All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

A wonderful experience from start to finish.

From the moment you board, as a couple, family, or with friends, you truly
relax and unwind with fantastic crew, hospitality and the most amazing scenery you could possible wish for.

Certainly a must to do do whilst in Waikiki.

We bought tickets from the site in Australia and thought we were getting a "Sunset/fireworks cruise" however when we got there we were on a moonlight cruise. (Which is the one we wanted. I think your site needs to clarify the differnece in the two tours a bit better. The sunset cruise went out at 5.00 and the one we were on was 6.30. Having said that we were placed on the right one as we wanted to see the fireworks which were fantasic.
The staff were amazing and we had a very memorable time. I would highly recommend this activity to all but just get clarification as to what cruise you actually want to be on.
D&D, Melbourne Australia. October 2012

Since I attended alone, I chose the cocktail and show-only course. Everything was in English, but even as someone who doesn't usually listen to Western music, I recognized most of the songs, and rather than just impersonations, the entertainers were fantastic, so I enjoyed it until the end.

However, the more expensive course has seats on the first floor (I was on the second floor), where the stars come closer, and it feels like you're participating in the show. I thought I would like to choose that course next time.

Still, even with the cocktail-only course, I was able to take photos with the performers after the show.

一人での参加だったのでカクテル＆ショーのみのコースにしました。
全て英語でしたが、普段洋楽を聴かない私でも知っている曲ばかりだったし、モノマネと言うよりエンターティナーとして素晴らしかったので最後まで楽しめました。

でも高いコースの方が1階席で(私は2階でした)スターも近くに来てくれるし、ショーに参加してるような気分になれそう。
次回はそちらのコースにしたいと思いました。

でも、カクテルのみのコースでも終了後に出演者と一緒に写真を撮れました。

It was a long wait from when we entered until the show started, and since we went on the day of our arrival, I ended up feeling sleepy towards the end of the show. We had to go up in turns to get the food, but our seats were towards the back, so we had to wait quite a bit and had nothing to do in the meantime. It was a bit disappointing. However, we made some good memories.

入ってから、ショーが始まるまでが長く、到着日に行ったので、ショーの終わりの方は睡くなって、しまいました。
料理も順番に取りに行くのですが、私たちの席は最後の方だったので、かなり待たされ、ずっとする事もなくダラダラでした。
少し残念。
でもいい思い出ができました。

I attended on October 30th, and the weather was great that day, making me feel very rich.

I definitely want to participate again next time.

It's perfect for couples!

10月30日に参加しましたが、当日は天気も良くとってもリッチな気分になれました。

ぜひ、次回も参加したいと思います。

ｶｯﾌﾟﾙには最高～

I felt the pleasant Hawaiian breeze, and the cruise was very enjoyable. On this day, the ship hardly swayed, making for a comfortable cruise. The cocktails served were also delicious. While listening to upbeat music, I was able to see a very beautiful sunset, which was the best part.

As for precautions, I think it was important to stay inside the red lines of the hammock once we were out at sea and to avoid sitting in the areas painted blue. I felt the cheerful spirit of the Americans. Bringing snacks along is also fun.

心地の良いハワイの風を感じながら、クルーズは、とっても気持ちよかったです。
この日は、船はほとんど揺れず快適なクルーズでした。出された、カクテルも美味しかったです。
乗りの良い音楽を聴きながら、とても美しい夕日をみることができて、最高でした。
注意事項は、恐らく沖に出たらハンモックの赤いラインの内側にいること、ブルーに塗ってある場所に座らないことだったと思います。
アメリカ人の方が底抜けの陽気さを感じました。
お菓子なんかを持って行くのも楽しいです。

This Catamaran outting was definitely worth the price for anyone. My wife and I enjoyed the staff courtesy during the whole trip. They provide all you can drink choices which was great during the beautiful sunset ride. They played nice music from beginning to end which was relaxing. The Sunset is beautiful from out in the water coasting along. I would definitely go on this ride again when visiting here.

This was my sixth trip to Hawaii, and I participated in a dinner show for the first time. While a similar show can be enjoyed at the Polynesian Cultural Center, I chose this one because my accommodation was at Hilton and I was traveling with my 5-year-old child, allowing us to enjoy it without wasting travel time.

When making the reservation, I debated between regular seating and the Golden Circle seats. I opted for the Golden Circle seats, hoping to arrive early and sit in the front row. As planned, we arrived early at the meeting point, maintained a good position during the move, and entered the venue ahead of time. However, the seat assigned to us by the staff was a somewhat awkward spot with a few people in front of us. Many front-row seats in the Golden Circle were available, but I believe they were reserved for group guests. Since we were a party of three, we ended up sharing a table with other smaller groups.

The venue had large square tables for eight set up on three sides of a big stage, with the closest tables to the stage designated as Golden Seats. The regular seats were located about two meters behind the Golden Seats, separated by an aisle. The seat at the very back of the Golden Seats was only about two meters different from the regular seats. Additionally, if you are an owner of the Hilton Grand Vacation Club, you could upgrade to the Golden Seats for free at the regular seat price. I ended up spending unnecessarily without knowing this.

In terms of cost performance, I would rate the regular seats three stars and the Golden Circle seats two stars. The luau itself was very good.

通算6回目のハワイで、初めてこのようなディナーショーに参加しました。
ポリネシアカルチャーセンターでも同じようなショーが楽しめますが、宿泊先がヒルトンだったのと、5歳になる子供が一緒のため、移動時間のロスなく楽しめるこちらにしました。

予約の際、普通席かゴールデンサークル席か迷いましたが、早めに行って最前列で観れれば、と思い、ゴールデンサークル席にしました。結果、予定通り早めに集合場所に行き、移動中も良い位置をキープし早めに会場入りできましたが、係りの方に案内された席は前に数名いる中途半端な席でした。他のゴールデンサークル席の最前列は沢山開いていたのに、団体客用に取っておく必要があるのだと思います。うちは３名参加だったので、他の少人数の参加者との相席になりました。

会場は四角い大きな舞台の３辺に８名掛けのテーブルが並べられ、舞台から一番近いテーブルがゴールデンシートになっていました。ゴールデンシートから２ｍほどの通路を挟んだ後方のテーブルが普通席です。ゴールデンシートの一番後ろの席になると、普通席と２ｍほどしか変わりません。
また、ヒルトン・グランド・バケーション・クラブのオーナーなら、普通席の料金でゴールデンシート席へ無料アップグレードできました。知らずに無駄な出費をしてしまいました。
コスパは普通席なら☆３つ、ゴールデンサークル席なら☆２つ。
ルアウ自体はとても良かったです。

I felt安心 with the Japanese-speaking staff. Additionally, snorkeling was a valuable experience, and I was lucky enough to see a sea turtle. What surprised me the most was how delicious the food served on the boat was when we were all hungry after snorkeling. Overall, it was a tour that was packed with value.

日本語スタッフで安心でした。また、シュノーケリングも貴重な体験で、ウミガメも運良く見れました。何より意外だったのが、シュノーケリング後のお腹ペコペコな時に出された船上での料理が凄く美味しかったです。全体的にボリューム満点なツアーでした。

I participated in the VIP room plan with meals included. The impersonations were fantastic, aiming for perfection. However, it became boring. The time spent was excessively long. Starting with drink time in the green room, followed by waiting, and finally the show after finishing the meal. It was over five hours from the meeting time to when we were finally released. I was quite sleepy during the event, battling drowsiness. I felt bad being in the second row from the front... However, taking a commemorative photo with the impersonators was a nice memory. The food was surprisingly decent for the price. If you haven't seen it before, I think it's worth going, but the enjoyment may vary depending on your interest in the era and music.

