Maui Luau Venue
The Lū'au at Grand Wailea
3850 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, HI 96753 · 2 hours 45 minutes · From $300 per adult
Last updated: November 2026
Reviewed by Maui Luau Company Editorial Team. Independent Hawaii travel reviewers.
The Lū'au at Grand Wailea is a 2 hour 45 minute oceanfront luau at the Grand Wailea Resort in Wailea, Maui. Tickets start at $300 for Standard Seating and $360 for Alii Premium VIP Seating. The evening includes a three-course family-style Hawaiian feast, hosted open bar, imu ceremony, and USA Today 10Best-winning show.
The Lū'au at Grand Wailea, sometimes searched as the Grand Luau at Grand Wailea, was named to USA Today's 10Best Lū'au in Hawaiʻi list for 2025. It runs on the oceanfront grounds of the Grand Wailea Resort, a Waldorf Astoria property, facing Wailea Beach in South Maui. The show blends traditional imu ceremony, hula kahiko, and modern Polynesian storytelling with a plated three-course dinner served at private tables.
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What is included with a The Lū'au at Grand Wailea ticket?
| Detail | Included |
|---|---|
| Price from | $300 adult (up to $360 premium) |
| Show length | 2 hours 45 minutes |
| Seating capacity | Approximately 400 per show |
| Style | Award-winning oceanfront luau with USA Today 10Best honors |
| Dress code | Resort or smart casual |
| Cultural elements | Imu ceremony, Hula kahiko, Hula 'auana, Samoan fire knife, Interactive hula lesson |
| What is included | Three-course family-style dinner; Hosted open bar; Live cultural performances; Interactive hula lessons; Private table overlooking Wailea Beach |
| Best for | Honeymooners, Anniversaries, Luxury travelers, Wailea resort guests |
| Address | 3850 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, HI 96753 |
What should I expect at the The Lū'au at Grand Wailea show?
The show runs 2 hours 45 minutes and centers on Imu ceremony, Hula kahiko, Hula 'auana. Guests are seated in a capacity of approximately Approximately 400 per show. Dress code is Resort or smart casual. Doors typically open 30 to 45 minutes before the seated dinner to allow time for the imu ceremony and pre-show cultural activities.
Frequently asked questions about the The Lū'au at Grand Wailea
How much does the Grand Wailea Luau cost?
Standard Seating starts at $300 per adult. Alii Premium VIP Seating starts at $360 per adult. Children ages 3 to 12 are typically half the adult price. Prices are subject to Hawaii state tax and a 24 percent service charge.
How long is the Grand Wailea Luau?
The show runs approximately 2 hours 45 minutes from doors open to the fire knife finale. Guests are encouraged to arrive 30 minutes early for the imu ceremony and pre-show cocktails.
What is the difference between Standard and Alii Premium seating?
Standard Seating provides open-view tables and the full three-course dinner and open bar. Alii Premium adds reserved front-row tables, a welcome cocktail, premium spirits, priority imu viewing, and an Alii souvenir.
Where exactly is The Lū'au at Grand Wailea?
On the oceanfront grounds of the Grand Wailea Resort, 3850 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, HI 96753. Parking is available on-site with valet service.
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