All Reviews for Honolulu Nightlife & Things to Do

There were six of us for the Deluxe 3-Star selection. My daughter-in-law got motion sick from the swaying of the boat, so I suggest taking Dramamine before boarding.

The "champagne" toast was non-alcoholic. Food was ok but not worth the price to upgrade. Drinks were not very good. Music during the cruise was too loud and mostly show-tunes, not Hawaiian songs.

Michael - our server - was quite good. Dancers and singers were enthusiastic. Views were lovely.

I highly recommend it, five stars. The grand piano performance and the talented female singer were wonderful. Although it was labeled as jazz, I recognized many famous songs. The drinks and food were served properly, and during the sunset and fireworks, we stepped outside to enjoy the view while eating. I really enjoyed the piano and singing until the end, and I'm glad I chose the course meal. Everyone was dressed casually; there were even people in sandals and shorts. About 80% of the guests were Westerners.

５スターおすすめです。グランドピアノの演奏と上手な女性シンガー。ジャズと書いてましたが私もわかる有名な曲ばかりでした。飲み物も料理もきちんと運ばれたし、サンセットと花火の時は食べてる途中で外に出てゆっくりと見てました。最後までピアノと歌で楽しめたしコース料理にして本当に良かったです。服装はみんなカジュアルでしたよ。サンダルと短パンの人もいました。８割が欧米人でした。

I have relied on Mai Tai Yacht many times before. It's easy to find since it departs from in front of the Sheraton, and above all, the boat is beautiful, clean, and "looks cool," which makes it one of my favorites.

Usually, on the afternoon of the day I arrive, I make it a tradition to feel "I've come to Hawaii!!" by greeting the full view of Waikiki and Hawaii's symbol, Diamond Head, from across the sea. However, watching the fireworks and the atmosphere of the night sea was "exceptionally wonderful!!!!" It became the most memorable event of this trip.

During the fireworks, cheerful music played, and everyone was excited, cheering loudly. After that, the boat slowly made its way towards Diamond Head, and the gentle night breeze felt pleasant on my skin. The dark silhouette of Diamond Head was overwhelmingly impressive, and the sparkling cityscape of Waikiki in the distance was beautiful. I was able to relax completely, filled with a sense of liberation.

Looking up at the night sky at that moment, I was able to do some stargazing and even saw the "Big Dipper," which was an emotional joy. The Mai Tai cocktail here was delicious, and I ordered several refills (the cups are cute too). The cocktail boy served them with a big smile, which is another happy memory.

Additionally, you can safely store flip-flops and personal belongings in the box behind the seat. I will definitely make a reservation again next time. Mahalo☆彡

マイタイヨットは、これまでに何度もお世話になっています。シェラトン前から出航するのでわかりやすいのと、何より船が綺麗で清潔で「見た目がカッコいい」のでお気に入りです。
普段は到着した日の午後いちに「ハワイに来た!!」を感じるべく、海の向こうからワイキキ全貌とハワイのシンボルダイヤモンドヘッドに挨拶をするのがお決まりなのですが、花火鑑賞と夜の海の雰囲気たるや「格別に素晴らしく！！！！」今回の旅行での一番の思い出に残るイベントになりました。
花火鑑賞中は陽気な音楽が流れて皆さんヒューヒュー言って大盛り上がりでした。
その後は、ダイヤモンドヘッド側へゆっくり長い時間をかけて船を走らせてくれるのですが、静かな夜風が肌に心地よく。真っ暗なダイヤモンドヘッドは圧倒的存在感で。遠くに見えるワイキキのキラキラした街並みもそれは美しく。もう開放感いっぱいに体中をリラックスすることが出来ました。
このとき夜空を見上げると星空観測もできて「北斗七星」も観ることが出来ました、この喜びは感動ものです。
こちらのマイタイカクテルが美味しくて♪何度もおかわりをしたのですが（カップも可愛い）カクテルボーイの方がずっと笑顔で提供してくれたのもそれも嬉しい思い出のひとつです。
なお、ビーサンや手荷物は背もたれの中のボックスに入れて置けるので安心です。
また次回も絶対予約します。マハロ☆彡

Charismatic host and thrilling performances by men, women and children representing the different island nations/territories. Food is buffet style with many tasty options. Alcohol free options were also available and enjoyable.

