Waa Waa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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
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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
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
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

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

Activities

Private Hike To Secret Jungle Tide Pool

Secret Jungle Tide Pool - Short Hike - Private

AU$161
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Secret Jungle Tide Pool - Short Hike - Private
From Pāhoa: Kilauea Eruption Tour

From Pāhoa: Kilauea Eruption Tour

AU$797
per traveller
From Pāhoa: Kilauea Eruption Tour
Kalapana

Evening Volcano Explorer from Hilo

AU$406
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

AU$56
per traveller
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Rainbow Falls in Hilo, Hawaii

Big Island Half-Day Tour with Lunch

AU$304
per adult
Big Island Half-Day Tour with Lunch
Circle of Fire

Discover Hilo Tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters

AU$707
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Hilo Tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
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Our pick of the best Waa Waa Hotel Deals

Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
3.5 out of 5
71 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI
The price is AU$359 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$359
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,100 reviews)
"easy to reach and nice starting point for most of the sightseeing spots"

Reviewed on 31 Dec. 2024

Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
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 AU$380 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
AU$380
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a golf course. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,210 reviews)
"My wife and I decided to stay at Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo after seeing so many positive recommendations on social media, and we were excited to try it out. The atmosphere is really nice, and it’s super close to the ocean, which makes for some beautiful views. The location is great and the hotel itself ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jan. 2025

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
SCP Hilo Hotel
SCP Hilo Hotel
3.5 out of 5
126 Banyan Way, Hilo, HI
The price is AU$385 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$385
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (837 reviews)
"We loved this heart warming boutique hotel in Hilo. The staff was friendly, rooms were basic but clean and comfortable, and the location was great."

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024

SCP Hilo Hotel
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
2 out of 5
175 Banyan Drive, Hilo, HI
The price is AU$238 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$238
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Book a 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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was decent, staff very pleasant. Probably the nicer hotel we stayed in."

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Wild Ginger Hotel
Wild Ginger Hotel
2 out of 5
100 Pu'ueo Street Building A, Hilo, HI
The price is AU$205 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$205
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (614 reviews)
"The nice people on the property."

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

Wild Ginger Hotel
3-Level OCEANFRONT HOME
3-Level OCEANFRONT HOME
Pahoa
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Pahoa. Enjoy a beach locale, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Hobby Garden Hawaii and Lava ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (264 reviews)
Amazing spot!
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Three bedrooms gave everyone their own space. Well equipped kitchen for family get together meals. Sitting outside to watch the ocean right out front during the day was amazing and star gazing at night was unbelievable. A memorable stay!"

Reviewed on 10 Dec. 2024

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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 Lava Tree State Monument and Pahoa Museum, 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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