PLEASE READ my detailed honest review. I will start with, I am a loyal Hilton honors member and I always select a hotel from the Hilton chain when available. I went with the Hilton Modern for a few reasons. I knew the hotel was older based on other reviews. I care more about a clean room than some of the amenities that this hotel lack. I'll list based on pros and cons: Pros: Location Location Location. Easy to access and a short walk to the beach. If you have mobility issues, there is a sidewalk all the way to the ocean/beach and it leads around to other hotel locations next door. It's okay to visit the other hotels, none of them can stop you from entering the beach connected to the hotel based on law. Con: The Modern, doesn't have as many food options and shops in it as all the other hotels within walking distance. The Ilikia is right next door and they have a fabulous coffee shop. Just don't order the Truffle waffel (Yuck). But the coffee is great along with other breakfast on the go options. Pro: There is a steak house across the street on the corner from the hotel. It's so close, that even if you have a car, it makes no sense to get in the car; leave it parked in the Modern hotel garage. Another pro: The parking garage is very convenient. I did rent a car against everyone's advice due to the cost and parking cost. Here's a tip. Sign up for hilton honnors program. It's free. That way you get 3 more dollars per day off the $35 per day cost to park your car. While that may be a con for some, The Modern is actually the cheaper of all the others who charge $40-$55 per night. It was worth for me when visiting other parts of the island like the north shore. Here's a con for the room: Why in the heck did they design this room with 12-18 in wide wood shutters on each side of the bathroom mirror that go all the way from the counter to the ceiling. Let me be clear, their are two openings in the wall between the bedroom and the bathroom. Why is this a big deal...even with the shutters closed (AND WHY WOULD THEY EVER BE OPEN)...you have to mask the sound of farts and running liquids of all kinds while sharing the space. Just weird. I've stayed in hiltons all over the country and I've never seen anything like it. You can see this in the images on their website and I'll try to upload it. The beds were platform beds. So if you have trouble getting up from low profile sofas or beds, get ready for the double room low profile with no balcony. Balconies are for king rooms only I was told. When it says "partial view of the ocean" believe them. It's just partial, while you're standing in the window peeping out for a few secs. It's not like you'll stand or sit their glaring for long. So save yourself the extra few bucks if you can. Pro: The views are amazing from the shared pool patio decks and any rooms that have a view. You'll be wowed by the many boats in the marina with a backdrop of the most amazing sunset! Pro: This hotel was on the lower cost end. Con: It's REALLY dark in the hallway when exiting the elevator. Pro: There is a ton of parking available in the garage (at least it was during my week there in the last week of January 24). Easy to get in and out. Pro: The hotel is in walking distance of lots of fun hotels that cost a lot more. Why pay to stay there, when you can just walk over daily. Pro: The most beautiful indoor/outdoor shopping mall is on the same street less than 5 minutes away. Which is great if it's a rainy day and you can't go to the beach. The mall has every high end designer store and moderate and Low budget like a Marshalls and Ross attached to it. Imagine Fendi to Ross...unheard of. There are 2 large food courts with fabulous options including Hawaiian and Asian selections. Pro: The staff was friendly and helpful. You get two bottles per room free per day with a coupon voucher. Overall, I would stay there again based on location and cost. Not because it's a "modern" building. The shutters in the bathroom, have me confused still. Also, all pictures on their site around the property is exactly how it looks.