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
Balcony view
Beach massages
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$494
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan

Explore the area

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75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740
  • Place, Honl's Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kona Inn Shopping Village
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kailua Pier
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Partial Ocean View Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
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
(122 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
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
(34 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room, Oceanfront (Lagoon Tower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
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
Private bathroom
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
Private bathroom
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
Private bathroom
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

  • 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
  • ‪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

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)
  • 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 3 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Kona Resort on 4 Jan 2026 start from NZ$442.46, 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. 1342 out of 2801 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 747 out of 2801 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 409 out of 2801 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 172 out of 2801 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 131 out of 2801 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

Mahoss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Love it there
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Extremely dated property has not been updated since the original construction. The bathtubs are for very small people not by any standards that you find today in modern hotels. Concrete repair is constantly underway on some of the buildings as the concrete is deteriorating from the sea spray. The staff is friendly and helpful. The restaurant and bar is quite comfortable and the food is good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our experience. Room was cleaned and restocked daily. Food was delicious. It's pricey and there are several extra fees upon checkout ($250 for 4 days)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is really expensive. Everyone was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ned

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ocean view room was wonderful! Very nice to sit out on the balcony and have morning coffee.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Starla

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We booked a 4-night stay but left after only 1 night due to a roach infestation. One was even found crawling on my sister’s luggage. Although we were moved to another room, the thought of roaches in the building made it impossible to stay. The hotel is outdated, overpriced, and far from the standards expected at this cost. We’ve been to Hawaii more than 10 times and I’m aware that roaches are common but not inside the hotel room. This is absolutely unacceptable and disgusting experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evangeline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place completely exceeded my expectations! 🌺 From the food to the setting to the staff, everything was top-notch. Food: The food here is so underrated, honestly, the best I had in Kona. Huge thanks to the chef, because every dish was perfection. I started with the tuna poke nachos, then tried the veggie Benedict for breakfast, and had the seared tuna burger with sweet potato fries three days in a row (yes, it was that good!). The ahi sandwich, poke bowl, and coconut shrimp were also amazing. And the farm-to-table style salads with liliko‘i dressing? Unforgettable. I wish they sold that dressing in bottles! Location & Ambiance: The resort has a wonderful atmosphere with its own private lagoon full of colorful fish and crabs, so peaceful and fun to explore. The location is perfect, within walking distance of town, shops, and restaurants. When needed, Uber rides were quick and easy. I also loved the quaint lagoon views while sipping on the complimentary mai tai (such a nice surprise!). Rooms: I stayed in a double-bed room with a partial ocean view. The room was spacious, had a refrigerator, and the provided amenities (shampoo, conditioner, etc.) were actually better than the ones I brought. The big balcony was perfect for enjoying the ocean breeze and sounds of the waves. Yes, there’s ongoing renovation, so you may hear some machinery during the day, but it honestly wasn’t a nuisance. Experiences: I highly recommend booking the Wasabi Tours island tour through the co
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort located by the sea
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place. Paul the manager in the dining area is Outstanding and very professional and helpful. Rose at check in was accommodating. We will be back to stay with you again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

jennifer

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was wonderful! The rooms are a little old, but nice. The beds were not as comfortable as we would like. We reserved a partial ocean view room with a balcony and we had a great view of the bay. I liked our view better than a full ocean view. Food was very good and service was great. We attended the luau! We paid the extra for VIP at the luau. Well worth the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

cassie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Building and amenities great but the standout was the friendly and attentive staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeannine Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stevi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful resort right on the ocean! The private lagoon area was really pretty, the pool area was right on the ocean, and you could sit and sunbathe while listening to the waves crash against the rocks!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauravelle

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Mediocre hotel especially for the price. Needs a serious renovation. Also, the restaurant was blasting a football game at an obnoxiously high volume at 8:30am during breakfast when most patrons wanted to enjoy the sound of the ocean. I asked our waiter if he could request the bar turn down the volume a bit and he said no because it was “football Sunday”. Only two people were watching the game at the bar, the rest of the people were completely disinterested. I don’t see the need to blast a football game at high volume early in the morning when most people want to enjoy their breakfast in peace.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect hotel in the perfect location. Close to dining, shopping, and beautiful sunset views.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025