I did read that someone had a problem with noise from the restaurant below, however although it was busy the whole time we were there we were never once disturbed by noise from the restaurant. I would not hesitate to recommend this apt. to other visitors. ”

Manager response:

“ Janet, many thanks for your comments! Your suggestion that we update the bathroom was spot-on. We're happy to announce that we've recently completed our major bathroom remodel. We've expanded the room, and have completely renovated it with top end materials. It now has beautiful tiling and slab granite throughout, a new cherrywood vanity with expanded counter space, as well as modern fixtures and improved lighting. Look for updated pictures and a revised floor plan on our website in early 2010. We're really excited about this renovation, and are confident that our guests will really enjoy their stay, now more than ever.
Thanks again!
- Ray and Elaine ”

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Fabulous, clean and well appointed. What a view!

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Familyof3 from Williamsville, NY on 04/07/2009 said:

“ Just as the online pictures promised: a spacious, well-appointed and nicely decorated unit with a fabulous view of the Yacht Harbor and Magic Island. Our 3-yo daughter loved the pull-out bed and we enjoyed being able to retreat to the bedroom. The bed was luxurious and fresh. We can't recall the last time we slept so well. Although there is nightlife along the marina, the unit is high up enough so it is quiet. The bathroom had plenty of towels and the housekeeping crew does a great job. There are even spare towels and a couple of folding chairs for the beach. There are laundry facilities on site. The kitchen has everything and there is enough space to make pretty good meals and enjoy them. The dishes and utensils were good quality and the appliances worked well. The unit has free wireless Internet and it was not hard to set up: there is a cheat sheet that has all of the log-in info. The building is located near the HHV lagoon (renovated in 2008) and it was a short walk to the lagoon and the adjoining beach. We were in the water every day and our 3-yo could walk each way. The Chart House, located off the lobby, has nice atmosphere and great food and service. There is a casual pizza place around the corner that has a friendly bar. There are several other dining options within a block of the building. If you are renting a car, there is convenient covered parking in the building. You can sign up for a monthly pass at the booth if you are staying more than 10 days (cheaper that way and no tickets to lose). We'll be back. What a find this was. ”

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great condo, exceptional location

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gisela kleiner from Germany on 04/05/2009 said:

“ We really enjoyed our stay at this condo. It is extremely well equipped, is quiet, and has a beautiful view of the Ala Wai Marina. The location is perfect: the apartment is in walking distance to great swimming beaches and to all the attractions of Waikiki. Thank you! ”

 

picture perfect condo

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aileena from anchorage, ak on 04/05/2009 said:

“ condo was far better than the pictures displayed @ aloha condos.com! i am used to it being the other way around.. since discovering your website two years ago, i have not been close to finding a better deal. i will never go to a hotel again!! beautiful ocean view and a great pool!! very very clean!! thank you so much for a great stay.. ”

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Too much , to little

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jjellison from Niceville, Fl on 04/03/2009 said:

“ We were told there was a pool.......Not! There was too much kitchen for us. All we needed was a coffee pot, microwave, and fridge. The beach chairs were heavy as lead and as soon as we got to the Hale Koa beach we rented chaise lounges, umbrella, ice bucket with water. And still had to lug the heavy chairs back to the car. The manager told us there had not been a pool access for two years. I believe part of what we paid was for access to a pool. Cooking smells permeated the hall. The bed was one of the most comfortable we've ever slept in. The other furniture was some of the most uncomfortable we've ever tried to relax on. No, we would not stay in 1182 again or recommend it to anyone. It was overpriced for what we had. ”

Manager response:

“ Dear Mr and Mrs Jellison,

We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay. Please know that we've recently upgraded our condo with a beautiful new sleeper sofa, which has a very comfortable (and extra thick) queen size mattress.

We've also upgraded our kitchen supplies, and installed a living room stereo with iPod capability. New lightweight beach chairs will arrive within a week, to replace the older, heavier chairs.

Thanks very much again for your comments - We really want to make your stay as enjoyable as possible!

