Hotel Brand
Four Seasons
Four Seasons is a hotel brand. Pearl maps 246 hotels across 30 cities in 45 countries and adds history, ownership context, key figures, FAQs, notable locations for travelers and diners.
Results
Results
60 places

Four Seasons Bangkok at Chao Phraya River
Points
2,755
Four Seasons Bangkok is a hotel on Charoen Krung Road beside the Chao Phraya River.

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
Points
2,645
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is a resort on Hawaii's Kona-Kohala Coast.

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
Points
2,640
Four Seasons Astir Palace is a hotel in Vouliagmeni on the Athens Riviera.

Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach
Points
2,425
Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach is a resort on South Ocean Boulevard in Palm Beach.

BKK Social Club
Points
2,370
BKK Social Club is a cocktail bar on Charoen Krung Road in Bangkok.

Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi
Points
2,310
Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi is a hotel in Otemachi, Tokyo.

Four Seasons Hotel Madrid
Points
2,300
Four Seasons Hotel Madrid is a hotel on Calle de Sevilla in central Madrid.

Four Seasons Hotel Toronto
Points
2,225
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto is a hotel on Yorkville Avenue in Toronto.

Four Seasons George V
Points
2,175
Four Seasons George V is the Paris choice for travelers who want formal luxury service, a central Golden Triangle address, hotel infrastructure that can handle a high-stakes trip. It is harder to justify for guests seeking boutique intimacy or lower spend, but the 2026 recognition profile makes it a serious option for milestone stays.

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Points
2,175
A strong downtown luxury pick for business travel and special occasions, especially if a suite-level stay is on the table. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero is better for high-floor polish and Financial District convenience than for a resort-style pool-and-spa escape; compare The Ritz-Carlton for traditional Nob Hill luxury and The Battery for a more social, club-like mood.

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
Points
2,175
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is a resort in Wailea on Maui.

Four Seasons Resort Whistler
Points
2,160
Four Seasons Resort Whistler is the luxury pick for travellers who want resort polish, upgrade potential, a calmer Blackcomb base rather than a village-core stay. It is easier to justify when direct-booking benefits or advisor-style perks improve the total value; compare it with Fairmont Chateau Whistler for classic resort scale and Sundial Boutique Hotel for central convenience.

Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita
Points
2,125
Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita is the safest luxury pick in Punta de Mita for travelers who want polished resort depth, strong service confidence, a stay that works for couples, families, mixed groups. It is less about bargain value and more about paying for certainty in a competitive beach-resort market with serious luxury alternatives.

Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
Points
2,000
Should you stay at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane? Yes, if the trip calls for a polished Park Lane base with serious luxury credentials: Michelin 3 Keys, Forbes 5-Star status, La Liste Top Hotels recognition. It is better for celebrations, business stays, low-friction London weekends than for travelers chasing boutique character or value-first pricing.

Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai
Points
2,000
Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai is the right call for a celebration-led stay where Mae Rim's quieter setting is part of the value. It is less convenient for a fast city itinerary, but Michelin 3 Keys and a 94-point La Liste Top Hotels score make it a serious luxury pick when the resort itself is meant to anchor the trip.

Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel
Points
2,000
Book Grand Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel for a quiet Riviera celebration where the hotel itself is the main event. The 2025 Michelin 3 Keys recognition supports the splurge, but room value depends on choosing view, calm, layout wisely rather than defaulting to the largest suite.

San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel
Points
2,000
San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel is the Taormina splurge to choose when the hotel is meant to anchor the trip, not just support it. Pay up for a room tier with outdoor space or a view only if you will use the property heavily; otherwise, compare NH Collection Taormina, Hotel Villa Carlotta, or Hotel Villa Ducale for a lighter spend.

Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues
Points
1,800
Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues is the Geneva pick for travelers who want a formal lakefront luxury stay with strong service confidence. It is easier to justify for business, celebrations, or a short high-comfort trip than for a value-led overnight. Cross-shop Beau-Rivage Geneva and Hotel d'Angleterre for historic character, or Eastwest Hotel if price discipline matters more than grand-hotel polish.

Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An
Points
1,700
The splurge choice on the Hoi An coast, Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An is worth booking for a celebration stay where service consistency matters more than shaving the rate. Choose it for honeymoons, anniversaries, family trips that need a polished resort base; compare alternatives if most days will be spent outside the hotel.

Four Seasons Hotel Boston
Points
1,675
Book Four Seasons Hotel Boston if you want a calm, full-service luxury base by Boston Common and will use the wellness amenities enough to justify the splurge. Cross-shop The Newbury Boston for a more design-forward stay, Revere Hotel Boston Common for lower spend nearby, Boston Harbor Hotel if the waterfront matters more than the park-side location.

Four Seasons Vail
Points
1,640
Four Seasons Vail is worth booking for families who want a polished, full-service luxury base in Vail with fewer trip-planning headaches. The case is strongest for ski season, school holidays, multi-generation stays where service depth and in-town convenience justify the splurge. Cross-shop Sonnenalp Hotel for Alpine character and Grand Hyatt Vail for a larger resort-style alternative.

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center
Points
1,625
A strong Philadelphia splurge for travelers who want a polished Center City stay with serious occasion value. The awards profile is strong, including Michelin 2 Keys, AAA 5 Diamond, Forbes 4-Star, La Liste recognition, but the booking only makes sense if the Comcast Center address and high-rise luxury feel matter to the trip.

