All Reviews for Oahu Luau Tickets

My wife, 11 month old daughter, and I got the chance to attend the Chief’s Luau at Sea Life Park, under the Paradise Package. I usually don’t expect much from the food and drinks at these sorts of events, but I was pleasantly surprised. The food was very good, especially considering that it is a buffet, and the drinks were not watered down. In regards to the show, it was absolutely fantastic. The cast performed dances from the various Polynesian Islands and the entire time, the Chief is telling jokes (the jokes contain a bit of innuendo) and making sure everyone is having a good time. There is a reason Chief Sielu performs all over the island, practically every day: not only is he a very skilled performer, but he is absolutely hilarious. I will definitely be coming again. Please note that the cast does pull members of the audience for different parts of the show, however, it is not the run-of-the-mill “let’s all dance at the end” type thing, they are actually part of the festivities.

I went to see the show with my 9-year-old daughter who is learning hula. According to reviews, it was mostly Japanese people, but perhaps it was just a coincidence, as there were hardly any Japanese attendees. We splurged on premium seats, so we were able to watch the show right in front of the stage, which was truly wonderful. The performance was full of excitement. The content included dances and songs that conveyed the history of Hawaii, and it was so engaging that we were captivated the entire time. However, my daughter and I wanted to see more hula and Tahitian dance, so I deducted one star for that. Still, I think it's the best show to recommend for those who are tired of regular dance performances. Not only the show but also being able to enjoy the luxurious backdrop of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach was amazing.

フラを習っている9歳の娘と二人で見に行きました。口コミでは、日本人ばかり、という話でしたが、たまたまなのか、日本人はほとんどいませんでした。奮発してプレミア席にしたのでステージの前でショーを見れて、本当に良かったです。迫力満点です。内容は、ハワイの歴史をおいながらのダンスあり、歌ありと盛りだくさんで、飽きることなくずっと釘付けでした。ただ、娘と私は、フラとタヒチをしっかり見たかったので、そこだけが★ひとつマイナスにしました。だけど、普通のダンスショーに飽きた人には、一番勧められるショーだと思います。ショーもだけど、ダイヤモンドヘッドやワイキキビーチの景色をぜいたくにも背景として見れるなんて。最高です。

On the day of the show, it started with Presley, Steven Tyler, Michael Jackson, Madonna, and then Presley again. To be honest, aside from Steven Tyler, the performances were a bit underwhelming, and I felt that the impersonators in Japan were better at portraying Michael and Madonna. It seems that the performers change depending on the day, but overall, the show had an enjoyable structure, and I was able to see Polynesian dance at both the opening and closing, so it felt like the content of the show was worth the price.

当日は、プレスリー、スティーブンタイラー、マイケルジャクソン、マドンナ、プレスリーの順番で、ショーが始まりました。
正直、スティーブンタイラー以外は微妙で、マイケルやマドンナに関しては日本でモノマネしている人の方が上手かった様な気もします。
日によって出演者が異なる様ですが、全体的にショーとしては楽しめる構成となっており、ポリネシアンダンスもオープニングとエンディングで見れましたので、金額に見合ったショーの内容であったように思えます。

The show was very entertaining, we had so much fun! The staff were very friendly and caring. Since I have small children; they were always checking on us, made sure that my kids are entertained as well! The dancers were amazing too!
I brought my entire family with me, my husband, and our children (ages 8, 6, and 12mos), at first, I had to think twice if I really should bring them to this kind of show but since they love music and they’re on their spring break too, I took them there anyway…and I never regret it!
WOW! The show was outstanding! Michael Jackson had the real moves and never failed our expectation, it was so real! Steven Tyler looks exactly like Steven, performing in front of our eyes and his entrance to the stage was the best when he flew in a harness to the stage. We absolutely loved their performances that even my kids were dancing too! This show is definitely a great place to take your stress away!

Dinner buffet at the Tree Top Lanai are very delicious as well.

