Puna Palisades Travel Guide
Pahoa
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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.

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.

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 relaxing 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

Big Island Jungle Tour with Guava Green Tea

Evening Volcano Explorer from Hilo

Big Island: Hand Feed & Cuddle Baby Goats

Secret Jungle Tide Pool Hike - Private

Private Guide Meet In Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Top hotels in Puna Palisades

Kehena Mauka Nui LGBTQ Clothing Optional
Beautiful natural spaces! Mature, rare trees on the property, framing the hot tub. Make sure to know what you are booking. Other guests might not be as respectful as you (eg smoking cigs right outside your window)
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Hoomaikai Blessing's
Mostly good but there is a rooster crowing every morning. Need earplugs.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Hawaiian Sanctuary
Everything is good except for the singing of frogs at night is not good for sleeping
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Kalani Oceanside Retreat
Wonderful vibe
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Ala Kai Bed & Breakfast
We loved staying at Ala Kai B&B. The owners were very friendly and welcoming. They provided great dinner recommendations and places to visit. They also provided an excellent breakfast in the morning. The rooms were very nice and comfortable. Our teenage daughter enjoyed having her own room.
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Fern Forest Getaway
Great place to stay, Leon was super nice he showed us around and everything was clean and just a wonderful stay over all...all the bad reviews are probably people not from the island and expected a hotel and its not,it is like a home away from home very homey feeling and vibes...he has a new number ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Puna Palisades

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.

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.

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.

Waa Waa
Though Waa Waa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kapoho Beach and Lava Tree State Monument.
