Despite a little rain early in the show this was fabulous! Hot tip- premium seating gets you closer to the stage but isn't covered. When it was raining they provided ponchos but I was jealous of the Ohana seating under the roof until the skies cleared. First the show- wow! These are very talented dancers/performers. I was impressed by the range of dances and songs. The live band support was solid, and why I think my husband and son found to be most thrilling was the fire performance at the end. Dude licked and grabbed Fire. Second the food- I'm a vegan and was a little nervous about having enough options but they really had something for everyone. My son enjoyed the separate kids buffet, my usually picky husband loved all the fresh fish options and I had more than enough to fill up on, my favorite turned out to be purple sweet potatoes in a coconut milk sauce. read more

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It's pricy but if you can make it work, it was an awesome experience. My kids said it was one of the top highlights of the trip. Buffet was solid. It's a buffet. But the roasted pork was delicious. Drinks were sugary. It's open bar, but man, those drinks are sugary. I had 2 - 1/2 cocktails and that was enough. Service was great. The performers were awesome. They were engaged and working their butts off. They were truly the stars of the show. The one piece of negative feedback: it was so slow to start. You sit for a while (in the sun, or rain, in our case), before the limited apps come out and the music starts. We went with premium, so we were the first for everything, and that alone was worth the extra $$. But, there was what felt like quite a bit of waiting in the beginning. Once sun went down and the show started it was perfect. The fire at the end was awesome. But honestly, I love all the hula and dances. The host was a little hard to hear, but all good. Overall, definitely a must do. Not sure I'd be a repeat customer, but if you can float it, I think a memorable experience. read more

the performance here is just incredible! the dancers, the stories, the culture are absolutely worth seeing. the food was fabulous and the drinks wonderful. pork, spare ribs, and huli chicken were delicious. hawaiian fried rice was great this is world class dancing and art. the combination of more experienced dancers and younger dancers meaning the traditions are passed on was a real highlight. i'll be back every time i visit maui!! read more

We had the best time ever!!! The show was the best!! Sooo fun!!! And the food was outstanding!!! Definitely a must do!!!! read more

One of my favorite luaus, and I've been to 6 over the years. (There are a couple I like more but on Oahu, not Maui) The venue is very easy to access, especially if you're already staying in the Ka'anipalli area of Maui. It's not cheap at about $200 pp for the higher level, but I recommend it because the seats are much better. Check in at the Westin, enter the venue through the arcade near the waterfall, and get laid upon entry to the show area with a drink in each hand! The main meal food is better than average but it's all the basic items you expect. Salads, chicken, fish, veggies, beef, kaluha pork, poi, etc. They had three or four desserts. My Ovid and vids show most of the stuff. Their drinks are storing and include in the package. At least our package. And they're decently potent. Not much activity before the meal and show starts. Mainly vendors selling their wares, and a photographer. The photos were 20 bucks for one hard copy, or 60 bucks for the set which includes the digital ones that they email you later. They do a very nice job and my opinion is get it for the memory. The host is funny and engaging. The dancers were talented and a couple were quite striking. I cracked up cuz one kinda looked like The Rock to me. Haha. They do all the dances as they teach you the history of the South Pacific and Hawaii. Kids (and a few adults) go on stage to learn a dance. And the fire dancing portion is definitely the best I've seen. It's Hawai'i. Have fun and enjoy! One of my favorite luaus, and I've been to 6 over the years. (There are a couple I like more but on Oahu, not Maui) The venue is very easy to access, especially if you're already staying in the Ka'anipalli area of Maui. It's not cheap at about $200 pp for the higher level, but I recommend it because the seats are much better. Check in at the Westin, enter the venue through the arcade near the waterfall, and get laid upon entry to the show area with a drink in each hand! The main meal food is better than average but it's all the basic items you expect. Salads, chicken, fish, veggies, beef, kaluha pork, poi, etc. They had three or four desserts. My Ovid and vids show most of the stuff. Their drinks are storing and include in the package. At least our package. And they're decently potent. Not much activity before the meal and show starts. Mainly vendors selling their wares, and a photographer. The photos were 20 bucks for one hard copy, or 60 bucks for the set which includes the digital ones that they email you later. They do a very nice job and my opinion is get it for the memory. The host is funny and engaging. The dancers were talented and a couple were quite striking. I cracked up cuz one kinda looked like The Rock to me. Haha. They do all the dances as they teach you the history of the South Pacific and Hawaii. Kids (and a few adults) go on stage to learn a dance. And the fire dancing portion is definitely the best I've seen. It's Hawai'i. Have fun and enjoy! read more

