| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 16 positive, 0 negative]
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| 11/19/09 |
Positive
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Stayed at the Pink Plumeria for only 5 days - not long enough. It is a beautiful, well equipped suite. I don't think there was anything you could have needed that wasn't there. The location is perfect. It a 6 min. walk along the Marina and beach to the Hilton Hawaiian Village and the fantastic Rainbow Lanai breakfast buffet. Easy access to busses to The Ala Moana Center. Car rental across the street.
Easy parking in a well secured parking garage. Parking on G level, takes you right into the hall of the suite. Property manager very helpful and nice. We would definately book with Rex and Erica again. Thanks again Sonja |
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David & Sonja Stanger, Vancouver, British Columbia |
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Homeowner Response:
Mahalo David and Sonja. It was pleasure dealing with you both as well. We will see you again next time.
Rex and Erica
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| 09/17/09 |
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| We had a wonderful stay at the Pink Plumeria. We have been to Waikiki multiple times, but it was so much more relaxing staying here. We were still with in reach of all that Waikiki has to offer but also enjoyed being so close to the Ala Moana area. The property was beautiful and Rex was great to work with. We hope to stay here again soon! |
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Nicole & Jeremy, Seattle, WA
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Homeowner Response:
Mahalo to you Nicole. I am glad we were able to work out the play-and-pack so that everything worked out for you! We are always pleased when guests have a totally pono time.
A hui hou!
Rex and Erica
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| 06/13/09 |
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| There’s something about the Pink Plumeria that left me feeling I had returned home, and that I was well taken care of. I suppose because trusting Rex and Erica had not made any financial compromises when they decorated, furnished and stocked the amenities into this condo. It was not long during my month’s visit that I started feeling as if I was one of Hawaii’s Trust Babies, the descendents of the plantation owners and shipping barons, or from the royal line of Kamehameha. Each morning I would look out the bedroom window or lanai beyond the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor, and felt a sense of ownership to the vast Pacific Ocean. I used the binoculars to check out Waikiki Beach to the left, and Ala Moana Beach Park to the right. Which beach shall I go to? Shall I walk or drive? If I drove I walked a mere 40 steps to our car in the spacious and clean garage, without ever using an elevator. And, during my month’s stay I rarely saw other residents, perhaps only 3 times. How good is that? I retired late every night, about midnight, 1 AM or later, just to hear the silence along the shoreline and stare at the shimmering reflection of the Harbor lights on the calm waters as a soft breeze blew over me. I could have used the quiet air conditioner for the living room or bedroom, but I preferred creating a soft island breeze by carefully situating the floor fans and turning on the ceiling fan. You are returning home when you enter the Pink Plumeria so bring only your clothes and shoes; the condo has everything you need and more. |
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The Castells |
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Homeowner Response:
Mahalo nui for the kind words, and especially thanks to you, Sandra, for the wonderfully written communications and comments you sent to us!
Ho'omaika'i!
Rex and Erica
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| 03/05/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
NOTE: Diane was unable to get the website to accept this comment, so I am
posting it here for her.
Comment Text: We have had a wonderful vacation in Rex's apartment. Rex
certainly has an eye for detail. The condo was so well equiped it was
unbelievable. Everything from the coffee grinder to an excercise mat and
dumbells to cellotape and envelopes. Truly a home from home at the highest
standard. We are now spoilt for accomodation elswhere. Not only that but
the personal touch from Rex himself and also the every day contact with Lila
who looks after the condo for Rex. She really made our stay wonderful and
ensured that we wanted for nothing. As it is now cold in the UK please
please take us back to paradise!! Cant wait for our next vacation.
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Diane and Basil Davis
Brinkworth UK
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| 11/08/08 |
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I just thought I would write you a short thank you. My wife Cheryl and I stayed at your Pink Plumeria condo from Oct 13th to 25th this year. We are just getting organized at home after our trip and I wanted to let you know that your condo was awesome! We had such a good time and your place was a superb location to stay. The amenities were outstanding and we were certainly impressed with all that was provided. The finishing of the condo, specifically the kitchen, reminded us of our own home and as a result made us feel very welcome.
The thought you have put into this place for guests was most definitely appreciated and Lila was very helpful. We especially found the binder to be of great value and it helped us in planning a number of our days.
