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Royal Kona Resort

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

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a tranquil ocean view.
Relax in this serene space with a large bed, ocean views, and a comfortable sofa.
Guests can enjoy serene moments by the tranquil tide pool.
Enjoy stunning ocean views from this beachfront hotel's modern design.
Enjoy a meal on the balcony with a view of the ocean, where you can see boats and the shoreline.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
The current price is AU$392
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Ocean View Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(108 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Partial Ocean View Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

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
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, Oceanfront (Lagoon Tower)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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
Shower/bath combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
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About the area

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

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

Hotel near Magic Sands Beach
Located close to Hulihee Palace, Royal Kona Resort provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. With amenities such as beachfront dining and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a massage or a facial at Lotus Center Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Don The Beachcomber, offers breakfast and dinner. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a bar and conference space. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), tennis courts and self-parking (surcharge)
  • Concierge services, smoke-free property and massage treatment rooms
  • A banquet hall, a front desk safe and a computer station
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 436 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as safes and WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and fridges

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

  • 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 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 24.00 per person
  • Secured self-parking fee: USD 25.00 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

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

Does Royal Kona Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Kona Resort?

As of 24 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Kona Resort on 27 July 2025 start from AU$347.82, 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 Royal Kona Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Royal Kona Resort?

Self-parking is available for USD 25.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Royal Kona Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Royal Kona Resort?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Royal Kona Resort located?

Located in Historic Kailua Village, this beach hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Hulihee Palace and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Magic Sands Beach. Kahalu'u Beach Park and Kona Le'a Plantation are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Royal Kona Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1222 out of 2630 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 710 out of 2630 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 400 out of 2630 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 172 out of 2630 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 126 out of 2630 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and Staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai

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

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was a little worn but comfortable and the staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds on a beautiful bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa Mae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing place to stay in Kona.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shea

The location was in walking distance of most restaurants and shops.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Archana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent ocean views
Stayed 3 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing, beautiful views...great food
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai

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

4/10 Poor

Alfred

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ancient hotel with nice employees.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Preston

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wendy at the front desk was absolutely helpful and super nice and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely grounds
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Zalen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a great location. The property is a bit old, but I’d still recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent area to check out by walk/ev bike and car transportation
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They upgraded my room. Good location for walking. Plenty of restaurants and shopping nearby. Right on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joann

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lagoon was nice. The walk down to lava rocks is 5 minutes. And the entertainment is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and very convenient place! Beautiful view (partial ocean view) and walkable to Ali’i Dr
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. It’s my third time and it’s great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice resort with great views and easy walk to dining and great coffee shops. Excellent bar with a great ocean view and good bar staff. Drinks reasonably priced and good food.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025