Fodor's Expert Review Royal Kona Resort
75-5852 Alii Dr., Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740, USA
If you're on a budget, this is a great option: the location is central; the bar, lounge, pool, and restaurant are right on the water; and the rooms feature contemporary Hawaiian decor with Polynesian accents. The hotel is adjacent to numerous shops and restaurants in the heart of Kailua Village. A luau with Polynesian entertainment (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday) is fun and quite popular, and the Lotus Center spa offers massages, facials, and chiropractic. There's also a fitness room on-site. Don's Mai Tai Bar (check out the restaurant's classic South Pacific architecture and authentic tiki decor) unveils incredible oceanfront views of Kailua Bay with a backdrop of authentic Hawaiian music.
PROS
- convenient location by shops and restaurants
- waterfront pool
- restaurant and bar with great views
CONS
- can be crowded
- $18 per day parking fee
- grounds have dated feel
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Rate Includes: No Meals