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Reviews of Waikiki Banyan Ocean Deluxe Condo, Government certified for short term rentals

Waikiki Banyan Ocean Deluxe Condo, Government certified for short term rentals
Waikiki, HI

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 113 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS T., Richland, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Explanation
Great views, centrally located But needled more explanation on the security key and running the TV’s, for first time users of your place. Also the linen services, as in if they have a schedule they use or we call for the service. Would definitely want to stay again when we come back.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2024
I am glad that he enjoyed staying at our condo & that he would definitely stay there again. We explained how to use the key code to open the door in our check in instructions and Koko Resorts ( our agents) phone number. He could have called them for help in using the TV's & for questions about linen delivery.

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view and location
Great value for the great view, and super convenient location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

tami m., Washington state

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location, great host
Property was easy to find as well as get in and out of parking wise. Elevators were easily accessible and close to where we chose to park. Nice to schlep our stuff up to the condo. We did have a couple building evacuations (I'll email the host directly), but thankfully WE didn't actually evacuate. An abundance of clean, soft towels was appreciated and the shampoos were amazing for my picky hair! I'm actually going to see if I can find it on amazon. Internet tv isn't our norm, so it took us a big bit to fumble through to find the National Championship game, but we found it! (I know tv on vaca, but it was a rain afternoon and a big game) Location was great - simply down the elevators, by the front desk, we were on the sidewalk, then one block to the beach and beach walk. Walked pretty much everywhere and only took the car to two further away excursions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Owen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good but dated
Great view, good location, loved the parking being included. Would easily stay there again.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and Beautiful!
This was an amazing stay! Less than 5min walk to the sand, surrounded by all kinds of dining shops and things to so. View was spectacular, patio is big and spacious, room was more than big enough with stunning views at every window. There were lots of extra towels, a closet full of beach items, kitchen had anything you could need to cook a meal on site. Property owner Howard communicated very well, gave all information we needed in detail and was beyond kind! Room is conveniently located next to trash and laundry, but you do not hear or smell anything. This properly made our trip for sure! When we come back to Waikiki we will definitely try to stay here again as well as recommended it to anyone we know is visiting. Thank you Howard for allowing us to enjoy this place for our honeymoon!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

K F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Banyan Bliss
We have stayed at the Waikiki Banyan multiple times over the last 15 years. We have used this property no less than five or six of those times. This is a very nice unit with outstanding views. The owner, Howard, has always been very responsive and it is easy to deal with. We are looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most Incredible View
Our stay here was excellent! The photos of the ocean views really don’t do this place justice!!!! We got in late at night and when we woke up our first morning we were totally taken aback by the incredible ocean view and sunrise over diamond head which you can see from the kitchen. We spent every morning enjoying our coffee on the lanai. I’ve been to Waikiki 4 or 5 times now and this has been the best stay yet (we usually have stayed in tower 1 of the banyan). I also love how this place just felt like a home, more than a hotel. Thank you Howard for being a great host/answering questions fast. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for their next oahu getaway! We will absolutely be back! Hopefully sooner than later!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome views
I would stay in this unit again just for the view
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Huntington Beach

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property and unit were amazing! Complex was quiet and the grounds very clean. This corner unit had breath taking views. Shopping and restaurants abundant. Groceries nearby as well as Starbucks. The owner, Howard, was on top of any maintenance issues! Definitely will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason K., San Jose, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice airy corner unit
We really enjoyed the constant flow of fresh air from this 34th floor corner unit with lots of windows. Nice distance view of the ocean and buildings in Waikiki. Short walk to the beach, shops and restaurants in Waikiki and Kapahulu.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property and close to everything
The place was very clean with plenty of kitchen items if you plan to have a meal or reheat some leftovers. It was nice to have beach items, boogie boards- beach chairs, in the condo. As somebody who has difficulty sleeping whenever I stay in hotels, my wife and I found the bed very comfortable with plenty of pillows. Being 2 blocks from the beach, free parking and a great balcony view to enjoy while having a morning coffee are also pluses of renting this unit. I would not hesitate to stay hear again. 1 last thing, the elevators are fine and not slow like somebody stated in a previous review.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dakota B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views!
Beautiful views in every direction! Amazing being so high up in Tower 2 on the 34th floor. Peaceful lanai and sounds from the ocean. Able to see the sunset from the bedroom and kitchen windows. Spacious and clean. Convenient location near the ocean and restaurants. Lovely large dining room table. As an added bonus, it had boogie boards, beach mats, chairs, umbrella, and beach toys - we added a professional snorkel set and waterproof phone pouch to the mix. Smart TV for logging into your subscriptions (when we had our niece and nephew over a few nights and they enjoyed the comfy pull out sofa and watching Finding Nemo). The kitchen had all the essentials (coffee maker, tea kettle, pots, pans, utensils) although we did borrow a larger cutting board, baking sheets, and knives for cooking from our family who were staying in other units. Only downside was the balcony door was hard to open and close, and didn't seal at the top. We'll let the owner know, as I'm sure it's something their agents can fix. We would certainly stay here again and recommend Howard's condo to others.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
We are so glad that they appreciated our condo & everything that it has to offer. We are aware of the lanai sliding door & have been trying to have it fixed for several weeks. We finally have an appointment to have it repaired later this month.