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We were a bit torn on whether or not this would be a good show given all the yelp reviews that were all over the map. There are plenty of luaus available and depending on what you are looking for, this one may or may not fit the bill. For example this show is not strictly Hawaiian culture, but Polynesian and talks about the history of those who originally came to Hawaii. More traditional luaus that focus only on Hawaii, don't include the fire dancers. For me, that was the part of the show I wanted. As for our experience. Checkin started sometime before the 5:30 time on the ticket, but the line moved quickly and table assignments were handed out with instructions for how to get to the venue. There we found ourselves in another line but quickly realized this is where the line splits between Ohana seating and premium seating. Our premium seating tickets got us through the line much quicker. At the bar, Mai Tais and non-alcoholic POG juice were at the ready for the crowds to grab and go to their seats, usher by friendly staff. Ohana style snacks were brought to our table - boiled peanuts and fresh edamame and we enjoyed the conversation with the rest of our table along with the musicians providing ambiance with their musical stylings. Fun fact- boiled peanuts are the Hawaiian Super Bowl snack of choice according to one of our hosts. As the show started, several dances and history was shared before the dinner portion and once dinner was to begin, tables were selected to join the line one by one. In addition to the adult buffet, there was a separate kids buffet with more kid-friendly fare like Mac n cheese and chicken nuggets. On the adult side, everything you'd expect from the buffet. My favorite was the poke tuna and the catch of the day but it was all decent. Except for poi. That's not my bag, but you gotta try everything right? Following dinner was the rest of the show. And it did not disappoint. Overall notes: (1) when researching it seemed that either the show OR the food would be spectacular. We wanted a spectacular show with decent food and that's what we got. (2) more traditional Hawaiian shows do not include fire dancers. This one, being more Polynesian did and that was one of the highlights for me. (3) the sound system was not great at all. Music was lively but the spoken parts of the show were hard to understand. (4) open bar and yes, the premade drinks are watered down because many are made at one time and sit. If instead you order a different drink from the bar, that isn't the case. read more

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So this is a Polynesian Luau, offered at the Westin but open to anyone. There are several different kinds of luaus. You can attend in the Hawaiian islands, from events like this that are all Polynesian, to those that are focused solely on Hawaiian culture. Depending on what you're looking for, entertainment, food, or culture will influence your choice. For us, as a first luau, all Polynesian was absolutely fine, and this one was rated as having the best fire dancer show of any of the offerings. Now let's be clear, fire dancing, isn't strictly Hawaiian, but it's the tourist experience that a lot of people are looking for, including us this time. You'll notice that there aren't a lot of food pics, I was too busy eating and enjoying the food to take pictures of it. I know, bad yelper... The food here is buffet style and you're welcome to go back as often as you'd like. There are a wide range of options, both food and bar and when you're in the premium seats, you're also served some Hawaiian snacks while everyone else is getting seated. This is a fun event that all age ranges will enjoy, and the show is well produced. Fantastic dancing, great action, and enjoyable music and comedy. If you're staying at the Weston, it's also a very easy luau to access. No driving, no shuttles. If you're new to the islands, it's something to do once. read more

Wailele Luau - Happy luau couple - Performing Arts Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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We were so impressed with the welcoming staff at the Wailele Luau. I accidentally hit the wrong date for our experience (by two weeks), but the staff was able to rearrange some seating and accommodate my party of 7. We were so grateful. The food was really good! Very fresh and clean with many options. The show was fabulous! And the little shopping area had lots of fun things to buy, we walked away with a personalized Christmas ornament to remover this trip each year. Thank you everyone!!!! read more

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Wow what a blast, great show and food. The service is amazing, our server was very prompt and took great care of us. The seats have a great view of the stage and entertainment of the evening. This was our second time here in Maui and it was the first event that we scheduled for our stay. Thanks again for a wonderful show. read more

