Magnificent Ocean View Penthouse, free parking @ Waikiki Banyan
About this condo rental
Located in Honolulu, this attractive condo for $390 per night is a great choice for your next break. Enjoy being on top of the world and just one block from Waikiki's best beach. Our one bedroom beach house has breath taking panoramic ocean views from front and side windows, a separate fully equipped kitchen, 50" flat screen Smart T.V., large lanai facing the ocean, free WIFI and cable. As this suite is the penthouse level of 'The Diamond Stack' at the Waikiki Banyan, it is 60 sq. feet larger than other suites and offers three more windows and higher ceilings creating a larger living space. Our newly remodeled bathroom is a great addition to our clean and comfortable penthouse in paradise. There is a view from almost everywhere in the apartment. Open all the blinds and enjoy seeing large expanses of Waikiki. Sit up in bed and the ocean view awaits you... The mirrored dining table wall allows you to see the view even if you're not looking directly out the window. This is a premier view condo. If you are a boogie boarder or surfer you can look out and view the surf break. Look through the binoculars and maybe you'll be lucky enough to spot a whale. Our condo is both romantic and family friendly for all ages. We have created a relaxing and comfortable Hawaiian style environment that is welcoming and fun. As soon as you walk through the door you will be amazed at the view and feeling of Aloha. Our condo has high quality Egyptian 1800 thread soft linens, a well stocked kitchen with pots, pans, rice cooker, toaster, microwave, coffee maker, slow cooker, and full size stove and refrigerator. The wood floors are cool and clean and perfect for a home by the beach. The large dining table is ready for you to enjoy a home cooked meal or just walk a few short steps to find a huge variety of take-out, casual and fine dining. If you can tear yourself away from the spectacular view in the penthouse suite, you can walk a block to the most beautiful beach, the famous Honolulu Zoo, peaceful and majestic Kapiolani Park, the Aquarium, Aloha Shell, the International Marketplace, the Ali Wai golf course and all the upscale and fun shopping on Kalakaua Avenue. The efficient Bus stops within a block and provides affordable transportation to Chinatown, Diamond Head, the Ala Moana Shopping Center, Ward Center and the movie complex located there, the Academy of Fine Arts, Bishop Museum, Iolani Palace, Pearl Harbor, and The Bus completely circles the island if you want to visit the North Shore, Lanikai, Kahala and every area you may want to explore. The Waikiki Banyan is a top rated resort that features a recreation deck with a large swimming pool, lounge chairs, 2 hot tubs with jets, a snack bar, tennis, pickleball court and basketball courts, very clean coin operated BBQ grills with outdoor seating. On the pool level there are also restrooms, showers and dressing area with saunas. The lobby features a beautiful waterfall and koi pond as well as a mini mart, coffee house/juice bar/sandwich shop with WIFI, copier and printer, and wonderful historic Hawaiian framed photos that you will enjoy viewing. The bank of 4 elevators will swiftly return you to the top floor and your home in Hawaii. We have created a notebook of our favorite hikes, restaurants, open organic markets, free classes, unpublished tours, events, etc. for our guests. We want you to have the best experience possible while visiting our Island. We will meet you upon arrival to give you the keys and acquaint you with the condo and amenities and we're close by if you need anything during your stay. Free parking is included, $35 a night value. Tax ID # TA-042-117-3248-01 GET # GE-042-117-3248-01 Short Term Rental Permit # 2211-CCH-0131 Keywords: PENTHOUSE, CONDO, BEACH HOUSE, PANORAMIC VIEW, WAIKIKI BANYAN, OCEAN VIEW, PARADISE, HONOLULU, PACIFIC OCEAN, LANAI, JACUZZI, RESORT, CONDOMINIUM, WHALE WATCHING, CORNER CONDO, HAWAII, OAHU, VACATION RENTAL, BEACH HOUSE, KAPIOLANI PARK, DIAMOND HEAD
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Map of Honolulu, HI
Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(203 Reviews)
10.0
We stayed at this penthouse for a week. It was great. Breathtaking views, great location, free parking and no one above to keep you up at night :) Beaches, stores, restaurants and zoo were walking distance away.
