Reviewed by: Kara
Staying at Hilton and having the luau on property made it easy with kiddos!
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| Packages: | Golden Circle Package: Standard Seating, One Drink & Lei Greeting |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/16 |
Reviewed by: Brian P.
The entertainment was superb!!! The food, however, was cold, undercooked, and no flavor. I do understand the institutional food prep, but it could have been better.
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| Packages: | Classic Package: Rear Seating, 1 Drink & Shell Lei |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/30 |
Reviewed by: T.O.
Good: the performers and MC where good. Bad: Food and Drink where minimum. Selection was limited. All seemed a little cheap. No quality drink choices. Best tequila was Cuervo Gold, really! What decade are we in. Ugly: the setting terrible. On a roof at the conference center. No ambiance. A conference room on the roof. Hilton could and should do better. I will not recommend. I picked this Luau mostly because of proximity to our hotel. That was a mistake. It was the worst experience of our week stay in Oahu.
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| Packages: | Golden Circle Package: Standard Seating, One Drink & Lei Greeting |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/10 |
Reviewed by: Daniel Hunt
This was a brilliant adventure, from the moment you get in line to enter and get your lei, to when you find yourself on stage dancing the Hula. The activities are great with a number of free cultural classes in the “kitchen” and around the grounds. Great photo opportunities as the sun sets, with great shots of the ocean, the city if Honolulu, and the mountain ranges.
I would recommend this for any other couple, or family regardless if there are or are not children.
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| Packages: | Classic Package: Rear Seating, 1 Drink & Shell Lei |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/14 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Easy to book, so nice they have the pick up / drop off so you can enjoy your evening safely!
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| Packages: | Royal Package w/ Pick-up: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/12 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Great evenings, lots of laughter and fun learning experiences in the beginning that was a fun way to start the luau!
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package w/ Pick-up: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/05 |
Reviewed by: Kim
Wow! What a great time. Definitely a highlight of our vacation. A must-see!!
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| Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/03 |
Reviewed by: yukix
We gathered in front of Ross Dress for Less at 4:10 PM, and a Mercedes van came to pick us up. The driver was wearing a black suit, and the van had leather seats, making for a comfortable ride. From the moment we were picked up, there was a strong sense of luxury.
It took about 40 minutes to reach the venue, Kahalu'u. The venue overlooking the fish pond had seating arranged according to the number of participants. Being a private location, it was very quiet. Surrounded by greenery, the nearby mountains alternated between clouds and sunshine, allowing us to feel the natural beauty of Hawaii.
There was about an hour before the hula show and meal began, but they had prepared some simple activities for us:
- Making bracelets with tea leaves
- Tattoo stickers
- Limbo
- Something like traditional bowling
As we strolled around, participated in activities, and relaxed a bit, the show began. It was a smaller show featuring one musician, two female dancers, and two fire dancers, but we could see it up close, and it had a homey atmosphere. Toward the end, there was time to dance together, and we could take photos with the dancers.
The meal was a course dinner, including appetizers, salad, main dish, and dessert, all very delicious. The portions were just right for men, but might be a bit much for women. The meal included two drinks, with options for beer, wine, and soft drinks. If we needed more, we could order additional beer for $8, wine for $10, and soft drinks for $5. They also offered cocktails made on the spot for $15, including Blue Hawaii, Piña Colada, and Mai Tai.
After the hula show and meal, we left the venue around 8 PM and arrived in Waikiki shortly after 8:30 PM.
While the price is not cheap, you can enjoy delicious food in a lovely setting, and it’s clear that the staff is dedicated to entertaining the participants. They actively engaged with us and took plenty of photos. If you include this experience toward the end of your trip, it can provide a slightly elegant and relaxed way to beautifully conclude your journey.
Also, since I participated in June when the days were long, the gathering was in the evening, but it would have been wise to take sun protection seriously. Additionally, there were a few mosquitoes and other bugs, so it’s better to borrow insect repellent early on.
