Lanai

Relaxing time. Lanai has absolutely nothing much to do but relax . Everything is about 2x anywhere else. Gas $5:60 per Gallon. Town desperate and closed over half the time. The worst thing was a huge hold that the Hotel put on the credit card for incidentals and once the much smaller expenses were paid they refused to release the hold and said the bank has to do that in the next 7 days. This was totally unacceptable to the point I will actively campaign against Four Seasons chain . Spoilt the whole experience. Don't send your customers to Lanai.

What a beautiful hotel! The service was top notch too. Only complaint is that the spa had very little to offer when compared to our idea of a five-star resort spa, mostly because it was so small. I'm guessing that because it is an older property they are not able to expand the facility to include a whirlpool or soaking pool; all they have are a steam room and a dry sauna, both of which are average at best. By all means visit this place for the service, the rooms, the views, and the food, but don't expect much beyond a very good massage.

This was the most peaceful, relaxing vacation ever taken by our family. The setting was gorgeous and although we were told the Lodge was fully occupied, there were only about 102 rooms and there was never a feeling of overcrowding. The grounds are well maintained and lush with small waterfalls, small trails and beautiful koi in the ponds. There was a small, beautiful greenhouse in the back with exotic orchids to view and enjoy. On the second day, we hiked the five mile roundtrip hike to Koloike Ridge and were treated to spectacular views of Molokai'I and Maui from the ridge. This trail was easy although it took two and half to 3 hours RT at a leisurely pace. We recommend taking the walking sticks which are provided in the rooms. The rooms were very comfortable and spacious-- all with views of the lush grounds. IT is so quiet that you never hear any of your neighbors or anyone else for that matter. Very comfortable beds and bottled water every day. We had room service breakfast daily and enjoyed the view from our lanai. We took the van to Manele Bay but also walked one day from the Lodge to Lanai City-- about a mile. The town is very charming with local eateries, local art galleries and a vintage store, Cory Labang with charming bags, clothing and jewelry. Have a poke bowl at the Poke Market-- the spicy ahi is the best!! This was a real treat-- if you want to get away from it all and truly relax, this is the place to visit. I got more than eight hours-- sometimes 10 to 12 hours sleep which I can never manage at home!!

This trip was to celebrate our 50th Anniversary. My wife was really pleased with the accomodations, excellent staff and most beautiful gardens she had ever seen. The orchid house was her favorite spot. It was a special time we will long remember. We will be back on Lanai