If we could convince the software engineers at Yelp to add a 6th star we would for this. Out of this world experience from setting to staff to food to show. The food was great and the spread was diverse for both dinner and dessert. The drinks were good, a bit stronger but when you're at a Luau who cares. The setting is well decorated and clean, there's also a market on the side and photos taken beforehand available for purchase later. No spoilers for the show but let us just say WOW. An absolute must experience for those in the area staying at hotels and we would say it's even worth a drive across the island just to experience. Outstanding. read more

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The hotel was beautiful and nicely decorated for the occasion. We were greeted with the warmest Alohas. Drinks were handed out, and we were led to our seats. While waiting for the luau to start, they have vendors selling various items of Hawaiian culture and a spot in front of the waterfall you could take a family photo. They also served fresh pineapple at our table. They have an open bar, I don't usually drink, but when in Hawaii try the tropical drinks, but beware the mai tais are sweet! The show was great and the performer put on a wonderful show. The food was decent. Honestly my favorite dishes were the fried rice, taro rolls with Mango butter, everything else was just ok. read more

The staff were very friendly and for my daughter with allergies, they really accommodated her. However; the schedule needs work. For young kids, you don't need to show up till 6, honestly. Food doesn't get served till 6:30 and the show is from 7-8. We had to leave by 745 for bedtime so we missed the whole fire show. They have great marketing but was pretty disappointed. The best experience was working with Leenie, the photographer. For how much we paid, I really was sad. read more

The food was great, the staff were super friendly, and the luau show was fantastic! The fire dance was especially impressive! We would highly recommend this luau! read more

We had a fantastic time and absolutely LOVED this luau! We did not pay for "premium" seating and I'm so glad we didn't. We had a fantastic view of the show and although the "premium" line was seated first, it didn't take us long to be seated, at all, as it was well-organized and the line moved swiftly. The food was absolutely delicious! We were impressed at the options for drinks beyond just the Mai Tai, as they also include many premium liquors, at no additional fee. The venue was beautiful, the service excellent and the show, dazzling. I can't recommend this luau enough! read more

Wailele Luau - Beautiful dancers - Performing Arts Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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One of the things my group wanted to do in HI was to check out a luau. I was worried that it would be cheesy but honestly, it was really interesting. There's a big buffet (pretty tasty) and unlimited (very tasty) drinks. The staff is great and the venue is beautiful. The performance was worth the $$ for sure. I learned about Hawaiian culture and really enjoyed my visit here. Two thumbs up. read more

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I specifically chose this luau over others in Maui because of my special dietary requirements. Their website was the only one that had a fill-in form to indicate allergies and add details in a comment box. When my wife and I arrived, the person at registration and our table server had the information I wrote in the online form. Our server was very attentive and checked with the kitchen staff to see what I could and could not eat. When he discovered the mahi mahi was cooked with dairy, he ordered one just for me that did not have dairy. He also served me a custom non-alcoholic drink. Tip: We signed up two days in advance and still got in but sat at one of the furthest tables from the stage. If you want Ohana (standard) seating, sign up early. read more

I would best describe this luau, or any luau while in Hawaii for that matter, as an activity to do once but not necessarily again. The food was average - totally edible, but nothing that felt particularly memorable or special. I will say that they dismiss tables to the luau in groups and the buffet lines did seem to move quickly. We saw them actively refreshing the chafing dishes with fresh food throughout our time in the line. Drinks were fine - probably not high alcohol content, but that was perfectly fine by me. The area the luau in is nice and partially covered, which was nice to stay out of the sun. Seats are pre-assigned (presumably based on when you buy tickets) so in theory the earlier you buy, the closer you are to the stage. Our server was awesome - great personality, fun to interact with, and happy to bring us additional drinks when requested. The dances and music were fun to watch - I wasn't expecting a live band and they were excellent. The show goes through different Polynesian cultures and different dances/music indigenous to each. We were glad we went while on our trip, but neither my husband or I feel the need to go back. read more

The show was great for our family with two young kids, altho the fire portion of the show was mainly what they wanted to watch and it was literally the last 15mins of the show. Food was mediocre at best, the meats were very salty and fish heavily sauced. The kids liked that they had their own separate kid friendly options like chicken karaage and mac n cheese. Overall it was quite expensive for what you get but it was still a great experience. read more

