All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

Smaller than luaus we have seen on other islands, but that did not take away from the love the crew puts into it!

it was very educational and all the staff were informative and very nice. I highly recommend it.

Super fun. Lovely ship. Friendly crew. Yummy food. Beautiful dance show. Just do it!

This is my 3rd time coming here over the years, and it never disappoints it just gets better and better. I highly recommend this experience to everyone. Visiting the different islands was both informative and entertaining. Our buffet dinner was suburb with vast food choices. The show HA was spectacular. We thoroughly enjoyed ourself their performance was flawless. Keep up the magnificent work !!

The food and the show were amazing. Above all, the intensity of the fire dance and the power of Michael Jackson's performance left a lasting impression on me.

食事からショーまでさいこーでした。
なんといっても、ファイヤーダンスの迫力、マイケルジャクソンの迫力、全てが記憶に残りました。

17:10 Arrived at the meeting place (the meeting time was noted as 17:15)
~ Waiting while standing for about 40 minutes ~
17:50 Entered the venue
~ Waiting at the seats for about 40 minutes ~
18:30 Guided to go get the buffet
~ Waiting in line for food ~
18:45 Served the first dish on the plate
~ Picking various dishes ~
18:55 Finished getting food and took a seat. Started eating.
19:00 The performance begins
Around 20:00, fireworks go off

◆ Overall, there was a lot of waiting. I brought my elderly parents, and the waiting times really tired them out.
◆ If you're just listening to the performance and singing, I think it's sufficient to stay in the guest room.
◆ For the luau show, there were people staying at the Hilton who watched from the beach outside the venue over a low fence. Honestly, it was easier to see up close than sitting in the golden seats.
◆ As mentioned in other experiences, there are times when it rains, which can be stressful. I found myself wishing, "Please don't let it rain!" Also, the wind was quite strong.
◆ Because of the strong wind, the food got quite cold while I was getting it. Still, the meat dishes were delicious. The menu was limited, and the breakfast buffet at Japanese hotels has more variety. I don't remember everything, but there were about two small cakes for dessert and one type of something like fruit punch.
◆ The golden seats made it quite difficult to see the show. If you're aiming for the show, I think the higher-class Diamond Premier is better.

Choosing this show for my trip to Hawaii was a mistake. I should have skipped this show and opted for a restaurant or TOGO, spending more time on sightseeing in Waikiki or ocean leisure activities. I cannot recommend it to those who find waiting times unbearable or a waste.

The day before, I went on the "Dinner Cruise Star of Honolulu 3 Star," and that was very good.

17:10 集合場所到着（集合時間は17:15と記載あり）
〜立って待機 約40分〜
17:50 会場に入る
〜座席で待機 約40分〜
18:30 ブッフェ取りに行っていいよと案内される
〜料理の順番待ち〜
18:45 最初の料理を皿に盛る
〜色々料理とっていく〜
18:55 料理取り終わり着席。食事開始。
19:00 演奏が始まる
20:00ごろ 花火が上がる

◆とにかくひたすら待つことが多かったです。高齢の親を連れて行ったのですが、待ち時間でとても疲れさせてしまいました。
◆演奏や歌を聴くだけなら、客室にいても十分だと思います。
◆ルアウショーは、ヒルトン宿泊の人なら会場外のビーチから低い柵越しに鑑賞してる人もいました。正直ゴールデンシートに座ってるより近くで良く見えました。
◆他の体験談でもありましたが、雨が降る時があるので落ち着かないです。「お願いだから降らないで〜」と願うストレス、、、あと風が結構強い。
◆風が強いので、料理をとってる間に料理がかなり冷めてしまいます。それでも肉系の料理は美味しかったです。メニューは少なく、日本のホテルの朝食ブッフェの方が種類があります。全部は覚えてないけど、デザートは小さいケーキ？2種とフルーツポンチ？みたいなもの1種くらいでした。
◆ゴールデンシートはショーがかなり見えづらかったです。ショー目当てなら上位クラスのダイヤモンドプレミアがいいと思います。

今回のハワイ旅行で、このショーを選んだことは失敗でした。このショーに行かず、レストランかTOGOにして、もっとワイキキ観光や海レジャーに時間を使った方が良かったです。待ち時間が耐えられない・もったいないと思う人にはとてもお勧めできません。

前日に「ディナークルーズ スターオブホノルル 3スター」も行きましたがこれはとても良かった。

Not only was there hula dancing, but there were also concerts featuring musicians from past generations, which was very enjoyable. Additionally, the fire dance was incredibly impressive! It's definitely worth going!

フラダンスだけでなく歴代のミュージシャンのコンサートも付いていてとても楽しめました。更にはファイヤーダンスも迫力満点！行く価値あります！

Our server, Danny brought great energy and had exceptional hospitality service. Good experience and perfect to enjoy with family.

