Hawaii’s Most Haunted.
True Ghost Stories, Legends, & History
Welcome to the Mysteries of Hawai‘i blog — your gateway to the most haunted places in Hawai‘i. Here, we share chilling Hawaiian ghost stories, haunted legends, and real paranormal encounters rooted in local history, newspaper accounts, oral traditions, and personal experiences.
From ancient Hawaiian heiau to haunted hotels, sacred battlegrounds to modern-day ghost sightings, these are stories tied to the very soul of our islands — including many locations featured on our award-winning Waikiki and Haunted Honolulu ghost tours.
Some places welcome you. Others don’t. Explore with respect, and remember: should you visit these places on your own, you are your own keeper. To venture out alone in haunted Hawaii is purely at your own risk.
The Eeriest Legends and Most Haunted Places in Hawai‘i.
Click the icons below to uncover ghost stories, eerie legends, and supernatural sites across O‘ahu and beyond. New entries are added often — check back regularly!
The Kalaupapa Ghost
What secrets linger on the remote peninsula of Kalaupapa? Discover the chilling tale of a ghostly figure seen wandering the site of Hawaii’s infamous leprosy settlement — and the sorrow that still haunts its shores.
Haunted Hilo
Explore the haunted history of Hilo, a town with a dark past. From ghostly apparitions to eerie sightings, discover the supernatural side of this historic Hawaiian town.
Restless Spirits at the Salvation Army
The Salvation Army building in Honolulu holds more than just a history of charitable acts. Its haunted past reveals ghostly encounters and eerie tales that persist to this day.
‘Īao Valley Ghosts and Night Marchers
Iao Valley is one of Maui’s most sacred and storied places—where history, legend, and the supernatural intertwine. It’s a site of ancient battles, sacred burials, and ghostly encounters.
Bothersome Ghosts at Barking Sands, Kauai
At Barking Sands on Kaua‘i, the beach is more than a natural wonder—it’s a place steeped in legend and mystery. From unexplained noises to ancient Hawaiian beliefs, this shoreline holds eerie secrets.
The Faceless Ghost - Noppera-Bō
Imported with early Japanese immigrants, the Noppera-bō—Hawai‘i’s faceless ghost—haunts schools, drive-ins, and restrooms. From Palolo to Kahala and many other places around Hawai’i, chilling encounters with this yokai continue to blur the line between folklore and real-life terror.
Ghosts of ‘Iolani Palace
Iolani Palace is more than a symbol of Hawaii’s royal past—it’s a place of restless spirits. From phantom intruders vanishing into thin air to the ghostly procession of Kamehameha III and his headless guardian, this historic site holds secrets that defy explanation.
Haunted Honolulu: Downtown Ghosts
Downtown Honolulu may be filled with modern buildings today, but its shadows still whisper stories of the past. On Union Street, the ghost of a long-lost sea captain once roamed the halls of his old home, while just blocks away, the spirit of a loving father returned to comfort his family one final time. These two chilling encounters remind us that even in the heart of the city, the dead may never be far away.
Hawai‘i Kai Ghost
In the quiet suburb of Hawaii Kai, a seemingly ordinary home became the stage for an extraordinary haunting. The ghost, soon dubbed “Bernard,” would reveal himself not once, but regularly. Though never threatening, Bernard’s pale, static-like figure was hard to ignore. The home was brand new… but what sacred grounds did it disturb?
The Legendary Night Marchers
Ancient tales warn of a terrifying ghostly procession that marches through Hawai‘i at night. Witnesses hear drums, see torches—and pray they are not in the way. Learn more about the huaka’i po, the night marchers, from Hawaii’s local expert.
Haunted Judd Trail & Jackass Ginger Pond
Judd Trail and Jackass Ginger Pond seem like peaceful hiking spots today—but a deadly curve, tragic deaths, and an unsolved murder still haunt the area’s past.
Haunted Kalihi Uka and Wilson Tunnel
The Kalihi Uka area holds both spiritual and eerie tales, from the sacred stones of ancient Hawaiian gods to the tragic events surrounding the Wilson Tunnel. With strange encounters and a history steeped in mystery, some say the spirits of those lost still linger, leaving behind an unsettling presence.
Ghost of Postal Worker Haunts Downtown Post Office
In the heart of downtown Honolulu, a cranky but devoted postal worker once guarded government supplies with an iron will. After a mysterious scandal and tragic end, his spirit is said to linger in the very building he once worked so tirelessly to protect—still keeping an eye on the pencils and paper he held so dear. Postal workers today still say the building is haunted. By the ghost of the old postal worker, Benedict Westkaemper... and so much more...
Ghosts and Night Marchers in Moanalua
Moanalua Valley may appear quiet today, but its past tells a different story. From sacred burial sites and pathways to the afterlife, to ghostly night marcher processions witnessed from land and sea, this valley has long been known as a place where history and legend walk hand in hand. Some say its secrets still echo through school hallways and haunted roadsides.
The Haleko Shops Ghost in Lihue
Tucked away on a short stretch of road in Lihue, the Haleko Shops look like any other quiet corner of town. But when a political campaign moved in, strange footsteps and unsettling encounters forced a hasty retreat. Decades later, the ghostly presence still lingers—quietly disrupting the lives of anyone who dares to stay.
The Punchbowl Ghost
In 1908, the Pecarick family experienced terrifying paranormal events in their rented house in Punchbowl. The strange occurrences seemed tied to a young servant girl, Esperanza Gonsalves. Was she involved, or was the house itself haunted?
Ghost of Queen Emma Haunts St. Andrew’s Priory
St. Andrew’s Priory, founded by Queen Emma in 1867, is home to a haunting legacy. Boarders have long reported strange occurrences, from creaking steps to flickering lights, and even encounters with the Queen’s ghost. Is she still watching over the halls today?