Hot Springs Hotels in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan

The service was absolutely amazing! Every staff member was incredibly enthusiastic and helpful, always ready to answer our questions and solve any issues we had. They were so warm and attentive! Plus, there was a lovely lady at the front desk who spoke Chinese, which made communication incredibly convenient. The Japanese-style breakfast was delicious! And the free all-day selection of various drinks and alcoholic beverages was a real lifesaver in the summer heat. The pool and hot springs were also fantastic, providing a comfortable and enjoyable experience for both kids and adults. Overall, it was a truly wonderful stay!

The hotel isn't far from the Blue Cave for snorkeling or AEON Mall Rycom, making it a great base if you're planning activities in central Okinawa. You can also stroll along Sunset Beach in American Village, and there are many unique shops in the area worth exploring at your leisure. The hotel itself is excellent; the rooms are quite spacious, and with a sofa bed for the kids, all three of us slept comfortably. The best surprise was having a washing machine, laundry detergent, and a balcony in the room – perfect for washing clothes and swimsuits right away. It would be even better if they could install a clothes drying rack on one corner of the balcony, haha. The front desk staff spoke excellent English, but their pace was really fast, which made it a bit hard for me to follow since my English isn't that strong.

The location is decent, a bit far from Onna Village itself, which makes it much quieter. Walking around here feels like Chiang Mai many years ago – laid-back, with very few commercial establishments, and peaceful. There aren't many restaurants on the street right outside the hotel (the Okinawan restaurant directly opposite isn't good! Don't go there). Remember to make reservations in advance; we couldn't get into any place during dinner time and ended up eating at FamilyMart 🫠. As for the hotel, being by the sea, it's probably a bit humid. The hallway had a slight musty smell, and the common areas were just okay, not particularly refined for a Hilton-level establishment. The breakfast offered a decent plant-based local yogurt; everything else was pretty standard. The kids' play area closes quite early, at 8:30 PM. It's great for very young children, but for a 2-year-old, it closes too soon, as it was already shut by the time we finished dinner and came back. The beach has quite a lot of coarse sand and pebbles. It's advisable to wear beach shoes, otherwise, it can be a bit rough on the feet. However, the 'jellyfish' sea is still beautiful. Being able to see the stunning sunset from the room made it all worthwhile. There aren't many activities for kids under 3. The glass-bottom boat tour to see fish wasn't expensive, but honestly, we didn't see anything. For a 2-year-old, it was just a boat ride.

The hotel's location isn't great. Apart from a large supermarket nearby, there's nothing else around, and it's also quite a distance from Kokusai Dori. The room itself was just okay. Housekeeping only came every two days, and they didn't even replace bath towels or provide bottled water. The front desk staff were unhelpful, and the check-in process was incredibly slow. When I called them, they couldn't understand English, so I had to go downstairs and use a translation app on my phone to communicate.

A major highlight of the hotel is its airport shuttle service. The minibus operates precisely on schedule. However, on my return trip after check-out, I just missed the bus by literally half a minute and had to wait another half an hour for the next one. The driver was very professional and always proactive in helping with luggage when getting on and off. My favorite part was the hotel breakfast; apart from sushi, the selection of seafood, milk, coffee, and delicate pastries were all superb. I also enjoyed the hotel's hot springs (onsen); a daily soak really helped melt away the fatigue. The toiletries provided at the onsen were also of good quality. The bar and the paid swimming pool on the 14th floor offer fantastic beach views, making them excellent spots for sunset watching. The hotel's surroundings are convenient, with supermarkets, convenience stores, and small restaurants nearby. Naminoue Shrine is right next door, and the beach is just a 10-minute walk away. The only downside is the inconvenient transportation. Getting to any attraction requires either taking a taxi or walking over 1.5 km to catch a bus or monorail. Despite the language barrier, using a translation app to communicate with the staff always yielded helpful and satisfactory responses.

The breakfast and dinner options were honestly fantastic. There were plenty of options that ranged from Italian to traditional Japanese. I really enjoyed the night we grilled at our table.

This is our first time to stay at a Japanese style hotel room with private onsen, which is a very special experience. The hotel is situated at the top of a hill in a very quiet surroundings. We were warmly greeted by reception staff, who also gives us recommendations for dinner in the neighborhood. As our bed is tatami style, we find it difficult to get up, but the onsen is so good. The breakfast buffet offers western and Japanese style food which are good and delicious. As our stay is short, we didn't go to the famous Apeman public spa in this hotel, we hope we can return some day to try it.

Bus TK02 stops right outside the hotel, making it super convenient to get to the airport, Kokusai-dori (International Street), the outlet mall, and iias Okinawa Toyosaki shopping mall. The kids weren't keen on the Japanese-style bento breakfast, but we could easily call to switch it to a Western-style one. The room's soundproofing is excellent; you can't hear regular airplane noise at all. We only occasionally heard fighter jets during the day. They provided a generous supply of amenities. For three guests, an extra bed was set up on the tatami space, and the twin beds could also be pushed together. After a dip in the onsen, my skin felt incredibly smooth and silky. Capping it off with a bottle of ice-cold milk was just heavenly and refreshing.

I had a wonderful stay at the Orion Hotel in Motobu during my trip to Okinawa. The hotel is in a fantastic location, just a short distance from popular attractions like the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and the beautiful Emerald Beach. The surrounding views of the ocean and lush greenery were breathtaking. The room was spacious, modern, and immaculately clean. I particularly loved the balcony, which offered a stunning view of the sea—perfect for relaxing after a long day of exploring. The bed was very comfortable, and the amenities provided made my stay even more convenient. The hotel staff were exceptionally kind and professional. They were always willing to assist, whether it was answering my questions about local attractions or ensuring my room was perfectly prepared. Their hospitality truly made the experience unforgettable. One highlight of my stay was the hotel’s breakfast buffet. The variety of local Okinawan dishes and international options was impressive, and everything was fresh and delicious. The outdoor pool and spa facilities were also excellent and added to the overall luxury of the experience. I highly recommend the Orion Hotel Motobu to anyone visiting this part of Okinawa. It’s perfect for families, couples, or solo travelers looking for a relaxing and high-quality stay. I look forward to returning in the future!

Neither trip.com nor the hotel informed us beforehand that there would not be cleaning included for the duration of our stay. We had to put our used towels, bathrobes and rubbish bins outside the room for them to change. It would have cost JPY 5000 for each cleaning. Should this be labelled an airbnb instead? Also, trip.com did not indicate that additional charges had to be paid again for a child until after booking (the selected room for 3 was already more expensive than the room for 2). Requests to trip.com customer service staff were abysmal and could not address the enquiry. Service was decent and most were friendly to the child. Breakfast was also decent although it was 2x japanese and 1x western (no choice). The view from the restaurant was amazing! Blue seas and floor to ceiling glass windows. Onsen and sauna were also serviceable. Good proximity to onna beach and aquarium compared to naha. Good overall except for the hidden charges (and no cleaning!) which spoilt the overall experience. Not sure if we would stay again, and we definitely won't be using trip.com in future.