If you are someone who loves the country feel, open space, fresh air, trees, grass, and that calm nature energy, this hotel is absolutely for you From the very front of the property, it feels peaceful, grounding, and welcoming. My other half and I stayed in a one bedroom room in the front with a shared porch, and it honestly set the tone for the entire stay. Check in was smooth and effortless. The front desk girls were wonderful, friendly, and welcoming. From the moment we arrived, the place felt very secure. You always hear stories or concerns when staying at hotels, but here I truly felt safe. Safe enough to feel like I could leave the doors unlocked, which I did not because safety always comes first, but the comfort of feeling that way says a lot. Let's talk about the bed because wow. The bed was incredibly comfortable and the sheets were next level. Manaola Comforters Lanai Hotel, you really did your big one here because I slept so good it almost felt disrespectful to my bed back home One of my favorite parts was the porch with rocking chairs. If you want to sit outside, enjoy the fresh air, and just slow down, it is right there waiting for you. Even better, there are steps directly to the outside, so if you want to quickly run to your car, you can. That convenience alone made this stay feel so easy and thoughtful. Your room and your car being right there made everything feel seamless. Now let's talk about the bathroom. First of all, the shower temperature. I wish I had it at home. Perfect pressure, perfect warmth, and the aesthetic was beautiful. Clean, modern, and calming. And now... the toilet. Yes, we are talking about the toilet because it deserves its moment The brand is Toto, and we are officially friends now. The warm seat changed my life. My expectations are now forever altered, and going home to a non warm seat was genuinely disappointing. If you are unsure about the extra settings or not used to them, totally fine. You can use it like a regular toilet. But if you are brave and curious, I highly recommend trying it. I will let you experience that magic yourself. The room also had a really good size TV. You can sign into your Netflix or YouTube, or just watch cable. There were drawers and a good size closet, perfect for a short stay and still enough space to feel organized. Here is where things get really fun. When you first enter the room, there is a small screen that controls everything. And I mean everything. You can adjust your shades from sheer to blackout, control the lighting to be brighter during the day or dim at night, and adjust the temperature for the entire room. The room felt so homey and cozy, yet the technology was very high class. The best part? You do not have to get out of bed to turn off the lights. That alone deserves a round of applause This hotel delivered comfort, safety, convenience, and thoughtful details at every turn. From the nature filled surroundings to the cozy yet modern room, it truly exceeded expectations and I didn't take a lot of photos or videos, but trust me on , Five stars without hesitation. I would absolutely stay here again read more

Hotel Lanai - Hotels Near Me - Lanai City, Hawaii

The walls are paper thin. I guess it wouldn't be bothersome if your neighbor didn't have a built-in speaker box in his throat. The gap between the bottom of the door and the hardwood floors allows noise to easily travel into your room. I was uncomfortable how this hole in the ceiling fan looked like a camera. I told management, however they said it was a remote sensor. Most remote sensors for ceiling fans are in the base of the fan, leaving it out of site. I could just be paranoid, but wanted to note that. Aside from noise and weirdly placed sensor, the decor of the room was great, staff was nice, food was good, and live music in the restaurant was awesome. read more

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This hotel is beautiful located amongst a garden with spa like rooms and top of the line tech (smart tv, light/blind controls on the wall, bidet, etc. The walls are pretty thin, so you could hear the other rooms around you, which we didn't find to be a big enough deal to bother us, but you could hear the noise from the restaurant until 10pm or so nightly. They don't do breakfast, so it really is only a problem in the evening if you are looking to get some rest during their operating hours between 4 and 10pm. I also wish the hotel had a bit more info about Lanai 101 to help guests unfamiliar to the area built their itinerary. Basic things such as, what's the best way to get to the airport, challenged the desk staff. They had a number for a local driver service, but that group can't always accommodate or would be running late and there really was no other option. Also we asked about making reservations at the Four Seasons for dinner given the lack of options in Lanai Center and they had no info on that. It was an easy process but be prepared to do all of the work with no concierge support from the hotel. read more

