Reviewed by: Susie
We had an amazing time, I was blown away by the friendly service. Dancers were amazing! I even danced on the stage! One of my dreams came true! If you plan to visit Maui! This is a must do Luau at this place is the best! Locals ask us if we’re going to a Luau and when we told them where we had our reservation. They all say it the best and it was
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| Packages: | General Seating Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/18 |
Reviewed by: mromines
Smith's Garden facilities were very nice and the atmosphere was wonderful. The show was different than Luau's I have seen before.
This show was a showcase of dance routines representing the different migrant groups that arrived in Hawaii. It was a show that my tween most prefered and really enjoyed. Smith's keeps in line with providing an authentic array of cast members, which makes Hawaiian preformances stand ahead from those on the mainland. You will see dancers of all ages and women of all sizes represented. It is not only important for young ones to see a variety of people represented but watching people who don't look like a barbie blowing everyone out of the water is in itself a wonderful experience.
Personally, I like Kalamaku's cohesive Tahitian migration/myth story better. Kalamaku also has a larger male presence which performs at a higher level, which I felt more appealing. That being said, I think Smith's was the right choice for bringing my kid and I appreciate that each show is original. I definitely recommend Smith's luau.
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| Packages: | Show Only Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/14 |
Reviewed by: Pete and Shelley
This was great fun. The food was nice the atmosphere was lovely and the entertainment was awesome. Loved the storyline and all the dancers and entertainers were really good . A great night out
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| Packages: | General Seating Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/31 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The canoe ride was so fun!!! The luau did not have alcoholic bevs tho :(
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/06 |
Reviewed by: alisonflu
This was so fun to do on our honeymoon! They kept the drinks flowing, which was nice! The show was beautiful and we were literally sitting right on the beach & could hear the waves crashing behind us. Almost all the food was gluten free and they were easily able to tell me which two things not to eat to have an entirely GF experience, which really helped me eat safely and confidently without worrying about getting sick since I have Celiac. I would definitely recommend this luau to anyone visiting Maui! PS - we took our leis all the way back home to NC with us because they were so pretty!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/30 |
Reviewed by: North Idahoans
Enjoyed all the performances and the historical/cultural commentary as well. Also enjoyed how the fire dancer interacted with the audience. Beautiful setting surrounding the stage with the fire latterns and ponds. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
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| Packages: | Show Only Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/08 |
Reviewed by: DMF
Disappointed that the falls was not flowing, but the Luau was great. Learning about the hawaiian culture was interesting. The food was delicious and plentiful. The show was fabulous. You will not be disappointed.
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/31 |
Reviewed by: M n M
Prior experience was very elegant. There were pictures taken by the water...Now, they cram as many people as they can. The food is served table buffet - no longer the artfully displayed food. It is still better than most but I won't be back.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/08 |
Reviewed by: Cevallos
Súper recommended, the Chief is a naturally funny person in a very sane way. He talked about family and tge importance of it, also shared some info about different Polynesian Islands. ❤️
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/07 |
Reviewed by: Jenna B
The experience from the beginning to the end was immaculate. The food was great! The show was hilarious and very entertaining! The lei they greet you with is beautiful and handmade just for you! The Mai Tai? GREAT! 10/10 recommend going and seeing Chief’s Luau if you are looking into doing a luau. You and whoever you’re with will love it!
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| Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/07 |
Reviewed by: Shae
We had a great time, celebrated our anniversary! The family that hosted the luau was wonderful and we were impressed with every aspect of the luau. If you are staying on Waikiki beach, be prepared for an hour drive to get there. We didn’t account for that length of time so we didn’t get to appreciate the hiking available beforehand.
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Dee
I sat towards the center tables to the left. I couldnt see anything because the performers sit too low on the stage. Also many people in the front seats (as if they already not happy enough with their view) would stand up and block our view. I missed the fire show. :(
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/11 |
Reviewed by: Traveler21
The Oceanfront Royal Kona Luau was so beautiful. I would definitely recommend for anyone wanting to see a beautiful sunset and a great performance. I absolutely loved the ambiance and the show. The food and food service was just ok and the event felt very touristy, so many people.
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| Packages: | Royal Kona Resort - Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/20 |
Reviewed by: Wong
The host was funny and great knowledge about his own culture and traditions. It’s our first time so I wouldn’t be able to compare with other Luau. The show was about the different Polynesian cultures dance so just not only about the fire dance that gets everyone excited. It shows you the dance and the cultures. The Waimea fall is not flowing right now secondary the drought, ( last time occurred in 1992) so my family was little disappointed that couldn’t see the fall and swim in the pond. Look at bright side, this doesn’t happen all the time and I got to see a waterfall without water. Wished there was some warning ahead and I would have planned differently. Otherwise it was still a nice trail for family to walk.
