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Oahu: Germaine's Luau

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Honolulu, USA
Very popular!
5+ bookings in the past 6 hours.
  • 3 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.2
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· Yuniqua_B ·
Mar 2026
I went to Germaine’s Luau on a solo trip and had a wonderful experience. The staff was welcoming and made me feel comfortable right away. The oceanfront setting was beautiful, the food was great, and the show especially the dancers was amazing. It was a fun, authentic Hawaiian experience and one of the highlights of my trip. Highly recommend, even for solo travelers!
· Wendi_P ·
Feb 2026
Great location, food and drinks! The entertainment was great, friendly staff and entertainers. Would recommend anytime in Oahu!

Overview

Enjoy a taste of Hawaiian culture when you book this luau dinner experience in Kapolei. Head to the venue and be greeted with a traditional lei before you are seated for dinner. Enjoy a delicious Hawaiian-American meal with dishes that include a succulent roasted pig, sauteed island fish, Hawaiian chicken, and much more. Then, watch live performances of Polynesian fire-knife, hula, and slap dancing. The Makai Luau Package includes: - Shell Lei greeting - A Hawaiian buffet - Soft drinks & hot coffee - 1 alcoholic drink ticket per adult 21+ Original Luau Package include: - Shell Lei greeting - A Hawaiian buffet - Soft drinks & hot coffee - 2 alcoholic drink ticket per adult 21+ Plumeria Luau Package Includes: - Kukui Nut Lei greeting - VIP Seating - A Hawaiian buffet with express line - 3 alcoholic drink ticket per adult 21+ - Soft Drinks & hot coffee - Souvenir gift (1 per Plumeria adult)
  • Learn more about Hawaiian culture at a luau
  • Alcoholic drinks are included in both packages
  • Upgrade to include round-trip hotel transfers
  • Choose from two packages to fit your budget

Sample Menu

Main

Luau Dinner

Kalua Pig (Roasted Pig) Poi (Taro Potato) Sweet Dinner Rolls (w/ Packaged Butter) Lomilomi Salmon Haupia (Coconut Pudding)

Main

Luau Dinner

Sauteed Island Fish (w/ Packaged Tarter Sauce) Terriyaki Beef White Rice Fresh Pineapple Vanilla Coconut Cake

Main

Luau Dinner

Hawaiian Pulehu Chicken Fresh Fruit Salad Tossed Green Salad (w/ Packaged Dressing) Potato/Macaroni Salad

What's Included

  • Lei greeting upon arrival
  • Hawaiian-American Dinner Meal
  • Complimentary Soft Drinks & hot coffee
  • Alcoholic Drink Ticket per Adult 21+
  • An exciting Polynesian Show
  • "Transportation from Waikiki (if option selected)"
  • Gratuities
  • On Site Self parking fee will be $5.00 cash only per vehicle, stalls are limited.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

TRANSPORTATION ADDITIONAL $35.00 PER PERSON Please confirm hotel pickup with operator after booking the transportation option. Ala Moana Hotel - Mahukona Street Entrance (4:00pm) ABC Store #83 - Curbside Next to Grand Waikikian Hotel (4:05m) La Croix Hotel (4:10pm) Seaside Avenue - In front of Ross Store (4:20pm) Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort - Back of hotel on Koa Avenue entrance (4:25pm) Twin Fin - Paoakalani Avenue next to the Trolley sign (4:30pm) Return Time from Germain's Luau to hotel - Boarding on vehicle for Return time about 8:30pm

Operating hours
.5:30 pm

What To Expect

1

Germaine's Luau

3 hours 15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Most travelers can participate
  • All Events and times are weather permitting and are subject to change without notice
  • Wheelchair accessible - collapsible wheelchairs preferred
  • Most surfaces are wheelchair accessible, since we do have ramps to the Bar, the Restrooms, and the Ohana Gift Shop, and outside surfaces of the luau have harder sand
  • Motorized wheelchairs are allowed in most areas, however, Germaine's Luau will not be responsible for any damages to the electric mechanism for the chair due to sand, as our luau is on a private beachfront property.
  • Outdoor event, casual dress with walking on sand
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 200 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

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Reviews

4.2
based on 718 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Terrible! Don’t waste your money!

