Island Breeze Luau on the Big Island

Overview

Experience the essence of Hawaii and the Polynesian Islands during this Island Breeze Luau! Located in the heart of Kailua-Kona on the Big Island, this luau includes Polynesian cultural performances, such as Fijian and Maori dances of war, traditional Hawaiian hulas and jaw-dropping Samoan fire-knife dancing. In addition to an amazing show, you’ll receive a warm greeting with a shell lei, learn a hula, play Hawaiian games, watch a royal procession, and feast on a mouthwatering Hawaiian buffet and open bar!

City: Big Island of Hawaii

Thu 24 Oct

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Starting at $176.97

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Thu 24 Oct

Starting at $176.97

Make a reservation

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What's Included

2 to 3 hour Luau with open seating

Open Standard bar (includes: standard bar pours, beer, wine, mai tais), fruit punch, soft drinks)

Live performances and demonstrations

Full dinner buffet

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Meeting point

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Kailua-Kona
75-5660 Palani Rd,

All guests must check-in at the Hawaiian Monarchy Room located in the hotel lobby of the Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The Island Breeze Luau is within walking distance of many visitor accommodations in Kailua-Kona.

What To Expect

Kamakahonu

The luau is held in a beautiful oceanfront setting near the historic Kamakahonu Bay. Guests of the Island Breeze Luau will enjoy a backdrop of passing boats, outrigger canoes, Mt Hualalai and the twinkling lights of Kona.

Ahuena Heiau

Ahu’ena, King Kamehameha’s former estate, is another famous backdrop at the Island Breeze Luau in Kailua-Kona.

Island Breeze Luau

While on Hawaii’s Big Island, have an authentic, fun and entertaining experience at the Island Breeze Luau. Winner of the "Best of West Hawaii" award, the Island Breeze Luau at King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel is a favorite of both visitors and locals. You are invited to join the Island Breeze Luau for a unique cultural experience featuring delicious food, drinks and an amazing Polynesian production!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (228)

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PeterB8343

Dec 2019

We have been to three luaus on three different island (one each). This one was unique in its own way but not spectacular in my opinion. First of all the concierge booked the luau at our resort then told us the cost was higher even though their price list had just come out about a month earlier - frustrating. Then in order to be closer to the stage, we needed to pay a premium for preferred seating directly, could not do that with the concierge - frustrating The luau as at the Marriott. Not the best directions to know where to go - frustrating We were told to be there 15 minutes early which many people did. Then got to wait in line for about 25 minutes - frustrating Finally made it to the location on site. Were greeted and brought to our table and realized the premium seating was an over sell - frustrating I will comment that the food was acceptable and the entertainment acceptable. The same 7 or 8 dancers did it all from every country that was being acknowledged. What we did like was that the dancers were always dressed very well without provocative clothing. After having been to three now, I am not convinced that spending that kind of money was worth it. Seems a lot of money for unexceptional food and what seemed like a short program. For those who have never been, it would have been quite nice. I would like to suggest that there is two stages of pricing as well. One for those who would like alcoholic beverages and one for those who don't. These can be delineated by a different color wrist band. I do not think we will attend this one again.

Ashcon9700

Dec 2019

It was honestly nothing special. We had to wait in line for roughly 20 minutes before entering and then they took our photo and printed them ALL to sell to you at dinner for $20 each. The food was ok and I ordered a vegetarian dish which never came. The performances were excellent and that was the only highlight. There was an “all inclusive bar” which was located about 500ft where we were sitting which made it difficult and inconvenient to get drinks.

charlesp282

Dec 2019

This luau was highly recommended by a local waitress, so we booked it with high expectations. Although the show itself was extremely good, the events leading up to the show seemed extremely disorganized. As a veteran of many luaus on all of the islands that offer them, I know of which I speak. We checked in at 4:45 as instructed in the confirmation email but then were told to wait for nearly half a hour before getting into line. The path to the luau grounds was not well marked and once we found it and got into line, there was confusion about when we got our prepaid leis. My wife wanted the cheaper kukui nut lei but was told we had to accept the prepaid flower lei. And our preferred seating wristbands were not enough. We were told that we had to produce a receipt to get our leis. Seems like a different colored wristband would have prevented me from having to wait and dig through a pocket full of receipts, but that’s just me. Most luaus have activities, exhibits and crafts sales to pleasantly pass the time before being seated. But at “The Island Breeze” the limited offerings didn’t get started until after we were seated. The drum lessons and hula class were broadcast to the table area (even though we could see them) and were loud enough to be annoying and make polite conversation nearly impossible. Same story with the pre-show music. We craved gentle island background music without the volume of a rock concert. Many patrons missed the imu ceremony since they were unwilling to leave the comfort of their tables to backtrack to the imu area. Each long table was adored with only one attractive though small fruit bowl which was quickly consumed, causing some guests to “borrow” the bowls from other empty tables. The late comers simply did without. The open bar was small and manned by only two overworked bartenders. And it was located as far from the tables as physically possible. The drink cups were loaded with so much ice that one sip emptied them. And they rapidly became diluted to the point they lacked any character. They opening ceremony was colorful and original but added to the hour-long wait for the serving lines to open. This would have been welcomed had it occurred earlier in the evening to relieve the tedium of the wait. The luau buffet was standard fare. Filling, but nothing really outstanding. The show itself was the high point of the evening with a very talented dance ensemble that represented the various islands of Polynesia. It compared favorably to the best I have seen. And the master of ceremonies was pleasantly engaging. The location of the luau was beautiful enough and had a commanding view of the shoreline, city and mountain slope, but sadly any direct view of the sunset was blocked by foliage and structures. All in all, this luau could have been spectacular. All of the ingredients were there. But the apparent lack of event management skills prevented it from reaching its potential.