Ray and Elaine (owners 1182 Ilikai Marina) ”

 

Nice Condo near the Hilton Lagoon

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George W. Childs from Pittsburgh, PA on 04/02/2009 said:

“ This was just the right size condo for our 2 parent 2 kid family. The location was great, with a terrific view of the marina and all the nearby watersports. Easy access to transportation and we also rented a car for longer day trips. Parking is very convenient. The restaurant in the downstairs was a little noisy for light sleepers on Friday night before we left on Saturday. The kitchen is well-stocked and laundry was easily accessible throughout the week. ”

 

Great Location and Comfort

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Brian and Lyndall, Australia from NSW, Australia on 04/01/2009 said:

“ We found the Illikai Marina Appartment suited our vacation needs very well. It was convenient to the Major Shopping Centre, close to Waikiki Beach activities, and promenade and tour pickups were right outside. The unit, while compact, was well equipped and comfortable, with great views and convenient wireless internet access. We would reccommend it for small families on a budget and first time visitors to Oahu in particular. Brian & Lyndall, Australia ”

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Great Location Condo

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First time in Oahu from Walnut Creek, CA on 02/10/2010 said:

“ This tiny condo was perfect for us because we only sleep there, and enjoy walking to restaurants, beaches and parks. Too bad parking there is so expensive ($ 17.00 a day??) The kitchen could use a sharp knife or two for those of us who like to cook. Looked like they decided not to provide them because sommebody obviously used the formica counter as a cutting board. Beach towls and umbrella were a plus. Bathrooom remodel,impressive. Very quiet neighbors.Management needs to implement its well posted NO SMOKING policy to thr hired painters who worked all week when we were there and stunk up the parking garage which affected the hallways. ”

 

HAPPY!!!

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akooo from Tokyo, JAPAN on 02/03/2010 said:

“ It is a great location and view. It is walked from there by Ala Moana beach and Ala Moana Center. It is good condo of the comfort that can be relaxed very much.?And very reasonable. We were able to enjoy Hawaii stay. ”

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Great location

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kaps from seattle, wa on 01/15/2010 said:

“ Great location right on Waikiki! a quick walk to the beach and a fantastic view of the marina make this a great condo. we had a family of 4 and we all enjoyed the easy walk to beach along with all the amenities that waikiki offers. Service was great though we did not need much help as the condo had all the basics that one would want. ”

 

Great Location but noisy

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Elvis Fan from Edmonton, Ab. Canada on 12/17/2009 said:

“ The location was great, the condo was adequate.They definitely need a new sofabed, it was very old and uncomfortable. The main problem we had was the street noise,coming from the bar below and the garbage trucks very early in the mornings. The building is quite old and could use some updating.Seeing cockroaches when we came out of the stairwell on the main floor was rather gross, considering that is where the restaurants are located. We would likely stay there again, perhaps on a higher floor. ”

Manager response:

“ The Ilikai Marina is in fact a quiet location. There is only a single lane access road separating the building from the beautiful Marina. The garbage truck comes and goes in the morning. If one is super-sensitive to sound the easiest way to avoid the truck noise is to shut the lanai door in the living room for that period of time. The bedroom is completely quiet if you shut the sliding door separating it from the living room. As the building is concrete construction there is no noise transfer between the units.

For sleeping the sofa bed is not as comfortable as the King size Simmons Beautyrest bed in the bedroom. However as sofa beds go it is extremely comfortable as a day time sofa. Extra foam has been added to make it more comfortable for a good night's rest.

The Ilikai Marina is always kept to a high standard of cleanliness. The ground floor has attractive landscaping, and is completely open to the outside, which is one of its charms. The building is treated for insects on a regular basis. ”

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great condo !

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evelyn from Shakopee MN on 12/07/2009 said:

“ we are traveling with a baby and condo is great choice for us because we can cook or heat some simply food for baby and us. The condo has great view, we love to see the sun in the morning and sun set in the afternoon. we love this condo! ”

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Beautiful view, beautiful room.

