Royal Kona Resort

4.0 star property
Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Hulihee Palace

Photo gallery for Royal Kona Resort

Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Property video
Beach massages
Balcony view
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
The current price is AU$398
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

Explore the area

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75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740
  • Place, Kailua-Kona Wharf
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Kailua Pier
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Magic Sands Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Partial Ocean View Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(112 reviews)

Highlights

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Ocean View Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

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

Room, Oceanfront (Lagoon Tower)

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Oceanfront)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 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

  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kailua Pier - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 10 min drive - 8.0 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
  • ‪Kai Eats + Drinks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Rock Pizza - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Royal Kona Resort

Beach fun in outdoor pool, 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 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)
  • 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

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 27 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Kona Resort on 28 Oct 2025 start from AU$352.53, 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. 1289 out of 2708 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 719 out of 2708 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 397 out of 2708 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 172 out of 2708 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 131 out of 2708 reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarbani

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gema

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am really proud of My self for choosing the best resort , friendly staff , beautiful view Great food and ambiance. We felt like at home can’t wait to come back and bring My whole family and friends thanks soo much for everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and walking distance to restaurants. Gorgeous sunset views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Make sure you don't forget to have a major credit card, everything you do they have to put a hold on for at least $300+. They were able to work with me with the $430 resort fee, I did not expect because I bought a package deal and resort fees were in it already. This is common just make sure you call ahead and read all the fine print!! Overall this trip was good , and maybe that's because you're in Hawaii so how could it be bad. Just bad timing with the pool closure and unforeseen closure of their lagoon due to weather. The staff was very nice and helpful. I would consider staying here again.. maybe. Because it's a convenient walk to the village. Mahala to the staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

KENJI

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Danni

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, luau, views, the Staff, food, options all the things!! Would 100 percent recommend this as your travel destination!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
noisy in the room air conditioner was making to much noise.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

An Enjoyable Stay

The Royal Kona Resort is well situated near shops, bars and restaurants and has onsite parking charged at US$25 per night. Its quite an old property so the room look a little dated, however good facilities including coffee making and ice are available and rooms were serviced daily during our stay. I had to ask for more towels, although the room was booked for 3 people only 2 sets of towels were supplied. There was a long queue for reception when we arrived which is far from ideal after a long flight, with no attempt made to reduce the queuing time. At other times reception appeared to be completely unmanned. The pool area is pleasant, but much smaller than it appears in the photos. Towels are provided and in general the pool area was quiet. We did not eat at the resort, but we enjoyed a very nice complimentary Mai Tai!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rahul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean, and the room service was excellent. Try parking along the road before prepaying for parking. Once the hotel adds parking to your room, they don't remove it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
property is great location with a few upgrades could be world class
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Property is being remodeled and a bit rougher than we expected
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Lovely place. Great staff nice grounds. Rooms are dated but comfortable. Definitely a repeat for our small family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai, Kailua-Kona

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai, Kailua-Kona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A room with a large balcony so you can really enjoy the sea and breezes makes the Royal Kona a very special experience. I’m glad to see the renovations going on that will keep this hotel a landmark on the Kona coast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sterling

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai, Kailua-Kona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the greatest places on the whole coast in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As someone else put it - it’s a 31/2 star hotel with a 5 star location and other things that can’t be beat. They’re renovating which is super cool as some of the rooms could use it. Maybe throw a microwave in each room as well and update the carpets , but the beds are super comfortable The kindness of the people that work there. The overall long ago vibe that captures old school feelings. The food. Drinks. Bar. Yum 😋 Beautiful can’t be beat setting. Stayed here 3 times. It’s a gem in Kona. ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025