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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Kailua Pier in Kailua-Kona

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Room options

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a textured wall.

Standard Room

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, and a television.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

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

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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

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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
(43 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a desk, and a TV.

Suite, Multiple Beds

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, and a television.

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

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

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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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with 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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications)

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

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

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

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

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About the area

Kailua-Kona

Historic Kailua Village stay.At this Historic Kailua Village hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Kona Inn Shopping Village and Kona Farmers Market. Moku‘aikaua Church and Hulihee Palace are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Hulihee Palace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kona Inn Shopping Village - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kona Brewing Company - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kailua Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

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
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

Hotel near Kailua Pier in Kailua-Kona
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 9 beach bars. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business center. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Kailua-Kona hotel is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 9 bars on the beach
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 25.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The tax ID number is W66529981-01. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. 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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG is 8.9 mi (17-min drive) away from the Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG?

As of Oct 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $295, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Kamakahonu Beach and 3.6 mi (10-min drive) from Magic Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25.00 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG to downtown Kailua-Kona?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG is 0.3 mi away from Kailua-Kona.

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

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 576 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean friendly staff specially front Desk
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms super clean and the breakfast was amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was pretty clean, the free breakfast was pretty good with lots of options and the pool/hot tub area was a nice area to hangout at.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice and welcoming. Rooms were clean. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good place, nice big rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great hotel, friendly staff and good pricing.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent, fast service and very kind
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great breakfast, perfect location, staff wasn't the greatest but it was worth the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Decent place to stay with breakfast included.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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friendly staff, good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was very clean, staff was great. Food was good, it’s perfect for walking to the shops and food areas and beaches nearby
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Clean rooms and friendly staff. Will recommend! Mahalo
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was perfect for my family.. property very clean and in a great location in the heart of Kailua town. The staff very helpful when needed and don’t forget that breakfast is included.. Definitely my go to place when I’m in town ,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was friendly, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large clean rooms and close to everything imaginable! Walking distance to food, shopping and beach! Wonderful staff and morning breakfast was included! The beds and pillows were very comfortable! I WILL stay here again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good central location in Kona.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room and convenient location
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was fantastic! Breakfast was great and a moneysaver! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Breakfast was amazing. Convenient to Kona
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and comfortable, breakfast is good as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location. We could easily walk to shopping, food and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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