Paia Tattoo Parlor

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My husband and I came to Maui for our honeymoon. We wanted to get tattoos to commemorate the occasion. Right when we arrived to Maui we went to the tattoo parlor first so we can schedule our appt for the day before we were leaving. Unless you do your research beforehand, the shop is a little hard to find. We walked passed it a few times before we saw the sign. You have to walk up some stairs to get to the enterance. The atmosphere was very professional and artistic. It is deffinitly our style place. We were treated by the shop girl. She was very knowledgeable and helped us get our appts set up. They weren't busy. Idk if it was the time of year we went but they seemed to have pretty open availability which is good when your in the situation we were in and needed to get the tattoos done right before or our flight back. Gabe did my tattoo and it turned out amazing! The colors he choose complimented each other perfectly. I would deffinitly get another tattoo by him if I ever had a chance. They had bathrooms. It looked like they might of shared them with another business. You have to go down some stairs and out the back door and in another door but they weren't too hard to find. The shop is located pretty much in the heart of Paia which is great because afterward you can hit up the nearby restaurants or go grab some ice cream from Roselani. read more

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Kristen S.

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Highly recommend Zach and PAIA Tattoo! Even though mine were small and simple I was still made to feel very welcome and I so appreciate that! Can't wait to come back for more! Thank you so much! Great merch too! read more

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Michelle N.

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Street parking can be hard to find, so be prepared to pay $6/hr at the pay lot next door. Once inside, the staff is welcoming, and the whole shop is such a cool place to be. I had an appointment, which I recommend so you don't have to wait. The regular artists are total pros as are the "traveling" artists they allow to do their work there. Service is excellent here and is highly recommended. Shop minimum is $100 and it's cash only. read more

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Ana G.

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Zach is an incredible artist and person! He was able to get me and my husband in last minute two hours before our flight when no one else could. He did an amazing job and was super helpful. He made the process so easy, and quick. He made us feel comfortable and at ease throughout the entire process. Will definitely come back to this shop when we're back in Hawaii. DEFINITELY come here!!!! read more

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Alejandra C.

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2 years ago

Super happy and in love with how it came out!! They dealt with me and were super patient. I still feel bad being a hard costumer, but they took my inspiration and made a true work of art So glad I was able to commemorate this moment with my team and they were very flexible and open. Highly recommend ! Katie was my artist thank you very much read more

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Liz M.

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Had a few hours before my flight left so went wandering around Paia and came across this shop. So happy I climbed the stairs to check them out. Zach took excellent care of me and I left with some beautiful ink. read more

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Jaycee B.

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Staff was welcoming and helpful. Walk-in services and the tattoo turned out great. Check it out!

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Walked into Paia Tatto Parlor & was immediately greeted by Zach to assist. I totally felt comfortable with this establishment to have my tattoo have a facelift. I scheduled my appointment and placed a deposit down (cash only), then went back to the parents home and realized I scheduled the appointment for the day after I was leaving the island, I contacted Zach and there was no problem changing my appointment by one day, thank goodness! Arrived today to get my tattoo blooming again and I'm so thrilled with the outcome. The artist (Zach) was extremely talented making sure to ask me what I wanted and to get my input. I'm so happy with the results that I highly recommend this shop. Very clean, friendly and all the people make you feel welcomed. You walk into this establishment and you have a really good vibe and when your getting something done to your body that is permanent you want to have that feeling. read more

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Shane R.

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Zack and sage hoooooked up me and family vacationing from orange county ca. And did amazing work. Above and beyond, thanks fellas read more

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Niki T.

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4 years ago

Go see Zach! So friendly and accommodating! Thanks for getting me in fast on a walk in and working with me on the designs. Great price for great work Also cash only! So stop at the ATM on the way! read more

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Pearl B.

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Happy to have found this parlor while visiting in town after checking Yelp reviews and thorough support from Tattoo artist Splat and the following day discussion with owner for my sons first tattoo,we were in great hands . The staff is wearing mask , social distancing . Tip: Be prepared cash only , there are a few ATMs in the area . I would Recommend a visit with the Owner and Splat . read more

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Kysha A.

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I have gotten all my tattoos at Paia Tattoo Parlor and I will not go anywhere else! It is always a welcoming environment and I've felt comfortable every time. Sage did my two tattoos today (with my sister too) and it was quick and painless. Mahalo Sage for the tattoos you are awesome! read more

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Savannah V.