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] VIP Package: Front Row Seating + Three Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/31 |
Reviewed by: Andrea
The dinner was delicious it was family style, the luau was informative and really cool to see. But I’d say it was over priced like everything in Hawaii
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| Packages: | Standard Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/25 |
Reviewed by: Alondra C
My whole family loved this luau! The fact that it also includes entry to the park is a steal; it's beautiful! Our host was very funny and personable. I loved that they have cultural activities like showing the people attending the luau how to open coconuts, and weave leaves into a headband. The food was good, and the host was giving special shoutouts to people who were celebrating things like anniversaries, graduations, etc. The people who were doing the dances did great! Even my sister that's 3 years old was super entertained. You really get a family feel at this luau; shoutout to the 9-year old kid who was doing some fire dancing as well! It was awesome and I definitely prefer giving my money here than some random resort doing shows. The vibe is 10/10!
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| Packages: | [12:30 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/05 |
Reviewed by: HawaiianEnvy
This was a nice event to scratch off a tourist’s list. Great performances tied to Hawaiian and Polynesian culture. Food was good. Had options for kiddos.
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| Packages: | Ohana Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/18 |
Reviewed by: Mandy
The show was overall good, especially the fire dance at the end. And the chief is quite talented because he needs to run the show, tell jokes and play drums.
Anyway,
This luau is inside the water park, and we use the restroom inside the water park which is a 5 minutes away from the luau place. Before the sun goes down, it’s very hot and sweaty. And we don’t have much space while seating. The experience was not pleasant.
Also, after everyone takes a picture and ready to seat down, they give u a cup of mai tai and takes one of the drink tickets. Don’t take that Mai Tai drink right away, just go to the bar section for the drinks.
And there are one thing I can’t figure it out, before the buffet starts, they showed us a roast pig and said this is gonna be one of the main course tonight. And everyone go line up for the buffet, the only dish pork-related is the pull pork which has nothing to do with the roast pig for sure. And they didn’t cut the roast pig in front of everyone. It looks like the roast pig is one of the actor for the luau.
For the price we are paying, we expect more.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/05 |
Reviewed by: Th56
This was an all day tour and we’ll worth doing the deluxe package. Wes was our driver. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Even though it rained we still got to see sights from the bus! Polynesian culture center was outstanding. I thought I was getting luau but it was a buffet. But the Breath of Life show was worth the whole day!! Outstanding!!!! Highly recommend adding this to your package!
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| Packages: | Premium Package: Sightseeing Tour, Islands of Polynesia Admission, Dinner & Show |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/23 |
Reviewed by: Mama of 2
The friendly staff and outgoing nature of the performers kept my husband and I engaged and satisfied the entire time! Great outdoor space for the little ones! Can’t beat the view!!! Definitely worth the trip to roam the legendary grounds of The Royal Hawaiian.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/25 |
Reviewed by: Mary
LOVED our experience. Everything was amazing! Due to no rainfall/drought the waterfall wasn’t flowing but the views were still Beautiful!
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| Packages: | [12:30 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/15 |
Reviewed by: Jackie
Had a great time the show was good and the food was great
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/22 |
Reviewed by: Brian
This was my families first Luau, and it didn't disappoint. The food was very good, and the show was entertaining. We were apprehensive about taking our 19-month-old to a 3-hour dinner show, but she loved it and only passed out just before dessert. We highly recommend the Feast at Lele.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/18 |
Reviewed by: Lily S
The Luau is great! Many food options and authentic Hawaiian food too!! The show was very informative and exciting to watch during the Luau. We enjoyed it very much!
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| Packages: | Ohana Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/11 |
Reviewed by: Domiking77
This luau was amazing. The food was great. The show/dance was great as well. The fire show was amazing. Im so glad i booked this Luau. Its right on the beach, at sunset.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/18 |
Reviewed by: Tonette
The pre-show activities ? None of those happened.
I was really looking forward to experience their culture but NO. When we got there, we were welcomed (speech and all that) then lined up for food and drinks then the show started.
I paid for a VIP royal package expecting my experience will be smooth… The only distinction between VIP and non VIP is the table arrangement and priority line for food but doesn’t apply if you wanna get drinks… which was very inconvenient.
Bottom line, I didn’t get my money’s worth.
Hope this helps.
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| Packages: | Royal Package w/ Pick-up: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/29 |
Reviewed by: Conchitia Leeis
Our party of 11 truly enjoyed this Luau! The Chief Luau offers fun, entertainment,information and good food!! The performers were top notch and so much fun to watch!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/18 |
Reviewed by: Dody
This Lua was wonderful! We were treated like royalty and had a very perfect night!
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| Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/18 |
Reviewed by: Ivy
I absolutely loved this Luau. The Chief was so funny and enjoyable. I highly recommend going to see Chief's Luau. This was my first Luau so I don't have anything to compare it to but I doubt it gets much better than this.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/15 |
Reviewed by: Deanna
So much fun, so much culture and so much delicious food! My boyfriend and I left such happier people - well fed and high spirited. Everyone needs to experience the Chief's Luau. We can't wait to come back and enjoy it again. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/17 |
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