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Royal Kona Resort

4.0 star property

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8.2 out of 10
Very good

Oceanfront calm with Kona walkability

Royal Kona Resort sits right on the water’s edge, with a lava-rock cliff outlook over Kailua Bay and an easy walk into town for shops, dining, and historic sites. The first impression is breezy and nature-forward, thanks to an open-air lobby wrapped by a tropical saltwater fishpond that leads straight out to an oceanfront sundeck set above the waves.

  • Luau night on the oceanfront

    Shell lei greeting, buffet and open bar, ending with a fire knife dance finale.

  • Dining with a show kitchen

    Pacific Rim Fusion, prime rib and seafood, all served with ocean views.

  • Play time on the courts

    Four hard courts, three lit for night play, plus a pro shop and lessons.
$211 nightly
The total price is $250
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Total with taxes and fees

Amenities

  • Private sandy beach cove on-site
  • Sheltered saltwater lagoon for easy snorkeling
  • Oceanfront pool cabanas and shaded daybeds
  • Pacific-view spa massages in outdoor rooms
  • Coastal-inspired rooms with marble wet-bars
  • Filtered water stations in all three towers
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A hotel room with a large bed, a blue sofa, a wooden desk, and a view of palm trees and the ocean through large windows.

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Partial Ocean View Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(134 reviews)
  • 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 Ocean View Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 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 Oceanfront Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 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

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Oceanfront)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a wooden bed frame, a blue headboard, a wooden nightstand, and a blue armchair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a blue sofa, a wooden desk, and a view of palm trees and the ocean through large windows.

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a wooden nightstand, a wooden desk, and a view of the ocean.

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony with a view of palm trees and the sea.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A balcony with a wooden table and chair, overlooking the ocean with boats and a palm tree.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Honl's Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kona Inn Shopping Village - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hulihee Palace - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kailua Pier - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Laverne's Sports Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kai Eats + Drinks - ‬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 within a 15-minute walk of Hulihee Palace. 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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 436 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
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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
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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
  • 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. Open daily.
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 January 1 2025 to December 31 2026 (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.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

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

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
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 19-minute walk from Kailua Pier and 11 minutes' walk from Kona Inn Shopping Village. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Royal Kona Resort Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant at the property offers excellent food and service, with many reviewers praising the quality and friendliness of the staff. (336 reviews)
  • The pool area was great, comfortable, and offered stunning ocean views. (107 reviews)
  • The property's beach location offers stunning ocean views, a private beach, and excellent sunset views. (51 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Five stars for the category it’s in—not because it’s a luxury resort, but because it was absolutely perfect for us. The ocean view was one of the best I’ve ever seen, the resort was small, comfortable and relaxing, and the service was excellent. The rooms are a little dated, but we loved our stay and will 100% be back.
Aimee, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall the rooms need updating however the room was really clean and did not have any issues during our stay. The bar and restaurant were overall pretty good! The staff I interacted with were all very accommodating. I would stay here again for sure! The private lagoon when open is awesome I had the most fun in there! Bring water shoes and stay away from walls and rocks and you will avoid the sea urchins.
Joshua, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved staying at Royal Kona. The staff are so lovely and helpful.
Gabrielle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location! Conveniently located and walkable to beaches, restaurants and sunsets.
Arden, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Needed a last minute room, they were very accommodating. Great check in experience, lovely surroundings, quiet and clean!
Barbara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What I like most about the Royal Kona is the location. Beautiful waterfront views and close enough to walk to town and multiple shops/restaurants/farmers market. It's not fancy, brand new, or luxurious, but it has character. Yes it's clean and safe too. We enjoyed snorkeling in the little cove, the entertainment, and our free mai tais. I will continue to return every time I visit Kona!
LISEL, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel conveniently located in downtown Kailua Kona, walking distance to near by shops and restaurants. Bay view room had a wonderful view of the water. Dinner at Don Mai Tai was delicious with nice view of water and sunset.
Kimberly, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location in Kona! Walking distance to beaches, restaurants, etc. the hotel pool is a bonus and perfectly situated to enjoy prime views of the ocean.
Suzanne, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay awesome location
anthony, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cold a/c, comfortable bed, great bar, beautiful views.
Tamie Renee, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean, the bed amd pillows were very comfortable, and the location was great! We really enjoyed the pool and outdoor restaurant. Everyone was so friendly. The exterior of the building has a lot of deferred maintenance that needs to be addresed. We would go back as it's a beautiful setting right on the ocean.
John, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

On site restaurant is great!
Nichole, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The ac was great an the restaurant was awesome
Robin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our short stay at the Royal Kona, while on Big Island. It is in a great location near everything you might want to do. The beds are very comfy and rooms are spacious. The resort also has great amenities as well. We would stay here again!
Corrin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was ver welcoming clean and close to shopping and lots of restaurants
Mariugenia, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Check in and out so easy. Friendly staff!
Chris, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was excellent. It was close to a lot of bars and restaurants so different vibe then the northwest part of the island.
kenneth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice staffs, wonderful views, outdoor parking, prepped the food for guest when under heavy rain.
Alex, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Professional and Friendly service. Room was very clean, close to shops and Restaurants.
Vincent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful ocean front restaurant
Maria, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with a beautiful view, kind staff, and it even had a cool lagoon on site with tropical fish. Good restaurant and convenient walking distance to other restaurants and stores too.
Kelly, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location; comfortable room; nice amenities
Sunset from our balcony
Debbie, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful resort, incredible location, gorgeous grounds, comfortable room, friendly staff, pretty much the whole package! I cannot recommend the Royal Kona Resort enough. Thank you for everything! Definitely try their restaurant and mai tai bar as well. My partner and I loved it there!
Taber, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Royal Kona was great, peaceful rooms, nice restaurants and cool entertainment and all within walking distance of shops and restaurants. The lagoon on the property was a unique experience as well
Jessica, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The bar and atmosphere is fantastic. Food is great! Spa is as well!!
Bobby, 1-night trip