I was able to experience the excitement of the show again, just like my first time in Hawaii five years ago. The story was engaging, and each dance was wonderful. The quality of the dancers was also high. I had signed up for the dinner option, but the food was just okay... I don't think it can compare to Japan. I brought my 10-year-old and 6-year-old, and they filled up on crab and fruit (^^；).

5年前の初ハワイでショーの感動を今回も味わえました。ストーリー性もあって、一つ一つのダンスも素晴らしいです。ダンサーの方々の質も高いです。ディナー付きの申し込みでしたが、食事はまあまあ…と言った所です。日本にはかなわないかな。10歳と6歳連れでしたがカニとフルーツでお腹を満たしていました(^^；)

On February 27, I experienced a traditional Hawaiian culture hula dance show and meal. It was very interesting and a great experience. The pickup was also problem-free and kind.

2月27日に体験しましたハワイの伝統文化　フラダンスショーと食事とても興味深い、いい経験ですピックアップも問題なく親切でした。

I recommend it. The food was delicious as well. The seating was good, and the show had a storyline that was easy to understand.

がおすすめです。ご飯も
おいしかったです。席もよくショーは
物語になっててわかりやすかったです。

I signed up for the half-day course. Each group had a guide who provided explanations. However, it seemed that we couldn't visit all the locations in just half a day, so we didn't get to see everything. I wonder if those who signed up individually were able to see the places they liked? I wasn't quite sure about that.

The final show was, needless to say, spectacular! (＾＾)

半日コースで申し込みました。
グループ毎にガイドさんがついてくれて説明してくれました。
が、半日では全個所回りきれないようで、全部見れませんでした。
個人で申し込みした方が自分達の好きなところ見れたのかな？
そのあたりがよく分かりませんでした。

最後のショーは言うまでもなく、圧巻でした(＾＾)

The luau was really good.. We went as a family and everyone enjoyed it. I would recommend that you request a middle table. We made our reservation (premium seats) 6 months previously and were seated at the far right table. Some of the people with regular seats had better views than our seats. Although we enjoyed it a lot it would of been nice to have the center tables to the stage especially for the premium price we paid.

The food was great as well as the service
I would highly recommend this luau to all. It was spectacular

Since I was staying at the Hilton, I watched it three times. Even as a repeat visitor, it was enjoyable, so I definitely recommend first-timers to see it at least once. The venue isn't very large, so you can watch the show up close! It's quite impressive! Enjoy it while having dinner.

ヒルトンに宿泊していることもあり、3回観ました。
リピーターでも楽しいので、ぜひ初めての方は1度観て下さい。
そんなに大きくない会場なので、近くでショーを観れますよ！
迫力ありますよ！
ディナーをしながら、楽しんで下さい。

We were greeted by our guide who made sure we were in time for all of the activities. She would have us leave a little early to get to shows that were especially popular so we could get good seats. When it was time for dinner, we opted for the prime dining instead of the luau, so I cannot comment on the luau. After dinner we had a few minutes before going to the show. The show was a fabulous way to end the evening. It was a history of Hawaii that sort of reminded me of the Broadway play, "The Lion King". I would definitely take guests who had never been to the Polynesian Culture Center. I doubt that my husband and I would go again unless we wanted to try the luau. Not because it wasn't enjoyable, but because we have already experienced it. About the staff: they were wonderful! Our guides were so protective over us that it was hard to get away from the group to buy a soda! There is no alcohol served here which suited us fine. If you can't get through an afternoon and evening

The information about the locations within the hotel is unclear, so it's best to arrive early. The show is a mix of Hawaiian, Polynesian, and Micronesian performances, but it feels like a basic dinner show you would find in Hawaii. There are few staff members for the show, and after visiting the Polynesian Cultural Center in the north, it feels lacking. The meal is not as luxurious as one might imagine. The price is appropriate for the food and the show.

I must say again, the guidance boards for the locations are inadequate, and I couldn't find the venue!

