Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

Near ocean; very pretty

Service, location and staff

Breakfast

The start to our stay has been a disaster. No one greeted us upon arrival or helped us with our bags. No one acknowledged us at the front desk until my wife literally hollered for help (there were at least two people at the front desk not attending to guests). We came back because our in our prior stay I had toilet water drip on me, and we were promised an upgrade for our next stay. I had reached out to the resort manager and he confirmed that we were all set for the upgrade. Yet upon arrival, not only was an upgrade not available as was promised, but one of our rooms wasn't even available until after 6p (note the 4p guaranteed check-in) as they had to kick out the prior guests. They are clearly grossly understaffed, but worse yet, one would expect any Four Seasons to keep and even exceed their promises. We literally would not have come if we had any inkling that they could not fulfill the promises they made. So incredibly disappointed at this point. Should have gone somewhere else.

We had an amazing time at The Four Seasons. The service was exceptional. Amenities were excellent. Resort experiences, such as the outrigger canoe were awesome. We will definitely be back.

We stayed at the Four Seasons Maui because it was the hotel featured in Season 1 of White Lotus and we were able to go on the White Lotus tour by Tracy. If you’re a fan, the tour is a must-do—it provides an insider look at filming during Covid, behind-the-scenes details, and shows where the main scenes were shot (top of the staircase, lobby bar, Ferraro for bar and restaurant scenes, the adult and fountain pools, and the left-side beach). Note: the tour may end by the end of the year due to HBO licensing. Our four-night stay started a bit bumpy. Check-in at 2:45 pm had a 10-person line reminiscent of Las Vegas hotels, and our room wasn’t ready until about 3:15 pm. However, the hotel quickly smoothed things over: we received a credit for the delay, along with a bottle of champagne and a rose for our anniversary, which was a very thoughtful touch. Room: Room 620 had a large living area, open bedroom, and a balcony with a couch, chair, and table. The view overlooked a large grassy area, with the ocean and sunset in the distance. The bathroom had a double sink, bathtub, shower, and toilet in a separate room, and a lighted make-up mirror plus a six-drawer dresser that was very convenient for toiletries. Outside the bathroom was a bar area with a Nespresso coffee maker, tea kettle, and refrigerator. Four aluminum bottles of Four Seasons water were provided (refillable at hotel water stations), and the turn-down service included smaller bottles by the bed. Slippers were provided but only in Large and Small sizes, so they didn’t fit medium-sized feet. Robes were hung in the bathroom. Pools & Beach: There are three main pools: 1. Fountain/family pool with two hot tubs 2. Smaller Waterfall pool 3. Adult pool with swim-up bar, infinity edge, and hot tub Cabanas are available for reservation—adult pool cabanas are $1,000, and reserving some chairs is $100. Lounge chairs open at 7:00 am, and we were able to secure chairs at 7:30 - 7:40 am. Otherwise, there’s a waitlist or beach option. The beach area is a good size with umbrellas available for free. Activities & Cultural Events: - Saturday/Sunday: Fire Knife Dancer at 6:30 pm - Monday: Behind the Scenes of Hula (6:30–8:30 pm) with Hālau o Ka Hanu Lehua, one of Hawaii’s top hula groups Daily participatory classes: Lei Making (9 am), Coconut Frond Weaving (11 am), and Hula (1 pm in the lobby) Outrigger Canoe paddling (early reservation required). Other activities included yoga and pickleball. Service & Special Touches: The staff made our anniversary stay special: the manager from Duo visited us during breakfast, and Nick, our waiter at Ferraro’s, went above and beyond with happy anniversary wishes and a special dessert. The post-check-in champagne and rose were a lovely gesture. Departure: We had a late 11:00 pm flight, and the hotel accommodated us with late check-out and access to the Aloha Hospitality Suite, which included showers, lockers, and a lounge area with coffee, Nespresso, and TV. Things I Loved: - The White Lotus tour by Tracy. He has inside knowledge since he was onsite for the entire filming. - "Behind the Scenes of Hula" on the pa. I loved it was authentic hula and not just made for tourist entertainment. - The hula class and Candy, the instructor - The Aloha hospitality suite for a shower and place to change before catching a plane - The staff - everyone was genuinely helpful and gracious - The free transportation to the Shops at Wailea - more convenient than using our car - The extra personal touches for our anniversary - The insulated water pitcher at the Adult pool for cold water all day Areas for improvement: - More free chairs and umbrellas. It would be nice to have a leisurely breakfast and not worry whether you can get chair - More staff for check-in - More Outrigger Canoe openings Overall, despite the initial check-in hiccup, the Four Seasons Maui delivered an exceptional stay with spacious, well-appointed rooms, attentive staff, beautiful pools, and immersive cultural experiences. Perfect for both White Lotus fans and anyone seeking a luxurious, relaxing Hawaiian escape.

I’ve stayed at many Four Seasons properties and have always experienced exceptional service. Unfortunately, the Four Seasons Maui did not meet that standard. During my entire stay, I was unable to access the adults-only pool. Each day there was a waitlist of 20–25 people, making the amenity effectively unavailable. At this price point, that’s unacceptable. The property also felt noticeably understaffed, with slow and inconsistent service throughout. Overall, this hotel delivered an experience that was average at best—far below what I expect from the Four Seasons brand. Beautiful location, disappointing execution.

