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    Mauka Warriors Luau

    4.7 (338 reviews)
    Open 4:45 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Hannah F.

    Absolutely amazing luau! I highly recommend it whether you are a visitor to the island or if you are kama'aina. Wonderful storytelling, interactive activities, delicious food and amazing service. Ambiance cannot be beat! I recommend this if you don't have time to also do PCC so you can still get history.

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    Siobhain M.

    THE BEST LUAU EVER!! This will be a hard follow up after attending this luau! Loved loved lovedddddddddd it! The atmosphere, the activities, the culture, everything was great! Everything was organized, plenty of food, and the show was AMAZING!

    Tania G.

    Okay. I was a bit skeptical at first because I thought one of the other luau was slightly better. Buttt once I arrived it was actually sooo fun!! From getting Lei'd to going around the field to have different experiences. They have a variety of actives, free pictures that they will send to your phone. We got Hawaiian "tattoos" We got to learn how to peel a banana, I know sounds silly but actually hard than it sounds! We learned to scrape a coconut, they had macca root I hope I spelled that right. It's medicinal and helps with pain and relaxation. They also had alllll you can eat style buffet which was awesome! The food was sooo good!!! The show was amazing! Honestly soo worth it. Everyone was soo nice and the cultural aspect was great learning about different time periods. It just helped seal my last day in Hawaii and just really taking in all of their cultural beliefs.

    Crowns made from leaves by the warriors
    Monica D.

    Mauka Warriors Luau was one of the highlights of our trip to Oahu! From start to finish, everything was exceptionally well organized. Purchasing tickets online was quick and easy, and check-in and seating were seamless. Even with a large crowd, the staff kept everything moving efficiently and made guests feel welcome. The buffet offered an impressive variety of Hawaiian and Polynesian dishes, with plenty of options for everyone. Everything was well stocked throughout the evening. The show itself was outstanding. The warriors were incredibly skilled, and every performance showcased impressive athleticism, precision, and storytelling. The fire knife dancing was absolutely breathtaking and had the entire audience captivated. It was the perfect blend of history, culture, music, and entertainment. The pre-show cultural activities added an extra layer to the experience, making it feel interactive rather than just a dinner show.

    Ashley D.

    Such a fun luau! We did the middle tier which was perfect. We loved the pre-activities which got us more excited for the luau to begin. I was able to get a headband made, lei bracelet, marker "tattoo", and there were also photo ops, and so much more. The food was so delicious with so many options to choose from. The luau itself was so mesmerizing to watch.

    Lee M.

    Absolutely a great Luau! If it's your first time or the 10th time , you're going to have a great time here The food is better than other luaus and they are organized here. The place has tons of activities for the whole family and the service is superb ! Mahalo Mauka Warriors !

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    KingMickey t.

    A lot of fun! Plenty of food and drinks. A well-planned show. It's our first time in Hawai'i and our first luau. The staff were friendly, clear, and helpful. Consummate professionals all around. Arrived with a tour group, got our seating assignments, time to get drinks and check out pre-show activities. Some fun interactive stuff and some fun educational stuff. Then dinner: abundant and extremely well-managed. They know what they're doing. Also, tasty! The show? Loud, proud, and Polynesian! So much fantastic representation of not only Hawai'i, but the Māori, Fiji, and more. A brilliant bit of showmanship. After? Quick off to the buses, but time to grab some quick pics with the performers. We loved it!

    Too many people
    Ed B.

    This was not worth $700 for 3 people. If you like an hour long bus ride and sitting with 1000 people waiting for a mediocre buffet, this is for you. It is advertised as a luau in the mountains, pure bs. No mountains. Not us, I wish I could get my money back

    Kenny Y.

    came here to celebrate my mothers 80'th birthday and had a great time! the staff was very friendly and organized. there was a wide variety of food for the dinner buffet including hawaiian treats taro bread, kalua pork, and marinade chicken. seating was cafeteria style on benches and offered good seating for a party of 12!

