South Okinawa

Travel Guide

Okinawa showing a beach and swimming as well as a large group of people
International Street featuring street scenes, nightlife and signage
Shurijo Castle showing heritage architecture as well as a large group of people
Sefa Utaki which includes general coastal views
Shurijo Castle which includes night scenes, heritage architecture and château or palace

Where to stay in South Okinawa

Shiseibyō on Tensonbyo-chi in Naha, Okinawa prefecture, Japan.

Naha City Centre

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

The parks and historic sites are just a few things visitors like about Naha City Centre. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Miebashi Station or Kenchomae Station to get around the larger area.

Naha City Centre
Naha, Okinawa, Japan Cityscape at Tomari Port

Tomari

Tomari is well-liked for its waterfront and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Tomari
Tsuboya Pottery Museum showing street scenes and a small town or village

Makishi

5/5(1 area review)

Makishi is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Makishi Station or Miebashi Station to explore sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street.

Makishi
International Street which includes signage and art

Kumoji

Kumoji is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Palette Kumoji, and you can get around town on the metro at Kenchomae Station.

Kumoji
International Street which includes signage and art

Matsuo

If you're spending some time in Matsuo, Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Makishi Public Market are top sights worth seeing.

Matsuo
Easy diving off the coast of Okinawa

Izumizaki

If you're spending some time in Izumizaki, Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Okinawa Prefectural Office are top sights worth seeing.

Izumizaki
THE NEST NAHA

THE NEST NAHA

3 out of 5
1-6-1 Naha Okinawa
The price is CA $106 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
CA $106
CA $117 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Stay at this hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha Cruise ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (588 reviews)
Our stay was wonderful at this hotel. The staff were very friendly and we love how spacious the lobby and the rooms are. A lot of daily care items such as brushes, toothbrushes, and cotton swabs and tips were provided in the room and we enjoyed the pool almost daily.

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

THE NEST NAHA
Hotel AQUA CITTA Naha

Hotel AQUA CITTA Naha

4 out of 5
Maejima 3-2-20 Naha
The price is CA $88 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
CA $88
CA $98 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
We didn’t get to use the pool because in the evenings it’s reserved for over 18s which makes it sound like a weird swingers after hours party pool to be honest and my 14 was really annoyed. The room was absolutely minute, so small, we really struggled between the three of us moving around in there. ...

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Hotel AQUA CITTA Naha
Hyatt Regency Naha, Okinawa

Hyatt Regency Naha, Okinawa

4.5 out of 5
3-6-20 Makishi Naha Okinawa-ken
The price is CA $186 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
CA $186
CA $225 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Great staff and parking and very close to everything. Has a Laundry room. Very convenient. We stayed here twice and loved it

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Hyatt Regency Naha, Okinawa
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B/C HOTEL NAHA Hotel with rental car

B/C HOTEL NAHA Hotel with rental car

4 out of 5
2-chome-11-11 Nishi Naha Okinawa
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Naha. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (261 reviews)
The hotel room is small, but comfortable. The range of items they have for the guests to borrow(it says “rent” but there’s no charge) is amazing, there is on site free laundry facilities and its on a quiet street that’s a short(800-1000 yen) uber to downtown.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

B/C HOTEL NAHA Hotel with rental car
Grand Suite Shintoshin

Grand Suite Shintoshin

3 out of 5
1-chome-3-33 Mekaru Naha Okinawa
Stay at this apartment in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions DFS Galleria Okinawa and Kokusai-dori Shopping ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (52 reviews)
Cannot fault. Has so many little details that made our stay very enjoyable. Japanese toilet. Soap provided. Washer/dryer. Rice cooker, electric stove, pots and pans, noodle bowls, chopsticks provided. Clean. Close to nearby restaurants, 24/7 groceries and pharmacy/drug store that closes at 12 am. ...

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Grand Suite Shintoshin
New Normal Condo in KENCHOMINAMIGUCHI

New Normal Condo in KENCHOMINAMIGUCHI

3 out of 5
2-10-6 Izumisaki Naha okinawa
Stay at this apartment in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha Cruise Terminal ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (19 reviews)
The room suited me as I was the only one in it.I kept it clean by myself and could come and go when ever I pleased.

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

New Normal Condo in KENCHOMINAMIGUCHI
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Popular places to visit

International Street featuring nightlife, night scenes and a city

Kokusai-dori Shopping Street

Naha’s lively main street is home to an array of superb restaurants, souvenir shops and galleries selling fine glassware.

Kokusai-dori Shopping Street
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Tomari Port

Explore the waterfront in Naha with a trip to Tomari Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Tomari Port
naturally okinawa beach near the tropical coast on Senaga Island

Senaga Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Senaga Island during your travels in Tomigusuku. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this quaint area.

Senaga Island
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Naminoue Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Naminoue Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Naha. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.

Naminoue Beach
Shurijo Castle showing a park, château or palace and a bridge

Shurijo Castle

Take a tour of this lavishly decorated hilltop castle that was home to powerful Japanese kings for more than 400 years.

Shurijo Castle
Close-up on the stone dragon head of the pillars that greet cruise ship visitors close to the Naha Port Cruise Terminal dock, symbol of sister cities Naha and Fuzhou in China.

Naha Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Naha with a trip to Naha Cruise Terminal. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.

Naha Cruise Terminal

Cities near South Okinawa

Okinawa showing a beach and swimming as well as a large group of people

Naha

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Okinawa showing a sandy beach, a coastal town and swimming

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