16時10分にロスドレスフォーレス前に集合すると、ベンツのバンがお迎えに来ました。
運転手さんは黒のスーツを着ており、バンも革張りで、乗り心地良かったです。
お迎えからしっかり高級感がありました。
会場のカハルウまでは40分前後でしょうか。
フィッシュポンドに臨む会場は、参加人数に応じて座席が用意してあります。
プライベートな場所ということで、とても静かな場所です。
周りは緑に囲まれており、近くの山には雲がかかったり晴れたりを繰り返し、ハワイの自然を感じることができます。
フラショーとお食事が始まるまで1時間ぐらいありますが、いくつか簡易なアクティビティを用意してくれています。
・ティーリーフを使ったブレスレット造り
・タトゥーシール
・リンボー
・伝統的なボウリングみたいなの
ぶらぶら散歩したり、アクティビティをしたり、少しのんびりしていると、ショーが始まります。
ミュージシャン1名、女性ダンサー2名、ファイヤーダンサー2名の小さめのショーですが、間近で見られますし、アットホームな雰囲気がありました。
終盤は一緒に踊る時間もあり、最後はダンサーと一緒に写真撮影もできます。
食事はコース料理で、前菜、サラダ、メイン、デザートと、とても美味しくいただけました。
男性にはちょうど、女性には少し多いかもぐらいの量でしょうか。
アルコールは2杯分含まれていて、ビール、ワイン、ソフトドリンクが選べます。
足りない場合はビール8ドル、ワイン10ドル、ソフトドリンク5ドルで追加注文できました。
また、その場で作ってくれるカクテルは15ドルで、ブルーハワイ、ピニャコラーダ、マイタイがありました。
フラショーと料理が終わった後は、20時ぐらいに現地を出発し、ワイキキ到着は20時30分過ぎでした。
料金は安くありませんが、素敵な場所で美味しい料理を堪能できますし、スタッフさんが参加者を楽しませてくれようと一生懸命に対応してくれているのが伝わってきます。
何かと積極的に話しかけてくれ、写真も積極的に撮ってくれます。
旅行の最後の方に入れると、少し優雅に、少しのんびり、旅の最後を綺麗に締めくくってくれる、そんな時間を過ごせるのではないかと思います。
なお、6月の参加で日が長かったため、集合は夕方でしたが、日焼け対策はしっかりした方が良かったです。
また、少し蚊などの虫がいますので、早めに虫よけスプレーをお借りした方が良いです。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニター|送迎あり |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/08 |
Reviewed by: Kei
The powerful dance by the men and the graceful hula by the women were wonderful. I was delighted that the performers applied traditional paint on their arms. It's a bit pricey, but I definitely recommend it for a memorable experience in Hawaii.
男性力強いダンス、女性のしなやかなフラが素晴らしかった。腕に演技者自身が伝統ペイントを施してくださり嬉しかったです。少し高価ですが、ハワイの思い出に是非おすすめします。
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| Packages: | ダイヤモンドプレミアシート<ステージ付近の席> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/30 |
Reviewed by: まっちー
Since I was alone, I opted for the premium experience to fully enjoy it, and I'm glad I chose the front stage! The fire dance was also impressive.
1人だったのでしっかり楽しむためにプレミアムにしましたが、目の前のステージにしてよかったです!
ファイヤーダンスも迫力ありました
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| Packages: | ダイヤモンドプレミアシート<ステージ付近の席> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/30 |
Reviewed by: YOKE
- The experience was completely different this time, even though there were options like the Polynesian Cultural Center and luau shows in Waikiki for "dinner and hula shows."
- The car that picked us up in Waikiki was a luxurious black Escalade. The leather seats were very cushioned, making for a comfortable 40-minute drive to Kahalu’u.
- Upon arrival, we were welcomed with shell leis and had the opportunity to experience making traditional Hawaiian grass leaf bracelets.
- The location was a private property, surrounded by beautiful nature, very quiet, and had a charming atmosphere (unlike the bustling Waikiki and Ward area).
- The guitarist was very skilled, and his voice was sweet and lovely.
- The dinner, supervised by Michel's, included appetizers, soup, salad, sautéed abalone with a curry-flavored butter, large garlic shrimp, and beef steak, which was the most delicious meal of this trip.
- The operations manager, Reina, was very considerate and full of hospitality.
- I felt that the meal was not just about taste, but that all the elements—sight, sound, and atmosphere—harmonized to create an experience.
- Although it is a bit pricey, I recommend this course for newlyweds and repeat visitors.