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3 years ago

Had a great experience here recently! Miranda was very friendly and helped me get the perfect tattoo to celebrate the end of whale season!

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Justin S.

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Best tattoo experience ever, came into get my finger tattooed ended up with both arms sleeves and chest done. Over one year time had the pleasure of been getting tattooed by Zach. One of the most professional and level headed dude I know. He has tattooed most of my family as well with awesome results, highly recommend getting tattooed at Paia Tattoo Parlor. Check out there website paiatattoo.com. Always a fantastic time. read more

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Griffin M.

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My girlfriend and I were on a vacation and decided to get a tattoo but neither of us really had a "tattoo" and didn't know what to expect. We were sent to this shop as a recommendation from someone else so we thought it had to at least be good. We were looking at the books when we were greeted by Zach and he ran though everything with us and assured us we would be getting every detail we asked for, he made sure we booked toward the end of our trip so we would not be limited by the tattoo for the remainder of the trip. When the day came along we were anxious for our first tattoos but he eased our minds and kept a conversation going the entire tattoo and it made it not awkward in the least bit but also took our minds off of what he was doing. The vibe of the entire place was great with there being so much to look at and talk about and everything has a story, and it was a very nice setting to be in. He also offered some easing in since we were new at this but we declined, every single detail we expected in our tattoo we got and it looked even better than we thought I must say Zach set a high standard for tattoo artists back at home for me and I must say I definitely will be returning for another one on my next trip read more

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Kiana V.

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I have nothing but pure love for my tattoos done by Miranda! I saw her about a little over a year ago to get my first floral piece done by her and knew from that moment that I wanted more of her work on my body. Now a year later and she doesn't disappoint. She's very easy going and very personable. She listens to what you want and if you're indecisive about something she gives you information/reasoning behind it to help you make your decision. Always makes sure you're comfortable with what ever position you're in and has a light hand which makes the whole process even more comfortable . Will always come to see Miranda for all my floral pieces read more

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Julie E.

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4 years ago

Soooo I had a very kind friendly artist, but my tattoo's ink fell out after it healed and I have to have it touched up 6 months later already. I reached out to the artist and she said I have "tough" skin to tattoo on? Which is totally BS because I have multiple tattoos...the artist my fiance went to was amazing here, but wouldn't recommend this place for walk ins especially read more

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Jacqulene A.

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9 years ago

I was recommended to Jimbo Cole and Nate Rose by another artist Jason Phillips, FTW Tattoo in Oakland, CA. I wanted a souvenir and I'm so glad we made an appointment. The shop is beautiful and airy, lots of character. Nate and Jimbo were super friendly, Nate even came in on his day off to tattoo my fiancé. Jimbo tattooed my musubi. It's amazing! His idea for the verbiage was perfect. We talked about color and let him know to do what he thought was best. The placement, color and font are rad! I could not be happier! I highly recommend Jimbo to anyone visiting or any local on the island. Will definitely be back on our next visit to Maui! read more

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Sean M.

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Went to Paia Tattoo Parlor to see James, who I was told to ask for. It was my first tattoo and he was absolutely amazing. He is such a great artist and made the whole experience great. I highly recommend coming out to Maui to see him, you won't regret it. read more

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Heather F.

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Great experience, reasonable pricing and experienced artists! Walk-in on our last day in Maui and all 6 of us got tatted read more

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Kelli O.

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So accommodating, clean and friendly. From the gentlemen we spoke to on the phone who told us to drop by (we were walk ins) to the lady who helped check us in to our fantastic artist Tiana... This was a great tattoo shop. Anyone who is in Maui and looking for some really great creative work, i would highly recommend this place. read more

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Emmy H.

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My boyfriend and I walked in at the beginning if our vacation to get humpback whale tattoos. The owner, Justin, was really great. He listened to what we wanted and set me up with another tattoo artist and set my boyfriend up with him. We scheduled an appointment for our last day there quickly and he took our time and vacation into account when he was scheduling the time and day. I didn't know what I wanted exactly and he was patient and told me to email my artist any ideas that popped into my head during the week. I emailed my artist (sadie) some ideas later in the week and she really took my ideas into something way better than I could have ever imagined myself. The shop is really cool inside, kind if old school and very very clean. Tons of art on the walls and in albums to look through. My boyfriend and I had appointments at the same time and both Sadie and Justin worked quickly and beautifully. Sadie talked to me the whole time and didn't seem annoyed or impatient with my incessant questions about island life on Maui. My boyfriend reported Justin was the same way. The people who work here are genuine and awesome- really beautiful people who care about their customers. read more

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Khara O.

