Pahoa
Pahoa is a small town on the Big Island between Hilo and Volcanoes National Park.
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Get around
Do
- 🌍 Kehena Beach (A short but steep hike down from the road nearby). A black sand beach that's a popular local hangout. The waves are strong, swimming is possible but not advised without clear instructions on how to do so safely. Clothing optional beach. Free.
Buy
Eat
- Paolo's Bistro, 330 Pahoa Rd. Wonderful Italian restaurant located on the main street of Pahoa. The lamb is the best, but the fish is also delicious.
- 🌍 Ning's Thai Cuisine, 15-2955 Pahoa Rd, ☎ +1 808 965-7611. 09:00-21:00. Thai place. Note that they seem to be a little spicy. It has been said that their "medium" spice is more like a "hot". Takeout available $10-16 Entrees.
Drink
Sleep
- Hale Makamae Bed and Breakfast, 13-3315 Makamae St. The bed and breakfast is situated next to a private residence. The lush garden includes a large variety of tropical flowers and fruit trees. You will fall asleep to the chipping sounds of tree frogs. The host, Petra, will provide a map of the area and helpful suggestions. she also serves a good breakfast.
- 🌍 Oliana Guesthouse, 12-124 Oliana Dr, ☎ +1 808-965-1053, e-mail: babsmyra@hotmail.com. Check-in: 16:00, check-out: 12:00. A charming small guest house and separate cottage, just up the road from Kehena. You're just in the rain forest and you can hear the bird/insect/animal-song at all times. Kitchenette, towels, kitchen basics (spices, oil, salt & pepper etc) all provided! Can be booked on AirBnB, FlipKey and Direct. Cottage $75/nt, Main House $135/nt.
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