amazing host. so incredibly kind, generous, and invested in making your stay a pleasant one. conveniently located, not a lot of bells and whistked, but everything you need to have a comfortable stay affordable while still being in the center of it all. Tomoko herself is the real highlight here. Willing to work my schedule, informative, friendly. Couldn't ask for better. I'll be back!

Tomoko was a great host. She greeted me with a warm hug, and the stay was overall very straightforward. The place is in a treat location in Waikiki with good places to eat nearby and a 5 minute walk to the beach.

Tomoko was an awesome host, she showed me around the apartment and was really friendly! The locations is awesome, shopping or beach is like 10 min walking. I would totally stay there again.

This was a good place to stay. I stayed the weekend and it was comfortable. Tomoko is very nice and respectful. She keeps the place in order.

Tomoko was great and picked me up from the airport. My roommates were very cool and respectful. Tomoko even lent me a surfboard for the 4 days I was staying! I would highly recommend her place and it was great getting to know the others in the apt! I would definitely stay here again!

Amazing value for money, lots of privacy and extremely convenient location. Couldnt ask for more.

A small but nice place that I was looking for the night. Very helpful and nice/friendly. Thank you so much for everything and I'll love to be back!

Awesome host great location 5 min from beach

We spent a fantastic vacation in Dana's place. Thank you, Dana! Everything was smooth and great!

What an amazing stay! Could not fault the comfort, location or communication throughout the trip. Every need that my girlfriend and myself wanted met was done so and then some. Thank you Dana!

WYSIWYG!!!….What You See, Is What You Get! As the photos suggest this is beautiful modern studio condo with a fantastic view. It is clean and well appointed with kitchen (crockery, pots/pans, cutlery and beverage making gear included), fridge, stove/oven, microwave, safe, plasma TV, DVD player, clock/radio, air-con, and nice sized bathroom (plenty of towels & some toiletries are provided). The Internet Wi-Fi is fast and reliable. Beach and lagoon access is a breeze. Yarden has gone all out and supplied all the beach gear you will need from towels to beach chairs. It is right next door to Hilton Hawaiian Village resort which has a range of shops, restaurants and a nightly luau. Also have your camera ready on Friday nights for the weekly shore-side fireworks display directly in front of your balcony. Buses, trolleys and many tours pickup from this location and you’re a 5-10mins walk from Ala Moana shopping centre. You are also in easy walking distance to anywhere in Waikiki. But if you don’t want to walk too far, in the lobby you have a coffee shop, a clothing store, a day spa, a bar, and a convenience store, you are also half way between 2 other ABC shops which stock everything from water to sunscreen to bathroom needs to alcohol and much more. Also you must try the Sarento’s Italian restaurant, on the roof, for great food and an excellent view over a meal. Just don’t mind the glass express elevator to get there, if you fear of heights. We spent a considerable amount of time out on the good sized balcony (lanai) enjoying the excellent view (bring your binoculars and camera). The views are directly out to the ocean beach and also down Waikiki beach to Diamond Head. It certainly put a smile on our face every time we sat out there. We were honeymooners from Melbourne, Australia and loved every minute of staying here. I want to echo the comments of many below, that Yarden was a real pleasure to deal with and I encourage all who read this, to book with her. We will certainly be doing it again in the future. I wish to send my heart felt thanks to Yarden for the great and relaxing holiday experience she has provided my wife and I. 12 nights was not nearly enough. Mahalo, Yarden

Fantastic location and the condo itself is exactly as described. A great and relaxing view from the balcony, and within walking distance of everything in Waikiki, what's not to like? I would definitely stay here again and would recommend it to anyone else traveling to the area.

Wonderful alternative to Waikiki hotels. I spent four days for work, cooked healthy meals instead of eating overpriced Waikiki restaurant food, and greatly enjoyed the views and the comfortable room and lanai. I loved reading Yarden's book on Hawaiian architecture and even visited some of the beautiful buildings it described.

