Napili-Honokowai, Hawaii hotel rooms at the Independent

"Best view ever! Loved to be as close to the water as possible and 40 feet is great. The carpet needs replacing and the unit is old. But I was fine with that. Was out walking and snorkeling most of the time. "

"Not the fanciest condo and a bit warm inside but it was clean and the location was great. Easy access to the beach and walking distance to shops, coffee and a food truck park."

"Upon check in, the receptionist was very friendly and knowledgeable. I was very surprised at the $200.00 cleaning fee, on a $200 a night condo. I don’t mind the $400 total, but it should be upfront. It’s a ground floor condo, garden view, and I thought it was a great deal, but for $400 I could have an ocean view room. I only needed it for one night, and it was fine for that. Just feel that all fees should be up front. The staff was excellent and atentive."

"We had an incredible stay at this beautiful property. The home was spacious and well-appointed, offering plenty of room for everyone to relax comfortably. Located in a gated community, we felt secure and appreciated the added sense of privacy and exclusivity. One of the absolute highlights was the private beach access—just a short walk away and never crowded. It felt like our own slice of paradise where we could unwind and enjoy the ocean without the usual tourist hustle. The landscaping and...

"Great communication with the host asked how our stay was and checked on us to see if we needed anything."