WaikikiLeia
Guests arrive at this Diamond Head-adjacent restaurant venue where floor-to-floor windows frame Waikiki's coastline during cocktail hour, then transition seamlessly into an indoor reception where 360-degree views keep attention on both the ocean and each other.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- HNL · 20–25 minutes by car
- Open season
- March – December
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.7 /5 · 80
Waikiki Leia is a restaurant destination wedding venue in HI 96815, USA, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Honolulu International Airport (HNL), 20–25 minutes by car. Best months: March, September, October, December.
Waikiki Leia in HI 96815, open March–December.
Guests arrive at this Diamond Head-adjacent restaurant venue where floor-to-floor windows frame Waikiki's coastline during cocktail hour, then transition seamlessly into an indoor reception where 360-degree views keep attention on both the ocean and each other.
The open-concept dining layout allows your party to flow naturally from ceremony space to seated dinner without feeling relocated.
Every moment—from the aperitif to the final toast—unfolds against Honolulu's most recognizable backdrop.
The best choice I've ever made for my wedding venue!! I chose this place for my wedding ceremony + dinner buffet option. Tom was so helpful in guiding us through all the available options. The chapel and the building for reception and the surrounding gardens are beautiful. You don't need to find another location for wedding pictures. This venue provides multiple scenic spots for pictures, both inside and outside! Pricing is also reasonable compared to the other venues that provide all the above options in one location. 100% recommend! The parking is plenty, about 6 parking lots, but more spaces if you pack them, for a small wedding, which is hard find for Hawaii :)
4 notes, from the desk.
Located at 3050 Monsarrat Ave with unobstructed views of Diamond Head and the Pacific Ocean
Google rating of 4.8/5 based on extensive guest reviews praising service and ambiance
Full-service restaurant venue eliminating need for separate catering coordination
Accommodates 20–150 guests with flexible indoor and semi-outdoor configuration
Best held in March, September, October.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Waikiki Leia.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 5:00 PMRehearsal and welcome dinner for wedding party and close family
- 3:30 PMGuest arrival and cocktails; photos on the lanai
- 4:30 PMCeremony begins; Diamond Head and ocean as backdrop
- 5:15 PMPost-ceremony cocktail hour with passed appetizers and ocean views
- 6:30 PMGuests seated for dinner service; toasts and dancing
- 10:00 PMReception concludes; goodnight sparklers or send-off (weather permitting)
Things worth knowing.
HNL · 20–25 minutes by car
Guests fly into Honolulu International Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
$5,000–25,000
Costs exclude photography, florals, music, and guest accommodations. Contact venue directly for current pricing and customized quotes. Rates subject to applicable taxes and service charges.
Included with reception package
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
$85–150 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
$150–400 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
March – December
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
Can we have a ceremony and reception at the same location?+
Yes. The venue is designed for a full wedding experience—ceremony space, cocktail areas, and dining room are all on-site, allowing guests to remain in one location throughout the celebration.
What is the view like?+
The restaurant features panoramic windows with direct sightlines to Diamond Head, the Pacific Ocean, and Waikiki. Daytime ceremonies capture natural light; evening receptions showcase sunset colors and city lights.
How many guests can the venue hold?+
Waikiki Leia accommodates between 20 and 150 guests depending on your ceremony and reception layout preferences.
Is catering included?+
Yes. As a full-service restaurant, Waikiki Leia provides all food and beverage service, eliminating the need to hire an external caterer.
What is nearby?+
The venue sits on Monsarrat Ave near Diamond Head crater, Waikiki Beach, and a range of hotels and shops. Honolulu International Airport is approximately 20–25 minutes away by car.
In the same country.
Hold dates at Waikiki Leia.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.