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comforts of Home
This is a wonderful place to stay. It has all of the comforts of home. Howard took good care of making sure that all questions were answered and resolved. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Kukbin C., rochester

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location and view but poorly managed.
I have been to Honolulu 4 times and I know how the price range I have to pay for a good stay. Still I believe the property needs better management. The floor was sticky and not cleaned. Kitchen was small and old. Cooking pans were uncoated and old as well. So we had to clean the floor by ourselves. We bought a pan and disposable dishes to cook. Bathroom was small and not cleaned well. Definitely in a great location and has amazing view but worse among 4 properties I have stayed in Waikiki with similar price range.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Sorry that the guest was so unhappy about our condo. Why didn't he reach out to us during his stay? If the floors were dirty & sticky we could have had them cleaned. Doesn't he know about washing dishes rather than buying disposable dishes? The kitchen was remodeled less than 5 years ago & all the bathrooms are small in our 2 condo buildings. If he stayed in a hotel he wouldn't have a kitchen. Clearly he was not a good fit for our condo.

10/10 Excellent

Chevaun C., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
We had a great vacation and loved staying at this property. Proximity to the beach with amazing ocean/Diamond Head views helped make our stay enjoyable. It was always great to come back to cold AC after a hot day in the sun. Thanks again!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Loved the view
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures don’t justify the view
The view from the property is spectacular. Every windows had either ocean view of diamondhead view. Cleanliness of the bathroom(hair in the strainer) and water pressure could be better but the view make up for it. You can’t beat the price even if you are able to get Kamaaina discount. The property had all the beach items you will need. The owner was kind and easy to reach as well. Only major downside was we never wanted to leave the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2023
We are so glad that she enjoyed the views & loved staying in the unit. The hair in the drain was an oversight by Housekeeping & is unacceptable. We instructed our On Site Managers to consul Housekeeping and ensure that it doesn't happen again.

10/10 Excellent

Audrey P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous condo! Super Clean and convenient!
Of the many places and short term rental properties on this and other islands, Howard’s condo was too-notch. Clean, well-maintained, conveniently located, we’re all important factors when we search for a place and Howard’s immaculate unit exceeded our expectations. Mahalo for getting the leaking faucet fixed right away. We enjoyed the great views of the ocean, mountains, and pool, Howard! We’d definitely love to stay here when we’re back on Oahu. Mahalo!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Convenient access to ocean. Older high rise building with basic amenities, faucets leak and tv/air conditioner hard to operate. Contacted VRBO and owner reached out to resolve. Could not reach local agents
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2023
Guest stayed on a Holiday Weekend which made it harder for local agents to respond. I emailed the local agents & they said that they would check the leaky faucets. Our local agents usually respond promptly.

