Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Koele

An absolutely stunning resort with lush tropical landscaped gardens and amazing sculptures. We stayed 10 perfect days and didn’t want to leave. When you land at Honolulu you are whisked away in decadent private transportation to Lanai airlines where a small 8-17 seater plane transports you to Lanai. You are welcomed warmly at the Koele resort with Hawaiian necklaces, drinks and the resident cat, Cocoa(big fan!) greets you on the famous front deck. When you enter the lobby you have a jaw dropping experience admiring the architecture, two huge fire places and a famous Jeff Koons sculpture of Aphrodite. The staff is warm, inviting and understands all your needs and preferences. Shout out to the wonderful manager Shiva and Fiona at the front desk. We had an amazing suite (223) with outstanding amenities including two decks, a decadent bathroom with Toto electric toilet and two 75 inch TVs (we did have playoffs to watch!!) We spent many hours in the private onsen baths- so amazing! Rented a jeep one day and saw many of Lanai’s greatest hits including Shipwreck Beach ( with a seal lounging!!!), Garden of the G-ds and the “must visit” Lanai Cat Sanctuary Rescue. We partook in many of the amazing complimentary activities too — tours of the Ranch and gardens, tours of the Art ( it is insane the amount of Art Larry Ellison has blessed this Island with!), exercise classes(Bernadette was amazing), yoga classes and meditation classes. All included! Now the food. Breakfast was a highlight for us as you sit in a glass room surrounded by a koi pond and spectacular flowers and foliage. The offerings were all delicious especially the fruit and baked goods from Lanai City. We enjoyed several outstanding dinners at the Sensei resort as well. Amazing wait staff (shout out to Sandy and Managers Arielle and Crystal). It is easy to take the complimentary Four Seasons Beach shuttle to enjoy their resorts beach and restaurants. We have absolutely no complaints with this resort and we plan to return again and again!

We have been here 4 times now. The first few times were absolutely excellent! This last trip was not worth the expense. The communication with Sensei before and during our trip was terrible and pretty much non-existent. We stay at Four Seasons resorts often and never have I had an issue with communication like Sensei. The massage tables had cheap sheets that were scratchy; not what I would expect for a $700 massage. The room temperature never got below 70. The miso cod at the restaurant was extremely fishy tasting and not fresh. Pretty disappointing for such a pricy place.

I booked a solo birthday trip to Sensei Lāna‘i, and it was hands down one of the best gifts I’ve ever given myself. This is the kind of place where everything feels intentional—from the pace of the day to the way the staff support you without hovering. Traveling alone, I felt completely comfortable, respected, and cared for in a very genuine, low-key way. The biomarker consultation was a standout and made the trip feel purposeful, not just relaxing. It was thoughtful, personalized, and gave me real insights I’ll actually use. I also did forest bathing, a garden tour, and a fitness class, and each experience felt calm, well-run, and quietly impactful—nothing forced, nothing gimmicky. What really sets Sensei apart is the space it gives you to slow down and reset. No pressure to socialize, no packed schedules—just a beautifully designed environment that lets you focus on yourself. Celebrating my birthday solo here felt empowering, grounding, and honestly luxurious in the best way. Yes, it’s a splurge—but it’s absolutely worth it if you’re looking for a high-quality, wellness-focused experience that delivers real value, not just aesthetics. I left feeling clear, refreshed, and genuinely recharged. I wouldn’t hesitate to return.

This is the nicest resort I have ever experienced. The customer service is over the top. The food has an emphasis on health but is fantastic. I’m in awe of this property.

As others have said, this is an excellent hotel. My wife and I enjoyed our 3 night stay at Sensei very much. The service is truly outstanding, especially in the restaurant. You're greeted by name every time the wait staff comes by to take your order or check on your meal. Our previous breakfast beverage selections were remembered on subsequent visits. Food came out promptly and was tasty. Bell staff, housekeeping, and the front desk crew all genuinely seemed to enjoy what they do. Everyone felt very genuine in their interactions, and the service lacked the pretentious undertone that's often found at luxury hotels in this class. I would highly recommend renting the Jeep. This allows you to see some of the more far flung areas of the island like Shipwreck Beach and Garden of the Gods, and also gives you the opportunity to visit the cat sanctuary, which you should absolutely do if you get a chance. The vehicles are in remarkably good condition for the abuse they take on the 4x4 trails around the island. The Onsen tubs are perfect and a wonderful way to relax after a day of exploring the island. We were mostly using the resort as a launching place to explore Lanai as opposed to the wellness angle that other guests chose, so I can't comment on that aspect of the hotel as much. Our room was well appointed, very clean, and comfortable, if a bit lacking in any Hawaiian or Japanese decor. I think this is the only hotel room I've ever stayed at that has had an Apple TV, which was very much appreciated! It felt like home to some extent. Small suggestions and feedback - I'd run the shuttle between the resorts every half hour instead of every hour, at least during meal times when you have less control over when you finish up or aren't sure how long you want to linger with a bottle of wine. We had finished dinner at Osteria Mozza at 20 past the hour and had to wait 40 minutes for a shuttle to take us back. That felt a bit long when we were ready to just head back to our room and retire for the night. The shuttles we were on departed very close to capacity as well, implying there is some demand for extra service at times. I'd also ask for a room on the second floor. Being on the first floor, footsteps traveled pretty clearly from above and made sleep a little difficult. Overall though, if you are looking to splurge and want to visit an island on Hawaii that not many people have an opportunity to see, Sensei is an excellent choice.