Star of Honolulu Signature Dinner Cruise
The top tier of every Star of Honolulu evening. Enjoy a private window table in the exclusive Super Nova Ballroom on the top deck, a five-course Maine lobster and USDA Prime tenderloin dinner, super-premium drinks, and live jazz as Diamond Head glows at sunset.
From $218.62 per adult · Kids 3 to 11 are $131.66, infants free
What’s Included
- Two-hour evening cruise (Friday sailings run about 2 hours 50 minutes)
- Private table seating in the exclusive top-deck Super Nova Ballroom with full window views
- A five-course Maine lobster and USDA Prime tenderloin dinner
- A sparkling toast plus two super-premium beverages per adult
- Pier-side and Bon Voyage hula welcomes
- Soft piano during dinner and a featured live jazz performance
- Dance floor access after dinner
- Fish, chicken, or vegan entrees available with 24 hours notice
The Signature Experience
The Signature is the top tier of every Star of Honolulu evening. You are seated at your own private window table in the exclusive Super Nova Ballroom on the top deck, away from the crowds, with full views of the sunset and Diamond Head.
Dinner is a five-course affair built around Nova Scotia Maine lobster and USDA Prime tenderloin, paired with a sparkling toast and two super-premium beverages per adult. Soft piano plays during dinner, a featured live jazz performance follows, and the dance floor opens afterward.
From the pier-side hula welcome to the last song, it is Oahu’s most refined night on the water. It is a favorite for anniversaries, proposals, and milestone celebrations, or simply a special evening out.
Cruise Highlights
- Private Top-Deck Ballroom: your own window table in the exclusive Super Nova Ballroom.
- Five-Course Dinner: Maine lobster and USDA Prime tenderloin with premium drinks.
- Live Jazz: a featured performance from Oahu’s top jazz artists, plus a dance floor.
- Sunset & Diamond Head: full window views as the sky lights up.
- Friday Fireworks: Friday sailings stay out longer for open-water fireworks views.
- Made for Celebrations: a top pick for anniversaries, proposals, and milestones.
Watch the Cruise
A look at the Star of Honolulu Signature experience.
Your Time at a Glance
- 4:45 PMCheck-in opens at the Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8.
- 5:15 PMPier-side hula welcome and priority Signature boarding.
- 5:30 PMCast off with a sparkling toast and soft piano music.
- 5:45 PMFive-course dinner service begins at your private window table.
- 7:15 PMFeatured live jazz performance and the dance floor opens.
- 7:45 PMStandard cruise returns to Pier 8. Friday sailings return around 8:20 PM after fireworks.
Departs daily at 5:30 PM. The standard cruise runs about 2 hours; Friday sailings run about 2 hours 50 minutes for open-water fireworks viewing. Times are approximate.
What to Bring & Wear
Smart resort or aloha attire is recommended. Many guests dress up, but there is no jacket requirement. The ballroom is climate controlled, and a light layer is nice for the open-air observation deck.
Where to Meet Us
The Star of Honolulu departs from the Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8, at 1 Aloha Tower Drive, Honolulu, HI 96813, about 10 to 15 minutes from Waikiki by car or rideshare. Validated parking is available in the Aloha Tower Marketplace garage, and optional round-trip Waikiki transportation can be arranged when you book. Please check in by 4:45 PM.
Good to Know
- Top tier: the Signature is the only tier with private-table seating in the top-deck ballroom, live jazz, and super-premium drinks.
- Drinks included: a sparkling toast plus two super-premium beverages per adult.
- Special diets: fish, chicken, or vegan entrees are available with 24 hours notice, and most diets can be accommodated on request.
- Fridays: Friday sailings stay out an extra hour for open-water fireworks views.
- Check-in by 4:45 PM: at Aloha Tower, Pier 8, with validated garage parking available.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Signature different from the other cruises?
It is the only tier with private-table seating in the exclusive top-deck Super Nova Ballroom, a featured live jazz show, and super-premium drinks. The other tiers offer plated dining with a Polynesian show or a self-serve buffet.
Is it good for proposals and anniversaries?
Yes. The private window table, intimate jazz, and optional reception touches (memory photo, lei, and champagne) make it a popular choice for engagements, anniversaries, and milestone celebrations.
Is there a dress code?
Smart resort or aloha attire is recommended. Many guests dress up for the evening, but there is no jacket requirement.
Will I see the Waikiki fireworks?
Friday sailings stay out an extra hour for open-water fireworks views. Other nights focus on the sunset and Diamond Head.
Are vegan or alternative entrees available?
Yes. Fish, chicken, or vegan entrees can replace the tenderloin with 24 hours notice, and the ship accommodates most special diets on request.