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A Family Favorite on Hawaii's Gold Coast 11th Floor Oceanfront Condo

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6109.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Honolulu, HI
  • Kaimana Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Waikiki Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Diamond Head
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Family Favorite on Hawaii's Gold Coast 11th Floor Oceanfront Condo

Legal Vacation Rental
2947 Kalakaua Ave. HI. Suite1101

** For your health and safety, we utilize additional Sterilization procedures between reservations.

The large lanai with an unobstructed view of the ocean comfortably seats seven. You'll love viewing the sunsets from here or just enjoying beverages and meals while you watch the surfers, sailors, and paddle boarders. There is a lovely patio and grass seating area available only to guests of the Diamond Head Beach Hotel with tables, chairs, and chaise lounges. Listening to the ocean from all of the rooms in this condo on the 11th floor make this an exceptional find in Waikiki!

Spectacular Ocean and Diamond Head Views ~ 2 Bedrooms ( One King Bed, one Full Size and new Queen Sleeper Sofa in living room), Corner Unit on High Floor Brand New owner November 2019 ~ Diamond Head Beach Hotel on the Gold Coast.

The two bedroom condo (with separate entrances to the two bedrooms) comfortably sleeps six by offering one King Bed, one Full Size and one Queen Sleeper Sofa. It is a corner unit, large (over 1,000 square feet, including the lanai). This well kept condo has everything you need for a wonderful stay, including a new 55" inch Samsung smart television. There is a full-size kitchen (dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, stove/oven).

The kitchen is fully equipped, including a coffee maker, blender, rice cooker, toaster, dishes and cookware. Modern dishwasher, refrigerator, and microwave. Washers and dryers are conveniently available in the building with elevator access.

Our guests do not pay a resort fee. You don't need to rent a car! Exploring Waikiki from here without a car is convenient because it is easy to walk or take buses and taxis. There is a Russell’s convenience store selling a variety of supplies, food, snacks and alcohol just a five-minute walk from the Diamond Head Beach Hotel (adjacent to the New Otani Hotel).

There are excellent restaurants within a five-minute walk. Michel’s serving lunch and dinner is in the Colony Surf at 2895 Kalakaua. The famous Hau Tree Lanai is an open-air restaurant in the New Otani Hotel at 2863 Kalakaua and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.. The New Otani has two other nice restaurants ~ the Miyako Japanese Restaurant and the Sunset Lanai.

Further west on Kalakaua is Lulu Lulu’s at 2586 Kalakaua open from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. Cheeseburger in Paradise is located at 2500 Kalakaua open from 7:00 a.m. to 12 a.m. Duke’s, famous for brunch, tropical beverages and live music, is located at 2335 Kalakaua and open from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. You will also find McDonald’s, Burger King and Subway in the same area. The ABC stores are excellent for gifts and snacks. If you enjoy shopping, you will like strolling along Kalakaua where there are many local and international shops selling clothing, jewelry, shoes, and souvenirs.

Available in the condo for your use:
Free high-speed Internet
55-inch Samsung smart TV (living room) with cable
Small TV with DVD player (not connected to cable in the master bedroom)
Fully equipped kitchen with full-size refrigerator, microwave, oven, stove and dishwasher
Coffee maker, blender, toaster, rice cooker, dishes, cookware
Breakfast bar
Living room with a comfortable Queen sofa sleeper and credenza for extra storage
Our two separate bedrooms ~ Master has a King bed, 2nd Bedroom has a Full (double) bed, both are comfortable and offer fresh crisp linens.
Bathroom with the tub/shower
Iron and ironing board
Hair dryer
Complimentary coffee
Starter toiletries and kitchen supplies
Board games, playing cards, and books
Air conditioners in the living area and both bedrooms

Legal Vacation Rental Professionally Managed by Hawaii Americana Realty

Owners State Tax ID# TA-087-611-2384-01

Property manager

Mark Howard

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Japanese

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No-smoking allowed anywhere on property including interior of apartment, balcony or within 20 feet of common areas, walkways, windows or parking areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 310320290047, GE-087-611-2384-01, TA-087-611-2384-01

