All Reviews for Honolulu Nightlife & Things to Do

I've been to Honolulu many times, but it was my first time seeing the fireworks. Moreover, watching the fireworks from a catamaran was a luxurious experience.

何回もホノルルに来てますが、花火を見るのは初めてでした。
しかも、カタマラン船からの花火は贅沢でした。

It was fully booked since I made a reservation for Friday night. I was worried if it would be too crowded. The sunset was hidden due to the clouds, but I was able to see the fireworks from the Hilton clearly.

The deck railing side was filled with people who boarded earlier, so I had to view from between them while sitting. The buffet tables are first-come, first-served, so if you board late, you won't get a good seat with a nice view. Since there is time until the fireworks, it might be a good idea to think about how to spend your time. The welcome drink was too sweet, and the alcoholic cocktails were just okay. Each person gets one lobster, so be careful not to overeat. It's a pretty standard buffet.

金曜日の夜に予約したので満席でした。こんなに乗れるのかな？と心配に。曇りでサンセットは隠れていて見られませんでしたが、ヒルトンの花火はしっかり見られました。
デッキの手すり側は先に乗船出来た人達で埋まっており、座ってだと人の隙間から見る感じ。
ビュッフェのテーブルは自由席で、遅く乗船になると眺めのいい席は座れないです。花火までは時間があるので、過ごし方を検討してみるといいかもしれません。ウェルカムドリンクは甘過ぎ、アルコールカクテルもちょっと・・・。ロブスターも一人ひとつ出るので食べ過ぎ注意。無難なビュッフェかと。

I participated with three friends.

We were able to see the hotels in Waikiki and Diamond Head from the seaside, and it was truly wonderful.

友達を含む4人で参加しました。

海側からワイキキのホテルやダイアモンドヘッドを見ることができ、本当に素晴らしかったです。

The drinks were delicious, and the scenery was very beautiful. Seeing the views from the sea, which I had always seen from land, offered a different perspective and was very refreshing. It was also fun to be on board with people from various nationalities. I definitely want to ride again.

お酒も美味しく景色もとても綺麗で、いつも陸から見ていた景色を海から見るとまた違った発見がありとても新鮮でした。
またいろんな国籍の人が乗っていたのでそれも新鮮で楽しかったです。
また絶対乗りたいです。

I was worried about how it would go since I had a 2-year-old with me, but we were captivated by the changing stages one after another. The service to guests was attentive, and we were able to enjoy a wonderful time.

2歳児連れだったので、どうなる事かと心配していましたが、次々と変わるステージに見入っていました。ゲストへのサービスも行き届き、楽しいひと時を過ごす事が出来ました。

This cruise was incredible! My wife and I only had a few days in Waikiki and chose carefully how we wanted to spend our time. The cruise was definitely the highlight of our trip. The views were incredible, the staff was friendly, and the food was really good! If you're looking for a great photo op this is the place. It can be romantic, but also something fun to do with family or friends. The next time we are in Waikiki we will definitely take this sunset cruise.

This was my second time on the catamaran; the last time I was on a different boat. It was also my first time enjoying the fireworks and riding on a Mai Tai. I ordered an additional Mai Tai, and the crew was friendly, with the captain being very attentive. The fireworks were brief, but I was able to enjoy the night view of Waikiki during the evening cruise, which was very relaxing.

カタマランは２度目で前回は他の船で、花火鑑賞もマイタイに乗るのも今回初めてでした。
ドリンクもマイタイを追加もらいましたし、クルーも親切でキャプテンが
気配りしてくれてました。
花火は短時間ですが、夜のクルーズでワイキキの夜景を見る事が出来、リラックスできました。

I wanted to see an Elvis impersonation stage, so I attended this show. I was hoping to hear more of Elvis's well-known songs, but there were also a few Hawaiian songs, which was a bit of a letdown. However, I thought the singer who impersonated Michael Jackson had a very similar vocal quality. I believe it's quite difficult to mimic a voice with such clarity. Overall, the show was lively and enjoyable, and I lost track of time.

