We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Okinawa, Japan. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated February 2024.
Situated along the coastline, Oriental Hills Okinawa offers spacious suites with a private pool. Delicacies are prepared using fresh local ingredients at the on-site restaurants. The property also offers free WiFi access. Elegantly decorated, all rooms at Oriental Hills Okinawa feature highly graded amenities including sleepwear, towels and toiletries. The bathroom comes with a hot tub, slippers and a hairdryer. You can prepare your coffee with the in-room coffee machine while enjoying the views. Services offered by the property include concierge and private check-in/out. The spa and sauna facilities are available for use at an extra charge while free use of the fitness centre is also available. For breakfast, guests have the choice of either a Japanese or Western-style meal. Drinks can be enjoyed at the bar. Manza Beach is 1.8 km from Oriental Hills Okinawa, while Moon Beach is 10 km away. The Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, famous for its floor-to-ceiling fish tank and Naha Airport can both be reached with a 60-minute drive.Show full description
Opened September 2022. Located in Nakijin, 1.3 km from Teenu Beach, One Suite THE GRAND provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.6 km from Tokei Beach. At the hotel each room is equipped with air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a terrace with a sea view. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. An Asian breakfast is available daily at One Suite THE GRAND. Peace Beach is 1.7 km from the accommodation, while Nakijin Gusuku Castle is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Naha Airport, 89 km from One Suite THE GRAND.Show full description
Elegant. Stylish. Superb breakfast. Offering a spa centre and a private beach area, The Terrace Club Wellness Resort at Busena is situated in Nago. The hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool, sun terrace, gift shop and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Certain rooms feature a seating area for your convenience. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a bath and bidet, with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries provided. Terrace Club features free WiFi . A flat-screen TV and DVD player are featured. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Busena Marine Park is 600 metres from The Terrace Club Wellness Resort at Busena, while Bankoku Shinryokan is 700 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Naha Airport, 47 km from the property.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a highly rated breakfast and outstanding views.
Hip. Creative. Friendly staff. Facing the beachfront, Halekulani Okinawa offers 5-star accommodation in Onna and has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. The hotel features an indoor pool, evening entertainment and a concierge service. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a coffee machine, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel rooms include bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near Halekulani Okinawa include Inbu Beach, Kibougaoka Beach and Kariyushi Beach. The nearest airport is Naha Airport, 59 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This is one of the coolest and most CREATIVE luxury hotels in Okinawa. It also has amazing staff.
Cosy rooms. Located in Ginoza, 1.2 km from Hippie Beach, THE HIRAMATSU HOTELS & RESORTS GINOZA OKINAWA provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can use the hot tub, or enjoy sea views. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. THE HIRAMATSU HOTELS & RESORTS GINOZA OKINAWA offers certain rooms with pool views, and all rooms are fitted with a balcony. At the accommodation every room comes with bed linen and towels. Ginoza Beach is 2.5 km from THE HIRAMATSU HOTELS & RESORTS GINOZA OKINAWA, while Onna-son Community Center is 20 km away. The nearest airport is Naha Airport, 61 km from the hotel.Show full description
Opened October 2020. Situated in Onna and with Moon Beach reachable within 1 km, Hiyori Ocean Resort Okinawa features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property has a year-round outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness centre and terrace. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Hiyori Ocean Resort Okinawa provides some rooms that have a balcony, and each room is equipped with a kettle. At the accommodation the rooms include bed linen and towels. Guests at Hiyori Ocean Resort Okinawa can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The hotel offers a sauna. Nakadomari Beach is 1.3 km from Hiyori Ocean Resort Okinawa, while Fuchaku Beach is 1.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Naha Airport, 37 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Great location. Good breakfast.Opened March 2021. Located in Chatan, 1.2 km from Araha Beach, MBギャラリーチャタン by ザ テラスホテルズ provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Featuring a bar, air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and room service for guests. At the hotel, each room comes with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at MBギャラリーチャタン by ザ テラスホテルズ can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Mihama American Village is 200 metres from the accommodation, while Camp Foster is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Naha Airport, 17 km from MBギャラリーチャタン by ザ テラスホテルズ.Show full description
Highly elegant. Very stylish. Comfortable beds. Located right on the beach and on a cape surrounded by mountains, Hyakunagaran features spacious modern accommodation with wired internet access and ocean views. The adult-only hotel features long outdoor hallways with traditional wooden decor, a garden with tropical plants and an open-air cave with a 7-metre stone Buddha statue. Guests can reserve one of the free-use 6 Houjo-an private cottages, which feature an outdoor bath facing the beach. Naha Airport is a 35-minute drive away. The air-conditioned rooms feature a living room with a flat-screen TV, a minibar and a seating area with sofa. Guests can lounge on the private terrace with tables and chairs, and unique casual robes are provided for use on the beach and around the hotel. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. Massages and spa services can be requested at the private cottage and guests can sunbathe on its terrace. You can enjoy reading at the library or gaze at artworks at the gallery as well. Concierge service, photocopying and luggage storage are provided at the front desk. Guests have a 220 degree view of the ocean where Kudaka Island and Ojima Island can be seen, along with a beautiful sunset and sunrise. Guests can enjoy Japanese and Okinawan seasonal course meals prepared with local ingredients. Hyakunagaran Inn is a 3-minute walk from Mebaru Beach and a 10-minute drive from Ryukyu Golf Course. The Tamagusuku Castle Ruins are a 10-minute drive away.Show full description
This is likely one of the most STYLISH boutique hotels in Okinawa.
