All Reviews for Honolulu Nightlife & Things to Do

[Reviewed by HawaiiActivities.com Staff]

We did the dinner cruise with the Nova Five Star on the 4th deck of the boat and it was a treat and we really had a great time. Their table set up at the Super Nova Room was so beautiful, clean, so organized, and elegant! We had our own private table seating next to the window and we enjoyed the night view even without having to explore the boat.

We thoroughly enjoyed the delicious dinner. The steak was exceptionally tender, and the fresh fruit sorbet was our favorite. The servers provided excellent service as well, and the entertainment complemented the rainy weather, creating a more relaxing atmosphere.

Anyone looking for a romantic celebration on Valentine's Day, Anniversary, or any special occasion, the NOVA Five Star aboard the Star of Honolulu is an ideal choice.

For those seeking for a smaller crowd and more privacy, I would recommend booking the Nova Five Star cruise on Thursdays as it is not as busy as on the weekends.

We have taken the sunset booze cruise several times in Hawaii. We enjoy it thoroughly… We love how the crew engages everyone and wants everyone to have a great time! We will book this again next time we come to Oahu!

The Royal Hawaiian Center on the 4th floor of Waikiki's bustling area has excellent access! I debated whether to get a ticket with a buffet dinner, but I didn't want to be restricted by time, so I opted for just the viewing ticket and enjoyed a leisurely dinner at a restaurant within the center.

The seating is arranged in a circular shape with 180-degree views, divided into three blocks, with the center being reserved seating and the sides being general seating. Since it was a weekday night, there were only about a third of the seats filled on the day I attended.

The show included hula dancing, a live performance by two superstars, fire performances, and Disney songs, making for a fun night that really lifted my spirits!

ワイキキ繁華街のロイヤルハワイアンセンター4階の常設施設内なので、アクセス抜群です！
ブュッフェディナー付きのチケットか悩みましたが、時間の縛りが嫌だったので観覧のみのチケットにして夜ご飯はセンター内のレストランでゆっくり過ごしました。
席は180度円形型の座席で、3ブロック分かれている内の中央が指定席、左右が自由席のようです。
平日の夜だったこともあってか、観覧した日は三分の一くらいのお客さんでした。
フラダンンス＋スーパースター2名のライブ＋ファイヤーパフォーマンス＋ディズニーソングと盛りだくさんの内容で、テンションが上がる楽しい夜が過ごせました！

I have seen fireworks from other catamarans several times. At that time, I boarded from the pier and didn't get wet, but this time I had to enter the sea from the sandy beach and climb up the stairs, so I got quite wet and it was cold. The same was true when getting off; everyone ended up covered in sand and it was a hassle. Many people were angry. I think it would have been better if they had informed us that we would have to enter the sea when boarding and disembarking. I would have liked a place to wash my feet and towels when we got off.

何度か他のカタマランで花火を見た事があります。
その時は桟橋からの乗船で濡れる事はは無かったのですが　今回は砂浜から海に入って階段を登るのでかなり濡れてしまい寒かったです。
降りる時も同じで皆、砂だらけになってしまい困っていました。
怒ってる方も沢山いました。
乗船する時、降りる時海に入る事を書いておいてもらえたら良かったと思います。
降りた時足を洗う所とタオルが欲しかったです。

It was quite a pleasant experience, the staff was very friendly, the catamaran was clean and tidy, the bar service was quick. The view to the island and the fireworks was amazing. Really recommend the experience if you are in Waikiki on a Friday evening.

Right on HHV grounds, easy to get too, a wonderful night!

From a stable catamaran, you can enjoy the view of Waikiki Beach and feel the sunset... Whether it's your first time in Hawaii or you're a repeat visitor, this is a time I highly recommend.

This is my third time participating. Although there isn't a Japanese guide, the fun is definitely felt. This time, I was with a group of Japanese tourists, so the atmosphere was a bit different, but thanks to the weather and the calm sea, we were able to fully enjoy the beautiful sunset.