We thoroughly enjoyed our 2-week stay at Yarden's condo at the Ilikai! The room was clean, modern, and comfortable. The sheets and the pillows were so soft - perfect for a good night's sleep. Everything we needed was there when we arrived. We used the kitchen each day for breakfast so we appreciated having a coffee maker, a tea kettle, and a toaster. The snorkeling equipment, beach chair, and other beach-day equipment available for guests to use also came in so handy (the water shoes actually fit me!). The location of this condo is also terrific. The Ilikai is located right next to the Hilton Hawaiian Village which we visited frequently (loved the penguins and tropical birds there), and there was a clear, unobstructed view of the Hilton's Friday night fireworks show from the lanai of the room (Awesome! Don't miss this!). We were also within an easy 1/2 mile walk to the Ala Moana Shopping Center in one direction and a 1/2 mile walk to the Waikiki Beach Walk in the other direction. Both locations provide great shopping and great restaurants. The bus system words impeccably - always right on schedule with friendly, helpful bus drivers. Most tour companies in Honolulu seem willing to pick up right in front of the Ilikai or at the Prince next door which was handy. There are only two downsides that came to mind during our stay: We couldn't hear the surf or waves from our room due to the steady/constant hum of the A/C units outside the room and the bathtub is small and deep making it difficult to get into and out of (a problem only for the physically challenged). Additional perks include a handy store in the lobby area, a terrific bar/happy hour spot to enjoy at the Modern Hotel right next door (harbor side) with top notch evening entertainment, a large flatscreen TV with DVD player, access to the Hilton Lagoon, and a bird's eye view of the Hilton's nightly luau from the lanai of the room. Yarden was a warm, welcoming, helpful, and responsive host. I highly recommend a stay here!

My husband and came to Hawaii for our 40th wedding anniversary. The room had a nice view. Loved the lanai. The room was comfortable. The bathtub was very deep and short. Difficult for my husband to get into with his back injury. No alcohol allowed at the pool. The laundry room was conveniently located.

My wife and I had a wonderful stay at Dana's. Thanks to a beautiful view of the waikiki beach and a quick walk or drive to all the tourist hotspots. My wife especially loved the fact that we were on the upper floors and didn' have to wait for an empty elevator. Dana was also a great host providing helpful details and tips so that we could enjoy our vacation. We will definitely come back again if we have another chance.

Super convenient location - easy walking to everything in Waikiki. Cute, simple, comfortable room that was very neat. Definitely recommended for travelers that need a simple place to store their things while they explore the city, and a comfortable bed to crash in.

Convenient location. Although it is within walking distance of the beach area that would be more reasonable for a 20 or 30 year old. For someone (like me) with foot and leg issues walking was not really an option. The apartment was on the ground level which I really appreciated. The room was small but comfortable. The apartment was clean. Coin operated laundry was on the other side of the wall but since they are not allowed to be used between 10 PM and 7 AM that was not a problem. Earplugs would be helpful to mute traffic noises. While I was there another air bnb couple was in the other bedroom. There was one shared bathroom that I thought might be problematic but it was not at all. Sala was pleasant and helpful. I appreciate that she let me leave my luggage there ( after I checked out ) for a few hours while I went exploring more of Waikiki. She was able to answer all my touristy questions. I would love to have the opportunity to stay there again.

Sala s place is exactly as advertised. I needed a room for the night as I traveled to more permanent accommodations the following day. The apartment is central and communication was easy. I would stay here again.

Sala's place is excellent for being near Waikiki for a couple of nights. The places is central and clean, and Sala is very friendly. There are many great restaurants in walkable distance which is great for exploring the nightlife. It is a single bus from the airport which is great for a tired traveler.

It was a central accomodation

The space was as advertised and Sala did an amazing job making me feel like home! Very wonderful overall experience.

Walking distance to any location in Waikiki.

It is a one star room but Good location for the value.

LOVED Eduardo's spot. The location could not be more central to everything -- it was great! You could walk anywhere in the city and be there in 5 min. So close to everything you could want or need! Very clean place, nice AC unit which kept everything cool. Included a fridge, stove, towels. The beds were very comfortable and clean as well. Easy to check in and get the keys as they were left in a lockbox so I could check in whenever I wanted. Would definitely stay here again -- in a heartbeat!