Set in Naha, 1.2 km from Naminoue Beach, Okinawa EXES Naha offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 700 metres from the city centre and 4.9 km from Tamaudun Mausoleum. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Okinawa EXES Naha all rooms come with bed linen and towels. Nakagusuku Castle is 20 km from the accommodation, while Sefa Utaki is 22 km away. The nearest airport is Naha Airport, 4 km from Okinawa EXES Naha.Show full description
Super central. Cool. Great location. In a prime location in the centre of Naha, Hotel Collective offers air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a restaurant. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation provides a kids' club, room service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, every room has a wardrobe. The units in Hotel Collective are equipped with a TV and a hairdryer. An American breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation. With staff speaking English, Japanese and Chinese, around-the-clock information is available at the reception. Naminoue Beach is 1.8 km from Hotel Collective, while Tamaudun Mausoleum is 3.5 km away. The nearest airport is Naha Airport, 5 km from the hotel.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most CENTRAL luxury hotels in Okinawa. It also has a central location and a great location.
Opened August 2021. Situated in Miyako Island, 2.3 km from Irabu Bridge, Blue Ocean Hotel&Resort MIYAKOJIMA features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is located 10 km from Toriike Pond, 16 km from Kurima Bridge and 22 km from Cape Nishi Hennazaki. The accommodation provides a concierge service and free WiFi throughout the property. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. The rooms are fitted with a kettle, while some rooms also boast a balcony and others also feature sea views. All rooms have a wardrobe. Ikema Bridge is 22 km from Blue Ocean Hotel&Resort MIYAKOJIMA, while Miyakojima Sea Treasure Museum is 26 km from the property. The nearest airport is Shimojishima Airport, 7 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Opened November 2021. Situated a few steps from Mibaru Beach, ビーチサイドペンションみーばる offers 5-star accommodation in Nanjo and has a garden. It is set 600 metres from Hyakuna Beach and offers bicycle parking. The aparthotel features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. All units in the aparthotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. Sefa Utaki is 7.2 km from the aparthotel, while Tamaudun Mausoleum is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Naha Airport, 20 km from ビーチサイドペンションみーばる.Show full description
Opened January 2022. Situated in Ginowan, 600 metres from Tropical Beach, Okinawa Prince Hotel Ocean View Ginowan features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a spa centre. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel rooms include air conditioning, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a balcony with a sea view. The rooms have a shared bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at Okinawa Prince Hotel Ocean View Ginowan can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The accommodation offers a children's playground. Tamaudun Mausoleum is 9.3 km from Okinawa Prince Hotel Ocean View Ginowan, while Nakagusuku Castle is 9.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Naha Airport, 13 km from the hotel.Show full description
Creative. Cosy rooms. Very clean. Situated in Ishigaki Island, 7.5 km from Yaeyama Museum, Ishigaki Resort Hotel features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Boasting free shuttle service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. Guests can have a drink at the bar. All rooms in the resort are fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Ishigaki Resort Hotel offers some units with sea views, and each room includes a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms have bed linen and towels. Ishigaki Resort Hotel offers a barbecue. You can play table tennis and tennis at the resort. Ishigaki Resort Hotel provides a laundry service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Tamatorizaki Observation Point is 21 km from the accommodation, while Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave is 7.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is New Ishigaki Airport, 8 km from Ishigaki Resort Hotel.Show full description
Opened May 2023. Set in Naha, 1.6 km from Naminoue Beach, Southwest Grand Hotel offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a bar. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Certain rooms here will provide you with a kitchenette with an oven. At Southwest Grand Hotel every room has bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Italian, Japanese and Steakhouse cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Tamaudun Mausoleum is 4.3 km from Southwest Grand Hotel, while Nakagusuku Castle is 19 km away. The nearest airport is Naha Airport, 5 km from the hotel.Show full description
Creative. Elegant. Friendly staff. Located right in front of Kise Country Club, the Ritz-Carlton, Okinawa features luxurious rooms with picturesque views of the surrounding forests and nearby beaches. Guests can enjoy soothing facial treatments and massages at the Ritz-Carlton Spa by ESPA or relax by the indoor/outdoor swimming pools. Free Wi-Fi is available at the entire property. The spacious rooms feature a private balcony and an indoor bathtub overlooking the beach. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, a Nespresso machine and an iPod with a docking station. Guests can enjoy drinks from the minibar and wear the hotel’s original bathrobes. The en suite bathroom comes with rain showers and double sinks. Local artworks and potteries can be purchased at the boutique and the fitness centre is open 24/7. The concierge offers personal assistance and the 24-hour front desk provides currency exchange, dry cleaning and laundry services. Room service is available. Chura Nuhji serves Italian dishes featuring local ingredients, while grilled Teppanyaki meals are offered at Kise restaurant. Light meals and refreshments are served at the poolside Library and the hotel’s bar. The Ritz-Carlton, Okinawa is a 5-minute drive from Kise Beach and a 50-minute drive from Churaumi Aquarium. The Airport Liner shuttle bus is available from Naha Airport, which is a 1-hour drive away.Show full description
Cool. Great breakfast. Great location. Open from July 2014, オリオンホテルモトブリゾート&スパ is situated a 7-minute walk to Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, surrounded by tropical trees and flowers. The hotel boasts indoor and outdoor swimming pools, spa facilities and large public baths. Emerald Beach is right in front of the property. Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Fitted with a seating area with large sofas, each spacious guestroom comes with wide windows that offer plenty of sunshine and a breathtaking ocean view. The en suite bathroom has a bath tub, a hairdryer and free toiletries. While staying at Motobu Orion Hotel, guests can unwind at the hot spring bathing area, enjoy rejuvenating massages or sing their favourite tunes at the karaoke facilities. The hotel’s front desk is open 24 hours and concierge services and tour desk are available. Guests can take part in activities including canoeing, fishing and snorkelling at an additional cost. There are a number of speciality restaurants on site, including restaurants serving tempura, sushi, Chinese and Western cuisine. There is also a pub restaurant offering local Okinawan cuisine. From Naha Airport, Hotel Orion is a 100-minute drive or 150-minute bus ride on the Yanbaru Express Bus. Kouri Island is a 30-minute drive away.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Great views. Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and sun terrace, The Atta Terrace Club Towers is located in Onna, 3.6 km from Manza Beach. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is featured and private parking is available on site. Some rooms feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. All rooms include a private bathroom equipped with a bath. Extras include bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and DVD player is provided. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Moon Beach is 11 km from Atta Terrace, while Maeda Cape is 14 km from the property. Naha Airport is 41 km away.Show full description
On just a 5-minute walk from Kariyushi Beach, Spa Resort Exes offers luxury accommodation with ocean views. The resort boasts spa pampering, delicious dining and energetic water sports. This hotel was selected as one of Top 25 Hotels in Japan by TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Award 2013. The spacious rooms and suites at Exes feature a balcony and a dressing room. They come with a plasma TV, a bar and free internet access. Guests can lounge at the outdoor pool, work a sweat in the gym or go para-sailing. The resort offers a convenience store, coin laundry facilities and concierge service. Restaurant Ten, meaning Heaven, caters dishes from international cuisines. It specialises in organic French-style slow food and Japanese grill-plate courses. Spa Resort Exes is located on a 20-minute drive from Nago City, and a 30-minute drive from Pineapple Park.Show full description
Trendy. Stylish. Very clean. Kafuu Resort Fuchaku Condo Hotel offers luxurious rooms with a balcony and ocean views. It features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and 3 restaurants. Free Wi-Fi, concierge services and ticketing service are available. A souvenir shop and free parking are on-site. All rooms feature a living area with a sofa, an outdoor seating area and a kitchenette. They’re furnished with a sofa, an LCD TV and nightwear, while en suite bathrooms come with toiletries. Condominium-type rooms offer a cooking stove, coffee machine and laundry facilities. Guests at the Fuchaku Condo Hotel Kafuu Resort can work out at the gym, relax with a massage or enjoy some quiet time at the library. Nearby, they can find activities like snorkelling, diving and horse riding. The 24-hour internet corner is free of charge. Japanese-Western fusion dishes can be sampled at restaurant Muku, while The Orange serves Italian cuisine. A range of drinks can be enjoyed at the Café And Bar. Resort Kafuu is a 20-minute drive from Ryukyu Mura, while Churami Aquarium can be visited a 1-hour drive away. Naha Airport is a 50-minute drive.Show full description
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