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!
Haunted Honolulu - Loku Sites
In the heart of Downtown Honolulu, two ancient gathering spots once filled with hula, chants, and legends are said to host ghostly reunions each night after dark. Though the buildings have changed, the spirits—and their rituals—may never have left.
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.
Haunted Māhā‘ulepū
Māhā‘ulepū is a stunning stretch of coastline rich with fossils, legends, and a haunting past. Once scattered with ancient bones, it became the focus of collectors driven by pseudoscientific beliefs. But beneath its beauty lies a warning long passed down by local fishermen—never sleep on the trail. One man ignored that warning... and paid the price.
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.
Ghost at the Capitol Modern
Long before it became the Capitol Modern, the original Royal Hawaiian Hotel stood on this site—elegant, historic… and haunted. From wandering spirits to unexplained footsteps, stories of the supernatural have clung to this downtown Honolulu landmark for over a century.
Mo‘o, Hawaiian Shapeshifter Beings
In Hawaiian legend, mo‘o are shapeshifting water guardians—powerful, beautiful, and deadly. At a popular waterfall near Līhue, one teen’s encounter hints that these ancient beings may still be watching.
A Ghost at the Menehune Fishpond
Two brothers testing paintball guns near the Menehune Fishpond encounter something far more terrifying than a malfunctioning toy—an apparition that won’t stop until it’s too late.
Haunted Kawaiaha‘o Church & Graveyard
From the spirits of ancient chiefs to a ghostly boy seeking answers, the Kawaiaha‘o Church and graveyard harbor eerie encounters that continue to intrigue and haunt visitors today.
Ghost of Murderer Haunts Manoa Tennis Courts
In 1911, the tragic murder of a young woman led to the haunting of the Manoa Tennis Courts by the ghost of her murderer, Fukumoto. His presence lingers, chilling all who encounter him.
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?
Haunted Royal Hawaiian Center, Helumoa
Waikiki, once the heart of Hawaiian royalty, holds a dark secret beneath its coconut groves. When workers unearthed human remains while clearing Helumoa, they discovered a chilling connection to ancient battles. What they uncovered, and what happened next, still haunts the area today.
Haunted Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School
Built on the site of an ancient Hawaiian heiau used for human sacrifice, R.L. Stevenson Middle School is said to be haunted by restless spirits. Strange occurrences and unsettling sightings near the portable classrooms suggest the past may not be so easily forgotten.
Haunted Poʻipū, Kauai
Built on sacred ground and pummeled by both nature and misfortune, a once-promising hotel on Kaua‘i’s south shore became the setting for chilling tales and unexplained events—many believe the cause lies beneath its very foundation.