All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

I was wondering if the food wouldn't be good because it's a buffet, but the quality is high! The whole roasted pig and roast beef are really delicious. The show was also amazing, and the venue was lively, it was the best!

ブュッフェだからご飯が美味しくないのかなーと思っていたら、質が高いです！豚の丸焼き、ローストビーフも本当に美味しい。ショーもすごく会場が盛り上がり最高でした！

This was our second visit to the center and we enjoyed it as much as we did the first time. The guides were very friendly, knowledgeable and aware of each of our needs. The young performers were excited about their culture and were full of energy and joy as they shared their culture with us. The luau was very good and the show was excellent. A very enjoyable family activity. We would highly recommend thie Polynesian Cultural Center as s part of your Oahu experience.

The entertainment and activities were excellent!!
The young entertainers were very enthusiastic and had so much energy. We enjoyed this luau very much.

There were about two groups of Japanese participants, and most were from Europe and America. Unfortunately, it was a cloudy day, and it rained shortly after departure, but just before sunset, the sun peeked out, and although it wasn't a complete double rainbow, we could see one over the ocean. Your feet will definitely get wet, but it might be good to expect that getting wet from the rain can happen. When I went, there weren't any waves splashing onto the boat. You can store your bags and shoes on the back of the chairs, so that's fine. If you want to enjoy it even more, joining in with the European and American vibe can make it quite fun. The staff also helped to liven things up, and the cheerful music playing was a nice touch.

日本人参加者は2組程度、ほとんどが欧米の方でした。あいにくの曇り空で、出発直後に雨が降りましたが、日没直前に太陽がのぞき、洋上に完全ではないですが、ダブルレインボーが見えました。足は確実濡れますが、こんな風に雨で濡れることもあるのは想定した方が良いかもしれないですね、波が船にかかるって濡れる事はわたしのときはなかったです。荷物や靴は椅子の背もたれに入れられるので大丈夫ですよ。より一層楽しむなら欧米人のノリにのっかると、結構楽しくなってきます。スタッフも盛り上げてくれるし、ご機嫌な音楽も流れているのが良かったせです。

First and most important to me was the kindness and concern for my safety. The guys were perfect gentleman and treated me like I was their family. The sail was breathtaking! They went above and beyond to give us an experience we will not forget. It was beautiful and my pictures actually came out great! Thank you for a special memory. I would recommend this trip to everyone! Don’t hesitate to book this trip it will not disappoint you.

Swaying with the boat, holding my third Mai Tai, the sunset with Diamond Head and the Waikiki skyline in the background was amazing.

船の揺れに身をまかせ、3杯目のﾏｲﾀｲを片手に、ﾀﾞｲｱﾓﾝﾄﾞﾍｯﾄﾞとﾜｲｷｷのﾋﾞﾙ群をﾊﾞｯｸに見た夕日は最高、感度ものでした。

I decided to participate because the reviews were good. Although the reviews about the food weren't very positive, it was actually quite delicious.

I opted for the deluxe option with crab, but it seemed that the boiled crab wasn't ready in time, so we had to wait quite a bit—about 20 minutes.

The show was very impressive, and I heard that mainly students perform, but the quality was quite high.

It takes about an hour from Waikiki, but it's worth the trip.

Additionally, I learned that international students work as staff to help fund their studies, so I encourage everyone to give it a try!

口コミも良かったので参加しました。
食事に関しては口コミあまり良くなかったけど普通に美味しかったです。
※蟹が付いたデラックスにしたのですが、蟹のボイルが間に合わなかったようでかなり待ちました。20分くらい

ショーは非常に迫力があり学生さん達が主に出演してるとの話でしたがクオリティはかなり高かったです。

ワイキキからだと1時間程度かかりますが、行く価値ありです。

また、留学生がスタッフを務めて資金の足しにしているとの事でしたので皆様も是非体験してみてはどうでしょうか？

Previously, I boarded the Mai Tai Catamaran to see the sunset sinking on the horizon. I was moved then, so this time I boarded to watch the Friday fireworks at Hilton. Since Hilton Village is my regular accommodation, I had been watching the Friday fireworks from the beach and poolside in front of Hilton Village, but seeing the fireworks from the sea was something special. I sat on the port side, but when we started moving, I realized we were facing the opposite side of the beach and thought I might have made a mistake. However, we stopped facing the fireworks venue, so I had a good view. If you sit close to the bow, prepared to get splashed by the waves, you can see the fireworks well. The crew only spoke English but were kind. Because of that, I ended up drinking quite a bit—Mai Tai, beer, and white wine—and then I needed to go to the restroom, which was a bit of a problem. Upon closer inspection, I noticed there was a window on the port side, and when I went to check it out, I found that it was the restroom.