My rating is a 3.8. My family really wanted to experience a Luau for our first time in Hawaii. Ill be honest I didn't do much research but we were staying at the Westin Maui so we ended up just booking their onsite Luau mainly because all Luau pricing seemed to be similar and this was convenient for us. I was a bit bummed on the price, especially for the kids and probably would not have booked it had it not been for the 20% promotion they were running. Even with that price was still a bit ridiculous but its Hawaii, aint nothing "cheap" Hours before the event we heard from two couples how absolutely terrible the experience and food was for this event. It made me really mad so I tried to call and get a refund even though I was within the 48 hour no refund window. I spoke with Frank the manager and he did hold strong to their cancellation policy but allowed me a little grace with a reasonable offer. "Come to the Luau and if you have a problem with the experience at that time, we can talk." I am a passionate but fair man. So I gave a gentleman's agreement and we attended the event. As stated we were staying at the hotel so it was a whole 5 min walk. Very easy to find. We arrived maybe 5 minutes before they started letting everyone in and there were A LOT of people. However, the line moved very quickly. As we entered everyone was greeted with a lei and a drink. To my surprise Frank who I spoke with on the phone, I believe was waiting for me, introduced himself and walked us to our seats reiterating that if we needed anything or had a complaint to notify him and he handed me his card with his cell. I will be honest, the rest of the night went well. The performances were great, the service and staff were on it and friendly, they had all you could eat and drink (yes both alcohol and non). Overall we did enjoy ourselves. And because I am fair, I did not feel the need to make any complaints to Frank. Here is the brutally honest part. Are there maybe better Luau's? Maybe, wouldn't know. While the food was decent, no it was not gourmet but again this isn't the Ritz. If you are picky or snooty or a food snob, ya you are probably gonna have issues. But I think for most reasonable people it's a fun and tasty night. I do however believe the pricing IS a bit much for what it is but I do understand they have to pay a lot of hard working staff. I absolutely think the kids prices should be reduced or tiered by age. Anyhow, If you have the money and arent a primary dona and never experienced a Luau, take the leap, otherwise. Dont bother. I also would like to thank Frank for the customer service and effort he provided to us amongst the other unexpected gratuities which were purposefully not considered during this review. Thank you. read more

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Awesome great time!!! Food was awesome, the shows were great, and the unlimited drinks weren't bad either!!

My friend and I purchased 4 tickets for Ohana seating at the Wailele Luau from the Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villa upon our arrival and check-in. We paid $875 for 4 tickets, that's $218.75 per person including tax. We found out later that other places were selling tickets around $80 per person... For the price, we had really high expectations of a spectacular show and food/drinks. The show was a disappointment. There was only one guy worth watching. All but one male performer was either short or flabby and were not very performers. Two of the female performers were good, while the others were forgettable. The entertainment did not meet our expectations and was not worth the money. The fire dance was the highlight of the evening, and even that was less than impressive. The buffet was pretty good, but nothing special about it. The roast pig was tender but was very salty. The alcoholic beverages were really lightweight. We ordered some cocktails that came in cheap plastic cups and barely had any hint of alcohol. For the premium price that we paid, I would have expected some well-decorated drinks with a decent ratio of alcohol at the very least. We had a nice time, but I would not recommend this particular luau. It was way overpriced for the sub-par quality. read more

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This was one of my favorite luaus I have ever been to mostly because it was perfect for kids. The buffet was delicious and they had a separate kids buffet area - it was adorable. I have never seen a luau do this before. The Westin website was offering 30% off so we upgraded to premium seating and I'm so happy we did. The entire luau is on the small side so I don't really think there is a bad seat. Other luaus offer more cultural experiences (basket weaving, etc) I didn't see any of that but didn't feel like we were missing out at all. There was a few tables set up souvenirs you could purchase. The premium seats paid for closer seats, there is no vip line or early access. Same line as everyone else, same food, same drinks. The show was our favorite part! They did such a fantastic job! The fire show at the end the guys do is so cool!! I don't want to post the video to ruin it for everyone. Just go see it. My daughter has been talking about it all week, even wrote that it was her favorite memory and drew a picture of a palm tree with one of the fire dancers read more