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amorf from Tacoma, Washington on 12/03/2009 said:

“ We were very impressed with the quality of the accomadations and the location of the condo. We visit Honolulu for an annual business conference and we will definitley try to reserve the condo again for next year. ”

 

Wonderful

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Vlad from Southern California on 10/09/2009 said:

“ Gillian and I have stayed in our condo for little over two weeks. It was our first chance to fully enjoy the condo after we bought it in May 2009 and completely renovated it. The weather was great and every morning we went to the beach in front of the Hilton for a long swim. This beach is probably the best swimming beach in Waikiki. We managed to view three sets of Friday fireworks from our lanai. Our condo experience fullfilled our dreams and expectations. ”

 

Good location

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Bob T from Tucson, AZ on 07/16/2009 said:

“ Good location & good price (at least in 2007 - don't know what it is now ”

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happy camper

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Karla from Lions Bay B.C,Canada on 04/19/2009 said:

“ We found everything to be just as advertised. This was our second time staying at this condo, and it met our needs perfectly.We were within walking distance to everything, or we could hop a bus.We had a wonderful view of the ocean and Marina. The bed was so comfortable, just like home. We liked being able to get our own meal if we so wished. The kitchen was well stocked with everyhing we could every need. It truly felt like a home away from home, and help was only a phone call away if we needed anything. ”

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great location and view

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frozen in alaska from eagleriver, Alaska on 04/13/2009 said:

“ Location is great. Can walk to events, fireworks, beach rentals, and boat harbor. Good restuarants and stores nearby. Secured parking garage is very convienent.Worked great for us and a seven year old. well equiped condo. ”

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bugs in the kitchen

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canadian from Vancouver, B.C. on 04/01/2009 said:

“ At first sight the suite looked great, comfortable and clean. Then we found some small bugs racing around the kitchen counter the next day. A couple of days later we saw a cockroach on the kitchen wall. We told the manager of the building and she gave us some bug traps which did nothing to get rid of them. We decided we would just avoid the kitchen and not let these critters spoil our vacation. After we came home we sent photos which we had taken of those bugs to the person/company that we had corresponded with to secure the rental suite. No real apologies came back. My advise to to find out if they did anything to the bug problem since November of 2007. ”

Manager response:

“ The condo is now under new ownership and management.

In the summer of 2009, the condo was completely renovated with all new furniture, new flooring, a new kitchen and a new bathroom.

There has not been any evidence or reports of bugs this year (2009).

Jim Dornfeld, President, Aloha Condos ”

 

Awsome location!!!

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martimi from Las Vegas, Nevada on 04/01/2009 said:

“ We've stayed in this unit for a week and had a great time. The location is perfect, the view is beautiful. Parking is not a problem, we always found a spot in the free area nearby but if you don't, you can park in the attached garage for a fee. Waikiki beach area is walking distance, shops are walking distance. This is just a great little place to stay if you do not want to stay in a hotel or you want to save a little money. The unit is a bit outdated but clean, comfy and nothing was broken. You will find everything in the kitchen what you need for cooking. Bring beach towels though since those in the unit are small and not the best quality for water absorbtion. We highly recommend this unit to stay in, and we will deffinately return one day!!! ”

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Winter Vacation

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bnrimal from Eugene, OR on 02/25/2010 said:

“ After a great deal of online search, I came across this condo for a weeks vacation with a family of four. Exceeded all our expections, well located, great views, right on the ocean and well furnished. ”

 

GREAT place to Stay

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Davenjude from Vancouver Canada on 02/10/2010 said:

“ We loved the condo. We have been visiting honolulu now for 25 years and this is by far the nicest condo we have stayed in. VERY clean,well appointed,very well equiped and the most reasonable condo we have ever found. Close to all amenities and still very very quite, and the view is spetacular. Sadly my father passed away and we had to cut our hoilday short by 3 weeks, but we will definitely try to rent this unit (1188) again next year and every year there after that we stay in honolulu. Thanks Gary and Mary for a wonderfull stay we will be back! ”

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Great place

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Ulrike from Switzerland on 12/17/2009 said:

