Royal Kona Resort
http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/United_States--HI/Kona_(Big_Island_of_Hawaii)/Royal_Kona_Resort.h12356/
Hotel Overview
I could live here :)
We had such a great time! The hotel is beautiful and perfectly located in the heart of Kona. My...
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Nams
- May 9, 2013
Great vacation
The chairs in the room are not comfortable. Didn't like having to pay for WIFI. Only hotel that we...
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Miss Organizer
- Mar 28, 2013
Oceanfront Kailua resort features Don the Beachcomber mai tai heaven
Perched on a lava-rock promontory on the edge of downtown Kailua-Kona, the Royal Kona Resort is a landmark hotel with renovated rooms and stellar ocean views. On site, guests find the legendary Don the Beachcomber Restaurant and Don's Mai Tai Bar. A tri-star shaped hotel built around an open-air lobby and surrounded by a tropical saltwater fishpond, the atmosphere captures the Big Island spirit without forgoing all the niceties of resort living. A sandy beach ledge, sheltered swimming lagoon and split-level swimming pool add to the romance.
Royal Kona Resort Rooms
- Alii Tower / Lagoon Tower Rooms
- All guestrooms in the Alii and Lagoon Towers were completely remodeled in 2006, offering guests a fresh, new, contemporary decor. All guestrooms feature large open-air lanai and mini-refrigerators. Available room categories include: Alii / Lagoon Tower Garden/Mountain View, Partial Ocean View, Ocean View and Oceanfront.
- Bay Tower Rooms
- Offers travelers a choice of comfortable, value-priced guestrooms which were refurbished in 2001. All guestrooms feature large open-air lanai and mini-refrigerators. Available room categories include: Bay Tower Standard, Partial Ocean View, Ocean View and Oceanfront.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Pool
- General
- Concierge
- Activities
- Pool
- Spa services
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Services
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Kailua-Kona-Big Island of Hawaii, HI
- Nearby airports
- Kona International Airport-LOA
- Area description
- Unique and dramatic setting located overlooking beautiful Kailua Bay. Walking distance to historic Kailua-Kona town's shopping and attractions. Approximately 15 minutes south of Kona International Airport.
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- The Hotel provides over 25,000 square feet of function space that is ideal for small intimate gatherings or meeting to theatrical Theme Parties for up to 500 guests! Audio visual equipment is available to rent in addition to WIFI services.
Dining
- Don the Beachcomber
- Set oceanfront with sunsets and a tropical atmosphere, the Hotel presents Don the Beachcomber, a specialty-themed restaurant serving Pacific Fusion cuisine. This Restaurant is the newest addition to the Royal Kona Resort serving breakfast and dinner daily.
- Don's Mai Tai Bar
- Curving around the water's edge, features Hawaiian specialty drinks including the Original Mai Tai! In addition to the complete cocktail service in Kona's most spectacular location overlooking Kailua Bay, guests can enjoy lunch or appetizers (pupus) while watching dolphins, sea turtles and whales (seasonal) frolic in the ocean. This is the ideal spot for watching a Hawaiian sunset. Big screen television, dancing and entertainment scheduled throughout the week.
- Lava Legends & Legacies Polynesian Luau
- Featuring Kona's only oceanfront Luau, guests can enjoy an open bar and a feast of traditional Luau favorites. Watch as the evening begins with an authentic Imu ceremony and continues with a lively performance of song and dance that is common throughout the Pacific Islands. The evening of entertainment concludes with an incredible fire knife demonstration by the award winning Tihati Productions!
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.
Guest Reviews (396)
Ratings and reviews for Royal Kona Resort
- All travelers (396) 3.8 / 5
- Business (22) 3.9 / 5
- Couples (240) 3.8 / 5
- Families (60) 4 / 5
- Friends (27) 4 / 5
- Singles (40) 3.9 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.7
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 3.9
- Location:
- 4.7
- Value:
- 4
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
AngieeR
Beautiful Hotel!!
Absolutely enjoyed my stay at this hotel! While it is older it is nicely kept up and very comfortable and clean! Everyone was very nice and helpful whenever we needed something. I would definitely book this hotel again
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great Stay
We went to Hawaii to get married and this hotel was originally reccomended to us by a friend. The staff was very accomadating and always friendly. You can't beat the views and the sounds of crashing waves! Don the Beachcomber Bar and Restaurant is also ocean side and the food was excellent the night we ate there and it was great having drinks in the evenings while looking out to the ocean. The location was good and there was alot of accessible restaurants and bars within walking distance. We stayed in the newly renovated Alii tower and the room was quite comfortable and clean. There was a small refrigerator in a seperate wet bar area and the only thing we really would have liked to see is a microwave as well. There was a safe in the room which was nice. We would definately reccomend this hotel to anyone and would stay again ourselves in the future.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Plenty of restaurants within walking distance and we enjoyed Bongo Bens across the street for drinks at night. Breakfast was good there also.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great place to stay in Kona. Shopping within walking distance.
The Royal Kona resort was an excellent place to stay. the room had a corner balcony which overlooked their mann made beach/ swimming lagoon. The bathroom had 2 vanities one located in the shower area and another separate from the shower area. The bed and bedding was extremely comfortable. The staff gets an A+ for their wonderful hospitality. I would recommend this hotel to anybody wishing to stay in Kona.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
Excursions such as luaus and snorkling can be booked on site.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great location
This hotel is located within walking distance to many restaurants and shops. The Mai Tai bar offer a wonderful view at the ocean and the sunset. I really appreciated the fact that one sink was outside the bathroom.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Many restaurant with an ocean view are accessible within walking distance.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great location, musty smell
Perfect location. I had an awesome room with two balconies overlooking the ocean. Only complaints were that the room smelled very musty and that the decor seemed slightly dated.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Fabulous location
Arguably the best value on the Big Island. Our oceanview was an added bonus, and the in-room refrigerator made it easy to relax and plan our meals. This was our second visit and my wife wants to come back, again. Finally, we strongly recommend the luau!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
Within a 5-10 minute walk of a wide-variety of shops and restaurants.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great amenities and helpful staff
The Royal Kona Resort was very comfortable and full of activities. The location, which is Alii Drive, is full of shops, restaurants, and spas. The bathroom was bigger than I expected and the closet was a decent size. The Spa staff was very friendly and I feel that I got my money's worth. The restaurant was great and when I first sat down, I had fresh pineapple and soft bread and butter. The Bar was great and if you go there during happy hour, pina coladas are 50% off!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Eat breakfast at Rio's. They have a 7.95 menu and you definently get your money's worth.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Friendly resting
This hotes is such a cute little apartment, because had adecute conditions for rest. It is in front of the sea, quiet and you can listen the sea on the morning. The bed was an excellent place to rest. The hotel has an great restaurant. I took a buffet, it was delicious, and the dinner, Oh my god, I remember and I like to return. The ubication was perfect, is in the town of kona.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
I wen to kona, for simposium in the Sheraton hotel, then, this was near from kona royal resort hotel. When I return later I went to walk for buying somefood.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
mira
Ocean views
The Royal Kona had fantastic ocean views with plenty of seating to watch the sunsets. The hotel is located in a perfact distance from all the shops and restaurants. I personally loved it I would not of stayed in any other hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Next door to the hotel are two bar/restaurants, Huggo's and The Rocks great food and live music.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great location
It's right at the edge of town. Great spot. Easy walking to a multitude of restaurants and more. Beautiful location!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
Everything is within walking distance
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Best for your dollar.
The location is excellent!The hotel staff was very helpful.I would stay there again,I just wish the maitainence issues in our room were adressed before we arrived.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
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