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
Squeezed Middle Class Citizen
Nice...but not
Our room was ocean front, corner patio in the Lagoon Tower, with an incredible view right over the crashing waves. Unfortunately, however, it smelled musty and old, and anything metal in the room, from tables to door jams, had rust on it. Bathroom was straight out of the 70's. Be careful with the sliding glass doors, you might rip a shoulder. Carpets were old commercial grade, nasty too, laid right over the concrete floor. The "Fitness Center" literally consists of a single treadmill, a yoga ball, and a couple small barbells all packed into one of the regular sized rooms...what a joke! "Don's MaiTai Bar" in the hotel has good happy-hour deals on drinks and pupus, friendly bartenders and a KILLER sunset view, stay CLEAR of Don The BeachComber Restaurant unless you light your cigars with hundred dollar bills. Short walk to several eating establishments and nightlife locations, shopping as well. Price was right though[...].
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Eating and drinking establishments very close by...Island Lava Java for breakfast and coffee. Humpy's for a sunset microbrew at the bar and decent happy-hour prices on surprisingly good food. Lulu's is a cardiac death trap with horrible service. Outback Steakhouse...do I even need to comment on that one? Bongo Ben's, nothing remarkable, except the price.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Pros and Cons
Best points: Great location within walking distance of everything in Kailua-Kona Nice discount cards given on check-in Was upgraded to ocean view room at no charge Safe in Room Great View of ocean Not So Good: Rooms are dated and need upgrades. TV is old analog style, not very large. Bathroom had signs of peeling paint, rusting fixtures
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Long walk from hotel
Fish Hopper Restaurant is the best - by the Harbor
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Linda & Gary
Great location for the price!
Everything went well during our stay at the Royal Kona Resort! They were very helpful and we really enjoyed snorkeling in the private lagoon there. Lots of fish to see and very accesible and easy to get to, from our room! We attended the YWAM 50th anniversary during the week of our stay up at the University of the Nations. . so the hotel location was perfect for that venue. It was also very close to downtown Kailua-Kona, within walking distance, for shopping and wonderful restaurants to visit. We also had breakfast at the Royal Kona Resort (all you can eat) and the food and service was excellent! Would definitely recommend this hotel to my friends! God bless you all!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Time-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Short walk to shopping locations and places to eat. Saved us lots of time and money, looking for parking spots!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Good location fair price
Good location close to activities and food. WiFi should be free as most places around area provide it for free. Parking is $10 per night should also be included with price of hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tirekicker
Comfortable, large room
The room was clean and comfortable. The only thing that would keep me from rating it higher would be the overall condition of the room. It was a little shop worn around the edges, especially the bathroom.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Golf. Plenty of good swimming and snorkeling options.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
jldrj
OK for the price
This was our 5th trip to HI. Lots of snorkling and exploring. Great view. Be sure to get Ocean Front. Everything within walking distance.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Royal Kona Resort 2011
We are an active 50 year old couple that hiked a bunch....my husband stayed here in 1968 when it was a Hilton...so it is an older hotel but is nice and clean...the staff are awesome...location fantastic...had a room with a view of the ocean which can be a bit noisy but we loved it...perhaps because of the way the hotel is built there is not much sound proofing and voices carry...especially from the lanai...takes forever to get a beer at the mai tai bar..and we are not talking about the busy happy hour .....
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Long walk from hotel
If you like to swim, challenge yourself to try the Ironman swim course...or part of it...
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Neon Leon
Not fancy, great location
The Royal Kona is comfortable at a reasonable price. The resturant and bar are very good. We walked to most all our activities, and enjoyed the great location.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Shopping tip:
Short drive from hotel
Take a short to Target, K-mart,Walmart,Safeway, or any of the other large stores in the area, to stock your fridge and snack supply at reasonable prices.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
RickDaKine
Ocean Front View but Noisy
The Hotel was 3 buildings, only the middle main building is newly renovated the other 2 side buildings are old and in desperate need of the makeover. Be weary of the ocean front rooms as they provide a gorgeous view but also a sleepness night due to the constant crashing of the waves.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Check out Big Island Grill a 15min walk from the hotel, they have daily specials, huge portions and reasonable prices.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Good for the price
Nicew ocean view at a lovely pool However, pool area needed more umbrellas Clean rooms but dated Very nice ocean side luau location Mai tais good -- can ask for more rum Luau food good but not spectacular Don the Beachcomber Restaurant has a great view and good food Terrible pillows in the hotel
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Go to both National Parks -- one north and one south of the hotel
