South Okinawa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in South Okinawa

Okinawa featuring rainforest and a cascade

Naha City Centre

4/5(18 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.

Naha City Centre
Tsuboya Pottery Museum showing a small town or village and street scenes

Makishi

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.

Makishi
Default Image

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
Default Image

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 street scenes, a sunset and signage

Matsuo

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

Matsuo
Ishigaki featuring diving 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
Hewitt Resort Naha
Hewitt Resort Naha
3.5 out of 5
Asato 2-5-16, Naha, Okinawa Prefecture
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! (364 reviews)
"I’m coming back"

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 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 AU$119 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$119
30 June - 1 July
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)
"The spa was great and the location was perfect!"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
Nest Hotel Naha Nishi
Nest Hotel Naha Nishi
3 out of 5
1-20- Nishi, Naha, Okinawa
The price is AU$97 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$97
13 July - 14 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (330 reviews)
"Clean, modern hotel. Room was small but had everything you need. Convenience stores nearby and walking distance to public transportation. Short drive to airport."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Nest Hotel Naha Nishi
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (31 reviews)
"Property was very clean and accessible. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

Randor Residence Naha Okinawa
Condominio Makishi
Condominio Makishi
3 out of 5
3-9-22, Makishi, Naha, Okinawa
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Naha. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Tomari ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (161 reviews)
"Truly a lovely stay. Was near everything but tucked away enough to be quiet and peaceful. The room was clean and modern. The washer and dryer were the perfect touch. The worst part was having to pay to use any cooking wear. 1000 yen to use a frying pan??! Ridiculous! Maybe they told us that because ..."

Reviewed on 9 Nov. 2024

Condominio Makishi
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! (170 reviews)
"Good hotel"

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

B/C HOTEL NAHA Hotel with rental car
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Cities near South Okinawa