Royal Kona Resort

4.0 star property

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Breakfast and dinner served
Beach views, open daily
Beach massages

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$373
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May

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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

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

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Ocean View Room

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Oceanfront)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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

  • ‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Island Lava Java - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kai Eats + Drinks - ‬7 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 24 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Kona Resort on 25 May 2026 start from AU$373, 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. 1429 out of 2927 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 759 out of 2927 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 439 out of 2927 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 161 out of 2927 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 139 out of 2927 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a beautiful resort right on the ocean. Its restaurant is also right on the ocean with outdoor seating and of course direct view of the sunsets. The bar makes the best Mai Tais which they offer you two free at check-in. Our room was a large corner unit with rap around windows and balcony with an ocean view. The staff was very polite and friendly.
Our view from the room
Restuarant on the ocean
Restuarant view from lobby - all outdoor and under roof, beautiful!
Nice pool with comfy loungers and awesome view
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were lumpy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

James E.

Travelled with family and small children
This is probably a great place to stay when you’re in your 20s and want to party, but it was not suitable for kids/families. People were partying until 3:00am all over the property and neighborhood. There were also a ton of bugs in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Farokh

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and beautiful view. However, room needs updating.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leilani, Honolulu

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

fnu

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is courteous and location is great.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
A nice place and good location. Only things we did not like was 1) the pool closes at sunset which is actually ridiculous. We visited in winter so sunset is at 6:30pm. We would’ve loved to spend time in the pool in the evening after being out exploring the island all day but were unable to. And 2) the shower handles in the room barely worked and were practically about to fall off. For what we paid you’d expect at least better working showers.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Noberto

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sindia I., Woodland Park Nj

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

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

10/10 Excellent

Haiyen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Lawrence

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lian

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lilian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, outstanding place. Coming back
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Martin, Altadena

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Courteous staff, nice enough accommodations, if overpriced for what you get. In our room, outside noise was deafening; the a/c was loud and above our headboard so impossible to sleep with it on (so uncomfortable nights); the TV faced nothing to sit or lie on for viewing.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check in was swift and easy. The cleaning services were excellent. The concierge was very personable. Our waitress at Don’s Mai Thai was very professional the one time we had breakfast on resort.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Lynette

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room and bathroom were very dated. Silding doors old and difficult to close. No fan in the bathroom. Staff unhelpful except for Maria at the front desk and Paul in food & beverage. Restaurant had bad food, got to go orders wrong. Did not carry milk?? Overall poor service and the hotel is in poor condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

DAVID

Poor communication with delayed check in process
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

audra

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, all staff was friendly, bed was comfortable. The only thing i suggest is to update the shower as it was difficult to adjust the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean, the staff was wonderful, the have some of the hardest working maintenance crews I’ve ever seen!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Henry

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was filthy. The presence of what appeared to be bed bugs, along with visible mold, mildew, and unsanitary bathroom conditions (including hair and general filth), made the hotel room uninhabitable. We vacated the property within approximately 10 minutes of arrival due to these conditions. No alternative room or satisfactory remedy was offered by hotel staff at the time. As a result, we were forced to secure alternative lodging immediately, which cost more than double the original accommodation.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026