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Royal Kona Resort

4 stars
7.6
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based on 3549 reviews
3,549 reviews
75-5852 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, The Big Island, HI 96740, United States
75-5852 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, The Big Island, HI
+1 808 329 3111
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Overview

Royal Kona Resort features authentic Luau celebrations regularly, making sure every guest feels the true Aloha spirit during their stay. This resort sits on the beautiful lava shoreline in Kailua Bay, with stunning ocean views throughout the hotel and various guest rooms. There is an onsite restaurant and bar as well as an oceanfront spa with an array of services and treatments. The resort also offers a swimming pool, saltwater lagoon, a tennis club with four courts, an onsite fitness center, and plenty of activities to enjoy throughout the day.

The Royal Kona Resort offers seven different types of rooms and suites for guests, featuring views of the ocean and surrounding grounds, WiFi and flat-screen TVs, and private lanais. Upgraded amenities are available in guest suites, including corner suites with expanded views and separate living spaces. The onsite activities concierge also ensures that guests can enjoy all the island activities. Other concierge services are available, as well. The resort features a number of meeting and event venues for destination weddings, conferences, and other special events, including planning services and coordinators. This non-smoking hotel offers accessible rooms, onsite retail shops, and a tennis pro shop for guests.

This resort is located right on the ocean for easy access to plenty of outdoor activities. However, it is also close to nearby Kailua town, where you can explore local culture, shopping, dining, and more. Within walking distance, Kailua offers a chance to see the Big Island lifestyle up close.

7.6
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Amenities at Royal Kona Resort

  • Private beach
  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tennis
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Reviews of Royal Kona Resort

7.6
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3549 verified ratings
Wonderful
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Very good
701
Good
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Okay
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Fair
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Mediocre
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6.0
Okay
Anonymous, Nov 2021
Beds aren’t that comfortable, lots of amenities are closed due to Covid (no room service, restaurant is closed), most parking is paid, very few free spots, but the balcony is nice, the lagoon and pool...
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4.0
Mediocre
Anonymous, May 2021
Pros (+) The views and central location are phenomenal, you are going to be hard pressed to find a better ocean view right in downtown Kona.
Cons (-) The facilities are very out dated, the rooms need serious attention. The beds where like sleeping on coils and are super thin, the bathroom shower was comparable to an airplane bathroom. The entire fa...
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9.4
Wonderful
Philip, Nov 2019
Pros (+) Location, location, location.
Cons (-) Price was indicative of location and high demand.
7.4
Good
Anonymous, Jun 2019
Pros (+) Location and room size
Cons (-) Rooms are pretty old and need renovation. We were 4 people in a room and every day we had to ask to two additional towels as they will only leave 2 in the room.
7.4
Good
Anonymous, Jan 2019
Pros (+) The view.
Cons (-) The room situation. We asked for a one bed but ended up with two small beds.
8.8
Very good
Anonymous, Jan 2019
Pros (+) The location to the ocean was amazing. My corner room in the middle the tower had its balcony wrap around for an amazing view and amazing sound of the ocean. I could sleep to that forever!
Cons (-) Pool open later. More things available for later in the day.
10
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Brett, Dec 2018
Pros (+) We absolutely enjoyed our stay and look forward to visiting again!!
10
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Anonymous, Jan 2018
Pros (+) the food and service staff were excellent.
7.7
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Anonymous, Dec 2017
Pros (+) location
Cons (-) room lighting poor, checkin procedure (room not ready at 4:50pm even though checkin at 4pm), wifi extra charge
4.8
Mediocre
Anonymous, Dec 2017
Pros (+) The bar and the lagoon
Cons (-) During our check in we found out that they didn’t have 2 double room I ordered. Instead we were forced to stay in a king room with a very uncomfortable roll out. We were the first people in line at 3:...
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Location

75-5852 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, The Big Island, HI 96740

What's nearby

  • The Lotus Center124 yd
  • Kona Farmers Market0.5 mi
  • A Ala Hawaii Massage & Spa0.5 mi
  • Pau Hana Massage0.5 mi
  • Boss Frog's Dive Surf & Bike0.5 mi
  • Kona Inn Shopping Village0.6 mi
  • Mokuaikaua Church0.6 mi
  • Hulihee Palace0.6 mi
  • Ahu'ena Heiau0.7 mi
  • Kamakahonu0.7 mi
  • Kailua Pier0.8 mi
  • Body Rhythms Massage and Spa0.9 mi

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Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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License number: TA-130-995-4048-01

Essential information about Royal Kona Resort

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Which month has the cheapest rates at Royal Kona Resort?