とにかくホテル内の場所のインフォメーションが
判りにくいので早めに行くべし。
ショーはハワイアン、ポリネシア、ミクロネシアの
ミックスショーだがハワイでのディナーショーの基本という
感じ。
ショースタッフの数が少なく北部のポリネシアンセンターを
見に行った後だと物足りない。
食事は想像ほどは豪華ではない。
食事とショーで値段相応です。

もう一度言いますけど、場所の案内ボードがテキトウで
会場が判りません！

I arrived about 30 minutes late, but I was happy that the staff welcomed me warmly.

The meal was a buffet, and there were a lot of carbohydrate-based dishes. Since the show started while I was eating, I couldn't really eat too much. The drinks included two tickets, and I enjoyed some beer and wine. They were cold and delicious. There were also cakes and coffee. I think it would have been nice to have some "Hawaiian-style" gravy sauce hamburgers as well.

The show was enjoyable for adults. I couldn't help but notice the dancers' inner muscles... However, for elementary school students, the entire show was in English, and they seemed to not understand much. Well, I guess that's due to their lack of study...

Since I was staying at Hilton Hawaiian Village, there was little travel involved, and there was a fun photo booth with the dancers on the way back, making for an enjoyable dinner.

In February, the outdoor nights can be a bit chilly, so a jacket is a must.

３０分程遅れて行きましたが、スタッフの方々も気持ちよく対応していただいて嬉しかった。

食事　いわゆるビュッフェです。炭水化物系が多く、食べてる間にショーが始まるのであんまりガツガツ食べる事が出来ませんでした。飲み物もチケット２枚がついていてビールやワインをいただきました。冷えてておいしかったですよ。ケーキやコーヒーもありました。もうちょっと「ザ・ハワイ的」なグレービーソース系ハンバーグとかがあっても良かったかな。

ショー　大人が見るには楽しいショーでした。ダンサーのインナーマッスルが気になって、気になって・・・。ただ小学生的には全編英語で、何やらわからんかったようです。まぁ勉強不足がいかんのでしょうけどもね・・・。

ヒルトンハワイアンビレッジに宿泊していたので、移動も少なく、帰りにダンサーとの記念設営ブースもあり楽しいディナーになりました。

２月の夜間野外は少し肌寒いので、上着は必須です。

It was my first time in Hawaii, so I thought it would be nice to see a Hawaiian show. I got good seats, but the place I was directed to was far from the stage. In the end, it was fine because I had children with me, but it wasn't until halfway through the show that the staff finally realized their mistake and spoke to us, yet we didn't move. The stage was clearly visible from anywhere, so I think it wouldn't be a problem to sit anywhere. The food was as I expected—neither particularly good nor bad. I was captivated by the powerful dancing of the performers in the show.

初めてのハワイでしたので、ハワイアンショーを見るのもよいかと思い行ってきました。よい席を取ったのですが、案内された場所はステージから遠い席。結果的には、子供がいたので良かったのですが、ショー途中になってようやくスタッフが間違っていることに気づき声をかけられましたが移動しませんでした。ステージ自体はよく見えるので、どこでも問題ないと思います。料理は想像通りで可もなく不可もなくです。ショー自体は、ダンサーの迫力ある踊りに魅了されました。

Our first luau was enjoyable for all seven family members!

Before participating, I thought it might be too expensive considering the cost performance, but overall, I was satisfied with the experience.

This is just my personal opinion, but I’ll provide some detailed information for future participants since there isn’t much written about it.

We drove to the Hilton venue with a rental car, and both self-parking and valet parking are available. I arrived late at 5:15 PM, so I opted for valet parking to save time. I was prepared to pay a relatively high parking fee even with validation (discount or free parking). However, when I picked up my car after the event, valet parking was free! Just remember to tip the valet. I recommend valet parking for those using rental cars. When you drop off your car, they will ask if you are a guest or a visitor, so just say "Visitor, luau show," and you’ll be fine even if your English isn’t great! Don’t forget to get the validation sticker from the staff after the show. You can shop in the Hilton without worrying about parking fees after the show.

