75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740, United States

Royal Kona Resort

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Royal Kona Resort

Oceanfront Kailua-Kona Hotel on Ali‘i Drive by Kailua Bay

Stay on 12 tropically landscaped oceanfront acres in the heart of Kailua-Kona, steps from shops, restaurants, historic sites, and island activities. Enjoy open-air dining with sunset views, a freshwater oceanfront pool, a sheltered saltwater swimming lagoon, fitness facilities, spa treatment rooms, tennis benefits through the resort fee, and easy access to Kona snorkeling, sailing, scuba diving, and tours from Ali‘i Drive.

Woman in a sundress on an ocean-view balcony at Royal Kona Resort.
Guest standing in the pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas at Royal Kona Resort.
Canopied oceanfront daybed with a guest relaxing at Royal Kona Resort.
Oceanfront pool with loungers, umbrellas, and cabanas at Royal Kona Resort.
Guest doing yoga on a lawn by a thatched gazebo at Royal Kona Resort.
Outdoor yoga class on an oceanfront deck at Royal Kona Resort.
Massage treatment in a spa room at Royal Kona Resort.
Aerial view of tennis courts, resort buildings, parking, and ocean at Royal Kona Resort.
Lava-rock shoreline, ocean, and partial resort building at Royal Kona Resort.
Hula performer in floral adornments posing by the ocean at sunset at Royal Kona Resort.
Hula dancers perform at night with torches and orange feather implements at Royal Kona Resort.
Fire dancer kneels onstage with a flaming torch during a night show at Royal Kona Resort.
Hula dancers perform on an outdoor stage at Royal Kona Resort.
A dancer performs at dusk beside tiki torches at Royal Kona Resort.
Performers hold paddles on an oceanfront stage at Royal Kona Resort.
A carved wooden tiki figure is shown in close-up at Royal Kona Resort.
Guest walks with a tropical drink past lava-rock planters at Royal Kona Resort.
Guests toast drinks on striped lounge chairs by the pool at Royal Kona Resort.
Tropical gardens and a lagoon sit beside open-air columns at Royal Kona Resort.
Orange sunset over the ocean with boat silhouettes near Royal Kona Resort.
Couple stands by lava rocks as waves splash beside Royal Kona Resort.
Lush gardens and water features border the resort building at Royal Kona Resort.
Entrance sign and resort tower with guest arriving at Royal Kona Resort.
Torch-lit tiki carving and entrance gardens at night at Royal Kona Resort.
Lounge chairs face the ocean lagoon and resort tower at Royal Kona Resort.
A guest sits beside the clear lava-rock lagoon at Royal Kona Resort.
A blue-cushioned lounge chair faces the surf and lava rocks at Royal Kona Resort.
Two lounge chairs sit under a thatched umbrella by the lagoon at Royal Kona Resort.
The clear ocean lagoon and lava-rock shoreline are seen at Royal Kona Resort.
A lit tropical courtyard with palms and exterior walkways at Royal Kona Resort.
WHAT YOU CAN ENJOY HERE

AMENITIES

Dining & Drinks

Rates may include dining credits or packages, while Don the Beachcomber serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails, and Mai Tais daily.

Room Conveniences

Guestrooms include a mini refrigerator, coffee maker, in-room safe, air conditioning, and private lanai for relaxed island stays.

Pool & Beach

Enjoy the oceanfront freshwater pool with umbrellas and access to a sheltered saltwater swimming lagoon for snorkeling.

Island Entertainment

Experience live music at Don’s, plus the oceanfront Voyagers of the Pacific Luau on select evenings.

Sports & Fitness

Use the on-site fitness center and resort-fee tennis benefits, with sailing, scuba diving, parasailing, rafting, and ecotours nearby.

Wi-Fi Access

Wi-Fi is listed among the benefits covered by the mandatory daily resort amenity fee.

A guest walks through a lush tropical courtyard garden at Royal Kona Resort.
A guest walks past tropical plants and open stairways at Royal Kona Resort.
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Rooms & Suites

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Standard room with two beds, balcony seating, and hillside view at Royal Kona Resort.

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Standard Room

  • 390 ft2
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 King Bed
Renovated ocean view room with two beds and balcony at Royal Kona Resort.

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Ocean View Room

  • 390 ft2
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 King Bed
Oceanfront king room with blue sofa and balcony view at Royal Kona Resort.

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Oceanfront Room

  • 390 ft2
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 King Bed
Partial ocean view king room with sofa and balcony at Royal Kona Resort.

Lagoon Tower Renovation Rate Partial Ocean View Room

  • 390 ft2
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 King Bed
Standard Room view of parking, palms, and green hills at Royal Kona Resort.

Standard Room

  • 4 Guests
  • 1 King or 2 Double Beds
Oceanfront balcony with table setting and blue water view at Royal Kona Resort.

Room Corner Oceanfront

  • 3 Guests
  • 1 King Bed
Ocean View room with two beds, desk and balcony overlooking palms at Royal Kona Resort.

