Anson D.
August 2024
Close to everything you need
Lorena
August 2024
The property is very accessible to all locations. Our family enjoyed the place, we felt right at home.
Ian M.
July 2024
The property was great; had everything we needed and then some. Location was great and convenient. The parking access was extremely helpful. Will definitely stay here again!
Aung N.
July 2024
Very close to great beaches in Wakiki. (better beaches than Hilton villages etc IMHO). Beach view from the room (especially from bedroom). There is obstructed view from Lanai. Many amenities such as beach chair, beach mats, beach towels, boogie boards, umbrella, tents and even strollers and coolers.
Marcella A.
July 2024
Location was easy to get in and out of. Amenities on property were nice. The kitchen was light on dishes.
Brady C.
June 2024
The host was super friendly and very easy to communicate and to work with. The place was very clean when we got here. The property was also down the street from Waikiki Beach and the strip so it was very easy to get around. Overall the experience was a 10/10! Definitely will be booking again with Monica!
Allison P.
June 2024
This condo was the perfect fit for our family of 4. The condo was exactly as pictured & was the perfect mix of location to Waikiki, amenities of a kitchen so we didn’t need to eat out for every meal and included a parking pass. We quickly realized that parking is a huge commodity everywhere you go on the island and so having a free spot to pull into at the end of a day after seeing the sights was a huge perk. We greatly enjoyed how quick Monique was to respond throughout our stay. The condo included some personal touches such a Hawaiian coffee, sunblock block, shampoo/conditione/body wash and then had enough amenities such as toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap etc for our 8 day stay. We weren’t originally planning to boogie board in the ocean but since the boards were provided, we decided to give it a try and found out how much fun it was. Ended up using the boards, beach chairs, beach towels, beach mat throughout our stay, which made our beach days perfect.The Waikiki Banyon felt safe and clean, especially compared to other places we walked through during our visit. We did not use the pool because we came to Hawaii to discover all the amazing beaches. We loved sitting out on the patio deck for our morning coffee and having the partial view of the ocean. Beds were very comfortable, air conditioning and ceiling fans kept the condo at a perfect temp, condo size gave our family of 4 enough space to store our luggage and amnesties during our stay. Very pleased, thank you!
Rowena Maray
May 2024
I liked that it was very close to Waikiki beach! Quiet and safe place.
Peggy E.
May 2024
We had a great time we were arriving a few hours before check in and she was very accommodating to let us check in early. The room was exactly as listed. The bed was very comfortable lots of pillows, well stocked kitchen, plenty of towels and beach gear. The ceiling fans were great at night so we didn't have to run the AC all the time. The location was great we didn't have to rent a car as we had planned to do. We would definitely stay again. The only draw backs were out of the owners control. It's an older building and one of the elevators was out of order so it could take awhile to get in and out. The pool area had construction on going that was very loud it sounded like they were drilling right above us but it was 3 floors down. It rained very hard a couple days so we stayed in but there was no sleeping in because the work started early the only relief was on the weekend. We really did have a good time minus the noise.
Apar B.
May 2024
We really enjoyed our 9 days or so in Monique's condo. The building is a couple of blocks from the beach. Everything is close by. The condo was accurate to the listing. Clean and had the supplies needed to get going. Parking was included too. Would highly recommend.
Maria R.
April 2024
We enjoyed are stay. Good location and fair price. Thank You. Tirso and Maria
Stan W.
April 2024
Host was helpful and accommodating. Clean unit and very comfortable stay
Ward T.
April 2024
The apartment was clean and well furnished. Nice view from the balcony. Easy walk to the beach. The only negative was the sliding door that should separate the bed from the living area wasn’t operational, and this is something we wanted.
Heidi W.
April 2024
Great location with being close to lots of things to do. Cleanliness of bathroom could be updated, but it was overall a great space to stay.
Paul C.
March 2024
Loved every second and place exactly as described.
Peter D.
February 2024
All was well, except when we communicated that the kitchen faucet was dispensing only a dribble of hot water. The owner's response was to thank us for bringing the matter to her attention. We expected the problem would have been fixed immediately. We spent several days having to transfer hot water from the bathroom to the kitchen in order to wash pots and pans. We didn't complain about the sliding doors to the bedroom being inoperable...the fact that the bedroom doors couldn't be closed was nevertheless a very annoying condition.
Ashley S.
February 2024
We were very happy with this place. The location was close to everything, walking distance. We loved that the parking was included. It was easy to find, and the directions in the listing were very accurate. The condo was great! It looked exactly like the photos and everything worked perfectly. Thank you for a great stay!
James C.