以前、水平線に沈む夕日を見にマイタイ・カタマラン号に乗船しました。その時も感動しましたので、今回はヒルトンの金曜花火を見るために乗船しました。ヒルトンビレッジが常宿なので金曜花火はヒルトンビレッジ前の浜辺やプールサイドから見ていましたが、海上から見る花火はまた格別でした。左舷の席に座りましたが、走り出すと浜辺と反対側と気づき失敗したかなと思いましたが、花火会場に舳先を向けて止まったのでよく見えました。波を被るのを覚悟で舳先近くに座れば花火がよく見えます。クルーは英語しか話せませんが親切でした。そのためマイタイ、ビール、白ワインと結構飲んでしまいトイレに行きたくなり困ってしまいました。よく見ると左舷に窓があり、そこに潜る人を見つけ、見に行くとそこがトイレでした。

Since it was a VIP course, we started in a lounge-like area with Mai Tais and self-service snacks (such as prosciutto with pineapple, fruit skewers with melon, macadamia nuts, and potato chips). After that, we moved to our dining seats and enjoyed a course meal. We had informed Veltra in advance that we were bringing our one-year-old daughter, so a seat for her was also prepared.

During the meal, our daughter was able to participate in a treasure hunt game, which made her happy as she could walk around the venue (sitting still for the entire meal would have been boring for a one-year-old).

After the meal, the show began. With the VIP course, we could watch the show from our dining seats (on the first floor) while continuing to enjoy our drinks. For the regular course, it seemed that guests finished their meals outside the venue before entering the second-floor seating.

The show started with hula dancing, followed by an Elvis Presley impersonation show, a Michael Jackson impersonation show, and finally, fire dancing and hula dancing. All of it was wonderful, and we had a great time. I'm not sure if the quality of the Michael impersonation was high, but it was enjoyable nonetheless.

Last year, we watched a hula dance show at the Polynesian Cultural Center, which was a more traditional show that showcased Hawaiian culture without any sexy costumes (and that was good in its own way). In contrast, this show was a complete entertainment show with sexy and beautiful hula costumes, and it also allowed for a lively rock atmosphere, making us feel like we were in America! While I didn't know many of the songs, I still had a lot of fun.

Since there is a rock segment, the time for hula dancing isn't very long, so if you want to focus solely on hula dancing, I would recommend other shows. However, if you want to enjoy both American-style music and hula dancing, this show is highly recommended. The location is also at the Royal Hawaiian Center, so for those staying in Waikiki, it's within walking distance, which is a great point for efficient use of time.

VIPコースでしたので、初めにラウンジのようなところでマイタイとセルフサービスのおつまみ（生ハムパイナップル、メロン等の果物串、マカデミアナッツ、ポテトチップス）をいただきました。
それから、各自食事の席まで移動し、コース料理をいただきました。
我が家は1歳の娘連れであることをベルトラさんを通して事前に伝えていたため、娘の席も用意していただいていました。
食事の間に娘は宝探しゲームに参加させていただき、会場を歩くことができて喜んでいました。（1歳の娘にとって食事中ずっとイスに座っているのは退屈なので）

食事が終わると、ショーが始まります。
VIPコースは食事の席（1階席）でそのまま観覧するため、引き続き飲み物を飲みながら見ました。
普通のコースだと、会場の外で食事を終えてから2階席に入場していたようです。

ショーはフラダンスから始まり、エルビスプレスリーの（ものまね）ショー、マイケルジャクソンの（ものまね）ショー、最後にファイヤーダンスとフラダンスという感じで進みました。
どれもとても素敵で、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。
マイケルのものまねのクオリティーが高かったのかどうかは謎ですが（笑）、楽しめたのでありだと思います。

