Star of Honolulu – Sunset Dinner Cruise & Show
Come join us on Hawaii’s premiere, award-winning Dinner Cruise.
Step aboard Oʻahu’s premier dining cruise, where every moment is designed to impress. Our spacious ship accommodates up to 1,500 guests and glides smoothly across the Pacific, offering a truly relaxing escape. With four expansive decks and six luxurious dining rooms—all ADA compliant—you’ll enjoy sweeping views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and the endless ocean horizon.
Savor gourmet cuisine crafted by professional chefs, sip premium handcrafted cocktails, and take in live Hawaiian entertainment that brings the spirit of the islands to life. Departing daily from Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8, this is more than a dinner cruise—it’s an experience.
Whether you’re planning a romantic evening or a fun-filled family night, we promise an unforgettable journey. And on Friday nights, stay out a little longer with us to catch the magic of Waikiki’s fireworks lighting up the sky.
Cruise Options and Packages:
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The signature dining with 360° views from the top deck of the Star of Honolulu®. Begin your special evening with a “champagne” toast by the captain and bon voyage hula. Enjoy sweeping views from your own private table in the luxurious Super Nova® Room. Savor exquisite cocktails and fine cuisine. Sway to the tunes of live jazz piano music or dance the night away.
Menu and Beverage:
- 5-Course Dinner
- Maine Lobster & Prime Tenderloin of Beef Entrées
- Kona Blend Coffee, Tea
- “Champagne” Toast
- 2 Super Premium Beverages
Schedule:
- Departs: 5:30PM
- Disembarks: 8:30PM
Starting August 21, Nova 5 star will only operate on Friday and Saturday.
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Enjoy our deluxe package where you can enjoy Maine lobster & tenderloin beef while watching our dinner show! The cruise begins with a champagne toast and moves on to entertainment from a welcome hula to live jazz and our signature “60 Years of Aloha®” show by our large cast of talented performers. Come join us and enjoy!
Menu and Beverage:
- 5-Course Dinner
- 1lb+ Whole Maine Lobster & Tenderloin of Beef Entrées
- Kona Blend Coffee, Tea
- “Champagne” Toast
- 2 Premium Beverages
Schedule:
- Departs: 5:30PM
- Disembarks: 7:45PM
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Feast on a buffet dinner featuring a roast beef carving station while enjoying our wonderful Polynesian show! You’ll make memories for a lifetime on our relaxing sunset cruise. Enjoy a signature Mai Tai from our fantastic crew and our amazing entertainment program.
Menu and Beverage:
- Pacific Rim Buffet Dinner
- Roast Beef carved onboard to Dessert Station and more!
- Kona Blend Coffee, Tea
- 1 Star Signature Mai Tai
Schedule:
- Departs: 5:30PM
- Disembarks: 7:30PM
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Join us for viewing of Waikiki’s Friday fireworks show from the comfort of our top of the line ship! You can choose from our Nova Five Star Sunset & Dining Jazz®, Three Star Sunset Dinner & Show®, Star Sunset Dinner & Show®, or Pacific Star Sunset Buffet & Show® options.
Schedule:
- Departs: 5:30PM
- Disembarks: 8:30PM
Add-ons and Enhancements (Pre-orders):
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Upgrade your table and seating for special occasions!
$37.00 per person
Minimum of 2 persons
Nova Five Star® / Three Star® / Star® onlyIncludes:
- Private table (window seating up to 8 persons, center seating 9 and above persons)
- photo (per 2 persons)
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Add a lei cake and a bottle of champagne! Upgrade your table and seating for special occasions!
$66.00 per person
Minimum of 2 persons
Nova Five Star® / Three Star® / Star® onlyIncludes:
- Private table (window seating up to 8 persons, center seating 9 and above persons)
- photo (per 2 persons)
- Lei Cake
- a bottle of “champagne” (per 2 persons);
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Unique wedding by the Captain with live Hawaiian music!
$908.00 per couple
Minimum of 2 persons
Nova Five Star® / Three Star® / Star® onlyIncludes:
- Private Window table
- Photo (per 2 persons)
- Lei Cake
- A bottle of “champagne” (per 2 persons);
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Perfect for anniversaries!
$231.00 per couple
Minimum of 2 persons
Nova Five Star® / Three Star® / Star® onlyIncludes:
- Vow renewal ceremony by the Captain
- Certificate
- Private Window table
- Photo (per 2 persons)
- A bottle of “champagne” (per 2 persons);
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A sweet finale for birthdays and special occasions! French sponge cake with light cream frosting, Ilima lei and chocolate plaque decorations (no candles please).
Prices are per cake.
Nova Five Star® / Three Star® / Star® only$53.00: 6″ Round (serves 2 – 8)
$83.00: 10″ Round (serves 9 – 12)
$114.00: 1/2 Sheet (serves 13 – 48)
$230.00: Full Sheet (serves 49 – 96) -
- Totts Brut Reserve Cuvee: $50.00 per bottle Floral aromas, lemon-lime and grapefruit flavors with a long zingy finish.
- Mumm Sparkling Wine: $85.00 per bottle Opulent, creamy flavors that linger with richness on the finish.