I haven't participated in other catamaran tours, so I can't make comparisons, but I can recommend this tour for the peace of mind it offers while enjoying a blissful sunset! If you're unsure, definitely give it a try at least once! 😊

安定したカタマラン船で海の上から、ワイキキビーチを眺め、サンセットを感じる・・
ハワイが初めてでも、リピーターでも、ぜひおすすめしたい時間です。

今回は3度目の参加になります。
日本語ガイドはないけれど、その楽しさは十分感じられます。
今回は日本人団体さんと一緒だったので、盛り上がりは少し違いましたが、
天候、おだやかな海のおかげで、きれいなサンセットを堪能できました。
他のカタマランツアーに参加したことがないので、比較はできないですが、
安心してサンセットの至福な時間を楽しめる点でおすすめできるツアーです！
迷ったら、是非、一度は参加してみてください(^^)v

Delish food, fun times and gorgeous views! Worth it!

There isn't enough gratitude that I can express for the staff at the Rock-A Hula show! I came with a date, but my flight arrived in late, so my date was there, but I missed everything up to the dinner and show.

They were so accommodating ensuring my date received all the perks that were promised, and kept her company until I arrived. Then, when I got there, they even accepted my bags, and brought me food to ensure I ate enough before the show! Just great customer service.

Now the show... Just awesome. As a musician, everything was on point. The band, vocals, especially the Elvis act! Highly recommend and glad it was the first thing we did to get me back in good spirits after missing some of the action due to my flight.

Thanks staff! What a great experience!

The atmosphere is nice while listening to live Hawaiian music. Although the variety is limited, the portions are enormous. I think it's better for everyone to order different main dishes.

生ハワイバンドを聞きながら、雰囲気はいいです。
品数が少ないが、量が物凄く。メインは皆で違うものを頼んだ方がいいとおもいました。

This time, my family and I participated in the dinner show "Rock-a-Hula" for the first time. After having dinner, we watched the show. First, regarding the dinner, there were a decent number of dishes, so I think you'll feel full. However, the meat was a bit tough and didn't taste very good. As for the show, the seats we had were excellent, so we had a great view. There was hula dancing, and impersonators of Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson, which made it quite lively and enjoyable. It seems that there are options to just attend the show, so I think it would be nice to have a meal in Waikiki and then enjoy the performance.

今回、初めてディナーショーの「ロック・ア・フラ」に家族で参加しました。
ディナーを頂いてから、ショーの観戦という流れでした。まず、ディナーですが品数もそこそこありお腹いっぱいにはなると思います。ただし、お肉は固めであまり美味しいと感じませんでした。ショーの方は、観戦した席が大変良かったので、よく見えました。フラダンスあり、エルビスプレスリー・マイケルジャクソンのそっくりさんのショーがあったり結構盛り上がり、楽しめました。ショーだけもあるようなので、ワイキキあたりで好きな食事をし、観賞するのもありだと思います。

It's a show that delights tourists. You can enjoy it with dinner included. The shows featuring Presley and Michael Jackson were a hit even with Americans, and the audience was singing along.

観光客に喜ばれるショーです。ディナー付きで楽しめます。プレスリーとマイケルジャクソンのショーはアメリカ人にとってもウケて、客席の方々歌ってました。

Food and service was good. Views were outstanding. Nice entertainment.

The whole experience was relaxing and Nice.It was quite windy .
One complimentary drink was provided .

Since we were the only Japanese couple, Mr. Akira Ogawa approached us before the show started and explained, "I'll include some Japanese as we go along." Once the show began, the host entertained us with fun magic tricks and jokes in easily understandable English. During Mr. Ogawa's show, I was even called upon as the only participating Japanese person, which allowed me to feel a sense of unity with the other audience members, transcending the language barrier in what felt like a brief but enjoyable hour.

I've been to Hawaii over twenty times, but since I usually focus on outdoor activities, it was a great decision to participate in a show this time. It was truly enjoyable to see Mr. Ogawa's magic, which is said to be the best in the world, up close.

日本人は私たち夫婦のみだったためか、緒川集人さんから、ショウが始まる前に声をかけていただき「様子を見て日本語も入れますから。」などと説明していただけました。ショウが始まると、聞き取り易い英語で司会の方がジョークを入れた楽しいマジックを見せてくれ、緒川さんのショウでは、唯一参加している日本人として振られる突っ込みもあり、言葉の壁を越えて他の観客の人たちと一体感を感じながらのあっという間の１時間でした。
ハワイは、これまで２０数回来ているのですが、アウトドアが専門だったので、今回はこれまでと違ったショウを楽しんでみようと参加したのが大正解でした。
世界一と言われる緒川さんのマジックを間近で見ることができて本当に楽しかったです。

The hula show lesson was lively, with participants enjoying themselves. The buffet had an overwhelming volume, and the roast beef was delicious.