10/10 Excellent

Jaynene C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
We had a wonderful time! A lovely it up with a beautiful view.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Rob H., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay - Beautiful View
Good location and a clean and comfortable condo, Howard was easy to work with and check-in/out was a breeze. The building is dated but well maintained, and some mentioned slow elevators but we found them to be quick for a high rise building. Free parking a very nice perk and we would stay here again if we were to return to Oahu.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue-Lynda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Value for money in Waikiki
Great unit & location. Spacious, inviting & great view of the water. We have stayed in 6-8 different units at the Banyan and this was the best one we’ve had in the price range. Well worth it & Howard was very easy to work with. Only suggestion would be to perhaps have a few more towels and a replacement set of sheets available for a family of four for two weeks. All in all, we would recommend it & wouldn’t hesitate to return to this unit!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Anna P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Close to beach
The place was in a great location with great views. Free parking was a plus too! The condo itself needs some updating and it could have been cleaner.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2023
We are glad that the guest appreciated our great views and free parking. Our condo was repainted and got new drapes and our sofa bed and chairs were reupholstered a couple of years ago so I don't understand what she means that it needs updating. It was unfortunate that our agent's linen supplier didn't deliver the day she arrived & so the sofa bed didn't have fresh linen & there was some sand & debris in it which only became apparent when you opened it up. Finally no one else has made similar comments.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Had a fantastic stay here. Stunning view from the 34th floor. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay in Waikiki
This condo has nice views and was a good match for what we wanted. We've been to Waikiki several times and would choose to return to this condo. We wanted to be in walking distance to the surf beach and to have a pleasant place to hang out in case the weather isn't perfect. The hotel is a bit dated but the condo itself has a nice feel and is spacious. We spent a lot of time sitting on the balcony...its a nice spot. We are fairly budget conscious so this was a good fit when comparing the options. The owner was incredibly nice to work with when were thought our flight was going to be cancelled. That was much appreciated.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Harold P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the stay
Enjoyed the stay like it’s location to things we like to do although the building is starting to show. It’s aged could use some upgrading elevators are slow and could use a good cleaning
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

kylie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved It
The view was breathtaking, Kids loved the pool and Spa. Lay out of the room was perfect for our family, felt so relaxed in this apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greyce L.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful views
we enjoyed our stay with the ocean view and balcony. parking is included and very convenient. we like the location since we can walk to the beach, shops, restaurants and activities. great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location beautiful view
We really enjoyed our stay, walking distance to beach, and the on site pool and playground were great for kids with extra energy to run off.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property. Felt much more comfortable than a hotel room at 1/2 the cost with free parking.
I would definitely rent this condo again. The only thing that needs attention is the inoperative deadbolt lock and the security key that fit nothing. The pull out couch was surprisingly comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Waikiki Banyon
We really enjoyed our stay at the Waikiki Banyon. This corner unit is compact and has great views of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head. The accommodations were very comfortable for 4 adults and it was great to have air conditioning! It is a super location and easy to get around in busy Honolulu! Easy access to the highway and lots of restaurants and shops in the neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Kathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, clean efficient unit
Building is old with tired hallways and elevator but the unit is nice, clean, on a high floor, quiet corner with partial ocean view as expected from pictures. The included parking spot was very nice for Waikiki. Highly recommended and would book again. Check-in/out was very easy! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah E., Rochester, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Rest and relaxation
Stunning view day and night! Great location. Close to the beach, shopping, entertainment, restaurants and easy access to H1. Free parking is a bonus. The unit was clean with comfortable bed and furniture. The host responded quickly from booking to departure. We had a great trip and rested and relaxed during our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cesarita B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chairs, towels provided for enjoying the beach
Nice to have the comforts of home
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view
Have stayed at the Banyan 4 times now and this condo was as advertised. Great views, super clean, everything we needed to have a great week. Thanks !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Clean, spacious, view was outstanding close to everything. One block from beach!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning!
Highly recommend staying here. You won’t regret it. The view is even more stunning than the photos reflect. The breeze that comes through from being so high up is incredible. Location is perfect. Close to everything you could need and want. The unit is very well stocked and cozy. Sofa bed and main bed are comfortable as is the furniture in general. The host is awesome. I would definitely rent this condo again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
waikiki
great stay everything ws good.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Condo
We loved our stay in this apartment. Fabulous views. Could check out the surf break. Easy walk to everything, restaurants, shops beach. Very comfortable for 3 adults. Well equipped kitchen and plenty of towels. Laundry right next door. Free parking was a bonus. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great view, close to all amenities.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Cyndi L.

Enjoyable stay at the Banyan
We’ve stayed at the Banyan before so we’re familiar with the facility and Koko Resorts management. We really enjoyed this unit - great views, corner unit, next to laundry room, furniture in good condition, 2 televisions with access to Netflix. Howard was very responsive and check in/out was a breeze. The location is great - easy access to the beach, shopping, and restaurants. Pool was nice and was not overly crowded. The parking pass is one of the main selling points of staying at the Banyan. Plenty of parking stalls and easily accessible from both towers. I would rate Koko Resorts 3/5 for this stay. They didn’t have enough clean linens for our unit in addition to some other things they could have done better. Customer service was not great this time around. Overall, it was an enjoyable stay and we would return.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2022
We are glad that our guests enjoyed their stay in our unit & appreciated the view. Koko Resorts is undergoing a major make over & they have been having problems. They have a new manager & we hope that their service will improve to the high standard that it was for many years in the past. Thanks for your feedback.

