West Maui Luaus: Every Kaanapali and Lahaina Show in One Place
Last updated: November 2026
Reviewed by Maui Luau Company Editorial Team. Hawaii travel and luau industry reviewers.
West Maui covers the Kaanapali resort corridor and the town of Lahaina. It hosts six main luaus: Sheraton Kaanapali Sunset Luau, Maui Nui Luau, Hyatt Regency Maui luau, Westin Maui luau, Hilton Maui luau (all in Kaanapali from $165), and Old Lahaina Luau (in Lahaina). Verify Lahaina venue status before booking.
What area does West Maui cover on Maui?
West Maui is one of the two big lodging bases on the island, a leeward coastline that runs from Lahaina town north through Kaanapali to Kapalua. Search terms like 'west maui luau' cover both Kaanapali and Lahaina, so travelers who are not yet sure which sub-region they will stay in should start here.
Which neighborhoods and landmarks are in West Maui?
West Maui includes Lahaina town at the south end, the Kaanapali resort corridor in the middle (Sheraton Maui, Westin Maui, Hyatt Regency Maui, Hilton Grand Vacations Maui), and the Kapalua and Napili resort areas at the north end. The Kaanapali luaus are the most concentrated and easiest to walk between.
Which luaus are in West Maui?
| Venue | Style | Best for | Price from | Show length | Book direct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheraton Kaanapali Sunset Luau | Sunset oceanfront luau at Black Rock | Sheraton guests, Sunset photographers | $165-$220 | 2 hours | See venue page |
| Maui Nui Luau at Black Rock | Beachfront cliff-diver luau at historic Puʻu Kekaʻa (Black Rock) | Families staying in Kaanapali, Sheraton guests | $165-$220 | 2 hours | Official site ↗ |
| Drums of the Pacific Luau | Large-format Polynesian revue at Kaanapali resort | Hyatt guests, First-time luau attendees | $175-$235 | 2 hours | Official site ↗ |
| Wailele Polynesian Luau | Torch-lit oceanfront Polynesian luau at the Westin Maui | Westin guests, Kaanapali visitors | $175-$225 | 2 hours 15 minutes | Official site ↗ |
| Grand Luau at Honuaula (Hilton Grand Wailea affiliate) | Wailea oceanfront luau available to Hilton and Waldorf Astoria guests | Hilton loyalty guests, Wailea resort visitors | $210-$285 | 2 hours 30 minutes | See venue page |
| Old Lahaina Luau | Most culturally authentic luau in Hawaii, oceanfront traditional | Cultural travelers, Repeat Hawaii visitors | $145-$170 | 3 hours | Official site ↗ |
Sheraton Kaanapali Sunset Luau
The Sheraton Kaanapali Sunset Luau is a 2-hour beachfront luau at the Sheraton Maui Resort in Kaanapali, staged next to Puʻu Kekaʻa (Black Rock) at sunset. Adult tickets start around $165 and include a Hawaiian buffet, two drink tickets, lei greeting, and a Polynesian show that follows the nightly torch-lighting cliff dive.
Maui Nui Luau at Black Rock
The Maui Nui Luau is a 2-hour beachfront luau at the Sheraton Maui Resort on Kaanapali Beach, staged next to the historic cliff-diving site at Puʻu Kekaʻa (Black Rock). Tickets start around $165 per adult and include a Hawaiian buffet, lei greeting, two drink tickets, and a Polynesian revue ending with the Samoan fire knife dance.
Drums of the Pacific Luau
The Hyatt Regency Maui luau, officially called Drums of the Pacific, is a 2-hour Polynesian revue at the Hyatt Regency Maui in Kaanapali. Adult tickets start around $175 and include a Hawaiian buffet, open bar, lei greeting, imu ceremony, and a stage show spanning four Polynesian cultures with a Samoan fire knife finale.
Wailele Polynesian Luau
The Westin Maui luau, called the Wailele Polynesian Luau, costs $175 per adult for general admission and up to $225 for premium seating. The 2 hour 15 minute show runs on the oceanfront lawn of the Westin Maui Resort in Kaanapali and includes a Hawaiian buffet, open bar, lei greeting, imu ceremony, and Samoan fire knife finale.
Grand Luau at Honuaula (Hilton Grand Wailea affiliate)
Hilton does not operate its own luau in Maui. Hilton Grand Vacations and Waldorf Astoria (Grand Wailea) guests typically attend The Lū'au at Grand Wailea, an adjacent-property luau on Wailea Beach. Tickets start at $210 through partner rates and up to $360 for Alii Premium seating. The show runs 2 hours 30 minutes.
Old Lahaina Luau
Old Lahaina Luau is a 3-hour oceanfront traditional Hawaiian luau on Front Street in Lahaina, widely considered the most culturally authentic luau in Hawaii. Adult tickets typically run $145 to $170, include a full Hawaiian buffet and open bar, and feature the traditional imu ceremony plus hula kahiko instead of the standard Samoan fire knife finale.
How far is West Maui from major Maui resorts and the airport?
| From | Drive time |
|---|---|
| Kahului Airport (OGG) | 45 to 60 minutes |
| Within Kaanapali | 0 to 10 minutes (walkable) |
| Lahaina to Kaanapali | 5 to 10 minutes |
| Kapalua to Kaanapali | 10 to 15 minutes |
| Wailea to West Maui | 50 to 70 minutes |
Drive times reflect typical late-afternoon sunset-hour traffic and can vary.