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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

2.5 star property

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A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee station.
A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and the ocean.
A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the pool.
A hotel with a spa area including a hot tub and a pool.
A hotel entrance with a glass door, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $243
$205 nightly
$243 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31

Explore the area

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75-146 Sarona Ln, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740
  • Place, Kona Inn Shopping Village
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kailua Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kamakahonu Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, and a TV.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a door leading to a hallway.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a door leading to a hallway.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a door leading to a hallway.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, and a TV.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a kitchenette.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a bathroom with a mirror and lights.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Kailua-Kona

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG in Kailua-Kona (Historic Kailua Village), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Kailua Pier and Magic Sands Beach. .This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Kona Inn Shopping Village and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Moku‘aikaua Church.

What's nearby

  • Hulihee Palace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kona Inn Shopping Village - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kona Brewing Company - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kailua Pier - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fish Hopper Kona - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪TK Noodle House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kai Eats + Drinks - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Kailua-Kona hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 75 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a vending machine.
Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 9 beach bars. A complimentary continental breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM on weekdays.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • 9 beach bars

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 25.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - W66529981-01
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Kailua-Kona
Holiday Inn Express Kailua-Kona
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona Hawaii
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Kailua Kona
Inn Express KailuaKona
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Kailua Kona
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Kailua Kona by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Kailua Kona an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1007 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Seyyed Mohammad Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, friendly staff and good pricing.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent place to stay with breakfast included.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katsuhiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was friendly, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Niccole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so kind and helpful and the breakfast was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

RALPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central location in Kona.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. We could easily walk to shopping, food and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to restaurants, boutique shops and the beach, very walkable. It was clean, comfortable, a great breakfast, pool and hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff was super nice, and the breakfast was good, saving a few bucks in town for a meal. It's close enough to the beach with a short walk.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yanzhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable, breakfast is good as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff was great. Love the breakfast options
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jena

Liked: Cleanliness
Great room, view of the ocean and nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jean Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The employees were wonderful! They recommended great sights and were always helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel downtown Kailua. Pool hot tub and good breakfast Clean room good a/c
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Staff was helpful, breakfast was nice. I would stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica Reyes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room.. friendly staff. Decent breakfast
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm breakfast early coffee 5am, close by everything , comfortable bed and big shower
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The evening manager was fantastic and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location but they charge $15.00 per night/day to park your car
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. The property was clean and well maintained. Breakfast selections were great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sirshendu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lilia E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was a good stay for our first visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

donna-maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room, staff, location and breakfast.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kelly A Van

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and staff was very friendly
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026