Really fun sunset sail. Free open bar with multiple drinks. Very fun sail into the wind/waves for a bit of excitement. Saw some whale spouts, beautiful calm return sail. Some fun music to keep the festivities lively. Not too crowded at all.
The meeting place was well described and the cruise was as expected. Would recommend and would also hope to return!

I wanted to see a hula show, so I chose one of the entertainment shows that also offered dinner. Since it was my first time in Hawaii, I was delighted by the lei welcome, and I enjoyed the welcome drink, Mai Tai, as well as the buffet-style dinner, which was delicious. The service was timely, and the hula dancing during dinner was performed right beside us, making for a packed experience. I was able to see the long-awaited hula show from the front row, and it was incredibly powerful. The dancers were beautiful, and I was amazed at how the same performers could showcase such a variety of dances. I had just watched the movie "Elvis" on the plane, so I found it fascinating and enjoyable to see the Elvis show. Since I grew up during Michael's era, that was fun too. Above all, the fire show in the Polynesian show was spectacular and very impressive. It became a wonderful memory on my last night in Hawaii.

フラのショーを観たいと思いいくつかあるエンターテイメントショーの中から、ディナーも楽しめるとのことで選ばせていただきました。ハワイは初めてだったので、レイの歓迎も嬉しく、ウェルカムドリンクのマイタイもバイキング形式のディナーも美味しくいただきました。タイミング良くサーブもしていただき、ディナー途中のフラダンスもすぐそばで踊ってくださるのと、また体験もあり盛りだくさんでした。念願のフラのショーも最前列正面で見させていただき、迫力も満点でした。ダンサーの方たちも美しく、多種のダンスも同じ方？って思うほど、各種類のダンスも七変化で楽しませてもらいました。エルビスのショーもちょうど機内で『エルビス』の映画を観たすぐだったので、そっくりだなぁーと思いつつ、興味深く楽しませてもらいました。マイケルもちょうど世代なので楽しかったです。そして何よりポリネシアンショーの火のショーが素晴らしく、迫力満点でした。ハワイ最後の夜に良い思い出となりました。

Very highly recommended. Wonderful experience. Delicious food. Friendly staff!

I attended with my 7-year-old child. I was prepared for basic English, but thanks to Shoot's consideration, the magic show included some Japanese, allowing both my child and wife to understand and enjoy it very much. It was a type of magic that you don't often see in Japan, and it helped me rediscover its fun! If there's another opportunity, I would definitely like to participate again.

7歳の子供を連れての参加でした。
基本英語を覚悟してましたが、shootさんの心遣いで日本語も交えたマジックショーで子供も奥さんも理解しながら大変楽しく参加させて頂きました。
日本ではなかなか見ないマジックでしたが、改めてその楽しさを再発見させてもらいました！
また機会があれば是非参加させてもらいます。

Food and service were great! Watching the sunset out on the water was amazing. Easy Uber ride to/from our hotel in Waikiki. Would definitely recommend and do again!

This was my first time attending after several trips to Hawaii. At first, I thought it might not be that great, so I joined with mixed expectations, but the food was decent, and after the meal, there was singing and hula right there! Then we moved to the theater, and a full-fledged show began, featuring a collaboration of hula and rock! There was a tribute to Elvis and Michael (impersonation) in the hula performance. Although it wasn't full, everyone was really into it. It ended with the music from Hawaii 5-0! The approximately four hours flew by. I thought the price was cheap considering it included a buffet-style meal and a show. Some luaus in a certain H Village charge several hundred dollars just for the meal and hula, and the time is about half... I hope this is helpful for those considering it.

