An established resort hotel, the Royal Kona is surrounding by 12 acres of tropical landscape, just steps from the sea. Its laid-back ambience ensures a relaxing stay with amenities such as an oceanfront swimming pool and a private swimming lagoon to tempt you. There are also tennis courts for those who’ve remembered to pack their whites and a fitness centre for keeping trim. A hot favourite we think will be the Mai Tai Bar, not only serving 10 types of Mai Tai’s but set in a spectacular location, against the backdrop of Kailua Bay. The Breezaway Lounge is also idyllic, with sofas and armchairs strategically placed to offer full ocean views. Grab yourself a seat, a Mai Tai (of course!) and admire dazzling sunsets night after night. At Don the Beachcomber, the dining is as sumptuous as the view, fusing Asian inspiration and European technique to create the most delightful of dishes. Not to be missed is the Lu’au — a feast of tropical delicacies, song and dance celebrating the legends and lore of Polynesia, the dramatic Fire Dance finale is breathtaking!
Amenities
Tennis
Bar
Evening Entertainment
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Laundry Service
No Smoking
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Swimming Pool
Beachfront location
Where is it
On the Island of Hawaii, beside the sea in Kailua-Kona, in the historical district and close to Hulihee Palace.
Hotel information
436 rooms and suites in 3 ocean front towers. All with air-conditioning, balcony, satellite TV with pay-per-view films, telephone, WiFi*, mini-fridge, coffee maker, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. Standard Room with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Partial Ocean View Room with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Ocean View Room with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Ocean Front Corner King offer full panoramic ocean views with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Don the Beachcomber Restaurant, Don’s Mai Tai Bar, Don’s Breezaway Lounge. Ocean front swimming pool, private swimming lagoon. Fitness centre. 4 floodlit tennis courts. Ocean front Voyagers of the Pacific Lu’au* (select evenings). Weekly Hawaiian Music Legends Concert Series. Regular live music. Activities desk. Hair salon*. Spa and Massage Centre*. Laundry self-service*. Shops. Self-parking $12 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change).
This hotel has a resort fee of $25 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)
Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.
*Denotes local charge.
Based on 5598 reviews
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Loved our stay in Kona
Jul 16, 2025Robin A
My husband and I stayed here for our 20th anniversary, and we couldn’t have been happier! Our newly renovated room was comfortable, clean, and nicely decorated. The lobby area is nothing short of grand! The resort has 2 pools with beautiful ocean views; one has plenty of lounge chairs and cabanas (these are rentals), with a small shallow area for…
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My husband and I stayed here for our 20th anniversary, and we couldn’t have been happier! Our newly renovated room was comfortable, clean, and nicely decorated. The lobby area is nothing short of grand! The resort has 2 pools with beautiful ocean views; one has plenty of lounge chairs and cabanas (these are rentals), with a small shallow area for smaller children, and the other is a salt water lagoon! The staff was friendly and welcoming. They have a nice restaurant/bar and lots of daily activities such as ukulele lessons in the lobby. There is also a separate laundry area for a fee. We were in the heart of the Kailua-Kona area, and walking distance to many restaurants and shops.
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Such a Wonderful Resort!!
Jul 11, 2025Vince RTulsa, Oklahoma
Could you find another resort so close to all of the shops and restaurants than this one? No! Could you find a resort with better amenities and a better luau show or entertainment than this one? No! Could you find a resort with better staff and management than this one? No! Will I be staying here again and recommending this place to everyone I…
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Could you find another resort so close to all of the shops and restaurants than this one? No! Could you find a resort with better amenities and a better luau show or entertainment than this one? No! Could you find a resort with better staff and management than this one? No! Will I be staying here again and recommending this place to everyone I know? Yes!! Loved this place and our stay!!
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Beautiful
Jul 11, 2025Travelgalambie
I had a wonderful stay at the Royal Resort. The staff was amazing, welcoming and attentive. They had great amenities. I loved the the location. You could either walk or take a city trolley to explore all that Kona has to offer, including but not limited to local restaurants, shops and beaches etc. The views were awesome, the restaurant/ on-site…
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I had a wonderful stay at the Royal Resort. The staff was amazing, welcoming and attentive. They had great amenities. I loved the the location. You could either walk or take a city trolley to explore all that Kona has to offer, including but not limited to local restaurants, shops and beaches etc. The views were awesome, the restaurant/ on-site bar restaurant was really good (ask for Dayne and Autumn), the beds were comfy.
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Really lovely property.
Jul 9, 2025H9324HKlucys
Large property close to everything you could need. Small pool was clean tidy and relatively quiet. No beach. Great bar/restaurant overlooking the water, only had breakfast there, which was good. Great service from all staff. Stayed in Alii Tower room was large comfortable and clean. Large balcony with furniture with partial Seaview.
A bit rough…
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Large property close to everything you could need. Small pool was clean tidy and relatively quiet. No beach. Great bar/restaurant overlooking the water, only had breakfast there, which was good. Great service from all staff. Stayed in Alii Tower room was large comfortable and clean. Large balcony with furniture with partial Seaview.
A bit rough round the edges and needs some small repairs and painting here and there but overall really nice. Would stay again and recommend to friends and family.
Didn't hear anything from the building works.
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Outstanding stay and experience
Jul 7, 2025Inspire21617573459
This resort was great and I had an exceptional experience. I was celebrating my daughter's birthday. The Royal Kona Resort has a history with me as I was here back in 1998 with my daughter's mother on our honeymoon. The location of the Royal Kona Resort is absolutely scenic as it's right next to the ocean. You cannot have a better view of the…
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This resort was great and I had an exceptional experience. I was celebrating my daughter's birthday. The Royal Kona Resort has a history with me as I was here back in 1998 with my daughter's mother on our honeymoon. The location of the Royal Kona Resort is absolutely scenic as it's right next to the ocean. You cannot have a better view of the ocean in any position but from this beautiful hotel resort
In addition, the staff was very friendly and very helpful. I want to give a shout out to the manager on duty when I checked in whose name is Kevin. Great location and great restaurant that is in the hotel and everything is within walkable distance. My daughter and I had a great vacation and time of our lives. The rooms were clean and room service was outstanding. I highly recommend this resort. And their prices were very reasonable and affordable. Keep up the great work.
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Loved our stay in Kona