It was my first cruise, and I had a great time. The only regret was that a hurricane was approaching, so I couldn't see the sunset. Also, the lobster was not as impressive as I expected (laughs). Overall, I think it was good.

初めてのクルーズでしたがとても楽しかったです。
残念だったのがハリケーンが近づいててサンセットが見られなかったのが心残りでした。
それとロブスターがおもってたよりショボかったですね(笑)
まぁ、総合的には良かったと思います。

After a comfortable 30-minute ride, I was able to take a short nap since I was tired from walking all day. Upon arrival, we were welcomed with a gift from the hula girls. While waiting for dinner, we enjoyed cultural activities such as applying tattoo stickers, making leaf bracelets, and weaving fish with leaves, while a Japanese staff member took photos and explained the location. We relaxed with drinks until dinner. The food was delicious, and although the portions were a bit large for women, I felt very satisfied! The show featured several songs performed live by dancers, and we were able to see an impressive fire show at the end, creating a very charming and homely atmosphere. The speed at which the food was served and the flow of the show were very pleasant. It seemed like a comfortable place for families with children or group reservations!

快適な車で約30分ほど揺られて、一日中歩いて疲れていたので少し仮眠を取ることができました。着くとフラガールからシェルレイのプレゼントでお出迎え。ディナーまでの間タトゥーシールやリーフのブレスレット、リーフで魚を編んだりとカルチャーアクティビティをしながら、日本人のスタッフの方が写真を撮ってくれたり、場所の説明をしてくれたりと、ドリンクを飲みながらディナーまでの間をのんびりと過ごしました。食事はどれも美味しく、女性には少し量が多かったですが、とても満足度が高いなと思いました！！ショーも素敵な生歌と共にダンサーが数曲踊り、最後には大迫力なファイアーショーを見ることができて、アットホームな雰囲気でのショーがすごく魅力的でした。料理の出てくるスピードや、ショーの流れもすごく心地よかったです。子供連れや団体での予約でも居心地良く過ごせそうな感じでした！！

Great communication and met our greeter and baggage claim. Easy and carefree.

I went expecting a Japanese magician, but it was a different magician. Still, it was fun. However, I think you can't really enjoy it if you don't understand any English.

日本人のマジシャンを期待して行ったけど違うマジシャンでした。それでも楽しかったです。ただ全く英語が分からないと楽しめないなとは思います。

It starts with a buffet. You can enjoy hula shows, ukulele performances, and hula lessons while you eat. The food was very delicious. A Mai Tai is included as well. After that, we moved to the theater. Although the seats were ordinary, we were seated about three rows from the front, in the middle, so we had a great view. I wasn't expecting much, but we got to see a wonderful show. I thought the Michael Jackson and Elvis impersonators would just be look-alikes, but their singing and dancing were so amazing that I could mistake them for the real deal. I'm really glad I participated in this show. On the way back, I was able to take photos with the cast, and I was very satisfied.

最初にビュッフェから始まります。フラのショーやウクレレの弾き語り、フラレッスンなど、食べている間も楽しめます。お料理はとてもおいしかったです。マイタイ一杯もついています。その後シアターに移動します。普通の席でしたが、前から3番目の真ん中あたりに座れて、とてもよく見えました。そんなに期待していなかったのですが、素晴らしいショーが見られました。マイケルジャクソン、プレスリーは「そっくりさんでしょ」と始まる前は思っていましたが、歌やダンスも本物かと間違うほどに素晴らしく、本当にこちらのショーに参加して良かったです。帰りにはキャストの方々と写真も撮れて、大満足でした。

Our family thoroughly enjoyed the Waimea Valley Luau!
The pre activities were so fun; my son (23 years old) participated in the coconut opening and the palm head cover. He totally embraced the moment.
The area was beautiful! We did the falls and the gardens first.
The drinks were quite festive, and the food was awesome.
The “show” was engaging; I loved the music and dance. And, the fire was very impressive!
I would highly recommend this experience!

It was the best luau show I've ever seen.

The regular luau show part was good, but the Elvis and Michael sections were truly moving.

今まで見たルアウショーの中で1番でした。

通常のルアウショー部分も良かったですが
エルビスとマイケル部分は感動モノでした。

I participated five years ago and had such a great time that this time I joined with my parents and my brother's family, a total of ten people. The view of the Waikiki hotel district from the ocean side was refreshing, and we could see Diamond Head up close. The sunset was incredibly beautiful. The kids and my father had so much fun and were very happy, saying they want to participate again.

This time the waves were high, and I got a little seasick, but that's also a good memory.

