Royal Kona Resort

3.5 star property
Beach fun, near Hulihee Palace
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Aerial view
Fishing
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Beach nearby, beach massages

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Parking available
    Parking available

Explore the area

Map
75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740
  • Honl's Beach
    6 min walk
  • Kona Inn Shopping Village
    11 min walk
  • Hulihee Palace
    13 min walk
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    18 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront (Corner)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Oceanfront

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room (Standard)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Ocean View Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Oceanfront)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Partial Ocean View Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Oceanfront (Lagoon Tower)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Kailua-Kona

At Royal Kona Resort you'll be 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from Hulihee Palace and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Magic Sands Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Lotus Center Spa can include beachside massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. The restaurant, Don The Beachcomber, is open for breakfast and dinner. Don's Mai Tai Bar is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the gym, pool cabanas and pool loungers as well as access to yoga classes. Other amenities include laundry facilities, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Historic Kailua Village hotel include Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park and Kahalu'u Beach Park.

What's nearby

  • Hulihee Palace - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kailua Pier - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 9 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 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

Beach fun, near Hulihee Palace
Royal Kona Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

Event space at this hotel measures 5403 square feet (502 square metres) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Royal Kona Resort. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Kailua-Kona hotel is smoke free.

  • 436 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 5403 sq ft of conference space
  • 502 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1968
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Royal Kona Resort offers 436 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

Languages

English, Filipino, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Secured parking on site (USD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 24 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Don The Beachcomber
  • Don's Mai Tai Bar

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5,403 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1968
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 29.49 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness centre access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Phone calls

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 24.00 per person
  • Secured self-parking fee: USD 25.00 per day (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - TA-130-995-4048-01
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The tax ID number is TA-130-995-4048-01. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Royal Kona Resort?

Royal Kona Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Kona Resort?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Kona Resort on 27 Nov 2024 start from NZ$387.91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Royal Kona Resort?

Yep, Royal Kona Resort has a secured self car park with in/out privileges for USD 25.00 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Royal Kona Resort?

Yep, Royal Kona Resort is a short 18-minute walk from Kamakahonu Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Royal Kona Resort?

Yep, Lotus Center Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as beachside massages.

Does Royal Kona Resort have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Royal Kona Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a cabana and under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Royal Kona Resort a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and beachfront dining, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Royal Kona Resort.

Does Royal Kona Resort serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is on offer daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Royal Kona Resort?

No, Royal Kona Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Royal Kona Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Royal Kona Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Royal Kona Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Royal Kona Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1155 out of 2493 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 693 out of 2493 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 372 out of 2493 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 167 out of 2493 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 106 out of 2493 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
During our time in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island, we stayed at the Royal Kona Resort. This stay was absolutely exceptional. This resort was in a great location, close to the airport and a walkable distance to downtown. Additionally, they hosted various events, such as luaus and live music. Some things to keep in mind are that the WiFi is unreliable and does not fully work in our room. I had difficulty loading work applications and or sending emails. Keep this in mind if you are a remote traveler! Also, when we traveled there, there was construction going on in one of the towers – not fun! Finally, parking is $25/day and there are hidden resort fees of about $25/day as well that we were charged upon checking out. Aside from some of the hidden fees and lack of reliable WiFi, we absolutely loved our stay at the Royal Kona Resort and would recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAMIAN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alohaaaa, thank you for a very memorable birthday.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and service
The girl who checked us in was very kind abd helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carnell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Resort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Yolanda Monique, vallejo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
"I enjoyed the area, but the room itself was disappointing and lacked privacy. We had an ocean view room, but it was misleading—you couldn't open the blinds all the way because other guests could look directly into our room. I would not recommend staying in Room 219; it's probably the worst room in this dated hotel. The hotel has no gym, no room service, no microwave, a small pool, no beach access, and very limited activities. Overall, it was not worth the extra cost for the ocean view."
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

samir m

Liked: Staff & service
Construction noise
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don't stay
When i made reservation, they didn’t show parking surcharge. If i know i would booked some other place with that money (pay myself instead of paying for rental car). When i try to talk to front desk person about my reservation, she is not ready to offer help. Waste of time to start conversation with them. Location is only good thing about it, all others things are outdated. One of the towels which was placed in our room was dirty. Here to enjoy with family, didn’t want to ruin it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Ragnar

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Decent but construction started early
We were put into the older tower and it was under construction. Construction started early in the morning with jackhammers non stop
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the view we had of the pool and ocean was wonderful! We really enjoyed the food and Thursday night entertainment. We also were very happy to have water dispensers to fill out water bottles everyday.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davelyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Royal Kona Resort is a bit older but has lots of charm and the staff were very friendly and helpful. They are renovating but it was not too bothersome to those staying at the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juthathip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and neat. Great staff
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked this hotel. It's a little run down and the rooms look old but in terms of views. It is unmatched. I definitely look forward to coming back again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked this hotel has a water dispenser next to the ice machine. The restaurant breakfast menus were delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Simon

Business traveller
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the Royal Kona, the sunsets and mai tais on the pool deck are second to none!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient location Excellent customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The receptionist was excellent. We were able to get an early check in which saved the day. The restaurant was very convenient and our waiter was super nice. The lagoon was very nice. Hotel was an easy walk to the Coconut Grove and Gecko Girls Sahave Ice and Black Rock Pizza.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nichole

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs to be updated very badly. Bed was hard...could feel springs and very difficult to sleep. Hotel is way overpriced. The view is amazing but that's about it. Mold in bathroom, bugs on the floor, ants everywhere. Hosts at restaurant had total attitude on multiple occasions. They were too busy talking to each other to seat guests. Food wasn't good tables were covered with ants. Mai Tai's were terrible. Ladies who run check in were sweet and helpful. Housekeeping were amazing. Good location. Would not stay there again though.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024