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Royal Kona Resort

75-5852 Alii Dr, Kona, HI 96740
Royal Kona Resort
Real Traveler Rating: 3.9 out of 5 based on 821 reviews from 6 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 3.9 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
Room: Rating of 3.9 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Highly Recommended
Based on 821 reviews
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  • Overall: Rating of 3.9 out of 5

    "I would recommend it to others." source Skoosh

    "Overall this was a fantastic hotel for the money." source Hotels.com

    "The private lagoon is a great place for children to play and swim; there are no crashing waves or tidal issues and there is an assortment of interesting small sea creature to observe." source Travelocity

    "The hotel is not new, and in places it shows its age, but the overall feel of the place is comfortable and classic." source Expedia

    "Saved big by doing the time share tour, and highly recommend Hawaii Trail and Forest if you are interested in Birding." source Travelocity

  • Clean: Rating of 3.9 out of 5

    "The pool is not elaborate but nice and clean, and close enough to the ocean to look out at the waves from your pool-side chair." source Orbitz

    "Though clean and comfortable, the Tv was old and spastic and did not receive many channels, the bathroom was definitely showing some wear and the balcony had some strange, what I am guessing were planters at one time, that could have, at least, been repainted to not look like old empty planters." source Hotels.com

    "This hotel was nice and clean. Our room had a view of the pool area and luau stage which was neat to watch from our room." source Travelocity

    "That said, the rooms were clean and service was good." source Expedia

    "Room was clean but had paint peeling." source Hotels.com

  • Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5

    "All of the staff were excellent in service and appearance." source Hotels.com

    "Great service and very friendly staff." source Travelocity

    "The view is spectacular (if you can dismiss the occasional cruise liner), it has great parking (though you have to pay), the customer service is out of this world, they really aim to please." source Travelocity

    "I loved the location, the staff was nice but they do not offer the quality service you would expect for a hotel in this price range." source Travelocity

    "I was disappointed to find that not only was room service not provided - but that there was no access to the internet in my room." source Travelocity

  • Location: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "location is great, stuff too." source Orbitz

    "Great location, but away from the hustle and bustle. Shops, stores, restaurants all within walking distance." source Priceline

    "The hotel was very crowded, and the pool area was also considered one of the smoking areas (being a non-smoker and pregnant, I did not appreciate that)." source Travelocity

    "It is in a great location and the outdoor bar/restaurant/lounge is right on the water and has a steady breeze and you can hear the crash of the waves and watch to sunset from there." source Expedia

    "I liked everything, great location with beautiful views Nice hotel in a good location at a fair price." source Priceline

  • Value: Rating of 4.0 out of 5

    "The price is right, try to stay in the Alii tower the rooms are new, I saw one of the rooms in the other tower and it was a little musty, but not too bad unless you like to complain like the people below." source Travelocity

    "The price was awesome (they could have totally took advantage of our situation, but they didn't) and the location couldn't be better." source Travelocity

    "Don't book with hotel for excursions they charge over the price - Luau was 20 over the expedia price." source Travelocity

    "Great location, if you get stuck without a car as we did, you will realize it is not such a big deal." source Travelocity

    "Make sure you go to "Bongo Bob's across the street for a great breakfast at an AWESOME price." source Travelocity

More information on Royal Kona Resort

KONA'S BEST LOCATION - With a dramatic oceanfront setting overlooking picturesque Kailua Bay, the Royal Kona Resort offers great value and is conveniently located within walking distance to the village of Kailua-Kona with its many fine restaurants, shops, historical sites, and activities.Ideally situated on 12 acres of tropical gardens on a lava promontory, the Royal Kona Resort is surrounded on three sides by the crystal clear waters of the blue Pacific. The resort is comprised of three guestroom towers, and all guestrooms in the Alii and Lagoon Towers were completely remodeled in 2006, offering guests a fresh, new, contemporary decor. The resort's Bay Tower offers travelers a choice of comfortable, value-priced guestrooms which were refurbished in 2001. Each of the resort's spacious guestrooms feature large outdoor lanai's on which guests can enjoy the tranquility, and take pleasure in beautiful mountain vistas or gaze out across the magnificent Pacific Ocean. A relaxing open-air lobby and surrounding tropical salt-water fishpond lead out to an expansive oceanfront sundeck and split-level freshwater swimming pool which is impressively perched on a lava flow directly above the ocean. The resort also features a private sandy beach cove and sheltered salt-water swimming lagoon which is perfect for snorkeling. Other resort amenities include four Tennis Courts available for day or evening play, rejuvenating massage and spa treatments at the resort's Lotus Center, complete hair, nail and skin care salon services, and great on-property shopping. Island specialists are available at the resort's Activity Desk to assist guests in booking tours and to recommend other island attractions, and specialists are also available on-property to assist couples with destination weddings and vow renewal ceremonies.Kona's very best dining experience is showcased in a truly world-class ocean-side setting at the Royal Kona Resort's award-winning Don The Beachcomber restaurant. And guests will find live entertainment, light meals and a variety of tropical beverages, including the Original Mai Tai, at Don's Mai Tai Bar. With its open-air setting, right on the water's edge, Don's is the perfect spot to enjoy the sights and sounds of all of the activity taking place on Kailua Bay, and a great place to catch a breathtaking Kona sunset. Several nights a week, the resort also presents Kona's only oceanfront Luau, the "Lava Legends and Legacies Polynesian Luau", amidst a lovely oceanfront Coconut Grove. For a great location in the heart of Kailua-Kona, gracious Hawaiian hospitality and service, and the Big Islands best value, the Royal Kona Resort is an excellent choice.Royal Kona Resort is a 100% non-smoking hotel

Check-in Time:

1500

Check-out Time:

1200

Year Renovated:

2002

Total 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.

Total Floors:

7 floors.

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.

Directions

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.

Area

Kailua-Kona-Big Island of Hawaii, HI

Attractions

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park 2 1/2 Hours Captain Cook Memorial 25 Minutes City of Refuge 25 Minutes Parker Ranch 55 Minutes Hard Rock Cafe Across the street Kilauea Iki Trails 1 1/2 Hours Hapuna Beach 45 Minutes Mauna Kea 2 Hours

Dining

Don the BeachcomberSet 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 BarCurving 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 LuauFeaturing 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!

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