After spending the day trekking around or being on the beach it was wonderful to come back to such a great place, have a drink, prepare dinner and on Friday's watch the fireworks from the lanai. You did not miss a thing putting this together and we can hardly wait to return. Unfortunately, it will have to be at least a year before we can make it back that way again.
Thanks again for all your information and making a 25th Wedding Anniversary very special.
Tim and Cheryl |
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Tim and Cheryl |
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Homeowner Response:
Mucho mahalos Tim and Cheryl! We really do try and keep up on the condo and the services, and it gives us super satisfaction when our guests have as much fun on Oahu as we do!
A hui hou!
Rex and Erica
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| 09/06/08 |
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Rex,
Thank you for the wonderful condo. My family (2adults and 2 kids) stayed at the Pink Plumeria in July 2008 for 11 days. We absolutely loved it! Your condo was exactly as you stated it was on your website. It was extremely clean and very, very well taken care of. We appreciated all the little extras like boogie boards, goggles, beach mats, maps, guides, bags, beach towels, etc. Everything we needed we found in the condo. The view from the condo was amazing! We especially liked watching the large boats coming into the harbor, the surfers and the sunsets. Having the parking garage attached to the building made it easy for us to get to the condo, especially when you have groceries to carry. The condo had all the amenities you stated, no surprises. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen well stocked with utensils. Lila was helpful in accommodating our late evening arrival. She checked on us from time to time to see if we needed anything. The location of the condo could not be better. About 5 minute walk to Waikiki beach, 5-10 minute drive to Ala Moana Shopping Center, Sam's Club, Walmart. It made it easy for us to explore easily and avoid some of the traffic. We especially appreciated having wi-fi in the condo. We were able to stay in touch with our families and lookup activities/events happening on the island. Your condo was truly a home away from home for my family. You were prompt in all our email exchanges and very helpful with all my questions. This was my first time using vrbo and was very pleased all around. When we get back to Oahu, because it was truly wonderful, we will definitely stay at the Pink Plumeria again. Thank you so much Rex for everything!
Anna
Tempe, Arizona
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Anna, Tempe, Arizona
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Homeowner Response:
Mahalo for your comments Anna. Lila said you and your family had a really good time and left the condo in super good condition. Come back soon!
With much Aloha,
Rex
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| 05/31/08 |
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Rex: Returned last week from the Pink Plumeria. Your place was just like home only better b/c we were in beautiful Waikiki. We love to go exploring so we really liked that you had the local maps, bus schedules, etc. on hand. They were a plus to us. The Oahu guidebook was like our Bible for the week. Having Internet access was also great. Your kitchen was beautiful. We didn't get to try out our culinary skills in it; there were just too many good restaurants in the area to try out. The hard part was deciding what to have and where to go each night.
This is my first experience using Vrbo. At first, I was a bit apprehensive but you have been wonderful. I sure hope everyone on Vrbo is as nice and attentive to deal with as you have been.
If we make it back to Waikiki in the future, I will think of you first. Many Mahalos for such a pleasant stay.
Jan/Steve
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Jan/Steve Hubscher, Bridgewater, NJ
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Homeowner Response:
Aloha Jan and Steve,
Thanks for the maikai (good) comments, and for leaving the condo in such nice condition. Erica. Lila, and I really appreciate that. We are totally stoked that you had such a fun time, and thanks also for keeping in such awesome contact with us. It's the little things like that, that can make such a difference!
A hui hou,
Rex
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| 02/18/08 |
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Rex,
We just returned from a month's stay at your condo. We have been coming to Hawaii every year for the past 15 years and the Pink Plumeria is by far the best place we have stayed in. We've seen lots of condos in Waikiki and your renovations are top notch. You've outfitted the condo with excellent, very comfortable furnishings, beautiful granite countertop, two T.V.'s, and lots of dishes, towels, andd everything you'd ever need for the beach. I particularly appreciated the Internet access. I was able to check the frosty weather temperatures in Canada, while we enjoyed Hawaii's heat and sunshine.
Great Place. I'd highly recommend to anyone, and we'll book it for our next trip to Hawaii.
