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Kona Seaside Hotel – reviews, photos

2.0 of 5
75-5646 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740
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Kona Seaside Hotel
Ranked #10 of 16 hotels in Kailua-Kona
3.5 of 5 stars 411 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Friendly and helpful(6)
  • Free breakfast(5)
  • Air conditioner(4)
  • Tante restaurant(4)
  • Good value(4)
  • Great location(4)
  • Parking lot(3)
  • Ocean views(3)
  • Very nice(3)
  • Main strip(3)
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Calgary, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Very Good Value for the Money”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

Yes, as some of the reviewers have pointed out the hotel has a "worn" look and feel to it. However, I would be hard-pressed to find a hotel room as clean as the one we had. It was simple, decently appointed and close to everything. The pool area was nice to spend some time at. For the price of the hotel (including a very good breakfast) I'd say that this is a fantastic value. Just don't be expecting a 5 star hotel. Our friends stayed at the Mariott close by and saw our place. They paid significantly more for their room but if they had to do it over again, they'd stay here and save their money!

The only concern I have is that in today's age, the hotel room doors should have better security. My door was unstable when closed (you could give it a couple shakes and the door would pop open). There's also no secondary door stop security like a latch on the door. If I had one recommendation it would be to enhance room security.

Room Tip: Avoid rooms that face main road - extremely noisy due to traffic and obnoxious karaoke bar nearby.
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Hong Kong, China
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Good”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

For me, it's a nice little place, but honestly, we weren't at the hotel much. It was clean and cheap for us than hostels, so it worked out for us. Clean rooms, friendly enough staff, enough restaurants nearby.

  • Stayed March 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“70's Modern”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

Long hallways, in this double level older motel, close to the heart of commerce, but lacking the real Hawaiian feel, could be anywhere USA once you are in the room. clean and easy to bad they don't have more parking

  • Stayed March 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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126 reviews 126 reviews
Reviews in 65 cities Reviews in 65 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
“Tired budget hotel”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

It's all right, but things seem a little run down. I feel like I've entered a set of a 50s TV show.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Have stayed there four times”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012
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Excellent location, close to bay and restaurants. Two nice pools, deck with view of harbor.
Included breakfast very substantial. Free internet computers in lobby. Supermarkets, P. O. nearby. Kona Brewery, our favorite place to eat, a short walk.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 75-5646 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740
Price range (per night):* INR5,536 - 6,487

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