Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea was Four Seasons' first resort property, opening in 1990. The property recently underwent a complete make-over of its 380 rooms and suites. Large guest rooms are equipped with flat screen televisions and elegant marble bathrooms, and a family of four can comfortably stay in a Deluxe room (or, better yet, an Executive Suite or 1 BR Suite). I was shown an Ocean View Prime Room during my recent site inspection. Prime rooms are located on mid-to-upper floors in the quieter central courtyard with a beautiful angled view of the Pacific Ocean.

Planning a family vacation in Hawaii? Four Seasons Maui has a great beach and features a large central pool. A complimentary Children's Program is offered every day of the year for children aged 5-12. Parents can indulge themselves in an elegant spa and make full use of complimentary exercise machines.

Three exceptional restaurants are located on property, including Ferraro's (Italian), Spago (California and Pacific Rim), and DUO, (steak and seafood). I dined at DUO and thoroughly enjoyed a meal that began with a superb glass of Pinot Grigio and perfectly prepared Mahi Mahi.

A Serenity Pool is currently under construction in the southwest corner of the property (see picture to left) that will provide a quiet place for adults — and especially honeymooners — to relax away from the exuberance of kids running, splashing, and playing. The ocean-front suites and six rooms facing the site will be closed until the pool's opening, and the construction should not affect anyone's enjoyment of the Four Seasons Maui.

Be sure to book through a Virtuoso luxury travel consultant to benefit from exclusive amenities that include complimentary Full Buffet Breakfasts for two daily in a partial ocean-view room or higher.


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