5年前に参加し、とても良かったので今回は親と弟家族総勢10名で参加しました。海側から見るワイキキのホテル街も新鮮だし、ダイヤモンドヘッドも近くで見られるし、夕日が沈むのがとても綺麗でした。子供達も父も凄く楽しかった・また参加したいと大喜びでした。
今回は波が高くてちょっと酔ってしまいましたが、それも良い思い出です。

I had a great time enjoying myself and my friend did too. The music was spot on. The candor of the crew was lovely. I highly recommend this cruise!! I would definitely do it again

Amazing time was had by all! The food was great and all of the employees were very friendly and attentive. The show was also amazing especially after all that has happened in Lahaina.

As mentioned in the description, there was an exciting thrill like an attraction. It was very fun with splashes of water. The sunset was beautiful, and I was able to fully enjoy the Hawaiian sea. The explanations during the cruise were only in English, and Japanese was hardly understood. Since there were people from small children to the elderly, I think a wide range of people can enjoy it. Although it says unlimited alcohol, they only provide one type of cocktail, and it seemed difficult to get anything else. Since they serve while navigating, it might be understandable, but it’s quite strong, so be careful not to drink too much.

説明にもあったように、アトラクション的なワクワクドキドキがありました
水しぶきがかかったりして、とても楽しかったです
夕日も綺麗でハワイの海を満喫できました
乗船中の説明は英語のみで、日本語はほとんど通じません
小さい子から年配の方までいらしたので、幅広い方が楽しめると思います
アルコール飲み放題とありますが、提供するのは一種類のカクテルで、その他はなかなかもらえなそうな雰囲気でした
操縦しながらの提供なので仕方ないかもしれないけど、結構キツめなので飲み過ぎ注意です

While waiting at the meeting point, a black Benz arrived about 5 minutes late to pick me up. I was a bit anxious since there was no specific guidance from the driver, but when I showed the reservation screen, they instructed me to get in the car, and we safely arrived at the venue. (I wish the driver had been a bit friendlier… haha.)

Once we arrived at the venue, we had about 30 minutes to spare before it started, so we spent the time playing with tattoo stickers and Hawaiian games. The hula show and dinner began at 6 PM, and I enjoyed delicious food and drinks while watching the beautiful hula and fire shows. The venue was quiet with nothing around, giving it a private feel.

I felt it was a good decision to book this, as it had a more relaxed atmosphere compared to the hula shows at shopping centers or in the heart of Waikiki, allowing us to enjoy it at a leisurely pace.

集合場所で待っていると、5分遅れくらいで、黒のベンツで迎えに来てくれました。運転手から特に案内がなく、この車で合っているか不安でしたが、予約画面見せたら車乗るよう指示してくれて、無事会場に着きました。(もう少し愛想ある方だったらよかったなぁと…笑)
会場着いてからは、始まるまで30分くらい時間があり、タトゥーシールやハワイのゲームなどして過ごしました。18時からフラショーとディナーが始まり、素敵なフラやファイヤーショーを見ながら、美味しいご飯とお酒を楽しみました。会場は、周りに何もなく静かで、貸切感がありました。
ショッピングセンターやワイキキ中心部でやっているフラショーより、落ち着きがある雰囲気でゆっくり楽しめたので、こちらを予約してよかったと思いました。

The luau at Hilton Waikoloa Village was my first experience, and the kalua pork was incredibly delicious. The traditional luau and hula Hawaiian show, although pricey, was definitely worth seeing live. Plus, with the all-you-can-drink option, I ended up drinking a bit too much, but I really enjoyed it. I would love to visit again.

ヒルトンワイコロアビレッジでのルアウは初めてでしたが、カルアポークも非常美味しく、伝統ルアウ＆フラ・ハワイアンショーは、高価ではありますが、生で見る価値満載でした。そして、飲み放題ということもあり、お酒を飲みすぎましたが、非常にエンジョイ出来ました。また、訪れたいですね。

Great experience overall, you will have to walk in ankle deep water so wear appropriate shoes. They offer free drinks and I’m not sure anyone was checking how many we had to I guess it’s unofficially unlimited. Wish it was a little longer of a ride the hour goes quickly

I had a wonderful dinner at Michel's before, so I tried to make a reservation again this time, but it was fully booked. While looking for options for our last dinner in Waikiki, I found this tour. I’m excited to hear that it’s a place used for wedding receptions. The meeting point was easy to find, so we didn’t have to go around to different hotels, making for a smooth transfer. Everyone was dressed up a bit in aloha shirts and dresses.

From the car window, we enjoyed views from the city to the highway and residential areas. While waiting for our meal to be served, which took about an hour, we strolled through the garden, made ti leaf bracelets, got traditional design tattoo stickers, and played some simple games... It was great to spend time leisurely. Since it was a private garden, we felt safe with no one else around except for the tour participants.