エルビスのものまねステージを見たくて、このショーを見てきました。エルビスの持ち歌でもっとよく知られている歌を聴きたかったのですが、ハワイアンの歌も何曲かあって、やや拍子抜けでした。しかし、マイケル・ジャクソンを真似た歌手の声質がとても似ていたように思います。透明感のある声を似せるのはとても難しいと思うからです。ショー全体としては賑やかで楽しく、時間が経つのも忘れるほどでした。

If the weather is clear, the sunset will be the best memory of the trip. The location is fantastic! I enjoyed a delicious Mai Tai while watching the beautiful sunset. Since there were no soft drinks available, it might be a good idea to bring a bottle of water.

While waiting to board, someone playing in the waves lost one of their flip-flops, but they turned it into a laugh. When getting off the boat, we were hit by a wave, and there were screams and laughter with the staff! My bag got wet, but it was fun! Even those little accidents become great memories.

However, motion sickness medication is a must. Dress in a way that you don't mind getting your lower legs wet. The check-in location is a bit hard to find, so it's easier to go straight from the parking lot through the narrow path between the two hotels towards the sea, rather than going through the Sheraton lobby. It's immediately on the left. If you come using the stairs from the Kai Market down to the sea, it will be on your right.

I think opinions may vary on the dinner cruise, but I recommend it as an activity for adults to enjoy leisurely.

晴れていれば最高のサンセットが旅の思い出になります。とにかくロケーションが最高です！美しいサンセットを見ながら、甘いマイタイを美味しくいただきました。ソフトドリンクがなかったので、ペットボトルのお水を持参するといいかもしれません。
出向を待っている間に、波で遊んでいた人がビーチサンダルを片方流されてしまっていましたが、それも笑いに変えていました。
船から降りるときに波に襲われ、悲鳴とともにスタッフと爆笑！バックが濡れてしまいましたが、楽しかったです！そんなちょっとしたアクシデントもいい思い出に変わります。
但し、酔い止めは必須です。膝下は濡れてもいいような恰好で。
受付場所がわかりにくいので、シェラトンのロビーを抜けるよりも、駐車場から二つのホテルの間の細い道を海に向かって真っすぐに抜けていくとわかりやすいです。すぐ左にあります。カイマーケットから海に降りる階段を使って来ると右手にあります。
ディナークルーズと好みが分かれると思いますが、大人がゆったりと楽しむアクティビティとしておすすめです。

The experience was amazing and one of a kind! It definitely exceeded my expectations. My girlfriend and I are very excited to do this again some time soon.

We participated in the sunset dinner cruise as a couple this time. The views during the cruise were absolutely stunning, and as we departed, the sunlight and the approach to Diamond Head were exceptional! Once the sun began to set, it was truly a beautiful sunset.

I had imagined a certain size of boat based on the tour description, but it was surprisingly small. Perhaps because of that, we felt quite a bit of rocking at first. The meal, too, was not as grand as one might expect from a dinner cruise, but it suited the size of the boat, resembling more of a buffet-style dining experience.

今回のサンセットディナークルーズに夫婦で参加させていただきました。
クルージングの景色は申し分ない程の絶景で、出向後の太陽の日差しとダイヤモンドヘッドに近づくにつれ格別で！
また日が暮れ始めてからは正にサンセットと、とても綺麗そのものでした。

ツアーの内容的にもそれなりの船を想像していたのですが意外と小さく、そのためか当初かなり揺れを感じることになっていました。
もっとも食事もディナークルーズの名に想像する規模ではなく、船体のサイズに合う感じではありましたが地上でいう立食にも。

She has a leg disability and uses a prosthetic leg, so I carried her onto the yacht. I want to make sure she can get on the yacht without getting wet. I would like a special ladder prepared for her.

彼女は、足が悪く義足の為、私がおぶってヨットに乗せました。濡れないでヨットに乗れる様にして欲しい。何か特別な、はしごを用意して欲しい。

We participated with 20 people. The service may not be very reliable, but if you approach it with a self-service mindset, you can enjoy it. As for drinks, there are times when they might be forgotten, so you need to be proactive in getting them.

20人で参加しました。
サービスはあまり期待は出来ませんが、セルフ感覚で参加すると楽しめます。
ドリンクは、配り忘れられることがあるので、積極的に取りにいかないといけません。

The crew was awesome! Michelle was a fantastic bartender and we had so much fun on the cruise! Would highly recommend for a relaxed fun time.

