All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

The experience started with a pick-up, and we got to see a wonderful show on-site. Above all, my two-year-old child was quietly captivated. This made me realize just how amazing the show truly is.

We opted for the standard plan. The food had a lot of meat, and the taste was decent. The show featured dances from Hawaii and other Polynesian cultures presented in a storytelling format. Personally, as someone who practices hula dancing, I was truly moved to see how each dance resembled those from different countries.

The staff's service was excellent, and I was very satisfied! I would love to bring my parents next time.

送迎から始まり、現地での素晴らしいショーを見させて頂きました。
何より２歳の子供がおとなしく見入っていた。
そのことでもやはり素晴らしいショーなんだなと思いました。

今回はスタンダードプランでした。
料理は肉が多めという感じです。味はそこそこでした。
ショーはハワイをはじめ、ポリネシアの踊りが物語形式で出てきます。
個人的にもフラダンスをやっているので、各踊りがどの国の踊りと似ているのかという観点でみていると本当に感動しました。

スタッフの方の対応もよく満足！
次は両親でもつれてきたいですね。

This time, we participated as a three-generation family, including small children. Since it was early April, the rooftop of the hotel was quite cool, and with the wind, it felt cold even with a light jacket. Not just us, but those around us also seemed to be feeling the chill. We took a commemorative photo at the entrance, and it was up to us whether to purchase it later. After being seated, we were served juice or cocktails, and then we had to wait in a long line to get food from the buffet before the show, which was quite tiring. Since the children's and adults' food stations were in different places, I had to line up for the children's food first, and then go to the adults' station, which was a bit of a hassle. Aside from the food, the show featured hula dancing, male dancers, and some active performances with fire, making it quite fulfilling. After the show, there was a farewell from the cast at the exit, where we could take photos. I thought it was a nice opportunity to see such a well-organized show up close.

今回は小さな子供を含む３世代での参加でした。４月のはじめということもあってか、ホテルの屋上はかなり涼しく、風もあり羽織ものを持っていても寒かったです。私たちだけではなく周りも寒そうにしておりました。入り口で記念写真をとり、後で購入するかは、自由でした。席に着くジューズかカクテルを持って来てもらい、すこしして、ショーの前にビュフェの料理で取りに行くのにかなり並び、食事にありつくまで、疲れてしまいました。子供用と大人用の食事を取りにいくのが違う所だったので、子供の所に並んで、、、それから大人の所に並んでと、いった感じで、めんどうでした。食事をのぞけば、ショーはフラダンスや、男性のダンス、そして、男性が火を使ったアクティブなものもあり、なかなか充実しておりました。ショーが終わってから出口のところでは、キャストのかたのお見送りがあり、そこでは、写真撮影ができました。身近でこのようなまとまったショーを見るにはいいのではとおもいました。

Booked an "Ambassador Package" as it seemed to offer a comprehensive itinerary and very glad we did as it took care of all the planning necessary to view the centre in a day.
The prime rib and seafood buffet was as good as expected considering the amount of guests it was catering for. The different cultural villages provided a good mix of information and humour as not to overload visitors brains. Guest involvement in traditional customs such as weaving and drumming was fun.
The "Ha" show was excellent, keeping the audience fully focused and entertained.
I would recommend the travel inclusive package from Waikiki. Smooth bus operation and after a full day, an opportunity to relax after the event. The guide on the outward journey was entertaining and informative.
What really made this a day to remember was our centre guide "Tori". Through all our years travelling the world, she was beyond doubt the most friendly, informative and caring person we have ever encountered in this role.

Went on the Friday night fireworks dinner cruise. Must admit that the whole experience exceeded our expectations. Food was better than expected, boat was smooth, position for the fireworks was good (could have been closer I think). Was not rushed, felt like the crew was there to help us have fun - unlike other places that make you feel like a transaction...

I visited after more than 20 years. The Japanese student guide, YURI, was very energetic and it was fun until the end. Since I booked the deluxe option, I was able to watch an amazing show from the best seats, and I was truly moved. This is a show that you must see when you go to Hawaii (laughs).

If I had to mention a downside, the buffet-style meal was delicious, but each portion was quite large (the pieces of meat were huge). As a big eater, I was disappointed that I couldn't try all the varieties. Even so, I think it's a wonderful activity.