Dealing with the host was always a pleasure. We would definitely return in the future.
10.0
Condo was in a great location, close to everything and Marilyn was the best host! She met us for check-in and showed us around her condo. It had everything there we needed. Would definitely stay there again.
5.0
Marilyn was incredibly accommodating, great communicator, and full of good tips and information about both the condo and the area. Any questions we had. She answered them right away, and the condo was well supplied with the basics that you will need for a comfortable stay on Waikiki.
5.0
Marilyn is the best host. We enjoyed meeting her and appreciated all of the personal touches. The condo had everything we needed, and provided an absolutely fabulous view. The bed was very comfortable, and we really loved being able to open windows to enjoy the lovely breezes.
5.0
We have stayed here on our last several visits. It has been so wonderful to settle in and enjoy that view.
The condo has had everything we need and Marilyn has been very easy to work with.
Would love to be there now!
5.0
Excellent
5.0
Great view and location, with a well stocked apartment with everything you’d need ( including a pack and play for a baby!)
5.0
Marilyn was very responsive with all our last minute changes due to the Maui Fires. On check-in she explained the features of the condo as well as the parking process. The collection of information in the binder with events, restaurants was helpful.
Overall excellent Host
Thanks again Tommy and Cathy
5.0
We stayed at the condo for a week and it was a wonderful location with parking which is tough to come by! It had everything you could need and the view was amazing. Icing on the cake was our incredible host! She went above and beyond for us and we’re so grateful we picked this spot!
5.0
From booking to leaving our stay at this condo, made our vacation a little piece of heaven on earth. The owners went out of their way to make sure that we had everything that we need. She met us at the Waikiki. Banyan, ran up the parking to meet us in our parking spot, and personally took us on a tour of the condo.
We had to change our dates for booking and she was extremely friendly and accommodating. She even sent us a welcome video prior to arrival.
I have been using VRBO for many years and have stayed at numerous locations. This wonderful couple was by far the best ever!!!
5.0
Great view! The unit is well stocked including beach toys, fins, boogie boards. Short walk to beach and restaurants.
5.0
This condo is on the 39th floor overlooking waikiki and the view is awesome. Marilyn is very helpful checking you in with free parking. Highly recommend it if you want a condo at the beach!
4.0
Conveniently located and beautiful view of Waikiki and Diamond head. The unit has all the amenities we needed for our stay. Nice and breezy from all the windows in this corner unit.
The complex’s pool needs updating and it was closed for two days while we were there.
Very fast WiFi but the TV was difficult to operate with multiple remote controls.
All and all the place is comfortable and our host Marilyn is very courteous and helpful with all the information. Mahalo!
5.0
Condo is perfect and has a great view. Located nearby beach and activities we had booked.
5.0
We have really enjoyed our time in this apartment in Waikiki. It felt like home when we returned after a day of exploring. It had everything we needed and lovely views with cooling breezes from two sides. Parking for our car rental was good too.
Marilyn was a great communicator with good advice. She pulled out all stops to get us into the apartment earlier to make it easier for our earlier flight arrival. We would stay here again, highly recommended.
5.0
Really nice place in waikiki with great view.
5.0
Marilyn’s apartment on the top floor of the Waikiki Banyan was perfect for us, a couple in our 60s. The views from the 38th floor are great both of the ocean in front (a great view from the bed and living room!) and Diamondhead from the side. It is a very comfortable apartment perfect for a couple. The location is great just a block or so off of the main drag and a five minute walk to the beach. Condo is well equipped and the furniture was pretty comfortable. you could never get a hotel room with a view like this in Waikiki for this price. I would certainly rent this apartment again if we come back to Waikiki.
5.0
Everything about this stay was amazing. The owner met us at the condo and gave us a full tour. She was amazing and helpful. The condo is everything we could of hoped for. We cant wait to stay here again.