Great location! We were a few minutes walk to all the places we needed to get to. We only had a short stay (one night) so reducing our travel time was much needed). Bus stop is literally right next door. Room had comfortable beds and was very spacious. Much better than any of the hotels we were looking at in the area!

Our stay at Eduardo's apartment was excellent. The apartment was clean, bright and centrally located; perfect to walk everywhere in Waikiki. Eduardo was a great host. Not only was he flexible and let us leave our luggage in the apt before check in time, but he also recommended one of the best Poke places in Oahu! We'll definitely book this apt again next time!

This is the best location and price you will ever have in Waikiki. I lived in Oahu for 4 years and this place is worth it. We were short notice and left early but it was not issue. I plan to stay here when I go back in October.

Great location, very clean and a wonderful nice apartment, thanks Eduardo!

The place is exactly as described. Perfectly located. However it was very tight with 3 big people. Great communication with the host.

PROS: + The location is amazing! + The beds were comfortable. + The apartment was very clean. + It comes with a parking spot! Make sure to ask which numbered spot to park in prior to arrival. + Eduardo is a wonderful host! He's a very kind man! CONS: - There was no pool. - The apartment directly faces the main street. A bit noisy... But surprisingly, when the air conditioner was on the traffic noise was minimal. We didn't have a problem sleeping! - Parking spot is small and somewhat tricky to squeeze your car into .. So rent a smaller vehicle.

Great place. Super clean. Convenient location. And Eduardo was very good at communicating with us and finding us a last minute parking space.

Very small. Super close to Waikiki Beach, shopping centers, and restaurants. You're paying for the location, not comfort.

Great location excellent communication

the condo is what my family needed during our stay in Hawaii. the location was great few steps away from Waikiki beach. we had the joy of enjoying dinner by the beach watching the magnificent sunset. our family was out almost all day and the condo is just right for us to sleep and recharge for the next day.

Clean, safe, 2 min walk to the beach...and a great price! Just what the doctor ordered :-)

Amazing location, in front of Waikiki beach. All amenities in the flat, super clean and safe!

This place was a great base camp for Hawaii for my girlfriend and I. Waikiki is full of options for shopping eating and beach going. We could be on the beach within 2 minutes of leaving our room and there is an ABC store right across the street. The room was comfortable and clean and served us very well. The owners were also very friendly and helpful if we had any questions.

The location is perfect close to the beach and shopping. Cozy studio.

Do not go with the pictures. Only good thing about this property is its location the rest is just a crap. You pay about $100 per day and it comes with no parking and parking is a huge problem here so you end up paying $20 per day for parking so if you look at it, its actually $120 per day and the actual apartment smells bad. We had to febreze the whole apt everytime we walk in and the sliding door for balcony seems old as it is very difficult to open it. I mean if you are looking to workout on your vacay while staying at this place then just slide the door 10 times a day no need to go to gym. We were in hawaii for 12 days and stayed in big island payed half the price and the house was awesome and then we moved to maui payed about 70% of the price of this apt we got a luxurious place but this one was the most expensive on all three apts we rented and was the worst experience for us. Note: laundry is not free too $2 wash and another $2 for drying. Overall we were disappointed with the place.

The location of the Condo was in prime position. Although that was the only decent quality about our stay. There was no block out blinds which caused us to have minimal amount of sleep for 2 weeks. The bed was extremely uncomfortable and caused us to be in pain through our stay. We paid additional expenses to stay in near by hotels to have a better night sleep. There was no where within the condo to sit and be comfortable other then on the uncomfortable bed itself. Along with limited space in the bathroom it was quiet difficult to relax throughout our stay.

Great location and the apartment was perfect for us 2. It was cozy and had everything we needed

AMAZING location! AWESOME apartment! Super close to transportation, Waikiki beach and other attractions! Evan was very quick in answering all our questions and made our stay very comfortable and enjoyable. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to feel like a local during their trip! Mahalo!

We would recommend this place to anyone! It's a great location within walking distance of the heart of Waikiki, and was very clean and comfortable. Evan was a super helpful host.

