Waa Waa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Photo by Steph Kopitch

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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Evening Volcano Explorer from Hilo

NZ$409
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Evening Volcano Explorer from Hilo
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Short Private Hike To Secret Jungle Tide Pool

NZ$162
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Short Private Hike To Secret Jungle Tide Pool
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Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

NZ$49
Per adult
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours
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Kauai photoshoot - Capturing Raw and Cherished Memories

NZ$779
Per adult
Kauai photoshoot - Capturing Raw and Cherished Memories
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Meet in the park - Private Volcanoes National Park Tour

NZ$965
Per adult
Meet in the park - Private Volcanoes National Park Tour
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Experience Banana Cultivation in the Hawaiian Rainforest

NZ$22
Per adult
Experience Banana Cultivation in the Hawaiian Rainforest
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Our pick of the best Waa Waa Hotel Deals

Wild Ginger Hotel
Wild Ginger Hotel
2 out of 5
100 Pu'ueo Street Building A, Hilo, HI
The price is NZ$216 per night from 20 May to 21 May
NZ$216
per night
20 May - 21 May
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (499 reviews)
Lovely Vintage Hotel in Hawaii!
"The Wild Ginger offers the true big island lodging experience. Staff is young, very friendly and helpful. Rooms are comfortable, clean and have a lovely vintage vibe. Anyone that has something negative to say about this hotel probably shouldn't be visiting this island. This place rocks! Stay ..."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Wild Ginger Hotel
CASTLE Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
CASTLE Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
3.5 out of 5
71 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI
The price is NZ$326 per night from 20 May to 21 May
NZ$326
per night
20 May - 21 May
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
"The hotel staff was helpful and friendly, but the restaurant staff were not very nice and food service was very poor. The breakfast was a joke where there was no food most of the time. The service at the restaurant took over an hour."

Reviewed on 14 May 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 NZ$309 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$309
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free WiFi, a golf course, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,132 reviews)
"There is nothing wrong with the property. It is a slightly bit dated, but it is a great place to stay. I have stayed here for both business and leisure. The location is good however, it is surrounded by other run down locations. I assume big storms have ravaged this location. Overall, I will continue ..."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
SCP Hilo Hotel
SCP Hilo Hotel
3.5 out of 5
126 Banyan Way, Hilo, HI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$290 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
NZ$290
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (640 reviews)
"The hotel reminded me of a Motel 6. The staff is excellent and very friendly, Had the most comfortable bed I've ever had at a hotel. Slept really well. Was a couple minutes from the airport and close to plenty of parks and places to eat. Would recommend getting a rental car so you can enjoy the whole ..."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

SCP Hilo Hotel
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
2 out of 5
175 Banyan Drive, Hilo, HI
The price is NZ$241 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
NZ$241
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The view was spectacular. The staff was very nice. Room was simple and clean. We got a great nights sleep."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Hilo Reeds Bay 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! (241 reviews)
We already miss the sounds of the breaking waves
"Location and ocean view was FANTASTIC. While it's not a 5-star/ $1000 per night hotel, it has everything you would need/ expect from an excellent beach house. We were only a group of 2, but the house easily could accommodate 6 people. Great jumping off point to see sites on this side of the island ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 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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