昨年はポリネシア・カルチャーセンターのフラダンスショーを見ましたが、そちらは、セクシーな衣装などはなしでハワイの文化をしっかり見せる正統派なショーという感じでした。（それはそれでよかったです）
それに対してこちらは完全なエンターテイメントショーで、フラダンスの衣装もセクシーで素敵で、同時に、ロックで盛り上がることもでき、「アメリカにきたって気がする！（笑）」という気分を味わうことができました。
知っている曲は多くありませんでしたが、それでもとても楽しめました。

ロックの時間がある分、フラダンスの時間は長くありませんので、フラダンスだけをじっくり見たい方は他のショーをお勧めしますが、アメリカっぽい音楽もフラダンスも両方楽しみたい方にはお勧めです。
場所もロイヤルハワイアンセンターなので、ワイキキに宿泊している方は徒歩で行けますので、時間が効率的に使えるのも良い点ではないでしょうか。

The cocktails were delicious, and the lady who made them was cute, so I ended up drinking a bit too much. The food was also tasty, and I enjoyed the dessert as well! The meat they served was tender, and the poke was delicious. The red bread was a bit on the sweet side, but it was fluffy. The pudding and tapioca desserts might be a bit too sweet for those who aren't fond of sweet flavors, but the papaya was delicious.

I watched the hula show feeling a bit tipsy, and the fire dance was incredibly powerful; it was the best show I've seen so far! I'm very satisfied.

カクテルが美味しくて、作ってくれたお姉さんも可愛くて、ついつい飲み過ぎました。
食事も美味しくて、デザートまで堪能しました！取り分けてくれるお肉は柔らかいし、ポキも美味しかったです。赤いパンはちょっと甘めでしたが、フワフワ。デザートのプリンやタピオカは甘いのが苦手な人にはキツいかもしれませんが、パパイヤは美味しかった。
ほろ酔い気分で観たフラショーですが、ファイアーダンスは大迫力で、今までに観たショーの中では最高でした！
大満足です

ショーはとても素晴らしく、印象的でした。ビュッフェスタイルのディナーの質には少し失望しましたが、ショーの素晴らしさがそのマイナスポイントをカバーしていました。

Show was very great and impressive.
The quality of buffet style dinner was little bit disappointed, but perfection of the show covered it's minus point.

I made a reservation for the last day in Hawaii on Friday. I was really looking forward to it, but… there was no information about when, what, or where things were happening. It seems there was live music, but in the end, I couldn't see or hear anything.

The dinner buffet guests were on the 1st and 2nd floors, while the appetizer guests were on the 3rd floor. After boarding, we were taken to the 1st floor, and seating was free, but there was no guidance on that either, so everyone was just wandering around aimlessly.

For some reason, it seemed that non-Japanese guests had arrived early and had already taken the window seats and were eating. I had also made a reservation for a children's chair since I was attending with a small child, but since there was no assigned table, they didn't bring it until I asked. The child was really looking forward to the hula dance, so it was truly disappointing.

In the end, I couldn't see it, but after watching the fireworks, I caught a glimpse of guests who seemed to be feeling good after drinking and were dancing with the dancers, which felt like the atmosphere of a bar or club. The fireworks and night view were beautiful, but it was really disappointing.

金曜日のHawaii最終日に予約しました
とても楽しみにしていたのですが…
いつ・なにを・どこでしているのかも案内すら無く
生演奏もしていたようですが結局見ることも聞くことも出来ませんでした
ディナービュッフェの客は1F2Fアペタイザーの客は3F
乗船後1Fに通され席も自由席でしたがその案内も無く、ただただみんなウロウロゴソゴソするばかり
何故か？日本人以外の客は早々に来ていたようで窓際の席に陣取りすでに食事をしている状態
小さな子供も連れての参加で事前に子供椅子の予約もしていましたが…
テーブルが決まっているわけでもないので言うまで持ってきてくれず
子供がフラダンス等とても楽しみにしていたのに本当に残念でした
結局は見れなかったのですが…最後花火を見終わりちらっと見た感じでは
飲んで気分が良くなったお客さんがダンサーと共に踊って楽しんでいる…
と言うその辺のバーやクラブのノリでした
花火や夜景は綺麗だったのに本当に残念でした。

We departed about an hour before sunset and quickly headed out to sea. With a drink included in the price, we enjoyed the beautiful Hawaiian sunset. I would love to go again on my next trip.