Junia_H, May 2026
This luau was a complete disappointment! We drove more than 1 hr in heavy traffic expecting and authentic local experience and was absolutely not worth it! They started about 2 hrs late. The host was extremely load and sounded like an over-the-top bad TV show announcer. Instead of experience Hawaiian dancers we have to watch amateurs trying to compete for applause… the performance's was poor and the food was even worse! We left before the show even ended. This is a tourist trap more than a cultural experience. For the price I was expecting a lot better! NO RECOMMEND! Don’t waste your money.

Wonderful experience

Katherine_H, May 2026
The food and drinks were delicious, staff is very nice and friendly. I would definitely recommend this activity!

Eating

Brenda_J, May 2026
You really don’t eat until almost 7:30, so eat something beforehand! Pictures are quite expensive & I feel they should be included in the exorbitant price you pay for the Luau

Response from Host, May 2026

Aloha Brenda, Mahalo for your wonderful review. Yes, dinner service normally star's between 6:30pm and 6:45pm when all guest arrive. Depending on which Luau package is when your called to the buffet. Dinner normally ends at 7:30pm. Mahalo,

Just So-So

jeff_m, May 2026
The bus ride is frankly the best part. I would save your money. The show was ok, the audience participation is funny. The house band is very good. The food was marginal at best. Not sure how it stacks up with other options. The location was s right in the middle of an industrial area. Food was a buffet style and the pork, fish, chicken and the beef was cold.

Response from Host, May 2026

Aloha Jeff, Thank you for your review. I'm sorry we didn't meet your expectations. I'm working with our operation's team to address you comments. Mahalo,

Red Band Tour aka bottom of the tours!

Teresa_A, May 2026
It was nice bt when I purchased these tikets I wasn't aware of different colors bands.. we had red, and others green, yellow and better treatment seats , souvenir and pictures, us red the botyom of the group it made us feel single out as the low less appropriate group...that ruined the whole experience. These tikets where pricy yet not worthy. I personally wouldn't recommend it. I gave it three stars for the tour guy and the dancers.

Response from Host, May 2026

Aloha Teresa, I sorry we didn't meet you expectations. We do offer three different luau packages to fit everyone's budget. Mahalo,

Amazing time

TAMIKA_W, May 2026
Great experience. Fun and well organized. Recommend taking advantage of the travel there as well. Great!

Response from Host, May 2026

Aloha Tamika, Thank you for your excellent five star review. We hope to see you again soon. Mahalo,

Was a fun evening. food...

Sharon_T, May 2026
Was a fun evening. food was great. couldn't really see the stage on the really hard uncomfortable seats . We didn't know there was different packages and that we would be way down back.

Response from Host, May 2026

Aloha Sharon, Mahalo for your five star review. Yes, we have three different packages to choose from,. Plumeria, Original and Makai Luau dinner show packages. Mahalo,

Had a great fun night,...

Grant_P, May 2026
Had a great fun night, lovely by the beach, dancers were spectacular and the foid was lovely. Thankyou to the team.

Response from Host, May 2026

Aloha Grant, We appreciate your review and comments. We hope to see again soon. Mahalo,

Decent

Janille_W, May 2026
The show was nice, staff was friendly and the location is very nice the food was very good. Worth the $$ and time.

Response from Host, May 2026

Aloha Janille, Mahalo for your wonderful review. Aloha

best luau

melissa_a, May 2026
me and my boyfriend had sooo much fun, definitely recommend this luau, the food, the dances, the activities, the bar it was amazing!!!

Response from Host, May 2026

Aloha Melissa, Thank you for sharing your experience and excellent review. Mahalo,

Great food and...

