Iolani Palace is described as a haunted location, with reports from staff and visitors of paranormal activity, including unexplained noises, shadows, and feelings of a presence. Specific areas like the basement are considered highly haunted. Alleged hauntings are often attributed to the spirits of Hawaii's last royal family, and some reports include instances of doors opening on their own and ghostly apparitions. Visitors and staff have reported feeling uneasy, smelling strong tobacco, and witnessing shadows moving in the corners of their eyes. Strange noises, unexplained footsteps, and the sound of a grand piano playing late at night have been reported. Doors opening and closing on their own, and a feeling of being watched or touched are also common claims. Witnesses claim to have seen moving torch lights on the grounds at night, and even the portrait of Queen Emma appearing to "breathe" with twinkling eyes. The Basement: This is considered one of the most haunted spots in the palace, with reports of strange noises, shadows, and torch lights moving. Queen Liliuokalani's Room: Visitors have reported feeling jostled or shoved when in her room. Queen Emma's Room: Doors have been found open with the lights on after being turned off, and the grand piano has been heard playing on its own. The Royal Family: Many of the reported hauntings are linked to the spirits of the last dynasty, including King Kalakaua and Queen Lili?uokalani, who occupied the palace before the monarchy was overthrown.