20数年ぶりに訪れました。ガイドの日本人留学生のYURIさんはテンションが高く、最後までノリノリで楽しかったです。デラックスで申し込みましたので最高の席で圧巻のショーを観ることが出来て本当に感動いたしました。このショーはハワイに行ったら必ず観ないといけません（笑）
難を言えばビッフェスタイルの食事は美味しいのですが、ひとつひとつの量が大変大きく（ひとつの肉の塊がデカイ）くいしんぼの私ですが全ての種類が食べられなく残念でした。
それを割り引いても素晴らしいアクティビティだと思います。

I forgot the names of the fellas operating the catamaran, but they were a great host. They hooked us up with a great time, mai-tais (as much as you can drink), and fireworks. Just a great night, relaxing with the wife and chillin' out listening to great Hawai'ian reggae.

Veltra gave the cheap price, we took a tour guide that helped covering most of the place at Polynesia cultural center

On March 20th, my spouse and I participated. As seen in the reviews, the sunset was beautiful, and the atmosphere on the boat was friendly, making it a fantastic experience. We were lucky to also do some whale watching that day. Thank you for the happy time. Mahalo!

3月20日に、夫婦で参加しました。口コミで見た通り、夕日が綺麗に見え、船内もフレンドリーで最高に楽しめました。当日は、たまたまホエールウォッチングも出来てラッキーでした。(^ ^)
幸せな時間ありがとうございました。 マハロ〜♪( ´θ｀)ノ

I participated with three friends from my student days. One of them, who I hadn't seen in ten years, requested, "I want to see the sunset on a boat!" Since it was a special occasion, I thought it would be nice to surprise her with the Hilton fireworks, so I chose this tour on Friday. Most of the participants that day were from Europe and America, with just the three of us Japanese and four people from Korea from Asia. The guidance and instructions were in English, but we managed... The sunset came early in the season, so the wait was long and cold, but the night view of Waikiki from the sea was beautiful, and the fireworks were amazing. My friend was very happy. It's a tour that I hope many people can enjoy, so be sure to dress warmly!

学生時代の友人3名で参加しました。その中のハワイ10年ぶりの友人の「船上でサンセットが見たい！」のリクエストでした。せっかくなので彼女にサプライズ（？）で、ヒルトンの花火を見せてあげたいと思って金曜日のこのツアーにしました。当日の参加者はほとんど欧米の方で、アジアからは私達3名の日本人と4名の韓国の方でした。案内も注意事項も英語ですが、なんとか・・。サンセットの時間が早い季節だったのでそれまでの時間が長く寒かったけど、洋上から見るワイキキの夜景はきれいだったし・・花火は最高でした。友人もとても喜んでくれました。寒さ対策をして、沢山の方に楽しんでいただきたいツアーです！

I arranged this greeting for my family as a surprise and they loved it! We felt like VIP's at the arrivals gate and the Leis were absolutely beautiful. Our greeter was lovely and showed us where to meet our rental car shuttle after we got our bags. Thank you!

The classic luau show. The food is surprisingly good, but the content of the show itself is quite ordinary and traditional. If you don't mind the number of meals or dancers, the free Aloha Friday show at the Hyatt every Friday might be sufficient. On the day I attended, due to the weather, it was held indoors and there was no fire dance. That might be one reason it felt overpriced. There was no clear notice about the change of location, which left a somewhat unkind impression.

定番のルアウショー。食事が意外に美味しいので良いが、ショーの内容自体は昔ながらで極めて普通。食事やダンサーの人数に拘らなければ、毎週金曜日にハイアットでやってるアロハフライデーの無料ショーで十分かも。参加した日は天候の都合か屋内での開催でファイヤーダンスは無し。それも割高に感じた理由かも。場所が変更になった旨の分かりやすい案内もなく、ちょっと不親切な印象を受けた。

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.

My wife, 11 month old daughter, and boarded the Star of Honolulu, on the One Star package. The night started with a Mai Tai, which was quite strong (coming as a surprise to me as in my experience, “welcome drinks” tend to be very watered down), and we were taken to our table with our appetizers ready and waiting for us. The food was fantastic! I’m going to be honest; I had low expectations for the food. All you can eat crab on a ship, generally does not mean “high quality” to me. And boy was I proven wrong. The crab especially was very tasty, and my wife and I definitely took advantage of the “all you can eat” description. The show was also very fun to watch, with examples of dances of different styles from around Polynesia. The service from our waiter, Chad, was excellent as well: my water was never empty, empty plates were taken as soon as I was finished, and the crab kept coming. I’ve already suggested the Star of Honolulu to family members for when they visit.