夕日の落ちる約１時間前に出発し、あっという間に沖へ。料金に含まれているドリンク片手に美しいハワイのサンセットを楽しみました。また旅行の際は乗りたいです。

I knew it was going to be a long day so we chose to arrive sometime around 2 P.M.. We Turned in our voucher for real tickets which I was surprised to see a dinner was included with the "HA" show. We checked out the village map and located the villages we wanted to visit. Staff were very friendly, and helpful. The Center is very well maintained ,very clean. After dinner we decided we weren't staying for the show. We had been to Chief's Luau 3 days prior and the Tropical Farms tour right before the Center, both had fire dancer's .I know from the reviews "HA is a great show but the night trip back to our hotel was not going to be easy. It would have been dark and scary.. As it turns out, we were back at our hotel 30 minutes before the show would have started. For us , it was the right choice.

Not one single conplaint! Everyone that attended spoke so highly of the entertaining and hospitable host.

The sailing vessel was very impressive and incredibly well maintained and professionally operated. I am a sailing enthusiast and this catamaran was extremely smooth and well built to service a delightful dinner event. The crew was attentive, while also allowing the guests to enjoy their cruise and take in the beauty of Waikiki. The cruise had a personal ambience to it while accommodating the 25 to 30 guests that were on our specific sailing. We did not feel crowded at all, and it was nice to not feel like a “herd” of guests on those double decker party cruises. The food was tasty and filling. We did get to enjoy actually sailing on the main and the jib, and we only motored for a very short time. There is something magestic and almost spiritual about sailing on the sea. The cobalt blue water beneath, and the gentle trade winds so effortlessly powering the huge sails is an experience to treasure.

The only encouragement that I would make to the Makani experience is to provide some gentle Hawaiian music on top where the forward trampoline is. Most guests enjoyed staying forward on the trampoline, and the music only played below in the bar/covered seating area.

We chose to have the Makani pick us up from our hotel and the driver and vehicle were very professional. We recommend this option as it made the entire experience effortless. I would definitely do this activity again. It was worth the time and was a good value.

Unfortunately, we couldn't see a beautiful sunset due to the cloudy weather, but the night view and fireworks visible from the sea were great. The boat sways quite a bit, and if you're prone to motion sickness, it might be tough for you.

残念ながら曇りだったため綺麗なサンセットは見られませんでしたが、海から見える夜景と花火はよかったです。
船は結構揺れて長時間乗っているので酔いやすい方は辛いかもしれません。

It was a fun stage not just for dining and watching the show, but also featuring interactive events! There was a practice time for hula dancing, a contest where randomly selected guests were invited on stage to blow a conch shell (or something like that?), and opportunities to dance with the performers—there was so much going on. The hula dancers showcased various patterns of dance. The English MC was explaining things, but it was a bit fast and hard to understand... Still, I enjoyed it thoroughly. The fire dance was amazing!

The meal had a Hawaiian flair, and it was nice that it wasn't overly extravagant. The fish dish was the most delicious.

ただ食事をしてショーを見るだけでなく、参加型イベントもある楽しいステージでした！
フラダンスの練習タイムがあったり、お客さんの中からランダムにステージに上げられて、ホラ貝（のようなもの？）を吹くコンテストがあったり、ダンサーと一緒に踊ったり、盛りだくさんです。
フラダンスは様々なパターンのダンスを見せてくれます。
英語のMCで説明していたようですが、早口でよくわからず、、、
それでも十分楽しめました。
ファイヤーダンスは最高でしたね！

お食事はハワイらしい内容で、豪華すぎなくて良かったです。
お魚料理が一番美味しかったです。

This catamaran cruise this evening was an unforgettable experience! We have been coming to Oahu for over 15 years as a couple (this is our 25th wedding anniversary trip) and have never seen Honolulu and Waikiki from a boat tour before. The Makani was an excellent first-time experience: Well captained and crewed, this vessel holds people above and below deck. It has a head (bathroom) that is easily accessible before or during the voyage. The crew did a nice job with the meal and beverage service, were on top of all the ship and passenger details, and readily and easily answered our questions. We sat topside in the front on bean bag canvas seats by the webbing and thoroughly enjoyed the view of the boat, the water, and the sunset and coastline. It was fun to sail as far as Diamond Head and see the lighthouse, as well as Koko Crater. Also, the hotel pickup and dropoff was a nice experience. The suggestions on attire were right on track. We would someday like to try the Friday night fireworks cruise!

I'm glad I participated because the bus guide taught us various things about Hawaii. It was great that they carefully pointed out recommended spots along the way. For first-timers, it might be a good idea to join this tour early on.

Once we arrived, the bus guide's job was done, so it's best to listen carefully to what they have to say.

The park is relatively large, but the dining and show areas are close together, so you won't get lost. There are various food options, and I really enjoyed it. The crab was packed with meat and very satisfying.

After the meal, it was time for the show. Be careful not to stray from your companions as it gets dark during the move. The show lasted over an hour, but it ended in no time. The performances were spectacular, especially the fire dance, which was amazing.

After the show, we took the bus back home. It was a bit concerning since we were separated from the people we came with and it was dark around us, but the driver was kind. Although he was a foreigner, he spoke to us in Japanese and dropped us off close to our hotel when we told him where we were staying.

I think this tour is definitely worth experiencing at least once.

バスガイドさんがハワイのいろんなことを教えてくれるので参加してよかったです。道中もおすすめポイントを丁寧に教えてくれるのがとてもよかったです。初めての人は前半に組んでおくといいかもしれません。
そんなバスガイドさんとも着いたらお仕事終了なのでしっかり話を聞いた方がいいです。

園内は割と広いですが、食事とショーの場所は近いので迷うことはないです。
食事はいろんなものがあり、結構楽しめます。カニは身がずっしり入ってて食べ応えがありました。

食事が住んだらショーの時間へ。移動中はあたりが暗くなっているのでお連れの方と逸れないように注意してください。
ショーは1時間以上ありましたがあっというまに終わりました。大迫力の演技、特にファイヤーダンスは凄かったです。

ショーのあとはバスに乗って帰宅。行き一緒だった人たちとバラバラで、周りも暗いので不安でしたが、ドライバーさんが優しかったです。外国の方でしたが、日本語で言ってくれたり、ちゃんとホテルを告げたら近くで降ろしてくれました。

一度は行っておいていいかなと思えるツアーでした。

First, the buffet meal! It was very delicious (^^)v If you go for the deluxe option, you get one plate, but it comes with crab~! I highly recommend it~

The show was very impressive, and I felt like I was being drawn into the dance! The seats in the center are the best for viewing! This is also recommended~

When you go to Hawaii, this is definitely a place you want to visit! I want to go again next time!

まずはお食事のブッフェ！
とってもおいしかったです(^^)v
デラックスにすると1皿だけど…カニがつきますょ～！おすすめです～

ショ－とっても迫力があり躍りに吸い込まれていく感じです！
お席も中央は１番観やすい！
これもおすすめ～

ハワイに行ったら！必ず訪れたい場所ですね！
また次回も行きたいです！

I watched from the second floor with a simple ticket without a meal. As expected from a professional. Both Michael and Presley had high quality performances. The show ended in the blink of an eye.

食事なしのシンプルなチケットで2階席で見ました。さすがプロですね。マイケルもプレスリーも、クオリティ高いです。あっという間にショーが終わっちゃいました。

I made a reservation for a premium seat to remember my last night in Hawaii. The show was very impressive, but it was difficult to understand because the MC spoke in English. The food had a wide variety, and I was satisfied with that.

However, there was one point that I was not happy about. Even though we took the front row table, the staff asked us in English to give it up to a couple who arrived later, and they forcibly took the seat of my 3-year-old grandchild. Despite having paid for my grandchild's ticket, they suggested that he sit on his parent's lap, which I found unacceptable. I went to speak to another staff member in broken English.