Since I arrived late, there was no waiting time to enter! If you’re late, you’ll go directly to the venue, so first-timers who aren’t hotel guests might get lost. You need to take the escalator from the "Rainbow Bazaar," a shopping area next to the self-parking building, to reach the venue, so be careful if you’re running late.

I was seated at a table at the far end, but the tables are arranged in a U-shape around the stage, so even from the standard seats, the view was impressive. Some might feel that their seats are "a bit far," but unless it’s a special occasion, I don’t think premium seats are necessary. The order for getting food is called starting from the premium seats, but since there were few people in the premium seats and there are two food serving areas, I only waited about five minutes. You might wait 20 to 30 minutes before being called, but since it’s a trip, I think chatting and having fun will make the time fly by. Once you get your food, you won’t have to wait in long lines for refills.

初ルアウ、家族７人みんな楽しめました！

参加前はコストパフォーマンスを考えると高くて余り期待できないかなと思いましたが総合的に結果満足です。

あくまで個人的な意見ですが、次の参加者の参考の為にあまり書込みが無い内容を多めに、少しだけ細かく記載します。

会場のヒルトンへはレンタカーで行きましたが、パーキングはセルフパーキングとバレーパーキングが利用できます。
私は１７時１５分の開場に遅刻した為、バレーパーキングで車を預け時間短縮の最後の悪あがき（笑）
バレーパーキングだからヴァリデーション（駐車料金割引もしくは無料）を受けても、ある程度高い駐車料金を払う覚悟をしました。
しかし、終了後に車を引き取るとバレーパーキングでも無料でした！！　でも、チップは忘れずに渡しましょう。
レンタカーで行かれる方はバレーパーキングをお奨めします。
車を預ける際に宿泊ゲストかビジターか聞かれますので「ビジター、ルアウショー」と言えば英語が苦手でも大丈夫！！
ショーの終了後に会場スタッフからヴァリデーションのシールを忘れずに貰ってください。
ショーの終了後もヒルトン内で駐車料金を気にする事無く買い物も出来ちゃいます。

会場入りは遅刻しているので当然待ち時間なし（笑）
遅刻すると直接会場まで行く為、ホテル宿泊者意外で初めての方は必ず迷います（笑）
セルフパーキングビルの横にある「レインボーバザール」というショッピング街の中からエスカレーターで会場まであがって行きますので集合時間に遅刻した方は注意してください。

案内された席は一番端のテーブルでしたが、テーブルはステージをコの字に囲むようになってるのでスタンダード席でも迫力満点で観賞できました。
席によっては「ちょっと遠い」と感じる人もいると思いますが、特別な場合で無い限りプレミアムシートの必要性は無いと思います。
料理を取りに行く順番もプレミアムシートから案内されますが、プレミアムシートの参加人数が少なかった事と、料理の配膳箇所が２箇所ある事で、５分程度の待ち時間で済みました。
案内されるまでに２０～３０分待つこともあると思いますが、せっかくの旅行ですので楽しくおしゃべりをしていれば苦になる時間ではないと思いますよ。
一度料理を取ってしまえばお替りの際に長い列に並ぶ事はありません。

This time, I participated in an activity with my company's group. Since it was my first overseas trip, I was a bit anxious, but having a Japanese guide made me feel at ease and allowed me to enjoy myself. Also, the show was of very high quality and I was completely satisfied with the content. Next time, I want to go with my family!

今回は会社のグループでアクティビティに参加しました。
私自身は初めての海外旅行と言う事もあり不安でしたが日本語ガイドが付いてくれたりと安心して楽しむ事が出来ました。
又、ショーもすごくクオリティーが高く十分満足の行く内容でした。今度は家族で行きたいと思います！

This was my first time in Hawaii, and when I asked someone who had been there before what they enjoyed, they recommended the Polynesian Cultural Center as a must-visit. So, I decided to go.

