$99 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 22, 2013 Check-out: May 24, 2013

Kona Seaside Hotel

2 stars
75-5646 Palani Road, Kona (Big Island of Hawaii), HI 96740
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.5
out of 5
206 reviews
Excellent stay at perfect location

Our Hawaiian vacation was in Hilo, but we went to Kona for one night. This hotel was right across... See full review

  • Sunshine 2012
  • Jan 2, 2013
THE PLACE TO STAY!

The hotel is in the heart of Kona. Walk just about anywhere, tour pick ups at the hotel, and if not... See full review

  • My Hawaii 50 BDAY ST
  • Mar 2, 2012
Kailua value hotel offers Island-style rooms near waterfront and shops
The budget-friendly and family owned Kona Seaside Hotel offers great perks just off the waterfront in downtown Kailua-Kona. The property features two swimming pools and two all-day restaurants, plus some guest rooms have ocean views. Just around the corner, Kailua's oceanfront Alii Drive is bustling with charming shops, restaurants and historic sites, including Hulihee Palace, Mokuaikaua Church and Ahuena Heiau.
Highlights
  • Book an oceanview tower room with private balcony and enjoy views of the pier, bay, paddlers and big-game fishing boats
  • Location in the heart of Kailua town, near restaurants, shopping, bars and historic sites
  • Cool off in two on-property swimming pools, perfect for Kona's year-round warm weather
  • Two restaurants
  • High-speed Internet access available (fees may apply)
Rooms
Both smoking and non-smoking rooms are available in either the hotel's mid-rise tower or the garden area. Selected Kona Seaside Hotel rooms offer nice bay views. All are furnished in simple Island style with turquoise and red patterned bedspreads, bedside lamp and nightstands. Guest rooms include air conditioning, a mini refrigerator, clock radio, ceiling fan and private balcony. Units include high-speed Internet access (fees may apply). Some also have microwaves.

Features
Kona Seaside Hotel offers guests two restaurants: Tanti's and Paleo's Bar and Grill, both open daily. Additional casual and fine dining is plentiful throughout the neighborhood, especially on the waterfront Alii Drive. Kona Seaside Hotel is across the Kaliua Peir, the ocean activity center on the Big Island. Guest enjoy two pools, and high-speed Internet access (fees may apply). Parking is available (fees apply). Day trips to Volcano National Park promise an easy route from the property.

Transportation
  • Kona International Airport (9.3 mi/14.9 km)


Attractions
  • Hulihee Palace (0.3 mi/450 m)
  • Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park (3.4 mi/5.5 km)
  • Kahaluu Beach Park ("Snorkel Beach") (5 mi/8.1 km)
  • Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park (20.1 mi/32.3 km)
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (via Captain Cook) (93 mi/151 km)

Kona Seaside Hotel Rooms

Deluxe Tower: One King or Two Double Beds
Located in our garden area, this spacious room has one king or two double beds, a remote controlled color TV, tropical ceiling fan, refrigerator,coffee and tea maker,black out drapes, iron and ironing board, clock radio, dial direct telephone with data port, A/C and large private lanai.Wi-Fi price $5.95 per day
Superior Garden: One King or Two Double Beds
Located in our garden area, this spacious room has one king or two double beds, a remote controlled color TV, coffee and tea maker, black out drapes, iron and ironing board,tropical ceiling fan, clock radio, dial direct telephone with data port, refrigerator, and air conditioning. Wi-Fi price $5.95 per day
Superior Pool: One King or Two Double Beds
Located in our popular Tower area near the lobby, this spacious room has one king or two double beds, a remote controlled color TV, tropical ceiling fan, coffee and tea maker, black out drapes, iron and ironing board, clock radio, dial direct telephone with data refrigerator, A/C and large private lanai with a view of the ocean.Wi-Fi price $5.95 per day

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Outdoor pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Activities
Outdoor pool
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Services
Safe deposit box
Gift shop
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Reviewer score 3.9 out of 5

Hotel Map

19.6418 -155.9963
Area served
Kailua Kona
Nearby airports
Keahole Airport
Area description
From the Keahole Airport turn right onto the highway and travel nine miles into Kailua-Kona. Hotel is located at the corner of Kuakini and Palani.

