Historic Hotels & Resorts in Kailua-Kona from NZ$388

You’re already probably planning a visit to places with historical relevance while you’re staying in Kailua-Kona. And while you’re here, you can visit the major shopping area and popular beaches. You can also relish a trip to the charming coffee shops.

Based on our travel expertise, Royal Kona Resort is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and private balconies. Kailua Pier is a short 16-minute walk away. Other choices to soak up the local history include Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel and PACIFIC 19 Kona.

In Kailua-Kona, you’ll find 2896 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Kailua-Kona is notable for landmarks like Kailua Pier, Hulihee Palace and Ahu’ena Heiau. Cultural venues include Haleo Luau, Hulihe’e Palace State Monument and Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Kailua-Kona Wharf and Kamakahonu Beach.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Kailua-Kona, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Kailua-Kona, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.