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Royal Kona Resort

4.0 star property

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Breakfast and dinner served
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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Reception
Beach views, open daily

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
The current price is AU$370
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June

Explore the area

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75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740
  • Place, Honl's Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kailua Pier
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Kamakahonu Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Partial Ocean View Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • 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 Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(131 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 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
(43 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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

Room, Oceanfront (Lagoon Tower)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • 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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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 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
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Balcony view

Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

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

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 4-property class Historic Kailua Village hotel include Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park and Kahalu'u Beach Park.

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 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
  • ‪Island Lava Java - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Laverne's Sports Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Royal Kona Resort

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 4-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.

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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)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

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
  • 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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2026 (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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 7 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Kona Resort on 8 June 2026 start from AU$370, 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. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

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. 1444 out of 2952 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 761 out of 2952 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 441 out of 2952 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 166 out of 2952 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 140 out of 2952 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On site restaurant is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mariugenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was ver welcoming clean and close to shopping and lots of restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

fnu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is courteous and location is great.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful ocean front restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ocean views, nice pool, great restaurant, friendly staff. Happy with the location overall as there are plenty of dining and excursion options.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location; comfortable room; nice amenities
Sunset from our balcony
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff, amenities, clean, great views
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Augie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ocean view, Don The Beachcomber staff was great!!
Loco Moco
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Picturesque location and great for walking the quaint Kona town, full of shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Love this place! Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The Staff was great and food was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean and the staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room.was great....wifi everywhere on the resort. Beautiful grounds and awesome view!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oceanfront room was spectacular
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ARISTOTOLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, the ocean was very clear and visible from our room. Staff is very welcoming and over all feel of the resort is relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay at Royal Kona Resort. The panoramic ocean views are absolutely stunning, and the resort itself is quiet and relaxing. The pool area is beautiful, the staff is friendly and welcoming, and the location is perfect — walking distance to great restaurants and nightlife. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, amazing staff
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location is wonderful, the views amazing, and the salt water lagoon relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had ocean front room, very nic3
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views. Rooms were clean although a little dated but still nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view from our room. Staff was nice and helpful. Our room was very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leilani

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was very efficient and cordial. Our room was spacious and clean. We enjoyed staying at the Royal Kona Resort!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026