Royal Kona Resort

my research found ..
July 14th, 2005
I checked the net for all the Royal Kona reviews I could find. There were 25 reviews that were more than just a few words. I am basing this on 20 reviews for the hotel, and 5 ones against it.

Royal Kona Resort Is located in Kailua-Kona, Big Island of Hawaii. It is generally regarded as a budget hotel. What I think is the most succinct review I found is Royal Kona Resort Guest Reviews

positives
There were 20 total, and these reviewers reported ...

  • 3 said: they were upgraded free of charge upon arrival
  • 5 said: the units were spacious enough for 2 people to be quite comfortable
  • 12 said: the view of the ocean was breath taking and can be seen from almost every room
  • 6 said: there are many activities on the grounds including a pool, open air bar, luau, and a lagoon for snorkeling with the kids
  • 10 said: the location of the hotel is walking distance to many great shops and restaraunts and just a short drive to major attractions and towns
  • 4 said: the staff was friendly and accomodating when guests requested different rooms
  • 1 said: they liked the laundry facility
  • 8 said: they thought the hotel was a great value for the location

    • negatives
    There were 5 total, and these reviewers reported ...

  • 9 said: the furniture has dusty and the bathroom had alot of mold
  • 9 said: the units and building are in need of a rehab - some guests recalled seeing rust on teh balcony railing and wallpaper peeling in the bathrooms
  • 2 said: they thought the staff was rude and customer service was non existant
  • 2 said: there were ants and cockroaches in the room during their stay

    • Preparer's notes
    The Royal Kona is a budget hotel that most reviewers feel is in need of a serious rehab. Many of the guests didn't mind the hotel condition however because they spent most of their trip out and about exploring the local attractions and tropical setting. Expect what you pay for and you will be happy with the Royal Kona.

    Lisa's notes
    Many people seem to have a love-hate relationship with this hotel. Many reviews about old and dirty rooms were written before refurbishment of the hotel, so they may not be valid still. If you do stay here, ask for a newly refurbished room. I think the hotel is a little too expnsive for what you get unless you get a good package, but it does have a nice private lagoon and great views.

    Prepared by amanda

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