Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort

“The most beautiful place in Hawaii!!!”

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 Lan… Più

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!

Meno

“The Perfect Solo Birthday Reset”

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 comfortabl… Più

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.

Meno

“I have truly experienced the Garden of Eden”

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.

“Not up to standards”

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 commun… Più

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.

Meno