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The hotel is quaint and charming. The feel is very spa like. My partner and I spent one night at this lovely place. However, the remote control to the television did not work, so we could not watch TV! Sometime after 10:00pm, the staff and or guests were quite loud, at the hotel entrance, which happens to be right next to the hotel rooms. And since we could not watch TV, we could not drown out the noise. There was no sugar provided for the coffee. And there is no hotel staff to call after 8:30 pm. We e-mailed the hotel about our concerns and Ayleen Manuel, the retail manager, responded by saying that the hotel staff is available from 6:30am to 8:30 pm. She did not address my other concerns, other than to say when the staff is available. However, my partner went to the front desk at 7:00am to get sugar but no one was at the desk. read more

Thwarted camping plans and lack of initiative left us stranded an hour into our 24h trip on Lana'i. When picking up our rental we were warned that camping was not allowed on the island, on pain of a $500 towing fine. We hiked a 4mile portion of the Munro trail, explored rocks at Garden of the Gods, off roaded for 2 hours to Polihua beach, whiled away time at Hulopoe beach, passed a police checkpoint coming back to town, and at 8pm when all dinner options had closed, decided we needed to do something about our situation. With hotel rooms starting at $350 (sans kamaaina), complimentary parking, the restaurant open until 9pm, and an unwilling to pay the $700 a night stay at the other hotel options, the Hotel Lanai was our first choice. + The Gouda Mac and cheese at the restaurant was excellent + 2 bottles of complimentary water a day + Free wifi + Soft beds with 4 pillows to each bed. The lack of firm pillows meant I stacked 3 pillows to make one firm pillow. + The rooms are gorgeous, clean, and relaxing. Kind of feels like something out of an onsen. + The room is for the most part, electronically controlled, from lights to temperature to the toilet. The bathroom features Japanese-style toilets with a seat warmer and a built-in bidet. + Concierge is so helpful and friendly. Thank you for your assistance! + Complimentary parking + Complimentary continental breakfast from 0600-0900; for COVID times, a to-go box of banana, pastry, and creamer is provided. Coffee is self-serve. Overall, a delightful hotel. Would be happy to stay here again. read more

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I was surprised to see this area so far through the rugged roads and before reaching there we pass a large old Hawaiian village and a church and then we came up to Lanai Hotel which use yo be a famous place we're the wealthy customers would come by charter boat off of Lahaina from Maui to this Hotel which I guess was like a resort and get away for people with money, but it went bankrupt because the problem was no fresh running water and getting supplies which ended the business. A relaxing beach not that good for swimming because depending on the trade winds you would have brown water or some better days it is blue and clear which all depends on when you go there. Only portable toilets located on the property. read more

Cute little hotel in Lāna'i City! From the outside you wouldn't think much of it, but the rooms are nicely renovated and feel very spa like. Lights, temperature and shades are controlled using electronic panels in the room and the toilet was a Toto! Bed was super comfy. Staff was friendly and check in was easy. It's right by the town square and in very short walking distance of the island's stores and restaurants. While not inexpensive it's the island's "budget" alternative to the four seasons. Grounds are meticulously maintained and rooms are very clean. Why I didn't give this property 5 stars - they need to do better work with sound reduction. The first night the restaurant was closed so I didn't expect noise. I could hear the neighbors talking in their room, when they passed in the hall and it wasn't muffled. You could literally hear word for word. I had to turn my tv on just to muffle what they were watching. The second night the restaurant was open and it was SO LOUD. It sounded like there was a band playing in my bathroom. After the band stopped, there were some noisy patrons that took a while to clear out. Fortunately with corona restrictions the restaurant couldn't stay open super late so we were able to get to bed at a reasonable hour. It just made it hard to enjoy the room which you'd want to do because there isn't much going on at night. Ask for the rooms furthest from the restaurant and you'll fare a little better on the noise. Also, the continental breakfast was far too basic for the price point of this hotel. read more

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This hotel is a little gem, surrounded by the most lush landscape and flowers. It's like a small cabin in the tropical woods. The staff is so friendly and attentive. The hotel is incredibly clean and well kept. The rooms are simple but beautifully decorated with wood trim. Each room has a high-tech toilet/bidet that "greets" you by opening the lid and lighting up with a heated toilet seat. The kiddos got a real kick out of it. The beds are some and comfortable. We went during COVID times and the staff took extra care in making sure the place was clean and disinfected with all the proper social distancing requirements. Your stay comes with breakfast and coffee in the morning, they make each breakfast to order with real plates and silverware so you can take it back to your room and open the windows and feel the fresh ocean breeze and enjoy your food. There are no microwaves but they do have a mini fridge. We will be back fo sure! read more

