Waa Waa Travel Guide
Pahoa

Popular places to visit

Pohoiki Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pohoiki Beach during your trip to Pahoa? Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.

Lava Tree State Monument
Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Lava Tree State Monument, a lovely green space in Pahoa. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Thurston Lava Tube
Head deep into the rainforest to walk in this ancient tunnel carved from lava and marvel at the astonishing power of nature.

Ka Lae Apuki
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ka Lae Apuki during your travels in Pahoa. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Kehena Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kehena Beach during your trip to Kehena? Wander the seaside and beaches in this romantic area.
Isaac Hale Beach Park
Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Isaac Hale Beach Park, a lovely green space in Pahoa. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.
Things to do

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Experience Banana Cultivation in the Hawaiian Rainforest

Big Island Jungle Tour with Guava Green Tea

Experience Guava Cultivation in the Hawaiian Rainforest

Cultivate Hapuu Ferns with Citrus Tea in the Hawaiian Rainforest
Top hotels in Waa Waa

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
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Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
Great Hotel to stay in on the Hilo side. The staff is great just the room cleaning could be better specially the bathroom.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

SCP Hilo Hotel
Everything I enjoyed
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Kehena Mauka Nui LGBTQ Clothing Optional
Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at ,10/10
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Arnott's Lodge
Great staff. So friendly. Gave us a tour. Very nice property. The air conditioning was comfortable, bathrooms so clean. Beds comfortable. Thank you!
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waa Waa

Kaniahiku Village
When in Kaniahiku Village, you can plan a visit to Lava Tree State Monument and Pahoa Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kalapana Sea View Estates
Kalapana Sea View Estates might not have many top sights, but SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center and Mackenzie State Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Puna Palisades
Puna Palisades might not have many top sights, but SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center and Mackenzie State Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kehena Beach Estates
Plan a visit to nearby attractions like SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center while you're exploring Kehena Beach Estates and the larger area.

