One of the highlights of the hotels of Kerama Islands is that there are many called “Kerama Blue”, where you can see the beautiful sea. The Kerama Islands are made up of 20 large and small islands scattered about 40 km west of Naha City. Among them, Tokashiki Island, Zamami Island, Aka Island, and Geruma Island are tourist islands. We will introduce the features of the hotels of each island at this time.
Accommodation facilities Scattered in Three area on Tokashiki Island
Tokashiki Island is the largest island in the Kerama Islands. There are three main tourist areas: the Aharen district, Tokashiku, and Tokashiki. Accommodation facilities are scattered in each area, especially in the Aharen district in the southeastern part of the island. There are many types of lodgings, but there are some hotels that emphasize a private feeling, such as “Kerama Terrace” in the Aharen area, and some resort hotels near the beach like “Marine Village” in the Tokashiki area.
The price range varies depending on the type of accommodation and lodging, but for inns, it is about 5,000 to 8,000 yen per night with two meals, and for hotels, about 13,000 to 25,000 yen per night with two meals. (As of August 2019)
Spot information
- Spot name: Tokashiki Island (Tokashiki Port)
- Street address: 346 Tokashiki, Tokashiki Village, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa Prefecture 901-3501
- Access: Tomari Passenger Terminal “Tomarin” → [High Speed Boat] approx. 35 minutes → Tokashiki Port
- Wi-Fi: Available (Wi-Fi access point available in theTokashiki Port's passenger waiting area / Youth Travel Village Management Building)
- Language: English
- Credit cards: VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International (depending on facility)
The Resort-type Hotels on Zamami Island
Zamami Island is the northernmost island of the Kerama Islands. There is “Furuzamami Beach” which has been awarded 2 stars by Michelin Green Guide, and marine activities on the island beach and surrounding uninhabited islands are popular. There are many accommodation facilities around Zama Port on the south side of the island. There are many types of lodgings, and there are resort-type hotels such as “Kerama Beach Hotel”.
The price range is about 5,000 to 8,000 yen per night with two meals for a guest house, and about 10,000 to 20,000 yen per night with two meals for a hotel. (As of August 2019)
Spot information
- Spot name: Zamami Island (Zamami Port)
- Street address: Zamami, Zamami Village, Shimajiri District, Okinawa Prefecture 901-3401
- Access: Tomari Passenger Terminal “Tomarin” → [High Speed Ferry] 50 minutes → Zamami Port
- Wi-Fi: Available
- Language: English, French, Spanish
- Credit cards: VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International (depending on facility)
The Guest Houses of Aka Island
Aka Island is an island where the beautiful nature of the Kerama Islands stands out. There are plenty of places such as Nishibama beach and observation spots that are popular as snorkeling spots. Accommodation facilities gather around Aka Port on the south side of the island. Most lodgings are guest houses, but there are also resort hotels such as “HANAMURO Inter-islander's HOTEL” and resort-type pensions such as “Blue Suites HANAMURO”.
The price range is about 5,000 to 7,000 yen per night for two meals a guest house, and about 8,000 to 10,000 yen for a pension or hotel with bath and toilet. (As of August 2019)
Some accommodations offer services such as diving, and free shuttle service to the beach.
Spot information
- Spot name: Aka Island (Aka Port)
- Street address: 936 Aka, Zamami Village, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa Prefecture 903-1331
- Access: Tomari Passenger Terminal “Tomarin” → [High Speed Boat] approx. 50 minutes → Aka Port
- Wi-Fi: Available (Aka port terminal, depending on accommodation)
- Language: Japanese only
- Credit cards: VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International (depending on facility)
The Only Accommodation on Geruma Island: Marine Service Pension Geruma
Geruma Island is a small island connected to Aka Island by Aka Bridge. The only accommodation is “Marine Service Pension Geruma” which is located near Geruma Port on the south side of the island. The price ranges from 6,500 yen to 8,500 yen per night with two meals. (As of August 2019)
There is free shuttle service from Aka Port, so be sure to make reservations in advance.
Spot information
- Spot name: Geruma Island (Geruma Port)
- Street address ： Geruma, Zamami Village, Shimajiri-gun, Okinawa 901-3312
- Access: Tomari Passenger Terminal “Tomarin” → [High Speed Boat] 50 minutes → Aka Port… 35 minutes on foot
- Wi-Fi: Unavailable
- Language: Japanese only
- Credit cards: No credit cards accepted
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