Island Breeze Luau

Kailua-Kona - Big Island
Duration: 2.5 hours
Held outdoors on scenic Kamakahonu Bay at King Kamehameha's former estate in Kailua-Kona, the Island Breeze Luau invites you to experience a lavish Hawaiian buffet dinner, hula & more.

Island Breeze Luau in Kailua-Kona

Island Breeze Luau brings you outdoors to Kamakahonu Bay in Kailua-Kona, on land associated with King Kamehameha. Oceanfront views, Kona history and the bay setting give this Big Island luau a strong sense of place from the start.

Your evening begins with a welcome and time for island arts and crafts before the show. One of the signature moments is the Royal Court arrival, a ceremonial entrance that gives Island Breeze Luau a different opening from many other Hawaii luaus.

Dinner follows with a Hawaiian buffet featuring kalua-style pork, grilled teriyaki beef, BBQ chicken, island fish, poke-style fish, lomi lomi salmon, poi, sweet potatoes, salads, island desserts and a hosted standard bar. After dinner, He 'Ohana Kakou shares stories of Hawaii and Polynesia through music, hula, dance and live entertainment.

Kamakahonu Bay and Kona History

Kamakahonu Bay is located in the heart of Kailua-Kona, near Kailua Pier and Alii Drive. The bay is closely connected with King Kamehameha, adding historic meaning to the oceanfront setting before dinner and entertainment begin.

If you are staying in Kailua-Kona, along Alii Drive or near Kailua Pier, this luau keeps the evening close to the Kona coast. You can enjoy the bayfront setting, cultural activities, buffet dinner and show without traveling to another side of the island.

The Royal Court Arrival

The Royal Court arrival is one of the most recognizable parts of Island Breeze Luau. You gather as the court arrives, bringing ceremony and pageantry into the evening before dinner and the main performance.

This moment gives the night a ceremonial opening and connects the luau more closely to its Kamakahonu Bay setting.

Buffet Menu

Menu items may change without notice.

Main Dishes:

  • Grilled Teriyaki Beef
  • Kalua-Style Pork
  • BBQ Chicken
  • Island Fish with Ginger, Soy & Scallions
  • Sweet Potatoes Baked in Coconut Butter
  • Poke Style Fish
  • Lomi Lomi Salmon
  • Poi

Side Dishes:

  • Locally-Grown Tossed Green Salad with Assorted Dressings
  • Macaroni Salad
  • Cucumber Namasu Salad
  • Steamed White Rice
  • Fried Tofu Poke with Kale
  • Fresh Island Pineapple

Desserts:

  • Guava Chiffon Cake
  • Pineapple Upside Down Cake
  • Housemade Banana Bread
  • Macadamia Nut Bar
  • Sweet Potato Haupia
  • Haupia

Keiki Menu:

  • Chicken Nuggets
  • Mac & Cheese
  • Seasoned Wedge Cut Fries

Drinks:

  • Hosted Standard Bar
  • Regular and Decaffeinated Royal Kona Coffee
  • Hot Tea

He 'Ohana Kakou Show

After dinner, Island Breeze Luau continues with He 'Ohana Kakou, a show centered on family, island stories and Polynesian performance. Music, hula and dance carry the evening from Hawaii across the Pacific while the Kona setting remains part of the night.

The show brings color, movement and live entertainment to the oceanfront venue, with the Royal Court arrival and Kamakahonu Bay location giving the evening its own Big Island identity.

Reserve Island Breeze Luau

Select your date and reserve Island Breeze Luau for a Kailua-Kona evening with Kamakahonu Bay views, Hawaiian buffet dinner, hosted bar, Royal Court arrival and the He 'Ohana Kakou Polynesian show.

Luau FAQ

Questions & Answers

Quick answers before you reserve your luau.

Where is Island Breeze Luau located?

Island Breeze Luau is located on Kamakahonu Bay in Kailua-Kona at the Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel.

Is Island Breeze Luau oceanfront?

Yes. The luau is held outdoors on Kamakahonu Bay, giving you an oceanfront Kona setting.

What is special about Kamakahonu Bay?

Kamakahonu Bay is connected with King Kamehameha and Kailua-Kona history. The historic bay setting is one of the details that gives Island Breeze Luau its Big Island character.

What is the Royal Court arrival?

The Royal Court arrival is a ceremonial entrance before dinner and the main show. It is one of the signature moments of Island Breeze Luau.

Does Island Breeze Luau include dinner?

Yes. Island Breeze Luau includes a buffet dinner with island-style dishes, keiki menu items, desserts, coffee, tea and a hosted standard bar.

Is Island Breeze Luau close to Kona hotels?

Yes. The Kailua-Kona location is close to Alii Drive, Kailua Pier and many Kona-area hotels and condos.

Special Instructions

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Where & When
Please check-in at the monarchy room at the lobby of the Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel at 5:15 pm.
Festivities end at approximately 8:00 pm.
The Island Breeze Luau is held on the historic grounds of the King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel, which is located adjacent to the pier at Kailua Bay, on Palani Road in Kailua-Kona.
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Parking is available at King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel. Validation is given at the luau (parking validations are subject to change without notice).

Restrictions
There are no specific restrictions for this activity.
Special Notes
Infant pricing (children 3 and under) are provided their own seat and plate.
Operation Days
Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday
Duration
2.5 hours
Capacity
400 guests

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Island Breeze Luau | Kailua-Kona Big Island Luau Prices

  • Regular Luau
    Per Adult (13 yrs+)
    $192.41$177.88
    Per Child (4-12 yrs)
    $96.21$88.95
  • Holiday Luau
    2026 Holiday Luau: Per Adult (13 yrs+)
    $225.13$208.13
    2026 Holiday Luau: Per Child (4-12 yrs)
    $112.57$104.07