Best Maui Luaus

The best Maui luaus include great food, a wonderful ambiance, and a terrific experience that showcases Hawaiian culture.

They're a wonderful way to try some authentic Hawaiian food and see hula dancing in person.

During a Hawaiian luau, you'll also learn about Hawaiian history, and folktales, and witness awe-inspiring demonstrations.

About The Best Maui Luaus Guide

There are plenty of luaus to choose from on the Island of Maui. If you’re looking for a great luau, the key is cultural authenticity.

Researching which luaus are true to Hawaiian and Polynesian traditions can be quite a task, so we've curated a list of the best Maui luaus for you down below.

Two men in Hawaiian attire grilling meat. Photo by Te Au Moana

Best Maui Luaus

1. Te Au Moana Luau at the Marriott Wailea

When: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday evenings.
Where: Wailea Beach Marriott Resort and Spa at 3700 Wailea Alanui, Wailea, HI 96753
Price: Adults: $278; Children: $87

This Polynesian luau features traditional underground imu oven cooking and a ceremony when the kalua pig is revealed. Before the show, you’ll be invited to participate in activities such as Polynesian arts and crafts. When you arrive, you’ll choose between a fresh flower lei or a carved wooden fish hook necklace.

2. Myths of Maui Luau at the Royal Lahaina Resort

When: Every day at 6:30 pm
Where: Royal Lahaina Resort at 2780 Kekka Drive Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Price: Adults: $185; Children: $115

You’ll receive a shell lei greeting before sitting down to enjoy a beautiful Hawaiian sunset at this oceanside luau. Next, you’ll witness an imu ceremony as your kalua pig dinner is retrieved from an underground oven. The night ends with a show of hula, fireknife dancing, and Polynesian drums.

3. Old Lahaina Luau (Our Best Maui Luaus Favorite)

When: Every day with Seasonal Hours
Where: 1251 Front Street, Lahaina, HI 96761
Price: Adults: $229; Children: $139

If you’re looking for an open bar, this is the right luau for you. You’ll also enjoy Hawaiian music, an imu ceremony, and, when the sun sets, an award-winning hula show that depicts the migration of the Polynesian people.

4. Maui Nui Luau at the Sheraton

When: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 4:45 pm
Where: Sheraton Resort at 2605 Ka’anapali Parkway, Lahaina, HI 96761
Price: Adults: $198; Children: $110; Toddlers (under 5): Free

You’ll find familiar luau offerings at the Sheraton’s event. As you arrive you’ll receive a fresh flower lei before watching the imu underground oven ceremony. There are crafts like kapa (bark cloth) bookmarks and other Polynesian activities such as hula and Hawaiian games.

5. Drums of the Pacific Luau at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa

When: Every day at 5:15 pm
Where: Hyatt Regency at 200 Nohea Kai Drive, Lahaina, HI 96761
Price: Adults: $202; Children: $101

This luau does an excellent job of depicting the different nuances between the Polynesian cultures. Songs, dances, and chants from each of the Polynesian islands are incorporated into this excellent show which has been running for more than 40 years. You’ll experience Hawaiian hula, Samoan fireknife dancing, and the drum dances of Tahiti.

6. Wailele Polynesian Lu'au at the Westin

When: Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 5:15 pm
Where: Westin Resort at 2365 Kaanapali Parkway, Lahaina, HI 96761
Price: Adults: $210; Children: $110

Although this show features dances and demonstrations from the cultures of Hawaii, Fiji, Tahiti, New Zealand, and Samoa, it is one of the more touristy luaus on the island. It’s still an entertaining and educational event, and its location is convenient if you’re already staying at the popular Westin resort.

7. Aha'aina Wailea Luau at the Grand Wailea

When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday at 5:30 pm
Where: The Grand Wailea Resort at 3850 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, HI 96753
Price: Adults: $275; Children: $170

Photo by Te Au Moana

This luau pays respects to Polynesian culture; however, some of the costumes and performances are more tourist-focused than others on this list. The event is still quite entertaining and educational, so if you’re staying at the Grand Wailea Hotel, it is a good option.

Best Maui Luaus FAQ

Is transportation provided?

Most luaus either offer free or paid shuttles from popular lodging areas. Hotel and resort luaus sometimes do not as their events are mostly curated for those already lodging at these establishments.

Can I attend just the show?

The Myths of Maui luau offers an ‘only the show’ option, which begins at 7:30 pm. It costs $85.

Are luaus worth the price?

Luaus aren’t cheap, especially if you’re thinking about bringing the whole family. However, each luau is a cultural experience, educational event, and outright awesome time. They also offer activities, demonstrations, and authentic food that would be much more expensive if booked separately. So, yes, we certainly believe luaus are worth the money!

Parting Thoughts: The Best Maui Luaus

You have a ton of great options for the best Maui luaus, so it’s difficult to pick just one for your trip. If we had to, we’d probably recommend the Old Lahaina Luau for it’s adherence to Hawaiian and Polynesian culture, and, of course, it’s open bar!