The cheapest month to stay at Royal Kona Resort is November, with an average nightly rate of $251. The most expensive month is February at $318 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Royal Kona Resort?

The cheapest day to book Royal Kona Resort is Wednesday, with an average nightly rate of $261. The most expensive day is Sunday at $308 per night.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Royal Kona Resort

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Royal Kona Resort, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and September.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Royal Kona Resort, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Royal Kona Resort was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $222, while the most expensive was $348.
  • How long should you stay at Royal Kona Resort? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Royal Kona Resort

  • Is Royal Kona Resort wheelchair enabled?

    Yes. Royal Kona Resort offers various wheelchair-enabled services. Guests with reduced mobility can get wheelchairs on site. Hallways and stairways feature handrails ideal for easy access. Some rooms feature in-room accessibility, roll-in showers, and accessible bathrooms. The pool features access ramps and hoists for easy access. Royal Kona Resort offers well-lit paths to its entrance that are also stair-free. Hallways also feature visual alarms. The hotel also provides wheelchair accessible business center, concierge desks, lounge, parking, and pools. Paths of travel headed to the elevators are also wheelchair-enabled. If you have further accessibility needs, contact the hotel during booking.

  • What is the best way to get from the airport to Royal Kona Resort?

    Royal Kona Resort lies about nine miles from Kona International Airport (KOA). Various options provide rides from the airport to the hotel. When looking for cost-effective means, the best way of getting from the airport to the hotel would be via bus. However, you might have to take two buses; one from the airport to Kona Commons and another to the resort. Bus lines 202, 2, 90, and 7 provide hourly rides from the airport to Kona Commons. The average bus ride takes 28 minutes. From Kona commons to the resort, the bus takes 16 minutes. The hotel also provides shuttles that offer rides from the airport to the hotel within 18 minutes. You can also take taxis or town cars which offer private transfers. Consider getting car rentals and driving to the facility when looking for reliable and convenient means.

  • What are my options at the Royal Kona Resort when I’m traveling with family?

    Royal Kona Resort offers various family services, including an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Families can also bond over the hotel's spa, which offers various services, including manicures, pedicures, biddy treatments, and massages. It also features a garden, terrace, and picnic area ideal for families. Children will love playing tennis with their parents at the tennis court onsite.

  • Why should I eat at Royal Kona Resort?

    Enjoy Royal Kona Resort’s vibrant food and drink scene at its dining options. They feature bold tiki architecture and tropical, open-air ambiance. Spectacular ocean views enhance the delicious Hawaiian and international cuisine made from a fusion of the freshest local ingredients. Voyagers of the Pacific Luau offers delicacies like a succulent roast pig when listening to island music. Don's Mai Tai Bar features oceanfront dining with live Hawaiian Music and whale watching.

  • Are there services for business guests at Royal Kona Resort?

    Business guests will love to know that Royal Kona Resort offers various business-friendly services. Whether you want a corporate event or a small business meeting, the hotel can meet your needs. It offers over 10,000 square feet of flexible venue space with skilled event planners and stunning oceanfront venues to create extraordinary meetings. They can accommodate up to 500 guests. It also offers six meeting rooms with intricate lighting ideal for presentations. Riyal Kona resort also features a computer station with fax, printing, and copying services. Guests also get high-speed internet to keep them connected.  

  • Where is Royal Kona Resort located?

    Royal Kona Resort is located at 75-5852 Alii Drive, 0.5 miles from the center of Kailua-Kona. The Lotus Center is the closest landmark to Royal Kona Resort.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Royal Kona Resort?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Royal Kona Resort.

  • Does Royal Kona Resort offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Royal Kona Resort offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Royal Kona Resort from the airport?

    Royal Kona Resort is 8.2 miles from Kona Intl. Royal Kona Resort is 32.9 miles from Waimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala.

  • Does Royal Kona Resort have a pool?

    Yes, Royal Kona Resort has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Royal Kona Resort hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Royal Kona Resort in Kailua-Kona and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Royal Kona Resort and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Royal Kona Resort.

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Distance to airport

0.5 mi
Kona Intl
8.2 mi

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