We've attended every luau on the island — many times over. Here's our unfiltered take on which ones are worth your money in 2026.
See the RankingsReviewed by Maui locals who've attended every luau on the island
| # | Luau | Location | Vibe | From | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andaz (Feast at Mokapu)Andaz Maui, Wailea |
South Maui | Luxury | $260 | Book |
| 2 | Grand Wailea (ʻAhaʻaina)Grand Wailea, Wailea |
South Maui | Family | $235 | Book |
| 3 | Myths of MauiRoyal Lahaina Resort, Kaanapali |
West Maui | Best Value | $209 | Book |
| 4 | Sheraton (Maui Nui)Sheraton Maui, Kaanapali |
West Maui | Classic | $215 | Book |
| 5 | Ritz-Carlton (Tales of Kapa Moe)Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua |
West Maui | Romantic | $275 | Book |
These luaus sell out fast — especially on weekendsMost popular dates book up 3–4 weeks in advance. Lock in your spot before you lose it.
The Feast at Mokapu stands apart from every other luau on the island in one key way: it's smaller, more intimate, and the food is in a completely different league. While other luaus serve buffet fare, the Andaz delivers plated, ohana-style dining with dishes like kalua pig, pulehu ribeye, fresh local fish, Kauai prawns, and a rotating selection of island produce. Executive Chef Isaac Bancaco's fingerprints are all over the menu. The show is equally polished — and with fewer tables than competitors, every seat has a great view of both the stage and the Pacific horizon.
The ʻAhaʻaina Luau at Grand Wailea delivers a full theatrical experience centered on Hawaii's legendary voyagers and the goddess Pele. It's a larger production than the Andaz, which means more wow moments but a bit less intimacy. The grounds are spectacular, with direct sunset views over the Pacific. The buffet is generous and well-executed, and the fire knife dance finale is genuinely one of the best on the island. Great option if you're staying in Wailea and want a big-night-out feel.
The Myths of Maui at the Royal Lahaina Resort has been running longer than any other luau on the island, and it shows — this is a well-oiled machine. Set right on Kaanapali Beach, you get a prime sunset view, a lively Polynesian revue featuring Hawaiian, Tahitian, Samoan, and Maori dance, and a fire knife finale that never disappoints. The all-you-can-eat buffet covers all the classics — kalua pork, lomi lomi salmon, teriyaki beef, poi — alongside an open bar. Pre-show activities include lei making, hula lessons, and temporary tribal tattoos. At $209 it's the best value in the top 5.
The Sheraton's Maui Nui Luau sits right on Kaanapali Beach with one of the most dramatic natural backdrops of any luau on the island — the iconic Black Rock cliff, where a cliff diver leaps at sunset as part of the show. Two hours of unlimited drinks, a solid Hawaiian and Polynesian dance revue, and a well-organized evening make this a reliable choice for west side visitors. The food is good without being exceptional, but the setting more than makes up for it.
The Ritz-Carlton's Tales of the Kapa Moe is the most distinctive luau on Maui — and the most expensive. Set in the newly renovated Aloha Garden Pavilion (covered, so weather-proof), it blends traditional Hawaiian storytelling with contemporary aerial performances that you simply won't see anywhere else. The food is Ritz-level, and the intimate setting makes it feel like a special event rather than a tourist show. If you're up in Kapalua or want something genuinely different, this is the one.