My husband and I had an amazing time on the Makani sunset dinner cruise while on our honeymoon in Hawaii! The only downfall, as others have mentioned, is having to wait to get checked in. With the arranged transportation, we arrived an hour before the boat set sail and could not check in until 30 prior to the departure time. The staff took excellent care of everyone throughout the night to make sure we all had a good experience. The food was casual but very good- especially the spring rolls! Drinks are reasonably priced with a variety of options. We especially enjoyed that the cruise was on a catamaran for a more intimate feel compared to a larger cruise ship. We would definitely recommend this sunset dinner cruise to anyone in O'ahu for vacation!

We participated as a family of three. This was our sixth time on Oahu, but it was the first time we joined, and it became a wonderful memory. The Mai Tai was delicious (it tastes better without ice). We would like to participate again next time.

家族3人で参加しました
オアフ島6回目で初めて参加しましたが、素晴らしい思い出になりました。
マイタイも美味しく（氷を無しにしてもらったほうが美味しい）いただきました。
次回も参加したいと思います。

The sunset was beautiful, and the 90 minutes went by in no time. I definitely want to ride again next time. Thank you very much.

サンセットが綺麗であっと言う間の90分でした、また次回ぜひ乗りたいです。
ありがとうございました。

Unfortunately, the clouds covered the sunset moment, so I couldn't capture it beautifully, but it was really enjoyable to drink while watching the sunset over the sea. Everyone was so friendly, both Japanese and foreign visitors, and it was a lot of fun! I couldn't understand English at all (laughs), but they took pictures for me and ordered drinks. When I recommended it to my friends, they also seemed to have a great time! I want to go again! Thanks to other people's reviews, I didn't get wet! As expected, wearing flip-flops and shorts is important because you will get wet up to your knees when boarding, so be careful with your clothing!

残念ながら雲がちょうどかかっちゃって肝心なサンセットの瞬間は綺麗には撮れませんでしたが、海の上で夕焼けみながら飲むのは本当に楽しかったです。皆さん和気あいあいとされてて日本人、外国の方、みなさん声かけてくださって凄く楽しかったです！英語全然わからなかったけど（笑）写真撮ってくれたり、お酒頼んでくれたり。友達にも勧めたら楽しかったみたいです！またのりたい！他の方のクチコミのおかげで濡れませんでした！やはりビーサンにショートパンツなど、乗り込み時にひざくらいまで海につかるので服装は注意が必要です！

My parents in their 70s were with us, and it seems they had more fun than we expected. The stage was close, making it easy to see, and we enjoyed the music as well.

70代の両親も一緒でしたが、思ったより楽しかったようです。
舞台が近いので、見やすく音楽も楽しめました。

The VIP seats were close to the stage, and the artists came right to our seats, which was incredibly exciting. The quality of the show was also high, and I was very satisfied.

VIP 席はステージに近く、アーティストが席まで来てくれて、迫力満点でした。ショーの完成度も高く、大満足です。

I wanted to show my 80-year-old father, who loves Elvis, so I went. I thought the food would be mediocre, so we went to a restaurant we liked. At the entrance, we ordered our favorite drinks (make sure to bring money as it's an additional charge) and participated just to see the show. Our seats were at the very back.

It had been 20 years since I last attended. I was wondering how it would be, but it was so much fun! From Hawaiian shows to impersonations! The quality was high, and the audience was never bored, as expected!

There was a Japanese lady really getting into it during Elvis's "Jailhouse Rock," and she got a hug from Elvis ♥ It was so much fun! My daughter also enjoyed herself in her own way! We enjoyed our meal and then casually went to see the show without feeling pressured or being stuck for a long time, which was great! I've heard the air conditioning is strong, so a long-sleeve shirt is a must.

I even recommended it to a friend who is going to Hawaii next week! My daughter kept saying that the impersonator of Michael was the staff member who was pouring beer at the entrance! I wonder if that's true...