“ We were staying 3 weeks in this beautiful condo. The online booking worked perfect and before we arrived we got a lot of information from the owner. All our questions were answered promptly and they were very concerned that all of our needs were met. The condo is very nice, has a very well equipped kitchen and great views to the marina, the ocean and beautiful sunsets! The building is well situated, near to buses, shopping areas and to the beach. We had a great time and will recommend this condo to others too. ”

 

This condo was one of the best decisions we made in our plans fo

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Don & Kathie from Sylvania, OH on 12/03/2009 said:

“ The condo was exactly as described and pictured. It was immaculate, comfortably furnished and had a fantastic view of the marina and Honolulu's beautiful sunsets. The kitchen was the best equipped condo of any we have stayed in from Paris to Amsterdam and the building was very quiet. The attached parking garage (while a bit pricey at $17 per day) was very convenient and secure with unlimited in and out privileges. The owners were extremely easy to work with and very concerned that all of our needs were met. Any questions we had were answered promptly. We had a local contact along with the owners' email and phone numbers in case of any problems - of which there were none. Our only initial concern was locating the actual entrance to the building. Our GPS couldn't determine that while the street address is Ala Moana Blvd. the building and parking garage are accessed via Hobron Ln. between The Red Lobster and Charter House restaurants. Having laundry facilities on the 8th floor near the elevators was convenient. Just remember to bring plenty of quarters and your own soap & fabric softener since there are no change machines or product dispensers. The only other comment concerns the carpeting in the hallways - it is in need of a deep cleaning and some TLC. This, however, is an issue for the complex not this specific unit. We had a great stay and have already told many friends that we would highly recommend this unit as the perfect place to stay while enjoying Honolulu, Waikiki and the island of Oahu. ”

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Would recommend to friends and family

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RickandTeal from Portland, OR on 11/12/2009 said:

“ We loved the condo, it has an awesome view with all the necessary amenities. Gary and Mary were wonderful to work with and made sure we knew what to expect. The location is great and away from noisy hotels but close enough to walk to the beach, all the great restaurants and night clubs. We liked the convenience of a kitchen and plenty of room to relax and you can't beat the view offered at the marina. ”

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Biggest bang for your buck!!

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The girls from HB from Huntington Beach, CA on 10/15/2009 said:

“ The condo was absolutely amazing with it's superb location, direct unobstructed ocean views and the best rental price offered! ”

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What a Beautiful View!

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Burke Family from Campbell on 09/01/2009 said:

“ Our visit to Hawaii was great and the Condo was fantastic! We arrived in the afternoon and the view from the living room was beautiful! The Marina and the ocean were gorgious. I really liked how light and airy the condo was with it's white carpet and walls and white kitchen. I had stayed at the Ilikai Marina last year in a condo that was very dark and I love that this condo is so light and comfortable. The owners were very quick to respond to each of my inquiries and very professional and they had the best Aloha spirit! Thanks so much! ”

 

The View

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The Dane from Denmark on 07/28/2009 said:

“ A very good Condo with a perfect view and close to the Beach. ”

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Great Location

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Roy & Angie from Central Coast, Australia on 06/27/2009 said:

“ Enjoyed our stay at the condo. It had fantastic views and was very well presented. Enjoyed watching the Friday night fireworks from the balcony. Will surely stay here again on our next visit. ”

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Great Ocean View!

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Frances Z from Los Angeles, CA on 05/23/2009 said:

“ We stayed in this beautiful condo for 4 nights and the ocean view is breathtaking! The place is clean,kitchen very well equipped,owner and his local agent are very helpful. We did have a problem with the old sofa sleeper as its mattress is super thin and sleep on it is impossible so we decided to sleep on the floor, hopefully the owner will get a better sofabed(or an air mattress)soon, but other than that, everything else is just perfect. I'm telling all my friends about this place, some of them already expressed interest and are waiting for more detailed info, do I get a referral discount next time when I come back? ^_^ ”

Manager response:

“ We have an air mattress in the condo for guests to use now. Thank you for the great suggestion! ”

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Great Value!

