Aha Aina, a Royal Celebration
This is Waikiki’s only oceanfront luau. It takes place right on world-famous Waikiki Beach, under the stars at the extravagant Royal Hawaiian Hotel, also known as the “Pink Palace of the Pacific.” You’ll enjoy great views of Diamond Head as a backdrop and the hotel’s royal atmosphere.
The Pink Palace is one of the oldest and most popular and luxurious hotels in Waikiki. With its pink color, it is truly the most outstanding hotel on Waikiki Beach. Steeped in a rich and elegant history, this will be a night of extravagant dining and entertainment to remember.
Held every Monday night at The Royal Hawaiian’s Ocean Lawn with the breathtaking backdrop of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head, the ‘aha ‘aina is composed of three spectacular acts. As guests enter the aha ‘aina grounds, the evening captures the spirit of traditional Hawaii with time-honored activities such as kapa-making (cloth made of pounded bark), poi-pounding, and na lawai’a (tending of fishing tools). The night continues with the sound of a pu (conch) calling guests to feast, where a storyteller shares the significance of lei giving, the ocean, and taro while guests dine on exquisite pupu (hors de ouvres). After dinner, the Helumoa story unfolds—a dramatic performance, including hula and song, commemorates ancient islanders’ rich history and culture through a timeline of the historic Royal Hawaiian to the contemporary style of Hawaiian music and dance.
Dinner will be served. Butler passes canapes including Poi, Lomi Lomi Salmon, Kalua Pork Spring Roll, BBQ Beef Tender Tip, Ahi Gyoza. Appetizers include chilled Avocado Egg Pudding with king crab meat, Beef Tataki, Royal Seafood Salad, Bamboo Skewered Chicken, Crab Cakes, Soy Butterfish. Dinner includes Heart of Palm Ceviche with Chinese Roasted Duck, Kona Lobster in spicy curry sauce, Kalua Osso Bucco on smashed taro, Braised Choy Sum. Desserts include creme brule, tropical sorbet martinis, haupia cake, cheesecake lollipops, fresh sliced pineapple.
Come and feast! Only a short walk from almost every hotel in Waikiki, the central location of the Royal Hawaiian Luau truly makes this an essential dining and cultural experience. Come to this luau and enjoy being treated like royalty.
What days of the week do you operate? Mondays
What is your check in time? 5:30pm.
What is your schedule of events? Starts promptly at 6:00pm and ends at about 8:30pm. Hawaiian activities, Luau Feast, and Helumoa Show
Do you provide Transportation? No.
Are children under the age of 2 allowed? Children under 5 years of age are free with a paying adult.
What to Know [
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Smoking/non smoking? A smoking section is available away from luau.
Do you have wheel chair access? Yes.
How many drinks are included in the price?Greeting mai tai and two drink tickets (for two standard drinks or one tropical drink). To purchase addition drinks, starting at $5.50 for standard & $7.50 for tropical drinks.
What type of alcohol beers wines etc? Standard drinks, Mai Tais, Blue Hawaiians and Pina Colada's etc.
What non alcoholic drinks do you have? Sodas and juices.
I am a vegetarian with a nut allergy, can you accommodate me? Please
give advance notice.
What is your dress code? Casual.
What should I wear? Light cover up - depends on the weather.
Are slippers ok? Or are shoes required? Slippers are fine.
Is it outside or inside? Outside.
How long does it last? 2 hours and 30 mins.
When does it start? 6pm.
Is there a dance/musical number? Yes.
Is parking available? Is parking convenient? At what cost? Do you validate
parking? Yes validate for free parking.
Do you have a gift shop? Yes.
Is there audience participation? Yes.
Should we bring bug repellent? Yes.
Are children under the age of 2 allowed? Children under 5 years of age are free with a paying adult
Are there plenty of bathrooms? Yes.
Is there Shopping nearby? Yes.
What if it is raining? Do you supply umbrellas, rain checks, refunds?
We will move you into the monarch room which is a ballroom that is right
next to the ocean lawn.
Does the luau represent many dances or just Hawaiian? From all
Polynesia.
Does it have Tahitian dancers? Yes.
Is there a place to store valuables? No.
Can I take pictures after the show? Yes.
Can I get autographs? Yes.
Are pictures available if I don't have a camera? No.
Security suggestions? Not an issue-it is very safe
Driving Directions [
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Check in at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel
From Honolulu International Airport
Take Nimitz Hwy to Ala Moana Blvd.
Turn right onto Kalakaua Ave
Turn right onto Royal Hawaiian Ave.
Drive towards the ocean and pass the Sheraton Waikiki on your right.
Head towards the pink Royal Hawaiian hotel.