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I stayed in Hotel Lanai for the first time earlier this month and it was great! The place was recently renovated (still smelled like new paint in some places) and it is apparent there was a lot of attention to detail in the selection of the artwork, materials, furnishing ... even the restaurant was excellent! A place to get gourmet meals on Lanai! Got inside and outside dining seating. Upon check-in by the friendly staff, they walked me to my room, gave me my complimentary chocolate chip cookie (really good), and showed me how to operate all the fancy controls. Everything electronically and remotely controlled. 2 type shades (sheer and solid), lighting, climate control... all from a panel just inside the door. My only complaint is that it would be nice if there was a more easily reachable light control when lying on the bed. Some rooms got a lanai but regretfully I was not one of those lucky ones. The lanais got stairs going down to some nice walking paths, and there is a fire pit (I did not get to check it out in the evenings), but looked nice! Bed was comfy, big ... somehow too big (and high) in a way! It pretty much filled up the room, so there wasn't any space to put a nice chair to sit and relax. TV was huge and probably heaven for TV lovers. But for myself, I turned it on once as I'm not much of a TV person. Bathroom was nice, walk in shower ... and an automatic toilet that opens up when you walk up to it, complete with seat warmer and bidet (if you choose to use it)! The hotel is just at the end of the main drag in Lanai City. Stores and restaurants all within 3-5 minute walking distance. Gas station a 2 minute drive from the hotel. Parking is right outside the hotel and they did not charge any extra for that. There is a breakfast buffet that was really good. Portugese sausage, other meats, potatoes, rice, fresh fruits, yogurt, cereals, bagels, bread & toast, coffee, hot water & tea, fruit juices ... so a nice variety! A very nice (and much cheaper) option right in Lanai City as compared to the $1,000/night room rate quoted for Manele ! Would definitely stay here again! read more

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This was the old place to stay in town, but then Larry Ellison bought it. He sank money into a big renovation. It is lovely, sitting at the end of the town square. You could easily walk to anything in the historic downtown. The price of a room comes with breakfast, with hot and cold selections. You can eat there or grab things to go. There are happy hour specials in the evenings from 5 - 6:30. Thursday nights are $2 tacos; the pork tacos and the chicken tacos were both very good and tasted totally different from each other. If you miss happy hour, expect to pay a lot. My friend had the truffle risotto and unfortunately neither of us particularly liked it. (Several other good and less expensive places are close by.) This place is hoppin' at night with tourists and locals. The lanai is open on weekends and there's live music. The rooms are secure. You need a key card to get into your room wing. Nearly everything is automated. There's a panel next to the door that controls lights, a/c and heat, and shades. You can decide if you want daytime or nighttime lighting. There's a remote for the celing fan and light (which you will need to read in bed). There are blackout shades and regular ones. I had to put down the shades early because everyone going in and out of the front entrance could see me. The toilet opens and closes when you get close, and flushes for you. There's a walk-in shower with bottles of body wash, shampoo, and conditioner. You have bathroom lighting options: day, night, nightlight. Oh, check the drawers in the bathroom: That's where you'll find tissues, washcloths, extra soap and TP, etc. There's a small fridge with two complimentary bottles of water and a big white chocolate cookie. (Yummy!) The TV is a hi-def behemoth. It's awesome. Watching golf, I could see individual blades of grass and sweat stains, which I've never seen before. Your TV welcomes you; your name is written in the upper left hand corner. You can access Netfix, Pandora, YouTube, and more. But somehow all HBO channels were always "temporarily unavailable." There's a shared lanai with four rocking chairs, a small table, and mood lighting. I had the smallest type of room, in the front. Great view of the town. Plenty of storage space. It was more than enough room for two adults and maybe even a little one. Free parking in front and overflow parking next door. So why on earth a 3-star rating? Insane prices. No discounts for kupuna (seniors), state workers, kamaaina (locals). You must prepay at least one night (maybe entire stay? Not sure as I stayed only one night). Strict and punitive cancellation policies. They would not work with our travel agent so I had to front nearly $350 and wait to get reimbursed. I'm not even in here for 24 hours. (I checked prices right before I left. The same room was already $375/night, before taxes and fees. All that money spent on renovations - and the place is not accessible. If you cannot get up and down stairs, forget it. You can't stay here. Heck, you can't even eat here. I had a terrible time with the stairs. There's a little stool to put your suitcase on, but not a single chair in the room. The matress is so soft it's like squashing a marshmallow. If you weigh 100 pounds, it's probably fine. For a heavy person like me, it was miserable. It was so hard to get in and out of the bed or just move without potentially hurting myself. I could not find a comfortable position to sit in bed; I kept sinking and sliding down. (I also kept sliding toward the edge.) I ended up with a backache. There were lots of pillows but all of them were very soft. I wished so much for a comfortable chair. I did not sleep well and was tired and sore in the morning. My 20-year-old chaise at home cost less than one night here and is far more comfortable to sit and sleep on. There's a peep-hole, useless to me because I'm barely five feet tall and it was up several inches over my head. If you do not have a disability and have the money, it may be awesome for you. For some of us who are kind of beaten up and don't have much money, it's can be really difficult. read more