食事付きVIPルームのプランで参加しました。
ものまね自体は完璧性を求めて素晴らしかったです。
ただ、飽きます。拘束されている時間が非常に長すぎる。
グリーンルームでのドリンクタイムから始まり、待機時間、食事を済ませてやっとのショー。集合時間から開放される時間まで5時間以上。
かなり、途中で睡魔が襲ってきて 睡魔との戦いでした。
前から2列目だったので、申し訳なかったのですが……。
ものまね芸人さんとの記念写真は思い出になっていいと思います。
食事も意外と、値段相応にそこそこいけます。
一度見たことがなければ、行くのもアリだとは思いますが、
年代と音楽に関しての関心度で、楽しさが変わると思います。

When staying at Hilton, I will take my children because they want to see the show, but I think the short stay is quite expensive. The dining arrangements vary depending on the price of the seats, so I recommend the more expensive seats. With the cheaper seats, it feels like the show starts just as you finish your meal. However, since it's a major show, I definitely recommend making a reservation in advance for those who want specific seats on their desired viewing date.

ヒルトンに宿泊すると子供が観賞したがるので連れて行きますが、ショートしてはかなり割高だと思います。
シートの値段によって食事への案内が変わるので、高い席がお勧めです。安い席だと食事を取り終える頃にはショーが始まってしまう感じです。
ただメジャーなショーなので希望の席を希望する観賞日でという方は是非事前に予約をお勧めします。

On the first night of my arrival on Oahu, I watched a show to experience Hawaii. It started while it was still light out, and as dusk turned to night, the content of the show shifted from a relaxed pace to the intense fire dance. The show featured a variety of different performances in a short span, and I learned that there are many types of hula, making me want to delve into its history. The buffet before the show was delicious, and I was able to enjoy traditional dishes to my heart's content, which left me very satisfied. I think it's worth seeing for first-timers.

オアフ島到着初日の夜にハワイを感じるためショーを見ました。
まだ明るい時間からスタートし、だんだん夕暮れから夜になるにつれ、ショーの内容もゆったりしたものからファイヤーダンスの激しいものに変化をしていきます。
ショーも短いスパンでいろんな趣向のものを見せて頂き、一概にフラと言っても色んな種類があることを学びました。フラの歴史を紐解きたくなりました。
ショーの前のバイキングのお料理もどれも美味しく、伝統料理をお腹いっぱい食すことが出来、大満足でした。
初めての方は一度見てみるといいかな、と思いました。

It becomes a look-alike show, similar to what you would find in Japan. There was no Japanese at all, but I enjoyed it thoroughly. I had the cheapest cocktail course, but my seat was decent, and I was able to watch the show. After the show, there was also a photo and autograph session available regardless of the course. PS. It's not suitable for children. It's a course aimed at middle-aged people.

日本で言うとモノマネそっくりさんショーになります。日本語は一切ありませんが、十分楽しめました。私は一番安いカクテルコースでしたが、席も悪くなくショーを見ることができました。ショーの後の写真・サイン会もコースに関係なく対応していただけます。PS.子供は無理です。中年向けのコースです。

I participated in this luau show because I wanted to immerse myself in the Hawaiian atmosphere during my stay. I made a reservation early with high hopes, but just because I booked early doesn’t guarantee a good seat (cry). It felt like they were seating us in order of arrival. The host spoke in English, so I couldn’t understand what was being said, which might reduce the enjoyment for those who don’t speak English, but the dancing was truly amazing, as expected from the authentic setting. The fire dance, in particular, was incredibly powerful and the best part! The venue isn’t very large, so I think you can see the show well from any spot. Therefore, I felt that it’s sufficient to go with a standard seat without paying extra. The only advantage of the premium seats is that they let you go to the buffet first. The food was fairly good.

