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
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

Activities

Secret Jungle Tide Pool Hike - Private

Secret Jungle Tide Pool Hike - Private

AU$153
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Secret Jungle Tide Pool Hike - Private
Kalapana

Evening Volcano Explorer from Hilo

AU$391
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Evening Volcano Explorer from Hilo
Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience

Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience

AU$232
per adult
Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

AU$54
per traveller
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Kilauea Volcano Eruption After Dark Private Tour

Kilauea Volcano Eruption After Dark Private Tour (Up To 12pax)

AU$3,143
per traveller
Kilauea Volcano Eruption After Dark Private Tour (Up To 12pax)
Tourists on the kaka Falls & Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii

Kilauea Volcano & Rainbow Falls from Hilo(6-7hrs)

AU$271
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kilauea Volcano & Rainbow Falls from Hilo(6-7hrs)
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Our pick of the best Waa Waa Hotel Deals

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$409 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$409
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort 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! (1,218 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$374 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$374
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,296 reviews)
Happy traveler LC
"Very good stop to see the Hawaii volcanoes NP. The staff were so nice to give us direction to get to the eruption site, even bottles to carry fresh water and flash lights to use at night. The surrounding environment of the hotel is so pretty, our room had very nice view. We enjoyed the stay very ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 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 AU$506 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$506
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (1,012 reviews)
Comfy & Cozy
"Perfect place to relax & walking distance to beautiful beach & town."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

SCP Hilo Hotel
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

2 out of 5
175 Banyan Drive, Hilo, HI
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean property and friendly people. We’ll stay here again."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

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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$165 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$165
17 July - 18 July
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 our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (717 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and the price was affordable! I would stay there again!"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Wild Ginger Hotel
Hilltop Vacation Rental

Hilltop Vacation Rental

3 out of 5
57 Hina St, Hilo, HI
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Hilo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gilbert Carvalho Park and Lyman Museum are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (91 reviews)
"We stayed one of the suites. This stay is literally at the top of the hill and you get 360 views of Hilo. unobstructed views of the ocean. Clean and full of amenities. The projector screen was awesome!"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

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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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