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Honolulu

Located in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, a neighbourhood in Honolulu, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Royal Hawaiian Center and International Market Place are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stan Sheriff Center or Neal S. Blaisdell Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Honolulu, HI

What's nearby

  • Kaimana Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Waikiki Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Honolulu Zoo - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Waikiki Beach Walk - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Diamond Head - 9 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 27 min drive
  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lulu's Surf Club - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tikis Grill & Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Barefoot Beach Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hula's Bar & Lei Stand - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does A Family Favorite on Hawaii's Gold Coast 11th Floor Oceanfront Condo have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is A Family Favorite on Hawaii's Gold Coast 11th Floor Oceanfront Condo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Family Favorite on Hawaii's Gold Coast 11th Floor Oceanfront Condo?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Family Favorite on Hawaii's Gold Coast 11th Floor Oceanfront Condo?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Family Favorite on Hawaii's Gold Coast 11th Floor Oceanfront Condo located?

Located in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Kaimana Beach and Waikiki Beach. Kuhio Beach Park and Honolulu Zoo are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Janee K.

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great again

Stayed before, was great both times. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pretty much a perfect spot, great view, plenty of space, close to anything you could want to do, and right next to a bus stop for stuff that's further away. Quick responses from the owners whenever there were questions or changes. The kitchen was fully equipped with anything you could need. The beds were plenty comfortable. All around a fantastic stay all together. Given the chance to come back this is easily the first location I'll be looking at.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great 2 bedroom condo

Great communication. Perfect little condo. Cold A/C at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

aloha vacation

It was graet!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Ilona M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Condo 1101

We’ve stayed in this building before so we knew what to expect regarding the age & quaintness of it. But this particular condo needs some major maintenance, repairs and upgrades. The supplies are very limited and sparse including kitchen dishes, glassware, cookware and bathroom towels. The basics that were there need to be updated. There was nothing extra like placemats or a tablecloth etc. Many of the items that are pictured in the listing were not there. It just was not a welcoming stay unlike other VRBO listings but was very clean which is always appreciated. The management replied quickly to any messages. Check in is easy. The best thing going for it is the location and the large balcony and the outdoor grounds are great! We enjoy the area.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

We loved everything about this place. Lovely property with a gorgeous view. Nice beach and park nearby. Walkable to many restaurants. We would love to come back one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Irene O., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous view

The apartment is amazing, the lanai unbelievable. Although it was often too hot to use. Still, we enjoyed the view. The twin bed is rather small for two adults but the sofa bed is good. The kitchen only has minimal equipment. The concierge is s great bonus, providing us with dishwasher tabs, toilet paper and additional towels. Mahalo
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristeen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacay

Great location! Quick response from owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luka M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean Views and breezy

Beautiful view, good parking, easy access to the front door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking Views

Words really can’t describe your ocean front, 11th floor viewing experience from the balcony. The combination of the quieter neighborhood but short walk to the beach make this a perfect location. Best of both worlds!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marte F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

Our family of 5 had a great stay at the property. The location was great because it was south of the busy area but easy to walk to. The lanai overlooking the ocean was a great place to relax and watch the waves. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey A

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really liked our place. Very clean. The communication with our host was excellent. They provided plenty of linens. Additionally, the place had some games, kitchen supplies, and toiletries. The place could use some cosmetic updates but they are nothing that took away from the overall experience. The location is great. There's a beach that is about a 5-7 walk and it is perfect for snorkeling, surfing, or just relaxing. Plus, the location is only about a 10-15 minute drive from most restaurants, shopping, etc.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Carina S., Los Angeles, CA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful view but.....