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Marcel Chiang from California on 04/26/2009 said:

“ We have stayed in Ilikai Marina unit#1188 for a week,It was a fantastic trip. The ocean and marina&lagoon view are gorgeous. Also with it is convenient location(10 mins walk to world famous Ala Moana shopping mall), and a few mins walk to the beach, and Ala Moana Park that is really make you feel like you are on vacation. Most of all, this unit is fully furnished,and completely remodeled that give you a warm feeling, seems like to stay in your own cozy home.I definitely will come back again and highly recommended to everyone to book this unit, especially the price is more than a decent price ”

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Serene with beautiful views!

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Oksana from San Francisco, CA on 04/24/2009 said:

“ My family truly enjoyed staying at the condo. Everything was very well organized from directions to the condo and, to recommended restaurants. We felt at home! ”

 

Perfect! I love this place:)

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beerlover from CA on 04/23/2009 said:

“ Beautiful sunset, close to beach and shopping center. It is quiet too. I love this place. This is my first choice to stay in Oahu. Cheers! ”

 

TOP HOLIDAY

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FRANK & DIANE from BRISBANE AUSTRALIA on 04/23/2009 said:

“ My husband & I spent 7 nights at this property and found it a thoroughly enjoyable experience & would have no hesitation in recommending it to any looking to stay for a vacation. The property is well maintained and very clean. ”

 

Great location and sunset over harbor

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Carol from Santa Rosa CA on 04/23/2009 said:

“ We really enjoyed staying here--it has all the amenities we needed and a great location for both our sales and for R&R. Right downstairs is the Chart House and they have great deals at Happy Hour for appetizers and drinks! The view at sunset over the marina is just gorgeous and comes up as a screensaver on my computer quite often. Bed was quite comfy an dit was nice to be able to have breakfast on our own. We will stay here again if we can. ”

 

Disappointing.

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gypsygirl from New Zealand on 04/22/2009 said:

“ I have been reading the reviews since we stayed in this apartment and I can only assume something was done about the filthy carpet! I just felt sick when I saw it. Cannot imagine who would be able to spill so much on a cream carpet - it was hideous. As for the towels, my dog had better, really worn and a grey colour. Have never stayed in a holiday home that was so disappointing. I got in touch with the owner who just fobbed me off! Chuck the manager was great with the booking payment etc so no worries there. I do agree it is in a great place, so close to shopping and a lovely little lagoon to swim in if you don't want to walk to far when it is hot. Also there was no electric kettle at the time and we had to boil up a pot of water for tea, microwave water just does not cut it. Perhaps another apartment would be better for future holidays for us as I would not trust the pictures on the Aloha Condo site. ”

Manager response:

“ Thank you for your review and we appreciate the feedback.

Our guests do sometimes stain the carpet and after several unsuccessful attempts to remove the stains by steam cleaning, we decided to replace the carpet with a simulated wood floor – it’s more attractive, and easier to keep clean. This was completed in November of 2008.

Although we have had no other complaints about the towels, our towels were replaced early this year (2009) when we brought in a new local contact and cleaning crew.

Both we (the owners), and our local staff make guest satisfaction a high priority. Guests are provided with contact information and we do respond to all our guest’s concerns. The recent positive responses from our other guests confirm that we are achieving this priority.

With Aloha,
Gary & Mary Appel, Owners, Ilikai Marina Condo 1188 ”

 

Absolutely phenomenal, incredible views and great location

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sannick1343 from Ohio on 04/17/2009 said:

“ We spent our honeymoon here, I can't think of a single thing that I would do differently or have to recommend, it was perfect! ”

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We had a great time !

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Michi from tokyo, Japan on 04/16/2009 said:

“ We had spent a pleasant time at the Ilikai Marina Condo. This was the second time that we stayed here, for we loved this Condo very much. In front of the beautiful Marina, and next to the wonderful beach, we saw the sun-set everyday ! We spent the healthy time, for a walk and swimming. We enjoyed to relax on our vacation! Aloha, till next year and Mahalo, again!! ”

 

fantastic view

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charli from Adelaide, Australia on 04/03/2009 said:

