We've stayed at the Royal Kona every two years for the last decade. It is in a perfect location to take night strolls and enjoy some great breakfast restaurants. The grounds are very well kept, but our room could have had a little more TLC. If they would have taken a remodel of our room a little further, it would have made all the difference. Rooms we've had in the past have a granite countertop to place some of our odds and ends. This room was barren. Also, the hot water was scolding. It was impossible to control. Overall, we still love the Royal Kona because of all the memories there, but would love some simple improvements to make the hotel what it should be...paradise.

IT is truly a tacky, tacky tourist resort hotel. It reminds me of a old cruise ship that ran a ground. You get the same over priced, fast flung food + an old tired room (though a great ocean view) and yes, the same canned tourist events with paid Hawaiian dancer that attempt to show the audience a culture that was sold or stolen (it depends on the story teller) decades ago. We arrived here because we changed plans, arrived late and found our other desirable hotels full. It is a port in the storm but only if you have to find a place in a hurry - conditionally recommended.

Just returned from vacation, we knew from previous reviews the resort was in need of upgrading, but the price was right. We had a Corner King and the view we had everyday was so spectacular it was worth the stay. Michelle (from Oregon) checked us in, she was so friendly and informative, she really kick started our ALOHA welcome and spirit. Our only real complaint would be the bed comforter was clean but lumpy and 2 packs of coffee would be nice for the lazy morning wakeup enjoying the view. There was no computer access so we had to use an internet cafe, we didn't take our laptop so WiFi was of no use to us. The ocean view from the the bar and live music each night was very romantic. Yes, we would stay again, just know it isn't a first class resort.

at first I thought"pity no beach" The pool was very nice and a small but lovely natural lagoon was tucked away down one side The view from the bar area in the evening at sunset was spectacular. During the day I saw dolphins leaping in the water(as many as 4 at once) and whales close to shore too. Staff in this area were very good and attentive. My room was very large and the bed was very comfortable (unlike Bali where most beds I had were as hard as a brick!) Lovely balcony overlooking gardens and pool and ocean. So lovely and quiet and peaceful. Cant understand the complaints about it being shabby. Of course I saw it was showing its age a bit but nothing to complain about. The spaciousness and the coolness come from an age when bigger was better! All in all loved it . Plenty of restaurants and shops nearby too.