The hospitality by the staff was amazing! We ate at the Duo restaurant for breakfast and had Lynn and she was so amazing with our 20 month old. She was so kind and accommodating. She felt like a family member! We also had dinner at the Duo and had Ron as our server and he was simply amazing. Very accommodating and warm spirited. I also met Joshua at the front desk and he was welcoming when we first checked in. Overall, the restaurant options were great - lots to choose from. I loved the look of the lobby and the staff all seemed nice. There were plenty of pools to choose from and I loved the short walk to the beach. The only reason why I didn’t give it five stars was because their rooms were a bit dated. Four Season Hotels are known to have immaculate guest rooms. However, I noticed a stain on the carpet and sofa and the bed frame showed some wear and tear. Also, there was construction going on at the time of our stay. The gym was in a white tent and you could hear the construction noise during the day. So overall: amazing staff, dated rooms.

It's hard to believe there are any bad reviews for this resort. The problem areas are minor and the overall experience is just magical. The best resort we have ever stayed at and will probably ever stay at. The staff were so pleasant and accommodating. The amenities are beautiful. The view is like a painting. Front Desk/Check In - We arrived the day after Thanksgiving and the resort was very crowded. The crowds subsided a few days after. We had a problem with our original room and Bernadette went out of her way to get us a new assignment. We had to move the following day but it was well worth it. Management followed up with a call to ensure we liked our new room which was a great touch. Pool Areas - We were at the adult pool primarily. It's true that you have to get there early to get your preferred seating. Depends on how busy the resort is. We were there at 6:45am each day. One day there was 10 people ahead of me, most days only about 3. There were still chairs around 10:00am so if you don't care where you sit you may be OK. You check in with the attendant, they register you for those chairs and you can leave for a short period of time but can't abuse the privilege and be gone for hours. One day we had a one hour outrigger tour and we told the attendant who said no problem. Alex is the pool attendant at the adult pool and he was great. There are complimentary cabanas in the other pool areas, but most are paid. The sanctuaries seem to be all paid...at least $400 per day. There are plenty of spots for amazing views throughout the resort that require no additional payment. Shout out to Rowena who was the sweet lady who provided us with complimentary homemade treats every day. She always addressed us by name. All the servers and attendants at the adult pool were exceptional. Dining - We dined at Ferraros -great service, food was OK. Very expensive. The lobby bar was a great for a light meal and drink. The pool bar food was delicious and reasonably priced. We at lunch at the pool every day. Did not try Duo or Spago. Monkeypod is a great option only one mile from resort. Valet - A free shuttle for a one mile radius is provided. Great option for area restaurants. All the car attendants are so friendly. We took a tour one day and the car attendants offered us water while we waited. Outrigger - The resort offers a complimentary one hour outrigger experience. This would cost $$ if you had to pay another company. It was so pleasant. One of our outrigger guys serenaded us with a ukulele and song. So peaceful. Room - We had an interior oceanview room with a view of the courtyard and some ocean. If you want true oceanview you have to request oceanfront. Some reviews stated the rooms were "dated"... they are not. The rooms were modern, nicely appointed and exceptionally clean. The bathrooms were huge. Nightly turn down service and everything replenished. Some areas for improvement: Beds - the beds were too soft and the pillows very thin. The Four Seasons app allowed us to select the type of mattress we wanted, so not sure if this was accurate because we requested firm. Adult pool fiberglass - the fiberglass around the adult pool was very dirty and obscured the view if you were right behind. This is minor, but I list it only because it's such an easy thing to fix. Thank you Four Seasons for a magical and beautiful stay!

This is our first time staying here and it was absolutely amazing! The check in was very smooth and they offered you lemonade and wash cloth at check in. We got upgraded to a garden executive suite which is absolutely beautiful! The room is super spacious with a giant living room and a patio. They even give our daughter a welcome gift and in the bathroom they have sponges with her name spelled out which I find very sweet! The room is cleaned twice a day and they are so attention to detail! They organized your toiletries on the counter for you and wrap your charging core with a tie. We mentioned we are celebrating our daughter’s birthday and they even brought a cake with sand toy gift and lots of snacks for her. Getting our car from valet was very easy and fast! They even provide you with bottle of water. We had lunch at Ferraros twice and it was amazing! Kids under the age of 4 eats free at Ferraros & DUO so our daughter gets to eat for free. She ordered the pasta which was delicious she finished the whole bowl. The sea food Cobb salad was refreshing and delicious! Pizza was also yummy! Breakfast at DUO was delicious! Lots of selections to choose from and there were coffee for you to get outside while you wait. Dinner at DUO was amazing as well! The 16 oz rib eyes was huge and tender! We also tried the lunch by the pool and they were yummy as well. The hotel was absolutely beautiful! When at pool or at beach, just let the staff know and they will set up chairs for you. There was Sunblock provided for you. The hotel was super kids friendly! So many amenities provided for kids which is lovely! We were out of diapers and they were able to bring us some! We came in the first week of December and the hotel was not crowded at all. Pool was beautiful and we were able to enjoy it every day without feeling crowded at all. They have car available to take you to places nearby if needed. Will definitely try it next time we come back. All the staff were friendly and nice. The whole experience was just amazing and we will definitely want to come back again!