Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise with Polynesian Show & Live Entertainment
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| Activity Date: | 2024/04/19 |
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A Relaxing Evening
Reviewed by: Robert Benedetto, 2024/04/12If you want to take a break from the walking, shopping, and hotel hustle and bustle around Waikiki I suggest a sunset dinner cruise on the Star of Honolulu.
The five star experience on the top deck Nova Room is a relaxing evening filled with well-made bar drinks, superior cuisine, piano and mood music, and sparkling views of coastal O'ahu.
The Nova Room experience is a step above the normal pricing for the cruise, but is a good value for all you receive.
I especially enjoyed the time to talk and relax with my wife, to enjoy the coastal scenery, and to savor the various courses of the dinner as described in the promotional materials.
The service was excellent throughout the evening and the whole experience exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend the Nova Room experience on the forth deck of the Star of Honolulu.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/11 |
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Pretty Scenary
Reviewed by: Kara, 2024/04/01Delish dinner with great view points out your window the whole night!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/24 |
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Beautiful Sunset!
Reviewed by: Matthew, 2024/03/28Our evening on the Star of Honolulu was an excellent experience! Ample parking was easy and accessible with 2 lots within walking distance. The check-in process was a breeze, make sure your voucher is ready. Waiting to board we were entertained with local dancers and music. Time to board! We were sorted by class and our trip to the top deck was a nice elevator ride up. We were seated at a nice intimate table with large window perfect for viewing. First on the table was a charcuterie board with tasty cheeses, meats and fruit. Don’t forget the champagne! As the cruise got underway were able to chat with the guests seated next to us. The dancers and singers provided more entertainment as we departed. The music throughout the night was relaxing.
On our journey to view the sunset in front of Diamon Head we encountered some whales! A happy surprise. The lobster course was delicious. We were treated to a sorbet course in the middle of our dining experience which was tasty. The food was flavorful and appetizing. Delicious! During the trip you are able to take many great pictures and they even have a photographer on standby.
The sunset was amazing as well as the views from the Waikiki area. The journey home was more intimate and with the lowered light and live jazz music. Dancing is also encouraged. The cheesecake dessert did not disappoint. The journey was full of memories and was the perfect end to an amazing time in Hawaii. Overall this cruise is very recommended to anyone looking for memories, delicious food and a wonderful evening.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/23 |
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Fun Celebration Evening
Reviewed by: R&C, 2024/03/16Beautful sunset view from the top deck; great food and entertainment. The best part by far was the Jazz Ensemble! At the end, the cast and servers did an amazing ‘hula hula’ version of YMCA. The group loved it.
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| Activity Date: | 2024/02/20 |
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Great Experience
Reviewed by: Anonymous, 2024/03/15The upper deck was great for taking pictures. We started off with a charcuterie board that had tasty cheeses and fruit. The second course included lobster over a beet salad with a nice puree. My only reservation was the meat which was overcooked in my opinion, but to be fair, I'm sure many people prefer a medium-well filet. Taking pictures in between courses was a huge plus and didn't make us feel confined to the table. Overall, I would recommend this cruise to anyone looking for a good time.
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| Activity Date: | 2024/03/14 |
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Dinner cruise ship
Reviewed by: -PAUL-, 2024/02/23It was interesting to say, enjoyed the environment and the food. Was with my girlfriend and she loved it. Was at a table on the edge to the starboard side. What topped it all was doing it on the night of the fireworks! Would do again.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/05/19 |
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Magical Experience
Reviewed by: Sasha, 2024/02/20What an amazing time! We got picked up a minute away from our hotel and the bus driver even shared some Oahu history during the ride! We opted for the five star dinner and it was incredible. We felt like VIPs! Incredible food, the BEST steak I have ever had and delicious champagne. Live Jazz music on our deck and stunning views. Definitely going to do it again next time we visit! I recommend bringing a jacket as it can get pretty windy on the outside deck and indoors is air-conditioned.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/17 |
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A Dinner Cruise in Paradise
Reviewed by: Honeymooners , 2024/02/18Hello everybody,
Let me share our experience (honeymooners) on the 5 Stars Course of that Dinner Cruise with you.
In terms of hospitality, starting from the pick-up crew, to the captains and waitress (many thanks to lovely Jordan), it was just great.