Jeff & Peggy |
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Homeowner Response:
Jeff and Peggy,
Mucho mahalos to you both. Yes the Weather Channel said it was quite frosty up in Canada and California was kinda chilly as well. We thought of you on the warm and toasty beach every time we got hit by another storm.
Mahalo nui for the nice comments.
Rex and Erica
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| 01/15/08 |
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Rex, Your condo is everything and more that I thought it would be! This is a condo that has had a lot of thought put into it.We were impressed with the number of towels that were in the bathroom, the umbrellas and the little extras in the closet,this is a quality condo and we loved every minute of our stay there.
We will spread the word about the Pink Plumeria.
Hope you get to spend some time there yourself!
Mahalo,
Donna and Alan Cheung
P.S. watched Blue Hawaii and From here to Eternity I recommend that your future guests watch them too! |
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Donna Cheung, Winnipeg, Mb. Canada
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Homeowner Response:
Such kind words! Mahalo to you and Alan for being great guests. Regarding the movies, yes they are pretty fun especially when you can go right out and compare the locales. We now have the first season of Hawaii Five-0 for the condo as well.
Aloha,
Rex
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| 01/13/08 |
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| This condo is awesome! It is really well equipped. You can cook and bake anything in their beautiful kitchen. It has internet access, movies to watch, beach chairs, towels and don't forget to look in their binder of suggestions. It is walking distance to great shopping and the beach. The beds are comfortable. There is only great things to say about this place...I highly recommend it! :D Thank you for letting us stay there and accommodating our last minute needs. |
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Anonymous, California |
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Homeowner Response:
Mahalo to you too, and thanks for mentioning the suggestions in the binder. My wife Erica lived on Oahu for five years, so the suggestions in the binder have been kama aina tested!
Aloha!
Rex
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| 01/11/08 |
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We have just arrived home from 14 days at the "Pink Plumeria". What a fabulous place to spend the Christmas holidays! This was our first time booking through VRBO and it was an absolute pleasure dealing with Rex. He was extremely prompt in answering my emails from the initial contact to the end.... we really appreciated that. Lila - the property manager was very helpful and very professional. The condo has EVERYTHING and it's BEAUTIFUL!! The location is excellent as well... walking distance to the mall, the park and downtown. Rex, thanks for everything and we definately would love to stay there again.
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Karen & Len Ames, B.C. Canada
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Homeowner Response:
Mahalo nui to you Karen for your thoughtful comments. Thanks for being such considerate guests! Also, thanks for updating my knowledge of Canadian Rock and Roll history!
A hui hou!
Rex and Erica
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| 07/11/07 |
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Rex- My job takes me all over the world
(50+ countries, and I almost always stay in 4 or 5 star properties. I would put your condo in the 5 star category for the view (loved watching the boats and the water), the amenities and decor, and also the location (close in, yet away from the crowds).
Your condo is "awesome", and it was so easy to settle in and feel at home. We haven't even been back to our home for a week yet, and Jim is aleady asking when we can go back and stay in your condo again.
Mahalo Rex & Erica for sharing your beautiful condo with us.
Linda (Jim) Shoemaker
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Jim & Linda Shoemaker, Bellevue, WA |
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Homeowner Response:
Linda, Mahalo nui for your comments. We are happy and gratified that you, Jim, and Melani had a fun, aloha-fiulled vacation! Ua pono no! (It's all good!)
Rex and Erica
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| 07/06/07 |
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Rex,
Thank you for a fabulous stay at Waikiki in your condo! The condo has all of the comforts of home, and the view of the Marina is enchanting. We spent many hours sitting at the dining room table enjoying the view and watching the boats. You have thought of nearly everything in amenities. First, I was welcomed with fresh flowers on the table and a bowl of tropical fruit! I later discovered the condo was filled with quality accommodations. For example the refrigerator, blender, TV, stereo, towels, sheets, etc. were all top notch. We also really appreciated the ample number of dishes. It was very convenient to have the ABC store across the street so that we could dine in when we wanted to. We frequently truly enjoyed relaxing and being “at home”.
