Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG
75-146 Sarona Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, Kailua-Kona, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.1 / 5
Overview
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG is a 3-star hotel in Kailua-Kona, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 974 public reviews. It is about a three-minute walk from Kailua Bay and roughly 9 miles from Kona International Airport.
Rooms
Bright, casual rooms have a contemporary style and include free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, microwave, and minifridge. Suites add a living area with a sofabed and a wet bar.
Dining
A free hot breakfast buffet is served in a simple dining area. Guest comments describe a mix of hot and cold breakfast choices.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site facilities include an outdoor pool, hot tub, exercise room, and a lobby lounge with a fireplace. Parking is available for a fee.
Location
The hotel is close to Kailua-Kona’s waterfront and local landmarks: Kona Farmers Market is 196 m away, Hulihe‘e Palace 286 m, Kailua Bay 411 m, and Kailua Pier 556 m. Kamakahonu Beach is 642 m away; farther options include La'aloa Beach Park (Magic Sands), 5,365 m away, and Kahalu’u Beach Park, 7,121 m away.
Best for
The hotel suits travelers who want to stay near central Kailua-Kona sights, including the waterfront, Kona Farmers Market, Hulihe‘e Palace, and Kailua Pier. Families or leisure travelers may also value the free hot breakfast, pool and hot tub, and suites with sofabeds and wet bars.
Travel tips
Kona Farmers Market and Hulihe‘e Palace are within a short walk, as are Kailua Bay and Kailua Pier. Kona International Airport is about 9 miles away, and hotel parking is available for a fee. For beach outings beyond the nearby waterfront, La'aloa Beach Park and Kahalu’u Beach Park are several miles from the hotel.
What guests say
Guests frequently praise the friendly, helpful staff, and some describe returning for repeat stays. Breakfast receives positive mentions for its hot and cold choices, while the location and rooms are also noted favorably. A critical review describes rooms as somewhat dated and says the air-conditioning temperature control was difficult to adjust, affecting sleep comfort.
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