The 8 Best Luaus on Maui

1.Maui Nui Luau at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,622 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $218Our pick

At the Sheraton Maui in Ka’anapali, Tihati Productions presents a roughly three-hour sunset luau with a lei greeting, an imu ceremony, a self-service Hawaiian buffet, and dances from across Polynesia. The Samoan fire and knife performance closes the show. Black Rock’s cliff diver may appear when weather and ocean conditions permit.

“It became very cold during the event, enough for a jacket. The music was not as perfect as we have experienced at other luaus. The food was excellent, better than we have had at other luaus. The dancers were young and not as experienced as others from other luaus. Thank you for the experience.”

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2.Te Au Moana Luau at The Wailea Beach Marriott Resort

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,247 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $225

At the Wailea Beach Marriott, Tihati Productions presents Te Au Moana: The Ocean Tide, a Polynesian story told through dance, live music, and a fire knife performance. Expect pre-show entertainment, a three-course family-style meal served at your table, and a souvenir lei or necklace. The evening lasts about three to four hours, with the ocean as its backdrop.

“Everything spectacular from start to finish! Venue, Service, Food, Drinks & performances were all amazing.”

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3.Myths of Maui Luau Dinner and Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,144 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.) · from $211

Spend about two and a half to three hours at an oceanfront Maui luau with a shell lei greeting, island buffet, complimentary listed drinks, live Hawaiian music, dances from across Polynesia, and a fire-knife finale. Choose standard or VIP seating; VIP includes early entry, priority buffet access, premium seats, and a fresh flower or kukui nut lei.

“They were a little disorganized. Ran out of flower leis and allowed another group to take our table spots while we were in line for drinks.”

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4.Maui Luau: Gilligans’ Island Luau in Kihei

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,130 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $166Best value

Spend about two to three hours at Gilligans' Island Luau in Kihei, with a Hawaiian buffet, included drinks, live music and dances from Hawaii, New Zealand and Tahiti. The show ends with a Samoan fire dance. It is a smaller, non-resort event, best reached by car, with no hotel transfers included.

“Great setting and beautiful performance. Food was delicious and plentiful as well. Very good and welcoming staff.”

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5.Gilligans’ Island Luau with Dinner and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 254 reviews · 2h 30m · from $166

At Gilligans' Island Luau, on the Maui Nui Golf Course in Kihei, you get a Hawaiian buffet, included alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and a close-up show tracing Polynesian dance traditions through Hawaii, New Zealand, and Tahiti. Hawaiian musicians and a drummer accompany the performances, with audience participation and a Samoan fire knife finale.

“Wonderful show and setting. Food variations tasty. Poi was too thin.”

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6.Feast at Mokapu Luau in Wailea

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 217 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

At Andaz Maui, Feast at Mokapu pairs a three-course plated dinner and unlimited handcrafted cocktails with Hawaiian music, dance, and interactive storytelling about the islands and their connection to the land. The roughly 2.5-hour evening unfolds on a grassy lawn beside Mokapu Beach, with a sunset view and a maximum of 150 people.

“The performers and service staff all did amazing. The food was exallent and the sun setting in the background at the beginning of the show just set up the experience for a knock out show!!!”

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7.Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 167 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $218

At the Westin Maui Resort & Spa on Kaanapali Beach, Wailele Luau pairs a buffet dinner and tropical drinks with live music, costumed dances, stories of the demigod Maui, and a fire knife finale. Plan on about three hours outdoors. The price is $218.75 per person, and hotel transfers are not included.

“Great for families with children. Very entertaining. Wonderful service as well. Love the options for kids friendly food.”

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8.Feast at Mokapu Farm-to-Table Luau in Wailea

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 105 reviews · 3 hours · from $296

At the Andaz Maui Wailea Resort, Feast at Mokapu pairs a three-course, family-style dinner by executive chef Isaac Bancaco with personalized cocktails, Hawaiian storytelling, hula, and fire dancing. You’ll meet on the Mokapu Beach event lawn, where sunset views look toward West Maui. Choose standard seating or pay extra for front-row premium seats.

“This is unlike any other luau I’ve ever experienced. The service was elevated to that of fine dining. The food was unbelievable and even better than expected. Native performers present high quality traditional songs and stories. The Andaz is a beautiful site that must be experienced at sunset! If you’re looking for an upscale luau for adults & teen that appreciate farm to table food this is a must!”

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