Royal Kona Resort

Royal Kona Resort - An oceanfront hotel in Kailua-Kona with a saltwater lagoon, cultural activities, and Don the Beachcomber Restaurant

Royal Kona Resort sits on the lava shoreline of Kailua Bay, offering oceanfront accommodations with private lanais. Rooms include king or double beds, mini-refrigerators, and coffee makers, while some feature partial or direct ocean views. Don the Beachcomber Restaurant serves Hawaiian and international cuisine with 180° ocean views, alongside Don's Mai Tai Bar, which offers cocktails and live Hawaiian music. Guests can snorkel in the saltwater lagoon, relax by the pool, or participate in Hawaiian cultural activities like hula and ukulele lessons. The Voyagers of the Pacific Luau, held multiple times weekly, includes Polynesian performances and a fire knife finale. The resort is 20 km from Kona International Airport and within walking distance of Coconut Grove Marketplace, featuring shops and cafes. The Royal Kona Resort Tennis Club provides four courts, and the Massage & Spa Center offers Eastern and Western treatments.

Pros

Oceanfront dining with panoramic views at Don the Beachcomber Restaurant and Mai Tai Bar

Weekly Hawaiian cultural programs, including hula and ukulele lessons

Saltwater lagoon ideal for beginner snorkelers

Proximity to Kailua-Kona's shopping and dining district

Scheduled activities like the Voyagers of the Pacific Luau

Cons

Parking incurs a daily fee of $25

Breakfast is available for purchase but not complimentary