I give it a 10/10 for the view. Sunrise and sunsets are gorgeous on the balcony. Communication with Mark was great. We did run into a few issues while we were there and Mark tried to resolve them. Check-in is easy and you'll be sent specific instructions. The condo is on the 11th floor and the elevator comes in handy. The photographer really did a great job. They made it look boho chic, but upclose the furniture is very outdated. I felt like they put half the effort in this place and photographed the best parts. The beds were ok. Pillows in the larger room were uncomfortable and i woke up with major neck pain. The wifi does not connect in the smaller room. Mark gave me another another wifi account and it worked. We stayed for 5 nights and were given 2 rolls of toilet paper for 3 adults so we had to go buy more which is an inconvenient. It rained and water was coming in from the windows. It did not affect us but they do need to make some upgrades - seal around the windows, paint the condo especially the bathroom (small window in the bathroom is not easy to open and close.) The balcony is spacious and is the best part of the condo. There is a note on the sliding glass door to leave the door slightly opened and I highly suggest that you do or you can get locked out which we did once but a family member inside let us in. There is a laundry room in the garage which came in handy. It takes quarters or card. You will also need quarters for the meters across the street. It's .25 cents for 30 minutes from 10 am - 6 pm. It's not that bad but there was so much parking available in the parking lot of the condo and for the price you're already paying for the condo I just couldn't believe that they wanted to charge $30 a night for it. I could be wrong but I'm pretty sure every condo comes with at least 1 parking spot. Our main complaint is the cleanliness of the condo. I understand you're in a tropical paradise and bugs are the norm, but it's not normal for us. We found 3 small roaches during our stay and this was my husband's biggest concern before stay here. Mark sent out pest control and they didn't find any critters but we did again that night. We checked all our bags before heading home. We were offered a refund for 1 night if we wanted to go find another place to stay but it would be too much to try and check out and find a place. The location is great but lots of motorcycles at night. Can walk to Waikiki shops and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good for us

Girls trip! It was a little bit of a walk to the heart of Waikiki but it was as expected!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Check in was flawless. Views are absolutely beautiful. Location is awesome.

We would definitely rent again if we were to visit Oahu again. Thank you for a lovely visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Property was as expected - comfortable and love the lanai - awesome views with sighting of whales most mornings. Loved the sunsets as well. Great location - close to everything Waikiki has to offer while still having a neighbourhood vibe. The park across the road is amazing with views of Diamond Head
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and Close to Beach

This place was perfect for our family: plenty of room, clean and beautiful restful views of the ocean. Our favorite part was sitting on the lanai and enjoying the gentle breeze while watching the surfers below. So relaxing. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo

We loved the everything about this property! Amazing views, great location and wonderful condo layout.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aug 2022

Smooth check in, clean property, awesome views, great location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phylliss S., Lafayette, CO. U.S.A

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best of Honolulu

Fabulous location on the beach with seals and fish, quiet, but close to excitement of Waikiki. An excellent blend of ocean life and urban convenience.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shui-Ay T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice views from the condo

We had a nice stay 7/5/2022 to 7/8/2022. Love the views and brazzers on the long balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shakila A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view in a great location

This unit has the most stunning view, over the ocean. Communication with the manager was seamless and we didn’t have too much trouble parking off site. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Asia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and views. Missing household items.

Overall was an amazing location. Walking distance from Waikiki Beach and shopping but in a quiet neighborhood. Views were incredible, full ocean view and wrap around balcony gave views of two mountain ranges. When we arrived the toilet was already plugged. Thankfully there was a bathroom downstairs in the lobby. The manager did respond quickly and got it fixed by the second day. The house itself was missing many items which we had to purchase (bar soap, laundry detergent, dishwasher pods, among the bigger items.) Would definitely recommend and had very little to complain about 🙂
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful ocean front

I absolutely loved the stay with my family. Check in was a breeze and the host was great. He answered all my questions. When I informed the host I would be arriving early I was able to check in with no issues. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mark Howard

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Aloha - Thank you for viewing one of our property listings on VRBO.com - My name is Mark Howard, and I am the Principal Broker, President and Property Manager for Hawaii Americana Realty, headquartered in Waikiki. Originally from New Zealand I have made Waikiki my home because of the sun, surf and sand. Hopefully you will have the opportunity to stay in one of our vacation properties sometime soon. Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have, and Aloha!

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location... and size of this beautiful bright condo.
The stunning views from this suites' private lanai are breathtaking. The spacious open floor plan of the main living & kitchen area make it ideal for families and larger groups to relax and hangout together whilst including anyone who happens to be preparing meals in the full kitchen.

What makes this property unique

With the two bedrooms now having their own separate entrances privacy is now available for adults travelling with children (or friends).
We really do LOVE this suite and trust you will also!

Languages:

English, French, German, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin)