Royal Kona Resort > KOA > 75 5852 Alii Dr > Kailua-kona > HI > 96740>Location. With a dramatic oceanfront setting that overlooks picturesque Kailua Bay, the Royal Kona Resort stands within walking distance of the quaint fishing village of Kailua Kona with its many fine restaurants, shops, historical sites, and activities. Captain Cook Monument is a 30 minute drive from the resort and Parker Ranch, a working Hawaiian ranch that offers outdoor adventures, is located less than two miles from the property. Hotel Features. The Royal Kona Resort features a natural salt water swimming lagoon and sandy sunning area, in addition to a split level freshwater pool and children's pool. The resort features four tennis courts, the Lotus Center Massage and Spa and on property shops. Guests can experience oceanfront dining and entertainment at the acclaimed Don the Beachcomber Restaurant and Tiki Bar. Pacific Rim cuisine highlights include prime rib, seafood selections and the restaurant's signature dish, Huli Huli chicken prepared in the exhibition style kitchen. Royal Kona Resort's popular seaside Luau is served in a scenic coconut grove on selected weekdays. Guests may stay in touch while traveling via wireless Internet access for a fee. Guestrooms. The Royal Kona Resort features 452 air conditioned guestrooms positioned in three wings. Accommodations include balconies or patios with gardens, mountain or ocean views. Rooms feature refrigerators, coffeemakers and cable television. Wireless Internet access is available. All rooms are non smoking. Expert Tip. In 1812, King Kamehameha established his summer residence in this area after unifying the Hawaiian Islands and returning to his homeland. Next to the Kona Pier in the center of Kailua Kona are replicas of his thatched roof home and temple, with signs that explain their significance.Notifications:Additional fees and deposits may be charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. >The preferred airport for Royal Kona Resort is Kailua Kona, HI (KOA Kona Intl.) 12.6 km / 7.8 mi. Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property’s location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometre.