Royal Kona Resort, HiloRoyal Kona Resort in Hilo, United States has a corrected score of 2.8 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 18 of 19 hotels we score in Hilo. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.7 before correction: Booking.com 2.4, Tripadvisor 3.0.Royal Kona Resort is an oceanfront hotel situated on twelve acres of tropical land overlooking Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona. The property features a saltwater lagoon, a private beach area, and an outdoor swimming pool. Guests can access an on-site restaurant, a gym, and massage services. The spacious guest rooms and suites are located within walking distance of local shops, dining, and historical sites. This resort suits families and travellers looking for a traditional Hawaiian atmosphere near the water. While the rooms offer significant space, the bathrooms and general property decor show signs of age.What stands out

Direct access to Kailua Bay

Walking distance to local shops

On-site restaurant and spa

Large guest rooms and suites

Watch out for

Outdated bathrooms

Limited parking

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