“ It's a beautiful apartment with a gorgeous view. I found everything within the apartment, such as kitchen equipment, very adequate. Ala Moana Shopping Centre is close by, which made self-catering easy, and there's a little supermarket just on the corner if you don't fancy a walk. Waikiki is also handy in the opposite direction but if you'd rather avoid it, you can. The apartment is also within range of a pay as you go wireless network, which was useful for me. I wish I could have stayed longer, and would happily go back again. Loved the constant view of the sky and ocean, and the marina below. The only draw back was the high cleaning fee. However, it meant that the apartment was in very good condition. ”

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“ The condo now has free Wi-Fi (wireless) internet. ”

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Great vacation

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pam black from Davenport, Iowa on 04/03/2009 said:

“ I sent my Son and His family there for Spring break. I lived across the street at the Tradewinds and knew people in the condos that is how I knew to contact Aloha My family is raving about their vacation. The condo was perfect except the coffee maker which did not work. I have reported this but no response from the owner or rental agency. The pullout sleeper was not comfortable but they took turns so no one had to sleep on it every night and all survived The condo is close to everything and a gorgeous view. No complaints that I know of and will rent again We will rent again ”

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“ The coffee maker has been replaced. ”

 

Close In Fantastic Views

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Mike from Seattle, WA on 03/10/2010 said:

“ Plus Side--Four restaurants an elevator ride away. Walk to everything. Great views. Great kitchen. Comfortable bed. Clean and fresh. Minus Side--Uncomfortable living room furniture. Flimsy cookware and cutting knives. Air conditioning that took forever to cool the room down. PS--Plus side far outweighs minus side. We would come back in a heartbeat. ”

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Cute condo -- great view!

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Jessie and Deborah from Virginia USA on 03/05/2010 said:

“ This condo was a breath of fresh air when you stepped inside, both literally and figuratively! What a wonderful view! With the lanai door and window open there was always a great breeze, and we didn't need the A/C. The condo is both well maintained and well appointed. A very nice kitchen and bath, beautiful cabinetry, very nice refrigerator, good furnishings and carpet (except the bedspread and dust ruffle which is badly fading from the sun)...it has a very comfy bed and pillows, good linens and towels. This is a very convenient condo, with easy to access parking (albeit expensive at $17/day and no monthly rate available as described). It's close to Ala Moana Mall, lots of different types of restaurants, shopping, beaches, parks, The Bus Stop, etc. From the living room and lanai of this corner condo you have a great view for the Friday night fireworks. We would definitely recommend this condo, and would stay here again! It's small... but perfect for a couple or a single person.. maybe even with a small child. The inside of the condo looks exactly like the online photos and description. ”

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It is like home away from home.

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Panda Louie from Sacramento, CA on 01/27/2010 said:

“ The best things I liked and enjoyed during my stayed was the view from the lanai and the left hand wall window. The beautiful sunset. I also like the furnitures, (the couch, the arm chair and the ottoman and the dining table set. The style, color and decor of these furnitures brings out the Island feeling. The location is excellent for people like me that don't drive. ABC stores was very convient, McDonald's is good for fast lunch and Red Lobster was great for dinner. The unit is alittle bit small, to me for myself would be perfect. For two (2) it's a little crowded. And That's the MAX.. What I was dissappointed when I noticed some dirty spots on the rugs as I enter the living area and I also noticed some discolored or rusted flaps, which that I thought it was dirty dust on the Air conditioner's vent. The TV was not working and I had no BIG TV to see for two nights. And finally NO table outside the lanai to put my drinks to enjoyed the ocean air. All and all I enjoyed my stayed and do recommend vacationers to stay at the unit I stayed #1480 instead of a Hotel, especially the conviences with the kitchen, where you can enjoy your delicious breakfast without changing your jammies. ”

 

What a view!

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Teamhj from Northern California on 01/13/2010 said:

“ We absolutely loved Ilikai Marina Condo 1480. The view is amazing, and makes the one bedroom/studio-ish type condo seem larger. The furnishings and "stuff" are great - very complete. Because it is located a ways down from Waikiki and faces the ocean, not Ala Moana Blvd., there is very tolerable street noise when the windows are open. The ocean sounds cover up 99% of the ambient sound. Some issues with bathroom wall electrical outlets - had trouble using my own hairdryer, and the condo hairdryer worked most of the time. Otherwise fabulous. We would definitely stay there again! ”

 

Exceeded our expectations.

