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Royal Kona Resort

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Fishing
View from property
Balcony view
Aerial view

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

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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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront (Corner)

  • 450 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, Oceanfront

  • 390 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

  • 390 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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

Deluxe Room, Partial Ocean View

  • 390 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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

Deluxe Room (Standard)

  • 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, Oceanfront

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Balcony view

Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

  • 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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Ocean View Room

  • 390 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • 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)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

  • 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

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

  • 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

  • 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

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Oceanfront Room

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Oceanfront Room

  • 390 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
Pool
PACIFIC 19 Kona
Pool
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
4.2 out of 5, Very Good, (994)
The price is $188
per night
$252 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
PACIFIC 19 Kona

About the neighborhood

Kailua-Kona

With a stay at Royal Kona Resort in Kailua-Kona (Historic Kailua Village), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Hulihee Palace and 6 minutes from Magic Sands Beach. .This beach hotel is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Kahalu'u Beach Park and 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Kona Le'a Plantation.

What's nearby

  • Hulihee Palace - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kailua Pier - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Magic Sands Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles

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

Beach fun, near Hulihee Palace
Royal Kona Resort offers 436 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 436 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Don The Beachcomber serving guests of Royal Kona Resort. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Kailua-Kona? This hotel has facilities measuring 5403 square feet (502 square meters), including conference space. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10 AM.
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.

Languages

English, Filipino, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Secured self 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 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 24 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Don The Beachcomber
  • Don's Mai Tai Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Tennis
  • Tennis lessons
  • Yoga classes

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Some rooms at this property are not suitable for children; please add child ages in the search parameters to display available rooms
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

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

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

8/10 Good

Teofilo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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