Travel Deal of the Day (January 20, 2009)

I cannot often discuss a deal at a Four Seasons in Hawaii for $230/night - but due to the bad economy, such a deal exists for 2009.

The Deal:
The Four Seasons Lodge at Koele on the Hawaiian island of Lanai is offering a third night free deal. Rates are $345 a night with a third night free, making a three night stay an average of $230/night.

How:
Find information about this promotion on the Four Seasons website.

The Inside Scoop:
Lanai is a very small island. One reason the Four Seasons Lodge at Koele offers better deals than other five-star Hawaiian resorts is that some people prefer more action than you can find on Lanai. If you decide to come to the Lodge, you will be entertained by the many activities at the Lodge (archery, hunting) or by the beach-related activities at the nearby Four Seasons Manele Bay. Also, the Lodge is in a cooler climate than many other areas of Hawaii - but it is quite easy to travel to the warmer beach area (around 20 minutes away). Also, note that in many resort areas, $230/night even for a five star hotel is not necessarily a great deal. But Hawaii is expensive, even in a recession. Finding a five star Hawaiian resort for $230/night is a great deal.