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Lānaʻi Island FAQ
What is the time difference from the continental U.S.?
Hawaiʻi follows Hawaiʻi Standard Time (GMT-10 hours), which is five hours behind Eastern Standard Time and two hours behind Pacific Standard Time. Hawaiʻi does not observe Daylight Savings Time, so add one extra hour to the time difference during this period (March–November).
Where is the main airport on Lānaʻi?
The main airport on Lānaʻi is Lānaʻi Airport (LNY). Since there is no direct service to Lānaʻi from the continental U.S., fly into Honolulu International Airport (HNL) or Kahului Airport (OGG) in Maui, where you can connect to several local airlines with service to Lānaʻi Airport. You can also take day trips between Mānele Harbor and Lāhainā Harbor in Maui through the Expeditions Ferry, which offers five round-trips daily. For more information call (800) 695-2624, (808) 661-3756 or visit www.go-lanai.com.
How far is it from Lānaʻi Airport (LNY) to:
Lānaʻi City: 10 minutes
Hulopoʻe Bay: 25 minutes
Kaiolohia (Shipwreck Beach): 40 minutes
What is the area code for Lānaʻi?
The area code for the state of Hawaiʻi is (808).
Do I need a car to get around on Lānaʻi?
Taxis are available for airport transfers and other transportation, or you can rent a car (advance reservations required). To make the most of everything Lānaʻi has to offer, we recommend renting a 4-wheel-drive vehicle. For guests at the Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi, there is an island shuttle that offers an easy way to get from the airport to the Four Seasons property and other popular sites. The shuttle requires guests to make advance reservations.
Where can I stay?
Lānaʻi has three hotels, including two world-class resorts: the Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi, the Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi, Lodge at Kōʻele (currently closed for renovations) and the historic Hotel Lānaʻi in Lānaʻi City. There are also a few bed and breakfasts.
Is there Internet access?
Wi-Fi is available at Lānaʻi’s three hotels.
Do I need my passport to get to Lānaʻi?
Since Hawaiʻi is the 50th state, you won’t need to bring your passport unless you’re visiting from outside the United States or traveling to another country after Hawaiʻi.
What should I pack on my trip to Lānaʻi?
The weather on Lānaʻi is regularly warm and dry. Because of its location, the island does not receive as much rainfall as the rest of Hawaiʻi. Pack casual clothing and a light jacket or sweater since the weather is cooler at higher elevations. Lānaʻi City sits at nearly 1,700 feet, where temperatures only reach about 72 degrees Fahrenheit during the warmest months, while Mānele and Hulopoʻe Bay are usually about 10- to 12-degrees warmer.
When is a good time to visit Lānaʻi?
Anytime of year is a good time to visit Lānaʻi. Summer is warmer and drier, while winter is slightly cooler. Trade winds keep things comfortable year-round. Lānaʻi City, which sits at nearly 1,700 feet, is noticeably cooler than the beaches. Whale-watching season begins in December and ends in May. Peak whale-watching months are between January and early April.
What is the currency?
The U.S. dollar; traveler’s checks aren’t necessary since credit cards are widely accepted, and ATM machines are everywhere.
What is the capital city?
Lānaʻi City
What languages are spoken there?
English, Hawaiian and Filipino
What are tipping guidelines?
U.S. standards apply: 15–20% on meals, at least $1 per bag for porters and at least $1–2 per night for housekeeping.
Hawaiʻi follows Hawaiʻi Standard Time (GMT-10 hours), which is five hours behind Eastern Standard Time and two hours behind Pacific Standard Time. Hawaiʻi does not observe Daylight Savings Time, so add one extra hour to the time difference during this period (March–November).
Where is the main airport on Lānaʻi?
The main airport on Lānaʻi is Lānaʻi Airport (LNY). Since there is no direct service to Lānaʻi from the continental U.S., fly into Honolulu International Airport (HNL) or Kahului Airport (OGG) in Maui, where you can connect to several local airlines with service to Lānaʻi Airport. You can also take day trips between Mānele Harbor and Lāhainā Harbor in Maui through the Expeditions Ferry, which offers five round-trips daily. For more information call (800) 695-2624, (808) 661-3756 or visit www.go-lanai.com.
How far is it from Lānaʻi Airport (LNY) to:
Lānaʻi City: 10 minutes
Hulopoʻe Bay: 25 minutes
Kaiolohia (Shipwreck Beach): 40 minutes
What is the area code for Lānaʻi?
The area code for the state of Hawaiʻi is (808).
Do I need a car to get around on Lānaʻi?
Taxis are available for airport transfers and other transportation, or you can rent a car (advance reservations required). To make the most of everything Lānaʻi has to offer, we recommend renting a 4-wheel-drive vehicle. For guests at the Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi, there is an island shuttle that offers an easy way to get from the airport to the Four Seasons property and other popular sites. The shuttle requires guests to make advance reservations.
Where can I stay?
Lānaʻi has three hotels, including two world-class resorts: the Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi, the Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi, Lodge at Kōʻele (currently closed for renovations) and the historic Hotel Lānaʻi in Lānaʻi City. There are also a few bed and breakfasts.
Is there Internet access?
Wi-Fi is available at Lānaʻi’s three hotels.
Do I need my passport to get to Lānaʻi?
Since Hawaiʻi is the 50th state, you won’t need to bring your passport unless you’re visiting from outside the United States or traveling to another country after Hawaiʻi.
What should I pack on my trip to Lānaʻi?
The weather on Lānaʻi is regularly warm and dry. Because of its location, the island does not receive as much rainfall as the rest of Hawaiʻi. Pack casual clothing and a light jacket or sweater since the weather is cooler at higher elevations. Lānaʻi City sits at nearly 1,700 feet, where temperatures only reach about 72 degrees Fahrenheit during the warmest months, while Mānele and Hulopoʻe Bay are usually about 10- to 12-degrees warmer.
When is a good time to visit Lānaʻi?
Anytime of year is a good time to visit Lānaʻi. Summer is warmer and drier, while winter is slightly cooler. Trade winds keep things comfortable year-round. Lānaʻi City, which sits at nearly 1,700 feet, is noticeably cooler than the beaches. Whale-watching season begins in December and ends in May. Peak whale-watching months are between January and early April.
What is the currency?
The U.S. dollar; traveler’s checks aren’t necessary since credit cards are widely accepted, and ATM machines are everywhere.
What is the capital city?
Lānaʻi City
What languages are spoken there?
English, Hawaiian and Filipino
What are tipping guidelines?
U.S. standards apply: 15–20% on meals, at least $1 per bag for porters and at least $1–2 per night for housekeeping.
