Aulani Family Dining
  • On Aug 25, 2024
    Emily from CA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Can we just show up at the restaurant at Aulani or should we make reservations. Especially for the characters dinning?

    Aloha Emily, welcome to planDisney!

    How exciting that your trip to paradise is just around the corner, you’re going to love staying at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa! My family visited the resort recently during the same time of year and had such a wonderful time. The resort itself is absolutely stunning and is a seamless blend of Hawaiian culture and Disney imagineering and is the perfect backdrop for creating core memories with family and friends!

    Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa is home to a few different table service restaurants including ‘AMA‘AMA (an open air restaurant where you can dine and experience a stunning Hawaiian sunset), Makahiki (home to a Character breakfast where you can meet Mickey Mouse and his pals) and I can’t forget to mention the unforgettable KA WA‘A – A Lū‘au on Oʻahu at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, where Guests follow the journey of Hawaiian history. While it is sometimes possible to dine at the restaurants without a reservations (reservations are required for the lū‘au) , I highly recommend booking when the 30 day window opens. I would hate for you to miss out on an experience you had your heart set on. Reservations can be made online through the Aulani website. 

    If you find yourself looking for a quick bite to eat, head over to the Ulu Cafe which is conveniently located next to the Waikolohe Valley pool area. You’ll find a variety of ready-to-go foods in addition to a variety of hot entrées - the pizzas and Açai bowls were a hit with my kids. 

    When you arrive at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, you’ll quickly discover that you can make your stay as busy or as relaxing as you wish. There are many activities offered throughout the resort such as Character Experiences, arts and crafts at the Pau Hana Room - Community Hall, Ukulele lessons or even craft your own Mickey ears. Check out the \\\\ for the times and locations for your entire stay. If relaxation is what you’re seeking, you may want to look into a visit at Laniwai - a Disney Spa. Here, you’ll find Kula Wai: the only outdoor hydrotherapy garden found on O‘ahu. 

    No matter what you decide on doing, you will have a wonderful time at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa. I hope this information is helpful to your vacation planning, Emily. Please let me know if you have any other questions, I’m happy to help!

    A Hui Hou, (this means until we see each other again in Hawaiian)
    Candace
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Meet the Panelist: Candace, Ontario

Bonjour! I'm Candace, mom to four daughters, wife and Early French Immersion teacher from Ottawa, ON, Canada. We're a family of explorers who are full of curiosity and seek to find the magic in the smallest moments of the day. The Disney Vacation Club allows us to explore many Disney Destinations with the flexibility to choose a Resort that fits our travel party whether traveling with family or friends. I can't wait to help you plan an adventure of your own! Learn More About Candace

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