ハワイ旅行数回目で初めて行きました。
最初は大したことないのでは？と期待半分で参加しましたが、食事もまあまあだったし、食事が終わると歌とフラをその場で！
そのあと会場をシアターに移り、本格的なショーが始まり、フラとロックの共演！フラからプレスリーとマイケル（ものまね）ショー。満員ではなかったがみんなノリノリでした。
最後はHawaii5-0の音楽で終了!!時間にして約4時間があっという間の感じでした。
食事（ブッフェスタイル）が付いてショーが付いてこの値段は安いと思った。
某Hビレッジ内のルアウも食事とフラだけで数百ドル！時間も半分ぐらいだし・・・
検討されている方がいれば参考になればと思います。

The whole night was fun and a memorable experience. The food was good, entertainment was excellent and staff very courteous and accommodating.
We would highly recommend this Sunset Dinner Cruise on a Friday night to see the fireworks.

I’ve always wanted to go to a luau and this didn’t disappoint!! I enjoyed the food, the entertainment while we ate and the desert! My friend and I also got some hula lessons!! A huge highlight for me, I’ve always wanted to try hula dancing. After dinner we got to see the show, with performances from the 1940s up to the present! I especially liked the fire dancing. My friend and and I enjoyed this experience and I would say it was worth it! So if you’re like to have a luau experience with a rocking show, I would recommend trying this.

Highlight was the Polynesian show. Food was ok, deserts were good. Complimentary drinks were average. Purchased drinks were pricey. Overall, did not get to see much of a sunset by being busy with the food and the show. It felt more like sitting in a restaurant since the boat was moving slow and sturdy unless you come out to grab the food.

Really enjoyed this unique experience. Fireworks lasted for a decent amount of time. Boat ride was very bumpy, but it was also my first time on a boat so I wasn't sure what to expect, also sat at the front of the boat, which probably didn't help.

We had the most amazing night doing the luau and show. The hospitality was so beautiful, it was the best activity we did in waikiki. We travelled from New Zealand and appreciated how they sang us a maori song. The show was outstanding, we could not fault one thing. Thank you for the amazing time and showing us your beautiful culture.

Me and 3 friends came here and were blown away. The food was absolutely stunning and the entertainment was unreal. We travelled from New Zealand and were serenaded with a special maori (native language of NZ) song. The hospitality was just beautiful and the show was super fun!! Would recommend this over any other ones.

Unfortunately, the weather wasn't great, but there was a wide variety of drinks, and I enjoyed the humorous announcements as well.

あいにくお天気よくなかったんですが、ドリンクも豊富でしたし、ユーモアたっぷりなアナウンスも楽しみました。

There were other ships participating, but this was my first time. I got the impression that it was a solid company, as I checked in at the counter of the cruise company located in the hotel and went over the liability waiver. The sunset finally began on the return trip, offering a different impression from the outbound journey. They mentioned unlimited drinks, but I didn't particularly like the taste of the free drinks and couldn't finish one. Beer and champagne are available for an additional charge. Occasionally, there were large waves, so the ship had its unique rocking motion. I saw someone who couldn't move due to seasickness, so I think it's better for those who are really sensitive to have motion sickness medication. In any case, I recommend it for those who want to enjoy a luxurious 90 minutes of doing nothing.

他の船での参加はありましたたが、こちらは初めて。ホテル内にある船会社のカウンターでチェックインを受け免責についてチェックをするなどしっかりした会社という印象。サンセットは復路からようやく始まり、往路とはまた違った印象が味わえます。飲み放題とのことですが、無料のドリンクの味はあまり好みではなく１杯飲みきれず、ビールやシャンパンは別料金です。時々大きな波がくるため船独特の揺れはあります。船酔いで動けなくなった方がいたので本当に弱い方は酔い止めがあったほうが良いと思います。とにかく９０分、何もしない贅沢な時間を味わいたい方におすすめです。

I returned home on a flight tomorrow afternoon, and I went there the night before. The location might be hard to understand just by reading about it, but there are clear video explanations on Instagram and other platforms, so checking in advance should help you navigate smoothly.

The food had a good balance of flavor and portion size (it's a buffet, so it's up to you). I mentioned that I have allergies regarding the welcome drink, and they kindly exchanged the Mai Tai for another soft drink.

