Kona hotel prices require a quote for your exact property and dates: the state report does not provide a separate Kailua-Kona average. For wider context, Island of Hawaiʻi hotels recorded a $475.32 average daily rate from January to June 2026. That island benchmark is neither a budget ceiling nor a luxury-resort floor and cannot establish the price of a Kona room.
Compare the complete stay total, location and room type rather than treating an island average as a quote.
Kona Hotel Prices Compared With the Rest of Hawaii
| Measure (2026) | Average daily rate |
|---|---|
| Island of Hawaii hotels, January to June | $475.32 |
| Island of Hawaii hotels, July | about $489 |
| Kohala Coast hotels, January to June | $668.31 |
| All Hawaii hotels, January to June | $373.07 |
Source: Hawaii DBEDT June 2026 Hotel Performance Report, with the July figure from the Hawaiʻi DBEDT July 2026 report directly.
ADR (average daily rate) is room revenue divided by occupied rooms for hotels that report to the state. It is a market benchmark, not a quote for one property, and the survey generally excludes properties with fewer than 20 units, such as many condos and vacation rentals.
Where to Stay Near Kailua-Kona
- Kailua-Kona town: Walkable to Ali’i Drive shops, restaurants and the pier. Hotels such as the Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel sit here.
- Keauhou: South of Kailua-Kona, with resort and condo options near Keauhou Bay; compare the location with your itinerary.
- North Kona coast: Compare the exact resort location and travel time with the town or Keauhou; no North Kona price average is given here.
- Condos and guesthouses: Compare the full unit price for your group, permitted occupancy, minimum stay and cleaning charges; do not assume it is cheaper.
What Changes the Price
- Season: Compare your actual dates around holidays and school breaks.
- Oceanfront vs. inland: Compare exact view categories; the label and price depend on the property.
- Cancellation terms: Compare refundable and restricted rates with their deposit and cancellation rules.
- Extras: Resort fees, parking and a rental car add to the real cost of a Kona stay.
Taxes on Kona Hotels
For taxable stays in 2026, the Hawaiʻi Department of Taxation confirms an 11% state transient accommodations tax. Hawaiʻi County levies a separate 3% county tax. The state lists a maximum GET pass-on rate of 4.712% where applicable. Confirm the taxable amounts and itemized final total; do not add charges again if they are already included.
How to Save on a Kona Hotel
- Compare town, Keauhou and Kohala properties for your dates and transport needs.
- Book a refundable rate and recheck before the deadline.
- Compare a condo with cooking facilities if you plan to prepare meals; include cleaning and other unit charges.
- Check the final total, including resort fee and parking.
See also Big Island resort costs, Big Island hotel prices and Hawaii resort fees.
Before You Reserve
- Confirm the exact location and transport plans, including rental-car and parking costs.
- Check beds, occupancy, kitchen facilities and accessibility for the chosen room.
- Read resort-fee inclusions and any separate activity charges.
- Save the deposit, cancellation deadline and final itemized quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hotel in Kona cost per night?
No separate Kailua-Kona average is reported in the cited state data. The Island of Hawaiʻi hotel average is broader context; obtain a quote for the exact room, dates and occupancy.
Is the island hotel average a budget limit?
No. An average is not a ceiling or floor and does not predict any individual hotel price. Compare actual quotes rather than assigning a budget from that number alone.
What taxes should I check on a Kona hotel quote?
Check the 2026 state TAT, Hawaiʻi County TAT and any GET passed on by the operator. Use the final itemized amount and avoid adding taxes twice if already included.
Is a Kona condo always cheaper than a hotel?
No. Compare the complete unit price, cleaning charges, minimum stay, parking and meals for your group. Also check the exact facilities and cancellation terms.