This property is in a fantastic location. The kitchen is fully equipped for making meals at home, although you are also very close to the many restaurants, shops and nightlife of Waikiki, all walkable. The beach is just across the road. The hosts were very responsive and were very communicative, this property is very good value. Would definitely recommend this property.

Evan was extremely welcoming towards us throughout our stay. He was always there to give us advice and always made sure that we were informed about what was happening at his place when we were away. We were extremely impressed about the cleanliness of the house as well as how well-decorated it was. Thank you Evan for the wonderful experience!

Extremely convenient location. Everything we needed was within a one block radius. The apartment was clean and we had an excellent stay. Evan was very responsive to any questions we had. Thanks for a great stay!

Great location and great stay! 1 block from shopping, beach, and restaurants!

This BnB was well suited for our stay. We would stay here again!

There was a miscommunication in getting a pdf document via email, but the host tried to reply to me as quickly as possible, so I could check in safely. The unit was very spacious, and was in a great location. I'd love to stay at this unit again if I ever come back in Honolulu:) Thank you!

Great location! Less then 2 blocks from the Waikiki strip and a beautiful view of the ocean. The apartment is located on the older side of the Waikiki strip which we preferred as it was less busy but still had everything to offer. The apartment is very large and clean, fully equipped with everything you need. The free parking was definitely a bonus in Waikiki as we had a rental but a car is definitely not needed as you can walk anywhere in Waikiki from here. The apartment facilities would be great for a family traveling with children as their was an onsite pool etc.

Our stay at the Waikiki Bayan exceeded our expectations. It had everything you needed and just a short 5 minute walk to the beach and close to awesome restaurants and shops. The beach towels, bodyboards, and beach chairs were a great addition for our daily beach time. It was a great place for our first Hawaii family trip!

Great little condo, in a fantastic location. Host was lovely and gracious enough to allow us to check in early.

One of the BEST on AirBnB!! Our family of four (2 small kids- 1 & 4 years old & my husband and I) stayed for 8 days. As a Mom of little ones, I was worried about the accommodations being adequate for our needs. This condo surpassed all expectations. Midway Realty did an incredible job at making us feel welcome: easy and quick instructions on check-in/out and general Q&As and extremely prompt at responding to my emails. The room was incredible. The pictures don't do the views justice. Diamond Head from the kitchen window and the gorgeous Pacific out the bedroom and living room windows. The décor was updated (unlike the typical old Hawaiian dingy décor everywhere else) and the furniture and sheets/towels felt clean and fresh. The small touches made a huge difference: Check-in chocolates, easy to use WiFi and TV, coffee, toiletries, beach supplies AND, per my request, they had a pack& play already set-up for us (HUGE as I didn't have to travel with one!). 2 short blocks to the beach on a nice and quiet neighborhood and very close to the main-street with easy access to the trolleys/buses and tons of shops/restaurants nearby. the beach access if very easy and you don't have to bother with renting a chair and umbrella ($25 for 3 hours) as they provide one with beach towels and a boogie board. (Amazing!) Please stay here and don't consider anywhere else. Perfect for a family of 4 or 5 if you have small ones or even a party of two. Bravo Midway Realty. I can't wait to stay here again. Mahalo!!

Everything perfect. Excellent location, near the shops, beautiful landscape, easy communication and love the souvenir. Thanks for the early check-in. And garage is a differential. I recommend this local.

Great place for a family vacation

Nice location

Enough place for a resting, closed to public tranportation and food shop.

Great value if traveling along and you just need a comfortable place to crash for the night. Walking distance to everything in Waikiki. Simple accommodations as advertised and very clean. Tomoko is very sweet and an excellent and responsive host! Light sleepers please note that room is not fully acoustically separated from the adjacent unit but the other occupants were respectful, kept to themselves and were not too loud during my one-night stay. I was able to sleep just fine (I am a deep sleeper) and access the shared bathroom generally whenever I needed to.

Tomo is great and very prompt in responding back. She was very accommodating in helping me check-in even when my flight was delayed. The room is as described - small and a good place to crash. The location is very convenient.