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There aren't that many lodging options on Lana'i and as to be expected, the nightly rates can be pretty high. I paid $240 for one night (including taxes and any applicable fees) for my room at Hotel Lana'i, but it was well worth it! So thankful I did not go with someplace like the Four Seasons Hotel which is probably as much as $400-$450 per night! There are no TVs in the rooms at Hotel Lana'i, though that wasn't really an issue in the first place. The bed was really cozy and nice. There are also in-room snacks and drinks available at an extra cost (no, I did not buy any of those at all!), and the bathroom and shower stall are pretty decent. Plus, this location is in the middle of the Lana'i City - Central area, so you certainly can't go wrong with that. I didn't have time to actually use the rocking chairs on their lanai, but looked some of the folks who used them had a good time. The continental breakfast was excellent and a wide variety of options to choose from. Bagels, muffins, cereal, orange juice, and much more! It is all served inside the Lanai Bar and Grill. Parking is included, though the check-in window is pretty small, between 2-5 PM. Check-out time is between 7-11 AM. read more

Loved this beautiful charming hotel. It's a bit pricey but common for Lanai, and less expensive than the Four Seasons. My room came with breakfast at the Lanai City Bar and Grille located in the hotel. There's a shared deck, perfect for sitting in the morning with coffee and reading the paper. read more

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Our first visit to Hotel Lanai was in 2017. The hotel was lovely, old fashioned, and charming. The rooms had Hawaiian quilts, no tech, phones, or TV's. You immediately felt what Lanai City must have been like during pineapple plantation days. Fast forward 2019...this small boutique hotel has had a beautiful renovation. The rooms are modern, chic, and tech savvy. The staff was warm, and helpful, especially Sarah at the front desk. Of particular delight is the restaurant onsite Lanai Bar and Grille. Still remains one of the best restaurants in the Hawaiian Islands, their bartender gave my husband a lesson on how to make his perfect guava mojito. We dined outside under the stars, it was perfect. read more

We LOVED our stay at Hotel Lanai. From the delicious buffet style breakfast, warm hospitality, to the well appointed, modern rooms. We enjoyed watching the sunset through the Pines in front porch rocking chairs. We would highly recommend a night or two at Hotel Lanai before splurging on the rooms at the Four Seasons. Lucky for us, we enjoyed the best of both worlds :) read more

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Ever want some peace and quiet when you visit Lanai, Hotel Lanai is the place to be. Soon as i arrived, i was greeted by birds of paradise on my path towards the lobby. The rooms are very well maintained and the staff are very helpful. The continental breakfast varied daily which i really liked. The garden grounds and lanais were well kept and cleaned, and i often found myself sipping my coffee enjoying the tree lined view of the town square from my lanai. This hotel is perfect for guest who needs to just relax and unwind from a very busy work week schedule. Hotel Lanai is within walking distance from the town square, where you can find shops and cafe's and meet friendly locals. read more

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Hotel Lana'i was perfect for our little anniversary getaway. We were looking to get away from the busy life of Honolulu and Lana'i was exactly what we were looking for, peace and quiet! With no kama'aina rates for this hotel, it was still much more reasonable than the only other two hotels on this island. This hotel is in the heart of Lanai City, so everything you need is within walking distance. They do offer a unlimited use shuttle for an additional fee which takes you between the two resorts and the airport. The room we booked was about $180/night and had a king size bed. It was a cute room decorated with tropical flower paintings and a beautiful Hawaiian quilt. The bed was super comfy, in fact too comfy that all we wanted to do was sleep all day! The bathroom was a little small, with a tiny shower. There is no air conditioning, only a ceiling fan which lucky for us we came in February so it wasn't a problem. It was at a perfect 66 degrees at night. There is no TV, but who needs a TV when you have the whole island to explore? You're on vacation. They do offer a continental breakfast which was okay. There was coffee, tea, orange juice, and some pastries. It wasn't enough to fill us up. If you're looking for a true relaxing, comfortable, quiet vacation, I suggest you stay at Hotel Lana'i. read more