    Sahand S.

    Fantastic luau, full of culture, history and tradition. They are definitely there to make sure you have a good time and leave happy. The food is buffet style, and you can go up as much as you want. We especially liked the fish, but everything else was good. We did the transportation option from Waikiki to get there, and got picked up at the Hilton Hawaiian Village along with many others. There was a bit of confusion at first because there was another tour picking up at the same time, but everything eventually got sorted out and was fine after that. Upon arriving to the luau, there were several stations with demos and activities to keep you busy before dinner and the show. The show itself was magical, and left you with a deeper appreciation and understanding of island culture and heritage. All the performers were high quality and friendly. There are a lot of luau options on the island, but in my opinion Mauka is top notch.

    Grace G.

    First time at a luau and it was so much fun. Enjoyed the pre-show activities. The food was good with lots of choices. The best part of the night was how interactive the show was. Went on stage to learn to luau dance and to celebrate our anniversary. They even gave flowers to the couples celebrating. Still amazed by the fire dancers!

    Kim B.

    Mauka Warriors was absolutely phenomenal! We were recommended to go here by the activities concierge at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki and I'm so happy we went. I was skeptical at first, because I know they have contracts with certain companies/vendors, BUT I was wrong to be skeptical. It was such an amazing time and worth every penny! I highly recommend using their transportation and taking the bus up with others. We were on bus #2 with Steph as our guide and Manny as our driver, they both were amazing. Steph helped kill the time in traffic by sharing historical facts, teaching us a bit of the language, and just generally being super sweet and entertaining while telling us what activities were available, and what to expect. Great experience. 10/10. Once we arrived, they called us off the bus by your package level and gave us wrist bands. We were in section 1, closest to the stage, so we had a welcome Mai tai, given a beautiful flower lei, and three drink tickets (these could also be used on shaved ice). They had activities all over the event; a tattoo station, a banana leaf headband station (I'm so sorry for not remembering the name of these), a Kava tasting station, a fire baton twirling station, a flower lei bracelet making station, a photo station, a spot where you could watch them pull up the kalua pig from the ground, and a bunch of great vendors selling hand made items. The food was buffet style, and honestly, I was super surprised how many options they had. Everything was DELICIOUS! Even my picky kids ate! They had chicken, kalua pork, baked Mac n cheese, noodles, white rice, wild rice pilaf, just too many great options to list. 10/10! The show was the BEST part. It wasn't just a hula show. It was a whole history lesson about the different Polynesian cultures and the wars they fought, so entertaining. I was worried my kids would get bored with a show, but they were blown away! The fire dancers were definitely a highlight for the kids, and they performed throughout the show, not just at the end. This was a phenomenal show! Hands down, the best I've seen! We missed the photo station, so we had to take our own family photo, so I recommend you do that sooner rather than later. They removed the photographers and props sooner than the other activities closed. But it didn't matter much, the background was great and our photos came out fine. Just a tip. The tattoo line was the longest, and if you stood in that, it's likely you missed other activities. It's just face paint, so it wasn't a need to see for us.

    Kathryn A.

    This was honestly one of the funnest luaus I've been to in a long time. It was such an easy process to get into the venue and the staff was so nice. Once we were shown to our table and they gave the go to explore the activities and booths, it was so much fun. There was honestly so much to do! The dinner buffet was choice!! I was really surprised, usually luaus that I have gone to don't focus much on the food, but Mauka Warriors? They delivered. Like what do you mean the food is good AND I GET TO GO BACK FOR SECONDS?! The best The show was so entertaining and fun. I loved all the crowd interactions and performances. They really put their heart into it and you can tell. Really kept my family and I in awe. Overall, I would love to come back again! Huge shout out to Barbie, for making our experience extra special! Your hospitality was everything and more!

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    The multiple activities before dinner keep you engaged and eager to participate in the culture of Polynesia.

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