The entertainment show that followed was very realistic, and even if you're not a fan of Elvis or Michael, you'll have a great time.

フラショーのレッスンがあり、楽しく参加されてる方々が盛り上がってました。食事は、ビュッフェで食べきれないボリュームでローストビーフがおいしかったです。

移動してのエンターテイメントショーも、リアリティーがあり
エルビスやマイケルのファンでなくてもすごく楽しめますよ。

My birthday dinner. I thought it would be nice to try casual dining for a change, so I made a reservation for the live music. Even though I mentioned it was my birthday, there wasn't any special service. When I told the waiter who brought my last coffee that I wished he would have at least said "Happy Birthday," the live band played "Happy Birthday" for me.
For dessert, I had a super sweet ice cream (see photo).

自分の誕生日ディナー。たまにはカジュアルダイニングもよいかと、生演奏目当てに予約。誕生日だと伝えてたのに、特にサービスもなし。最後のコーヒーを頼んだボーイに誕生日おめでとうくらいいってほしかったわと伝えると、生バンドが、happyバースデーを演奏してくれました。　
デザートは甘〜いアイス（写真）でした。

I had a great time. The food was good, and I enjoyed the show as well. Since the meal started late, I think it would be even better if it started earlier.

楽しかったです。
食事内容もよく、ショーも楽しめました。
食事のスタートが遅かったので、早いと、さらに良いと思います

It was quite impressive, and although the impersonations were somewhat cliché, I enjoyed it enough. The guests from the neighboring country were loud and disruptive. There were issues with the seating ranks.

なかなか迫力あり、ものまねもベタなものだったが充分楽しめた。隣国の客が大声で話してうるさかった。席のランクでのトラブルが起きていた。

It was about a 15-minute walk from Ala Moana Center, located in a corner of a warehouse district. I recognized it right away by the monkey sign. The door had a note in Japanese asking to ring the bell. Since there were no windows and I couldn't see inside at all, it took some courage, but before I pressed the bell, a staff member opened the door with a smile, possibly having checked with a camera.

Inside, there were art pieces illuminated by black lights, creating a cool atmosphere. The restroom was clean and had soap at the sink. They keep your belongings in plastic cases. Since the room is reserved for us, we could leave valuables in a corner.

I layered a T-shirt I brought, so I didn't use the poncho and enjoyed doodling on the canvas, wall, and T-shirt I received. I recommend shaking the splatter gun with fluorescent ink well before use. They make sure the canvas can be taken home in a box.

The staff didn't understand Japanese at all, but they were kind and spoke slowly, and gestures helped communicate, so it wasn't a problem. The store's website states it opens at 4 PM, so it's good to confirm when making a reservation.

In a room lit by black lights, listening to music while splattering fluorescent ink and making a mess, I could enjoy myself without worrying about getting dirty. It was a rare experience that I usually can't have. The canvas souvenir was also a nice touch.

アラモアナセンターから徒歩15分位、倉庫街の一角にありました。猿の看板ですぐにわかりました。ドアには日本語でベルを鳴らしてと書いてありました。窓もなく中の様子が全くわからないので勇気がいりましたがカメラで確認していたのかベルを押す前に中からスタッフの方が笑顔でドアを開けてくれました。
店内はブラックライトで照らされたアート作品が飾ってありクールな雰囲気です。トイレは綺麗で流しには石鹸がありました。
荷物はプラケースに入れ預かってくれます。1部屋貸切りなので貴重品は隅に置いておけます。
持参したＴシャツを重ね着したのでポンチョは使用せず受取ったキャンバスや壁、Ｔシャツにも落書きを楽しみました。蛍光インクのスプラッターガンはよく振ってから使用する事をお勧めします。キャンバスは箱に入れて持ち帰れるようにしてくれます。

スタッフの方は日本語は全く通じませんが親切でゆっくり話してくれジェスチャーでも伝わるので問題ないです。お店のHPでは16時からとなっているので予約時に要確認です。

ブラックライトで照らさせた部屋で音楽を聞きながら蛍光インクを飛ばし部屋を汚す、汚れる事を気にせず思いっきり楽しめる。普段味わう事が出来ない貴重な体験でした。キャンバスのお土産もあり良かったです。

Das Waikiki Luau Dinner bestach durch sein überaus freundliches Personal und das hervorragende Essen, das traditionelle polynesische Geschmäcker gekonnt in Szene setzte. Besondere Höhepunkte des Abends waren die mitreißende Polynesische Show und die spektakulären Auftritte der Doubles von Elvis Presley und Michael Jackson. Diese Darbietungen brachten eine einzigartige Energie und Begeisterung, die das Publikum faszinierte. Die Kombination aus exzellenter Gastfreundschaft, kulinarischen Highlights und diesen hochkarätigen Performances machte unseren Besuch zu einem unvergesslichen Erlebnis. Ein absolutes Muss für alle, die einen Hauch von Hollywood in der hawaiianischen Kultur erleben möchten.

The food and atmosphere were great. I chose the 5-star option to watch the Hilton fireworks from the deck on Friday, but people from the lower floor started removing the chain from the stairs and crowded onto the deck before the fireworks started. After quite some time, the staff began to check if people were 5-star guests, but I thought it was too late.

お料理も雰囲気も良かったです。金曜日でデッキからヒルトンの花火を見るために5スターにしたのですが、花火の時間前から下のフロアーの人が、階段のチェーンを外しデッキに入ってくて混雑。
だいぶ経ってからスタッフが５スターかどうか確認を始めましたが遅いかと思います。

I visited here quite a while ago, and it feels like it has been upgraded. There are various shows centered around Elvis and Michael, as well as a fire show and other performances with things hanging from the ceiling. I might come back in a few years.

かなり前に一度来たことがありまたが、グレードアップした気がします。
エルビスとマイケルのショーを中心にファイヤーショー、また天井から吊らされたりといろいろあります。また何年か後に来ようかな

We visited for our family's first trip to Hawaii. The cheerful staff greeted us warmly, allowing us to start our meal in a fun atmosphere. While the variety of the buffet wasn't very extensive, each dish (especially the roast beef) was very delicious, and we were satisfied.

After the buffet, we went inside the building to enjoy a show. We were able to enjoy various types of music, including hula dancing, fire dancing, and popular songs from America. I highly recommend seeing it at least once when traveling to Hawaii.

家族で初めてのハワイ旅行で訪れました。明るい店員が気さくに話しかけてくれて、楽しい気分で食事を始めることが出来ました。ビュッフェの種類自体はそれほど多くなかったですが、一つ一つの料理（特にローストビーフ）はとてもおいしく、満足できました。
ビュッフェの後は建物内に入り、ショーを楽しみました。フラダンスやファイヤーダンス、アメリカで流行った曲など、様々な種類の音楽を楽しむことが出来ました。ハワイに旅行する際、ぜひ一回見てみることをお勧めします。

The buffet-style meal featured a menu that was very much in line with Hawaiian cuisine, and I was delighted to be able to try items that I probably wouldn't have had the chance to enjoy during my stay. Additionally, there were whole pineapples and a welcome drink service with Mai Tai, which made it a lot of fun. I also had the rare opportunity to see hula dancing up close during the meal, which was a precious experience. We visited for our honeymoon, and I was thrilled that there was a ukulele performance at each table.

The show after dinner was more authentic and spectacular than I had imagined, and it was truly moving! I had wondered how the combination of hula and rock would work, but it turned out to be a wonderful show where both styles matched beautifully, allowing us to have a very enjoyable time. In particular, the performances that traced history evoked a sense of nostalgia and were wonderfully structured to captivate the audience. I would love to visit again if I have the chance.

ビュッフェ形式のお食事は、ハワイらしいメニューになっており、意外と滞在中に口にする機会のなさそうなものを頂くことができ、嬉しかったです。また、まるごとのパイナップルや、ウェルカムドリンクでマイタイのサービスなどもあり、とても楽しめました。また、お食事中にフラダンスを間近で見ることができ、貴重な時間でした。新婚旅行で伺いましたが、席ごとにウクレレの演奏もしていただき、嬉しかったです。

お食事後のショーは想像していたよりも本格的で、華やかで感動しました！
フラダンスとロックの組み合わせはどんなだろう？と思っていましたが、両者の良さが見事にマッチした素晴らしいショーになっており、とても楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。特に、歴史を辿るような演出は懐かしさも感じられ、人を惹きつける素晴らしい構成になっているなと思いました。
機会があればまた訪れたいです。

It was a lively and energetic performance by the Frat Show that really pulled you in.

When I arrived before the opening time, there was already a long line, and everyone seemed to be eagerly anticipating the ball party.

The performances by the carefully selected dancers were impressive and made for a truly enjoyable festive moment.

Thank you very much.

ご機嫌のノリとグイグイ引っ張る熱量のフラ・ショーでした。

開場時間前に到着したところ、すでに大行列で、みなさん、お待ちかねのボールパーティーのようでした。

厳選されたダンサーの方々のパフォーマンスは見応え抜群、楽しい祝祭のひとときでした。

ありがとうございました。

This may have been the only time, but all the participants except for us were from the mainland United States. Therefore, there was almost no support in Japanese, and even for us, who are not too uncomfortable with English, we ended up not understanding much of the content. If we had knowledge of constellations, we might have understood better. However, I thought it was a valuable experience to be able to see Saturn and other planets through the telescope. Also, at the end, they gave us a photo as a gift.

今回だけかもしれませんが、参加者は私たち以外、全員アメリカ本土からの方たちばかりでした。
ですので、日本語でのフォローもほとんどなく、英語にそれほど不自由しない私たちでも内容があまり理解できずに終わりました。
星座の知識があれば理解できたかもしれませんが。
ただ、土星などは望遠鏡で見ることができて、貴重な体験だったと思いました。また、最後に写真をプレゼントしてくれました。

Sadly due to traffic I missed the boat by a minute I had checked how long it would take to get there when planning my leave time and I was quoted 45 every time when I was staying only 25 miles away however traffic was crazy and it ended up being an hour and a half drive we pulled into parking at exactly 1745 and the boat was pulling out as I was running to it. Gave a rating of Good because the boat left exactly on time and if I had been on board that would have been great

My wife and I attended the luau show. Before the show started, there were several events prepared, and we had a great time. At the same table, a couple from the mainland talked to us, and we had a nice interaction. The show was also very impressive and enjoyable. Thank you very much.

家内と2人でルアウショーに参加致しました。
ショーが始まる前に幾つかイベントも用意されていて楽しく過ごせました。
同じテーブルではメインランドから来たご夫婦が話しかけてくださり、良い交流もできました。
ショーも大迫力で楽しかったです。
ありがとうございました。

I had never experienced such a rainy trip during the rainy season in Hawaii in December. Since the last day was also forecasted to be rainy, I made a last-minute reservation with Veltra the night before.

At the dinner buffet, we were seated near some Japanese guests, which allowed us to take photos and enjoy conversations together. It was amazing to see the hula dance up close during the meal.

Although we didn't have the top-tier tickets for the show venue, we were close to the stage and it was exhilarating! Elvis came right up to us, and we even got to shake hands. Unfortunately, the scarf was given to someone at the next table... Even though we aren't very good at English, we were able to enjoy the stage thoroughly and would love to come back.

It's definitely not a cheap option, but I think it's worth seeing at least once.

Thank you for the precious time!

12月雨季の中のハワイ旅行、こんなに雨に降られた旅行はありませんでした。
最終日も雨予報だったので、前日夜にveltraさんで急遽予約をして参加しました。

ディナーブュッフェでは、日本人の方を近くに配置していただいたので、お互いに写真を撮ったり会話を楽しんだり出来ました。
食事中には間近でフラダンスを見れ最高でした。

ショー会場も最上ランクのチケットではありませんでしたがステージに近く大興奮！
エルビスが目の前まできてくれ握手もできました。残念ながらスカーフは隣の席の方にプレゼントされましたが…
英語がそんなに得意ではない私たちでも十分楽しめるステージで、またきたいと思いました。
決して安くないオプショナルですが一見の価値はあると思います。

貴重な時間をありがとうございました