滞在中によりハワイ気分を味わいたくて、このルアウショーに参加しました。
気合を入れて早くから予約していたのですが、早く予約を入れたからといっていい席とは限らないのですね（泣）
入場した順番で前の席から案内されるといったカンジでした。
司会進行役（？）の方が英語なので何を言っているのかわからず、英語を話せない方にとっては楽しさ半減かもしれませんが、ダンスはさすが本場だけあって素晴らしかったです。
特にファイヤーダンスが迫力満点で最高でした！
場所的にはそんなに広くないのでどの場所からでもショーは良く見えると思います。
なので、わざわざ高いお金を払わなくてもスタンダードシートで十分だと思いました。
プレミアムシートのメリットはブュッフェを先に取りに行かせてくれるぐらいです。
料理はまあまあ美味しかったです。

This was my fourth time in Hawaii. In the past three visits, I participated in sunset cruises with dinner, but this time I wanted to try a different cruise, so I chose this one. It turned out to be a great decision. There was only one other group of Japanese people besides us. In Waikiki, which is usually filled with Japanese tourists, this cruise offers a taste of foreign charm. Unlimited Mai Tais and the views were fantastic! The homey atmosphere where everyone starts dancing to the music is something you can't easily experience in Japan! The small boat does sway quite a bit, but that adds to the thrill! I definitely want to participate again next time.

4回目のハワイ。過去3回、ディナー付のサンセットクルーズに参加していましたが、いつもと違うクルーズがしたいと思い、こちらを選択。結果、大正解でした。私たちのほかに日本人グループは１組だけ。日本人だらけのワイキキにあって、このクルーズは外国情緒を味わえます。マイタイ飲み放題、景色も最高！みんな音楽に合わせて踊りだすアットホームな雰囲気は日本ではなかなか味わえません！小さい船だから結構揺れますが、それもスリリング！次回からも参加したいと思います。

The meals are buffet style, but the taste is quite delicious. The show is also worth seeing. However, I arrived late and had trouble finding the venue since it was in a hard-to-locate area. The Hilton is very large, so it would be nice to have a map attached.

食事は、ビッフェスタイルですが、味はかなり美味しいです。ショーも見ごたえがあります。ただ、集合時間に遅れて行ってしまったので、会場がわかりずらい所で探すのが苦労しました。ヒルトンは、とても広いので案内図が添付されているといいですね。

We had an absolutely terrific time. The staff was great!

My friend and I booked the VIP evening which included a 3 course meal. The food was beautifully presented and delivered by a friendly waitress, each course, although not necessarily to our taste, was very good, especially the dessert, the chef even came out afterwood to ask if everything had been satisfactory. The entertainment was excellent and had everyone singing along to the old favorites.
One criticism would be that having 2 Elvis performers was a little too much, the first Elvis (younger) was great, the second, although good was not as good.
Overall a great night which will not be forgotton.

Departing from Waikiki on a yacht was fantastic! We went quite far out to sea. It was relaxing to enjoy drinks while watching the sunset, and the view of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach from the ocean was really great. I didn't get seasick, and I enjoyed four glasses of wine and cocktails, which made for a wonderful experience. We did various activities, but this was the most memorable and I highly recommend it.

ヨットでワイキキを出発！
結構沖まで出ました。
サンセットまでお酒を飲みながらのんびりできるし
海から眺めるダイヤモンドヘッドとワイキキビーチは
かなり良かったです。
船も酔わないしワインとカクテルを４杯のんで
かなり満喫しました。
いろいろアクティビティしましたが、一番印象深くオススメです。

We were excited to enjoy a traditional Hawaiian show with the family. As soon as we entered the venue, we were greeted with leis, creating an amazing atmosphere! The meal was served in a buffet style, and while the menu was very American, it was definitely satisfying! The fire dance was the most impressive part of the show. Since we visited in December, it was a bit chilly at night, so a light jacket is a must! I think this is a place everyone should visit at least once when in Hawaii!

家族でハワイ伝統のショーを見れるとあって、うきうきしながらの食事でした。
会場に入ると、さっそくレイをかけてもらえて、雰囲気抜群です！！食事は、順番にバイキングへ案内されます。
ザ・アメリカンな内容ですが、食べごたえ抜群！！
ショーはファイヤーダンスが一番印象的でした☆
１２月参加だったので、夜が肌寒く、羽織ものは必須です！
ハワイに行ったら、一回は訪れてみるべきだと思います！

I always go to the shows at the Polynesian Cultural Center and leave feeling moved, but this time I didn't want to travel far, yet I still wanted to see a show, so I participated for the first time.

