| Guest Reviews |
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| Title |
Nickname |
Date Stay |
Date Submitted |
| 1. Want to go Back! |
Phanatics (Downingtown, Pennsylvania) |
08/2009 |
09/2009 |
Let's just say we were very jealous of the people that were just beginning their vacations as we were leaving! This was one of the best vacations we ever took together as a family- our kids ( ages 11-17) did not want to leave! The condo is beautiful- completely equipped with anything you need, plus some! It felt like home from day one! Breakfast on the lanai was a wonderful way to start any day. The view and privacy was priceless! Spend the whole day at the pool or beach- you won't get bored. The closet in the first bedroom is full of extras... body boards, snorkle masks, fins, beach toys, beach chair and even a backpack cooler to use for picnic lunches!
The employees were fantastic... very helpful with printing out directions to anywhere you wanted to go. Perfectly located... easy to get to main roads- out of the hub of Honolulu and Waikiki, but so easy to get out and explore! We did do plenty of sightseeing... at the end of everyday, we couldn't wait to get back to the beautifully landscaped pool. If you have young children- look for the section of the pool that has a sand/gravel bottom. This is a perfect place for toddlers and parents to hang out- only about 1 1/2 foot deep- children would be happy here all day! And of course the Tiki Bar... Look for "Moon", our favorite bartender and ask him if he can play a song on his ukulele for you!
The owner was such a pleasure to deal with- not just a voice on the phione. She was in touch a few times before our vacation via e-mail with info about the condo and property. Our security deposit was back to us within two weeks after we got home! The whole transaction was completely professional and perfect!
A home away from home! Forget the hotels... this is the way for a family to vacation! We would return in a heartbeat!! |
| 2. Fabulous Villa |
Motivato (Las Vegs, Nevada) |
06/2009 |
06/2009 |
We just got back from 8 nights staying at this beautiful condo/villa. The actual condo was even nicer than the pictures on the Internet. It is fully decorated and felt very homelike. The kitchen is great -- especially if you plan to cook several of your own meals; the beds are very comfortable; it's quiet, the balcony is large and has a nice side view of the ocean.
We also liked that the condo was well stocked with many basics; free parking space; internet, etc. The owners were very nice to work with and accommodating. They were quick to act and didn't drag their feet--I liked that.
The entire facility is gorgeous, quiet, and like paradise. We would go back in a heart beat!
While you are away from downtown Honolulu and Waikiki area, we still made some trips down there. We did not want to be in all the hub-ub of tourists. |
| 3. Perfect place to stay during week of my wedding! |
lanibride (Mililani, HI) |
05/2009 |
06/2009 |
This particular beach villa located at Lagoon was the perfect choice for staying in the Ko Olina resort during the week of my wedding. It added a touch of elegance to the most important day of my life! Even our wedding guests that were staying at the nearby Beach Club were impressed by this condo: the luxurious amenities, ultra-modern furnishings, and wide space. The living room couch alone (I think it was suede) was comfortable and large enough for two people to sleep on at the same time. It was so fun to cook stuff in the kitchen with all the state-of-the-art appliances.
The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, especially the Concierge, and Security. There is a bar, but only one guy was very friendly. Just a tip, you cannot bring chips and sodas to the poolside tables/bbq area by the bar, but at the middle table/bbq area it was allowed. Thank goodness they had a bell cart available for us to haul in our food supplies and luggages. This made transporting large loads a snap (I had tons of wedding stuff to hold onto until the wedding day). Security even shuttled our wedding party to Lanikuhonua for our wedding in the club car and that was so much fun and unique! We got to stay for an extra week since our families rented 3 other rooms in the villas and many others rented throughout Ko Olina Resort. We did not want our vacation at the Ko Olina Beach villas to be over.
We are kama'aina and usually visit Lagoon 4. Lagoon 2 is a much better choice if you plan to relax without the crowd and noise. There is even a resident turtle in Lagoon 2. Every time we went out there someone spotted the turtle. The villas themselves were a quiet place to relax with both a kid-friendly pool, lap pool, koi ponds, bbq grills. We bought our food from the newly built Target and Costco, just one exit away. The gym has high-tech equipment, supplies lemon water, and even has showers, a dry sauna, and a wet sauna, will all supplies needed such as body soap, shampoo & conditioner, cotton swabs, etc. You can even schedule a massage if you wanted.
In short, this condo is highly recommended, the owners were easy to work with, and we will definitely be back! |
| 4. Couldn't have been nicer!! |
coloradofamily (Colorado) |
12/2008 |
12/2008 |
| This was truly a fantastic experience for our family. The resort itself is amazing, the pools, workout center, and grounds are all top notch. The selling point for my family were the pools and the hot tubs, which were practically empty each time we went. They were unbelievably clean, and there was always someone out working on the upkeep. The lagoons were fantastic, secluded, and protected from the waves. Perfect for swimming with kids especially since it was winter. The path that leads around the lagoons was the ideal spot for a morning jog!
The condo itself was fantastic. It has beautiful furniture, great views, upscale appliances etc. We may have found that it felt a little "too nice" at times with the kids, as we worried about keeping it clean and new. But, that said, it made for the perfect getaway. The onsite staff was very accommodating, and always there to help whether it was with a hula lesson, or a music demonstration, or with advice on where to eat and shop. We felt that we were the "only" guests there, and everyone knew us by name. It could not have been any better as far as we were concerned. I have told many people about how great this was, and hope to send them to this property if they ever go to Oahu.
