Waa Waa Travel Guide

Pahoa

Photo by Steph Kopitch
Photo by Steph Kopitch

Popular places to visit

Pohoiki Beach

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.

Pohoiki Beach
Hawaii

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.

Thurston Lava Tube
Ka Lae Apuki

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.

Ka Lae Apuki
Lava Tree State Monument

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.

Lava Tree State Monument

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.

Kehena Beach

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.

Isaac Hale Beach Park

Things to do

Secret Jungle Tide Pool Hike - Private

Secret Jungle Tide Pool Hike - Private

฿3,186
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Secret Jungle Tide Pool Hike - Private
Kalapana

Evening Volcano Explorer from Hilo

฿8,092
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Evening Volcano Explorer from Hilo
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

฿1,122
per traveller
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Hilo: Bottle Feed & Cuddle Baby Goats

Hilo: Bottle Feed & Cuddle Baby Goats

฿876
per adult
Hilo: Bottle Feed & Cuddle Baby Goats
Volcano After Dark - Private Kilauea Eruption Tour Up To 8pax

Volcano After Dark - Private Kilauea Eruption Tour Up To 8pax

฿47,957
per traveller
Volcano After Dark - Private Kilauea Eruption Tour Up To 8pax
Circle of Fire

Discover Hilo Tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters

฿14,082
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Hilo Tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
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Top hotels in Waa Waa

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

4 out of 5
93 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI
The price is ฿4,121 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿4,121
฿6,345 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Hilo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a golf course. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,255 reviews)
"Great place in a lovely location."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3.5 out of 5
71 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI
The price is ฿4,824 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿4,824
฿6,832 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,316 reviews)
"Ive stayed here many times"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
SCP Hilo Hotel

SCP Hilo Hotel

3.5 out of 5
126 Banyan Way, Hilo, HI
The price is ฿6,066 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿6,066
฿8,106 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"The ladies that work there were so nice! Clean rooms and the pool was nice"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

SCP Hilo Hotel
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

2 out of 5
175 Banyan Drive, Hilo, HI
Stay at this beach hotel in Hilo. Enjoy daily housekeeping, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"A hidden gem in an old style Hawaiian hotel by Hilo Bay. The room was impeccable in cleanliness, amenities and comfort. Beautiful surroundings on Banyan Drive with so much outdoor activity at your doorstep."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

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Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Kehena Mauka Nui LGBTQ Clothing Optional

Kehena Mauka Nui LGBTQ Clothing Optional

2 out of 5
12-7232 Mauka Nui St, Pahoa, HI
The price is ฿2,889 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿2,889
฿3,408 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pahoa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kehena Beach and SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"This place is special. It has an amazing aura around it along with everyone who stays can’t wait to go back!"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Kehena Mauka Nui LGBTQ Clothing Optional
Wild Ginger Hotel

Wild Ginger Hotel

2 out of 5
100 Pu'ueo Street Building A, Hilo, HI
The price is ฿2,957 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿2,957
฿3,488 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (772 reviews)
"Great poperty"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Wild Ginger Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Waa Waa

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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.

Kaniahiku Village
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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.

Kalapana Sea View Estates
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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.

Puna Palisades
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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.

Kehena Beach Estates

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