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Royal Kona Resort

3.5 star property
Beach hotel with spa, near Hulihee Palace

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Reflective pool overlooking the sea, perfect for relaxation. | Royal Kona Resort
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Sun-kissed resort nestled by the sea, offering a serene escape with its infinity pool and luxurious accommodations. | Royal Kona Resort

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is $295
includes taxes & fees
$250 per night
Mar 6 - Mar 7

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Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Ocean View Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 390 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Oceanfront)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Partial Ocean View Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 390 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Oceanfront Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 390 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740

What's nearby

  • Kailua Pier - 16 min walk
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 16 min walk
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 18 min walk
  • Magic Sands Beach - 6 min drive
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On The Rocks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Papa Kona - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Island Lava Java Kona - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Laverne's Sports Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gecko Girlz Shave Ice - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Royal Kona Resort

At Royal Kona Resort, you can spend time at the beach getting a beach massage, plus you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Kailua Pier. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. Don The Beachcomber serves breakfast and dinner, and the bar is a great place to grab a drink. Other features include a fitness center, a terrace, and a garden. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Filipino, Japanese

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 436 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured onsite self parking (USD 25.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Tennis lessons
  • Yoga classes
  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Computer station
  • Conference space (5403 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 1968
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Pool access ramp on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Lotus Center Spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Don The Beachcomber - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Don's Mai Tai Bar - This bar is located on the beach. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 29.49 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Fitness center access
    • Fitness/yoga classes
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room safe
    • Internet access (may be limited)
    • Phone calls (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 24.00 per person

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from March 8 2024 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Parking

  • Secured self parking costs USD 25.00 per day with in/out privileges

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
State tax ID - TA-130-995-4048-01
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Kona Resort
Kona Royal
Kona Royal Resort
Royal Kona
Royal Kona Resort
Royal Resort Kona
Royal Kona Resort Kailua-kona
Royal Kona Kailua-kona
Royal Kona Kailua
Royal Kona Resort Hotel
Royal Kona Hotel Kailua-kona
Royal Kona Resort Kailua-Kona
Royal Kona Resort Hotel Kailua-Kona
Royal Kona Resort Hawaii/kailua-kona

Frequently asked questions

Does Royal Kona Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Royal Kona Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Royal Kona Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Royal Kona Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Royal Kona Resort?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 25.00 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Royal Kona Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Royal Kona Resort and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Royal Kona Resort also has a fitness center and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Royal Kona Resort?

Yes, Don The Beachcomber offers beachfront dining.

Does Royal Kona Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Royal Kona Resort like?

Royal Kona Resort is a short 16-minute walk from Kailua Pier and 16 minutes' walk from Kailua-Kona Wharf. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Great lobby area, underwhelming room
The open-air lobby area of Ali’s Tower is really beautiful and relaxing, with gorgeous views of the ocean and a great restaurant. However, our room in the Bay Tower (which we were told was “upgraded” from a king size bed room to a room with two full beds, which is not what you want when traveling as a couple), was very underwhelming. It felt old and bare bones and had a strange smell coming from the vent sometimes. For what we paid and the photos of the rooms, I was expecting it to be a lot nicer.
Kimberly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Majenica, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Nice but not great
Stayed here a year ago but didn’t eat here because they didn’t have enough staff -cook or servers. This year we had to wait for a table because they didn’t have enough wait staff - plenty of empty tables. The rooms are simply with 2 double beds. It would be nice if there was a mirror besides the one in the bathroom.
Roberta, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kimberly, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view
Great service from front desk staff. The view from the room was breathtaking and the room itself was clean and quite large. The Royal Kona Resort is conveniently located to Kailua-Kona. Recommend!
Dyan, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stacey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sherry, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Not worth the money for what they offer
Worst service and rude staff, didn’t offer the room I booked saying they don’t have availability and the resort is overbooked. Very high price for what they offer. Only plus is the location but rest is worst.
2-night trip
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6/10 Good

This hotel is an old hotel in need of a total renovation or rehab. The staff was friendly and the location is good but it definitely need a lot of maintenance and updating. I would rate it a 2 or 3 maximum.
3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

I reserved a king room in lagoon bldg, got a rm with 2 double (not queen) beds, bad mattresses, baseboards in bathroom were filthy, staff wouldn't change it to king. I've stayed here since 1990's, loved it, what a disappointment.
Jo, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

Great location but needs updating
Location is great! Walking distance to restaurants and shopping. The room was just okay. I had stayed here previously and knew they didn’t seem to care which type of room you booked. Last time I paid extra for a room with a view and had to fight for it. This time I got the construction special and was happy to not be in the construction zone. The bed was comfortable but otherwise the room was very dated. It worked for what I needed but the musty smell was annoying. I’m really hoping the construction means new updated rooms. The restaurant is great and so is the location.
3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great location
Great location for shops restaurants and gifts
RALPH, 5-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gerhard, 3-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good

Katherine, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Alejandro, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mabel, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Resort was a little above average. They are currently undergoing renovations. The furniture could use some updating and bed was not supportive enough for my back. Otherwise, it's a nice hotel, close to shops and restaurants and right on the beach.
Darryl, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Dennis, 7-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Review before booking.
Hotel is old, not updated. Air conditioner went out. Outage lasted three days. No notice or apologies. No fans available when asked. Most disappointing service at the bar. Servers were rude. We were treated poorly. Room service staff was polite.
Steve, 9-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Not great.
This property is not in the best condition. There are many cracks in the concrete of the balcony, no privacy between balconies, appeared very dated despite what I read was a renovation in recent years. The location is great, the complementary Mai tai was good! The pool is small but fine with a nice view of the waves. Service was fine, not anything to write home about. Experience was fair but would not stay here again.
Christopher, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Royal Kona
The hotel was very nice---beautiful view from our balcony----I did not really like the bed or the pillows----all too soft--- very nice bar area also
Lynn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Reeta, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Mike, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great service!
Our flight was canceled at the last minute and we needed a place to stay overnight. Of course, all of the motels on the app raised their prices immediately when they realized there was activity late at night with everyone trying to book a room. I was able to find a room at the Kona resort at their usual price. The staff member that checked us in was so kind and offered us a cot as we needed a third bed. Even though our stay was short, it was very enjoyable, and we greatly appreciated the service and lovely accommodations.
Shellea, 1-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Sawsan, 2-night family trip
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General property information

Travelers Say
"Awesome restaurant and great swimming pool."
Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Great Location
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM