Pahala Travel Guide

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Punaluʻu Beach ( Black Sand Beach) is a beach between Pāhala and Nāʻālehu on the Big Island of the U.S. state of Hawaii. The beach has black sand made of basalt lava.
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Rocky shore near the Black Sand Beach. #liifeatexpedia
My favorite Beach stop in Hawaii
A Green Sea Turtle (Honu in the Hawaiian language) feeding on water plants near the beach. They wedge themselves between the rocks to get to the sea weed.
Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant

Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant

3.5 out of 5
19-3948 Old Volcano Road Volcano HI
Stay at this B&B in Volcano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (574 reviews)
This is a very nice lodge with a great history. The room was spacious and we really enjoyed the hot tub and the nature trail. My only complaint is with the people in the room beneath us as we heard them talking well past the quiet hour of 10:00 pm. As the inn has no night manager, I was required ...

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

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Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant
Lokahi Lodge

Lokahi Lodge

2.5 out of 5
19-4050 Kalanikoa Road Volcano HI
The price is £109 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
£109
18 Apr - 19 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Volcano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Aloha Candy Company and Kilauea Iki Overlook are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (239 reviews)
Easy check in, perfect location, our room was beautiful.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Lokahi Lodge
Aloha Crater Lodge and Lava Tube

Aloha Crater Lodge and Lava Tube

3.5 out of 5
11-3966 Lanihuli Road Volcano HI
The price is £133 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
£133
4 Apr - 5 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Volcano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Aloha Candy Company and Volcano Garden Arts are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (515 reviews)
The place was easy to find with the directions provided by the property. We loved being so close to the park and getting to explore the volcano areas during our short visit. Oatmeal, fresh fruit and coffee provided made a great breakfast and the fresh baked banana bread was an added bonus! I would ...

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Aloha Crater Lodge and Lava Tube
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Cozy Ocean View Condo - Great Pool & Short Walk to Punalu'u Beach

Cozy Ocean View Condo - Great Pool & Short Walk to Punalu'u Beach

Pahala HI
Stay at this condo in Pahala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Punalu'u Beach and Whittington Beach Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
Clean and great view.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Cozy Ocean View Condo - Great Pool & Short Walk to Punalu'u Beach
Tropical 1-bedroom cabin. Five minute drive to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Tropical 1-bedroom cabin. Five minute drive to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Volcano HI
Stay at this cabin in Volcano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Volcano Garden Arts and Aloha Candy Company are ...
Tropical 1-bedroom cabin. Five minute drive to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Romantic Tree Cottage in the Rainforest

Romantic Tree Cottage in the Rainforest

Volcano HI
Stay at this cottage in Volcano. Enjoy a garden, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Volcano Garden Arts and Aloha Candy Company are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
What a lovely, enchanting cottage! The bed was so comfy and we slept the best here on our entire trip. We only got to spend one night here, but would love to stay two or three in the future. Shannon is a great host. Thank you for this experience. Mahalo.

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Romantic Tree Cottage in the Rainforest
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Popular places to visit

Punalu'u Beach

Punalu'u Beach

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Punalu'u Beach during your travels in Punaluu? Stroll along the black-sand beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Punalu'u Beach

Wood Valley Temple

After visiting Wood Valley Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pahala. Wander the beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Wood Valley Temple

Kaʻu Coffee Mill

Take the family on an outing to Kaʻu Coffee Mill during your trip to Pahala. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Kaʻu Coffee Mill

Things to do

Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa

Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa

£192
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa
Circle of Fire

Discover Hilo Tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters

£325
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Hilo Tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
E-Mountain Bike Adventure Tour in Naalehu Hawaii

E-Mountain Bike Tour in South Point Hawaii

£93
per adult
E-Mountain Bike Tour in South Point Hawaii
Big Island One Day Tour

Hawaii Big Island Hilo & Volcano One Day Tour

£170
per adult
Hawaii Big Island Hilo & Volcano One Day Tour
Kīlauea Hike and Lava Gazing with Native Hawaiian

Kīlauea Hike and Lava Gazing with Native Hawaiian

£148
per adult
Kīlauea Hike and Lava Gazing with Native Hawaiian
Big Island Spectacular & Volcano Helicopter Tour

Big Island Spectacular & Volcano Helicopter Tour

£533
per traveller
74% of travellers recommend
Big Island Spectacular & Volcano Helicopter Tour
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Cities near Pahala

The Remains of The Historical Honuapo Pier in Honuapo Bay, Whittington Beach State Park, Hawaii Island, Hawaii, USA

Naalehu

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