Have stayed at the Ilikai multiple times. This time my criteria was best sunset views. And that’s what we got plus great comfort.
These condos are privately owned so every unit is furnished differently unless you book through the resort directly. It’s always a plus for us location wise, we like to be away from the hustle and bustle in the middle of Waikiki and be closer to Ala Moana. We don’t rent a car since parking in Waikiki costs an arm and a leg but if you do decide to, the parking next door at the Marina has affordable overnight parking. We rented a car share this time for a day - pick up was at Ala Moana so easy.
Yes to thin towels, beddings, minimal kitchenware but all the basics were supplied. AC works fine although need to remember to close blinds in the afternoon, otherwise when you return it might be warm - we learned it right away since when we checked in @3pm, it was closed.
2 pools not overcrowded with friendly staffs, not like the overworked big hotel staffs. Pleasant surprise was the new top floor restaurant Pesca (I remember the days it was a disco lol). Fantastic views, don’t want to spread the news but $12.99 deal lunches! But wish they will do well to stay open so I’m revealing the secret.
Happy with the management company. correspondence is timely. JFYI for mgmt, Only worry was top part of the microwave kept on falling off. It was taped on. Not a major issue, as long as it works and they didn’t charge us so all good. Will returnmahalo!