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Star of Honolulu Buffet Dinner Cruise

Set sail aboard Hawaii’s largest dinner cruise ship for a 232-foot floating evening of Pacific Rim buffet dining, a signature Mai Tai, live Hawaiian music, hula and the all-new Moku Ola Polynesian show. Friday cruises stay out an extra hour for Waikiki fireworks viewing.

2 Hour Cruise Pacific Rim Buffet Signature Mai Tai Polynesian Show Friday Fireworks Option

From $128 Adult · $76.96 Child · Infants Free

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Sunset, Buffet & Polynesian Show on the Star of Honolulu

The Pacific Star buffet dinner cruise is the easiest way to enjoy an evening on the water without leaving the city. Built specifically for Hawaiian waters, the 232-foot Star of Honolulu carries you out of Honolulu Harbor at sunset with four full walk-around decks, a 60-foot observation perch and an open-air design that puts Waikiki, Diamond Head and the full Pacific horizon in every direction.

Once you board, the focus shifts to the food, the music and the show. Buffet stations fill with carved roast beef, fresh fish in a light coconut curry, BBQ chicken, yakisoba noodles, salads and island desserts, while a signature Mai Tai meets you on arrival. The Moku Ola Polynesian production then takes the stage with the largest cast performing on Hawaiian waters, followed by an open dance floor pa‘ina before the ship returns to port.

Choose any night for the standard sunset itinerary, or sail on a Friday and stay out an extra hour to watch the weekly Waikiki fireworks light up the sky from a front-row spot on the water.

What Is Included

  • Two hour evening cruise (Fridays extend to 2 hours 50 minutes)
  • Pacific Rim roast beef buffet dinner
  • One signature Star of Honolulu Mai Tai per adult
  • Pier-side hula welcome and live Hawaiian music
  • Moku Ola Polynesian show with the largest cast on island waters
  • Open-deck Waikiki and Diamond Head sunset views
  • Friday cruise option with extended fireworks viewing
  • 360-degree views from four decks and observation level
  • Full cash bar with premium cocktails and Hawaiian beer
  • Vegan plate available with 24 hour advance notice

Watch the Pacific Star Cruise

A look at the Pacific Star Buffet & Show experience.

A Taste of the Pacific Rim Buffet

Every dish is prepared in the ship’s onboard kitchens by the Star of Honolulu culinary team. Here is a small preview of what is on the line:

Salads, poi rolls, Kona blend coffee and rotating Hawaiian dessert selections round out the buffet. Vegan and special diet options available with advance notice.

Cruise Schedule

  • 4:45 PMCheck-in opens at Aloha Tower Pier 8 (for guests on own transportation)
  • 5:15 PMPier-side hula welcome and boarding begins
  • 5:30 PMCast-off with signature Mai Tai service
  • 5:45 PMPacific Rim buffet stations open across the dining decks
  • 6:30 PMMoku Ola Polynesian show begins on the main stage
  • 7:15 PMOpen dance floor pa‘ina with the entertainment cast
  • 7:30 PMStandard cruise returns to Pier 8
  • 8:20 PMFriday return after extended fireworks viewing

What to Bring

👘Resort Casual Attire
🧥Light Jacket
📷Camera or Phone
🧾Valid Photo ID
🍾Special Occasion Plan

Dress code is resort casual. Aloha shirts and dresses are welcome. Heels are not recommended for the open decks. Strollers and oversized bags must be checked at the pier.

Departure Location and Parking

Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8 · 1 Aloha Tower Drive, Honolulu, HI 96813. The pier sits at the entrance to Honolulu Harbor, roughly 10 to 15 minutes from Waikiki by car or Uber. Validated parking is available in the Aloha Tower Marketplace garage.

Optional round-trip Waikiki transportation may be added at booking. Please plan to arrive at the pier no later than 4:45 PM for check-in.

Cancellation Policy

We understand plans can change. Please review our cancellation terms carefully before booking:

  • Parties of 1 to 9 guests: Cancel at least 24 hours prior to departure to avoid a full charge.
  • Parties of 10 or more guests: Cancellations and group changes require 15 or more days’ notice.

All cancellations must be submitted in writing. Late arrivals after the ship has departed are treated as no-shows and are non-refundable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Star of Honolulu wheelchair and ADA accessible?

Yes. The Star of Honolulu is the only fully ADA compliant dinner cruise vessel of its kind in Hawaii, with elevator access between decks and accessible restrooms.

Are children and infants allowed on the cruise?

Yes. Infants two and under sail free, child pricing applies to ages 3 to 11, and the buffet and entertainment are family friendly.

Will I see the Waikiki fireworks from this cruise?

Friday evening cruises stay out an extra hour specifically to give guests an open-water view of the weekly Waikiki fireworks show. Other nights focus on sunset and city light views.

Can the Star of Honolulu host a birthday, anniversary or proposal?

Absolutely. Celebration and Reception enhancement plans are available at booking and include a reserved window table, memory photo, lei cake or champagne pairings.

Are vegan or special diet options available?

Yes. A grilled vegan garden patty is offered with 24 hours advance notice, and salads, sides and rice options are available throughout the buffet.