Wailele Luau - Performing Arts Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Great show, amazing performers! A little cultural history lesson to boot. Good food and lots of it. All you can eat and an open bar with top shelf liquor to choose from. It is pricey, but you get your monies worth. Highly recommended! read more

Wailele Luau - Performing Arts Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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AMAZING experience!! If you're on the fence about doing a luau, do it! This one was so fun, food was great, wonderful service and awesome show! read more

Wailele Luau - Performing Arts Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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This was a great luau, definitely recommend! We purchased premium seating and it was well worth it. The food was yummy and the fire show was AWESOME! read more

Wailele Luau - Performing Arts Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

The entire experience was first class. Seating allowed good views of the show, the band was tight & played both traditional Hawaiian & pop songs. The tables went up one by one for the dinner buffet & there was no lack of food or cocktails for the evening. The stories of the Hawaiian cultures start was told via song & hula. read more

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The food was descent but not great. Tye performances were nice considering the small group they have of performers. The deserts were embarrassing - a desert bar with no cakes, pies, chocolates or a fruit selection (only a few berries mixed in with another desert. I have definitely been to better luaus. I paid extra for better seats and while I sat right next to the stage, I had a seat with my back to the stage. If you charge for premium seating, don't make it to where one person has to turn their chair around to see the show. Sell 6 or 7 seats instead of 8 or 9 per table. I am comparing this luau to the one at the Polynesian Cultural Center on Oahu - prices are identical and the PCC gives you an all day cultural program, luau and the 90 minute show with about 50 cast members. Food was outstanding and all seating had easy views of the show. read more

We aren't luau experts by any means, but this one just seemed over priced by the food standards alone. Show was good and pleasant. Ambiance was still very touristy- it is held at an upscale resort. Next time, we'll try the more authentic experience. All servers and workers were very welcoming and kind and performers all did a great job. read more

This was our first luau experience and it was so much fun. The performances were so beautiful and exciting to watch. Sat with others and enjoyed good conversation. The drinks flowed all night and the food was amazing. Went back for more, definitely recommend trying a lil of everything to find your liking. The staff was always around to get you a drink and clean up. At the end of the night we wanted a pineapple and were given a good one to enjoy later on. Didn't get to see a pig being cooked in traditional style, but this was a great experience, we had a memorable time. read more

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We paid close to $600 for 2 premium tickets. For the premium price you get nothing special except a better seat. No special line to get in, no special drink, no special Leia. The food was decent the drinks were decent but you could go inside and get full bar drinks which were better. The show was average. I think they're struggling to find people to work because it was basically three people doing the entire Luau show. There was no entertainment during the meal so long periods with nothing going on. I encourage people to support the local Maui economy but just know if you're going to do this Luau, it's nothing special and you're sitting on concrete not even grass and the premium price probably is not worth it. read more

Wailele Luau - Fire Dancer - Performing Arts Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

BEST LUAU EVER!! We had an AMAZING time at the Wailele Luau. I am of Polynesian descent have been to many luau's & cultural events, this was one of the best at incorporating several Polynesian islands. The food was great (even the poi was on point), as was the service. The ambience of the luau from start to finish was such an aloha vibe. The property being beach front in Ka'anapali sets you up for a stunning sunset just in time for a spectacular show!! The fire knife dance was fantastic! 5 Star read more

I loved it! The show had a really good flow occompanied by a great story line. The live musicians were on point as well. Open bar for a good amount of time, plenty of tasty food options (my favorite was the poke), the pork was a bit too dry but again, there were many other well cooked options to choose from. I have been to a luau was i was younger and remember it being a lot bigger by the water where they also held the smoke pig ceremony. This one wasn't as expected but, i did love the stage and waterfall set up. it gave it a more exotic ambiance. If in Maui, i do highly recommend this Luau. read more

The drinks were fine, the food was good and the show was amazing. It was worth it, I highly recommend!!

