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Royal Kona Resort

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with spa, near Hulihee Palace

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Experience the tranquil beauty of Royal Kona Resort, with its lush garden and beachfront dining. Soak up the sun on Magic Sands Beach or unwind at Lotus Center Spa, offering body treatments and aromatherapy. With a poolside cabana, tennis courts, in-room WiFi, yoga classes at the gym and an on-site restaurant serving breakfast and dinner.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is $195
$259 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16

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

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
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • 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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(119 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 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
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • 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 Oceanfront Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • 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)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Balcony view

Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740

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

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Island Lava Java - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kai Eats + Drinks - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Royal Kona Resort

At Royal Kona Resort, you can spend time at the beach getting a beach massage, plus you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Kailua Pier. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. Don The Beachcomber serves breakfast and dinner, and the bar is a great place to grab a drink. Other features include a fitness center, a terrace, and a garden. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 436 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured onsite self parking (USD 25.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Tennis lessons
  • Yoga classes
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Computer station
  • Conference space (5403 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 1968
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Pool access ramp on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

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.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 29.49 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Fitness center access
    • Fitness/yoga classes
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room safe
    • Internet access (may be limited)
    • Phone calls (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 24.00 per person

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 1 2025 to December 31 2026 (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.

Parking

  • Secured self parking costs USD 25.00 per day with in/out privileges

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
State tax ID - TA-130-995-4048-01
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Does Royal Kona Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Royal Kona Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Royal Kona Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Royal Kona Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Royal Kona Resort?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 25.00 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Royal Kona Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Royal Kona Resort and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Royal Kona Resort also has a fitness center and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Royal Kona Resort?

Yes, Don The Beachcomber offers beachfront dining.

Does Royal Kona Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Royal Kona Resort like?

Royal Kona Resort is a short 19-minute walk from Kailua Pier and 16 minutes' walk from Kailua-Kona Wharf. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Royal Kona Resort Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property offers convenient dining options with great ocean views and reasonably priced food and drinks. (87 reviews)
  • The property offers a fantastic beach location with easy access to the ocean, beautiful views, and enjoyable beach activities. (41 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property was consistently delicious with many guests praising the tasty options and exceptional service. (26 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The area was amazing!
Rebecca, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is a beautiful resort, very well maintained. The rooms are large and comfortable. The lagoon was our absolute favorite.
Marisa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
Nicco, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is great
Brett, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful and clean room. Wonderful staff, incredibly kind.
Adriana, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Staff was amazing but there was a roach in my bathroom
Mariela, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay and within walking distance from everything
Cathy, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, friendly staff. Nice place to stay for vacation.
Jonathan, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room
Anne, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pros: Nice staff, fantastic location, nice amenities, great property, views, pool, lagoon, value. Cons: Place is a little tired, maybe the time of year but hotel was a little understaffed, main restaurant was closed temporarily, other restaurant was just ok, rooms need towel hooks, hair conditioner Overall we enjoyed our stay here and would come back again.
curt, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stayed at this property several time it is a very nice location lots to do and places to eat
Carla, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location, pleasant staff, beautiful scenery.
Stephanie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was accommodating and helped us change rooms
Daniel, 8-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was very nice, no complaints there, room was definitely dated.. the slide gate to the deck could have used a new door
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great. Go to the Bar Dean and his crew will great care of you. Food was really good for a hotel.would go back if I visit Kona again.
Kerry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room staff was amazing
LUZ, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the restaurant and salt water lagoon
Andrea, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location close to everything.
Steven Louis, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful grounds and location!
Kimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel, pleasant experience
Amado, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great clean room and friendly staff. The ocean sound was unmatched by other hotels.
Elisabeth, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great Location. We had ocean view from our room we and loved it.
Bipin, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

We liked staying here. Close to downtown and lots of options to walk to.
Cheryl, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel is close to restaurants and farmers market.
cheath, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place ! With great access to shopping
Lucas Erin, 7-night trip