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Royal Lahaina Luau

Kaanapali Beach, Lahaina, Maui, HI
Ranked #28 of 55 attractions in Lahaina
3.5 of 5 stars 230 Reviews
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Type: Dinner Theatres, Performances
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW via mobile

First thing first, the food was horrendous!!!! I should have known because you can't expect a whole lot from a Buffett, however, this was truly bad. My kids hardly ate any of the food even though there was Mac n cheese and chicken nuggets. I found a worm in my noodles. The drinks, unlimited drinks, were between only 2 different... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

We went on a Friday and i am pretty sure it was overbooked. The food was ok but you can tell its a machine and it is the closest i have been in line with a compartment tray for food since hms glasgow in 1989. the entertainment is worth the price and the drinks are great just tip yhr barman... More

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Maui, Hawaii
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

I really like this Luau, but then I really like the Royal Lahaina resort. Very nice grounds and facilities, and this is a good luau for the money. It does it all and the food is much above average. To me, if you don't want to go back into Lahaina Town, this is the luau for you. Good parking. Friendly... More

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Portland, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

The show was great. They hostess was super entertaining and funny. PG but still something extra for the adults. The performers were excellent. The food was only so-so and I'm pretty sure the pig they showed on stage was not the same one that they served. But there was definitely something for everything on the buffet line. Drinks are included... More

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Gresham, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

This luau was everything I was imagining it to be...a little cheesy at times, entertaining, and plenty of food. I really liked that they had a kids buffet with chicken tenders, hot dogs, mac n cheese, desserts. Kids were happy to 'get their own' plates! The adult buffet was just OK in my opinion. The reoasted pig was good, but... More

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Corvallis, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

The pork was wonderful at the Luau and the people were very nice.

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Woodlawn
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

First of all they tell you to be there at 5:15 to 5:30 to check in, but you can't go in or seat down until 6:30. We stood in line in the heat. We assumed since we were in the front of the line and had waited almost an hour that we would get seated towards the front. Wrong. We... More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

If you are on your honeymoon or are traveling as a couple, this luau is not for you! The drinks are weak, the food is average, and they herd you in like cattle. Your kids, however, will love it. This luau features dances from many Pacific Islands so, unlike the more expensive traditional luaus, your kids will get to see... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

What an awesome show, beautiful hula dancers in grass skirts and coconuts i feel in love with those Polynesian girls, and i so enjoyed the fire knife dancers looks so dangerous and cool. the food was off the hook i ate so much kalua pig, and had a ton of drinks. What a great night to remember forever. Thank you... More

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Fort Nelson
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

We were told to check-in for this luau at 445. When we arrived it was posted that only people willing to pay for the VIP seating would be allowed in at 5:00. This was an additional $15 per person. If you didnt want to pay the extra amount you were told to go around back of the resort and stand... More

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