- Dom Perignon Champagne: $575.00 per bottle Simply the finest!
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- Michael David Sauvignon Blanc: $50.00 per bottle Handpicked and whole-cluster pressed. Notes of ripe tropical fruits with crisp and natural acidity.
- Rombauer Carneros Chardonnay: $90.00 per bottle Aromas of vanilla, peach and mango are layered with apricots, crème brulée, butter and a slight minerality.
- Latour Puligny-Montrachet Chardonnay: $225.00 per bottle Notes of apple and cinnamon, balanced by a refreshing acidity.
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- Hess Shirtail Ranches Pinot Noir: $50.00 per bottle Cherry aromas framed by floral notes that lead to a layered, expresive palate.
- Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon: $350.00 per bottle Rich and mouth-coating, with a lasting finish of concentrated fruit and spice.
- Opus One: $650.00 per bottle Satin texture, bright acidity, and notes of marzipan and sandalwood with
a long finish of cloves and dark chocolate.
FAQs
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The Star of Honolulu® is located 15 minutes by drive from Waikiki, at the Pier 8, Aloha Tower Marketplace, 1 Aloha Tower Drive, Honolulu Hawaii, 96813.
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Aloha Tower Marketplace has discontinued parking validation for Star of Honolulu® guests. Parking may be found at the facilities below. Parking facilities are not owned and operated by Star of Honolulu® and subject to change without notice. Please inquire at the parking facilities for their current rates.
1. Piers 5 and 6
2. Topa Financial Center
3. Pacific Guardian Center
4. Harbor Court
5. Harbor Square -
Yes. Round-trip motorcoach transportation is available from major Waikiki hotels and from Ko Olina or Kahala for additional charge. Additional usage fee applies to some hotels.
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For dinner cruises, we recommend resort elegant or casual. Short pants and flip flops are not recommended.
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Yes. The Star of Honolulu® is Hawaii’s only ADA compliant ship with boarding ramps, 2 elevators to accommodate wheelchairs. Please advise your reservationist upon making reservations. However, transportation option is not available for guests in wheelchairs. The guests must provide their own transportation and check-in directly at the pier.
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The Star of Honolulu® is equipped with 3 types of stabilizers and is certified to go beyond Diamond Head to view the beautiful Kahala Gold Coast. For the comfort and safety of our guest the Captain may alter the route depending on weather conditions.
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Cancellations and Change made within 48 hours or “no showing” on your tour date will result in a full charge. To cancel or make changes to your reservation, please contact us during our normal business hour (8am-5pm)
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Pricing:
From April 1, 2025
- NOVA: Five Star Sunset Dinner & Jazz® (ESTN5)
Adult (12 and up): $236.00
Child (3-11): $142.00 - Friday Only: NOVA Five Star Sunset Dinner & Jazz® (OSF5N)
Adult (12 and up): $255.00
Child (3-11): $161.00 - DELUXE: THREE STAR Sunset Dinner & Show® (OSTN3)
Adult (12 and up): $193.00
Child (3-11): $116.00 - Friday Fireworks: DELUXE THREE STAR Sunset Dinner & Show® (OSFN3)
Adult (12 and up): $212.00
Child (3-11): $135.00 - BUFFET: PACIFIC STAR Sunset Buffet & Show®(OPSCN)
Adult (12 and up): $128.00
Child (3-11): $77.00 - Friday Fireworks: BUFFET PACIFIC STAR Sunset Buffet & Show®(OPSFN)
Adult (12 and up): $147.00
Child (3-11): $96.00
Prices above reflect no transportation from Waikiki option.
*Price subject to change.
Add-ons:
- Motorcoach transportation from/to Waikiki: (ESTA1/ESTA3/ESTJ5)
Add $20.00 per person on any package option. - Celebration Plan Add-on (private window table, memory photo per couple; minimum of 2 persons):
Add $37.00 per person on STAR and THREE STAR Sunset Dinner & Show.
*Price subject to change.
Availability and Schedule:
Operation date: Daily
**From August 21, Nova 5 star will only operate on Fridays and Saturdays.
(The Star of Honolulu will be in Dry-Dock from December 08, 2025 to December 17, 2025)
Special Holiday Cruises:
For some holidays, Star of Honolulu operates special cruise package. Please visit below page for details. Very limited Seat so please call us (808-218-6125) to reserve your spot.
Special Cruise Event
Star of Honolulu - 7/4 Independence Day Cruise Celebration
Starting at $233.00
✅ July 4th Special Cruise to celebrate Independence Day.
Celebrate the Fourth of July on Oahu in style with breathtaking views of the Waikiki! The Star of Honolulu offers four Independence Day Cruises to celebrate the Fourth of July in style. Reserve your spot fast!
Star of Honolulu - 12/31 New Year’s Eve Midnight Cruise Celebration
Starting at $135.00
✅New Year’s Eve Special Cruise
With Star of Honolulu’s New Year’s Eve cruises, you’re guaranteed the smoothest ride on the Hawaiian waters, a beautiful Hawaiian setting and the best ocean views of fireworks and the glimmering Honolulu city lights.
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