Reviewed by: AJ Black
The Polynesian Cultural Center is a beautiful, fun, living museum. Pacific Island Native people use songs and traditional dances to tell the stories of their culture. They have reverence for the Islands and also have fun showing the beauty and fun of their heritage. We visitors are referred to as “Family”. We are made to feel very welcome and are invited to participate in crafts, dance and games with the Island people. The Buffett and the show are wonderful. Thank you!!!
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Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2021/10/07 |
Activity Date: | 2021/10/05 |
Reviewed by: Matt soto
That was an amazing luau! Definitely will have to do it again! The food was delicious and the performances were awesome!
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Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2021/10/05 |
Activity Date: | 2021/10/03 |
Reviewed by: JannaD
This was a great experience! We had Cousin T as our guide on sexy bus #2. Fun time on the bus both ways.
The luau was great. The activities were Hulu lesson, bowling and spear throwing. Those were a bit boring honestly.
The food was very good and plentiful. Due to COVID restrictions there was not a buffet. The food was handed out pre plated in the buffet line. The food was very tasty. I don’t agree with other reviews that said it was like cafeteria food.
It was a little rainy off and on and they handed out rain ponchos which was nice. The show was good, especially the fire dancer.
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Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/10/03 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/25 |
Reviewed by: Megan Rish
We had a wonderful time! The cousins made sure everyone felt like family. We will definitely be coming back! Everything was so amazing and the food was very yummy!
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Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/10/02 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/11 |
Reviewed by: KMcKay
While we enjoyed the Polynesian Cultural Center overall, this day was entirely too long for our taste. There really wasn't much to do at the center to fill up our time, so we just sitting around waiting for the Luau dinner. And, the gift shop is on the other side of the entrance, so we couldn't even shop to kill time, which we would have loved to do.
The Luau was delicious, especially the welcome drink in the pineapple. And, the show was fantastic, but we were tired of being there all day.
So, if you want to waste a full day in paradise with not much to do, then this is the excursion for you.
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Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/10/01 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/20 |
Reviewed by: Rocio
Beautiful show; the logistics perfectly panned. Food was also great.
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Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2021/09/25 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/01 |
Reviewed by: gw/cw
HAD A GREAT TIME. IT WAS NICE TO LOOK AT THE DIFFERENT CULTURES AT OUR OWN PACE. SPENT THE WHOLE DAY THERE. THE LUAU AND BUFFET WAS STUNNING. THANK YOU FOR A GREAT TIME. THE SHOW WAS ALSO AWESOME.
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Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/09/22 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/18 |
Reviewed by: Natalie P.
Doing things during COVID-19 can be a real pain in the butt, but the organizers for Chief’s Luau made it very easy. This show is awesome! The Chief is so funny & warm, & you can tell he’s a good guy. The food was delicious, but I wish that some things were a little warmer, like the noodles & the sweet potato bread. I recommend going through the customization line, since you can just tell them you don’t want the fish or the chicken or whatever. The show was fun & entertaining & I think it’s worth every dollar I paid! I would totally see it again.
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Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2021/09/22 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/20 |
Reviewed by: Cathy
We did this as a family outing and had a great time. There was entertainment, along with a few activities to participate in.
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Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2021/09/08 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/04 |
Reviewed by: Nikki J
It was out first time at a Luau & we had a wonderful time. It was such a great experience, the food was amazing & everyone was so friendly. We weren’t sure about it being at a water park but once you’re seated, you would never know it was a theme park. Definitely recommend!
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Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2021/09/05 |
Activity Date: | 2021/09/01 |
Reviewed by: Alexis
The food was delicious and I loved all the performances and how friendly everyone was kept me interested the whole time the drinks were really good too can’t wait to come back!!
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Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2021/08/28 |
Activity Date: | 2021/08/02 |
Reviewed by: Yuma Chica
We took the shuttle from Waikiki to Paradise cove which ended up being a tour bus. Hala was awesome as she entertained us on the shuttle; she's very personable and has a great sense of humor. Everything was well organized and the property was beautiful. You are greeted with a lovely complementary mai tai but also included was a loaded gift card that you could use in the gift shop or at the bar. There were two activities before we sat down for dinner. The food was very good - and the entertainment was outstanding!
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Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2021/08/25 |
Activity Date: | 2021/08/20 |
Reviewed by: Sunshine A.
My family really enjoyed Chief's Luau. The staff was very attentive and helpful and the show was awesome! We really enjoyed our experience and would go back again when we visit Honolulu in the future.
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Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2021/08/11 |
Activity Date: | 2021/08/09 |
Reviewed by: CLA
The show was very entertaining. We loved it especially our kids. The food was excellent as well. We can’t wait to be back.
