South Okinawa

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in South Okinawa

Okinawa showing rainforest and a cascade

Naha City Centre

4.5/5(302 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
Tsuboya Pottery Museum showing street scenes and a small town or village

Makishi

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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
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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
Okinawa ocean is always bright and clear. Locals say you can see 5 different shades of blue in the ocean on the best days! #LifeAtExpedia #beach

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, street scenes and a sunset

Matsuo

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

Matsuo
Ishigaki showing diving and coral

Izumizaki

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

Izumizaki
Hewitt Resort Naha
Hewitt Resort Naha
3.5 out of 5
Asato 2-5-16, Naha, Okinawa Prefecture
The price is ₩129,700 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
₩129,700
₩142,670 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (366 reviews)
"I’m coming back"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Hewitt Resort Naha
Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
1-5 Kume 2 Chome, Naha, Okinawa-ken
The price is ₩85,629 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
₩85,629
₩103,611 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,145 reviews)
"Thank you for a lovely visit. Our room was comfortable and spacious with a full sized bath. The onsen in the basement was also good. Would very much recommend."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha
4 out of 5
2-16-1 Makishi, Naha, Okinawa
The price is ₩190,752 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
₩190,752
₩209,827 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,360 reviews)
"Room and public areas are clean. Staffs are friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha
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Randor Residence Naha Okinawa
Randor Residence Naha Okinawa
3.5 out of 5
Wakasa 2-4-13, Naha, Okinawa
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and slippers. Popular attractions Tomari Port and Kokusai-dori Shopping Street ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (34 reviews)
"Property was very clean and accessible. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Randor Residence Naha Okinawa
B/C HOTEL NAHA Hotel with rental car
B/C HOTEL NAHA Hotel with rental car
3.5 out of 5
2-chome-11-11 Nishi, Naha, Okinawa
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly apartment in Naha. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (172 reviews)
"Good hotel"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

B/C HOTEL NAHA Hotel with rental car
Mr.KINJO inn in front of Children Medical Care Center
Mr.KINJO inn in front of Children Medical Care Center
3 out of 5
63-2 Arakawa, Haebarucho, Haebaru, Okinawa
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Haebaru. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
"It was ok. Bedding had stains felt un clean. Lack of amenities for cooking. Kitchenette was useless without pans, plates, and glasses and coffee cups."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Mr.KINJO inn in front of Children Medical Care Center
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Popular places to visit

International Street featuring nightlife, a city and street scenes

Kokusai-dori Shopping Street

4.5/5(139 reviews)

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

Kokusai-dori Shopping Street
Tomari Port

Tomari Port

4/5(55 reviews)

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
Shurijo Castle showing a castle, a river or creek and a garden

Shurijo Castle

4.5/5(139 reviews)

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

Shurijo Castle
Okinawa World showing heritage architecture and a square or plaza

Okinawa World

4.5/5(79 reviews)

Discover one of the most spectacular natural landscapes on Okinawa and get close to deadly snakes at this diverse theme park.

Okinawa World
Naminoue Beach

Naminoue Beach

4/5(12 reviews)

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
Okinawa which includes swimming and a beach as well as a large group of people

Toyosaki Chura Sun Beach

4/5(1 review)

Stroll along this wide arc of fine white sand, go swimming in the gentle waters and look out toward the aquamarine ocean waters at this pretty beach.

Toyosaki Chura Sun Beach

Cities near South Okinawa

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

Naha

Mihama American Village

Chatan

Okinawa World

Nanjo

Okinawa showing swimming, a sandy beach and a coastal town

Itoman