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Royal Kona Resort

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel near Magic Sands Beach

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

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
  • Kailua Pier
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Magic Sands Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • 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

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Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Ocean View Room

  • Ocean view
  • 390 sq ft
  • 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

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Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

  • 390 sq ft
  • 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

  • Partial ocean view
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Oceanfront Room

  • Ocean view
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kailua-Kona

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Historic Kailua Village hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Hulihee Palace and Magic Sands Beach. Kahalu'u Beach Park and Kona Le'a Plantation are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Kailua Pier - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Magic Sands Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪On The Rocks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Island Lava Java Kona - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Laverne's Sports Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gecko Girlz Shave Ice - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Humpy's Big Island Alehouse - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Royal Kona Resort

3.5-star beach hotel near Magic Sands Beach
Royal Kona Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. 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 meters) 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 3.5-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 is 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

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

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Tennis
  • Tennis lessons
  • Yoga classes

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

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 center 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: 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
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. 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 each 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

How close is Royal Kona Resort to the airport?

Royal Kona Resort is 9.5 mi (18-min drive) away from the Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Kona Resort on May 11, 2025 start from $194.65, excluding 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.

Does Royal Kona Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royal Kona Resort.

How close is Royal Kona Resort to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Honl's Beach and 2.9 mi (6-min drive) from Magic Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Royal Kona Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Royal Kona Resort, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 24.00 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Royal Kona Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Royal Kona Resort?

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

Is there free parking at Royal Kona Resort?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25.00 per day.

Does Royal Kona Resort have a pool?

Royal Kona Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Royal Kona Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Royal Kona Resort have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Lotus Center Spa, where you can enjoy body scrubs, body wraps, and massages.

How close is Royal Kona Resort to downtown Kailua-Kona?

Royal Kona Resort is 0.7 mi away from Kailua-Kona.

Royal Kona Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1166 out of 2553 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 702 out of 2553 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 394 out of 2553 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 171 out of 2553 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 120 out of 2553 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

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views and walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Room was lovely and balcony was great to have coffee on each morning. The Hawaiian Paradise coffee provided was delicious!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
4th time at this resort!! Love it!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, BROOKLYN

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

8/10 Good

Giancarlo M Hermogeno

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
price is reasonable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I loved the view.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

SAMUEL, FISHERS

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

mary patricia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only downsides are you can't swim right off of propert in ocean and you must pay for parking. Otherwise rooms are clean and comfy. Not luxary but nice. Great lanai's that are huge and awesome views and sound of ocean. If you happen to be located seminear delivery area, you will hear them startingabout 630AM Hawaiin time. If you are mainlander it isn't that bad because you're used
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eunice, Hanover

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Lanai was nice with constant sound of ocean waves in background. Pool was nice. Easy walk to restaurants and shopping along the strip. The resort itself is nice but could use some updating and renovations.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shirley

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport and walkable to many restaurants. The Tower was under construction, but we were warned, and not bothered.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, WARRENTON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely my favorite resort anywhere. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel is an old hotel in need of a total renovation or rehab. The staff was friendly and the location is good but it definitely need a lot of maintenance and updating. I would rate it a 2 or 3 maximum.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Jack

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great 11 day's
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brianna

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oksana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mae at front desk is amazing 👏 this resort is right on the heart of Kona, easy walk to good restaurants and beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Troy, Rocklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

ANNA, Carol Stream

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Upon check in i was told this was in in theit Lagoon tower, "which is freshly rennovated". I got off the elevator to plywood floors, then dirty carpet and a door that dint lock properly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

matt

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff , easy parking access, and great ocean view . Room was a bit dated
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Jo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I reserved a king room in lagoon bldg, got a rm with 2 double (not queen) beds, bad mattresses, baseboards in bathroom were filthy, staff wouldn't change it to king. I've stayed here since 1990's, loved it, what a disappointment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great location but needs updating

Location is great! Walking distance to restaurants and shopping. The room was just okay. I had stayed here previously and knew they didn’t seem to care which type of room you booked. Last time I paid extra for a room with a view and had to fight for it. This time I got the construction special and was happy to not be in the construction zone. The bed was comfortable but otherwise the room was very dated. It worked for what I needed but the musty smell was annoying. I’m really hoping the construction means new updated rooms. The restaurant is great and so is the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, KELOWNA

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

RALPH

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location for shops restaurants and gifts
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025