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We were staying at the Four Seasons and looking for a alternative for dinner. The city of lanai does not offer much, but this was a jewel. Our server was friendly and could not have taken better care of us. We had a lovely bottle of Rosé (dry yet full body) which went well with the roasted chicken (my personal fav - fell off the bone) and bone-in grilled pork chop. I insisted on ordering the bread pudding - and thank god I did! Yum - top notch! FYI - I would skip the spicy lobster shrimp bisque unless you like sweet. They make it with coconut milk. But it did have nice heat. read more

Hotel Lanai - Hotels Near Me - Lanai City, Hawaii

Highly impressed with this place. It is neat, clean, and staff are friendly. The cottage was old plantation style with hardwood floors and fans in each room. It had a pull out couch, large comfy bed in a separate room and a large private patio area Would definitely stay here again and prices were reasonable. Check out the restaurant too. read more

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Great place to stay on Lanai, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Beautifully updated with modern touches but keeping the charm of the old plantation style. Only thing is it is still an old plantation house so you can hear some door shutting and floorboards creaking but they provide a white noise machine and other guests seem to be very conscientious so we really barely noticed it. Overalls highly recommend Hotel Lanai. read more

Lovely hotel. Sara and staff are awesome. Restaurant is high quality and in an amazing setting- amongst towering Cook Pines. Live music on the weekend we were there. Rooms are quaint, cozy. Other areas beautifully restored. Grounds have lots of flowers. Good location- central to all sight seeing and all the other restaurants and shops are a block away. Get the Lanai room and sit on the porch at night. Downsides: No AirCon, only fans. Beware in summer months! Our bathroom was cramped and the shower tiny (and I'm a small person). read more

Quaint, beautiful, cozy, quiet and simple... Hotel Lanai is a must-stay while on "Hawaii's Most Enticing Island". Planning a vacation to Lanai can seem extravagant at first. The two main resorts on the island, Four Seasons Resorts properties The Lodge at Koele and Manele Bay can easily run a couple hundred dollars per night (even for Kama'aina residents). When adding up the costs of airfare, hotel, meals and activities, a trip to Lanai can seem like a fortune! However, Hotel Lanai offers those looking for an alternative and more affordable route to the big name resorts on the very private island. This small, lovely hotel is located right in the heart of "town" in Lanai City. Hotel Lanai offers the Lanai traveler an affordable stay with a wonderful value. Last June, my boyfriend & I wanted to get away from the hustle and bustle in Honolulu and flocked over to the sleepy island of Lanai. We split our stay between the Hotel Lanai and The Lodge at Koele. While we did want to spend some time indulging and soaking in all the luxury the Four Seasons Resorts had to offer, we also wanted to experience the low-key style of Lanai, a bed & breakfast type of accommodation, especially after hearing such good things about Hotel Lanai. Our stay at Hotel Lanai was comfortable, peaceful and very enjoyable. Upon first glance, the Hotel Lanai almost appears as a big country home. The lady at the front desk (I believe her name was Cathy), was warm and hospitable, and escorted us to our room as a host would. Our room was beautifully decorated with a Hawaiian touch. We reserved a premium room, with a king sized bed, bathroom, window seating area, closet, mini-fridge and ceiling fan. Please note: The Hotel Lanai does not offer a bath tub (at least in our room) or air conditioning though it does get quite cool in Lanai City at night. Additionally, the Hotel Lanai offers its guests daily continental breakfast, which was a nice added amenity. There aren't that many food establishments offered on Lanai, especially outside of the pricey eateries at the resorts, so having a complimentary continental breakfast is a nice bonus. The Hotel Lanai is also home to the Lanai City Grille, an upscale restaurant offering some of the top dishes on the island and worth having a meal at during your vacation. The location of Hotel Lanai couldn't be any better. Its close proximity to town, in walking distance to local restaurants, and the Lanai island shuttle stopping right at its driveway couldn't make this place more convenient. In conclusion, I'd recommend a prospective guest to consider a stay at the Hotel Lanai. Likely, you will experience a taste of the 'Old Hawaii' and the Aloha Spirit. If torn between The Lodge at Koele or Manele Bay and Hotel Lanai, maybe do what we did, and split your time between the two to experience both! read more

