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Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort vs Volcano House

Both properties are rated highly by experts. Overall, Four Seasons Resort Lana'i, The Lodge at Koele is the choice of most writers compared to Volcano House. Four Seasons Resort Lana'i, The Lodge at Koele has a TripExpert Score of 89 with positive reviews from 12 reviews like Fodor's, Hideaway Report and Travel + Leisure.

Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort
Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort
8 / 10
1 Keomoku Hwy, Lanai City, Lanai, HI 96763
From $650 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"The Victorian-style Four Seasons Resort Lana’i, The Lodge at Koele has extensive and perfectly manicured grounds and a more sophisticated feel than its sister resort." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"This elegant retreat sits against Lanaihale, the island’s tallest peak, in the cool mist of the mountains." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Refurbished as a Four Seasons Resort, this country property is unique among Hawaii's top-of-the-line hotels." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"In the highlands above Lanai City, this grand country estate exudes luxury and romance with paths meandering through formal gardens, a huge reflecting pond, and an orchid greenhouse." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The 102-room Four Seasons Lodge at Koele is a serene, upscale resort with a Greg Norman-designed golf course." Full review
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Volcano House
Volcano House
8 / 10
Crater Rim Dr, PO Box 53, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Island of Hawaii, HI 96718
From $125 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Restaurant
  • Family Friendly
  • Free Parking
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This historic two-story wooden inn is rather modest for its price, especially compared with Yosemite’s Ahwahnee and the grand lodges of other national parks." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Located about a 45-minute drive from the Hilo airport, this unique hotel (dating back to 1846) sits on the very edge of Kilauea Crater in the heart of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park."
Fodor's Fodor's
"First built in 1846, Volcano House overlooks the Halema'uma'u Crater at the summit of active volcano Kilauea, boasting what's considered Hawaii's most unique hotel location." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"Offers the once-in-a-lifetime chance to dine and sleep within view of the electric orange glow of Kilauea Volcano’s bubbling crater lake." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"With an unforgettable location perched on the rim of Kilauea Caldera, the reborn Volcano House has long enjoyed its unique status as the park's only hotel." Full review