ROSALYN_R, Apr 2026
Great food and entertainment. The bus ride was fun and staff were wonderful! Will do this again on my next trip

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Rosalyn, Thank you for your wonderful review and we look forward to seeing you again. Mahalo,

So much fun. Very...

Lisanne_D, Apr 2026
So much fun. Very entertaining. The food was very good. I highly recommend experiencing it yourself.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Lisanne, Mahalo for your excellent review. Aloha,

I only have a few gripes…...

Noel_W, Apr 2026
I only have a few gripes… The bar was extremely slow, spent a lot of time in the beginning waiting in line… a line that barely moved. It was kind of outlandish. The seating was picnic tables which is fine, however I was not able to see over the people in front of me at all (at my same table) and found myself having to lean in to the aisle a lot, but it was a main walk way so ended up just standing. Also, lots of mosquitos - this is not a venue issue, but just something worth mentioning so the others reading this can prepare. Overall a great experience. The food was really good actually & drinks were pretty affordable. The shuttles bathroom was broken but the driver stopped about half way for a bathroom break for whoever needed one which was nice. The show was fun & engaging. The did a lot of shout outs for birthdays, engagements, etc. so if you are there or in Hawaii celebrating something special make sure to notate it on your booking or call them ahead of time. We ended up having 2 reservations with a total of 16 people and they were very kind when we called and had reserved us tables next to each other! Additionally, the dinner buffet was super quick and easy to get through, no long lines and plenty of food. A very organized process. To be honest we chose this luau because it was on the beach & had included transportation. It met my expectations.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Noel. Mahalo for your review and sharing your comments. I've addressed your concerns with our operations team. Until we meet again, Aloha,

Solid activity!

Gabriela_B, Apr 2026
Everything was great! Really enjoyed the show and the atmosphere. The only reason why I’m doing 4 stars instead of five is because the picnic style tables/benches are high and super uncomfortable when sitting for a long time. By the time the show begins, you are wiggling from one butt cheek to another trying to get comfortable. Benches don’t have cushions so it quickly becomes issue for the butt and the back (since it’s a bench there’s no back support). Other than that can’t complain. Food is good—simple but good!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Gabriel, We appreciate you wonderful review and comments. Mahalo,

You don’t have to dress...

Erin_T, Apr 2026
You don’t have to dress up ,but it’s fun to and you’ll get a souvenir photo taken when you get there

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Erin, Yes when attending a beachside Luau, we suggest dress casual and enjoy yourself. However, you are also welcome to dress up and wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking on sand. Aloha, .

Amazing performance and atmosphere

Jennifer_S, Apr 2026
I’ve been to this Luau 3 time and it never disappoints. The performance is amazing and wonderful food.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Jennifer, Wow, three times. Mahalo for choosing Germaine's Luau and we look forward to seeing you again. Aloha,

Save your money and go do something else!

Jaskaran_K, Apr 2026
NOT worth your time or money. They charge $5 for parking so if you do go, make sure you take $5 cash. We went there expecting a lot of performances, dances, and fire dances. Instead there was a VERY large crowd, long line ups for drinks, long line ups for the activities. We tried to go walk out to the near by beach but were STOPPED and told we were not allowed out there. The food was NOT GOOD. We left early. They stopped all the performances during the dinner time which was a self serve buffet. We had a reserved table which was cool but honestly not worth it. Save your money and go do something else.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Jaskaran, I sorry we didn't meet your expectations. Our property line prohibits clients from going onto the beach into the water. It's also for safety reasons. We appreciate all reviews ands thank you for your time. Mahalo again,

Great Time!

Jacob_H, Apr 2026
This is totally worth the experience. Good food, great entertainment! Would recommend for sure! Make sure to leave early as the traffic on weedkdays can be a challenge.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Jacob, Mahalo for your excellent review. Yes, driving to Luau can be a challenge. We do offer a transportation option for our guest. Aloha,

Great experience for our first luau.