First, I thought I would meet Alan, the staff member, at the meeting point, but before I knew it, we were taking photos and lining up all the way to the rooftop. The wait time was long, so I wondered if I should have gone a little later.

The food was okay in taste, but the variety was quite similar, and I didn't feel full. There wasn't much time to eat either.

However, the dance was amazing, and the fire dance was truly spectacular. It was wonderful. I think it's worth it just to see the dancers! The dancers were cool, and the women were beautiful! My ten-year-old child also enjoyed it.

Regarding the meeting point, I think a little more explanation would help first-time visitors feel more at ease.

ポリネシアンカルチャーセンターでのショーにいつも行き、感動して帰りますが、今回は遠くまで行きたくなく、でも、ショーは見たいということで、初めて参加しました。

まず、集合場所で、アランスタッフと会えるのかと思っていたら、あれよあれよというままに、写真や行列で屋上まで。
待ち時間が長かったので、もう少しあとに行けばよかったかな？

料理は味はまあまあですが、種類が似たようなものばかりで、おなかいっぱいにはなりませんでした。食べる時間もあまりなかったです。

でもダンスは最高で、やはりファイヤーダンスは圧巻です。素晴らしかったです。ダンスを見るだけなら、十分だと思います。ダンサーもかっこいい！女性もきれい！
十歳の子供も楽しんでいました。

集合の点については　もう少し説明があると初めての方も安心すると思います。

Confused about where to meet at the location at first and boat was about 15 minutes late so we were kind of worried if we were in the correct place.
Cruise and staff were awesome.
Mai tai's did not have much alcohol.

Staying at the Royal Hawaiian was great because it was nearby. When we arrived on the 4th floor, we were guided to a corner of the rooftop, where we were welcomed with live guitar music and hula dancing as the sun gradually set, followed by a buffet meal. I learned that there was also a male hula performance. After dinner, there was a foreign impersonation show in the venue. There were many groups from Japan. The show featured performances from Elvis, Michael, Gaga, etc., and it was all very enjoyable. At one point, Elvis came out and shook hands, and the Thriller zombies came right up close, providing an exciting experience. After the show, they even posed for commemorative photos in the lobby. The cost performance was excellent, and I highly recommend it; I'm glad I chose this experience.

ロイヤルハワイアンに泊まっていたので、近くて良かったです。４Fに着くと屋上の一角に案内され、段々日が暮れる中生ギターと踊りでもてなされ、ビュッフェの食事をします。男の人のフラもあるのだと知りました。食事のあとは、会場の中で外国版モノマネショーです。日本の団体がいっぱいでした。ショーは、プレスリー~マイケル~ガガetcと全部見甲斐がありました。途中でプレスリーが来て握手したり、スリラーのゾンビが横まで迫ってきたりと迫力満点で楽しませてくれ、ショーが終わるとロビーで記念撮影にも応じてくれます。コストパフォーマンス◎でとてもお勧めで選んでよかったです。

It was my first trip to Hawaii, so I wanted to see a luau show and decided to participate. After enjoying a buffet-style dinner, the show began.

The show was a great experience, featuring the powerful dances of the men and the beautiful hula dances of the women. Although it was in English, the entertaining hosting made the show very lively.

It was a very enjoyable show.

初めてのハワイ旅行でしたので、ルアウショーを見てみたいと思い参加しました。ビュッフェ形式の夕食を食べてから、ショーが始まります。
ショーは、男性陣の力強い踊りと、女性陣の美しく綺麗なフラダンス等を見ることができて大変いい経験になりました。
英語ではありますが、司会の方の面白い進行でショーは盛り上がっていました。
とても楽しいショーでした。

We had fun, didn't expect this to be a drinking cruise with a bunch of your party goers, but it was fun.

I participated in the same fireworks event at Hilton last year and had a great time, so I signed up for the same tour this year. The staff crew was the same, and there was a very charming guy who was great at talking (he mentioned he was getting married soon and asked for tips, but I feel like he said the same thing last year...?). Anyway, they were all people who made the passengers enjoy themselves. The cruise had an equal mix of Japanese and foreign guests. The food was simple but delicious, and although drinks were ticket-based, soft drinks were unlimited, so I didn't have much trouble (the waves were slightly higher than last year, and since the meal was on the outdoor deck, it was a bit challenging due to the rocking).

