Royal Kona Resort

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

Photo gallery for Royal Kona Resort

Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Beach views, open daily
Balcony view
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$428
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

Explore the area

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

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Ocean View Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Oceanfront)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(100 reviews)

Highlights

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Partial Ocean View Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Room, Oceanfront (Lagoon Tower)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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 3.5-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

  • ‪On The Rocks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Island Lava Java - ‬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 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.

Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Royal Kona Resort. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Kailua-Kona hotel is smoke free.

  • 436 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 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.

Languages

English, Filipino, Japanese

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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

  • Computer station
  • Conference space

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 8 March 2024 to 31 December 2025 (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 30 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Kona Resort on 1 Jul 2025 start from NZ$379.20, 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. 1203 out of 2602 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 708 out of 2602 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 397 out of 2602 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 171 out of 2602 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 123 out of 2602 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

4/10 Poor

Tondachan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have already
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Royal Kona Resort was great! I wish we had stayed there longer. While the facilities were a bit dated and there was construction going on in one of the buildings, our stay was pleasant and quiet. The staff was very friendly and understanding. The restaurant was very good and had a beautiful ocean views. The concierge and gift shop were also great. Parking was convenient and easy to access. Overall, we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness
Property is under construction so probably not a fair review. The little swimmable lagoon was closed so that was a bummer. The luau on site was amazing. The front desk and staff were a little disappointing. They gave away our room and were told we could switch rooms the next day but had to check out at 11 and back in at 4. We didn't arrive at the hotel till after 3am. We asked if there was a luggage cart and were told no there wasn't. The next day we saw there was indeed luggage carts. Just little things like that should be addressed. The grounds are beautiful and it's a great location. Easily walk to tons of restaurants and shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was alright
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

smit

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Maureen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Because our flight was scheduled to arrive in Kona around 8pm and we had a reservation elsewhere for the week, we made a "Renovation" reservation, thinking it was unlikely that construction would occur on a Saturday night. We were right--but what we hadn't counted on was a room in desperate need of renovation--old, filthy, carpeting, dated bathroom, a desk but no chair--for $300. The location on the water was lovely--but we didn't see it until we checked out. Never again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Bay Tower room facing west to the ocean and sunsets was spectacular!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
View
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet nice comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zachary

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nope
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dining choices were not great unless you left the property. We LOVED the staff at the pool, and we applaud the gal who dove in to save a little girl who was unaccompanied in the pool and lost her footing. There was a gentleman who worked at the pool as well who was a wealth of information and just so pleasant to talk to. Also loved that you provided sunscreen! As for the staff in the bar/ restaurant….they all seemed overworked and were not as pleasant to deal with. We did not enjoy our meals there and made a point of going off site to eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was being renovated, but was still nice and right on the ocean. Very close to dinning and shopping options.There is a $25 per day resort fee ans a $25 per day parking fee.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nimesh

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Krystyn

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Was fine but I got a room with 2 double beds and only got one king size so had to sleep on couch.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Shawna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked an ocean front room, but they put us in a partial view room and said "just look out the side!" They charged for parking which was listed on their website as free parking. $25 a day is not free. The elevators were sketchy, plywood lined the floors in the hallways. We were told they were constructing on the outside but i did not realize i would need a hardhat to get to my room. We went to the bar for a drink and my husband who sat at a table in the bar was litertly spoken to like a child. He was told to leave it was seating for restaurant people only. Then why do you have a bar??? I would not stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, BROOKLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This property is in a great location, and on the outside looks great, but when you get to your room or really look around, the property is old and run down. There are lots of repairs that need to be made. Things were closed for repair or broken while we were there. We had an issue with our bed because it felt like 1000 kids had jumped on it for years (staff was awesome and they did bring in a new mattress). The bathroom had mold growing in the tile in the shower, the ice machine was broken, the salt water lagoon was closed for repairs, etc. Overall its a great location, has friendly staff, has a resturant and a bar and has nightly events, however, attention to details need to happen on and around the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had a great time while we were there. The staff was great! The property is on the older side and under renovations. Noise wasn't bad and didn't bother us at all. We'll return to check out the new look.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025