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Nova Five Star Sunset Dinner and Jazz Cruise
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Star of Honolulu Cruises and Events serves dinner at your private table with live jazz off Oahu's south shore. The standard 2-hour cruise costs from $236 per adult. You board at Aloha Tower pier 8 for 5:30 p.m. departures Thursday to Saturday. Friday has a separate 3-hour option. Your five-course dinner features lobster and beef with two premium drinks.
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Nova Five Star Sunset Dinner and Jazz Cruise at a glance
| Boat | Star of Honolulu dinner ship |
| Duration | 2 hours Thursday and Saturday · 3 hours Friday |
| Price | from $236 per adult |
| Departs | 5:30 p.m., Thursday to Saturday |
| Meeting point | Aloha Tower Marketplace, pier 8 · check-in from 4:45 p.m. |
| Food and drinks | Five-course dinner and two premium drinks · welcome toast with or without alcohol |
| Seating | Private table with live jazz |
| Access | All ages · wheelchair-accessible areas and surfaces |
| Main trade-off | Separate Friday option · operator approval for bookings within 5 days |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on . Children pay less.
What's included
- Dinner
- "Champagne Toast" + Two super premium beverages
- Two-hour sunset dinner cruise. (Three hours Fridays)
- Live jazz entertainment
- Dinner at your own private table
What's not included
- Gratuities
- Additional beverages
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
Options
Which option to book
The Nova Five Star Dinner Cruise runs for 2 hours on Thursdays and Saturdays. Friday's separate option lasts 3 hours with the same dinner and live jazz.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Nova Five Star Dinner Cruise | 5:30 p.m., Thu, Sat |
| Friday Nova Five Star Cruise | 5:30 p.m., Fri |
The catch: Approval isn't automatic for bookings within 5 days of departure.
The evening
How does the evening work?
The evening starts with a toast before dinner and live jazz as the ship cruises along Oahu's south shore.
- 1
Board and toast
You board Star of Honolulu at Aloha Tower pier 8. You choose an alcoholic or nonalcoholic champagne toast before the ship casts off.
- 2
Dinner at your table
The five-course meal is served at your own table. Maine lobster and beef are on the menu while the ship cruises along the south shore.
- 3
Jazz and coastal views
Live jazz accompanies the evening in the Super Nova Room. You can see Waikiki and Diamond Head from the ship.
- 4
Friday extension
Friday's option continues for fireworks views from the top deck. It's the longer version of the dinner cruise, with the same menu and entertainment.
Thursday and Saturday cruises last 2 hours. Friday lasts 3 hours. You return to pier 8 at Aloha Tower Marketplace.
Pickup and meeting point
- Boarding location: Check-in opens aboard Star of Honolulu at 4:45 p.m. at Aloha Tower Marketplace pier 8. The ship leaves at 5:30 p.m., so your harbor journey comes before boarding.
- Dinner clothes: The dress code is casual. Shorts aren't recommended for this dinner cruise, so your evening clothes need to suit a seated meal aboard.
- Special requests: Check special arrangements with the service provider by phone 72 hours before sailing. Advance contact is required for any special requests connected with your booking.
- Access: The ship's areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. Strollers are allowed too, and you board at the pier rather than from a beach.
Before you book
- Plan your own ride to pier 8. Hotel pickup isn't included. Your private table is on a shared ship.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Nova suits couples who want a 2-hour evening meal with live jazz on the water. Your dinner is served at a private table. The ship isn't reserved for your party. Friday's longer option works if you can give the cruise 3 hours.
For appetizers on a sailing catamaran, Kahala Kai costs from $54.99 per adult with BYOB. Hawaii Nautical's Hilton sail costs from $119.95 per adult if you want snacks and bar drinks within 90 minutes.
Who it's not for
- Travelers sailing Sunday to Wednesday
- Groups wanting exclusive use of the ship
- Guests needing hotel pickup
- Last-minute plans requiring immediate booking approval
Good to know
Know before you go
Children aged 3 to 11 use the child ticket band, with ages 0 to 2 in the infant band. Wheelchairs and strollers are accommodated aboard. Your reservation must include an adult.
Casual clothes are accepted for dinner, but shorts aren't recommended. The meal is served at a private table in the Super Nova Room. Your evening includes sitting down for five courses before the ship returns.
Special requests require a phone call 72 hours before sailing. Dietary or access arrangements need that advance conversation. A request isn't approved just because you have a ticket.
Check-in starts at 4:45 p.m. aboard Star of Honolulu at Aloha Tower pier 8. The ship leaves at 5:30 p.m. Your selected option doesn't include a hotel transfer, so reaching the pier is your responsibility.
Bookings made more than 5 days ahead receive immediate approval. Within 5 days, the operator must approve the request after you book. You receive a mobile ticket, and one reservation can hold up to 10 travelers.
Your cancellation is fully refundable at least 24 hours before departure, with no refund for later cancellations. Poor weather can also cancel the cruise. The separate approval requirement matters if you're arranging dinner shortly before sailing.
Reviews
How is it rated?
Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
Appetizers on a smaller sailing boat
Waikiki Sunset Sail on a 40-Foot Catamaran: Food and BYOBKahala Kai serves appetizers on a 28-passenger catamaran from $54.99 per adult. Alcohol is BYOB for guests aged 21 and up.
★ 4.9 · 1,022 reviews · from $54.99 per adult
A shorter cruise near Hilton
Waikiki Signature Sunset Catamaran SailHawaii Nautical includes snacks and bar drinks from $119.95 per adult for 90 minutes. You leave from the Hilton pier.
★ 4.7 · 932 reviews · from $119.95 per adult
Two hours on a sailing catamaran
Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Sail on the Moana CatamaranMoana offers a 2-hour sail from $89.99 per person with one bar drink through General Boarding. Your meeting point is Kewalo Basin.
★ 4.9 · 2,462 reviews · from $89.99 per person
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Questions
People also ask
- What is included in the Nova Five Star dinner cruise price?
Nova starts from $236 per adult. Five courses and two premium drinks are included. Maine lobster and beef are served with live jazz during the evening. You have a private table on a shared ship.
- How long is Nova Five Star on Friday?
Friday's separate option lasts 3 hours and costs more than the standard cruise. Thursday and Saturday options last 2 hours with the same dinner and jazz format. Choose the day before arranging plans after the ship returns to Aloha Tower.
- Does Nova Five Star give your group a private boat?
No, your table is private on a shared ship. The standard cruise lasts 2 hours, with other passengers aboard throughout. You can dine together at your own table. The vessel isn't exclusive to your group.
- Is Star of Honolulu wheelchair accessible for Nova dinner?
Yes, the ship has boarding ramps and two elevators for wheelchair access. Your Nova booking uses pier 8 at Aloha Tower, with accessible areas and surfaces aboard. Bring access needs to the reservation team when booking so arrangements can be addressed.
- Does Nova Five Star include pickup from Waikiki hotels?
No, the selected Nova options require you to reach pier 8 independently. Your check-in begins at 4:45 p.m. before the 5:30 p.m. departure. A private table and dinner are included, but your hotel journey isn't part of that booking.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Booking happens on the booking page, at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.