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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
Exterior
Beach massages
Balcony view
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Spa

Explore the area

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75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Kailua Pier
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Magic Sands Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 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)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 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
(31 reviews)
  • 390 sq ft
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(110 reviews)
  • 390 sq ft
  • 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

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

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Oceanfront Room

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

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-Kona Wharf - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kailua Pier - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Magic Sands Beach - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • Kai Eats + Drinks
  • ‪On The Rocks - ‬3 min walk
  • Black Rock Pizza
  • ‪Island Lava Java - ‬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
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
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, 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. 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 Aug 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Kona Resort on Aug 18, 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 aromatherapy, body treatments, and facials.

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. 1225 out of 2626 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 712 out of 2626 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 391 out of 2626 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 173 out of 2626 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 125 out of 2626 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

Angela Yvonne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location is very convenient and offers great customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Make sure you don't forget to have a major credit card, everything you do they have to put a hold on for at least $300+. They were able to work with me with the $430 resort fee, I did not expect because I bought a package deal and resort fees were in it already. This is common just make sure you call ahead and read all the fine print!! Overall this trip was good , and maybe that's because you're in Hawaii so how could it be bad. Just bad timing with the pool closure and unforeseen closure of their lagoon due to weather. The staff was very nice and helpful. I would consider staying here again.. maybe. Because it's a convenient walk to the village. Mahala to the staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qi, AURORA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Excellent stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
It was nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAYA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort, it’s older yes but as a travel snob and for the price it was very nice. The restaurant on the property was absolutely incredible ate at it 4x (gluten intolerant and also a food snob from CA - I swear it’s delicious) has the most stunning view. Staff works hard and has to deal with a lot, they do seem burnt out but if you talk to them and are polite they warm up. Overall great older resort, very accommodating, oh and the luau was amazing! If you stay in the second or third tower you’ll be able to watch on your balcony probably a few times! Very quiet past 8pm never heard anything or other guests talking through the walls like so many other hotels… easy parking and walkable to the main shopping area. FAST elevators! Get the fish tacos! Oh and 2 free mai tais 10/10!!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is situated in the main area of Kona. Easy walk to waterfront restaurants and shops. The bar/restaurant opens at 6:30 am and stays open throughout the day and night. Great views of the ocean!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute amazing hotel! It’s right in the middle of the Kona downtown and it’s walkable to everything. Great room, AC worked very well and has the best view. The hotel restaurant was also great. I can’t wait to go back!! We also attended the luau they host and it was wonderful. I highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jillian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel is older and showing it’s age, but felt very authentic Hawaii. Rooms were spacious and comfortable. Location was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Logan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
solid resort, its a bit dated but they are working on the location so it will be looking good soon hopefully! everything was as we expected and the ocean view was perfect. everything was very solid for the price and everything you need is in walking distance from the hotel
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

danya j

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
I love it there, the yoga in the morning is the best!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort itself was so gorgeous lots to do around the area. Walking distance to downtown Kona many shops and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the friendliness and cleaness of all the rooms and staff. Such great people.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

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

Nice stay

We chose (price wise) the tower that is currently under renovation so things were a little worse for wear there, but we knew that going in due to their communication. The service was excellent and the lobby is lovely. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Didnt like the parking and room seemed damp. floors and bedding etc. other hotels we stayed at on the islands didnt have this feeling. overall the stay was nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ira

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

Great location

Great location near the shops and restaurants. There is continued remodeling going on at the locations. The fitness center has been upgraded from my last stay. The pool area is nice but the attendant seemed be a littel overbearing, karen type unfortunatey. The bar and restaurant on the water is great and the have their own hula show as well. The resort is one of two best for the area near the town Kona. The rooms are spacious and have balconies. My standard room still had a great ocean view and a view of the bay by the town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noland

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

julie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little shop of terrors

Horrible trip from the moment I walked up to the new host to check me in. Rude and she put me I a room on the furthest away building that was old and bare minimum they call standard. I went back made a big fuss and wanted to just leave but they moved me and the room was better EXCEPT—- the water leaking from my ceiling bathroom! Went down for breakfast and sat at the bar ordered my breakfast and I was cold and didn’t taste good as the bartender couldn’t find the time to bring me butter or jelly. It just goes on and on.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Very excellent hotel 🏨
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This real fine Hawaiian style establishment has the best customer service. This is really Hawaiian style charm at its best in lovely downtown Kailua Kona.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Araya

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the resort. We were in the Lagoona Tower during renovations and still enjoyed our stay. Interesting to watch the progress.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisbeth

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025