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.
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.
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.
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
Secret Jungle Tide Pool Hike - Private
Fat Tire E-Bike Rental - Volcanoes National Park
Discover Hilo Tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Top hotels in Waa Waa
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
Excellent place, beautiful beach, delicious food, peaceful atmosphere, the best place to stay in Hilo
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The hotel was amazing. We stayed here bc hotels.com didn’t actually make my reservation when I did so we found out on the flight from Seattle to Kona that we didn’t have a place to stay. 2 stars for hotels.com bc the customer service was helpful (this time) but this is the second time this has ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Very friendly staff, and they were always working hard to keep everything immaculate.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
SCP Hilo Hotel
Nice, friendly and quiet
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Kehena Mauka Nui LGBTQ Clothing Optional
I enjoyed my stay here. The place is one of a kind and each room is unique. I was reluctant at first because of the shared bathroom, but I never had issues when I needed to use it. There is also an additional bathroom outside that I didn’t read about or see until my last night. The outdoor hot tub ...
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Wild Ginger Hotel
Great accommodations. Staff was extremely helpful.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Waa Waa
Kaniahiku Village
When in Kaniahiku Village, you can plan a visit to Pahoa Museum and Lava Tree State Monument, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kalapana Sea View Estates
Kalapana Sea View Estates might not have many top sights, but Kehena Beach and SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Puna Palisades
Puna Palisades might not have many top sights, but Kehena Beach and SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Kehena Beach Estates
While Kehena Beach Estates may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kehena Beach and SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center.
