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Royal Kona Resort

4.0 star property
Travelers find their tropical rhythm at this beachfront resort where sunny days blend into spa evenings, with tennis courts and poolside relaxation awaiting

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Royal Kona Resort offers a perfect balance of activity and relaxation with its beachfront setting and lush gardens. Enjoy nearby Magic Sands Beach, Lotus Center Spa, poolside cabanas, tennis courts, WiFi, yoga classes, and an on-site restaurant.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym

Room options

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Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Partial Ocean View Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(130 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Ocean View Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Oceanfront Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Oceanfront)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located by the ocean, Royal Kona Resort is in Historic Kailua Village, a walkable area in Kailua-Kona with great shopping. Kahalu'u Beach Park and Kona Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Magic Sands Beach and Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Kona Le'a Plantation. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Visit our Kailua-Kona travel guide
Map
75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740

What's nearby

  • Honl's Beach
    Honl's Beach
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kailua Pier
    Kailua Pier
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kamakahonu Beach
    Kamakahonu Beach
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kona Inn Shopping Village
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

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
  • Huggo's On The Rocks
    3 min walk
  • Island Lava Java
    4 min walk
  • Kai Eats + Drinks
    7 min walk

About this property

Royal Kona Resort

Upscale hotel near Magic Sands Beach
Located close to Hulihee Palace, Royal Kona Resort provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. With amenities like beachfront dining and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a body scrub, or a body wrap at Lotus Center Spa, the onsite 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 along with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), tennis courts, and self parking (surcharge)
  • An elevator, a banquet hall, and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free premises, a gift shop, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 436 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like safes and WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Secured self 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 10:00 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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1968
  • Smoking not allowed

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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

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

Property 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Royal Kona Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Royal Kona Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out 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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Royal Kona Resort Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1435 out of 2940 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 758 out of 2940 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 443 out of 2940 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 167 out of 2940 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 137 out of 2940 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay awesome location
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tamie Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cold a/c, comfortable bed, great bar, beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our short stay at the Royal Kona, while on Big Island. It is in a great location near everything you might want to do. The beds are very comfy and rooms are spacious. The resort also has great amenities as well. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ac was great an the restaurant was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On site restaurant is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent. It was close to a lot of bars and restaurants so different vibe then the northwest part of the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort, incredible location, gorgeous grounds, comfortable room, friendly staff, pretty much the whole package! I cannot recommend the Royal Kona Resort enough. Thank you for everything! Definitely try their restaurant and mai tai bar as well. My partner and I loved it there!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staffs, wonderful views, outdoor parking, prepped the food for guest when under heavy rain.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mariugenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was ver welcoming clean and close to shopping and lots of restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with a beautiful view, kind staff, and it even had a cool lagoon on site with tropical fish. Good restaurant and convenient walking distance to other restaurants and stores too.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location, setting, and views were beautiful although rooms were a little outdated and tower was being remodeled when we stayed there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful ocean front restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

January

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay at the Royal Kona Resort every time I visit the Big Island. It is a throwback to the 1970s but that is why I love it so much. My favorite features: waterfalls and Koi gardens and tiki statues by the front entrance as well as the spectacular views from Don the Beachcomber bar and restaurant while listening to spectacular live music.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location; comfortable room; nice amenities
Sunset from our balcony
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raigan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort for a reasonable price. Great Location. Easily accessible by car or walking to shops and dining. There is some renovations being done little to know disturbance to the guest. The rooms are large and half a nice little kitchenette, but the beds are quite hard in the bedding is not very luxurious.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Jamsheed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were helpful. We liked the swimming pool. The restaurant staff didn’t seem very organized.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had ocean views - was clean -a little worn for wear but still enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff, amenities, clean, great views
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our time at Royal Kona. Beautiful property with excellent service! The food at Don’s was amongst our favourite meals during our trip. Will definitely return! Mahalo!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Augie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ocean view, Don The Beachcomber staff was great!!
Loco Moco
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and everyone was very helpful. They were remodeling one of the building
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Love this place! Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room.was great....wifi everywhere on the resort. Beautiful grounds and awesome view!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ARISTOTOLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, the ocean was very clear and visible from our room. Staff is very welcoming and over all feel of the resort is relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026