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

Cultivate Hapuu Ferns with Citrus Tea in the Hawaiian Rainforest

Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience

Secret Jungle Tide Pool Hike - Private
Top hotels in Waa Waa

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Beautiful views and staff were professional and friendly
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
Served us well
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
This is an older style hotel but our room was clean, comfortable and relatively modern. I liked the old-school charm of breezeways, a ceiling fan, a balcony and a lobby with comfortable furniture and reading material. We had no problems with parking or security. There's a beach next door and several ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Kehena Mauka Nui LGBTQ Clothing Optional
The grounds are beautiful with lush tropical plants. It's so relaxing just to sit outside and drink your coffee in the morning with all the birds singing. The manager was very responsive when our fan stopped working and replaced it immediately.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

SCP Hilo Hotel
The room was clean but felt old and kind of retro to a Howard Johnson's - for the price we felt it was more of a 2-3 star experience. Everything in the front of the hotel is super cute and nice- we stayed in the back and though the room was clean the sink bath etc were clean but not in the best shape- ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Arnott's Lodge
Very beautiful spot and the grounds Wei taken care of
Reviewed on 25 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.

