Central Okinawa

Travel Guide

Nirai Beach which includes a sandy beach
Nirai Beach which includes a sandy beach
Cape Manza which includes rocky coastline and a sunset
Nirai Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people
Ryukyu Mura

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Where to stay in Central Okinawa

Mihama American Village featuring night scenes and a city

Mihama

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Mihama, American Village and American Depot are top sights worth seeing.

Mihama
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Ishikawa

Though Ishikawa might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like PGM Golf Resort Okinawa and Tiger Beach.

Ishikawa
Goya bitter melon

Goya

Travelers like the shopping in Goya, and Okinawa Zoo & Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Goya
Zakimi Castle Park

Sobe

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Sobe. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Yomitan Cultural Center and Toguchi Beach, a few notable attractions nearby.

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Uechi

Uechi is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Okinawa area, you might plan a trip to Kadena Air Base or Koza Sports Park.

Uechi
Sunsets over the East China Sea are one of the best ways to spend an evening in okinawa.

Namihira

While there might not be top attractions in Namihira, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Murasaki Mura Ryukyu Kingdom Theme Park and Nirai Beach.

Namihira
Halekulani Okinawa

Halekulani Okinawa

5 out of 5
1967-1 Nakama Onna Okinawa Prefecture
The price is CA $386 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
CA $386
CA $425 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Onna. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,552 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Halekulani Okinawa
Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort

Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort

4.5 out of 5
1550-1 Fuchaku Onna Okinawa-ken
The price is CA $221 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
CA $221
CA $289 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Onna. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
Room was beautiful, views were spectacular.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Hotel Monterey Okinawa Spa & Resort
Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island Okinawa

Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island Okinawa

4.5 out of 5
1108 Serakaki Onnason Onna Okinawa
The price is CA $218 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
CA $218
CA $275 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Onna. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
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Aqua Palace Chatan by Coldio Premium

Aqua Palace Chatan by Coldio Premium

3 out of 5
Ihei 260-9 Chatan Okinawa
Stay at this apartment in Chatan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions American Village and Okinawa Arena are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (216 reviews)
The room was amazing! There are kid games to help pass time. The pool on the roof show a great view of Okinawa! The restaurant downstairs is great. American Village is in walking distance making the experience amazing.

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

Aqua Palace Chatan by Coldio Premium
Terrace Resort Mihama

Terrace Resort Mihama

2.5 out of 5
1-7-7, Chatan Chatan Okinawa
Stay at this aparthotel in Chatan. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions American Village and Aeon Mall Rycom ...
Terrace Resort Mihama
Comfort Plus

Comfort Plus

3 out of 5
95-1 Kuwae Chatan Okinawa
Stay at this apartment in Chatan. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (144 reviews)
Staff was great. No kitchen amenities like dish soap or towels. The clothes dryers kept erring for filters being dirty but they were clean.

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

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Popular places to visit

Mihama American Village

American Village

3/5(5 reviews)

This American-style mall offers a huge selection of shopping and entertainment options as well as one of the biggest amusement parks on Okinawa.

American Village
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Kadena Air Base

2/5(4 reviews)

After visiting Kadena Air Base, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kadena. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

Kadena Air Base
Okinawa which includes a hotel, a coastal town and general coastal views

Manza Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Manza Beach during your travels in Serakaki? Stroll along this family-friendly area's seaside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Manza Beach
Panorama of the underground lake in a cave of bright blue color.

Blue Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Blue Cave during your travels in Yamada. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Blue Cave
View of Yomitan Village, Cape Zanpa, Okinawa, Japan, with beautiful turquoise ocean

Cape Zanpa

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Cape Zanpa, a lovely green space in Yomitan. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

Cape Zanpa
Araha Beach

Araha Beach

Spend a relaxing day at the seaside on gorgeous Okinawa Beach, complete with a shipwreck playground, several picnic pavilions, a safe swimming zone and quiet walking trails.

Araha Beach

Cities near Central Okinawa

Busena Marine Park

Nago

Ryukyu Mura featuring heritage architecture

Onna

Nirai Beach which includes a coastal town and a hotel

Yomitan

Okinawa City which includes a coastal town, boating and heritage architecture

Okinawa

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