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Luaus in Hawaii | Directions, locations, and transportation tips

Luaus in Oahu

Mauka Warriors Luau
Rock-A-Hula Show
Germaine's Luau
Ka Moana Luau
Paradise Cove Luau

Address: 91-1780 Midway St, Kapolei, HI 96707, United States | Find on Maps

How to reach

  • By bus: The bus transit system has stops in Kapolei, but there is no direct bus line from Honolulu/Waikiki.
    Closest bus stop: Roosevelt Ave + Opp Nassau Ave (0.1 miles)
  • By car: The drive from Waikiki to Kapolei takes approximately 40 minutes (26.1 miles). The Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu is 25 minutes away by car (17.2 miles).
    Parking: There is on-site parking available at Mauka Warriors at no additional cost.

Address: 2201 Kalākaua Ave Building B, Level 4, Honolulu, HI 96815, United States | Find on Maps

How to reach

  • By bus: Multiple bus routes run from downtown Honolulu to Waikiki, such as Route 20 (Eastbound), and stop right next to the Rock-A-Hula Show location.
    Closest bus stop: Kalakaua Ave + Opp Seaside Ave (0.1 miles)
  • By car: The drive from Downtown Honolulu to Waikiki takes approximately 10 minutes (3.2 miles). The distance between the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and the Rock-A-Hula Show in Waikiki is 8.5 miles, and the drive takes around 15 minutes.
    Parking: Parking is available at the Royal Hawaiian Center, and Rock-A-Hula Show tickets can get you a discount on your parking tickets.

Address: 91-119 Olai St, Kapolei, HI 96707, United States | Find on Maps

How to reach

  • By bus: There is no direct bus line from Waikiki or Downtown Honolulu to Kapolei. You will have to stop at Farrington Hwy + Leoku St. and board the Route 40 bus to Kapolei Transit Center.
    Closest bus stop: Kalaeloa Blvd + Komohana St. intersection (1 mile)
  • By car: The drive from Downtown Honolulu to Germaine’s Luau in Kapolei, West Oahu, takes approximately 35 minutes (24.4 miles). The Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is about 25 minutes by car from Germaine’s Luau (19.9 miles).
    Parking: Germaine’s Luau has on-site parking available at a $5 charge.

Address: 1 Aloha Tower Dr, Honolulu, HI 96813, United States | Find on Maps

How to reach

  • By bus: The W line buses run from the airport to Waikiki and back, with stops at bus stops close to Ka Moana Luau/Downtown Honolulu. They run every 30 minutes.
    Closest bus stop: Nimitz Hwy + Opp Bishop St (0.2 miles)
  • By car: The Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Ka Moana Luau is a short 15-minute drive (4.7 miles). It takes approximately 20 minutes by car from Waikiki (4 miles). 
    Parking: There is on-site valet parking available at Ka Moana Luau for $10/vehicle.

Address: 92-1089 Aliinui Dr, Kapolei, HI 96707, United States | Find on Maps

How to reach

  • By bus: There are no direct buses to reach Kapolei from Waikiki, but you can take the 40 bus on the W Line from Waikiki and transfer at Ala Moana Center to get dropped close to Paradise Cove Luau. The buses run every hour.
    Closest bus stop: Farrington Hwy + Aliinui Dr (0.4 miles)
  • By car: The time taken to reach Paradise Cove Luau from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is about 45 minutes during the evenings (19 miles). It takes roughly an hour by car from Waikiki (28 miles). 
    Parking: You can find complimentary parking on-site, or opt for the luau with transportation option for a hassle-free experience.

Luaus in Kauai

Lu’au Kalamaku

Address: 3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI 96766, United States | Find on Maps

How to reach

  • By bus: Bus line 100 Kekaha to Lihue Mainline stops at the Hokulei Village, with routes available from the Lihue Airport.
    Closest bus stop: Hokulei Village - Kaumualii Hwy (0.6 miles)
  • By car: The Lihue Airport to Lu’au Kalamaku is a short 10-minute drive (3.2 miles).
    Parking: There is free, on-site parking available at the Kilohana Plantation, located in front of the plantation’s main entrance.
























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Mauka Warriors Luau
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Frequently asked questions about directions to Hawaii luaus

Which is the most convenient mode of transportation to reach Hawaii luaus?

Driving or taking a taxi is the most accessible and convenient way to reach all the Hawaii luaus, as the public transport connectivity is quite limited around Oahu and Kauai.

Which is the fastest way to reach Hawaii luaus?

Driving down to the luau is the fastest way to reach. You can find on-site parking at all the luaus as well.

Is there a luau that offers round-trip transportation in Hawaii?

Germaine’s Luau offers round-trip motor coach transportation from Waikiki to those who have selected the Plumeria Luau (VIP seating) upgrade.

Which luau is located closest to the city center in Honolulu?

Rock-A-Hula Show is the most centrally located luau in Honolulu, close to multiple resorts around Waikiki.

How do I reach Kauai from Oahu?

There are direct flights from the Honolulu International Airport to the Lihue Airport. There is no ferry available to travel between the islands.

Can I take a train to my luau in Oahu?

Trains are infrequent with limited accessibility across Oahu. The closest train station in the central Honolulu region is the Halawa Aloha Stadium Station.

Is the bus a convenient way to travel to my luau?

Buses offer a budget-friendly option, but the lines are still limited. There are no direct stops for Germaine’s Luau and Mauka Warriors Luau, located in Kapolei (West Oahu).