8/10 Good

Bradley H., Palm Desert, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice condo with great views.
My wife and I have been staying in the banyan for the past decade and love it. The location is great for us. Close enough to everything you want but still quiet and secluded. This unit was very nice. Clean with great views. The unit matched the pictures and the description. It was very nice having a unit with a king size bed. We do wish it would have been a little more comfortable. The bed was very firm and could definitely benefit from, at the very least, a mattress topper. The blanket appropriation was a bit lacking, or we could not find extra bedding. Having 2 TVs was a nice luxury. I am very good with technology and figuring out all of the remotes and operation took some time. After a week my wife still never figured it out. Possibly create a “cheat-sheet,” with instructions. The sliding glass doors are off track missing screws preventing it from closing all the way creating a huge draft and whistling noise with the cross breeze. We called the management company and we’re told they would call us back but never did. All in all we had a great stay. The unit could use some updates but it would be more of an extra and not necessities. Thank you so much for a great trip.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2022
We are glad that our guests enjoyed staying in the condo. We find the mattress very comfortable & not too firm. No one else has complained that the mattress was too firm. We are working on repairing the lanai sliding door. Thanks for your feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Melina H., Slidell, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
Condo was clean and the views were awesome! Communication with owner was very easy!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Kristina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
We adore Waikiki Banyan! This unit is quite nice and is a corner unit, which is larger than the regular units. The decor is lovely and I was very excited to see the little library. I very much appreciated the books on the birds and flowers of Hawaii, especially since we had feathered visitors on the lanai each morning! My only concerns about the entire experience were that the lanai door didn't close all the way, the bedroom door seemed to try and hop off the track quite easily, and the garbage disposal had a bit of an odor. We also didn't receive any checkout instructions, so we just checked out the way we have checked out from other units on previous trips. Overall, I definitely recommend this unit. The location of the Banyan affords a gorgeous view, there is a fabulous pool, and the beach is a quick easy walk away. The parking garage is also a huge selling point, and the fact that a parking pass is included for no extra charge is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
We are pleased that she enjoyed the views & the decor and the free parking. We are sorry that they couldn't close the lanai door all the way and that the bedroom sliding doors tended to come off the track. We will have our agents check into these items & fix them. In our instructions which she received we mention that before checking out she should make sure the parking pass was returned to the unit, close all the windows & throw out the garbage. We will also have the garbage disposal checked for odors.

10/10 Excellent

David and Rose C., South Central PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Comfortable unit, with breathtaking views, near wonderful restaurants. If you plan on cooking in unit be sure to bring all food, even salt. Coffee provided for 1 pot/ day. No need to cook though, since unit is walking distance to great expensive and inexpensive options. Stayed in Waikiki to to finally visit Pearl Harbor on our way to Kuaui .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
We are glad that they appreciated the wonderful views. We don't provide any food or coffee. I don't know why they expected that.

10/10 Excellent

Chad G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place
A great place to stay for a single traveler a or couple. Beautiful view and very close to the beach, food and shopping. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Waikiki
We are a family of 2 adults and 2 teenagers stayed at the Banyan condo for 4 night. 1st , thank you Howard for answering my questions about the condo before booking and responding so quickly when we were here. We all fit very comfortably ( even my 6+ ft son) The location can not be beat, the views of Waikiki skyline and diamond head are gorgeous. We enjoyed sipping coffee on the beautiful lanai facing the ocean , truly amazing! The condo has a full size fridge and cooking oven and stove and even a slow cooker. Coffee maker and a toaster were handy for all our breakfasts. All utensils and dishes and cooking pans were a bit dingy and spotted, but was not a big deal, we pre washed all we needed. Floors look new, beds comfortable ( even the pull out sleeper) and bathroom is tiny but we didn’t mind. Plenty of bath and kitchen towels The parking !! Soooo helpful to have it included with the condo . We ventured out every day to explore the island and knowing you don’t have to deal with parking situation ( we New Yorkers feel the pain ) was a great deal. 2 beach chairs , 2 mats and beach umbrella + 4 beach towels were super handy . Great stay ! Thank you ! Aloha
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Artem, Roseville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for affordable price
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

victoria d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
The views are amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!!
We have stayed at the Banyan for our Hawaiian vacations for the past 10 years, and absolutely LOVE it! The location, amenities, and view are top-notch! This particular unit has a breathtaking views of the ocean and is an amazing way to start and end each day! Thank you for a wonderful week in Waikiki!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022