Luau Na Lei Aloha: Boutique Dinner Show in Waikiki

Lei, hula, and a buffet that runs from poke to prime rib

Nā Lei Aloha Luau is a dinner show in Waikiki celebrating Hawaiian culture through mele (music), oli (chant) and hula, with lei-making demonstrations and strolling musicians before the performance. The Dinner and Show Package includes an all-you-can-eat international buffet with Hawaiian specialties like kalua pork and poke, plus one hand-crafted cocktail; the Royal Ilima VIP Package adds premium seating; the Express Ticket is show only, without dinner. All packages are wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.

The Experience

What happens before the curtain goes up matters as much as the show itself. You arrive on the third floor, get seated by the hosts, and order your first drink while lei makers, hula dancers and strolling musicians work the room. If your package includes dinner, you head to The Buffet at Hyatt and load your plate—poke, kalua pork, lomi salmon on the Hawaiian side; prime rib, snow crab legs, sushi and steak from the international spread. The dessert station runs to soft serve, chocolate fountain and haupia. Then the sun goes down and the show begins.

The Nā Lei Aloha performance is built around the culture and symbolism of lei in Hawai'i, told through music, chant and hula. Local performers carry the storytelling, and the whole thing runs about two and a half hours from check-in to the end. One hand-crafted cocktail—alcoholic or non-alcoholic—is included; additional drinks are available for purchase. The space is wheelchair accessible throughout, and infants can sit on an adult's lap or use a specialized seat if you need one.

Three ticket levels let you choose what suits your evening. The Dinner and Show Package pairs the buffet with the performance and one cocktail. The Royal Ilima VIP Package adds premium seating to the same meal and show. The Express Ticket is show only—no dinner, just the performance and a drink. None of the packages include hotel pickup or drop-off, so you'll arrange your own transport to Waikiki.

What’s included

• All-you-can-eat international buffet with Hawaiian specialties, poke, kalua pork and desserts (included in Dinner and Show and Royal Ilima VIP packages only).
• Nā Lei Aloha show ticket.
• one hand-crafted cocktail per person.
• pre-show entertainment with lei-making demonstrations, hula dancers and strolling musicians.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Nā Lei Aloha Dinner Show

Is this one for you?Book the Dinner and Show Package if you want the full experience—food, drinks and performance—without deciding what to eat beforehand. Choose the Royal Ilima VIP Package for a better view of the stage. Pick the Express Ticket if you're coming for the show and the culture, and you'll grab dinner elsewhere.

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Top questions

What kind of food is on the buffet at Nā Lei Aloha?

The Buffet at Hyatt offers Hawaiian dishes like kalua pork, poke, lomi salmon and pork lau lau, plus international options including prime rib, snow crab legs, sushi, steak and an oyster bar. Vegetarian and vegan selections are available, and all dishes are labeled with their ingredients so you can see what you're eating.

How long does the dinner show last?

The whole experience runs about two and a half hours from the time you check in until the show ends. Pre-show entertainment with lei makers and musicians starts before the performance itself begins.

Is there a difference between the Royal Ilima VIP Package and the Dinner and Show Package?

Both packages include the buffet, the show and one hand-crafted cocktail. The Royal Ilima VIP Package adds premium seating, so you get a better view of the stage.

Can I just watch the show without buying dinner?

Yes—the Express Ticket is show only and does not include the buffet. You'll still get one hand-crafted cocktail and access to the pre-show entertainment with lei makers and musicians.

Is the venue accessible for wheelchairs?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and transportation options to the venue are also wheelchair accessible. Infants can sit on an adult's lap or use a specialized infant seat if needed.

What drinks are included, and can I order more?

One hand-crafted cocktail—your choice of alcoholic or non-alcoholic—comes with every package. Additional beverages are available for purchase during the show.