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Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort vs Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa and Four Seasons Resort Lana'i, The Lodge at Koele are both rated very highly by experts. On balance, Four Seasons Resort Lana'i, The Lodge at Koele scores significantly better than Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. Four Seasons Resort Lana'i, The Lodge at Koele comes in at #9 in Hawaii with praise from 12 publications including Forbes Travel Guide, Zagat and Frommer's.

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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Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
8 / 10
69-275 Waikoloa Beach Drive, Waikoloa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96738
From $269 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Gayot Gayot
"What makes the location special is the proximity to fabulous Anaeho'€™omalu Bay, with a peaceful beach that provides sheltered snorkeling and a sandy shoreline for children."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Covering 15 acres with ancient fishponds, historic trails, and petroglyph fields, the Marriott has rooms with sleek modern beds, bright white linens, Hawaiian art, and private lanai." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"This upscale 533-room resort is perched on Anaehoomalu Bay on the Kohala coast, offering on-site beach access, lovely grounds with winding paths and fish ponds, and two pools." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The location of this resort on ‘Anaeho’omalu Bay (or A-Bay, as it is known locally) is its most outstanding feature."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Kohala Coast property on 15 oceanfront acres with a Polynesia-meets-Asia vibe after the recent $54 million renovation." Full review
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