We had an super easy pick up with a bus, where everyone received a sticker depending on the course they’ve booked and then took around 15-30 minutes to get the harbor.
Everyone had a warm welcome with local dance and music in front of the boat while boarding. Once we have taken our seats, we were welcomed with nice champagne and some cheese and ham plate with crackers.
In terms of the food in that day, it was simply amazing and tasty. ESPECIALLY the served meat. Whoever cooked that: genius!
Anyhow, besides food and drinks we got the chance to explore the boat between the food breaks. We had an amazing view on Waikiki/Diamond Head/other boats, even though it was cloudy. It was still very enjoyable. And also we had the great luck to see whales! That was the cherry on top.
Well, besides all of that going on, we had live entertainment (pianist, some Saxophon and some singer - all just awesome). They’ll also take a picture of you, so for 30$ you can purchase them.
In the end, everyone with some special occasion was asked to dance in the middle of the room, which was pretty romantic.
Overall, it was really worth it.
Minus points for:
- photo only available as data file for another 20$ (why?!)
- pretty chilly inside the boat (but guess this depends on the season)
Overall, just great! Would love to board once more in the future.
Thanks everyone!
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| Activity Date: | 2024/02/15 |
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Solid
Reviewed by: BC, 2024/02/09The event began on time with a glass of champagne. I must admit that the food was better than expected. The staff waited to serve each course until we were at the table, as we often went out to take air between courses and take pictures. Would recommend to anyone looking for a short dinner cruise with romantic/relaxing ambiance.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/08 |
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NOVA FIVE STAR, MORE LIKE TEN STARS!
Reviewed by: TravelGoddess , 2024/02/09[Reviewed by HawaiiActivities.com Staff]
Nova Five Star package should be renamed to, 'Ten Star.' The reason being this package was over the top elegant, professional, and accommodating. Each table had their own charcuterie board, which was perfect snack to get the evening started.
The meal was served in an order that was so unique. I had never had sorbet in the middle of a meal, and I'm still dreaming of the texture and flavor. The presentation/ quality of food was very impressive. Each course amazed me more and more!
The music throughout the meal was so relaxing, and set the mood for a delightful evening. If you are looking for an intimate evening with your loved one, this is the package for you!
Mahalo to SOH for going the extra mile to create a magical space!
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Beautiful ambiance and delicious meal!
Reviewed by: Ms.Ems, 2024/02/09[Reviewed by HawaiiActivities.com Staff]
We did the dinner cruise with the Nova Five Star on the 4th deck of the boat and it was a treat and we really had a great time. Their table set up at the Super Nova Room was so beautiful, clean, so organized, and elegant! We had our own private table seating next to the window and we enjoyed the night view even without having to explore the boat.
We thoroughly enjoyed the delicious dinner. The steak was exceptionally tender, and the fresh fruit sorbet was our favorite. The servers provided excellent service as well, and the entertainment complemented the rainy weather, creating a more relaxing atmosphere.
Anyone looking for a romantic celebration on Valentine's Day, Anniversary, or any special occasion, the NOVA Five Star aboard the Star of Honolulu is an ideal choice.
For those seeking for a smaller crowd and more privacy, I would recommend booking the Nova Five Star cruise on Thursdays as it is not as busy as on the weekends.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/10/18 |
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Fun cruise
Reviewed by: Joe Moore, 2024/01/20Food and service was good. Views were outstanding. Nice entertainment.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/12/26 |
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Great Views of The Gorgeous Waikiki
Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/12/30What an evening to celebrate an anniversary! Fabulous food and performers.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/10/17 |
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Pacific Star Buffet Package
Reviewed by: TravelGoddess , 2023/12/22{Reviewed by HawaiiActivities.com Staff}
On 12/19/23 I went on Star of Honolulu, and participated in the Pacific Star Buffet Package. Finding the boat was easy due to it's large size. Walking up we were greeted by real hula dancers, that really set the vibe for the evening. Upon boarding the ship there was staff along the way that assisted in finding your section.
The ship is very large in size, and was so much fun to explore. The top deck was my favorite part, but definitely bring a sweater it can get a bit chilly! I recommend visiting the top deck as the sun is setting for your perfect kodak moment on the water, and once again when it gets' dark to see the beautiful city lights, and view of Diamond Head Crater.
