17 Reviews of Property 85080 in Kahala, Hawaii

Contrary to other reviews we did not experience any noise, from traffic or garbage trucks. The only noise we experienced was the window rattles when the winds kicked up to 35-40 mph, but what windows would not rattle. In my 28 years of visiting the islands that is the windiest I every experienced. The build is very secure. The key fob for elevator access only lets you on your floor, the lobby and garage floors. Parking spot as the best, easy in and out. Room was clean with a laminate hard wood floor for easy cleaning. Plenty of cooking utensils if decide to cook on a hot plate provided. I am on vacation and do not cook but everything was there IF you desired to whip up your own meal just provide the food. The full size refrigerator was great for keeping cold cuts for sandwiches and beverages cold for the beach. Ah the Queen's and Kuhio beaches are only a block and 1/2 away. We opted to walk a mile each day to stay with our friends down in front of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. There were two beach chairs, towels and umbrella that we used. Boogie board and air mattress are provided too. We did not use any of those items. There were two chest of drawers (if you will) to put your clothes in, one on each side of the closet. But with the beach equipment in the closet we ended up putting our suit cases under the breakfast table. There are 2 washers and dryers available on the "L" level for only a buck to wash and a buck to dry. Compared to hotel washer and dryers at $2.75 each that was a steal. Bed was comfortable and we got a good nights sleep. Bathroom is adequate. Don't expect to have two people use it at the same time, oh I suppose there would not be a problem if one was in the shower and the other was brushing his teeth. The counter tops are large and easy to keep clean. Other residents have left plenty of hair shampoo, hair spray, sun tan lotion, Overall if the occasion arose again we would probably stay there again. Gina was very accommodating.

This condo is on Lemon road in waikiki, just 1 block away from the beach and 1/2 block away from the zoo. good location, but being on a side street surrounded by hotels and hostels and scooter rentals has it's drawbacks. lots of noise, garbage trucks every morning, scooter at all hours. the tradewinds is a very nice condo, great security, nice people there, close to everything. we are just not people who enjoy the fast pace, people everywhere kind of place. like i said, building security is great, easy to use, etc... , but, we didn't enjoy being somewhere you NEED that security. we are small town folks, and this is a busy busy place. our fault, not the condo's. so if you like the faster pace of waikiki, this is a great place to stay. Gina provided everything promised, the condo was clean, the payment transactions flawless, thank you to Gina.

My husband and I had a very relaxing nine-day stay at VRBO property 85080. We were there to visit family and to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary.
The owner was easy to work with and the property was as-described. The location can't be beat, the price is right, it's clean and nicely decorated and quite fully stocked. The building is well-kept and secure, free parking and free internet too!
Pros: location, free parking, secure building, cleanliness, well-stocked, comfy bed, great price, pretty much anything you need is in the apartment (beach chairs, beach towels, iron, micro, coffee maker, rice maker, on and on), great owner, close to everything (Starbucks and the beach!), laundry facilities on premises, the list goes on.
Cons: some people might say noise, but for us that wasn't a problem...in a major metro area, one generally expects noise. If we had wanted quiet, we would have stayed in the country! No lanai...however, that wasn't an issue for us, as we weren't there to stay inside and sit on a lanai looking out at the world. We were there to be out and about on the island. Know that it is a studio, so there's no separate bedroom. This is advertised as such and not unexpected. Again, we weren't on vacation to sit indoors!
So, for us the listed "cons" weren't cons at all. They were non-issues, but they may be important for others.
We would definitely stay there again, if the owner would have us! I have told everyone who's going over there, about this property. I could keep going on and on, but I am running out of adjectives!
Thanks again for being a great portion of a relaxing stay.
P.S. I forgot to mention it's close to Leonards, Rainbow Drive-In, Ono Hawaiian Restaurant (very ono indeed!) and tons of place to eat, shop, people watch, stroll, etc.

Very clean! Traveled with my daughter. The condos were very safe! Close to the beach and shopping. The car space was a HUGE plus. My last time in Waikiki, we stayed by the Hilton Village. The Tradewinds was by far a much better choice!! Loved it and will rent here again...

THE GOOD: Location. The building is steps to Waikiki Beach. You are in the water 2 minutes out the front door. Price. An incredible deal, especially with a parking spot included. The Unit. Clean. Well supplied. The Owner. Gina was very easy to deal with.

THE BAD: Location. The building is steps to Waikiki Beach and is surrounded by other apartment buildings, hostels and hotels.. The street is really a lane and has several garbage dumpsters which get quite smelly and are emptied by trucks at 7am, so it isn't the quietest of areas, but since Waikiki is pretty much all hotels, apartments, hostels, bars, restaurants & shops, this would be an issue just about anywhere you stay. Keeping the AC on (even just the fan setting) helps block out the partying and other noise. I enjoyed my week at Waikiki Beach but if I ever visit O'ahu again, I will stay somewhere else.

THE UGLY (and this is something that might not bother others but I found really annoying) The building is built like Ft. Knox. You have to swipe the access card to open either the front door or the garage door. You have to swipe it again to call the elevator and then swipe it a third time in the elevator to access the floor button and when you want to leave the building, you have to swipe the card in the elevator to access the lobby or garage.

All in all, if Waikiki is where you want to be, you be hard pressed to do better than a stay here.

The rental was excellent.It was exactly as advertised.The location was great being 1 block back from the beach,close to the zoo shops etc.
The unit was very clean and had some hidden suprises being extra condiments in the fridge,beach gear
The parking was very safe and secure which gave me added piece of mind
This is the first time I have stayed in a vacation rental and would not hesitate in staying here again

Wonderful place to base yourself for exploring Waikiki, Honolulu, and the rest of Oahu.
Clean, comfortable, and cozy condo.
Great location to walk to the beach (1 block), walk to the Honolulu Zoo (1 block), and walk to the "zoo" of Waikiki.
Since secure, covered parking is included, this condo is convenient for renting a car to explore the whole island.
Finally, the whole rental process was quick and easy, and the owner supplies excellent directions and is very accomodating on checkout times.
Great place!!!

very comfortable and clean room.
great for surfing at Queen's.
thank you Gina!