February 2024
We couldn't ask for more. Easy access to beautiful Waikiki Beaches. A secure parking garage. Endless Restaurant Choices. As soon we walked in, this Family of Three felt right at home.
Jim E.
January 2024
Good location near beach, zoo, and aquarium.
Owner was very responsive to any questions/issues we had.
Karen B.
January 2024
Fantastic location only a block from the beach, close to shops and restaurants, easy access to highways. Unit has an ocean view from the lanai/terrace. Includes covered parking, which is great for this district. Elevators are difficult to acquire on checkin or checkout days. Unit is amply supplied with paper products, towels, and kitchen needs. Would stay here again in the future.
MIKE E.
November 2023
The property is in an Excellent location, only 2 short blocks to the beach & main shopping.
Communication with Monique was easy & all enquiries promptly answered. The unit had plenty of amenities, beach chairs, towells, etc.
Apart from the unit being slightly dated, everything was extremely clean, with a very comfortable bed.
Robert D.
November 2023
Great location. Walking distance from many food, shopping and beach options.
The included parking is really nice, but you could buy your own week-long pass for $150.
The 4th floor has a pool, hot tubs, gas grills and lots of lounging area. Convenient.
Laundry facilities on every floor.
The elevators are a little slow, but this building has 37 floors, so there is bound to be some waiting.
The owner of this unit does not live locally, so there may be some disconnect in communication.
I may come here again.
Michelle M.
October 2023
The unit was lovely, clean, convenient, but saying it had an ocean view was a stretch.
After check-in, the handyman came to replace the garbage disposal, which was not an inconvenience at all, and he gave us a few tips, but wished he cleaned up better.
I have rented in the Waikiki Banyon several times, so I was expecting a few things like other units I've stated at.
I was disappointed in the amount of 2 drinking glasses, and only 2 coffee mugs were provided. We had to go buy more mugs and filters. Having 1 roll of paper towel and no dish towels was a bit frustrating. There was only one ice tray, so we had to buy ice. Since VRBO are homes away from homes, a nice broom and dustpan would have been appreciated to sweep up the sand. I don't mind cleaning up after ourselves.
A safety issue was the air conditioner outside the slider door, water leaked from the air conditioner and spread along the slider door, along the lanai, which made going in and out very slippery. Maybe install a water catchment.
Other than those few things, we enjoyed out stay. Condo is beautiful, clean, bed and pillows were very comfortable, furniture was well kept. The beach chairs and a nice sized cooler, came in handy, and so did the ironing board.
Much Mahalo!
Bunnie L.
October 2023
Very clean, fully loaded with everythi g you would need on a vacation. Comfortable furnitureand bed. We felt a sense of comfort and welcoming. I would definitely use this service again.
Doug T.
October 2023
Great value and location. Clean and lots of amenities. Manager Monique was quick to welcome and respond. Free parking was nice to have and plenty of parking. It was better than I expected since i had bad rentals in the past. Took a chance here and it paid off. I would come back.
Jessica S.
October 2023
Unit was as advertised, very clean, great views, amazing location. Loved how close we were to so much, the beach, restaurants, shopping...The unit was nicely updated, and the building itself was great, we utilized the pool & playground while we were there. Parking spot was a huge bonus. Having beach amenities available was a plus as well! Would absolutely stay again!
Melodee v.
September 2023
Great location walking distance to beach, grocery, mall and great restaurants.
kelly p.
September 2023
Everything in room was as expected except the drapes in the living room would not close. It looked like it may have been off the track. For the most part it wasn’t a huge deal because we were up and about early. Otherwise the location, room, and instructions was great. I would recommend and stay there again. Also a nice bonus to this VRBO is the parking space!
Richard S.
September 2023
All was as advertised. Convenient location, nice amenities and painless process. Highly recommend
Eric C.
July 2023
We were a family of four, constantly on the go, using this place for breakfast and reheating dinners when needed. Compared to other cities we've stayed in, the cleanliness and furnishings here were exceptional. The parking and entrance security were reliable. The beach, zoo, and mall were just a short walk away. While this place may be better suited for couples or families with teenagers rather than younger kids, we managed fine. It would have been helpful to have a few more dishes and perhaps a vacuum, although the broom sufficed as long as no complains about little trapped sand here or there. We weren't sure if the TV was working, but having internet access was the most important for us. We appreciate the great communication and the pleasant stay!
Ashley N.
June 2023
Great location to the main area of Waikiki without being too loud. Close walk to the beach as well. Lots of shopping and restaurant options. Monique is extremely responsive which I appreciated greatly.