It was nice that we received two drink tickets. We could order drinks as soon as we arrived, and having a beer while looking at the garden and water in the evening was the best! There were several options for beer, wine, and other drinks. The meal prepared by the chef from Michel's was delicious, and I reminisced with my husband about our previous experience at Michel's, saying, "Yes, this Caesar salad! This steak sauce!" Both the shrimp and meat were satisfying, giving a more elevated impression compared to the typical barbecue or local cuisine often found on tours. As expected from Watabe Wedding.

Throughout the meal, there was live music, and we enjoyed watching various hula dances while taking in the scenery transitioning from evening to night. With only 14 participants, this hospitality felt luxurious. The show ended with an impressive fire dance and a short hula lesson, filling both our stomachs and hearts. I was a bit anxious because Japanese people don’t seem to know how to cheer during shows, and I thought it would be easier for the performers if there were more clapping and applause, but after all, there were only 14 of us (laughs).

The guide and the staff who served our meals spoke Japanese, which was great. The guide even took individual photos and explained the place, and I was happy they were able to assist despite being busy. I’m considering joining again next time with my elderly parents. Thank you very much!

以前ミッシェルズでの夕食がとても美味しかったので、今回も予約しようとしましたが満席。
ワイキキ最後の夕食をどうしようか探していた際にこちらのツアーを見つけました。
結婚式のレセプションでも使われる場所とのことで期待が膨らみます。
集合場所はわかりやすく一か所だったので、あちこちホテルを回らず、スムーズな移動。
皆さん、アロハシャツやドレスでちょっとおしゃれされてました。
車窓は街中からハイウェイ〜住宅地まで見られて楽しめました。
お食事が出てくるまで１時間ほど、お庭を散策したり、ティリーフで腕輪を作ったり、伝統的デザインのタトゥーシールを貼ってもらったり、簡単なゲームもありました。。。のんびり過ごせたのはとても良かった。
プライベートガーデンなので、ツアー参加者以外にいなくて安心。
ドリンクチケットが２枚付いているのも良心的。
現地に到着早々にドリンクが注文できて、夕方のお庭や水辺を見ながらのビールは最高！ビールやワイン、ドリンクは数種類ありました。
ミッシェルズにいたシェフが作るお食事は、とても美味しく、「そうそう、このシーザーサラダ！このステーキソース！」と以前のミッシェルズでの思い出を夫と話しながらいただきました。
エビもお肉も満足なもので、ツアーにありがちなバーベキューや現地料理的なものから一段上な印象です。
さすがワタベウェディング(^^)
お食事の間ずっと生演奏が流れていて、次々雰囲気の違うフラダンスを見せていただきながら、夕方から夜になっていく景色をゆったり楽しむ。参加者14人でこのおもてなし。。。贅沢だなー(^_^;)
ショーの最後は迫力のファイヤーダンスとフラのショートレッスンもついていて、お腹も心も満たされました。
日本人はショーの盛り上げ方が分からなくて、本当はもっと手拍子や拍手があったほうが演者さんが演りやすいんじゃないかなーとハラハラしたりしましたが、何しろ14人ですからね(笑)
案内の方始め、お食事のサーブをしてくれたスタッフさんは日本語が通じるので、その点も良かった。特に案内の方は個別に写真を取ってくれたり、場所の説明をしてくれたりとお忙しいのに対応してもらえて嬉しかったです。
次回は高齢の両親と参加してもいいかもと思っています
ありがとうございました(^^)

The drinks are all-you-can-drink, but there are no restrooms, so I couldn't drink much. After the fireworks at night, the night view of the sea is beautiful, but it got a bit chilly, so it's better to have a jacket. ^_^

飲み物は飲み放題ですが、トイレがないので、あまり飲めなかったです。
夜の花火の後は、夜の海で夜景は綺麗だけど、少し肌寒くなってきたので、上着があった方が良いです^_^

What a great experience! The crew were professional, fun and knowledgeable.

An amazing experience with an incredible setting combined with great food and drink plus an awesome show. If you plan on going to a luau while visiting Hawaii this is the one to go to. Not at all a commercial tourist trap.

Set along the ocean in historic downtown, it is the best one to experience a slice of Maui’s history. Great food and even better staff. Worth every penny.
Even had exclusive beer from Maui Brewing. They are also giving a share of the cost to help rebuild, very cool.

Everything was so wonderful! Food was AMAZING! Service was OUTSTANDING! The show was BEAUTIFUL! We had the best time and would highly recommend you go and experience this!

The hospitality and employees were incredible. Just awesome experience.

This luau was everything our family could have hoped for. It felt genuine and true to Polynesian history and tradition while still having fun moments and many laughs. The music, dancing, and fire aspects were all top notch. I have also heard that typically the good at luaus is so-so, but the buffet was fantastic as well as the drinks and dessert. Excellent all around. Wish I could give it more than 5 stars!