Tomoko made it clear from the beginning that her place is not a hotel. But some rooms were like a hotel. Clean and spacious. Tenants were nice and respectful. You can cook your own food, kitchen is always clean. Most of all, the host is kind and accommodating. And flexible too.

Great host and very clean quiet place with extra great values! No one beats tomoko's place!

Strongly recommended! Nice host and well functioned house! Close to the beach, the downtown and all transport means

I never slept here. My husband booked the room.. He tol me it was female surfer house.. It was not.. I did not feel comfortable..

Tomoko was very kind and inviting. The room was everything she described on the page and is more like a place to crash for a few nights to save money. She does not provide any bathroom amenities other than a towel. The apartment is clean and she allows for late checkout as long as your belongings are out of the room by noon. What is great about this apartment is that its very close to shops and restaurants in Waikiki Beach.

Clean apartment! Super friendly Tomoko has everything you need laid out for you in her welcome guide.

Had a good stay! They're all nice and the apartment is in a pretty good area

Clean home, communicative host, great convenient location, comfortable bed. Room got a bit hot without a/c and were strict about check in/out times (though they were ok with me leaving luggage). Recommended overall

Thank you Tomo for two wonderful weeks in Hawaii! - Lulu

Great location!!!!! 10 minutes can get everywhere around waikiki. There are bus stop and two abc markets near the room. The room perfectly same with tomoko's photo.

Great location! Very close to all the restaurants, bars, and the beach! It's about a 15 minute walk to Waikiki beach. The room is as pictured, but there's no lock on the door. However, I felt fine leaving my things in the apartment. I rented a car and Tomoko was very accommodating. She rented out a spot in the garage to me for $10/day, which I didn't mind paying for because finding street parking in Waikiki is impossible. My only issue is that the bathroom shower could be a bit more cleaner or updated.. Maybe it's not pictured for a reason.. Other than that, this is a CONVENIENT location that provides AFFORDABLE accommodations.

Tomoko and Mary were awesome. It felt like I was staying with friends.

Clean and cute place with everything I needed, the beach is very close (like 10 min walking) and Tomoko was very fast is answering my questions, I really recommend it!

Cynthia was the loveliest host, she made me feel like it was my own space too! Her neighbourhood is safe, close to Waikiki beach, plenty of eating around so that's good too. I couldn't have asked for a more hospitable host, Cynthia also gave me some surf lessons which was a big bonus ;) Oh and she also has these amazing bluetooth speaker lights in the room - they were great for winding down after a day of surfing!! The room was clean, and spacious enough, bed was comfy!

Cynthia was the best host I have had the pleasure of staying with. Her enthusiasm for Oahu and travel in genera combined wit a laid back attitude made my stay in the shared space very comfortable. The included parking spot is very nice but won't fit anything wider than a midsize car. The bed was also one of the more comfortable to sleep on that I have had through air BNB. Not for light or hot sleepers as no a/c means open windows and a ceiling fan and you will hear the neighborhood at night.

Cynthia was a great host! The location and access to snorkel gear and surfboards make this a great deal!

Awesome, central, Cynthia is so lovely and let me check in earlier than stated as I had an early flight, super helpful and friendly but also respectful of your space, perfect air bnb host

Excellent host and location. Cynthia was awesome and very helpful.

Cynthia's place is extremely well located, it is just as described. Furthermore, it is very clean, comfortable. I could not have stayed in a better place. Cynthia was an incredibly patient and nice host who really wants to make your stay at her place a memorable one. I definitely recommend this place.

Cynthia is a perfect host, and place is great - from location to parking, amenities and communication - I would come back and 100% recommend it. Thank you:)

Cynthia is a great host. Her place is as described. Very well-decorated, clean, and centrally located to Waikiki Beach. It was barely a two-block straight shot to the beach. Also, very walkable to area shops, restaurants, and other shopping areas in downtown Waikiki Beach area. The available parking space is also very convenient, allowing option of rental car, and Cynthia was very flexible and accommodating with the parking, as well as use of her kitchen. Overall, great stay and will definitely stay again.

Host (Atsuko) was very responsive which was good. Studio fittings were new and clean and location of the studio was excellent and central to local attractions. Excellent cafe downstairs, 7 Eleven next door, Alawai canal park nearby, moped/bike/car rental nearby, gym in the building etc.

