All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

I don't understand Japanese at all, but it was a fun cruise. We go quite far offshore. It's great that drinks are free. Since we go further offshore than I expected, the waves might be a bit concerning, so those who are prone to motion sickness might want to take some medication before boarding.

日本語は全く通じませんが、楽しいクルーズでした。けっこう沖合までいきます。飲み物がフリーなのはありがたいです。思ったより沖合にいくためか、少し波が気になりますので、酔いやすい方は酔い止めを飲んで乗船した方が良いかもしれません。

[Reviewed by HawaiiActivties.com Staff]

I recently attended the Mauka Warriors Luau in Oahu and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the entertainment. Having been to many luaus throughout Hawaii, I can say that Mauka Luau stands out with its unique and special show. The Thrilling Fire Knife Dancing was the best and most impressive on the entire island!

In my opinion, what makes Mauka Luau truly distinctive is its interactive experience and engaging storytelling, The mesmerizing hula and fire performances narrate fascinating stories of the islands' history
Before the dinner and luau show, there is a great variety of different hands-on Polynesian activities to enjoy.

While the buffet might not have the widest variety compared to other luaus, the food at Mauka Luau is incredibly tasty and presented beautifully.

The venue itself offers stunning mountain and ocean views of Waikiki and Honolulu, and if you look carefully, you can even catch a glimpse of Diamond Head in the distance. They strive to offer a more intimate setting and there is plenty of space in between the tables, so you don't feel crowded.

Transportation from Waikiki is available, making it convenient for guests, and the prices are affordable, offering excellent value for the experience you receive at the Luau. Plus, all guests receive complimentary professional photos sent directly to their phones, which is a nice touch.

I highly recommend checking it out!

The fireworks on Friday were amazing. I stayed at the Hilton, but I got a bit lost finding the meeting place, which turned into a bit of an adventure, but that was fun too!

金曜日の花火は、最高でした。
ヒルトン宿泊でしたが集合場所が、少し迷ってしまい珍道中でしたがそれも楽しかったです♪

The magic shows I attended in Hawaii (30 years ago and 10 years ago) were so wonderful that I tried to find and book one, but it seems the magician from back then has retired. This time, I saw a different Japanese magician for the first time, and he was an amazing performer, just as good as the previous ones, allowing me to have a very fulfilling time. It was great to watch up close, and the entertaining talk created a fantastic atmosphere. However, I was disappointed that I couldn't figure out the right timing for when to go to the restroom or order additional drinks. Also, the introduction before the show started and the waiting time after the gathering was quite long. Furthermore, I found it inappropriate to be standing in line while being offered cocktails; it felt rather rude. If possible, drinks should be served at the venue.

これまでハワイに来た時に(30年前、10年前)観たマジックショーがあまりにもすばらしかったので、探して申込もうとしましたが、当時のマジシャンは引退されたようでした。今回初めて異なる日本人マジシャンを観ましたが、まさるとも劣らぬ素晴らしいマジシャンで、とても充実した時間を過ごせました。至近距離で観させて頂いた事、トークが面白く幻想的な雰囲気である事が良かったです。トイレに行きたい時や飲み物の追加注文等の可否のタイミングが良く分からなかったのは残念でした。又、本番が始まるまでの導入部と集合時間以降の待ち時間が長い。又立って並んで待っている時に飲み物のカクテルを飲ませるのは頂けない、寧ろ失礼かと思います。どうせなら飲み物は会場で。

I signed up for a plan that included a buffet. The buffet was plentiful with delicious options like roast beef and fruits, and the atmosphere was wonderfully Hawaiian. There were also lovely shows featuring traditional hula and fire dancing. The music consisted of well-known songs and was performed beautifully, allowing us to enjoy ourselves throughout! I was particularly moved by "My Way." The venue is centrally located, making it very accessible, and I highly recommend it. I would love to go again when I visit Hawaii. Thank you for the wonderful memories.

ビュッフェ付きのプランで申し込みました。ビュッフェはローストビーフやフルーツなど、盛りだくさんでとても美味しく、雰囲気もハワイアンの素敵な雰囲気でした。
また、フラやファイアーダンスなど伝統を感じられる素敵なショーでした。
ミュージックもどれも有名な曲でとても上手で、始終楽しむことができました！マイウェイは特に感動しました。
会場も中心地にあり、行きやすくとてもオススメです。またハワイに行ったら行きたいと思います。素敵な思い出をありがとうございます。

It was our first activity in Honolulu. It is located in the mall area, so very easy to get to for most people staying in Waikiki. There are a lot of people, so there is a long line to get the food. But it was well organized and there is enough food provided. The food quality is ok. But the activities (learning the dance) at the buffet were fun.

The show was decent. I like that it was a mix of traditional and modern styles. If you are looking for only a traditional Hawaii type of show, it might not be good for you. But to us, it was a lot of fun to watch.