Parking had several floors which was sometimes hard to find a spot in the evenings. Elevator wasn't too bad, but can be particularly slow even when 1 is down/being serviced. You could be waiting for an elevator for 5-10 minutes.
Alison G.
May 2023
This location was perfect, so close to the beach and walkable to many restaurants and shops. I appreciate the dark blackout curtains in the bedroom as well The beach chairs and sand toys were a hit with my toddler! Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
Jane H.
May 2023
The unit was as described. Great location, the unit was clean and functional. Bed was comfortable.
Matt K.
May 2023
Short walk to the beach and a strip with plenty of restaurants and shops.
Richard J.
April 2023
The condo we stayed at has a great location with free parking to boot. We could easily walk within a 1/4 mile to access the beach, restaurants, shops and markets. The parking itself was in an attached structure to the complex and had an entry guard there 24 hours a day. The unit itself felt nice and felt clean when we started the week, and we loved that it had a balcony where we could sit out there and enjoy the views and breeze.
The issues we had were that it could get a bit noisy even with the windows and balcony door closed. We could hear revellers in the middle of the night and police and fire department at least once a day; perhaps this is normal as it is Waikiki during Easter school break. The second issue was mid-way through our stay we started to notice insects appearing in the unit, which got steadily worse in the days remaining.
Overall though, I think this is a great place to stay and would likely consider staying there again.
Brenda G.
March 2023
It’s super short walking distance to beach and excitement - always had a spot to park car which is very limited in Waikiki. The condo was clean and I felt safe. Mattresses have been covered completely with plastic cover to prevent any bed bugs. The bed was comfortable and Monique was always available when needed for questions.
Judy J.
March 2023
Beautiful well stocked condo! New furniture ! Convenient to beach , restaurants and shopping! ! We are quite a few meals on the rec deck using the gas grills! Nice pool and hot tub! Free parking and wi-fi . Monique is great to work with!
March 2023
the property was very clean which I feel is very important, location was perfect and communication with host was excellent We had one small problem with entry door which was quickly resolved to our satisfaction. Overall very satisfied and would recommend this property
Therese P.
February 2023
Located close to the beach and shopping. Walking distance to the Zoo. On a main bus route so if you like to take public transportation to get around I would recommend. The busses will take you to Pearl Harbor as well as the airport. Bus Route 20 goes to the airport. Also, there were a few things not working in the unit such as the door to the bedroom but I am sure it can be easily fixed. I would stay there again.
Jenny W.
December 2022
The towels were thick and smelled fresh.
The beds and pillows were fluffy.
Full size fridge and freezer. Had every appliance and dish we could need.
Laundry was convenient! Bring your quarters (2.50 a wash/2.50 a dry). So worth not having to tote extra clothes.
Close to everything yet quiet.
Boys loved the pool.
Elevators worked well. Parking was convenient.
If this unit is available and you are looking GO FOR IT!!!
Trent L.
November 2022
The place was exactly as advertised. Is in a great location.
Perfect for our family of 4 to stay.
It included everything needed for a day at the beach. Chairs, cooler, umbrella.
Monique was extremely responsive. We were even able to check in a bit early with no additional costs.
John-Henry A.
November 2022
Great time! Gray location. Gracious host. Thank you so much!
Rizalina S.
November 2022
Overall great
GREG H.
November 2022
Great location - just a block from the beach and free parking.
The pictures describe the property and the air conditioning worked well. We would stay here again, perfect for our needs.
Veronica W.
November 2022
We really loved our unit at the Waikiki Banyon. The unit was exactly as shown in the photos. The kitchen was beautiful and the bed was very comfortable. Monique thought of everything and we absolutely loved our stay!
Prashant R.
November 2022
Absolutely incredible stay. Location is amazing and the unit is perfect for a stay in Hawaii. We travelled with our 3 month old and had a fantastic time in Oahu. Free parking!
Michelle V.
October 2022
We had a wonderful stay. Monique was such a great help. I would recommend this property to anyone wanting to stay right in Waikiki.
Elena T.
October 2022
We enjoyed our stay. The place was exactly as described. Check in process was as simple as it gets. We didn’t have much contact with Monique which is a plus bc we had no issues during our stay. We did reach out to her to let her know we arrived and departed and she quickly responded.
Pluses: elevators were fast, PARKING, short wak to beach, shopping, restaurants; lots of kitchen amenities, beach chairs and umbrella and more
Negatives: if I had to list one, I would say that I wish the bed was king size vs queen, but nevertheless it was very comfortable.
We would definitely consider staying here again! Thank you again, Monique, for the hospitality!
Sasha V.
