Royal Kona Resort

Big Island, Hawaii

Virgin rating

Don's Mai Tai Bar
Ocean View
Standard Room
Ocean Front Room
Corner King Room
Don The Beachcomber
Don's Mai Tai Bar
Ocean View
Standard Room
Ocean Front Room
Corner King Room
Don The Beachcomber

The hotel

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.

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (1796)
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Jan 25, 2025 Lanasha D

There were plenty of pillows, which I Loved ! The AC was perfect ! Plus it's was a very nice and quiet stay ! We didn't get the view of the ocean from my room but it was still a nice view. If your here on vacation or you just need a night to get away , I highly recommend Royal Kona Resort !
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Jan 24, 2025 124murthyv

My wife and I were there only for one night, and left very early in the morning. The room was spacious and clean. Unfortunately, the air conditioner made a lot of noise. The premises was busy. We did not use the restaurant. Parking was easy. We would definitely consider staying there again.
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Jan 22, 2025 Scott B

This place is old, everything is old, I am surprised it has high ratings as location is really the only redeeming feature. We were in the Bay tower and our room badly needs a remodel. Oceanfront so great view but single pane window and door wouldn't even close correctly. Pool is small and lounge chairs are old. No beach here. Nice sunsets. Dons… Read more
This place is old, everything is old, I am surprised it has high ratings as location is really the only redeeming feature. We were in the Bay tower and our room badly needs a remodel. Oceanfront so great view but single pane window and door wouldn't even close correctly. Pool is small and lounge chairs are old. No beach here. Nice sunsets. Dons is same, good views but everything is old and dated. Wait staff friendly enough but bartenders are all unfriendly and make weak drinks. Food just ok. Location is really great because you can walk to many restaurants, bars and shops. Too bad they don't invest in the property and make it nice. Read less
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Jan 22, 2025 Ryan M

The rooms were very clean and spacious. The bar and restaurant was excellent. The staff was very courteous and hospitable. Even with the high surf crashing on the shoreline, it was still comfortable. Would highly recommend Royal Kona Resort. Mahalo.
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Jan 21, 2025 LarryHopt Lucca, Italy

Great hotel! Pool is lovely, Bar/cafe food was excellent with amazing views of waves crashing on the shore! Have stayed here several times - always a pleasure. Rooms very comfortable. Very short walk to numerous cafes and music venues - 1 to 3 blocks, all on the waterfront row!