・「ディナーとフラショー」ということで、ポリネシアン文化センターやワイキキでのルアウショーなどの参加はありましたが、今回は、まったく違う体験でした。
・ワイキキにお迎えに来た車は、黒塗りのエスカレードという高級車でした。シートは革張りで、とてもクッションがよく、Kahalu’uまで快適な40分のドライブでした。
・到着したらシェルレイで歓迎され、ハワイ伝統の草葉しましたブレスレットづくりを体験しました。
・場所は、プライベートな所有地ということで、自然が美しく、とても静かで趣きがありました。(にぎやかなワイキキ、ワード地区とは違いました)
・ギターの方は、とても上手で声も甘く素敵でした。
・フラダンスにポリネシアンダンス、ディナーはミッシェルズの監修で、前菜、スープ、サラダ、鮑のカレー風味のバターソテーと大きなエビのガーリックシュリンプ、ビーフステーキと今回の旅行で一番美味しかったです。
・オペレーションマネージャーのREINAさんは、色々気遣いをしてくださり、ホスピタリティに溢れていました。
・食事は、味だけではなく眼や耳、雰囲気のすべてが調和して味わうものだと感じました。
・新婚の方やリピーターの方には、少しお高いですが、お勧めのコースです。
Thank you very much for visiting HULAGARDEN at Kahalu'u Pond by MICHEL'S. We also appreciate the wonderful words and photos you shared. Our entire staff is delighted that you enjoyed your meal and the show at this privately owned location, which is registered as a historic site, and that you had a different experience than before. We look forward to welcoming you again.
この度はHULAGARDEN at Kahalu'u Pond by MICHEL'Sにお越しいただき誠にありがとうございました。
素敵な文章や写真もアップしていただきありがとうございます 。
私有地で歴史登録財に登録されている場所でのお食事とショーを堪能いただき、今までとは違う体験をお楽しみいただけたとスタッフ一同喜んでおります。
またのお越しをお待ちしております。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニター|送迎あり |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/22 |
Reviewed by: Patty C
The luau entertainment was great. The staff were helpful. The food was good, needs a little more variety. Other than that it was a fun night.
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| Packages: | Makai Package with Transportation: 1 Drinks & Shell Lei |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/31 |
Reviewed by: Collantes
Chief was Funny.
Bus trip was excellent
Cousin Greg was awesome
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package w/ Pick-up: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/19 |
Reviewed by: ADS
The venue was awesome, the traditional showcases were great, and it was a sweet cultural journey through islands of Polynesia.
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| Packages: | Classic Package: Rear Seating, 1 Drink & Shell Lei |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/11 |
Reviewed by: Shawn M.
We appreciated the Chief's showmanship and humor as well as the dancers. Food was very good and we were thoroughly entertained.
Only negative is that we bought the package with transportation and it got us there after all the cultural activities were finished. That was disappointing since we could have just Ubered over and skipped the bus ride. Keep in mind that this Luau is quite a ways from the Waikiki area.
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/14 |
Reviewed by: AZtraveller
My family are really excited to have luau buffet and the show and this was main activity for our trip. Overall show and music was great. But the buffet food was not. Luau pork was dry and chicken was hard to chew. Also desert was not at that quality for the price.
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| Packages: | Golden Circle Package: Standard Seating, One Drink & Lei Greeting |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/09 |
Reviewed by: Liliya
It was an outstanding show, good food, and the hosts were excellent with a good sense of humor. The best Luau we've ever seen.
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| Packages: | Classic Package: Rear Seating, 1 Drink & Shell Lei |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/14 |
Reviewed by: John & Debbie 50th!
We loved this luau!!! From the start to the finish, it was well planned, fun and engaging. We loved the MC, the food, the dancing the activities, everything. We will highly recommend it!!! Thank you for the real leis and for being bold to say a prayer to Almighty God before the meal. Thank you for putting on a great show!
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| Packages: | [12:30 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/12 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Typical luau, gives you everything you want to see and eat! First time is best time.
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package w/ Pick-up: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/01 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Good food, fun games and crafts, the pig roast was a sight to see!
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package w/ Pick-up: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/10 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Chief makes sure you have a great time on vacation, filling the evening with laughs on top of Hawaiian culture!