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The last day of my vacation I decided that I wanted to get a tattoo as my souvenir. Everyone I talked to suggested Paia tattoo. I didn't have an apt and just walked in at 10am when they opened. There was nobody there at first except the very nice guy at the front desk. Bad timing on my part. Some artists were sick. But he went above and beyond to call someone in for me so I could get my tattoo that day. Within an hour I was talking with Sadie and she was drawing me up my new tattoo! She took all my ideas and combined them into an amazing tattoo! She had a pretty light touch too! I got the top of my foot done and it was tolerable pain! I recommend this shop and this artist! Sadie rocks! She was very nice and friendly! read more

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This shops been open since 2009 & I can see why they're still open til this day !! Absolutely love this place !! I came in w a group of people and we sat on the chairs discussing what we were getting. They allowed us to figure it out w out rushing us or even kicking us out. We were sitting for a good hour before we decided. Once we figured out what we wanted, we spoke to 2 artists. One of them named Justin who was also my artist. I wanted lettering done on my wrist and gave him my idea in which he turned into a beautiful piece. He was so kind and very informative. It was my first official tattoo and he made the experience a very pleasant one. He talked stories w my siblings and I and it really took the idea off of the "pain." Honestly, he has a light but thorough touch to him. It didn't hurt, but felt like being scratched over again in the same spot. Which was very bearable. He was quick and very efficient as well. I was so impressed w the entire process. Since speaking to him of my design all the way through the tattooing session. The lettering done on my wrist is also $80 which is cheaper than hula girl tattoo (just so happens to be down the road from this place). Don't go there though, for literally a design the size of a small circle, it would cost $100 and that's just starting price. Wth. Definitely come here, you folks won't regret it. Also there is tons of space in the shop! Not cluttered either which makes me feel loose and free. I'm coming back for more even though I live on Oahu! Everyone knows me, when I love a place, I will forever be a loyal customer and I'll always refer customers to them. If you're in town and looking for reasonable prices w awesome customer service, stop by paia tattoo! You'll get your monies worth and they're totally great artists. read more

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Jen B.

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Came in with my fiancé to get some memorable tattoos just for us. Paia Tattoo Parlor aka PTP was super easy to get on the schedule and had a couple nice dudes working when we stopped by. We set a time with Zach and he busted our little tattoos out and did a fantastic job. Super nice guy and really easy to work with. Thanks PTP for making this a great memory for the end of our awesome trip. read more

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Alahna T.

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I was fortunate to get tattooed by Zach today. He did a cover up on my highly scarred, poorly done globe i got when I was 19. He was extremely thorough, kind, and it came out better than I hoped it would. Not only that, he quoted me at 200-300 but ended up spending way more time than anticipated (I think over double). But he was a man of his word and stuck to the original quote. I later found out he was one of the owners but doesn't like to say that (sorry if I blew your cover :) but like I said, humble & talented. Will absolutely be back again to see him! Also, while he was amazing, all the artists looked like they did amazing work. Go see them! read more

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Rebekah R.

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I am ever loyal to this tattoo shop, after moving to Maui a year ago with only 2 tattoos- now I have 6 from this shop alone. I've been tattooed by Miranda, Zach, Kala, and James! All fantastic and super skilled/talented artists! Very professional, insightful, and just over all the best artists I've worked with to create the most perfect tattoos! I send everyone who compliments my work to them! Thank you guys see you soon- prob tomorrow who knows :-) read more

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Derek D.

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Yesterday I went down and got my 5th tattoo. Every time I visit the Island of maui I always seem to leave with new inc. I found this shop because the guy who normally does my work is tattooing there now. Unfortunatly he was booked out which worked good for me because I got to have some work done by justin the owner. He is a toatolly rad dude who does solid work for a good rate. I went in with a vauge idea of what I wanted on my arm but it turned into a whole leg piece now. I will be going back in nov 2011 to finish up. If you are on the island of maui I highly recomend this shop you can't go wrong with any of the artist!! read more

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Sonia F.

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Miranda Rose is a wonderful artist who works out of this studio! Cannot recommend more highly!

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Samana B.

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James is the best my daughter. Her boyfriend and myself all got a tattoo that was meaningful and uniquely original design by James Cole ..I was a little apprehensive about the "pain" and found his healing hands and sincere concentration made it comfortable. Blessings James we forever wear your art...highly recommended read more

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Callan P.