In the end, thanks to the consideration of other staff, the people sitting next to our family moved over, allowing my grandchild to have a seat. However, the staff's insistence and the language barrier turned my last night in Hawaii into a bitter memory. I feel regretful that I couldn't speak English fluently.

ハワイ最後の夜を思い出にとプラミアム席で予約しました。
ショーは大変見応えがありましたが、ＭＣの方が英語だったので理解しにくかったです。食事は、種類が多く満足でした。
しかし、納得いかなかった点が1点、テーブルの最前列を取ったにも関わらず、会場のスタッフの方から英語で後から来たカップルに譲るように言われ、3歳児の孫の席を強引に取られてしまいました。孫の料金も支払ったにも関わらず、親の膝の上にと言っているようで納得いかず他のスタッフの方に片言の英語で言いに行きました。
結局、他のスタッフの計らいで私たち家族の隣にいた人たちにずれてもらった為、孫も席に座ることができましたが、会場のスタッフの方の強引さと言葉の壁にハワイ最後の夜が苦い思い出になってしまいました。英語が流暢に話せたらと悔しい気持ちです。

This is my second time participating, having joined for the first time two years ago. I wanted my friend to experience it, so I participated on the last day of our stay, just like last time. We were able to see a sunset over the sea without clouds and a large rainbow over Ka'ena Point. It was my first time seeing such a big and vivid rainbow. After the sunset, there was a party on the boat. It was a lot of fun, and I'm sure it will be a memorable experience. I highly recommend it.

二年前に初めて参加して今回２回目です。
友人に体験させたくて前回と同様、滞在最終日に参加しました。雲のない海に沈むサンセットとカイマナヒラにかかる大きなレインボーがみられました。初めてみました。こんなに大きなくっきりとした虹。サンセットのあとは船上パーティー。これは楽しいです。きっと思い出に残ると思います。おすすめです。

There were many performers, and it was a very powerful dance show. It had a story format, which made it different from other luaus.

パフォーマーの人数が多く、とても迫力のあるダンスショーだった。ストーリー仕立てで他のルアウとは違った演出だった。

Rock and hula. I couldn't imagine what kind of show it would be as I checked in. I was guided to a tent next to the reception where they offered a welcome drink, and I was asked if I wanted a Mai Tai cocktail or a non-alcoholic version. During and before the meal, dancers from the main show entertained us with singing and dancing. The food was delicious, and the whole roasted pig was exquisite. You can order drink refills from your seat and pay on the spot. The show itself was of high quality, allowing you to enjoy hula, rock, Polynesian, and pop music. I think it's a show you definitely should see.

ロックとフラ。どんなショーになるのか想像もつかないまま受付。
受付横のテントに案内されてウェルカムドリンクのマイタイはカクテルとノンアルコールを聞いてくれる。食事の前や食事中も、本編に出演しているダンサーが歌や躍りで盛り上げてくれる。食事も美味しく、豚の丸焼きは絶品でした。ドリンクのおかわりは座席で注文し、その場で支払いです。
ショーも完成度が高く、フラ、ロック、ポリネシアン、ポップスすべて堪能できます。是非見てほしいショーだと思います。

My husband and I had so much fun on the catamaran...the view we had at sunset was absolutely amazing! The crew was friendly and very welcoming.

What a great night to finish off our trip to Waikiki, the show was very entertaining showcasing various cultures from the South Pacific and the food was great, a good mix of traditional and exotic, compere for the evening was excellent.

Loved it. Luau Buffett Dinner excellent. Cast members made it so much fun. Cocktails spot on.
Really enjoyed the Show - will be recommending to my friends

I tend to get motion sickness, so I took some anti-nausea medication, but I still ended up feeling sick because of the strong winds. We set sail to coincide with the sunset, but unfortunately, clouds covered the sky at sunset, and we could barely see the sun. I understand that activities like this are affected by the weather, so I know it's difficult, but it was a bit disappointing.

車酔いなどしやすいので酔い止めは飲んでいきましたが、風が強かったのもあり酔ってしまいました。
また、サンセットの時間に合わせて出航したものの、サンセットの時間には雲がかかり太陽がほぼ見えない状態でした。天候に左右されるアクティビティのため難しいとは思いますが、少し残念でした。