Overall it was a good experience for our first stop.

Superbe journée. Accompagnée de Poe une super guide francophone.
On a adoré les spectacles dans chaque îlr.
Le souper Hawaïen excellent

I applied a month ago, but I could only get reservations for the meal and the show. Both the meal and the show were great, but I wanted to experience more of Polynesian culture, so please increase the number of daytime attractions.

一カ月前に申し込みしましたが食事とショーしか取れませんでした。
食事もショーも良かったのですが、もっとポリネシアの文化に触れたかったので昼間からのアトラクションの人数を増やして下さい。

We traveled to Hawaii for our honeymoon. We wanted to see a show that was quintessentially Hawaiian, so we made a reservation on our last day in Hawaii (we were able to book even two days before the event!). On the day of the show, we checked in at the Royal Hawaiian Center Theater, and all the staff were very kind. Their hospitality was outstanding.

At the dining area, someone with a ukulele went around to various tables singing birthday songs and Christmas songs. The buffet had a wide variety of delicious food. After finishing our meal, we moved to the show venue, which had a movie theater-like setup. The show was surprisingly long and absolutely amazing. There were hula dances and famous Hawaiian singers performing Hawaiian songs, and I was so moved by one song that I ended up in tears (laughs).

Then came the fire dance, which was the highlight I was most looking forward to, and it was fantastic—everyone in the venue was excited. If you're unsure, I highly recommend participating if you want to experience something truly Hawaiian. It's worth the price.

夫婦でハネムーンの為ハワイ旅行をしました。
ハワイらしいショーを見たいと行こうとゆうことでハワイ最終日に予約をしました。(参加日二日前でも予約できました！)当日はロイヤルハワイアンセンターシアター前で受付をし、スタッフさんは皆さん優しい。ホスピタリティ精神全開でした。食事するところではまずウクレレを持った方が色々な卓に回って誕生日の歌やクリスマスソングを歌って披露してくれました。ビュッフェもたくさん種類があって美味しかったです。ご飯食べ終わったらしょーの会場に移動。映画館見たいなスタイル。ショーは意外に長くとにかく最高でした。フラダンスやハワイで有名な歌姫などがハワイソングを歌ってくれたりして私は一つの曲で感極まって涙してしまいました
（笑）そこから一番楽しみにしていたファイヤーダンスもハワイらしく最高で会場みんな盛り上がっておりました。とにかく迷っている方は、ハワイらしいことを体験したい方はぜひ参加してみてください。値段の価値あります。おすすめです。

The delicious buffet allowed us to eat until we were full, and it was fun to see hula dancing nearby. Also, since we were seated with other Japanese guests, we could enjoy our meal with peace of mind.

The show after dinner was at the back, but the seating was arranged so that it was easy to see from any seat. The content of the show was also very good.

During this trip, we packed in various tours, so if it weren't for the special offer of a free second ticket for posting our experience, we might have given up on participating due to the regular price. I'm glad we didn't give up and were able to join!

美味しいビュッフェもお腹いっぱいに食べられ、近くでフラも見れて楽しかったです。また、席は日本人で固めてくれていたのか、安心して食事する事ができました。
食事後のショーは、後ろの方でしたが、どの席でも、見やすい座席となっていました。ショーの内容もとてもよかったです。
今回の旅では、他にも色んなツアーを詰め込んでいたため、通常の料金だと、参加は諦めていたかもしれませんが、体験談の投稿で、2人目無料とのことで、今回諦めずに参加するとができました！

Great service and incredible show! The dancers and the singers are super talented! We really enjoyed our time in the Wakiki Luau and definitely recommend it! The food was served buffet style and you get a complementary drink. The drinks were only $10 after which is pretty affordable!

First, for the meal, I was able to eat as much as I wanted of my favorites, including traditional Hawaiian dishes. I could enjoy my meal slowly in a different location from the show.

Then, we moved to the show venue to watch. Not only were there hula and fire dances, but talented singers and former stars also appeared one after another, keeping the audience engaged. Everyone around, from the elderly to children, seemed to be enjoying themselves. Since it's right in the middle of Waikiki, the transportation was convenient, making it an efficient experience. I highly recommend it!

まずお食事は、ハワイの伝統料理など、好きなものを好きなだけ食べられました。ショーとは別の場所でお食事をゆっくり楽しむことが出来ました。
そしてショー会場に移り鑑賞。フラやファイヤーダンスだけでなく、実力派シンガーや往年のスター（？）が次々と現れ飽きさせない構成。周りの方も、お年寄りからお子様まで皆さん楽しんでいらっしゃいました。ワイキキの真ん中なので交通の便もよく効率的に楽しめました。オススメです！

Perfect Parking , Perfect Seats , Perfect Food , Perfect Entertainment !!!

