South Okinawa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in South Okinawa

Shiseibyō on Tensonbyo-chi in Naha, Okinawa prefecture, Japan.

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
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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 featuring 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
International Street which includes signage and art

Kumoji

Kumoji is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha City Museum of History, and you can get around town on the metro at Kenchomae Station.

Kumoji
International Street which includes signage and art

Matsuo

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

Matsuo
Easy diving off the coast of Okinawa

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 AU$143 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
AU$143
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Naha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naha Cruise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (482 reviews)
Of my 33 day trip, this was by far the best place I’ve stayed in Japan My single room was roomy. I loved the outdoor pool in January! The decor was spot on! I loved the happy hour . I felt very pampered. Fantastic

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

THE NEST NAHA
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha

JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha

4 out of 5
2-16-1 Makishi Naha Okinawa
The price is AU$212 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$212
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Naha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,422 reviews)
I really liked this hotel. Parking very easy and convenient, they use an elevator Parker which is a quick to drop off and pick up. Good size modern room and comfortable bed. Good size bathroom. Very short walk to Kokusai Dori and food, coffee, shopping. I tried the buffet breakfast twice and it was ...

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Naha
Hyatt Regency Naha, Okinawa

Hyatt Regency Naha, Okinawa

4.5 out of 5
3-6-20 Makishi Naha Okinawa-ken
The price is AU$234 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$234
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Stay at this luxury hotel in Naha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Everything perfect. Staff fantastic

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Hyatt Regency Naha, Okinawa
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 apartment in Naha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and slippers. Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and Naminoue Beach are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (84 reviews)
Everything was amazing. Beautiful hotel.

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

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 family-friendly apartment in Naha. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (245 reviews)
All good, however never any hot water

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

B/C HOTEL NAHA Hotel with rental car
Grand Suite Shintoshin

Grand Suite Shintoshin

3 out of 5
1-chome-3-33 Mekaru Naha Okinawa
Stay at this apartment in Naha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Kokusai-dori Shopping Street and DFS Galleria ...
9/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
Cannot fault. Has so many little details that made our stay very enjoyable. Japanese toilet. Soap provided. Washer/dryer. Rice cooker, electric stove, pots and pans, noodle bowls, chopsticks provided. Clean. Close to nearby restaurants, 24/7 groceries and pharmacy/drug store that closes at 12 am. ...

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Grand Suite Shintoshin
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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