Haunted Places in Puako, Hawaii

Saffron Organic Cuisine

Waimea, HI

11.5 miles from Puako, HI

Housed in an early 1900's residence, this restaurant is rumoured to be haunted by a female spirit. Staff have sworn that they've heard footsteps on the front porch, but upon investigation no one is around. (Submitted by Callum Swift)

King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel

Kailua-Kona, HI

25.1 miles from Puako, HI

Rumor has it that King Kamehameha was buried on or near to the hotel grounds. Those seeking supernatural activity will want to visit the top floor, where apparitions of warriors and sounds of battle have been heard. On the ground floor is a gallery where a portrait of Queen Liliuokalani …

Hulihee Palace

Kailua-Kona, HI

25.2 miles from Puako, HI

Built from lava rock and coral in 1838, the palace, once a vacation retreat for Hawaiian kings, is said to be haunted by the ghost of a young Hawaiian boy.

Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park

Captain Cook, HI

39.2 miles from Puako, HI

The Hawaiian name means "City of Refuge," and this park was the site of the largest Huna temple. Here, those who broke the rules of the religion could work off their sins instead of being put to death for them. At the temple, there is also a heiau, a stone …

University of Hawaii at Hilo - Hale Kanilehua

Hilo, HI

52.9 miles from Puako, HI

In the Hale Kanilehua dorm, a ghost of a little boy is said to reside. Rumors say he lived in the house that once stood here, but was killed during its demolition. The ghost has been seen on the ground floor of the girls' side, and he has been heard …

Volcano House Hotel

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI

53.6 miles from Puako, HI

This house is a former historic private residence, and a former owner and his family used to receiver visits from the apparition of an elderly woman. She has been seen in the rooms of guests and in the hallways, and people have also seen a ghostly white dog on the …

Hamakuapoko

Makawao, HI

72.8 miles from Puako, HI

The former land division and town Hamakuapoko, between Paia and Haiku, is said to be haunted by spirits from its historic missionary and plantation days. A high school, now abandoned, is in the area; local legend tells of "choking ghosts" who accost students who were playing hooky from school. Also, …

Iao Theatre

Wailuku, HI

76.3 miles from Puako, HI

The historic theatre opened in 1928, and some patrons and staff believe the building is haunted. On various occasions, there have been reports of a misty apparition sitting in seats around the theatre, as well as on the stage during closing hours. It is believed to be a female apparition, …

The Lodge at Koele

Lanai City, HI

91.6 miles from Puako, HI

This lush "Four Seasons" hotel property is said to be the home of several ghosts - one being that of a little girl who likes to visit guest's rooms.