Hotel Lanai: We stayed on the island of Lanai for 11 days in April. We had stayed at Hotel Lanai for 3 nights during our stay. It is located at the center of Lanai City downtown, between Koele Lodge and Manele Bay. We enjoyed the experience but was not the perfect place for us. The employees we talked at the hotel were all very nice. Just the bed was a bit too soft and the noise from the Restaurant was a little too much for us. Ear plug might had helped. Beautiful landscaping around the hotel by TanTan, beautiful historical building, convenient location in downtown. We had dined at the Lanai City Grille a few times, enjoyed the food. The Shuttle service was great as well. There is no Kamaaina discount for this hotel but the price is more reasonable compared to Four Seasons. They charge for unlimited Shuttle Service $47.50 per person for your stay. No Kamaaina price available. read more

I really wanted to like this place but perhaps my judgement on this hotel is compared to the many times I've stay at the Lodge at Koele over the years. The price during the slow season is very expensive for any kamaaina. Averaging $220/night is high in my opinion and I have a certain level of expectation. Yes I realize that this is an older hotel and I don't have an issue with the lack to television or air conditioning in the room. I have concerns over the non-secure wi-fi network. There should be a password for hotel guests, at least for their safety. Shower hot water can be cold, warm or hot depending on the time of day but it changes every few minutes so be aware of that. The bathroom lights are so dim, my wife couldn't see herself when putting on makeup. The only place where there's decent light is either near the night stand or near the window. Finally it's the people of the place that makes this hotel either a lovely or miserable experience. When checking in to the hotel, this man who was not a local, basically ordered us around during registration and when I asked a question, he said he'd tell us when he's ready. My wife even noticed that and he seemed like he was doing us a favor. The rest of the staff from housekeeping to restaurant staff to waitresses were very polite and friendly. If you're dealing with a local, they are the nicest people around. Overall, the scenery is nice and you have to deal with the humidity especially if it rains but I wanted to like this place more but there were certain issues you have to deal with and accept it. read more

This is the perfect place to stay on Lanai if you want a more authentic feel and also not drop a college tuition on a hotel. The staff is so unbelievably nice and helpful but I think that was pretty much everybody on Lanai! My flight was super delayed coming in from Honolulu (3 hrs 50 minutes, damn you Island Air) but the front desk staff stayed around waiting on me so I could check in well after 10:00 at night. They also gave me the little known tip that if my flight went over 4 hrs delayed that Island Air had to refund my ticket price. Alas, they made it right at the 4 hr mark. Damn you again Island Air. You will be given a key to the front door and a key to your room. It's like you're being invited into somebody's house. Which you kinda are since this is where guests use to stay when visiting the Dole Pineapple Plantation back in the day. You're right by Dole Park and the main town square so walking around to eat/drink isn't an issue and you do not need a car on the island. The shuttle runs every hour or thirty minutes depending on the time of day so you can go up the road to The Lodge or down to Manele Bay and the beach. I stayed in a standard room and at $99/night it was a deal that could not be beat. The bed was super comfy and was a queen so two people wouldn't have a problem. The bathroom is a little tight but I wasn't trying to spend forever in there. There isn't any air conditioning which would probably be a problem during the summer for somebody like me who likes to sleep in a frigid room but it was manageable over the Thanksgiving week (end of November). No TV but that didn't bother me. I didn't come to Lanai to hang out in a hotel room and watch TV. read more

