Haunted Hotels in Volcano, Hawaii

Volcano House Hotel

1 Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96718

The Volcano House Hotel has a long history, being rebuilt several times since the mid-1800s, and its location near an active volcano makes it ripe for folklore. It's said the land is sacred to Pele, the goddess of fire and volcanoes. One enduring story involves an 'old woman' or 'elderly lady' spirit, sometimes thought to be a former owner or long-term resident. She is reportedly seen in guest rooms and wandering hallways. Another distinct apparition frequently reported is that of a ghostly white dog, occasionally spotted near the hotel entrance or on the access roads leading up to it. Being within the national park, some attribute general uneasy feelings or strange occurrences to the potent spiritual energy of Pele's domain.