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NA from Minnesota on 10/29/2009 said:

“ The ease of renting the condo and arrival information was straightforward. We encountered no problems. We preferred their location as it wasn't as busy as the center of Waikiki but was convenient to everything. The view was the best and we have no negative comments about our stay there. We would have no second thoughts about staying their again. ”

 

A MILLION DOLLAR VIEW!

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Jim and Mary W. from Grass Valley, CA on 10/06/2009 said:

“ Ilikai Marina Condo 1480 was our first experience renting a vacation condo, sight unseen, using an Internet site. It was also our first visit to Honolulu. We hit the jackpot! Originally we tried to book Ilikai Marina Condo 1294 but it was not available for the dates we needed. My wife contacted Chuck Buser, the manager for the condo, and he suggested we take a look at Condo 1480 which was an end unit with a corner view and similar to 1294. We booked 1480 but we had no idea what a great favor Chuck had done for us. The information and pictures on the website were accurate and Chuck answered all of our questions and provided other helpful and useful information. The booking process was very easy and the follow-up from Chuck was great and his instructions/ directions were clear and easy to follow. The check-in process was easy and simple - open the lock box and open the door. The view from the condo is fantastic - A MILLION DOLLAR VIEW. The condo suited our needs perfectly and we found many little unexpected extras in the well equipped and appointed condo. It is also in a great location. We didn't realize until we got there how centrally located the condo was to most everything - within walking distance to beaches, parks, restaurants, shopping and even central Waikiki beach. On the street level of the condo building, there are four (4) restaurants, Outback Steakhouse, The Chart House, Red Lobster and the Harbor Pub & Pizza. Across the street was a McDonald's and a ABC Store for basic groceries and sundry items. We saved a lot of money making use of the well equipped kitchen and we had a priceless view for every meal that many restaurants do not have. We were told about the parking cost ($17/day) since we had a rental car but we were always able to find a spot close to the elevators and with our parking pass, coming and going was very easy and convenient. There is even a security guard on site. We had a wonderful time and thoroughly enjoyed our condo. We highly recommend Ilikai Marina Condo 1480, Aloha Condos and Chuck Buser. Mahalo ”

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Awesome Condo

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Msrcc55 from Newbury Park, CA on 08/23/2009 said:

“ Condo 1480 at the Ilikai Marina complex was fantastic! The views were priceless and the amenities were wonderful. Everything was close by to make our stay comfortable. The ABC store was across the street for groceries as well as a MacDonald's The Charthouse on the first floor was an unexpected surprise and their bar and "puu puus" specials nightly were super reasonable and a great way of eating out without breaking the bank. It was a five minute walk to the beach and the beautiful lagoon is great for kids. On the other side is Ala Moana beach park and there was a fair going on when we arrived. The Ala Moana shopping mall is probably more convenient getting there by bus or car, it is 3 very long blocks away. We will definetly return for a longer stay! ”

 

Outstanding!

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Gary from Oklahoma City on 08/10/2009 said:

“ It is always hard to find a place to stay that is as good as the place you are visiting, but the Ilikai Marina Condo 1480 really matched up. It was a wonderful place to to call home while enjoying the amazing island of Oahu. It was clean, comfortable, and the view really does make you feel like you are someone important. The beach tote was a really nice unexpected gift and was used throughout our entire travels amongst the islands. It was these types of details that will make me remember how great my trip was. I will definatly tell anyone going to Oahu to check out this condo first. Mahalo! ”

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Pleasant Stays

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TonyAF from C-Springs on 08/06/2009 said:

“ The Condo was perfect for a small family. Parents get a little privacy and kids can sleep on the couch/floor. You overlook Alawai harbor and there is very little street noise. Parking was relatively cheap and the garage connects to the condos. Great place--great vacation! ”

 

Great spot

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Sue from Australia on 06/30/2009 said:

