Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG — Kailua-Kona, United States
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG is a simple, limited-service hotel in central Kailua-Kona in Kailua-Kona, United States.
Address: 75-146 Sarona Ln, Kailua-Kona. Property ID: 1399869.
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Axel's take: 8.3/10
A practical Kona base with strong basics, walkable surroundings and breakfast included. a simple, limited-service hotel in central Kailua-Kona, scored for what it is.
This simple, limited-service hotel is a strong pick for exploring Kona rather than spending your holiday at a resort. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise clean, spacious rooms, helpful staff and the walkable location near Ali‘i Drive’s restaurants and waterfront. Included breakfast adds useful value, while microwaves, mini-fridges and an outdoor pool make it an easy choice for families and travelers heading out on day trips.
The trade-off is atmosphere: some guests describe the interiors as dated, and this is a town hotel, not a beachfront retreat. Parking costs extra, although IHG confirms there is no resort fee. We’d choose it for straightforward comfort and convenience; skip it if direct beach access, polished design or full-service resort facilities are central to your trip.
Best for: families wanting breakfast included; travelers exploring the island; visitors who prefer walking to dinner
Watch out for: paid on-site parking; some dated interiors; not beachfront
Location: Central Kailua Village, within walking distance of restaurants, shops and the waterfront.
Rooms: Guests commonly praise the space; microwaves and mini-fridges are useful, though some interiors feel dated.
Cleanliness: A consistent strength in recent guest feedback, supported by strong Booking.com and Expedia cleanliness ratings.
Service: Friendly, helpful staff earn repeated praise across guest-review sites.
Amenities: Included breakfast, outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness center and guest laundry; no full-service restaurant.
Fees and surprises: Parking carries a daily charge; IHG states there is no resort fee or airport shuttle.
Axel's opinion of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 23, 2026.
About Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG
- Property type: Hotel
- 2-star hotel
- Holiday Inn Express
- 75-146 Sarona Ln, Kailua-Kona
- Guest rating: 4.1/5 on Google from 957 reviews (location 4.9/5)
- Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Kona International Airport: 22 min by taxi · Hulihe‘e Palace: 4 min walk
- Hotel policies: Parking (on site): $15 per car per night; Deposit: $150 per room per stay
- Amenities: Spa tub, Indoor Pool, Outdoor pool, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Fitness facilities, Parking, Parking nearby, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wi-Fi, Business center
- Check-in from: 15:00
- Check-out by: 12:00
- City page: Hotels in Kailua-Kona
- Chain: IHG. Axel's IHG rating: 6.0/10
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Standard Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
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Standard Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Room features: Fridge
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Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge; Kitchen; Microwave
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Twin Suite (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
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