We've been to four luaus and this is the best by far. We splurged on the premium seating and it was well worth it. We were pretty close to the stage so we had a great view. The food was all great and there was a wide selection. The show was fantastic. The MC did a great job of narrating and telling the story of the Hawaiian islands, myths and people. All the dancing was great but the final fire dancing act was the best. read more

Wailele Luau - Performing Arts Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Great for kids! Great venue setup and well organized from the time we sat down, through dinner, and during the performance. The location is very convenient at Whalers Village as well! Food was very good and they even had a separate fun section setup specifically for the kids. The servers and bartender were very friendly, helpful, and attentive. Highly recommend if you're looking for something to do with your family. read more

We paid a little more for the premium seating which was well worth it! Our table was right in front! We had a buffet dinner before the show which was so delicious! So many options to choose from. My daughter is vegetarian and she was happy with her meal too. Lots of drink choices all evening with great service!The show was incredible! All the dancing and a great fire show! We learned a lot about the Hawaiian culture.I would definitely recommend this Luau for all ages. read more

3.5 star show, enjoyable but could be better. First off, do not pay extra for the premium. There is no difference. The tables are all equally good. Theres no bad views. Its a tall stage. The line moves fast and the food is the same. That said, they are round tables of 8 facing a stage which means 4 seats are great, 2 are passable, and the ends have their back to the stage. Only reason to sell these is pure greed as they are awful. Ask for a refund if they stick you at the end. They sold the show as a 3 hour performance. However its not nearly that long. The luau MC is following a script and has no audience engagement, hes not natural at all at it. Has the vibe of hes done it a million times and just wants to go home. The dancers themselves are great. The food was great. The alcohol is open bar. Make sure to get hammered the show is more fun drunk. Also they try to sell you more and more, like photos for $35 and stuff from China that was "designed" in Hawaii. Just stick go the show and you'll be good. read more

Great staff, great food, great music, great show. We got 20% from a promo they were running which made the price easier to swallow. If you do non-VIP seating, try and book early so you can sit in the front "Ohana" tables, which are almost as good as the VIP seats and a lot cheaper. Overall a lot of fun and it totally checks all the boxes. read more

This is not temporarily closed! It's Feb 2024. We attended the luau on this Friday and loved it. The food was exceptionally good. We had low expectations for food quality given mass catering is never one to really impress. But this luau at the Westin had these delicious offerings that my table all enjoyed: pork, sweet potato. They offer poi which is taro, a tuber. I enjoyed it because it's an island staple but note that it tastes like a tuber! It's going to not have a ton of seasoning, which is fine because it's like eating rice or potatoes--it tastes great with the seasoned meats. The show was also nice-- talented dancers and ends with an impressive fire dance which reminded me of the power of nature. Lahaina fire is still a recent memory and the community here is still recovering. We were guests at the Westin and found that buying our tickets from the concierge was slightly cheaper than buying online. But tickets can be purchased online and it was easy. All guests get a nice lei of flowers or nuts. It's all you care to eat and drink including alcohol. There's a great kids section with kiddie chopsticks and cute deco. Ohana seating was nice- we shared a round table with 2 other families and got to know folks from different parts of the mainland. The MC had a nice callout for anniversaries, honeymoons and birthdays. And there was even a marriage proposal on stage at the luau!!!! read more

If you have never ever been to a lu'au you will likely enjoy this show. If you go and think this lu'au is great you have no clue what you are missing. I'll say this the performers in this show give it their all. And the customer service is great. HOWEVER this is the worse produced show. A good lu'au is about the customer experience and for a good experience the customer needs attention. Here are the pros And cons of this lu'au. Pros: -Customer Service -Great resort -Performers gave it there all - the end of the show with the fire throwing is fun to watch Cons: - The show is dry and lacks enthusiasm from start to end - The break between performances is too long - lacks audience participation - lacks the authentic feel of watching a pig Being roasted, etc - There we're no greetings with performers in the traditional wear, meaning no pics with performers (trust me you're going to want pics and if you have kids they will too) - no traditional lei greeting when you arrive (but you can buy them for $15...this is TERRIBLE) - some of the tables are obstructed by large pillars so expect to move and stand. - The food is okay but not plentiful, it's family style...small portions. Tip: Do not do this lu'au unless it's convenient and you're staying at the Westin it is not worth the price of admission. If you want a suggestion on a better lu'au message me. I honestly want my money back! I feel they owe it to me. read more

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