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

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
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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 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.

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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 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
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha
4 out of 5
2-16-1 Makishi, Naha, Okinawa
The price is AU$216 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$216
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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! (1,356 reviews)
"Room and public areas are clean. Staffs are friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha
Laguna Garden Hotel
Laguna Garden Hotel
4 out of 5
4-1-1 Mashiki, Ginowan, Okinawa-ken
Fully refundable
The price is AU$169 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$169
15 July - 16 July
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Ginowan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly"

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

Laguna Garden Hotel
Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
1-5 Kume 2 Chome, Naha, Okinawa-ken
The price is AU$164 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$164
14 July - 15 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! (2,150 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 27 Jun. 2025

Okinawa NaHaNa Hotel & Spa
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (37 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (178 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
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! (90 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 28 Jun. 2025

Mr.KINJO inn in front of Children Medical Care Center
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.

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