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: 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: Pete and Shelley
Vicky our tour guide was awesome, knowledgable and managed to ensure we had an amazing time visiting different areas and also rearranging stops if other activities were unavailable due to weather . Coming from England meant I have to put faith in other peoples reviews of the circle island tours and 100% no regrets. Loves every minute
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| Packages: | Waikiki Hotels & Honolulu Cruise Ship Pier Departure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/23 |
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: Tennessee Travelers
Get there early for sure. Games and activities were fun. Make sure to watch the pig coming out of the ground! Food was good but not great but the show during and after dinner was really good. Left there not regretting spent the money.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/21 |
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: Tammy Gaiter
Beginning with our pickup, through drop off, our trip was fantastic. Our tour guide was the best. Our first stop was to see city sights and he allowed us time for pictures along with him taking our group pictures. The battleship was fascinating and of course Pearl Harbour was very touching. Great tour.
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| Packages: | [7:30 AM] Waikiki Departure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/30 |
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 |
Reviewed by: Priscilla
Service was great! We loved the show. Drinks are not weak! Lol
The food was good but not great in my opinion.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/15 |
Reviewed by: あきサンタ
I reserved a front-row seat. The host only spoke in English, so I couldn't understand anything they were saying... but I knew this in advance and could get the vibe, so I accepted that. The problem was the food.
After the drinks were served, the appetizer? It was served in a bento box-like container, and it was bad. Then we were served a plate with a mix of chicken, beef, and pork. Not many people around me finished their meals. We paid nearly 100,000 yen for this meal. What a letdown. The show itself was only good during the last 15 minutes. I was glued to the fire dance, but before that, it was a bit dull.
I booked this hoping my kids, who are visiting Hawaii for the first time, would feel the essence of Hawaii, but I'm not sure if it was worth the hefty price.
前列席確約を予約。司会は英語オンリーだったから全く何を話してるか分からない…でもこれは前もって知っていたし雰囲気で分かるから良しとしても…問題は食事。
ドリンクがでたあと前菜?弁当箱みたいなので提供されますが、これが不味い。そのあとに提供されるのが鶏肉&牛肉&豚肉?の3種盛みたいなプレート。回りの人も完食してる人はあまりいなかった。3人で10万近く支払ってこの食事かぁ。がっくり。ショー自体は最後の15分間だけ良かった。ファイヤーダンスは釘付けで見てましたが、それまでは少々眠たくなるくらい。
ハワイ旅行がはじめての子供達にハワイを感じてほしくて予約したけど大金はらってまで行く価値があるかは微妙。
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| Packages: | 前列席確約プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/08 |
Reviewed by: まさひろ
I only attended the show without dinner. The staff were all wearing masks, but most of the guests were not, so I made sure to wear my mask and used hand sanitizer before and after the show to minimize risk. I also prepared extra masks just in case, as I was a bit concerned about droplets from the outside.
As a note, as of August 2022, a negative PCR test certificate is required for entry into Japan, so I acted a bit cautiously, but I think it's definitely possible to enjoy the experience if you take the necessary precautions. Of course, I was able to return home safely with a negative test result.
ディナーなしのショーのみに参加しました。
スタッフの皆さんはマスクをしていますが、鑑賞しているお客さんはほとんでどマスクしていないので、リスク回避のためにしっかりマスクして、携帯用の消毒薬でショーの前後で消毒するなどの対策をして楽しみました。マスクも一応外側の飛沫が気になるくらいではあるので、替えを用意しています。
前提として、22年8月時点で日本入国にはPCR陰性証明が必要になるなど、すこし注意深く行動しましたが、対策をとっていれば十分楽しめると思います。
勿論、検査結果陰性で無事帰国できています。
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| Packages: | ショーチケット(2階席) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/07 |
Reviewed by: Debbie
We had a fun time! Good storytelling, singing, and hula dancing! Would recommend!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/12 |
Reviewed by: Kate
A great experience for the whole family. The show had a variety of dances and songs; and the performers were great. Also, being right on the beach with the sunsetting over the water and the lights of the cityscape in the night sky, it made for some beautiful pictures. We would definitely do it again.