The tour inside the center was conducted by a Japanese exchange student from the nearby university, who provided thorough and kind explanations. I was able to understand the facilities within the center very well, which was great. I felt that this kind of guide system is beneficial for both the students and us tourists.

Additionally, the show was conducted in English, but the story was easy to follow, making it enjoyable even for those who don't understand English.

初めてのハワイですが、ハワイに来た事のある方に、どこが良かったですかと聞いたら、ポリネシアンカルチャーセンターは行く価値があるよと教わったので行った次第です。
センター内の案内は隣接の大学の日本人留学生がしてくれたのですが、丁寧にまた親切に説明して頂き、センター内の施設が良くわかり大変良かったです。このようなガイドシステムは学生さんにとってもわれわれ観光客にとっても良いことだと感じました。
また、ショーは英語で行われたのですが、ストーリーがわかり易く、英語が理解できなくても楽しめるショーでした。

Perfect evening with cultural games and insights into the past of the Polynesian way of life.
Food could have been better in more varieties.

Jermaine (the "Main Man") was awesome! He made the experience so enjoyable.

We had purchased VIP tickets and from the time we walked in to the time we left we were treated as VIP's. Every staff member paid attention to every detail during the evening. Entertainment was awesome especially Michael Jackson. Steven Tyler and Elvis were amazing... Madonna not as good as the others. Entertaining evening and enjoyed ourselves immensely.

One of the sites that I will never miss out on visiting during my frequent visits to Oahu is the Polynesian Cultural Center. This is an amazing place to spend a day if you are interested in learning more about the history and culture of Polynesia in a enjoyable and entertaining way. I strongly recommend that you spend the extra money and take advantage of the full day Ambassador Package. It is certainly well worth the extra cost! With it you will spend the entire day on a small group tour given by a knowledgeable guide who will take you to all the different villages where you will learn the history and culture of that particular Island from individuals who actually grew up on those Islands. Following a full day of touring the villages, you will eat a large meal. Here, with the Ambassadors Package, you have the choice of eating at the Luau or the Prime Rib/Seafood dinner. If you have or are planning to attend another Luau while you are visiting the Islands, I would opt for th

We attended as a couple on January 10. We made a reservation for the cocktail and show, and although our seats were on the second floor, the venue wasn't very large, so we enjoyed it thoroughly. After the show, there was a service for taking photos with the performers, which made us very satisfied.

１月１０日に夫婦で参加。
カクテル＆ショーに予約、席は２階席であったが会場がさほど広くないので充分楽しめた。
ショー終了後出演者との写真撮影等のサービスもあり充分満足できた。

The variety of food was limited for the price. Since it gets cold at night, I think it would be nice to have warm dishes as well. The show lacked excitement, and some people left midway.

値段のわりに食事の種類が少なかった。夜は寒いので温かい料理もあれば良いと思う、ショーも盛り上がりにかける。途中で帰る人もいた、

This was an excellent show and we were so glad we attended. We actually chose to drive to Sea Park, however due to the distance and evening hours, we decided to contact Hawaii Activities to add the transportation 6 hours prior to departure. Hawaii Activities handled everything, and gave us simple instructions to hop aboard the tour bus which was a 1/2 block from where we stayed.

As for "Chiefs Luau", this was so much fun, the entertainment included so many from the crowd, and the "Chief" can definately entertain and bring so much laughter.

Plan on the early activities and particpate. They want to share there culture which is even more fun.

With the evening show, take a light jacket as it can get breezy once the sunsets.

Camera & Video - A MUST

the hotel is really nice but at this activity they dont give you enough food. small portions and everyone gets the same food. the entertainment is ok but definitly not worth the price. the fire dancer is only 5 minutes long. ours was inside, that was disappointing as we thought it would be outside. overall find a different activity or a different luau.