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Just not what I was looking for, there are some talented artists here however. I recommend checking out the Tattoo shop down the street. peace be the journey read more

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Kelly J.

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I did a walk in at Paia Tattoo on the recommendation of a friend who now lives in Maui. Spoke to the front desk guy who was super friendly and chatted about what I wanted and who the best artist would be. We decided Tania, who I know has some negative reviews on Yelp which I can't understand. She was friendly, personable, and totally professional with my friend who was also getting a tattoo. The tattoo is lovely, and she had such a light hand I almost fell asleep. Pricing was appropriate as well. I will absolutely be coming back when I'm on maui again. read more

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Jodi K.

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Circle did 2 separate tattoos on me. I did not have an appointment & they fit me right in. I was very pleased with what he did, I would recommend him to anyone.. great work & great people. :) read more

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Monique C.

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While visiting my girlfriend in Maui we decided to get spontaneous tattoos and showed up right before closing time (with her two small children, a definite tattoo shop NO-NO)... Staff and artists were very nice and friendly. Got us in and out in no time and gave us exactly what we asked for, and some. And the shop is ran by a super cute married couple... Thanks again Paia Tattoo Parlor!! read more

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Mo R.

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Walked into this great shop on a whim. So glad we did! Big, open, clean shop! They squeezed us in with no appointment and Justin busted out some dope flash for me in an hour. Exactly what I was looking for. He's an amazing artist and super chill dude! My hubby got some flash too and we will be back for sure. Mahalos Justin and Paia Tattoo! read more

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Rachelle C.

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The artists are AMAZING. They got my husband and I in quickly and listened to our questions. I love this tattoo shop. He drew up what I was thinking and I love my art so much! read more

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George M.

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Just got my tattoo from Zach! Great guy. Tattoo is way cool. The best I have received from this parlor where I have gone for the last 10 years each year. They guarantee their work as well. Very happy! read more

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Annette S.

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James was able to change my foot tattoo. He was so kind and did an amazing job. He listened to my story of what I wanted and why, I will be back. He was truly the best, prices are great and shop is clean. Thank you James! read more

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Tamir L.

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10 years ago

I did a turtle tatto, tanya was the artist,she was very nice and got excectly what i wanted.. she is very talented. The studio is big and clean. read more

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Kekoa K.

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Best shop on Maui in my opinion. Clean, well priced and great work. Good collection of artists as well. I have been seeing Justin for a while now and he never disappoints, but between him and his regulars you can get just about anything done there (within reason of course). True professionals which can be hard to find in the industry.. I also appreciate that you can get a piece in true traditional styling, for which Justin is awesome. read more

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120 Hana Hwy
Paia, HI 96779
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(808) 579-8515
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Hours

What time does Paia Tattoo Parlor open?

Paia Tattoo Parlor opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Paia Tattoo Parlor close?

Paia Tattoo Parlor closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Paia Tattoo Parlor take credit cards?

No, Paia Tattoo Parlor does not take credit cards.

Services

Is Paia Tattoo Parlor by appointment only?

No, Paia Tattoo Parlor is not by appointment only.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Paia Tattoo Parlor have bike parking?

Yes, Paia Tattoo Parlor has bike parking.

Does Paia Tattoo Parlor have parking?

Yes, Paia Tattoo Parlor has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Paia Tattoo Parlor have free WiFi?

Yes, Paia Tattoo Parlor has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Paia Tattoo Parlor houses some of the most experienced artists on the island, and is a custom shop specializing in traditional, Japanese, Polynesian, black and grey, and photorealism. Whether seeking a small memento of your trip to Hawai'i or an entire bodysuit, we are committed to pairing you with the right tattooist to fulfill your needs.

History

Established in 2009.

Paia Tattoo Parlor is dedicated to upholding the highest standards in professional tattooing. Our spacious shop is located on the beautiful North Shore of Maui in Paia, a town known for both its burgeoning art scene and its laid back surfer/hippie vibe.

Meet the Business Owner: Paia Tattoo Parlor P.

Billy Crandall- Tattooer Lasha Crandall-Retail manager Justin Yates- Tattooer Leah Honma- Gallery manager Crew: Tania Arens- Tattooer taniaarens.com Circle- Tattooer Nancy- Tattooer Nate- Tattooer/ Machine builder naterosemachines.com

Review Highlights - Paia Tattoo Parlor

“James also comes highly recommended from a good friend who has had extensive work by him.”