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| Packages: | Premium Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/14 |
Reviewed by: Portia
Amazing . The food was awesome along with the music and vibe
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/20 |
Reviewed by: The Schwartz Family
This tour was fantastic and our tour guide Nani was awesome! He was very knowledgeable, told us great stories and was funny and entertaining! We learned alot about Pearl Harbor and saw some memorable landmarks! I would highly recommend this tour!
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| Packages: | [7:30 AM] Waikiki Departure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/09 |
Reviewed by: J Yeung
Great night and something fun for everyone, including our six year old. We loved the atmosphere, the hospitality, the thoughtfulness that was put into the evening's program and food. The servers were attentive and accommodating. The dancers were amazing. We had a wonderful time and we highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/07 |
Reviewed by: ホノカ
I didn't have any concerns about infection since we were all facing the same direction watching the show or eating quietly. When you show your voucher at the entrance, you receive a card. The card has $20 loaded onto it, which can be used for drinks or shopping at the concession stand. You can enjoy some leisurely activities while waiting for the show to start, like riding in a canoe. The teriyaki chicken was delicious.
同じ向きを向いてショーを見ていたり黙食をしていたので感染の不安はありませんでした。バチュラを入口で見せるとカードがもらえます。そのカードに20ドル分入っていました。ドリンクや売店で買い物をする時に使えます。カヌーに乗せてもらったりショーが始まるまでの時間ものんびり遊びながら過ごせます。食事は照り焼きチキンのようなのは美味しかったです。
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| Packages: | オーキッドプラン(中央席) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/04 |
Reviewed by: Kiki
The food is ok, the show is extraordinary! Totally worth it!
I’ll purchase again when revisiting Hawaii
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/07 |
Reviewed by: Vanessa
This was an amazing experience definitely a must see show the chief was so funny and the dancer were really good, will definitely recommend to other! The show was very organized and the food was great!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/17 |
Reviewed by: Karen
It was our second time after 12 years and still is a great experience. Warm welcome to all the staff and very knowledgeable.
Worth the price too.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/04 |
Reviewed by: Melissa
Overall a great evening. Missing pig ceremony is the only regret.
Dancers and fire workers were all very good.
Wish they would have had table appetizers like a few years ago. They did not offer Lei for purchase. When we asked valet for a Lei they were rude and said for guests only.
Location was pretty but no view of ocean.
Food was nicely presented and tasty.
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| Packages: | Standard Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/06 |
Reviewed by: Val
I think more variety of food, the free alcoholic needs more alcohol. The guy who goes around collecting trash missed us not once but twice. We waved at him several times but he still missed us.
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| Packages: | Original Package with Transportation: 2 Drinks & Shell Lei |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/05 |
Reviewed by: Ari
Such an amazing experience! I definitely would go again
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/13 |
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Aloha Val, I'm sorry we didn't have enough of a variety of food to your liking. We couldn't serve you a completely authentic Hawaiian food buffet because you probably wouldn't eat it. We had to do more of a local variety of island favorites to have more of a Hawaiian/American buffet. We offer baked fish, grilled boneless chicken, kalua pork(cooked in the imu, or underground oven), and teriyaki beef along with a fruit salad, macaroni salad, pineapple cole slaw, white rice, plus lomi salmon,& poi(a hawaiian staple)....sweet rolls, and couple desserts. Truly that is quite a variety of food. Not sure how much alcohol you expected,...but we have had some feedback about certain drinks being too strong, so I'm surprised. I'm not sure why the guy collecting the trash missed you, but I apologize for him. Thank you so much for your feedback, and hope that you will one day return to our island and our luau again!! Mahalo, Germaine's Luau