The unit is exceptionally clean and well- managed. A bit small but it's ok for 2 people travelling in for a few days. The area is quiet and Waikiki beach is only 10 minutes within walk. Highly recommend.

Had a great stay at Atsuko's place. The unit is exactly as described and pictures are accurate. There were no surprises! Great location in Waikiki- it is slightly outside of all the craziness so nights were quiet but still close enough to walk everywhere. She was very understanding when my original flight to Honolulu got canceled due to bad weather and adjusted my trip so I would not be charged for the days I would be missing. Would stay here again!

We really appreciate the cleanliness and obvious care put into the place and we had a wonderful stay. The place is very central and included a parking spot for our rental car. Could easily stroll to the beach or the main malls on foot. Only taking away one star for not having WiFi, but there was so much around that it was easy to find meals and nightlife without really searching. The beds were very comfortable and everything was incredibly clean. The washer and dryer were easy to use and the towels were brand new! There were also two A/C units that kept the place very comfortable without being really loud which in 85 degree weather with 51% humidity was a life saver. The place is in the heart of Honolulu, and close to The Hilton Hotel (about a mile from Waikiki beach) and has everything needed for a wonderful stay.

Thank you William for hosting me at your apartment in Waikiki! I've visited Hawaii many times and William's newly renovated apartment is in the BEST location I've ever chosen, right in the middle of everything and truly walking distance to basically all of Waikiki. I also really appreciated having a free parking space here which is so unheard of for any of hotels. Will definitely choose to stay here when I come back to Hawaii again next time :-)

He saved my butt lol he was there immediately when I was stranded, and let me stay a bit longer when other plans fell through. He's easy to get ahold of and has great suggestions of places to go. Will definitely recommend him!

This place is awesome! I loved the central location in Waikiki, there were many close places to walk to, including the beach which was a 5 minute walk. Super comfy bed and enough of space. Very good communication as well with Jaime. He was kind enough to let me use a surfboard as well. Definitely would come back!

Very central location, wonderful host. Would definitely stay there again :)

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From the the minute I checked in till check out, everything went smoothly. I'm in a place right now just down the street, and Jaime is half the price and better in every way. The view is killer and you literally have everything. I'm 67 and my wife thinks I'm a tad critical, so this is truly the way it is.

I love Jaime's apartment. Specially amazing Diamond head view. Near beach,shops,bars,restaurant,bus stop...very convenient location. also clean and comfortable apartment. I had great stay!!!

How great view and location of Jaime's room is!! thanks to his kindness, timely communication, free bicycle and free surfboard, so much enjoyed time in Waikiki a lot. as shared room, it would be the best place for single traveller.

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Tiare was a wonderful host and most importantly a great communicator. She listed detailed instructions to make our check in/out smooth like butter. The condo was quite exceptional! Beautiful amount of sun pouring in through the windows, convenient kitchen & washer n dryer and looks just like the pictures provided. Thank you so much for making my Hawaii trip comfortable Tiare!

Everything was perfect as my home.

Great host! Wonderful experience!

Amazing experience! The apartment is beautiful and perfectly located just a couple of blocks from the beach! Very clean and nice. Great communication with the host, before during and after our stay! The best place in Waikiki! Mahalo

Space was very cleanly kept and host responds very quickly. Basic kitchen came fully equipped with supplies and simple ingredients, which made cooking easy and feasible.

Perfect condo! Has everything you need and more. Central location ( really appreciated that it was so close to the supermarket), moments from Waikiki, clean, updated Couldn't have been more perfect for our vacation with our little one year old! Tiare was a wonderful host, highly recommended Xxxx

This airbnb was an amazing place to stay at. Great location as this place was very central. Tiare was very accommodating and helpful! I recommend this place to anyone that wants to stay in Waikiki.

Great place, clean, great location! Has all the basics and then some for use. Tiare is lovely. Only thing is you can't store your bags at the apartment pre and post checkout. Tiare does offer a contact that will store the bags for the day minimum of $20 a day or $5 a bag. Highly recommended!