5.0
We had a wonderful time staying at Marilyn's place. It has a spectacular view, east and southwest. Great location, can walk to heart of Waikiki & beaches in 10 min. Place was spacious, comfortable, and nice kitchen. Appreciated use of beach supplies & ice chest. Free parking is a major plus. Elevators can be slow during busy periods, with waits up to 15 minutes. We had a car, but a public bus stop is in front of building.
We will stay here on our next trip if available.
Mahalo Marilyn
5.0
The views here are epic and the location is wonderful, the hostess is the sweetest person you will ever meet! She communicates promptly, welcomes you and shows you around giving you invaluable tips and she is full of knowledge of all the questions you might have for your vacation. She has everything you need, so check-in before you go grocery shopping or rent beach gear. The reviews are spot on here, it really is a great penthouse to rent. Just a short stroll to the beach and waking up to the great views, you almost don't want to go explore the rest of the island. But with free parking, you should definitely rent a car and go see some of the beauty of Oahu, it is stunning. We love Maui, Kauai, and now Oahu is definitely one of our favorites! And we will stay here next time!
5.0
I have been a returning guest in Marilyn and Robert’s vacation rental for many years now. At first it was because I felt safe in their condo. The view is sensational. It comes with parking. The location is perfect - right in the heart of Waikiki. But as the years passed Marilyn and Robert became friends, and I wouldn’t stay any place else.
You won’t find a better vacation rental to stay at in Waikiki, believe me I’ve stayed in many before finding the Magnificent Ocean View Penthouse. You won’t be disappointed that is a guarantee!
Mahalo for always making my vacation a dream.
5.0
I had a wonderful stay at Marilyn's penthouse apartment. The condo has the most unbelievable views of Waikiki! Marilyn was such a gracious host (I had some ph troubles when I first arrived and she patiently waited for me to turn up - sorry again!!) Marilyn was also a ph call away if you needed tips on what to do or help with anything in the condo. The penthouse has everything you need and more - towels, toiletries, beach gear, full kitchen supplies - the list goes on. I would absolutely recommend staying here & being treated to a wonderful experience by Marilyn!
5.0
Close to everything and walked a lot
5.0
Host Marilyn prepared snacks for us before we arrived. She met us in person and explained to us how to use the property. The view is excellent. AC is cold. Place is clean. We walk to beach and shopping, restaurants. We had a group of 4 and the air mattress provided enough beds. We like the rental and the owner.
5.0
Beautiful place to stay with amazing views. Marilyn is a wonderful host. She had some snacks for us and water. That was very nice ☺️ Thank you so much. I loved your place and it was a pleasure meeting you. You are such a wonderful lady!
5.0
Marilyn was a pleasure to work with. Condo was very clean and felt welcoming. Great location. Views are amazing. Highly recommend.
5.0
Everything was great start to finish. Marilyn was awesome she explained everything in detail and was available if we needed her. Would rent again! The view was astonishing !!!
5.0
Two words describe this condo: unreal views!! Marilyn has created a comfortable condo with breathtaking views of Waikiki Beach and the Pacific ocean. So often I caught my kids and myself staring out the windows, enjoying the aqua and teal waters of Hawaii. And being located on the top, corner floor meant we could open up side windows that allowed the Tradewinds to blow through the condo and cool things down quickly. Of course, sometimes the Tradewinds weren't there and the wall A/C cooled things down just fine.
By the way, if you can pry your eyes away from the view, the beach is only a block away. It was so delightful to take morning walks with my wife and enjoy the cool air and warm waves lapping up on the our feet. Plus, it was easy to borrow the beach chairs and boogie boards Marilyn let us use and walk past all the cars trying to find parking spots.
One more perk: the side window outside the bedroom and kitchen have stellar views of Diamond Head. Plus, watching the sunrise through these windows was a great way to begin our day since we woke up so early due to the time difference.
We really enjoyed our stay and hope we can visit again some day soon! Aloha and Mahalo!
PS - free parking and fast WiFi!!
5.0
This was an AWESOME home base for our family vacation! Conveniently located for walking to the beach, restaurants & stores. It had everything we needed & MORE. The views were mesmerizing. We got to take in all of its beauty daily.