Operating a successful B&B on Lanai must not be easy, so kudos to Hotel Lanai for doing a good job during our stay. We were there during the low season and also mid-week, so hard to say if my review was affected by those two factors. Hotel Lanai is a quaint, charming, historically relevant boutique hotel situated in the heart of Lanai City. The hotel is one of three hotels on the island that I'm aware of; the other two are operated by the Four Seasons. Here is what I liked: the hotel is a great value relative to the other hotel options on the island; it's clean, quiet and comfortable. The staff is polite and helpful, but serve under a low profile and don't overwhelm you with service like the other island hotel operator. My main criticism would be the continental breakfast, which I would describe as an above average spread, but disappointing relative to the creative food options offered throughout the island. I recommend using this hotel's central location to explore Lanai because unlike any of the other tourist accessible islands, you can actually find solitude here absent of any other tourists. Visit Lanai during the low season; I can only imagine how impacted it would be during the high season. With that said, if you need to be pampered by the hotel staff; if you need someone to hand you a towel when you get out of the shower; if you need to be heard on your iPhone at the pool; if you need late night room service because you had one too many mai tais after dinner, well then Hotel Lanai wouldn't be the right fit for you. Recommendation: Stay at the Hotel Lanai, explore the island during the day and head down to Nobu at the Four Seasons for dinner at night. The money you save by staying at the hotel can be put in to renting a jeep to explore the island and splurging on the island's fabulous cuisine. read more

Phenomenal hotel! Best stay ever. Could not have asked for a more amazing bed and bathroom! The restaurant in the hotel was closed, but Pele's fire kitchen took great care of us!! The best part- the bed, pillows, and bidet haha! Thanks Hotel Lanai! read more

Hotel Lanai is such a great value! Renovated just last year, the rooms are immaculate and are more of a quaint B&B-style than your run-of-the-mill hotel room. The bathroom was smallish but well-lit and the bed was super-duper comfy. I liked being near Lanai City and between the Lodge and Manele Bay. The neighborhood was quiet and I left my windows open both nights. The only downside is the thin walls - I could hear my neighbor talking on his cell phone and, later, snoring. But as this is an older hotel they can't really do anything about that without ruining the historic integrity of the building so I just fired up the white noise app on my iPhone and went back to sleep. The complimentary Continental breakfast is a great value! The pastries vary each day and they also serve fresh fruit, juices and coffee. I'd definitely stay here again. *Full disclosure - I work for a company helping the hotel with sales and marketing but paid for my stay. If I hadn't liked it I just wouldn't have said anything at all. :) read more

Hotel Lanai is the original hotel on Lanai. We visited here several time when we wanted something different from Manele and Koele. It's quiet quaint place and everyone makes you feel at home and you can charge your dinner to your room even if you are not staying at that hotel and staying at Manele or Koele. read more

Top notch service provided by hostess Sarah at the front desk. So welcoming and helpful. Made our stay a 5 star experience.

Love it and would go back in a heart beat! This place is truly a hidden gem. My wife and I were spending 14 days in Maui and decided to take a small trip to Lanai. We stumbled upon Hotel Lanai and could not have been more grateful. The rooms were immaculate and styled extremely well. The staff was on it and had great suggestions for activities and the like. The hotel does not have a pool or the overly lush amenities of big hotels but really that is fine and it makes up for it with charm and service. Because the hotel is located in the heart of down town (that is a bit tongue and cheek). However it is extremely nice little town with great local restaurants and small stores. We fell in love with Lanai and part of that was the experience at Hotel Lanai. Such a great spot! We are going to try to go back ASAP. read more

This hotel was nice, a change of pace from the bigger luxury hotels like Koele and Manele. Whereas Koele is the luxury lodge and Manele is the most hotel-like of the three, Hotel Lanai has the feel of a converted old plantation style hotel (complete with squeaky wood floors). It was clean, save for some of the washcloths which were stained. The beds were big and comfy, though literally inches from the door. We were in Room 5, which is the handicapped accessible room. There is no threshold for the shower stall in the bathroom, so the water leaked onto the floor in front of the sink. My daughter slipped and fell but fortunately she didn't get hurt. The continental breakfast is okay - chocolate chip scones, white bread, apple turnovers and assorted fruits. We had booked our reservations only four days in advance but they didn't give us any kind of 72 hour cancellation notice. So take note - if you have to come in on short notice and think that Hotel Lanai is the cheapest (and you live in Hawaii), check the kama'aina rates at the other hotels. Koele was only $50 more, kama'aina (must have been slow at the hotels in October). read more