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Hula Girl Tattoo

Super awesome staff and quick and efficient art gave me exactly what I asked for! Chill vibes insideread more

I was in Maui on vacation and wanted to get a tattoo in honor of my mother. After days of trying to…read moreget to them, I finally made it! I had a couple ideas in mind. After consulting with Romero we were able to create exactly what I wanted. It looks awesome! I even got emotional and cried like a baby. Mahalo Romero

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Fathom Deep Tattoo

Requested a new piece of jewelry for my nose piercing. They do not adjust the sizes for you, so if…read morethe item you purchase doesn't fit, you still get charged to try another one. The piercer was going to charge me to assist me in changing the nose ring. The place is clean and the staff was friendly.

From the moment we entered and inquired about availability to the end of my session, this…read moreestablishment had professional and kind employees. I was able to text my interest to David K and he replied right away. While having the ink done, he had a gentle touch, kept lively conversation and checked in on my comfort level. The cost was more than reasonable and I would definitely return if I desire more ink. I'm so grateful that I was able to get this same day service. As mentioned a nice clean establishment with friendly personnel I can't wait till the bandage is off and the picture is clearer Thanks for helping me honor my Father #Navy #RIP

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StrayCat Graphics & Tattoos

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3.7 mi

Love Sam! She was the artist on both my first and last tattoos and my hubby's as well. Love ya Sam!…read moreGlad to see you're still around!!!

From the owner: Custom tattoo designs for either my clients or artwork to take to another artist if needed due to…read moremy location on Maui. I have a pretty wide range of artistic styles and really like to tackle tattoo cover-up and repair. I also enjoy graphic design, primarily printable work like brochures, biz cards...

Custom Polynesian, much meaning tucked away in this design.

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Onespeed Tattoo and Aesthetic Studio

(5 reviews)

5.4 mi

The best tattoo artists on the island. Period! I booked three sessions with Eva. She is amazing!…read more She was thoroughly clean, patient, artistic, and compassionate about her work. She takes the time to do things right and really listens to what designs you have in mind. I like the fact that she is VERY detailed oriented and does the job right. Your tattoos are permanent and should create a memory. Eva always gets the job done right and is patient! I've already booked my next 8-10 hour session with Eva. I trust her 100% with my tattoos! Everyone here in the shop is friendly and professional. They create an amazing atmosphere. From tattoos to hair cuts to eyebrows - they all act professionally and as family! Eva is also found on IG as foreva.inked Five stars!

I have eva worked on my tattoo, she help me designing it. She is easy to work with and very detail…read moreoriented. The location is so easy to find and the shop is very clean. They are all nice there, they make you feel part of their big family. The shop has a good vibe while they do the tattooing. Love the selection of music too. Price is very reasonable, I highly recommend her and the rest of the crew.

Tattoos by Eva. She is amazing!

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Afterlife Ink

(4 reviews)

5.5 mi

Freehand koi skull and skull wave at Afterlife ink by Glen. Want a great tattoo from a very…read moretalented artist, give Glen a call , schedule an appointment and get your ink on.

My last day in Kahului I decided to be crazy and get a tattoo. I am beyond glad I found glen!! His…read morework was exactly what I was working for. I highly recommend glen. Aside from him being talented the guy is also funny, you will have a good time in his shop & I can't forget to mention that he has a lot of movies which made my experience even better!

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Island Status Boutique

Crystal did a great job. She was very efficient, friendly, and personable. She spent maybe a…read moretotal of 30 minutes for my wife and 2 daughters and was done before we knew it. The cost was $45 for a palm sized design. We would recommend her to anyone that wants to get a henna/jaguar tattoo done while on the island

Whenever I come to Maui I always try and support the local artist when getting a Henna Tattoo. So…read moreI looked it up on line and came across Crystal at KO Swim Hawaii at 1 (808) 740-3139. She responded right away and came to my hotel at the pool the very next morning. I noticed at the end of the day the henna was a little light and Crystal responded by coming the next morning and touched it up. I would highly recommend Crystal if your looking for henna tattoo or a new bikini she has custom ones for sale. It's wonderful to know that customer service on the island is for everyone.

A couple of Maui turtles.

