I spent over $1,700 a night staying at the Four Seasons Hualalai, one of Hawaii's most expensive resorts

"I've visited Hawaii many times, but am always drawn back to Kona on the Big Island. Though Kauai has jaw-dropping natural beauty and Maui has a vibrantly buzzy energy, I love the Big Island's slower pace, ancient lava fields, and luxury resorts. In Kona, I've previously stayed in private homes as well as at high-end resorts, including the newly reopened Rosewood Kona Village."

"I spent five nights with my mom at the Four Seasons Hualalai on Hawaii's Big Island. The resort is not cheap: Our room with a partial ocean view was $1,723 a night. Overall, the resort was beautiful with fantastic amenities and solid food."

"This time, I tried something new and headed to the Four Seasons Hualalai. I'm typically a fan of Four Seasons resorts and was excited to check out the property with my mom. As it's one of the most expensive hotels in the area, I definitely had high expectations. Here's what our stay was like."

A five-night stay at the Four Seasons Hualalai included a partial ocean-view room priced at $1,723 per night. The resort offered beautiful grounds, fantastic amenities, and solid food. The Big Island appeals for its slower pace, ancient lava fields, and luxury-resort options. Previous Kona stays included private homes and high-end properties such as the reopened Rosewood Kona Village. The Four Seasons Hualalai was selected as a new option due to brand reputation and luxury positioning. The property ranks among the most expensive hotels in the area, creating correspondingly high expectations for the visit.

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