Renata Meza
Google
We are frequent travelers and loyal Four Seasons guests, having stayed at many of their properties around the world. Unfortunately, our recent stay at the Four Seasons Westlake Village fell short of the standards we’ve consistently experienced at other Four Seasons locations.
One of the most surprising issues was the shower. We’ve never encountered such a low-quality showerhead at any Four Seasons property before. I called to ask if perhaps ours was an isolated case, but was told all rooms are equipped with the same model. While the staff offered to send maintenance, the problem wasn’t functional — it was simply poor quality. The showerhead is a small plastic fixture, likely worth less than $30, and the water pressure was weak. The spray was narrow and uneven, making for a frustrating experience that didn’t reflect the level of comfort expected at a luxury hotel.
Additionally, during breakfast, I asked if they could prepare a garlic and lemon shot — something I’ve easily requested at other Four Seasons restaurants when feeling under the weather. The response here was a flat “no,” with no willingness to accommodate a very simple, health-conscious request. In our experience, Four Seasons staff usually go above and beyond to make guests feel cared for — sadly, that wasn’t the case here.
When I raised the issue about the shower with housekeeping, the only response was “I’m sorry.” At checkout, I brought it up again at the front desk. They offered to speak with a manager, but came back saying the manager was unavailable and simply thanked me for my comment. No follow-up was offered, nor any way to leave formal feedback about the issue.
At a property positioned as a five-star experience, this level of customer service and attention to detail is disappointing. We genuinely hope the hotel reconsiders how it handles guest feedback — and updates the shower experience to match the high standards the Four Seasons brand is known for. I’ve attached a video of the shower for reference.