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Sarah’s Henna Maui

(15 reviews)

20.1 mi

The shop opens at 10. Our appt wasn't until 1030 but because someone was late, they took our 1030…read moreappt. That person showed up and was next. Our 11 appt was early as she was done before our time. We got done 3 minutes before 11. Our girls were happy with their hennas. This place is inside the Westin next to the shaved ice shop. Parking is free for guests. Park and take a walk through valet, take a right, then left towards beach. She's in about the center. *putting down directions because our GPS sent us to the hotel rooms and we had to ask for directions from employees.

Sarah is an incredibly talented henna tattoo artist. She has such a calm, soothing presence and…read moremade the entire experience relaxing and enjoyable. Her work is beautiful! highly recommend :-)

Tattoo incorporating my business logo in a Maori-style design

Our teens wanted henna tattoos

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Kai Boy Tattoo

(1 review)

3.5 mi

Kai is a great tattoo artist and very friendly and professional! He's very easy to work with, from…read moreinquiry, to booking the appointment and the tattoo itself. Highly recommend !

From the owner: Capture a moment or memory with an enduring symbol, placed with care by our adept artisans.read more

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Isla James Salon

3.9

(15 reviews)

0.0 mi

Katie is wonderful. I had not had a professional haircut in 9 years and had been doing my best…read morecutting it myself. As a curly girl, I've had some haircut nightmares, so I came in pretty nervous. Katie was kind, understanding, patient, and confident. She is very knowledgeable, skilled, and talented. She asked great questions, really listened, and even cut my hair in steps to help me feel more comfortable throughout the process. I walked out with a gorgeous cut and will definitely be back again in about 4 months. Afterward, I went to Mana Foods, and the very first person who saw me said they had to come closer because they loved my hair so much. Seriously. Do yourself a favor and book with Katie. Five stars all the way.

On our last day in Maui, we had a few hours to explore before our flight out, and were looking for…read moresomething to do. We found this gem on Yelp after grabbing lunch nearby, and made our way around the staircase to the second floor, to see if they had time for a walk-in kid's cut (his inaugural one!). The vibe inside this place reminded me of how hair salons used to feel 20 years ago (at least on the mainland). Hair stylists chit chatting with another, joking, smiling, laughing. Hair salons used to feel so chill, personal and familial like that. These days everything feels very corporate and structured and it made me realize how much I miss that kind of feeling. Anyway, let's get back to the haircut! Somehow, we really lucked out. The stylist was just fantastic (sorry I forgot her name!). She was an absolute pro and made our little guy look like a very young Bradley Cooper (and, he did great too). He was super comfortable around her, and we are very sad she doesn't live closer. We would be back in a heartbeat!

Featuring AG hair care products

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Where the magic happens

Polished Hair & Nail Salon

(20 reviews)

3.7 mi

I have been going there for years for both hair and nails. Excellent in all aspects! There is…read morealways parking available. I would recommend Shelby or Cinnamon for hair and Kourtney or Geraldine for na

Loved my experience! Kelly Ann is an amazing stylist. She listened to what I wanted and shared…read morehelpful tips and tricks for my hair. My color covered my gray beautifully and my curls look amazing! Highly recommend!

OPI"Never Leavin' Blue" Nails by Kourtney

Kourtney is the best!

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TJ Nguyen Precious Spa

(9 reviews)

0.0 mi

Absolutely amazing! Did a walk in on mother's day! So relaxing! Truly one of the best pedicure I…read morehave EVER received. She listened and did a fantastic job! We will be back! Next time with an appointment!

Sweet humans made things right nice colors great location new fancy chairs lovely womenread more

(808) 214-5421 24 Luna Place, Unit A, B, C, 120 Hana Hwy, Paia, HI 96779

HAPPY HOURS ALERT‼ We're excited to bring you something special at TJ Nguyen Precious Spa - Paia!

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The Barber Shoppe

(3 reviews)

6.6 mi

Been going here for 34 years. Always great work and service. Better to call and book an appointment…read morebecause they fill up fast.

Fantastic shop! Very clean and nice shop! I asked for a skin fade with a number 8 on top and got…read morewhat I wanted. It was truly a skin shave!

