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Royal Kona Resort

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Kailua-Kona

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Royal Kona Resort

6.7^/10

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"Dinner at Don's was excellent but pricey, just over $100 for two."(2 Tips)
"Grab a spot on their patio and take in the best view in Kona."(13 Tips)
"here again👍 Oceanview rooms in Allii Tower"(2 Tips)
"Margaritas at Don's Mai Tai Bar are the Best!"(2 Tips)

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Jane MonicaDecember 21, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Maid service is great👍 Would definitely stay here again👍 Oceanview rooms in Allii Tower r a good way to go👍 Grounds & lobby r beautiful😊🌴 Surf is lit up at night .... Just gorgeous👍😊🐢🌴
AKBAugust 17, 2018
Been here 10+ times
One of our favorite hotels in the world. You can’t beat the location, the amenities, the architecture, and the grounds. I could spend my life on the lanai.
KellieDecember 21, 2012
Walk across Ali'i Drive to the ABC store for reasonably-priced souvenirs, snacks, liquor, and fresh fruit. Boar's Head deli meats.
Allie Forrester-KostersJanuary 1, 2015
So far everything seems great. The staff are helpful, the room is clean. Tip. Skip the soda machines, there is a CVS nearby.
KristianDecember 7, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Standard room is quite a bit ahead of the competition on space, amenities and price. Hotel as a whole is very good. Only real drawback is that Wi-Fi is not complimentary
Shannon MayorgaMay 2, 2013
On site food is a little mixed. Skip breakfast buffet. Worse than Denny's! Happy hour and dinner at Don the Beachcomber is excellent.
KellieDecember 21, 2012
Ali'i Tower, south-facing Oceanview rooms have a great view of sunset on the water and the luau...at less cost than the Oceanfront room.
Rachel AdamsJanuary 26, 2017
It's not fancy but the location is excellent and the staff is great. It's nice to have a mini fridge too
Peter BadovinatzAugust 5, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Room decor definitely dated, some strange mechanical issues. Customer service has been very good. Dinner at Don's was excellent but pricey, just over $100 for two.
BC OOctober 26, 2022
The staff are amazing and nice. The hotel is old and needs a major update. The room was meh but the view of ocean amazing.
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Otel.comJuly 24, 2012
Don't miss the luaus here which feature an open bar, buffet of traditional dishes, fire dances and more!
Eric HinmanOctober 12, 2014
Grab a spot on their patio and take in the best view in Kona.
Sandy FDecember 7, 2011
Been here 10+ times
In my opinion there is no need to pay more for a corner room in the Alii tower. The view is amazing !
RCMarch 12, 2018
You can catch the famous ukelele performer here but it get’s crowded.
KamillaJune 2, 2013
Amazing place to stay! Great rooms, great view, great pool.
Ethyl PineAugust 8, 2013
Booked a regular mountain view room but received an ocean view room. I guess late check-in isn't too bad :-)
Natalie MJune 18, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Great location but the rooms are ehhhh. Needs work, especially bathrooms but cannot beat the 2 minute walk to Ali'i drive
Lyle FongNovember 29, 2011
Rooms in the ali'i tower are nice. Other towers are like a motel 6 frozen in the 60's. But regardless, the views are nice.
KellyAugust 10, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Take the Kona Trolley to get around.
Michael PerhaesJanuary 23, 2011
Been here 10+ times
The corner king rooms in the Alii tower are your best bet and the ocean views are awesome.
Kortney KeyJuly 19, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Margaritas at Don's Mai Tai Bar are the Best! Try the Mango Margarita :-)
M.December 23, 2011
Very nice view in the balcony. Ocean sound is wonderful!
Michael PerhaesMarch 23, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Check out the pool but try not to do it sober. Trust me on this.
Haylee McWilliamsMarch 11, 2012
The views are great! Rooms are nice in the Ali'i tower.
Kortnie WestfallJanuary 24, 2011
This place is really nice and has amazing views, but charges for their Internet! Who does that anymore??
HawaiiLifeDecember 28, 2011
Best Luau in Kona with awesome ocean views.
Dan KiahaSeptember 25, 2011
Happy hour 4 - 6 Mai tai, piña coladas, well drinks five dollars.
Melissa SchofSeptember 10, 2017
They have no clue what service is all about....pitiful!!!
Steve JahnkeJanuary 23, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Charges for internet are for every laptop in the room are you @#$&ing kidding! Hotel management is clueless to internet pricing!
Troy HOctober 3, 2013
They really need to upgrade there towels
Mabel L.December 17, 2011
The Luau is fantastic!
Josiah ASeptember 4, 2014
Luau time!
Chuck MillerOctober 18, 2011
Great boat trip starts here! Read more
Signe LasslSeptember 19, 2014
A bit run down rooms, but ither than that ok
Vidya ParthasarathyDecember 29, 2012
Overcrowded. No shuttles to anything. If you don't have a car you're screwed. Shopping around is decent and restaurants are good. Hotel restaurant is over priced. Overall not worth the price you pay.

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