We were able to enjoy the sunset on the horizon, and the atmosphere from the sea was fantastic. I especially recommend this tour for Friday nights.

ヒルトンの花火が催される金曜日の夜に昨年も同じ規格で参加し、たいへん楽しめたので今年も同じツアーに申し込みました。スタッフクルーも同じで大変話のうまいお兄さんでした（結婚間近なのでチップよろしくと言っていましたが、確か昨年も同じことを言っていたような気が・・・？）とにかく乗客を楽しませてくれる方々でした。日本人客と外国の方が半々のクルーズでした。食事はシンプルな内容でしたが美味しかった、ドリンクもチケット制ですがソフトドリンクは飲み放題でほとんど不自由しなかったです（波が昨年より若干高く、食事はデッキ屋外だったので揺れてやや大変でした。
水平線上のサンセットも拝めて、海上からのはナビは雰囲気最高でした。特に金曜日の夜はお勧めのツアーだと思います。

I thought I bought and paid for the sunset cruise but it was
actually was the moonlight cruise with my young grandchildren
that actually slept thru most of it. It is too late for little kids. The fireworks were good though.

It's enjoyable for older people, and the songs are understandable for the younger generation as well, making it great for families.

年配の方も楽しめるし、若い世代にもなんとかわかる曲なので、ファミリーには◎。

I went to the "Waikiki Starlight Luau" at Hilton Hawaiian Village. First, when I arrived at the meeting time, I took a commemorative photo with one of the dancers (which will later be sold at the table for $25 each). There were quite a few people, and then we all headed to the venue.

We took the elevator up to the venue, which is set up on the rooftop of the parking lot. It was past 5:30 PM, but it was really bright. Sunglasses are a must. As soon as we arrived, drinks were served, and for a while, they drew temporary tattoos on our hands with a pen, but I was a bit confused since I didn't understand English very well.

After that, people in the higher seats could go get their food. Those in the regular seats had to wait in line quite a bit to get their dishes. The show was a bit lacking in excitement if you don't understand English. My 5-year-old daughter got bored, but my 8-year-old daughter enjoyed it quite a bit.

Drinks are limited to two per person, but you can order more. There are also kids' meals available, but my children were fine with the adult portions. The foreign ladies were really excited about the male dancers!

In any case, I think it's a good idea to bring sunglasses and enjoy the atmosphere.

ヒルトンハワイアンビレッジの「ワイキキスターライトルアウ」へ行ってきました。
まずは、当日、集合時間にいくと、ダンサー？！の方と記念写真をパチリ（これは後で、テーブルに１枚２５＄で販売にきます）。結構な人数で、そのあとゾロゾロと会場へ。
会場へは、エレベータを使ってのぼっていきます。
駐車場の屋上！？に、設置。
時間は１７：３０過ぎですが、まぶしいです。サングラスは必須。つくと、すぐにドリンクがでて、そのあとはしばらく、手にペンでタトゥーみたいに書いてくれたり、とあるのですが、いかんせん、英語がよくわからないと一瞬！？となりました。
そのあと、高い席のヒトから食事をとりにいけます。普通の席の方々は、結構、料理をとるのに並ばないといけない感じです。ショーは、英語がわからないとやはり、、ノリは今一つ。5歳の次女はあきていましたが、8歳の長女は結構楽しんでいました。
ドリンクは２つまでセットされていますが、追加は可能です。あと、キッズ用の食事もありますが、うちの子供たちは大人用でOKでした。
外人のおばさまがたは、男性のダンサーの方々に大盛り上がり！
いずれにしても、サングラスをもっていって、雰囲気含め楽しんでかと思います。

We have been on this catamaran 4 times now, we absolutely love it! The staff is so nice and they make the BEST Mai Tai's as well! We will always book with them when we visit Hawaii.