Room Ocean View

  • 4 Guests
  • 1 King or 2 Double Beds
Oceanfront room balcony with table, chair, palm tree, and Pacific view at Royal Kona Resort.

Room Oceanfront

  • 4 Guests
  • 1 King or 2 Double Beds
Guest relaxing on a blue sofa by the ocean view window at Royal Kona Resort.

Room Partial Ocean View

  • 4 Guests
  • 1 King or 2 Double Beds
SAVOR THE FLAVOR

reSTAURANTS & BARS

Assorted tropical cocktails with umbrellas and fruit garnishes on black lava rock at Royal Kona Resort.

Don the Beachcomber Restaurant & Mai Tai Bar

Hawaiian/Pacific Rim Fusion Restaurant

An open-air oceanfront restaurant at Royal Kona Resort serving Hawaiian/Pacific Rim fusion cuisine, fresh seafood, island-favorite dishes and Mai Tais with 180-degree ocean and sunset views. Don the Beachcomber Restaurant & Mai Tai Bar suits relaxed breakfasts, lunches and dinners by the water, with an easygoing Kona atmosphere.

Oceanfront lounge terrace with carved wood details, red chairs, palm tree, and diners at Royal Kona Resort.

Don's Breezeway Lounge

Cocktail Lounge

A breezy cocktail lounge at Royal Kona Resort offering specialty cocktails and idyllic ocean and sunset views in a comfortable setting with sofas and armchairs. Don’s Breezeway Lounge suits relaxed drinks with a full-menu option, feeling easygoing, open and quietly scenic.

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Explore The Area

Set along the serene shores of Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona, Royal Kona Resort offers a family-friendly escape surrounded by natural beauty and world-class snorkeling. The resort sits near the protected waters off Magic Sands Beach and Kahalu’u Beach Park, famous for resident sea turtles and vibrant coral reefs—perfect for unforgettable ocean adventures just steps from the sand. Guests can also slip into the resort’s own sheltered saltwater swimming lagoon, a calm cove ideal for swimming and snorkeling in clear water. Day trips to Hulihe’e Palace and Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park offer culture and adventure within easy reach. The charming seaside village of Kailua-Kona is also nearby for shopping, dining, and nightlife. Conveniently located about 15–20 minutes from Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport (KOA), this resort blends oceanfront comfort with access to Kona’s top attractions.

What's Nearby

Honl S Beach 5 Min Walk
Honl's Beach 5 min walk
Kona Inn Shopping Village 10 Min Walk
Kona Inn Shopping Village 10 min walk
St Michael The Archangel Church 10 Min Walk
St. Michael The Archangel Church 10 min walk
Moku Aikaua Church 10 Min Walk
Moku‘aikaua Church 10 min walk
Hulihee Palace 15 Min Walk
Hulihee Palace 15 min walk
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

ROYAL KONA RESORT FAQs

Yes, Royal Kona Resort is a family-oriented resort that welcomes children of all ages. It has been named Hawaii Magazine’s Readers’ Choice Best Resort for Families for five consecutive years, making Royal Kona Resort a top choice for family vacations in Kailua-Kona.

At Royal Kona Resort, the reservation holder must be at least 18 years old at check-in, with a matching valid government-issued photo ID and credit card. While the resort welcomes guests of all ages, including children, the room must be booked under an adult reservation holder.

Royal Kona Resort features an oceanfront freshwater outdoor pool with turtle murals, located next to Don’s Mai Tai Bar, plus a sheltered saltwater swimming lagoon ideal for snorkeling. A children’s pool is also available, reflecting the resort’s family-friendly atmosphere.

Royal Kona Resort is home to Don the Beachcomber Restaurant & Mai Tai Bar, Kailua-Kona’s largest open-air oceanfront restaurant, along with Don’s Breezeway Lounge. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner with 180-degree ocean and sunset views from every seat.

Yes, Royal Kona Resort presents the Voyagers of the Pacific Luau, an oceanfront show on the shores of Kailua Bay featuring a Hawaiian buffet, open bar, and a Samoan fire-knife dance finale, welcoming guests of all ages, including families.

Royal Kona Resort features an on-site spa called The Lotus Center, located in the Bay Tower. It offers massage services, facials, body treatments, and salon services, with a daily resort fee credit applicable toward select massages.

The closest airport to Royal Kona Resort is Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport (KOA), located about 9 miles away, roughly a 15-20 minute drive from the resort.

Yes, Royal Kona Resort applies a mandatory daily resort fee that covers benefits such as a spa credit, tennis discounts, and island activity credits, payable directly to the resort.

Royal Kona Resort offers self-parking in a secure, gated lot for a daily fee, giving guests convenient and safe access to their vehicles throughout their stay.

No, Royal Kona Resort does not allow pets, including dogs and cats, ensuring a consistent policy for all guests staying at the resort.

Royal Kona Resort

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