Title: Punaluu Travel Guide: Best of Punaluu, Pahala Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Punaluu](https://expedia.co.uk/Punaluu-Hotels.d11871.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Punaluu](https://expedia.co.uk/Punaluu-Holiday-Rentals.d11871.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Punaluu Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Punaluu.d11871.Car-Hire-Guide)[Punaluu Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Punaluu.d11871.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Punaluu Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![The Punaluu black sand beach, Big Island, Hawaii](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11871/c59e09c6-9ce2-469f-b513-d3524a7b72ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Punaluu black sand beach, Big Island, Hawaii](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11871/c59e09c6-9ce2-469f-b513-d3524a7b72ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![hawaiin beach with volcanic sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11871/a7ea4186-68cf-4d68-8971-67e103802102.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Amazing Punalu'u black sand beach, Big Island, Hawaii](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11871/41021d30-c1cd-49bc-bd3e-c0d0e1e3c7be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Punaluu Beach has black sand made of basalt and created by lava flowing into the ocean which explodes as it reaches the ocean and cools.; Shutterstock ID 387623206; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighb](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11871/12b26fba-e837-493c-b5b9-160591777ebb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Punaluu Things to do - Top hotels in Punaluu - Top Holiday Rentals in Punaluu ![Sea Mountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2670000/2667400/2667396/0cbbd7a0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sea Mountain 95-788 Ninole Loop Road Pahala HI Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £141 25 Feb - 26 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach condo in Pahala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (512 reviews) Surroundings. Friendly, helpful staff. Great views. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=2667396&PinnedHotelID=2667396&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=11871) ![#5 Well Maintained Studio with Ocean Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41540000/41534200/41534180/w1440h1080x240y0-6749366b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### #5 Well Maintained Studio with Ocean Views Pahala HI Stay at this condo in Pahala. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Punalu'u Beach and Whittington Beach Park ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (12 reviews) Arriving in dark locating correct parking was a challenge. We accidentally parked in the unmarked asst manager spot. He was rude rather than helpful. Not good start. The accomodation was nice , cute and comfortable. Clean. We discovered at sun up that we were happily right next to pool. The " notebook" ... Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=41534180&PinnedHotelID=41534180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=11871) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=41534180&PinnedHotelID=41534180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=11871) ![Cozy Ocean View Condo - Great Pool & Short Walk to Punalu'u Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54480000/54477800/54477733/c62be0a6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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! (41 reviews) Maybe a couple more towels and facecloths Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=54477733&PinnedHotelID=54477733&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=11871) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=54477733&PinnedHotelID=54477733&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=11871) [See all 74 properties in Punaluu](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=11871) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Sea Mountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2670000/2667400/2667396/0cbbd7a0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sea Mountain 95-788 Ninole Loop Road Pahala HI Stay at this beach condo in Pahala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (512 reviews) Surroundings. Friendly, helpful staff. Great views. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pahala-Hotels-Colony-I-At-Sea-Mountain-In-Pahala.h2667396.Hotel-Information) ![#5 Well Maintained Studio with Ocean Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41540000/41534200/41534180/w1440h1080x240y0-6749366b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### #5 Well Maintained Studio with Ocean Views Pahala HI Stay at this condo in Pahala. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Punalu'u Beach and Whittington Beach Park ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (12 reviews) Arriving in dark locating correct parking was a challenge. We accidentally parked in the unmarked asst manager spot. He was rude rather than helpful. Not good start. The accomodation was nice , cute and comfortable. Clean. We discovered at sun up that we were happily right next to pool. The " notebook" ... Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pahala-Hotels-5-Well-Maintained-Studio-With-Ocean-Views.h41534180.Hotel-Information) ![Cozy Ocean View Condo - Great Pool & Short Walk to Punalu'u Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54480000/54477800/54477733/c62be0a6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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! (41 reviews) Maybe a couple more towels and facecloths Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pahala-Hotels-Cozy-Condo-With-Ocean-View-Great-Pool-Walk-To-Punaluu-Beach.h54477733.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Punaluu](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=11871&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Punaluu hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=11871&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=11871&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=11871&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=11871&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=11871&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=11871&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Punalu'u Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160389/6bc9821f-7f96-444c-9178-229bb37e7b6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punaluu-Beach-Pahala.d6160389.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kau-Coffee-Mill-Pahala.d6288141.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wood-Valley-Temple-Pahala.d6289387.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1216801/4043f036-e80d-4c1d-b511-43e7000859f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours £26 per traveller **78%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/big-island-adventure-bundle-5-epic-audio-driving-tours.a1216801.activity-details) ![Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2449290/f0179c7c-5948-475e-beae-66317bd1c8b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Volcano National Park Adventure from Waikoloa £193 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/volcano-national-park-adventure-from-waikoloa.a2449290.activity-details) ![Circle of Fire](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46642822/bb6faad3-e87a-4694-98ee-75bbab00640a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discover Hilo Tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters £325 per traveller **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-hilo-tour-with-blue-hawaiian-helicopters.a46642822.activity-details) ![E-Mountain Bike Adventure Tour in Naalehu Hawaii](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49874356/0d96863b-1274-444f-93af-a23d4b47771e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### E-Mountain Bike Tour in South Point Hawaii £93 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/e-mountain-bike-tour-in-south-point-hawaii.a49874356.activity-details) ![Big Island One Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47630445/2965dc55-1572-4d4b-9329-2e8c12dbd94a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hawaii Big Island Hilo & Volcano One Day Tour £171 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hawaii-big-island-hilo-volcano-one-day-tour.a47630445.activity-details) ![Big Island Spectacular & Volcano Helicopter Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45025561/210e24b7-dff2-4045-878f-4f3de698547a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Big Island Spectacular & Volcano Helicopter Tour £533 per traveller **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/big-island-spectacular-volcano-helicopter-tour.a45025561.activity-details) [See all activities in Punaluu](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Punaluu.d11871.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Punaluu ![#lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160389/58c552ca-2ec4-4ed6-8c5f-2057e73c1c6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pahala - Cities near Punaluu - Places of interest [Pahala](https://expedia.co.uk/Pahala.dx11872) - [Punalu'u Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Punaluu-Beach-Pahala.d6160389.Attraction) - [Hawaii Volcanoes National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hawaii-Volcanoes-National-Park-Hawaii.d6063971.Attraction) - [Whittington Beach Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Whittington-Beach-Park-Naalehu.d553248634829830835.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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