Dining

Splashers
Oceanfront dining with lunch and dinner specialities of fresh kona caught fish, steaks and chops.
Tante's
This Oceanfront restaurant specializes in local favorites

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (206)

Ratings and reviews for Kona Seaside Hotel

Overall score

3.5 / 5
206 out of 206
Amenities:
3.3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3.6
Location:
4.4
Value:
4.2

87% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Lucky One
Waimanalo, HI 96795, USA
Jan 31, 2012

Great Weekend Getaway

This weekend was great to get away from the hustle and bustle of home and work. Complimentary breakfast at Tante's Restraunt with the view of the ocean right across the street. It was nothing like fine dining but it was relaxing, food was good, and workers were friendly. Overall, this hotel was comfortable. The only disappointment was the parking. Although I got a parking pass, there wasn't any parking in the evening so I had to park down the street in a public parking area and walk to the hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Kona Seaside Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Yeti WA
Spokane, WA, USA
Jan 29, 2012

Best deal in Kona by Alii Drive

Very good would clean nice pool stay again for sure

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Kona Seaside Hotel

Reviewer score

3
dfro
England, UK
Jan 28, 2012

Nice place

Try to get a room at the back of the hotel to avoid traffic noise on the balcony.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Kona Seaside Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Cully
Arizona, USA
Jan 24, 2012

Very nice hotel

Very happy with everthing at this hotel!! Great location, great food, friendly staff, very clean and free use of the computers.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Kona Seaside Hotel

Reviewer score

4
pworship
Portland Oregon
Jan 16, 2012

Very nice

Clean, comfortable, well price and close to everythng

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Hugo's, excellent food, beautiful sea view

Review of Kona Seaside Hotel

Reviewer score

3
Mitch317
Bellingham, Washington
Jan 6, 2012

In the heart of Kona

Great location and a friendly staff. Rooms are basic, but clean. We spend a couple nights here before we checked into our Timeshare, it really fit the bill, for a quick stay. Lots of restaurant and activities within a short walk of the hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Huggo's On the Rocks is a great place to watch the sun set, wiggle your toes in the sand, enjoy a reasonably priced meal and listen to some music.

Review of Kona Seaside Hotel

Reviewer score

3
mobesly
Hilo, HI, USA
Jan 4, 2012

not bad

Room was OK for the money. One desk clerk was very friendly, one - not so much. Charged an extra $5 to park in thier lot - never had to do that before.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Tiny little sandy area of beach access area near hotel.

Review of Kona Seaside Hotel

Reviewer score

3
Abinaki
Alaska
Jan 2, 2012

Good for the cost.

Staff great, room and grounds very clean, complimentary breakfast very good. On site restaurant was good. Parking was sort of limited.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Korean BBQ on Kawi St. in industrial area, next to commercial ice place. Great food and great price. Try the combination.... A great find.....

Review of Kona Seaside Hotel

Reviewer score

4
HI KONA
HOUSTON, TEXAS
Dec 22, 2011

QUIET PLACE TO STAY

SECOND TIME I STAYED THERE THIS YEAR. MORE IMPROVEMENTS. FRIENDLY STAFF. WALKING DISTANCE TO FOOD AND SHOPPING.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

BIG ISLAND GRILL, VERY GOOD FOOD, ESP. LOCAL FAVORITES LIKE: LOCO MOCO.

Review of Kona Seaside Hotel

Reviewer score

4
eileen and wade
oakville, ontario
Dec 13, 2011

Great hotel and perfect location.

Room was clean, comfortable with balcony. Hotel staff very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed the pool and free breakfast! Only stayed for 2 nights but wished it was longer. Would definitely return to this hotel!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
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