“ We loved this condo, it suited our needs perfectly. It was clean and well equipped. The view was fantastic. It was an easy walk down to a quiet beach which was perfect for our 2 young children. Also close to the fireworks on Friday night which the kids loved. Chuck at Aloha Condos was lovely to deal with. We were relieved and very pleased that the information and pictures on the internet were accurate. I would book with Aloha Condos again and also recommend them to others. ”

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Glorious Views and Great Place to Stay

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Gary and Debra from Woodinville, WA on 05/21/2009 said:

“ We have enjoyed three memorable stays in 1480. It has a stunning view out over the water and is very comfortable and beautifully furnished. The location is great. This condo is close to Ala Moana Park and Ala Moana Shopping Center and is a doable walk to the hub of activity in Central Waikiki. ”

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Fantastic Space; Beautiful view

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Scott & Holly from Archdale, North Carolina on 04/19/2009 said:

“ The space was beautifully decorated and warm, very inviting. The view was incredible and worth the rental alone. Great shower with good water pressure. We will ask for it again on our next visit. ”

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Perfect Condo

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rpatch000 from Chardon, Ohio on 04/04/2009 said:

“ The condo has a great view of the ocean, very nicely equipped for creating your own meals, very clean and the property is very safe. Just like being at home, only in Hawaii. Very good rate also when we stayed there. ”

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Exceeded Our Expectations

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DanaJ from Birmingham, AL on 04/02/2009 said:

“ This was our first visit to Hawaii and we wanted to make it a memorable vacation by staying in a very nice condo. The photos on the internet looked fantastic...when we opened the door to the condo, it was as exactly as it was pictured. Our expectations were exceeded by the little items that were available to us...ice chest, beach umbrella, golf clubs, Hawaii books, etc. Close proximity to the beach with phenomenal sunsets...we will be going back! ”

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sublime Hawaii

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jloan from Orinda,Ca. on 04/02/2009 said:

“ ll in all, a great value compared to the high priced hotels in the area. ”

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Well worth the price

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Oregonian from Portland, OR on 04/02/2009 said:

“ Clean room, well equipped kitchen. Good view. Convenient location. Price is not too high. Good for a family of 3 or 4. ”

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Home away from home in Hawaii paradise

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Pete & Mamiko from Tokyo, Japan on 04/01/2009 said:

“ This was our 3rd visit to Honolulu having previously stayed at the Hilton Resorts. We wanted a place more spacious and with a kitchen. Ilikai Marina was perfect. It has the best view of the ocean and the marina. It was cleaned, well equiped and tastefully furnished. The location was perfect as well within a few minutes walk to various beaches, parks, shops, restaurants and tourist attractions and yet quiet and peaceful at night. Our one suggestion for the owner would be to include parking. Our only complain was we could not stay forever. ”

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HONOLULU"S LITTLE GEM

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aussie from GOLD COAST,QLD.AUSTRALIA on 04/01/2009 said:

“ After 17 years of travelling annually to Hawaii we finally found a condo that lived up to everything it advertised.This condo was beautifully presented both in cleanliness and furnishings.The big disappointment wsas the pool at The Ilikai was not useable. We would absolutely recommend this to anybody comtimplating a short vacation in Honolulu. Aloha ”

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great view, convenient location

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cycheng from california on 04/02/2009 said:

“ this is our first time in waikiki beach and the condo is in a great location, close to the beach and shopping. the place is modern, clean and comfortable, it has everything we needed and the view of the ocean and the marina is great. we did have a few issues with the place, first the air condition was shut off due to the building is fixing the central air the whole week so it was hot for our entire stay (the owner should have told us before we go, it was a big surprise when we got there), it was so hot that we have hard time to sleep even with the fan on. also the sofa bed was very uncomfortable, one corner was sliding downward so we can't use it, my daughter just put the cusions on the floor to sleep. lastly, the street noise was very loud, maybe it's because we had to open the windows since the air condition was not working, but never the less, the unit is close to main traffic so we can always hear something. Overall, the place is nice, if the air conditioning was working, then our experience would be much nicer. ”

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