The show likely resonates differently depending on your generation and preferences, so there might be moments that appeal to me and others that appeal to you. However, I enjoyed the entire show while maintaining the initial momentum.

Here are two pieces of advice for those who will be going:
(1) Check in a bit early. We arrived around 5:10 PM, and there were already quite a few guests seated. It gets crowded close to the deadline, and joining the buffet after the time has passed can feel like you're missing out.
(2) Use the restroom before the meal time ends. The transition to the theater happens suddenly and orderly, and once seated, it’s difficult to leave (this is generally true overseas, so it’s best to go when you can rather than thinking you’ll go later).

明日はお昼の飛行機で帰国、という夜に行ってきました。
場所は文章で読むと分かりにくいですが、Instagramなどでも分かりやすく動画説明されていていますので事前チェックしておけば迷わずスムーズかと思います。
食事は程よい味と量(ビュッフェなのでご本人次第)。ウェルカムドリンクはアレルギーがあるのでとお願いしたらマイタイから別のソフトドリンクに交換していただけました。
ショーはおそらく世代や趣向によって刺さるツボが違うので、ある場面では私が、別の場面ではあなたが、というノリになるかと思いますが、最初の勢いを維持したままショー全体が進行し楽しめました。
これからいかれる方へのアドバイスとして2点。
(1)少し早めにチェックインする。我が家は17:10頃に行きましたが既に先客がそれなりに着席されていました。締切間際は混むのと、時間すぎてからビュッフェに参加するのは出遅れ感出てせっかくなのに残念です。
(2)お手洗いは食事の時間が終わる少し前までに済ませておく。
シアターへは突然かつ整然と移動することになり、着席後は離席もしにくいです(海外全般の話になるかと思いますが、後で行こうとは思わずに行ける時に行く、というのが基本)。

We did not have the dinner. We only purchased show tickets. The show was enjoyable. A mix of Hawaiian tradition with some rock and roll.

I'm glad I was able to enjoy food that can only be experienced in Hawaii. However, even though the meeting time was at 5:30 PM, we didn't start eating until around 6:15 to 6:30 PM, which was quite a wait. The food is delicious, so I recommend it for those who are patient.

It was great that the waiter communicated with us in Japanese.

The show was very entertaining, and we had good seats. The venue was cold, so it's better to bring a jacket. It was a great experience to see hula dancing from various generations. The performances, including those mimicking Elvis and Michael Jackson, got the audience excited, but for kids and younger generations like us, it wasn't very familiar, so we couldn't tell how similar they were. The kids were fast asleep. But it was really cool. I highly recommend it for people of that generation!

ハワイでしか体験できないご飯が食べられてよかったです。しかし、集合が17時30分なのに、ご飯を食べ始められたのは18時15〜30分ととても待ちました。ご飯はおいしいので気が長い方にはおすすめです。
ウェイトレスのお兄さんが日本語を交えながらコミュニケーションをとってくれてよかったです。

ショーはとても面白く、いい席で見せてもらえます。ショー会場は寒いので上着があった方がいいです。様々な年代のフラダンスを見れていい経験となりました。
レイビス？やマイケルジャクソンのモノマネで会場が盛り上がりますが、子供や若い世代の自分たちには馴染みが薄く似ているかはよくわからなかったです。子供は爆睡していました。でもとてもかっこよかったです。世代の人はとってもおすすめです！！

I usually don't take boats because I get seasick, but I've been coming to Hawaii for about 40 years. I've always watched the boats depart from the hotel, so I decided to challenge myself! I can hardly speak English, but I still felt really good about it. ⛵⛵⛵

酔うので船は乗ることがないのですが、HAWAIIに来始めて約40年。ホテルからいつも出港するのを見ていてせっかくなのでチャレンジ！私は殆ど英会話はできませんが、それでもとても気分が良かったです⛵⛵⛵

My parents and I had a great time. Loved that the performers were energetic. The food was great, especially the beef roast. Would go again and definitely recommend. Loved the ukelele performer, she sung a song for my parent's anniversary. It was a nice personal touch. Elvis and MJ impersonators were spot in and didn't try too hard. The fire performer was the cutest and was a nice surprise. I had the chance to learn a hula dance. Would recommend if you do not have a vip package to save your complimentary mai Tai to drink during dinner, lol I regretted not doing that. You do have the option to purchase more drinks though. I had virgin one and it was so tasty. The workers are polite and helpful. A great overall experience.