Aside from resting in the condo, I found that it is perfectly situated for both attendance at the Convention Center and for enjoying the fun of Waikiki beach or the Ala Moana park. My conference at the Convention Center was about a 15 minute walk, which is about the shortest walk for any hotel/condo that boarders the ocean. We made the short 5 minute walk to Waikiki several times a day, and later discovered the beauty and calm beach at the Ala Moana park. Although so many things were within walking distance, we did appreciate the ability to park our rental car just steps away from the condo on the same floor.
Finally, Lila was very pleasant to work with, and very welcoming!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the “Pink Plumeria”, and we hated to leave!
Thanks again!
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Melani Plett, Bellevue, WA |
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Homeowner Response:
Mucho mahalos to you Melani and to your mom! Thanks for leaving our condo is such nice condition...awaiting your return!
Rex
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| 06/20/07 |
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| 06/19/07 We've just returned from a 7 day stay at the Pink Plumeria and were really impressed with this condo, night and day nicer then the condo that we rented in Maui. The Pink Plumeria looked brand new, totally re-done with quality appointments and tastefully decorated. We cooked most of our meals in the condo and were surprised at how well the kitchen was supplied with dishware and cookware. The location was perfect, we were able to walk to most places and it was in the quieter section of the city and only a few blocks from the convention center. And the ocean views are just spectacular. My wife and I would rent this unit again in in minute based on our experience. Many thanks to owner Rex Walters and condo manager Lila - they could not have been nicer! |
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Matt Robertson, Phoenix, AZ 85048
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Homeowner Response:
Mahalo to you Matt! Guests like you are da kine, and make it all fun and worthwhile!
Rex
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| 05/30/07 |
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05/29/07 We've just returned from a 9 day stay at the Pink Plumeria and were really impressed with this condo! It is totally re-done with quality appointments and tastefully decorated
(tropical without being "kitchy"). We were impressed with how comfortable the furnishings are. The kitchen is also well supplied with dishware and cookware. I traveled with my 20 yr old daughter and we appreciated the pull-out
privacy door to separate the bedroom & living room. The location is perfect if you want to be in Waikiki but in a quieter section of the city. And the ocean views are just spectacular - we live in the Palm Springs desert area, so viewing the ocean was truly enjoyable. Many thanks to owner Rex Walters and condo manager Lila - they could not have been nicer! We will definitely stay here next time we are lucky enough to be on Oahu! |
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G. Ludwig, La Quinta, CA
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Homeowner Response:
Mahalo nui for your comments. We very much enjoyed having you as a guest. BTW, thanks for leaving our condo in such good order!
Rex
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| 02/04/07 |
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After my long research of comparing other condo units and hotel rooms, we have no regrets that we chose this beautifully renovated unit. We also enjoyed its very convenient location to Ala Moana Shopping Center, Kuhio
Ave. Kalakaua Ave. Sam's, Walmart, and the beaches are just minutes away. We
didn't cook anything at all, because there are so many choices of restaurants around the Ilikai area. After we enjoyed good food, we walk back to our unit or get the bus at AMSC (the biggest bus and trolley stop here) to explore other places within Honolulu or other areas of the island. We had view of the wonderful sunsets over the harbor from the couch in the condo. We were blessed with great weather & had a terrific time. We really appreciate the super friendly service by Rex and Lila throughout this vacation. We will definitely keep this unit in mind for our future needs! We will return, soon. Bob and
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Anonymous, Birmingham, AL |
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Homeowner Response:
Yoko was a total blast to deal with and helped me improve my fledgling Japanese! We are so pleased that she and Bob and their family had so much fun! They definitely seem like ohana to us now!
Rex
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| 01/25/07 |
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Thank you Rex...We had so much fun. The condo
was perfectly situated for visiting with Kristen and
Ariel. Their boat was directly in front of us so it
was easy to shuttle between the two. They hung
out with us after work and we went for drinks and
pupu's on the dock with the locals. It was like
being at home, only warm & sunny! I especially
liked being able to walk to either Waikiki or Ala
Moana beach. I also appreciated how clean and
well equipped the condo was. It was easy to feel
very, very comfortable there. Thanks!
Bruce & Caroline |
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Anonymous |
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Homeowner Response:
Mahalo Bruce and Caroline! You were sooo easy and fun to work with, and left our condo in super-great condition. You are welcome back any time!
Rex
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