Four Seasons Resort Lanai Ranked Among Top Three Hotels in the United States

U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced the results of its 2026 Best Hotels and Resorts List, including Four Seasons Resort Lanai among the top 3 in the United States. The 2026 rankings highlight more than 31,000 hotels across more than 400 destinations to help travellers find a hotel that suits their needs.

“We are truly honoured to be recognized with this award,” says Mazen Saleh, General Manager of Four Seasons Resorts Lanai. He continues, “We are grateful to our guests who generously provide valuable feedback and support us. It’s also a reflection of our dedicated staff, who welcome our guests to their island home and ensure they have an unforgettable experience."

On Lanai, guests can enjoy a Hawaiian getaway across 90,000 acres (36,421 hectares) of diverse landscape with an incredible array of land, air and ocean activities, many managed by Four Seasons. With just over 3,000 residents, it’s where the Hawaii found in vintage postcards comes vibrantly to life. The AAA Five Diamond, Forbes Five Star Four Seasons Resort Lanai features 213 guest rooms in a series of low-rise buildings spread along the Pacific coastline, providing a private residential experience.  Dining facilities include NOBU LANAI, Osteria Mozza Lanai, Malibu Farm and private culinary experiences, such as Dining Under the Stars. Other amenities include championship golf and tennis, a kids club, beach and pool, spa and wellness classes at Hawanawana Spa, cultural programming, an on-site observatory and luxury retail boutiques. For stress-free travel, round-trip flights from Honolulu on Lanai Air are included on all bookings with arrivals taking place by December 31, 2026.  

U.S. News ranks hotels across multiple countries, regions and destinations: Best Hotels in the USA, Best Resorts in the USA, Best Hotels in Canada, Best Resorts in Canada, Best Hotels in the Caribbean, Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean, Best Hotels in Mexico, Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Mexico, Best Hotels in Bermuda and Best Hotels in Europe. The rankings follow a comprehensive, transparent methodology that factors in each hotel's star rating, the aggregate opinion of published travel experts and the overall customer satisfaction expressed in online guest reviews of luxury hotels and resorts.