エルビスが好きな80才になる父親に見せたくて、いってまいりました。
この手の食事はいまいちだと思ったのでレストランは好きなところに行き。入り口で、すきな飲み物を注文(別料金なのでお金持参)ショーだけみるのに参加しました。席は一番後ろの方になります。
私は20年ぶりに参加しました。いかがなものかと思っておりましたか。とても楽しかったです！ハワイアンショーから、ものまねまで！クオリティーもたかく、観客を飽きさせることなく、さすがです！
エルビスの監獄ロックで、のりのりになってる日本人のおばさまがいて、エルビスにハグされていました♥楽しかった～
娘もなんだかんだと楽しんでいました！自分たちで食事を楽しんで、そのあと、ふらっとショーを見に行く感覚で気負いすることもなく、長時間拘束されることもなくよかったです！クーラーは、聞いておりますので長袖は必須です。
翌週から、渡ハする友人にもお薦めしちゃいました♪
娘がマイケルのものまねは、入り口でビールいれてた店員さんだよ！としきりに言ってたのですが。。
本当かな…

After two years, we returned to Hawaii, and since it was my wife's birthday, we booked a dinner cruise. I requested a surprise cake, and with the help of the onboard staff, we were able to have a wonderful birthday party with the kids. Thank you very much.

2年ぶりのハワイ、ちょうど妻の誕生日だったので久しぶりにディナークルーズを申し込みました。サプライズでケーキをお願いし、乗船スタッフのご協力もあり、子供達と素晴らしい誕生日パーティが出来ました。ありがとうございました。

I have been to Hawaii many times, but I had never experienced a cruise. I decided to participate to try it out, and I was extremely satisfied with the excitement and comfort, which exceeded my expectations. I would like to do it again.

ハワイには何度も行ったことがありますが、クルーズは未体験でした。一度は体験しておこうと参加しましたが、予想以上の盛り上がりと気持ち良さで大満足でした。またリピートしたいと思います。

Since I came all the way to Hawaii, I booked a show. At first, I signed up for a show with transportation included, but since the meeting point was farther from the hotel, I opted for this one that I could get to on my own. For those with a short stay, I think it's good because you can see it in Waikiki, which minimizes time loss. It was standard, but it included a welcome drink plus one drink, and the food was decent. Perhaps because it was small, all the seats were relatively close to the stage. There was also a face painting service for kids, which they enjoyed. I think it's a good experience to try at least once.

せっかくハワイに来たので、とショーを申し込みしました。
最初は送迎つきのショーを申し込みましたが、集合場所がホテルより遠いため自力で行けるこちらにしました。
滞在時間が短い方にはワイキキで見れるため時間のロスが少なくてよいと思います。
スタンダードでしたが、ウェルカムドリンク＋１ドリンクつきで食事もまぁまぁかな～って感じです。こじんまりしているせいか、どの席もわりと近くで見れました。
子供にペイントサービスみたいなのもあって喜んでいました。
一度体験してみるにはよいと思います。

This was my second time, and it was impressive to see it right in front of me. My child was also captivated. Thank you.

今回で２回目でしたが目の前で見れてしかも迫力があり子供も釘付で見てました。
ありがとうございます。

The food and service were all very good. The dishes were suitable for my 4 and 8-year-old children, who even asked for seconds. The fruits were fresh as well. It was a luxury to view Waikiki from the seaside, and we were able to relax. The staff mentioned that it had rained the day before, but they saw a rainbow. That kind of scenery is nice too.

料理、対応全てとても良かったです。
4歳、8歳の子供たちにも口に合う料理でおかわりをしていました。フルーツも新鮮。
海側からワイキキを見るのはとても贅沢でゆっくりとすごせました。
前日は雨が降っていたようですが
虹が見られたとスタッフの方が言っていました。
そんな景色もいいですね。

On August 17, I attended the Rock-a-Hula VIP dinner. First of all, by booking the VIP experience, you can enter earlier than general guests. While waiting for the opening time, hula dancers and singers come out to perform on a mini stage. Then, with excitement, we entered and were greeted by none other than Michael Jackson! We took a commemorative photo together! (This photo can be purchased with a frame.) As we moved further in, the staff welcomed us with a welcome drink and hors d'oeuvres. After relaxing for a while, we were shown to our seats. I thought the seating was a bit cramped, but once the meal started, it wasn't a big deal.

The food was five stars! Lobster arrived along with fruits and salad. I imagined it would be the kind of dry lobster served at weddings, but it was completely different. The meat was firm (but not tough) and came out easily from the shell, and it was delicious. The presentation was beautiful as well. Additionally, the main course of beef and Alaska salmon was served on warmed plates to keep the food from getting cold. What a thoughtful touch! The mashed potatoes on the side were also excellent. Overall, the portion sizes were just right, and it was a well-balanced meal.