I'm so glad we skipped the ostentatious resorts to support the locally-owned and historic Hotel Lanai. The staff were so sweet, personable, and friendly; Sarah went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable. The rooms are decorated tastefully, the bed was comfortable, and the lanai was used every morning for breakfast and one evening for dessert (a fun way to people watch as the island shuttles stop by the front of the hotel pretty regularly). FYI, we stayed in Room 1 in the front corner. The continental breakfast is a great plus! Of course it's a simple offering, but if you're familiar with how expensive everything is on the island, you'll really appreciate the tasty fruit, pineapple turnovers, muffins, sourdough bread, juice, tea, and coffee that's put out fresh every morning. (I think you have to pay for all of your meals at the resorts.) Antiquity and history buffs will enjoy the immaculate, original architecture and adornments around the nearly 100-year-old plantation building. I love when stuff like this is preserved so well. However, a downside of this is that you're using old facilities. The toilets, furniture, etc have been updated but others, for better or worse, haven't: the door handles can stick sometimes, the walls are thin, the floors squeak, and (this was the hardest thing to get comfortable with) the plumbing is old--the hot water took a long time to reach the shower, and when others turned on the water, it would switch between scalding hot to freezing cold. Despite the funky plumbing, I'm happy the hotel has been maintained in its original state and am eager to stay here during our next trip to Lanai. read more

When you visit Lanai, you have 3 choices in lodging, unless of course you have family/friends in town. Hotel Lanai is the economical option. But the 2 Four Seasons Resorts looked awesome. Hotel Lanai is located in Lanai City across the street from the city center. According to the Lanai Cultural Center, it's the former Dole executive boarding house. Rooms come in a couple of sizes and are priced from $99-$150. It has scant amenities but it's very comfortable and clean. The bed rocked!! The desk is manned 7am to 5pm. Rooms do not have TVs or phones but there is a refrigerator and cooler. Light breakfast is included. City Grille, restaurant with a full bar, is located in the Hotel and is open Wednesday-Sunday. I was there for an overnight from Monday to Tuesday. It was really quiet and I think I was the only occupant in the hotel. I checked in before 8am and had my room by 9:30am. After the clerk left at 5pm, I had the place to myself. There are 2 lanais with chairs and tables...I grabbed the equivalent of a bento and enjoyed it and an extra large bottle of Guinness in the solitude. It was very relaxing. If you're headed to Lanai and don't require the resort amenities, Hotel Lanai is the way to go. Inexpensive, no frills, comfortable and accommodating. Recommended!! read more

Clean, efficient. Sensible. I enjoyed my stay and will return to my little island!! I had a really great time here read more

When we visited, the hotel was preparing for a closure to revamp the property. We determined that they would be closed starting May 1st and we visited on April 28th. I think the hotel is usually nice and it will be great again after the revamp, but we visited at a transitional time. The staff was very friendly, but there weren't as many options for food and drink at the restaurant due to the upcoming closure. Many of the guests from the Four Seasons were visiting this hotel for dinner. read more

This is authentic Lana'i. The rooms are quaint, and the service impeccable. There is free wifi and the restaurant is among the best on the island. Plus, it's located right in town for local shopping. I am so glad we didn't opt for the Four Seasons. read more

Hotel Lanai - Besides the great service and quaint accommodations, the restaurant serves top-notch cuisine. - Hotels Near Me - Lanai City, Hawaii

Great food decent service, expensive but it's not like you have a lot choice of place to eat in lanai

Favorite place to stay on Lanai. I'm not a fan of giant glitzy resorts. This vintage old style visiting plantation managers board and batten hotel is perfect for those seeking an historic sense of place. No TVs in rooms; bring your own phone. Hanging out on the lanai at night hearing nothing but the wind through a ti plant seems pretty special to me. And the humans here are about as friendly as they can be. Great spot which I hope doesn't lose its charm. read more

This was a very sweet place that made us feel like we really were on vacation -- some hotels are not very different from the usual life, but this place was a breath of fresh air! The staff were nice and we felt welcome here. One thing I would add would be the Foli app, to read magazines. The last hotel I was at had it, and it would have been nice to have here. Overall, our stay here really added to our vacation, and we want to come back the next time we're on the island. read more

What ever you do make darn sure you do not stay in room number seven. This room is feet from the front porch where anyone and everyone can easily see inside your room AND the bathroom if they so desire. You're only option is to keep the shades 100% closed which is a real bummer. The noise from the dinning room in the evening and from people entering and exiting the hotel ( also feet from this room) will prevent you from opening your window as well, another serious bummer. This room should be discounted and a disclaimer told well in advance of booking. We love the hotel and the staff but #7 was a huge downer on our stay. read more