Florence_P, Apr 2026
The show was great and seating wasn’t too bad. Food was delicious and the staff is amazing. Thank you for the wonderful experience.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Florence, Thank you for your excellent review and comments. Yes, Germaine's Luau offer's three Luau packages and seating is based on package selection. Mahalo again,

Amazing 10/10

Zhade_M, Apr 2026
There’s so much to talk about with this experience but I have to say 10/10 for everything! Highly recommend if you’re looking for an amazing Luau show

Wet

shelain_M, Apr 2026
It rained and it was super windy and uncomfortable and I believe they should have just cancelled it instead we sat on wet tables and everyone around me were miserable so vibes weren’t there and just didn’t make for a good time. I will say Performers were great and friendly and did a great job even in rain and wind . Food nothing special and they lost my picture they took when we first arrived.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Shelain, My apologies that we didn't meet your expectations. Yes, Germaine's is an outdoor with weather challenges at times. Please email me at sightnsea@Robertshawaii.com to discuss. Mahalo,

Authentic Luau

Kelli_T, Apr 2026
Very authentic dinner and entertainment. Felt it was a little slow going but fun. Food gave a variety of cultural experiences and there was plenty. Location at the beach was spectacular.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Kelli, We appreciate your time and review. Yes, Germaine's is one of the few luau's with a beach front location. Aloha,

Great Luau

Karen_S, Apr 2026
We have been to the island several times and never attended a luau. I am glad we decided to attend, it was a great show and the food was good.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Karen, Thank you for your wonderful review. We hope to see you again soon. Mahalo,

Great Luau!

Charles_H, Apr 2026
We had the best time ever at Germaine‘s Luau! I last went over 20 years ago, and it was just as great then as it is now. They make you feel like family and everyone is super attentive. The show is great and the food is wonderful. I would definitely recommend this luau over the others!!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Charles, Mahalo for your excellent review and recommendation. Germaine's Luau is celebrating our 50 Year Anniversary this year. I'm glad after 20 years you where able to return and we continued to me your expectations. Mahalo again,

Awesome experience with...

Esuardo_L, Apr 2026
Awesome experience with my family, was able to celebrate 20year wedding anniversary and did not disappoint, plenty of food and entertainment. Would do it again.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Esuardo, Congratulation on your celebrating your 20 year wedding anniversary. Thank you for sharing your time with us. We look forward to seeing you again for your 25tt anniversary or sooner. Aloha,

I did my research - This is the one!

Maxine_G, Mar 2026
It was an amazing experience. I went with my parents for my 30th Birthday and this was a big deal for me. I researched and researched for the best one and Germaine's Luau is it!! They had our attention the whole time!!! With Activities, Food and Entertainment.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Maxine, Happy belated Birthday. We appreciate your excellent review and recommendation. Germaine's Luau is celebrating our 50th Anniversary. Mahalo,

The tour guide, Akeleia...

Mark_F, Mar 2026
The tour guide, Akeleia was excellent. He took the time during the drive to personally meet and got to know every person on the bus. And what's even more impressive is that he remembered many of our names.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Mark, Mahalo for sharing your experience with Akeleia. We appreciate you taking the time to post your review. Mahalo again,

Great show and food

Lorraine_P, Mar 2026
We had an absolutely wonderful time. The show was great as was the food. We did. It leave hungry. Staff was very friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend Germaine's Luau!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Aloha Lorraine, Thank you for sharing your experience and recommendation. Please visit us again. Mahalo,

Amazing

Melissa_M, Mar 2026
This was the most amazing show it’s is a must seen everything was great food, people were amazing I’ll come back again

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Aloha Melissa, Mahalo for sharing your amazing experience with us. We appreciate your time. Mahalo,

Fire!

Tami_S, Mar 2026
We had so much fun! Food was very good and the traditional Hawaiian dancers were excellent! And we made new friends!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Aloha Tami, Thank you for your excellent review. We appreciate you and I'm happy you made new friends. That's always a plus. Mahalo,

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