South Okinawa

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in South Okinawa

Okinawa showing rainforest and a waterfall

Naha City Centre

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

The parks and historical 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.

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Tomari

The waterfront and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Tomari. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari Port are a few top places to visit.

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

Makishi

5/5(1 area review)

You might enjoy the shopping while in Makishi. Kokusai-dori Shopping Street is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Makishi Station or Miebashi Station to see more of the city.

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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 showing street scenes, signage and a city

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 scuba and colourful reefs

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 HK$707 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
HK$707
HK$777 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha ...
9/10 Wonderful! (45 reviews)
New hotel with equal pros and cons.
"New hotel so condition of establishment is generally pleasing and comfortable. Twin room is considerably of good size given Japanese standards. Was initially attracted by the fact that this hotel has a rooftop pool which is rare for a moderate chained hotel… However the pool is small, it gets packed ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

THE NEST NAHA
Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa

Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
1-5 Kume 2 Chome, Naha, Okinawa-ken
The price is HK$595 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
HK$595
HK$720 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
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! (2,176 reviews)
"Close to the Airport and downtown shopping. The downtown view was nice and the breakfast (although not included in the price) was good. Being next to the monorail was good and we rode it end-to-end. Fun shopping and good restaurants just a short walk from the hotel"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
Southern Beach Hotel & Resort OKINAWA

Southern Beach Hotel & Resort OKINAWA

4 out of 5
1-6-1 Nishizaki, Itoman, Okinawa
The price is HK$1,348 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
HK$1,348
HK$1,631 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Itoman. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,116 reviews)
"Nothing surrounded. Ventilation on the ceiling was full of dust. But facilities are good enough for families."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Southern Beach Hotel & Resort OKINAWA
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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 Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naminoue Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
"Property was very clean and accessible. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (189 reviews)
"Easy to check in and out, well kept, close to convenient stores and 5-7minute walk to monorail."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

B/C HOTEL NAHA Hotel with rental car
Hotel Airportview Naha

Hotel Airportview Naha

3.5 out of 5
3-39-1, Naha, okinawa
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Senaga ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
"The 12th floor is great for plane spotting! I did several streams from my room. I wish I had managed to book it for longer. I rate this location ahead of the Senagajima hotels for views."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Hotel Airportview Naha
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Popular places to visit

International Street featuring nightlife, night scenes and street scenes

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
Tomari Port

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
Shurijo Castle which includes a garden, a river or creek and heritage architecture

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
Okinawa World which includes a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Okinawa World

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

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

Naminoue Beach
Okinawa Prefectural Office

Okinawa Prefectural Office

After visiting Okinawa Prefectural Office, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Naha. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

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

Naha

Mihama American Village

Chatan

Photo by Jay Sheen

Ginowan

Okinawa World

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