What a time, brings you away from the city and they put on a great show! Food was ono!

The luau was full of jokes and lots of laughing. Best medicine!!

We would love to munch at this buffet again, everything was so flavorful! The evening was a wonderful experience.

The crew was awesome happy and nice. The boat was kept very clean and really comfortable. We did hope they would have wine but was not needed to enjoy the beautiful views.

First of all, there was no guidance in Japanese from start to finish. The dining setup was not at individual tables but rather at a long table for more than ten people. We attended as a couple, and instead of having reserved seats, we were guided to sit in order, side by side rather than across from each other. As soon as we sat down, drinks were served, but it seemed there was a set time for the meal, so we couldn't eat right away. There was one pineapple slice for every four people, so we passed the time eating that, but honestly, it wasn't sweet or particularly tasty. The buffet was served in order based on instructions. I thought the food was delicious. I was surprised by how rare the roast beef was! The dessert was also tasty. The show during the meal was good, partly because it was close! After the meal, we moved to the theater, but I wasn't sure when to move or which seats were ours. I entered the theater based on the flow of people, and once inside, we were also guided to our seats in order. Since we entered early, we ended up with pretty good seats! There was no information or stickers given to us. Even though we didn't know Elvis, we had a great time at the show. After it ended, we had the opportunity to take photos with the cast, and we took plenty without hesitation and left happily.

まず、日本語での案内等最初から最後まで一切ありません。食事は個別のテーブルではなく、10人以上の長テーブルで、夫婦で参加しましたが、予約席というか、順番に席をはじから案内され、向かい席でなく隣で並んで座りました。座ってすぐにドリンクが出ましたが、食事は決まった時間があるようでなかなか食べられなく、４人に１つパイナップルが置いてあるので一切れですがこれを食べながら時間をつぶしました、正直これは甘くもなく美味しいとは言えません。ビュッフェは順番に指示があってから取りに行きます。味については美味しいと思います。ローストビーフの生すぎるのには驚きました！デザートも美味しかったです。食事中のショーも近かったせいもあるが良かったです！食後にシアターに移動ですが、これがいつ移動したらいいのか、どの席なのかわからなかったです。人の流れを見て自分の判断でシアターに入ると、中に人がいて、ここでも順番に席を案内されました。早めに入ったせいかなかなかいい席でした！何かステッカーをもらうとか案内をもらうとか何もありません。ショーはエルビスを知らない我々でも大変楽しかったです。終了後、キャスターとの写真撮影が可能で、遠慮せずドンドン撮って楽しく帰りました。

I had a wonderful experience on the booze cruise.
The staff were approachable, friendly, and respectful.
The music was fire. The playlist included a mix of old and new music across genres. One staff member was HILARIOUS! I danced, laughed, had three drinks, and enjoyed the beautiful sunset. Definitely something I’d enjoy doing again.

The staff is cheerful and kindly makes your experience enjoyable! The view of Honolulu's skyline and the sunset from offshore is beautiful and wonderful. We sail close to Diamond Head.

スタッフは陽気で親切に楽しましてくれます！とにかく沖合のから見るホノルルの街並みや夕陽の景色が美しく素晴らしいです。ダイヤモンドヘッドの近くまで航行します。

During my trip to Hawaii, I attended several luau shows, but most of them were viewed from dining areas, making it difficult to see through the crowd. However, this show featured a short luau show and luau experience right at the dining location. The show was incredibly close to our seats, providing an impressive experience. The food, including tuna poke and white fish, was perfectly suited to Japanese tastes. After the meal, we moved to a dedicated hall to enjoy the show in luxurious, comfortable seats reminiscent of a movie theater. The performance showcased impersonators of Michael from various eras, as well as a variety of regional luau shows, which left me thoroughly satisfied. I found this show to be more satisfying than others, and I would love to participate again, even with friends.

ハワイに来て、今まで何か所か色んなルアウショーを観ましが、ほとんどが食事した場所で観る事が多いので、ルアウショーを観るには人の隙間から観る事が多いですが、このショーは、食事の場所では、短いルアウショーとルアウ体験がおこなわれました。ルアウショーは、席の近くで観れるので迫力満点です。料理は、マグロのポケや白身魚など日本人の口にバッチリ合ってます。食事の後に行われるショーは、食事会場から専用ホールへ移動して鑑賞で映画館バリの豪華で座り心地の良い席で鑑賞します。ショーは、古い年代から現代までのアメリカやハワイのマイケルのそっくりさんをはじめ、各地域のルアウショーをたっぷり鑑賞出来たので、大満足でした。他のルアウショーより満足度が高いので、又、参加したいし、友達同士でも行きたいです。

This was an amazing sunset booze cruise that my wife and I did. Three staff was outstanding, had us smiling and laughing all cruise. Thank you.

