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Royal Kona Resort

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Fishing
View from property
Balcony view
Aerial view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

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75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740
  • Honl's Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Kona Inn Shopping Village
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Hulihee Palace
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Balcony view

Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

  • 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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Ocean View Room

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Ocean View Room

  • 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)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

  • 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 Partial Ocean View Room

  • 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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, Oceanfront (Lagoon Tower)

  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Pool

PACIFIC 19 Kona

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.2 out of 5, Very good, (1290)
The price is AU$436
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
PACIFIC 19 Kona

About the area

Kailua-Kona

With a stay at Royal Kona Resort in Kailua-Kona (Historic Kailua Village), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Hulihee Palace and 6 minutes from Magic Sands Beach. .This beach hotel is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Kahalu'u Beach Park and 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Kona Le'a Plantation.

What's nearby

  • Kailua Pier - 16 min walk
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 16 min walk
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 18 min walk
  • Magic Sands Beach - 6 min drive
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 9 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪On The Rocks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Papa Kona - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Island Lava Java Kona - ‬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 436 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 436 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Don The Beachcomber serving guests of Royal Kona Resort. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Kailua-Kona? This hotel has facilities measuring 5403 square feet (502 square meters), including conference space. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10 AM.
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.

Languages

English, Filipino, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and public transport

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

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–10 AM: USD 24.00 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • Don The Beachcomber
  • Don's Mai Tai Bar

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fridge

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tennis lessons
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space (5403 square feet)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - on the beach
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Lift
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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 available on site

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Fridge

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from March 8 2024 to December 31 2025 (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.

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
Cribs (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 center 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: 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
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

Royal Kona Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1160 out of 2507 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 682 out of 2507 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 383 out of 2507 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 170 out of 2507 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 112 out of 2507 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

Anatol Axel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would come back anytime
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Victoria, Salem

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Understood. There was construction when we rented it was not supposed to start till 9:00 a.m. It started at 6: 3 0 wate
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maritess

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, good staff, good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Julio Cesar Alonzo

Liked: Staff & service
Enjoyed our stay, convenience to shopping and dining, ease of access to nearby activities and most of all the amazing view.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Glenn

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Came in late after WestJet cancelled another flight and fuddled until 12oclock 4 parties got to the hotel at around 1 and the night clerk was totally overwhelmed taking over an hour to check us in The room was spartan, beds were brutal and the restaurant staff seemed uninterested
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Since I only stayed one night and had to leave for an early flight, the resort fee seemed unfair as we had no time to use any facilities covered by the $25 fee and the $25 parking fee which added $50 to our original room cost.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mario, Hilo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

RENEE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Room sufficient. Lagoon tower under more construction than anticipated. Hope it turns out beautiful soon
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kona
Beautiful view with comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Corner Room with wrap around balcony
Overall, our stay at this hotel was very nice, however, I felt the price we paid was excessive for what we received. I was hoping to have a nice romantic trip with my wife, so I paid about $200 extra for an oceanfront corner room with a wraparound balcony. We were really hoping to be able to sit outside on the balcony to enjoy the views, but the barstools were too uncomfortable. The total cost for this room was about $500 a night midweek. When we arrived at our room, the views were stunning, but the room and the balcony lacked furnishings. The wraparound balcony was approximately 300 ft.² and only provided a pub table and two barstools to sit at. That’s the same furniture that they provide on their standard room balconies. In the main living/bedroom there wasn’t any real lamps or any type of reading light by bedside. There was only one lamp to light the entire room There was also a sofa and one chair. It would have been nice to have a coffee table or end table to put my cup of coffee down on instead of on the floor. There’s plenty of space to add a table. The bed was comfortable, but they didn’t have any extra blankets or pillows in the closet like you will find at most other hotels. The bathroom and the room was clean, and they did provide daily housekeeping which was nice, considering most hotels no longer do this. This hotel also only offers one restaurant with a pretty limited menu.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannelore

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Emiliano

Travelled with partner
Beautifull location, but too old inside, and even roaches in the rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

MARTEE, Arvada

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Travelled with partner
I booked a king room and the property did not guarantee bed size so I had to pay more to get the upgrade I had already paid for. There was construction and jackhammer noise. The room had a few cockroaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Wyndi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about this resort in our oceanfront room except for the bed. It was hard as a rock and we felt like we were sleeping on a board. Other than that everything else was top notch.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was clean and the people were very nice. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, convenient location with amazing views
We stayed 6 nights here, loved the location - very convenient to restaurants and shopping. There is an ABC convenience store just a few minutes walk away with food, drink, clothing, and souvenirs. We splurged and got an ocean view room, worth every penny! We didn't rent a car; we used Lyft and/or walked instead and that worked perfectly for us. No microwave but was nice to have a small refrigerator. Room in need of some updating, but our main complaint was choppy, unreliable WiFi which made uploading and sharing photos difficult. We threw away a lot of empty plastic bottles, hope the resort recycles but we saw no bins specific for that. We would definitely stay here again if we get the chance to go back to Kona!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE, Milwaukie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Efficient check in, friendly attentive staff at the Mai Tai bar.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024