We had the best time with the Star of Honolulu. The captain was very welcoming, and the staff was first rate. Our restaurant wait person Tina, was very prompt in meeting our needs. She was friendly and efficient. The entertainment was excellent, and the food was tasty and plentiful. We sat next to a couple of other travelers and thoroughly enjoyed our conversation. I would recommend this cruise to everyone!

A really fun trip that is great for groups of friends and families. I went with both, including a child and we all had fun! Beautiful views all around and plenty of good photo ops. You won’t be wearing shoes and will be walking through water so make sure you are wearing clothes you don’t mind getting wet! If you get sea sick just stay shoreside until the party is over :).

The captivating dance was impressive and very enjoyable. I think my satisfaction would increase even more if there were more experiences that included dance. After all, the weak yen is quite severe.

魅惑のダンスは見応えがあって、とても良かったです。もうちょっとダンスを含めて体験が多いと満足感が更に増すと思います。何せ、円安がひどいので。

I signed up for this tour to express my gratitude to my mother during our trip to Hawaii, as a son from a mother-son family.

Even though we arrived just in time for the meeting, the staff kindly guided us, and we enjoyed a welcome drink of Mai Tai. The alcohol was strong, so it really hit me due to the jet lag, but from there, we enjoyed hula dancing, a buffet, and a show while feeling great.

The staff members who performed hula during the buffet danced tirelessly, which was impressive. One of the musicians played the ukulele and sang a Teresa Teng song after realizing we were Japanese. My mother even participated in the hula dance lesson and was moved throughout the experience.

I was very excited during the show since I personally love Michael Jackson, and the girl who sang the song from Moana gave me goosebumps with her singing ability. It was truly an unforgettable experience.

At first, I hesitated to sign up, but I'm glad I did. Thank you very much.

The food was delicious, so I will upload pictures of the meals.

母息子家族の息子から母への感謝を込めてのハワイ旅行で
ハワイにきた実感を母に伝えたく今回このツアーに申し込みました。
集合時間ギリギリに到着したにも関わらず、
スタッフの方々が心よく案内してくれ、
そこからウェルカムドリンクでマイタイ飲みました。
アルコールが強いので時差ボケの体にはすごく沁みましたが、そこからフラダンス、ビュッフェ、ショーと、とっても気持ちが良い気分のまま楽しめました。
特にビュッフェ中のフラダンスのスタッフの方々は、
ずっと連続で踊りっぱなしで心配になる程必死に踊ってくれたり、ウクレレを引いてくれる方は、
僕らが日本人と分かったあとテレサテンの歌を披露、
フラダンスのレッスンにも母が参加し、母は、終始感動してました。
ショーの方も私自身マイケルジャクソンが好きなのでとても興奮しましたし、
モアナの歌を歌ってくれた女の子の歌唱力にも鳥肌。
とても忘れられない体験となりました。
最初は申し込もうか悩みましたが、
観れてよかったです。
本当にありがとうございました。

ご飯も美味しかったので画像はご飯をご飯類をアップします。

We really enjoyed our Luau dinner and Show! We were sat with other guests and started the night off with fresh pineapple and Mai Tais, which were delicious! The performers were very friendly and the food was great, including the vegan option for my wife, which was a Beyond patty and salad. The pork was great, but my favorite was the roast beef. The show was very impressive as well; their Elvis and Michael Jackson impressions were great! They also had a traditional fire-knife performer and this was very entertaining as well!

Very customer focused from check-in through the dinner service & when we debarked. Food was very tasty & plentiful! Would do it again especially on a Fri night when the Hilton Hotel had a wonderful fireworks display.

Excellent service food was great the staff super friendly the show was amazing my whole family and I had excellent time I will give 5 ⭐️ to veltra and the star of Honolulu for the amazing night see you soon