Site Inspection at Four Season Maui

Location

The Four Seasons Maui resort is located in Wailea, on the southwest coast of Maui, Hawaii. Positioned along the pristine Wailea Beach, the resort offers views of the Pacific Ocean and is surrounded by lush tropical landscapes. Wailea is renowned for its beautiful beaches, upscale amenities, and serene ambiance (not as touristy), making it an ideal destination for a luxurious getaway.

More specifically, the resort is located about 30 minutes from Kahului airport. While it is easy to secure a taxi or uber once you land, private transportation services can be arranged prior to your arrival.

About the Resort

The Four Seasons has a total of 383 spacious and elegantly appointed rooms, suites, and luxurious 3-4 bedroom ocean view villas. More importantly, each room includes its own private lanai, allowing for natural light and the fresh Maui air to circulate through the accommodation. There is nothing better than hearing the crashing of the waves along the shore, while sleeping at night.

Dining:

Wailea is known for having some of the nicest restaurants on Maui. Four Seasons in particular, is known for offering a diverse culinary experience. With signature restaurants such as Duo Steak & Seafood, an award-winning venue that specializes in prime cuts and fresh seafood, offering a sophisticated dining atmosphere. The signature dish to order is the 48-hour bone-in short rib with a potato puree. The resort also hosts Ferraro's, which offers a beachfront setting for Italian cuisine. There is also Spago by Wolfgang Puck, serving up Pacific Rim. inspired dishes in a stylish environment. Additionally, they are offering a pop-up dining experience known as “Love for Lahaina” to help give back to the culinary geniuses and farmers that lost everything in the Maui fires back in August 2023. Reservations in advance are recommended. If you’re wanting to grab something quick to nibble on, they also have a Beachwalk Cafe, Lobby Lounge (great place to enjoy sunset) and of course offer in room-dining services. Needless to say, you will never go hungry.

Family Friendly Amenities:

What's great about the Four Seasons Maui, is that they really cater to every type of traveler, including those traveling with little ones. They offer the following baby-friendly amenities, allowing you to pack more of what you want versus what you need.

Stroller

Playpen

Baby Monitor

Bottle Warmer

Baby Bath Tub and Organic Bath Amenities

Diapers, Swim Diapers and Wipes

High Chair and Baby Spill Mat

Singing Baby Swing

Pop-up tent

Rocking Chair

The Four Seasons offers two separate kids clubs accommodating younger and older children. Kids for All Seasons is geared towards kids 5-12. The club is complementary and is offered daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm. If your child is younger than 5 years old, they can still enjoy the camp activities, but they must be accompanied by an adult, 18 or older. Camp Manitou is geared towards kids 9-17 (additional fees apply). On top of the two camps, they also offer a Four Seasons Maui Academy, which educates the kids on local marine life, Hawaiian navigation by using the stars, whale watching (seasonal) and offer a cooking class. Once the kids “graduate” they will be awarded with a certificate of completion. Ultimately, these amenities and activities allow for the kids to meet new friends and create unforgettable memories. The adults get to unplug and enjoy some well deserved relaxation time.

Activities and Outdoor amenities:

Swimming and Snorkeling

Scooter snorkeling -Only resort on Maui that offers this activity

Scuba Diving

Boogie Boards and Stand Up Paddle Boards available

Outrigger Canoe Experience

Electric Bikes

Nightly Hula and torch lighting ceremony

Game room - includes a shuffleboard, pool table and arcade games

Hula Lessons

Lei Making

Fitness Center

Three pools, including one family-friendly pool, one adult-only pool.

Complimentary cabanas (first-come first-serve)

Daybeds and Umbrellas

Complimentary Resort Services:

Traditional Lei Greeting upon arrival

Premium Wi-Fi

Photo Ambassador

Courtesy car service to all of Wailea

Twice Daily Housekeeping

Business Center

Nearby Attractions:

The Wailea Tennis Club and Golf Club are no more than 5-minutes from the resort. Reservations can be confirmed no sooner than 30 days prior. The shops of Wailea also offer some of the finest shopping on the island with a great mix of stores. You will find shops like Billabong and Roxy up to Louis Vuitton and Rolex.

Monkeypod, where you will find the best Lilikoi Mai Tai’s and comfort food. Think wood fire pizza, poke tacos, garlic truffle fries, pumpkin ravioli and more! The environment is very cozy and relaxed.

I would highly recommend the Four Seasons Maui to any of my clients looking for a luxurious and unforgettable tropical retreat. The resort offers world-class amenities, impeccable service and it is surrounded by breathtaking ocean views.

This trip report is part of our ongoing series on travel to Maui.

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