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Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2021/08/07 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/16 |
Reviewed by: Janice
I was skeptical at first booking from an online site but I'm glad I did! Although we went for the cheaper route our seats were great! Check in was a breeze. No issues getting in. I heard a lot of positive reviews from this luau, unfortunately bc of covid some of the activities I was looking forward to were not available. Still a good show! Would book with them again
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Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2021/07/31 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/09 |
Reviewed by: Vanessa Z
The chief stole the show, wish he had more show time.
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Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/07/30 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/28 |
Reviewed by: SAI
Great show, it was entertaining. Drinks are easy to access. The food could have been better though.
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Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/07/24 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/02 |
Reviewed by: Rema Mio
Our family had an amazing time! Chief and all of the staff were so friendly and welcoming. The food was delicious, drinks were great and the entertainment was unforgettable. Thank you for having us :)
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Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2021/07/20 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/19 |
Reviewed by: Sylvia R
We purchased our luau through Hawaii activities. Website was super easy to navigate! Since is was a 3rd party reservation I did confirm with the venue just to be safe! The luau was amazing! Food was delicious! Transportation was easy to locate and on time. Our host was great! Highly recommend!!
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Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2021/07/17 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/15 |
Reviewed by: Mariam
Overall, great show! The food was delicious and hearty portions. The show was so good - lots of Polynesian dancing and fire-knife dancing. Chief Sielu was a great host and HILARIOUS!!
Would recommend trying to get the Royal (VIP) seating for better seating for the show! I booked Paradise (General) because the Royal was already sold out for the date that I was available.
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Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2021/07/14 |
Activity Date: | 2021/06/27 |
Reviewed by: bakerrjmd
The PCC was great. The shows from the villages were funny and informative. Each had their own story to tell. The buffet was really good. It’s worth the money and the time. To be able to see things before the buffet I would suggest showing up around 1200 to look at the shops and then go right into the culture center g go if the activities and shows.
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Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2021/07/05 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/03 |
Reviewed by: Leandra Mora
This was our first Luau. My family and I had such an amazing time! Awesome to learn about the history and culture. The show was amazing, it was such a great time. Highly recommend!! It was great! Felt the love! Food was delicious! Thank you for an amazing time!
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Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2021/07/03 |
Activity Date: | 2021/07/01 |
Reviewed by: Family Vaca Planner
This is one of the best place for our teenage children to learn some hands on history of US while vacationing. Dinner Buffet is fresh and delicious. We really enjoy fresh fruits and Poke.
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Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2021/06/26 |
Activity Date: | 2021/06/18 |
Reviewed by: Lopez family
We had a great time! Things have changed a little due to Covid but we still had a great time!
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Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2021/06/26 |
Activity Date: | 2021/06/06 |
Reviewed by: Amanda
The food was pretty good. Much better than a couple other luau’s that I have been to in the area. They offered a plate with a little of everything or you could go through the line and pick only what you wanted. They had pulled pork, fried chicken, fried fish, salad, rice, asian noodles, cooked taro root, rolls and for dessert white cake with white frosting and pineapple chunks. They offered individually packaged condiments of ranch dressing, Tabasco sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, butter, as well as small cups of poi and pico de gallo.
We had the royal package and had great seats. The seating was set up in tables of 4. My husband sat side by side and another couple sat on the other side of the table. We had another table of 4 right next to us. The Covid seating restrictions have been relaxed significantly as of June 21st when we went.
The royal package benefits that the paradise didn’t get is drink service at the tables (paradise have to walk to bar), 3 free drinks, fresh orchid lei (paradise get nut lei), closer seating to stage, first to go to buffet.
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Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/06/23 |
Activity Date: | 2021/06/20 |
Reviewed by: R. Kinder
Outstanding show with tons of energy. Well worth the money to see it.
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Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/06/22 |
Activity Date: | 2021/06/20 |
Reviewed by: Vanessa snd Ramon
Isiah made us at home. Jansen is anexcellent driver! When the food was served, we were treated with an authentic, honest to goodness Hawaiian luau! The performance by the house folk group was astounding! A 5 star experience!
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Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/06/07 |
Activity Date: | 2021/06/05 |
Reviewed by: Nicole T
Such a well thought out organized and creative luau. I’ve been to other luau’s on the island, but this one is hands down the best. The Chief was so entertaining and the shows were amazing! I was also able to take terrific photos! Highly recommended.
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Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2021/05/30 |
Activity Date: | 2021/05/28 |
Reviewed by: Tracy Webster
Chiefs luau was so entertaining. Chief was hilarious and the dancers were amazing. We loved the atmosphere and staff was so friendly. I recommend this as a MUST go to event. Food was really good. We were so glad we picked this luau and would definitely go to again. Thank you all for a wonderful experience.
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Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/05/27 |
Activity Date: | 2021/05/20 |
Reviewed by: Mike
A MUST DO event whenever visiting, great food, learned so much, and the fire show at the end is INCREDIBLE. I would not want to miss this
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Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2021/05/21 |
Activity Date: | 2021/05/19 |
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