Every single presentation was excellent! Kap on the Samoan stage was fabulous, entertaining and funny! Great artwork too. Enjoyed the Fiji one also, especially noting that the missionaries led them to Christ and then their idols were torn down! Learned about ancestral New Zealand which I didn’t know the name of, bur I do now! While we did not really have a guide as expected, there were always people to show us the next move when we appeared lost! The luau was good, our first ever. And enjoyed hearing the music of Wahine Elua - very good!
The theater production after the Luau was impressive too! Super talent on display, especially the spectacular fire dancer and her team! WOW!

We used this for our honeymoon. After arriving at the venue, we were served the famous Hawaiian cocktail, Mai Tai, which really got us excited. We shared a table with another Japanese couple, so we were able to enjoy pleasant conversations while waiting for the buffet. The outdoor buffet was comfortable and had a rich variety of options. During the meal, there were performances of hula dancing and ukulele music, which were truly enjoyable!

After the meal, we moved to the venue for Rock-a-Hula. There were diverse performances including traditional Hawaiian dance, rock, and fire dancing, which were interesting. We really felt the essence of Hawaii! The venue was a bit chilly, so I was glad I brought a jacket. Finally, we took a photo with a Michael look-alike, which became a wonderful memory!

新婚旅行で利用しました。会場に到着後、ハワイの名物カクテルのマイタイが出てきてテンションが上がりました。別の日本人夫婦の方と同じテーブルだったので、ビュッフェまでの待ち時間は楽しく会話して過ごすことができました。屋外でのビュッフェで心地よく、品揃えも豊富でした。食事中もフラダンスやウクレレの演奏があり、本当に楽しかったです！
食事の後にロック・アフラの会場へ移動しました。ハワイの伝統的なダンスとロック、ファイヤーダンスなど多様な演出があり面白かったです。ハワイを感じることができました！会場は少し寒かったので、上着を持参して良かったです。最後にマイケルのそっくりさんと写真を撮ってもらい素敵な思い出になりました！

The perfect way to end the day!
The cruise was a beautiful ending to our trip to Honolulu… We loved seeing the fireworks from the water! The ride was smooth the ship was clean and entertainment was fantastic! I highly recommend this cruise!

We had a sunset cruising experience for our family of four, and we were blessed with great weather, allowing us to have the best time. The food was delicious, and after enjoying the beautiful sunset, we watched the fireworks from Hilton Village, accompanied by live jazz music. Everything was perfect. We truly made wonderful memories.

親子4人のサンセットクルージング、天気にも恵まれて、最高の時間を過ごすことが出来ました。料理も美味しく、美味しいサンセットを見た後は、ヒルトンヴィレッジから上がる花火、そして生演奏のJAZZ、すべて完璧でした。本当に良い想い出が出来ました。

On this sailing trip, you can see breathtaking views that are unlike anything you've seen before, almost like a movie set, from the boat!

The view of Waikiki Beach from the sea is exceptional, and watching the sun set over Waikiki and Diamond Head is simply wonderful.

The beautiful scenery of the sun gradually sinking into the ocean will undoubtedly become one of your unforgettable memories in Hawaii.

Happy sailing!

このセーリングでは　他で見たこともない雄大でまるで映画のセットのような美しい光景をボートから見ることができます!

海から見るワイキキビーチも格別で　夕日に沈むワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドは素晴らしいの一言に尽きます。

海の中に太陽が徐々に沈んでいく美しい景色は　ハワイでの忘れられない思い出の一つになることは間違いないです。

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Check in was easy, food was so good, employees were very helpful, loved the dancing while eating, free mai tai and the rock show was AWESOME!! Elvis was great, MJ was cool and Chardonnay was the best hostess. If I ever come back to Hawaii, I would definitely go to the show again.

The atmosphere was really lovely during the dinner surrounded by strangers! A stylish drink was included, and we could choose whether it had alcohol or not. However, there weren't many dishes that I found delicious, perhaps because they didn't suit Japanese tastes. The meat was incredibly tasty, so I ended up eating a lot of that. The show was impressive, and there were familiar songs, which made it very enjoyable. Both the food and the show really captured the Hawaiian vibe, so I recommend it to anyone who wants to enjoy the atmosphere of Hawaii.

知らない人と席を囲んでの会食で雰囲気もとても素敵でした！
オシャレなワンドリンクも付いてきました。アルコール入りかなしか選べました。
でも、あまり日本人の口に合わないのか、美味しいと思える料理は少なかったです。お肉はすごく美味しかったのでそればっかり食べてました。
ショーは迫力があり、馴染みの曲もあったりしてとても楽しめました。
食事もショーもハワイの雰囲気をとても感じれたので、ハワイの雰囲気を楽しみたい人におすすめです。

Professional , courteous clean and food was great experience of a life time. really really good. Entertainment and everything above and beyond approach.