Marilyn is wonderful & very communicative.
We will definitely try to stay here again when we come back.
5.0
A beautiful condo in a convenient building, woth all you could need. We used the provided beach umbrella every day!
Marilyn was a great host!
5.0
If you're looking for a perfectly situated Waikiki rental with a view, this is the place for you! The condo is clean with a Hawaiian vibe. The welcoming gifts were a special touch along with all the necessities for a beach vacation-chairs, umbrella, coolers, toys etc. More importantly, the owner offers advice, Oahu knowledge and help when you need it. She's just a text away.
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay in the well located Banyan Waikiki. Amazing views from the top story. No long waits for elevators. Everything on the doorstep. Marilyn went out of her way to ensure we were comfortable. The apartment was fine for 4 adults. We used sofa bed and blow up mattress. Bathroom very compact and furniture a little tired but perfectly usable. But did I mention the views!!!!
5.0
Perfect Place
The condo was everything one could want!
The view was amazing, location was perfect.
The owner was very helpful.
Hopefully we can return some day.
Thank you Marilyn!
5.0
Fantastic place to stay!
Family of three stayed here and it was the perfect amount of space for all of us. This is the perfect location with so much to walk to and the beach just a few blocks away. The views out every window are breathtaking and the check-in/check-out is a breeze. Book this place. You’ll be happy you did!
5.0
Just as expected
Everything was perfect! The view was absolutely amazing and nothing like I’ve seen before. The location was great. Just a block down to the beach and Waikiki shopping. Marilyn meets you and shows you the ropes because it would be a little confusing to explain it in writing. Thank you so much for a great experience!
5.0
Check-in process was a breeze as Marilyn met us and helped us park. The parking pass is great for car renters and location is a great starting point for any adventures on the island. Easy walk to the beach and beach equipment very useful. Condo is very comfortable with great views from anywhere, even in the kitchen. Bed is super comfortable, really slept well while there, and son used inflatable mattress and said very comfortable. Next time we come to Hawaii this will be the first place we check for availability.
5.0
Great Views and Location
Check-in process was a breeze as Marilyn met us and helped us park. The parking pass is great for car renters and location is a great starting point for any adventures on the island. Easy walk to the beach and beach equipment very useful. Condo is very comfortable with great views from anywhere, even in the kitchen. Bed is super comfortable, really slept well while there, and son used inflatable mattress and said very comfortable. Next time we come to Hawaii this will be the first place we check for availability.
5.0
Marilyn and the view were wonderful. Marilyn was so hospitable/accommodating and even reached out to us to offer a later checkout. It's a penthouse so the view was to die for. I would wake up in the morning and look out the window to my left and see Diamond Head and then look out the extra wide window in the front of the bed and see ocean. What more could you ask for???? I would highly recommend staying here.
5.0
Fantastic View!
Marilyn and the view were wonderful. Marilyn was so hospitable/accommodating and even reached out to us to offer a later checkout. It's a penthouse so the view was to die for. I would wake up in the morning and look out the window to my left and see Diamond Head and then look out the extra wide window in the front of the bed and see ocean. What more could you ask for???? I would highly recommend staying here.
5.0
Booking the condo was a breeze and meeting the property manager was even more amazing. She was extremely helpful in getting us checked in and made sure that our stay was as enjoyable as possible. Highly recommend renting this condo as it is right in the heart of Waikiki with beaches just a couple minutes walk away. The views are incredible !
FAQs
How much does this condo cost compared to others in Honolulu?
The average price for a rental in Honolulu is $304 per night. This rental is $86 above the average.
Is parking included with this condo?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Magnificent Ocean View Penthouse, free parking @ Waikiki Banyan . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this condo?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Magnificent Ocean View Penthouse, free parking @ Waikiki Banyan . Enjoy the water!
Is Magnificent Ocean View Penthouse, free parking @ Waikiki Banyan pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this condo is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Magnificent Ocean View Penthouse, free parking @ Waikiki Banyan ?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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