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package w/ Pick-up: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/28 |
Reviewed by: DC
The luau was entertaining and informative. The food was good too. Staff did a good job of moving 500 people through the lines. Only two watered down drink tickets. The free choices were only offered at one stand. For 500 people. Not enough.
I enjoyed the pictures on arrival. I think more opportunities for pictures would have been good.
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| Packages: | Classic Package: Rear Seating, 1 Drink & Shell Lei |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/09 |
Reviewed by: Deena Su
My family thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The MC was fantastic and funny. The flower and anniversary leis were a wonderful touch. The activities were fun. The show was very entertaining, impressive, and the food was good too! The waterfall and hike were fun before too. Thank you for a fantastic day and evening! Mahalo!
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/07 |
Reviewed by: Jessica
This was an outstanding luau. I had read some reviews complaining that drive there goes through a industrial area. Who cares!? Once you arrive you are in a secluded, gorgeous property on the ocean.
The food and entertainment was outstanding. I went back for seconds on the pig, which they actually roast in the ground the traditional way.
This luau is the best bang for your buck on the island.
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| Packages: | Standard Makai Package: 1 Drink & Shell Lei |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/31 |
Reviewed by: Huaka'i Mama
Whenever I'm planning to join a tour, I always wonder if it'll be fun for the kids too. Even though it's a bit pricier, choosing the Friday luau in the courtyard by the lagoon was a great choice! Even if the kids got a bit bored halfway through, they could play on the grass for a bit. And the best part was it was free for kids under 4, which was super awesome! What made me even happier was the kids buffet corner, with kid-friendly foods like Tater tots, Teriyaki chicken, and meatballs etc. We made some fantastic family memories in Hawaii.
The show was a blast, featuring dances from the various Polynesian islands.
There were even a few fire dancers, which the kids absolutely loved.
We were bummed we couldn't see the final fireworks from our seats, but watching them up close from right in front of the hotel was an incredible experience. Totally satisfied!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/06/05 |
Reviewed by: Lala Kitty
After experiencing many luau all across Hawaii, I can happily say that Mauka Warriors is one of the best I have had the pleasure of attending~
Pick-up from Waikiki was hella convenient, and even though we hit traffic on the way to the luau, the guide was great about keeping everyone informed and telling us interesting facts, history, and stories about Hawaii.
Once we arrived, we were greeted with a fresh flower lei (get the Mo'i Experience y'all!) and were escorted to the front row!!! WHOOO! With so many activities to do, and being able to order drinks from our phone made it a great start to the whole evening.
The food at Mauka Luau was pretty tasty too, and I loved that they had both poi and lomi lomi salmon, but their fish was the highlight of the menu for both me and my friend.
But the main event was def the Mauka Warriors Luau show, and omg...it was amazing. The fire knife dancing was some of the best I have seen in all of Hawaii, and even the kids were literally fire on stage, but I really loved that they incorporated Hawaiian and Polynesian warrior culture and history into a story rather than just a bunch of random songs and dances.
10/10 would definitely recommend!
[Reviewed by HawaiiActivties.com Staff]
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/15 |
Reviewed by: Jon
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.
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| Packages: | Premium Package: Midsection Seat, 2 Drinks, Kukui Lei & Souvenir |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/16 |
Reviewed by: EPI
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。
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| Packages: | ダイヤモンドプレミアシート<ステージ付近の席> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/28 |
Reviewed by: Ruth
We enjoyed Toa Luau so much! Our children, 2 & 4, had a wonderful time as well. The cast/crew are the same people running the activities before the meal, and serving the meal, then putting on a great show - their hard work and enthusiasm is inspiring <3 I noticed their attention to detail in how smoothly the check-in, meal, and all the transitions went. Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/26 |
Reviewed by: Kara
was skeptical as it shares a lot with wet n wild, however don't let that fool you as this was a way to end our trip! fabulous evening, nothing bad to say!
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| Packages: | Royal Package w/ Pick-up: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/22 |
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Thank you very much for visiting Fragrant Garden. We appreciate your thoughtful review and the many photos you shared. Our entire staff is delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to welcoming you again.
この度はフラガーデンにお越しいただき誠にありがとうございました。
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