Posted on September 14, 2011.
The Two hotels are close to Each Other? I really like The Amenities at the Grand Wailea (the pools Mostly) But I Do not Want To Spend That Much Money. Is the Four Seasons just as expensive as the Grand Wailea? If so, Would it make more sense to just stay there?
Dede Fumagalli says...
The Four Seasons is actually more expensive than the GW, and you cannot use the amenities at the GW unless you stay at that specific property.
Having stayed at both, I'll say that the pools are very cool at the GW, but be aware that it is a much more family-oriented atmosphere (kids running around screaming and splashing everywhere). I also always feel nickel-and-dimed when I stay here. The Four Seasons is very luxurious, calm and the customer service can't be beat. They are very nice to kids here, but kids are not the focus.
Have you considered the Fairmont Kai Lani? It's situated right in the middle of the other two properties (Four Seasons to the South and GW to the North), and you can usually get a great deal through either Classic Vacations or Pleasant Hawaiian. All the rooms are suites, and the pools are calm but there's still a waterslide. Of the three properties, I prefer to stay here. Maybe because it's all-suite, I feel like it's the best bang-for-your-buck out of the three.
Good luck with your decision, and if you go, be sure to have dinner at Spago at the Four Seasons and say hi to Andy!
If you have specific questions, add them and I'll answer - I've stayed at each property multiple times.
Posted on September 28, 2011
