How is Island Breeze Luau at the King Kamehameha Hotel restaurant rated?

Name: Island Breeze Luau at the King Kamehameha Hotel
Address: 75-5660 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, HI, United States, 96740
Telephone: (808) 326-4969
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4

Island Breeze Luau at the King Kamehameha Hotel

4.0

89 Reviews

$50 and over

Hawaiian

Good for special occasions
Kid-friendly
Great for outdoor dining

Guests of the Island Breeze Luau will be amazed with a display of authentic Polynesian activities, cuisine, and performances.

Island Breeze Luau, located in right on the edge of the ocean of the King Kamehameha Hotel is rated the best lü'au on the Big Island by kama'äina (local residents)visitors and travel writers. The luau begins with a lei greeting and picture taking. An open bar, arts and crafts await you. The imu (traditional underground oven) ceremony, is also a part of the exciting beginning to your Island Breeze ohana (family). There are many ways to participate in the luau activities: weave a coconut frond, learn how to open a coconut, learn the art of hula, get a Polynesian tattoo, and take the time to meet and talk to some of the performers.

Adults $96.15
Child (5-12) $49.13
Under 5 complimentary

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Hawaiian, Pan-Asian
Hours of operation
Tuesday, Thursday, & Sunday: 5:00PM - 8:00PM
Phone number
(808) 326-4969
Website
http://www.konabeachhotel.com/luau.htm
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
George Gomes, Jr.

Location
75-5660 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Neighborhood
Kailua-Kona
Cross street
Ali Drive
Parking details
Parking on-site for our guests
Public transit
Ali'i Drive
Entertainment
The finale of the evening is the spectacular Island Breeze Polynesian Revue with Fijian and Maori dances of war, the graceful Hawaiian hula, and the courageous Samoan Fire knife dancer highlights the evening with an astonishing demonstration of bravery and skill!
Additional
Beer, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View

What 89 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0

4 based on all time ratings

3.7Food
3.9Service
4.1Ambience
0.1Value

Noise • Moderate

89 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Save your money and go to Disney...
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NinaM
Cincinnati
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2016
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
A "luau" inside an air-conditioned ballroom. For the nearly $100/person price, you can't even get a decent drink. The Mai-Tais were made with fake syrup, not even real juice... After an awful one, opted for a beer, but they didn't even serve up a local brew... Just Bud or Bud Lite. Ew. How about some wine?... From a giant plastic bottle. Coffee? Bleh. Sat on the heat too long and tasted burnt. My kids wouldn't touch the"fruit punch". Food was bland and generally overcooked. The dancers and musicians were phenomenal- but the hotel is just out to take your $$$.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We visited Kona over Christmas and went to the Island Breeze Luau at the King Kamehameha Hotel. It was a great meal followed by a great show. The buffet had food for everyone including my 8 year old. He loved the show as well. This is a great outing for the whole family.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Went on a rainy day. Unfortunately, our luau was brought indoors. But, the employees were extremely welcoming and hospitable. Food was just ok.
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JerryW
Hawaii
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
There are a few Luau's to choose from on the Big Island, and I believe this one is rated the best. For what it is, I would say the did a great job getting people excited, teaching you some of the cultural aspects of Hawai'i, and having a good meal. The day we went there were threats of storms so everything had to be moved inside. This took away from the ambiance and we had to wait for 45 minutes, but nothing could be done about it. If you have never gone to a Luau, then I definitely recommend. I do not see the value in going more than once.
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CBII
San Antonio
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I've never been to a luau and never thought it was going to be educational; which it was. I thought it was all drinks and food which it was but again, very educational. I loved it. The family loved it. I won't be surprise when we return, the family wants to return for another show. Mahalo
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Judi
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best luau in the islands. Food and entertainment remains top-notched. They did run out of some of the food early but we ate till we slept. can't wait til 2020.
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Luau
Hawaii
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food on this Luau was just OK, but all Luau food is just OK The entertainment was better than other Luaus I have been to. The price was ok.
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OlympiaZ
Exclusive
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Really enjoyed the show. The girls didn't wear these skimpy outfits, which makes it nice for families. The music was good and the fire show was awesome! The food was really good. I thought the desserts could have been better. The alcohol was ok...pretty watery but fruit. That was okay too, because you can go back as many times as you want. If there were more alcohol in it, we would have been pretty buzzed. They did well. They had different events going too while waiting to be fed. Music and educational background of islands, tattoos they were doing for anyone who wanted them. Hula classes, and making a fish out of a banana tree. Very nice! I had a flower put on my arm. My sister had a dolphin. No worries, they wash off with soap and water really easily. I would recommend this Luau to anyone and everyone. Every nice experience!
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Rick
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This isn't a restaraunt but rather an event -- a luau. The entertainment portion (hula dancers, fire show etc...) is well done and professional. It is somewhat interactive (the audience is often included in some form). The food is buffet style and representative of native hawaii food (Kalua pork, poke, poi etc..). For buffet, it's decent... But don't expect it to compare to a $15+ meal from a local restaurant. Go for the show... Not the food.
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75-5660 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Additional information

Cross street
Ali Drive
Neighborhood
Kailua-Kona
Hours of operation
Tuesday, Thursday, & Sunday: 5:00PM - 8:00PM
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Hawaiian, Pan-Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking on-site for our guests
Public transit
Ali'i Drive
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
George Gomes, Jr.
Entertainment
The finale of the evening is the spectacular Island Breeze Polynesian Revue with Fijian and Maori dances of war, the graceful Hawaiian hula, and the courageous Samoan Fire knife dancer highlights the evening with an astonishing demonstration of bravery and skill!
Additional
Beer, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View

Website
http://www.konabeachhotel.com/luau.htm
Phone number
(808) 326-4969

Island Breeze Luau at the King Kamehameha Hotel

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Menu

Island Breeze lu'au Polynesian Feast

Lomi salmon

Kona-style poke

Cucumber Namasu

Kona tomatoes

Macaroni Salad

Waimea garden greens, legume salad

Vinaigrette

Hawaii's own pinneapples

Cinnamon-spiced bananas

Banana bread

Poi

Steamed white rice

Uala - Hawaiian sweet potato

Kalua Pua'a - juicy roast pork

Kona broil

Long Grain Rice and Chicken

Catch of the day tropicale

Coconut cake

Coconut Pudding

Kona coffee

Tropical fruit punch

Mai Tai and standard bar service

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