The severs were very studious, and genuine when checking on our table. The buffet line went very quickly, hardly a wait at all! The food was delicious, with many options for all dietary needs. Being mainly plant based I was impressed by all the plant based sides, my favorite was the tofu salad! They even have a vegan patty upon request.
The show, and production was very engaging for the whole family. If you are traveling with a large group including children, I recommend the Pacific Star package there is something for everyone!
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Delicious Food, Great Evening
Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/12/09We would love to munch at this buffet again, everything was so flavorful! The evening was a wonderful experience.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/10/02 |
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Outstanding everyone needs to do this little cruise.
Reviewed by: Robert Riggin, 2023/11/25Professional , courteous clean and food was great experience of a life time. really really good. Entertainment and everything above and beyond approach.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/11/23 |
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Great staff, show, dinner!
Reviewed by: Wilbur Ladd, 2023/10/28Great cruise, all staff, especially our service assistant, were extremely pleasant, professional, and efficient. A very good buffet with carved roast beef, delicious chicken and fish, everything. Fireworks show a bit difficult. In order to see it well people had to run to one side of the ship, not only tilting the ship a bit but making it even more difficult for people who didn't want to dash to the side to see. This was only a minor observation.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/20 |
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Star of Honolulu
Reviewed by: Juan Alvarado , 2023/10/22The perfect sunset cruise! Beautiful view of Honolulu. Great buffet and great crew. Great live music and Luau performance. Nice experience to share with family and friends.
Dinner food was superb also, you get a free drink (Mai Tai) on the house.
The top deck is a great spot for pictures and videos of sunset and Waikiki Beach.
We had such a Great time.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/09/27 |
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Spectacular!
Reviewed by: Joe703, 2023/10/14Definitely the sun set cruise is one of the best , and most beautiful experience we had. Great food , great live music and great and delicious food .
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| Activity Date: | 2023/09/24 |
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A night to remember
Reviewed by: California Dreaming , 2023/10/12We almost didn't make it but they held for us....by the skin of our teeth and the evening was just a blast after that. The food was good, the entertainment was funny and got the audience engaged. The views were spectacular. Had a lot of fun
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| Activity Date: | 2023/10/10 |
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Fun and sun
Reviewed by: Jay , 2023/09/18We had a good time good food and watching the fireworks was great I would do it again
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| Activity Date: | 2023/08/25 |
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Lovely Evening
Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/09/18Great food and great entertainment, just be weary on the boat ride if you get sea sick especially while eating.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/07/22 |
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Very nice dinner & entertainment on Star of Honolulu
Reviewed by: K.F.E., 2023/08/27The food, service, and entertainment were very good. The trip was organized well. Very clean facility and the experience was so enjoyable. We loved the sunset and fireworks while onboard. We'd take friends along on another cruise in the future. This is a great idea for special occasions.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/08/25 |
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Good menu!
Reviewed by: Yes to Hawaii, 2023/08/25The crab was really tasty. Overall, really liked this menu. There's also entertainment on-board. We really liked walking around the boat and the observation deck on the top floor of the boat was my favorite. There were lounge chairs on the top deck so it was the perfect place to catch sunset.
Tips:
-You can do menu substitutions (ex. vegan, fish instead of steak, etc.) if you request it 24-hours prior
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/16 |
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The BEST dinner menu
Reviewed by: Yes to Hawaii, 2023/08/25Absolutely LOVED this dinner menu. We opted for the Friday Fireworks cruise with window seating. And it was worth it! I had done the other menus before (Buffet, Casual, & Deluxe) so I was looking forward to try out the fine dining menu.
The only not-so-great thing was the time it took for us to get any beverages. Our waiter passed us every time. We waited and waited - everyone else around us was being served. Finally, we flagged someone down but even they also took a long time so we had to flag a 2nd person.
The food was so delicious. Would definitely recommend the menu! This options also comes with premium drink tickets. We had mocktails which were delicious.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/06/02 |
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Perfect Friday Night
Reviewed by: Roxanne, 2023/08/20Great food, good entertainment, great view of the fireworks, and ended the cruise with a fun dance party!
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| Activity Date: | 2023/08/18 |
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Lovely!
Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/08/14Really eloquent set up, and a fun evening on vacation! Fun to be on the water compare to the nightly restaurants!
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| Activity Date: | 2023/07/07 |
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