By the time we finished the course, an announcement for the show began. The artists performing that day were Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, and Katy Perry. What a hit!! With captivating voices and dynamic dances, sometimes elegant and smooth. It was truly a stage where rock and hula merged. Even those who are not familiar with Western music can enjoy it fully!! I won't go into details, as the artists change depending on the day, and more than anything, I want everyone who will be going to experience the great excitement. Highly recommended!!

8月17日、ロック・ア・フラVIPディナー、いって参りました。
まず、VIPで申し込むと一般のお客さんより早く入場できます。
OPEN時間までの待ち時間、フラダンサーとシンガーがやってきてミニステージを見せてくれます。
そしてウキウキしながら入場。なんとマイケル・ジャクソンが出迎えてくれました！一緒に記念写真をパチリ！（この写真は台紙付きで購入できます。）さらに奥へと進むと、ウェルカムドリンクとオードブルでスタッフさんが歓迎してくれます。しばらくのんびりした後、席に案内されます。席は若干窮屈かな、と思いましたが、食事が始まるとそれほど気になりませんでした。

料理は５つ星です！フルーツやサラダと一緒にロブスターがやってきました。ああ、きっと結婚式で出てくるようなモソモソしたものなのだろうと想像していましたが、全くの別物でした。身がブリンと引き締まっていて（固くはないです）殻から取れやすく、おいしかったです。盛り付けも綺麗でした。また、メインのビーフ＆アラスカサーモンは、料理が冷めないよう温まったお皿にのって出てきました。うれしい心遣いです。付け合わせのマッシュポテトも最高でした。全体的に量が程よく、バランスのよいお食事でした。

コースを食べ終える頃、ショー開始のアナウンスが流れました。この日の出演アーティストは、エルビス・プレスリー、マイケル・ジャクソン、ケイティ・ペリーです。大当たり！！魅惑のボイスに躍動感あふれるダンス。時には優雅にしっとりと。正にロックとフラが融合したステージでした。洋楽に詳しくない方でも充分に楽しめます！！詳細内容にはふれないでおきましょう。日によってアーティストも変わりますし、何よりもこれから見に行く皆さんに大きな感動を味わっていただきたいので。イチオシです！！

I watched the Rock of Ages show from the VIP seats! Upon entering, we were welcomed with a welcome drink, and then we enjoyed dinner. The lobster, salmon, and meat were all very filling, and we also got one free drink. The meat and bread were especially delicious.

As for the main show, overall I was satisfied, but it would have been even better if Michael and Elvis's songs had been more popular hits! That said, there were hula performances and fire dances, making for a rich experience!

ロックアフラショーをVIP席で見てきました！
入場してすぐウェルカムドリンクでもてなしがあり、中に入ってまずディナーをいただきます。
ロブスター、サーモン、お肉とボリューム満点で、ドリンクも一杯無料でついてます。お肉とパンが特においしかったです。
その後のメインのショーですが、全体的には満足なのですが、マイケルやエルビスの曲がもっとメジャーな曲だったら尚良しってかんじでした！
とは言え、フラあり、ファイヤーダンスありで充実の内容でした♪

We had a wonderful evening on Makani. After reviewing several dinner cruise options, we selected Makani due to the great reviews and good price. It was one of our favorite excursions on our vacation!
The pros: The staff was great - funny and personable. The food was good and there was a large drink selection, alcoholic or non-alcoholic. It was a very relaxing cruise with a beautiful view; it lasted approximately two hours, so you get to enjoy the sunset, as well.
The cons: There is only one, which is that they provide transportation, but not from our hotel. Though they didn't require us to go very far, it was a bit confusing trying to find our pick up point as that particular hotel has several locations. Also a slight put off considering we passed our hotel going to the marina. All was fine in the end though, as it was nice that transportation was provided at no additional cost.
Overall, I would highly recommend this excursion. We really enjoyed the relaxing, beautiful evening aboard the Makani Dinner Cruise.

7.5 billion people and I spent it my two favorite, my wife and daughter. Thanks for being part of our memories!