The owners were fantastic to work with, always prompt and helpful.
I would give this property and the owners my highest possible recommendation and we would absolutely come back if the situation ever presents itself. |
| 5. Ready to call it home! |
portland girl (Portland) |
10/2008 |
11/2008 |
| I grew up on Oahu, only a few minutes from Ko Olina, and this was my first time staying somewhere other than with family. Let me tell you, it was worth every penny!
The condo itself was beautifully appointed - it really lives up to the description the owners supply! It was comfortable and luxurious with plenty of room for 4 adults. The owners supplied everything we could need - the only things we ended up buying were food and toilet paper.
The property is quiet and beautiful. Lagoon #2 has been our spot for many years, so we loved that it was basically out our front door.
We couldn't ask for anything more! Thank you for our wonderful stay! We can't wait to go back again! |
| 6. My best vacation ever! |
San Josean (San Jose, CA) |
10/2008 |
10/2008 |
| We loved this place!!! The condo was amazing, comfortable, beautifully appointed and clean. The property was so nice, with a lovely pool and grounds, great beach that was practically private, although that might change with some upcoming new developments in the works. I could not more highly recommend this place. The owners were great to work with and very accommodating to my airline-imposed schedule. We have two small children and it was wonderful for them, the only worry was that they would spill something on the beautiful furniture. The very friendly concierge helped us with renting a crib and a high chair for a reasonable price. We never had to leave the resort (except to go to the market), and why would be want to! Our children had a blast and so did we. If we had no children and wanted more adventure and sight seeing, it might have been a different story (although I'm not sure you can beat the accommodations and privacy anywhere on the island). Having sworn never return to the tourist traps that is Waikiki, Ko Olina is exactly the place for our family for what we wanted and needed.
My only beefs (not deal-breakers by any means!) were that it was less like a home and more like a hotel. It would have been nice to have the following: a cheese, grater, a broom/dust pan to sweep up the sand that inevitably got tracked in (there is a little vacuum that helped); beach towels (we easily "borrowed" from the pool although it says do not remove towels), a beach blanket, rolling cooler, umbrella (not needed at our beach since there is plenty of shade, but would have been nice to take to other beaches), and sand toys for the kids for beach excursions; a guide to the available TV channels and some written instructions on using the entertainment system as well as the w/d, stove, and dishwasher, which were all very nice but a little complicated. The master bed has some issues. The bedding is soft and beautiful but something is wrong with the supports (I think the slats are seriously warped) that results in a large hump in the middle and sagging on both sides. We had to put pillows on each side between the mattress and box springs to keep from rolling off the bed. Even then it was still sleeping on a slant, but the amazing bedding and jet lag/total exhaustion helped ensure a pleasant night's sleep nevertheless.
Still, worth every penny and more and we will return next year (ASAP in fact) as soon as financially viable. I'm buying here after my lottery win. |
| 7. Fantastic!! |
ciscelmeier (Acworth, GA) |
06/2008 |
07/2008 |
| What a perfect vacation!! We spent two weeks in this villa and enjoyed all the comforts of home in a glorious setting. It was beautifully furnished and the resort is stunning. The pools are large, beautiful, and rarely crowded while the resort grounds are perfectly landscaped and well maintained. The beaches in the area are gorgeous and great for swimmers of all ages. We wish we could have stayed longer!! Thuha was great to work with and check in and check out was very smooth. The location makes for easy access to all parts of the island but the villa and the resort are so wonderful we rarely wanted to leave. We have been to Hawaii 3 times in 4 years and this is the first place that has earned a repeat visit. We are looking forward to returning soon! Well worth the price! |
| 8. Great place for family to stay in KO Olina |
CAKK (California) |
06/2008 |
07/2008 |
| I would say this is one of the best value you can get for your family vacation on KO Olina beach. Location is great! You can walk to the beach in minutes. Beautiful beach for kids to play. You can drive to the shopping areas of Honolulu in 20-30 minutes. It is a brand new beach condo resort. Not too many people in the pools which are very nice. This unit is well decorated and equipped for family vacationers. Owners are nice and customer oriented. Our family had a great time and WILL BE BACK. |
| 9. Wonderful Family Trip |
cinnamon5 (California) |
06/2008 |
06/2008 |
| Property Review: Because the property is so new, it was like having a place all to our own (literally!) The pools, lagoons, BBQ, work out room, etc... were so empty we felt like sole owners there. We loved the beautifully modern decorated 2 bedrooms! Owner supplied generous household items from dishes to laundry detertergent! We felt right away at home! Easy access to garage. Only thing we wished was a 2nd FOB key for more flexibility. Elevators required the FOB so it was a little crazy trying to keep a family of 5 together all the time! Other than that, we utilized everything making sure we experienced the whole place! Location is not far from all the places we wanted to visit from Pearl Harbor to Dole Plantation to Shark Cove toward the North Shore.
Owner Review: Obviously cares about his guests comfort and smooth transition to obtaining access to the property. Great communication! Great taste in decor!
Overall Review: I highly recommend to anyone (family or a couple) wanting a relaxing yet beautiful and functional place to stay while on Oahu! We hope to visit again soon! |
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