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.

We were met as we emerged from the restricted area by a beautiful young lady who held a sign wishing our grandson Aloha to Hawaii. She presented him with a gorgeous white and purple lei that smelled so nice. It kept for a week in the fridge. We were all happy with the way it went and she even posed for a picture with him. Keep up the good work. I recommend them 100% Thanks, a happy customer.

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(^^；)

Excellent value, responsive and didicated to service. Thanks

I participated with my wife and sister. It was really great. We had planned to enjoy a sunset and fireworks while having dinner and a beer on a yacht cruise, but something unexpectedly wonderful happened. --- A whale jumped right next to the yacht! Everyone was surprised, shouting "Wow!" and it was a big commotion on the yacht! Afterward, we disembarked while enjoying the starry sky with a beer in hand. I want to go again!

妻と姉の3人で参加しました。メッチャ良かったです。サンセットと花火をディナーを食べながらビールを一杯飲んでヨットでクルーズの予定が、うれしい予定外のことがありました。---ヨットからすぐ傍でクジラがジャンプ！モーみんなびっくり、キャー・ワー、ヨット中大騒ぎ！ビール片手に星空鑑賞しながら下船。また行きたいなあё

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 boarded the ship on February 28th, and the weather was wonderful. The sunset over Diamond Head and the Hawaiian breeze felt great... I even saw whales, it was just amazing! Next time, I want to go with my family.

2月28日に乗船しました、天候にも恵まれ夕日にダイアモンドヘッドそしてハワイの風が気持ちいい…鯨まで見れてもう最高！次回は家族で行きたいです。

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。

We used this service as a family. It included my elderly parents, my uncle and aunt, and my siblings. The ages ranged from older to younger, but everyone was very satisfied. Feeling the wind while cruising on a yacht, which is different from a luxury cruise ship, was fun for us in a more attraction-like sense. However, there was no one who spoke Japanese, so we couldn't understand the pre-participation explanation at all, and we also couldn't follow the announcements during the cruise, which was a bit scary, but that was part of the charm. We enjoyed ourselves with the cheerful crew and other guests. Drinks were free, but there didn't seem to be any non-alcoholic options. For those who can't drink alcohol, you'll quickly realize after taking a sip that it's better to avoid it. Also, the meeting point at the Waikiki Ligar Catamaran was surprisingly hard to find. I recommend checking the map in advance.

家族で利用しました。
年配の両親、親戚のおじ夫婦、私たち兄弟です。
年齢は年配～若手までですが、全員大満足でした。
風を感じながら、豪華客船とは違うヨット？でのクルーズのほうが
私たちにとってはアトラクション的な意味合いでも、楽しかったです。
でも、日本語をしゃべれる人がいなかったので、参加前の説明もまったくわからず、
クルーズ中の案内もわからず・・って意味では少し怖かったけど、
それもご愛嬌。
陽気なクルーと、外人さんたちとみんなで楽しめました。
飲み物はフリーですが、ノンアルコールは、ない感じでした。
お酒が飲めない方は、一口飲めばすぐにわかると思いますが
飲まないほうが無難です。
あと集合場所のワイキキリガーカタマランが意外にわかりづらかったです。
事前に地図で調べていくことをお勧めします。

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

My wife and I enjoyed the activity.

It's simply fun. I was a bit anxious at first because there weren't many Japanese people, but once I toasted with a Mai Tai and had some drinks, it didn't matter. Surrounded by cheerful Westerners, I enjoyed the atmosphere, was moved by the sunset, and immersed myself in the travel experience.

I recommend using this on the last day of your trip.

単純に楽しいです。
あまり日本人がいないため最初はちょっと不安でしたが、マイタイで乾杯してお酒が入れば関係ありません。
陽気な西洋人に囲まれて一緒に盛り上がり、夕陽を見て感動し、旅情に浸れます。

利用は旅行の最終日がおススメです。

We were staying at the Sheraton for a friend's wedding and decided that this was close and a perfect way to spend an evening, and boy were we were right! The delicious and bottomless maitais made for a great night and the best way to enjoy Hawaii's signiature sunshine.

The boat boarded right from the beach almost directly in front of our hotel, and from there we cruised along Waikiki for unbelievable views. The crew was excellent and this is a must do for anyone wanting to go sailing in Hawaii. Enjoy!

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。