Te Au Moana vs. Aloha Wailea Luau: Which Is Worth It? (2026)
TL;DR
Te Au Moana at the Wailea Beach Marriott is a large, higher-priced resort luau at $286 standard / $325 premium per adult. Aloha Wailea Luau at Mulligan's on the Blue delivers the same ocean-view Hawaiian experience from $159.99, with lower kids' pricing, a dedicated kids' menu, and an early 5:00 PM start. Both have ocean views, both serve a full Hawaiian feast with an open bar, and both admit children 5 and under free. The deciding factor is value: Aloha Wailea Luau gives you the same Wailea sunset-and-feast experience for about $126 less per adult — making it the smart pick for most visitors and especially families.
Quick-Answer Summary
Te Au Moana: $286 standard / $325 premium, large resort production · Aloha Wailea Luau: $159.99 GA / $199.99 VIP, best value · Cheaper: Aloha Wailea Luau (~$126 less/adult) · Both: ocean views, Hawaiian feast, open bar, kids 5 & under free · Best for families: Aloha Wailea Luau (kids' menu, early start, lowest kids' price).
Te Au Moana is a higher-priced resort luau at the Wailea Beach Marriott. If you're comparing it against Aloha Wailea Luau, here's an honest, side-by-side look at how the two stack up on price, food, seating, and overall value. Prices are current 2026 published rates before tax and fees.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Te Au Moana | Aloha Wailea Luau |
|---|---|---|
| Venue | Wailea Beach Marriott | Mulligan's on the Blue |
| Adult (standard / GA) | $286 | $159.99 |
| Adult (premium / VIP) | $325 | $199.99 |
| Child (6–12) | $90 | $99.99 |
| Kids free under | 5 & under | 5 & under |
| Setting | Oceanfront resort lawn | Ocean-view, Wailea corridor |
| Food | 3-course family-style Hawaiian | Full Hawaiian feast + kids' menu |
| Drinks | Open bar | Full bar (cocktails, wine, beer, mocktails) |
| Show time | Evening, oceanfront | Wed 5:00–7:00 PM (early start) |
About Te Au Moana
Te Au Moana is a large-scale resort luau at the Wailea Beach Marriott with a Hawaiian dinner and oceanfront show. It's priced significantly higher than Aloha Wailea Luau — $286–$325 per adult — and while it offers a bigger production footprint, that comes at a steep cost. For most visitors, Aloha Wailea Luau delivers the same core experience — ocean-view setting, Hawaiian feast, fire knife dancing, and open bar — at a fraction of the price.
Where Aloha Wailea Luau Wins
- Price. At $159.99 per adult, you save roughly $126 versus Te Au Moana's $286 standard rate — and even the VIP tier ($199.99) costs less than Te Au Moana's standard seat.
- Kids' menu. A dedicated children's menu (mac and cheese, cheeseburger and fries, grilled cheese) means picky eaters are covered, not just the adults.
- Family-friendly timing. An early 5:00–7:00 PM show wraps before young kids melt down — ideal for families.
- Central location. Right in the Wailea resort corridor at Mulligan's on the Blue, so you're close to wherever you're staying.
- Same core experience. Ocean-view setting, full Hawaiian feast, fire knife dancing, hula, and an open bar — the things that make a luau memorable.
The Bottom Line
Both luaus deliver the essential Wailea experience: a Hawaiian feast, drinks, a Polynesian show, and an ocean sunset. Te Au Moana is the larger, pricier option. Aloha Wailea Luau gives you a comparable evening for about $126 less per adult, with better kids' value, a dedicated kids' menu, and an easier family schedule. For most travelers — and especially families — Aloha Wailea Luau is the clear choice.
Get the Wailea Experience for Less
Same ocean-view setting, Hawaiian feast, and sunset show — from $159.99 per adult, with a dedicated kids' menu and an early family-friendly start.
Shows run Wednesdays, 5:00–7:00 PM, at Mulligan's on the Blue, 100 Kaukahi Street, Wailea.
Reserve Your SeatsCancellation policy: 48 hours.
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Prices are 2026 published rates before tax and service fees (Aloha Wailea Luau tax: 4.712%) and are subject to change. Competitor details are summarized from publicly available information on the Te Au Moana official website and may change; confirm current pricing, seating, and policies directly before booking. Te Au Moana is operated independently and is not affiliated with Aloha Wailea Luau.