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Inside the shop

Hairbenders of Paia

Was a walk in and seen a boy and then another man get haircuts before it was my turn was confident…read morethis lady working was competent especially for my simple needs a quick buzz cleanup on my undercut I didn't need attention to my long hair. When the cut began I was already concerned about with her lack of basic equipment as she only used a mini detailer clippers while in a disgusted manner, and a straight arm, keeping ample distance she continued to lackadaisically cut my hair while complaining about how she hates cutting men's hair and that she's an aesthetician and she thinks it's so simple and boring, and that she hates it ad nauseam. When she said I was done I checked the work and she still needed to line up about a half inch of short hair bordering my long hair she reluctantly sighed and finished total time was about an hour, she charged me 65$. she robbed me and reassured me that she had any respect for my time or my hair

I hate leaving bad reviews, but I got the worst haircut of my life from Gary. I asked for layers…read moreand gradual length increase from front to back, there were NO layers and the bangs at the front that were supposed to be gradual were all messed up, one part was too short, other too long, they were just chopped off in uneven layeres, looked like a haircut by a 5-year old child

He gave me these super awesome hair clips so groovy

HairBenders in Paia. Talented and friendly, what a great combination for a salon!

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Tammy H.

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7 years ago

Kava Is amazing! This was going to be my first tattoo I figured why not my first visit to Maui my 56th birthday I've wanted one for so many years just never got around to it. (Scared shitless) so my sister, myself and the Family were headed of to mama's fish house and my sis hit up one of the locals and was told this dude Nacho was the SHIT! After an early dinner we drove to Lahaina to check out the dirty monkey cause I love monkeys so I thought that was a perfect place to drink that night and of course my sister started asking around again and Nacho was highly recommended! So my story is we walk into Paia Tattoo Parlor the very next day and I'm being told he is booked for next two weeks WTF... easy out LOL anyway he squeezes me in and he's very professional and very sensitive to my feelings he explains what a tattoo is and what it means and how to take care of my skin during the healing process Needless to say I was very impressed and glad I did it and grateful it was done by Ignacio nacho Kava I had not one scab, it was dry and itched for a couple nights that's it and I love it. I thank you and my family thanks you!! Live your fullest life and I wish you happiness ‍ read more

Angela B.

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12 years ago

Excellent! I was going to visit Maui for a vacation with my boyfriend I wanted to have a tattoo while I was there. I had contacted many tattoo shops months prior to going and instantly loved the response and emails that were sent back and forth between Sadie and myself. This was not my first tattoo, but even knowing what to expect with tattooing I was probably one of the most indecisive clients she would ever have to deal with but she was patient and amazing with me. When I arrived on the island I went to visit the shop, all staff I had spoke with were great, When I spoke with Sadie (who still had my emails to refer back to with the ideas I was thinking) she was very friendly and took the time to see what I was thinking, was not rushed at all. I returned back to the shop my last day and with the details I was looking for she went in the back and returned with a drawing that was exactly what I wanted. It was an amazing experience and more than pleased with my tattoos. I had one done on my wrist and another on my side. I plan on returning to the island and will be going back to Sadie definately! Thank you so much Sadie for making my experience one to remember Angela read more

Heather K.

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13 years ago

I honestly believe that I picked the right place for my first tattoo. Paia Tattoo Parlor had such a great vibe from the moment I walked in (especially after coming from a not so happy vibe from another tattoo parlor down the street). The room was bright and Tony (the guy working the front counter) pretty much became a new friend. Even my friend that I brought in with me would agree. We loved him! He was very welcoming and helpful with setting up a consultation. I brought my design in on a Sunday and was able to get the tattoo done by Tuesday. Tania Arens was my tattoo artist. She was very sweet and friendly. She made sure that I was comfortable the entire time. After the first ten minutes, I began to feel lightheaded and needed to take a little break. She had no problem with it and offered me a chewable that restores energy quite quickly. After drinking some cold water and laying down for a few minutes, I was back to normal and was able to finish the tattoo without any more breaks. I am absolutely in love with the finished result and recommend this place to anyone looking for a great tattoo experience! read more

J. D.

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12 years ago

I just had an old parrot tattoo redone by Tania. It turned out so beautiful, better than I ever imagined it could be. I dont understand the negative reviews about her. I found her to be a wonderful artist and a very nice person. I didn't feel like she was rushed at all. I will definitely go back to her the next time I'm in Maui. The shop was very clean and professional. All of the staff were very helpful and took the time to answer any of the many questions that I had. I would highly recommend this shop. read more

Seth G.

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14 years ago

Very clean, incredible artist, professional, great place. Two thumbs up!

Rob M.

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13 years ago

Amazing artist....solid work..only place I go to for my tattoos!!

Jeff L.

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15 years ago

Just one of the best. Nuff said.

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