September 2022
We had a great experience at Waikiki Banyan. Great location everything within walking distance. Highly recommend Monique as a host
Sky N.
September 2022
The process from arriving to leaving was literally quite seamless. Monique's instructions were spot on. There was absolutely no trouble with parking, keys, or entry.
There were 3 things I was looking for when booking a place somewhere on Oahu: free parking, full kitchen, and pull-out bed that was bigger than a twin. Monique's place had all 3 things I needed and to top it off, the balcony was an additional bonus!
On top of the 3 things that were required for me above, the place was equipped with towels, a cooler, and beach chairs! It was great to have access to all those things as first time travelers to Hawai'i.
The location was spot on. It's literally a less than 5 minute walk to Waikiki beach + strip. I'm rather glad the condo wasn't on the strip and gave us some sense of calmness from the chaos.
The only downside to our stay was that the door separating the bedroom to the main living area could not shut so we couldn't necessarily have quiet and privacy whilst in the condo from our friends.
To summarize, I would highly recommend booking here. I believe you definitely get your money's worth. Once I come back, I would definitely stay here again!
Thanks Monique!
Ed S.
September 2022
Monique was always quick to communicate and assist with our needs. Thank you, Monique!
Hector R.
July 2022
Monique was very responsive when we arrived and checked out of the property. We truly enjoyed her condo. Very spacious definitely will come back again. No issues with anything as was provided as described.
Paul C.
July 2022
Everything from check in to check out was great. Monique provided clear instructions for the check in process, and the unit was ready when we arrived. We truly enjoyed our stay and hated to leave, but when it was time to go, we again had clear communication and timely responses on what was needed to be done before we checked out.
Miho H.
July 2022
The manager was easy to reach and always replied quickly. The unit is spacious but floors were dirty so we were constantly having to wipe or wash our feet. There were dirty dishes in the cabinet and a dirty spatula with food particles in the drawer.
Other than that, it was fine. But this location, while convenient, is loud with partiers (waikiki banyan has always been a party hotel for 20 plus years) so just be warned about that. It has nothing to do with the owners of the unit.
Elevators are very slow and can take up to 10 to 15 min in the mornings because the housekeeping team for the hotel uses the same elevators as guests (freight is next to public but all mixed use).
Andrea C.
June 2022
It was all I had hoped for and more.
Lea M.
May 2022
The location is perfect. Free parking and Waikiki beach with shops and restaurants in foot distance. The appartment is well equipped and the size of the appartment is pretty good with a separate sleeping room. Only negative point is, that it is really warm and loud in the sleeping room. Also with closed window.
BUT wuld definitely recommend this appartment.
Suzanne C.
May 2022
We had a great stay at this 1 BR condo with a full kitchen and balcony just a couple blocks from the beach. Bright, clean, comfortable bed, great location, parking included, with a pool and hot tub. Monique was quick to respond to questions and it was a nice place to relax after a day of sightseeing or hiking. Highly recommend Monique's place!
James T.
April 2022
My kids and I had a wonderful time. The location to many places were within walking distance and the staff was polite!
Sophia L.
March 2022
This location can’t be beat! Just a few blocks away from the beach and in the center of Waikiki, highly recommend for a family with kids
Martin S.
March 2022
Great place to stay!
Janet O.
March 2022
This was a very nice, clean and well stocked property. Everything was in working order and as described. Extra bonus was the beach supplies, a cover and chairs etc. I would recommend this property and stay here again! It was within walking distance of everything from the beach, to shopping or scooter rentals! Monique was great to commute with. I chose thus place based on all the information from prior renters and Sooo HAPPY we chose this rental. Parking was super nice too.
Clayton W.
March 2022
everything was perfect, location, bbqs, pool
Judy J.
March 2022
Loved the condo! The kitchen was well equipped and lots of beach items!!
Carol S.
March 2022
Monique's place was a short (less than 10 minute) and easy walk to the beach where our kids (ages 5 and 7) were able to enjoy the water safely within the confines of the lagoon. We appreciated having a parking pass since we rented a car during our stay. We were always able to find convenient parking close to the elevators in the garage. Monique also provided a closet full of beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, towels, and ice chest that we put to good use!
Kayme W.
February 2022
Great condo! Had some parking and trash frustrations but once we figured out it was ok.
Greyce L.
February 2022
We enjoyed our stay and Monique was great in responding to any questions we had. Towels, paper products, and things we needed were well stocked. The AC wall unit was a bit noisy but we would definitely stay here again on a future visit.
Jeanne J.
February 2022
Nice clean place, easy access with free parking.
Anna L.
