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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

2.5 star property

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Free daily continental breakfast
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Point of interest

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$269
$227 nightly
$269 total
Total with taxes and fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24

Explore the area

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75-146 Sarona Ln, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740
  • Place, Kailua Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kona Brewing Company
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kailua-Kona Wharf
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

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

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

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

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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

  • Kona Inn Shopping Village - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kailua Pier - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kona Brewing Company - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 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
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪TK Noodle House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pancho & Lefty's Cantina and Restaurante - ‬3 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 15 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 15.00 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. 581 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vijayakumar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, the service was excellent. The room was cleaned daily, and the front desk staff were very friendly and attentive in taking care of guests
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Randolph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice, comp breakfast mad it easy to start your day without spending $. Close to town so it made it convenient to walk around Kona.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

JIN

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Immanuel iLavarasan, austin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jyoti

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chiung Chen

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Columbus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and I appreciated the breakfast option each morning
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Xiaojuan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. But hey did not clean my room well. We asked them to clean our room on the third day. When we came back to our room, there are still a lot of sand and hair on the floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about my stay was very nice and exceeded my expectation. A great experience. Thank you very much.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua Kimo

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
All of the above. Pleasant amd helpful staff, nice complimentary breakfasts every morning, clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything u need.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent people!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness
Large room with walk-in shower. For some reason, I got an accessible room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winter, Fairburn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geni

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facility, friendly staff. Absolutely loved that brekfast had something different everyday. I think every holiday inn should do this, this was the highlight
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, spacious clean rooms and a great central location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, and the staff was very polite and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn Ott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a Holiday Inn Express, not a 5 star resort. Good location, basic breakfast included. Parking is a bit tight when they are sold out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christina Ramos

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband's backpack was stolen at the breakfast area by a staff person. The hotel reception could not care less. It had his meds inside.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025