Hawaii’s Most Haunted.
True Ghost Stories, Legends, & History
Welcome to the Mysteries of Hawai‘i blog — your gateway to haunted Honolulu and 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!
Haunted Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel
Kaʻanapali may be known for its golden beaches and luxurious amenities, but beneath the surface lies a darker tale. Guests and staff at the Kaʻanapali Beach Resort have reported shadowy figures in their rooms, whispering voices in the night, and footsteps that vanish into thin air. Are these the spirits of ancient warriors, travelers who never checked out, or something older and far more powerful?