Price per adult (includes booking fee) + tax.
Situated along the Kohala Coast at the Fairmont Orchid, Hawaiʻi Loa Lūʻau celebrates the history, culture, and hospitality of Hawaiʻi. The grounds of Kalahuipuaʻa were historically associated with aliʻi (royalty) and special visitors, making this a fitting setting for an evening of Polynesian storytelling, music, dance, and food. The production draws on the legendary Polynesian navigator Hawaiʻiloa and the voyaging traditions that connect Hawaiʻi with the wider Pacific.
Location

Cloaked in history, the Kalahuipua’a area of the Kohala Coast was once a gathering place for royalty and their guests. Dotted with fishponds and ancient trails, guests can explore the Ala Loa Trail, or King’s Trail, as well as the beautifully preserved fishponds that were once reserved for the chiefs. While many fishponds have been preserved along the Kohala Coast, none have been restored as well as those in Kalahuipua’a. This is famed as one of the best luaus on the Big Island.
Show
Talk story and chat with your hosts and performers before the show, and learn more about Hawaiian culture, as well as traditional games and practices. As the show begins, the world-renowned cast takes guests on a journey inspired by the legendary Polynesian navigator Hawaiʻiloa and the voyaging traditions that connect Hawaiʻi with the wider Pacific. Enjoy tales of Hawaii Island told through traditional hula, and look for the influence of other cultures in the costumes and dance as the show continues.
Seating Comparison
ʻOhana Seating
- Standard luau-style seating
- preliminary activities
- open bar
- buffet dinner
- Polynesian show
- kukui nut lei
Aliʻi Seating
- preferred front-row seating
- appetizer platter
- buffet
- open bar
- printed photo
- upgraded shell lei
Luau Dinner
Enjoy a buffet prepared by the Fairmont Orchid’s award-winning culinary team, featuring locally inspired dishes, Hawaiian favorites, fresh vegetables, rice, taro rolls, and Hawaiian-style desserts. A keiki station is also available.

Nearby Areas:
Kona • Waikoloa

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What recent guests are saying
Google 4.7 ★★★★★★★★★★ (133)Yelp 4.3 ★★★★★★★★★★ (36)
Recent guests call this Fairmont Orchid luau one of the best on the Big Island, praising a talented narrator, dancers and live band, and a show that is both entertaining and educational. The huge buffet earns strong marks, with several guests saying it had the best food of any luau they've attended, and the open bar and intimate setting under the stars add to the evening. Families love the pre-dinner games, photos and temporary tattoos for kids.
Arrive early to enjoy the games and activities before dinner.
Our summary of Hawai‘iloa Lū‘au's public Google and Yelp reviews, updated October 19, 2026.