Four Seasons Resort at Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Points
1,600
Book Four Seasons Resort at Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica if you want Guanacaste luxury with the fewest logistical tradeoffs. It is the safer full-service choice over Andaz for a more formal resort stay, while Nekajui and Waldorf Astoria are the stronger cross-shops if newer-hotel energy matters more than established Four Seasons consistency.

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
Points
1,600
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North is the right Scottsdale booking for a desert-resort stay built around pool, spa, golf, quiet downtime. It is less convenient for Old Town access than central options, but its Michelin 1 Key, AAA 5 Diamond, Forbes 4-Star, La Liste recognition make it a strong luxury choice if the resort itself is the point of the trip.

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Points
1,575
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto is the right pick if you want a high-service luxury base in Higashiyama rather than a small Kyoto inn. Its Michelin 1 Key, La Liste 95-point score, Forbes 4-Star recognition, Virtuoso status make it a safer splurge for couples and families, but value-focused travelers should compare smaller nearby options before committing.

Hotel Brand
About Four Seasons
Hotel Brand
About Four Seasons
Legendary service, timeless luxury
Four Seasons is known for unparalleled luxury, a meaningful sense of belonging, genuine care for its guests, embodying the 'Golden Rule' philosophy. The brand is distinguished by its personalized service, superior design and finishes, a consistent commitment to excellence in hospitality.
Official website ↗Entity profile
At a glance
- Founded
- 1961
- Origin
- Toronto, Canada
- Founder
- Isadore Sharp
- Pearl coverage
- 227 locations in 46 countries
Why it matters
Four Seasons is known for unparalleled luxury, a meaningful sense of belonging, and genuine care for its guests, embodying the 'Golden Rule' philosophy. The brand is distinguished by its personalized service, superior design and finishes, and a consistent commitment to excellence in hospitality.
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts was taken private in 2007 through a partnership between Bill Gates' Cascade Investment and Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal's Kingdom Holding Company. In 2021, Cascade Investment increased its stake, becoming the majority owner of the company.
History and origins
Four Seasons was founded in 1961 in Toronto, Canada. A key milestone came in 1970s: Opened a hotel in London, England, which set the tone for the company's future direction and pioneered signature Four Seasons services. Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts was taken private in 2007 through a partnership between Bill Gates' Cascade Investment and Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal's Kingdom Holding Company.
1961
First Hotel Opened
Isadore Sharp opened the first Four Seasons hotel, a modest motor hotel, in downtown Toronto, Canada.
Source1970s
International Expansion and Service Definition
Opened a hotel in London, England, which set the tone for the company's future direction and pioneered signature Four Seasons services. Expanded to 10 hotels in Canada and entered the US market.
Source1980s
Expansion into USA and Management Focus
Unveiled flagship hotels in a dozen US cities, transformed into a management company, and introduced mixed-use developments.
Source1990s
Global Resort Portfolio Growth
Expanded its portfolio of resorts globally, introducing the Four Seasons experience to Europe and Asia.
Source2007
Taken Private by Investors
The company was taken private in a partnership between Microsoft's Bill Gates (Cascade Investment) and Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal (Kingdom Holding Company).
Source2021
Cascade Investment Acquires Controlling Stake
Bill Gates' Cascade Investment LLC acquired a controlling stake in Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.
SourceKey figures
Founder
Isadore Sharp
Co-founder of Four Seasons
Notable Pearl locations
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai / Kona / USA
Hawaii
Four Seasons Hotel George V / Paris / France
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora / Bora Bora / French Polynesia
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane / London / UK
Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita / Punta Mita / Mexico
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto / Toronto / Canada
Sources
- Four Seasons History - Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts - Accessed 2026-07-10
- Isadore Sharp Biography - Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts - Accessed 2026-07-10
- Alejandro Reynal - President and CEO - Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts - Accessed 2026-07-10
- What Bill Gates' Four Seasons Deal Tells Us About The Future Of Travel - Forbes - Accessed 2026-07-10
- Who Owns Four Seasons? Inside the Story of the World's Most Prestigious Luxury Hotel Brand - Starsdesk - Accessed 2026-07-10
- All Hotels & Resorts - Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts - Accessed 2026-07-10
- 25 Best Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts for 2026 - U.S. News Travel - Accessed 2026-07-10
Frequently asked questions
What is Four Seasons?+
Four Seasons is a globally recognized luxury brand with 246 hotels and resorts tracked on Join Pearl. Four Seasons is known for unparalleled luxury, a meaningful sense of belonging, genuine care for its guests, embodying the 'Golden Rule' philosophy. The brand is distinguished by its personalized service, superior design and finishes, a consistent commitment to excellence in hospitality.
When was Four Seasons founded?+
Four Seasons was founded in 1961 in Toronto, Canada.
Who owns Four Seasons?+
Four Seasons is owned by Cascade Investment (majority owner), Kingdom Holding Company.
How many Four Seasons locations are there?+
Join Pearl currently tracks 246 Four Seasons hotels and resorts worldwide.
Who founded Four Seasons?+
Four Seasons was founded by Isadore Sharp.
What is Four Seasons known for?+
Four Seasons is known for unparalleled luxury, a meaningful sense of belonging, genuine care for its guests, embodying the 'Golden Rule' philosophy. The brand is distinguished by its personalized service, superior design and finishes, a consistent commitment to excellence in hospitality.
Where is Four Seasons headquartered?+
Four Seasons was originally established in Toronto, Canada.
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