January 2022
We had a fantastic time at the condo. Great location, walking distance from the beach. This condo has everything you need to enjoy your stay. The host is wonderful and communicates promptly. Highly recommended
Akiko R.
January 2022
The location of the property is perfect - 5 min walk to the beach and close to everything to do in Waikiki. The building is a little dated, but it had everything we needed there and the location and parking included makes up for that.
Monique was very quick to respond and helped us actually extend our stay a little longer.
Hemanshu S.
December 2021
Enjoyed our stay here. Liked the access to beach and location in Waikiki.
Yuhfang
December 2021
Unit is OK except that most of appliances along with bed sheets, pillows are out of date (old). Carpet on hallway is very dirty. Building and elevator is kind of old. Parking is not very comfortable.
Debra M.
November 2021
nice condo. had a great display of spices and all you need for a comfortable stay. only a few blocks from an amazing beach, great restaurants and people watching.
Leslie-James B.
November 2021
Perfect little spot to enjoy
Jill M.
October 2021
Great place! Very clean, with an extremely comfortable bed and well-equipped kitchen! Great location; only a short walk (a couple blocks) to the beach and a nice assortment of beach gear in the large closet (3 chairs, 3 boogie boards, blow up toys, etc.). We enjoyed it very much.
Kathy T.
September 2021
We greatly enjoyed staying at Monique's condo. Though the building itself could use some updating (mainly the hallways), her place was super cute and comfortable. We loved the location and all the amenities Monique supplied for our stay. The bed was one of the most comfortable I've slept in on a vacation! Monique was very responsive in all communication. I would highly recommend Monique's place for a stay in Waikiki.
Charla R.
September 2021
This space rents exactly as promised. There aren’t any frills or fancy amenities, but after viewing the listing and reading the reviews, we didn’t expect anything too fancy.
First, the criticisms:
- The space is outdated and that shows in the decor and fixtures. One of the track lights above the kitchen was hanging out of its base, the toilet ran constantly unless we jiggled the handle, and the tub faucet handle fell off several times.
- The unit is clean, though there are signs of age that make it feel a bit dingy.
- The lighting throughout could definitely be improved and was especially lacking in the bedroom.
- With the windows open, there was some street noise that would wake us up in the night.
Now the positives:
- Free parking!!!
Monique was AMAZING to work with. We didn’t have any issues during our trip, just a couple of questions, and she was super quick at responding.
- As stated before, the unit was cleaned nicely when we arrived. There is a full-size broom on the lanai and a small broom and dustpan under the bathroom sink for sweeping up during the stay. (We found we were bringing in quite a bit of sand after each beach trip.)
- There was plenty of toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags, and facial tissue, as well as some aluminum foil and cling wrap.
- The unit was outfitted well with cookware, plates, bowls, utensils, etc. There were even food storage containers for leftovers. We were able to prepare meals without wishing we had a different pot or pan or cooking utensil.
- There was a good variety of pillows, so everyone was able to find one that suited them.
- It was nice to have beach toys, boogie boards, beach chairs and umbrellas provided.
- The linens were very clean, bright, soft, and smelled nice.
- During our stay, there was a spice rack with plenty of spices to choose from as well as a couple of extras in the cupboard.
- It was nice to be a short walk from Waikiki beach, which ended up being one of our favorite beaches we visited during the trip.
Overall, the positives outweighed the negatives, and our stay was very enjoyable.
Brian S.
August 2021
Monique was great and responded to all my requests immediately.
Carole H.
August 2021
We stay here for 13 days. It was amazing! Loved this place! The add was accurate with every aspect! The location was the BEST - 1 block to the beach!! Parking included and we could always find a spot!! Beach chairs, cooler, water toys, umbrella - all there! We found a printer in the coffee cafe ($.40 per copy) downstairs to print up boarding passes. Owner was very responsive. We would definitely stay there again! The only thing, maybe add a 3 ring binder with information about good restaurants that you recommend, coffee shop downstairs with printer, how to sign up for the barbeque rental, some good snorkling areas, etc.
Michael W.
August 2021
Great unit
Estera W.
July 2021
we loved the place, it was clean and even though it was a little dated, it was very clean. great location, only one block from the beach. it had beach chairs, cooler, beach umbrella that we could use. the elevators were slow in the building, sometimes we had to wait for 10-15 min before we could get on. the grills were closed, but the kitchen had everything we needed. will stay here again!
Terri K.
July 2021
This condo is in a great location. It was perfect to bring back takeout dinner because restaurants are still not open to full capacity. It was clean and the owner responds very quickly. Would definitely return.
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