Not What We ExpectedWe booked this condo based on strong recommendations from friends and the beautiful view shown in the photos. While the view truly is spectacular, there were several things that werenât visible online that made the unit a poor fit for us.The condo is part of an older two-story building, and the exterior has multiple mismatched window A/C units and a stone stairway that feels very dated. When we arrived, the interior felt hot and stuffy. We turned on the A/C but when we returned hours laterâand even the next morningâthe unit still wasnât cool. With the warm weather, working A/C was essential.The windows facing the ocean also appeared foggy or had condensation, which made the beautiful view less clear. The second bedroom opens directly onto the main floor, which wasnât ideal for our family. In addition, the condo sits right on a busy road with only about 15 feet and some shrubs separating the front door from traffic. For our first trip to Hawaii in over 10 years, I wanted a place that felt special and safe, and the proximity to the street made me uncomfortable, especially at night.Inside, the kitchen was nicely updated, but some of the bathrooms definitely need refreshing. Another detail we didnât realize beforehand was that the