I attended on December 31, 2012.

I waited in line for over 30 minutes to get in...
At the very back, on the edge, it got quite cold when the sun went down, even with a jacket, and it rained, so I got pretty wet... The food was also not great...

At this price, I think it would be better to go to a regular restaurant.

There were also tables where we had to wait a long time, which was unfortunate.

The venue was just an outdoor area separated by ropes, and you could see it just by passing by...

It felt a bit overpriced.

I saw a similar show in Guam, and that one was of higher quality.

2012年の12/31に参加しました。

入るまでに30分以上並び…
一番後ろの一番端で、日が暮れると上着があってもかなり寒く、雨が降って結構濡れて…お食事もイマイチな感じです…。


このお値段なら、どこか普通のレストランの方がいいかなぁ。

バイキングも、ずっと待たされているテーブルもあって、
かわいそうでした。

会場はロープで仕切られているだけの屋外で、普通に通りすがれば見れるし…。

ちょっと割高かな。

グアムでも同じようなショーを見ましたが、
そちらの方がハイクオリティでした。

This time in Hawaii, we stayed at the Hilton and requested to see a show at our accommodation. All the seats facing the stage were premium seats, but since the stage was elevated, it was easy for our family, who had regular seats, to see well.

However, the seating was at a table for ten, so it was a bit cramped with our neighbors, so it's better to enter early. Since we checked in after 5 PM, we were able to choose our preferred table and ended up sitting at the closest regular seat to the stage, which was comfortable.

The show featured hula and fire dancing, which we enjoyed. Although I felt it lacked a bit of intensity at times.

What was disappointing was that our table staff tried to clear plates and glasses right away, which interrupted our viewing. They took away glasses that still had drinks in them and even asked if they could take away plates with food still on them... We were just pausing our eating to watch the show. I wished they would have let us focus on the performance.

今回のハワイはヒルトンでの滞在だったので、宿泊先でショーが見たいと申し込みました。ステージに面している席はすべてプレミアシートでしたが、ステージは高くなっていたので、通常席の私たち家族でも見えやすかったです。

ただ、席は10人掛けテーブルで相席（そして隣との距離はかなり狭い）になるので、早く入場した方がいいです。私たちは17時過ぎに受付をしたため、好きなテーブルが選べた上に通常席の中ではステージに一番近い席に座れたので快適でした。

ショーはフラとファイアーダンスで楽しめました。若干迫力に欠ける気もしないではなかったですが。

残念だったのは、私たちのテーブル係だったスタッフが、お皿やグラスをすぐに片付けようとして、鑑賞の邪魔になったことです。まだ残っているグラスを下げられましたし、お皿に食べ物が乗っているのに「もう下げてもいいか」と聞かれたり・・・ショーを見ているから、食べるのを中断していただけなんですけど。。鑑賞に集中させてほしかったです。

The entire experience was beyond our expectations.
The staff were very friendly.
The food superb.
The show extremely entertaining.
The performers were first class and very realistic.
Overall our experience was well beyond what we expected in every way.
Highly recommend it to all age groups.
Can't wait to go back next year.
Thank you to all for a fantastic evening.

Great, very enjoyable!!!

We upgraded to the full day, rather than sticking to the late entry. We wanted to have more time to check out the presentations etc. The presentations were interesting and well done. They came over as authentic rather than cheesy or Disneyesque. The staff were excellent all 'round. There were showers passing through, but it didn't take away from our day, as there were plenty of buildings/huts to head into, and showers don't seem to last too long in this part of the world. The entertainment and food at the Luau was good. It did take a long time to get to the lining up and eating part, but there were a lot of people. It would have been better if they started processing the tables through the buffet right after the unveiling of the pig, and we could just watch the entertainment as we went, instead of largely sitting for nearly an hour before anyone started lining up. The HA show was amazing, and I would recommend it too anyone going to Oahu. Overall an opportunity to learn about