Hawaii, a tropical paradise, will stay with you long after you have been there. If you think that Hawaii is only about Nature, you would not be entirely correct. There is so much more to it that if one were to explore its wilderness alone, that would not do justice.
Many tourists who land here may not be aware of its vibrant nightlife. Even if you have skimmed through countless travel guides, it might still leave you wondering which nightclubs you must visit, considering you are there for only a few days.
For you, we present here the five best nightclubs in Hawaii highly recommended by the locals. Who would know better about this than the folk who frequent them?
1. Rum Fire
Among the myriad reasons one might frequent a nightclub, I guess high on that list would have to be dancing. You crave a spacious dance floor to break a leg to the grooviest beats, and you are in luck. Rum Fire, in Honolulu, has one of the swishest dance floors in Hawaii.
Rum Fire has the distinction of being the only nightclub situated on the beachfront in Hawaii’s capital city. In that regard alone, you can pick it over any other. However, there is more to it. You can indulge in the finest culinary experience here while soaking in the majestic nightlife of Honolulu. Do I hear mixed drinks and Hawaiian Mai Tai? Rum Fire will satiate you with the best of these. The Sand Blaster and Royal Pain from their menu come highly recommended.
Whether you are looking for a quiet dining spot or want to indulge in hardcore partying, Rum Fire has you covered. Now you know where to head once you hit terra firma in Honolulu. And who could disagree that Rum Fire deserves to feature in the five best nightclubs in Hawaii?
2. Lewers Lounge
All you can think of when you land in Hawaii is entertainment. Your wish is about to get fulfilled. How about jazzing up your night with soulful music? Are entrancing live performances up your alley? In that case, Honolulu’s Lewers Lounge is the place you have to be if you have just one night in Hawaii. From Tuesday to Saturday, this place comes alive with the best live entertainment. DJ nights, live shows, and plenty of band nights are part of the act. Besides the entertainment, you can gorge on the yummy starters and desserts while relishing their wide range of mixed drinks and cocktails.
3. Moose McGillycuddy’s
Being an extrovert, you love to socialize. In which case, you could not be elsewhere but at Moose McGillycuddy’s. Every Sunday, the Bikini Contest held here might be the one thing you never figured into your plans. It is great to be surprised once in a while. We cannot go gaga enough over the food, drinks, and music at Moose McGillycuddy’s in Maui. No amount of fancy adjectives can substitute for experiencing all of the above for yourself. Drop us a line, letting us know what you think of it once you have been there. I am sure you will agree that Moose McGillycuddy’s earns its place among the five best nightclubs in Hawaii.
4. Mai Tai Bar
No write-up on the nightlife is complete without a mention of Happy Hours. Some nightbirds might even go so far as vouching that Happy Hours are the best invention since antiquity. The premium after-work spot with a slew of awards to show, year after year, Mai Tai Bar near Waikiki Beach has delighted its patrons with endless Happy Hours. As if that was not enough, you can marinate in uplifting island music shows that are on twice daily.
5. Tapa Bar
Are you looking for something more contemporary? Tapa Bar at the Tapa Tower in Honolulu might be the one for you. You will be delighted with exotic cocktails to go with any meal of your choice. And all the while, you will be swaying to contemporary Hawaiian music. Being open from 5:30 am till the end of the day means you have plenty of time for stylish indulgence in whatever your heart desires.
It does not matter if you are in Hawaii for the nightlife or a walk through the rainforests, as at least a few hours at one of these five best nightclubs in Hawaii (or all five!) is sure to be a memorable experience. Aloha, and welcome to Hawaii!
