Published date: September 14, 2025
Enjoying a Resort in Okinawa Without a Car!!
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Experience of the stay
My first stay at a Hoshino Resort hotel was at BEB5 Okinawa Seragaki.
This time, I traveled to Okinawa without a car.
I wanted to enjoy the beach and pool and feel resort-like without a car! It was a big deciding factor that I could take a limousine bus from Naha Bus Terminal directly to the hotel in about an hour without transfers.
Since I could travel without a car, it’s perfect for those who are anxious about driving or want a more relaxed trip.
The hotel features a friendly and spacious open communal area called "TAMARIBA," making for a comfortable stay that met my needs for a "just right resort."
The guest room was spacious, calm, and comfortable to stay in.
The amenities were very satisfying, offering a refrigerator, microwave, dishes, and a laundry dryer (detergent provided), along with a bathtub to relax the travel fatigue away.
Particularly, the laundry dryer was a great help, allowing me to wash and dry my swimsuit by morning.
During my stay, I could also use a free rental bicycle, which allowed me to enjoy nearby sightseeing and gourmet without a car.
There were towels available for beach and pool use, which was very convenient!! You could borrow towels at the front desk before heading to the beach. At the easily accessible Navi Beach, I swam in the clear sea and felt Okinawa's richness as I observed the beach transform into a more serene scene in the evening.
The hotel’s pool and sauna were also highlights!!
The pool provided a resort-like openness and tranquility, letting me relax leisurely. I enjoyed the different vibes of the pool both day and night, visiting it twice. It was a luxurious time to feel the winds and light of Okinawa.
For dining, there are restaurants and convenience stores within walking distance, and there’s a food truck in the evening, allowing you to savor delicious meals while feeling the night breeze.
By using BEB5 Okinawa Seragaki as a base, I was able to enjoy gourmet, beach, pool, and sightseeing in balance, leading to a highly flexible and fulfilling stay in Okinawa. Next time, I hope to stay longer!!
Experiences during the trip
At Navi Beach, which can be reached on foot from the hotel, there are plenty of activities available. However, if you get too relaxed during your stay at the hotel, be careful as activities end at 3:30 PM and you may not make it in time (laughs).
Nearby, there is a popular spot called Nakamura Soba. Even on weekdays, there was a line past 1 PM. However, since it was hot in the summer, there might be fewer patrons at the outdoor seats, so if you request outdoor seating, you might get in quickly. It is indeed hot, but there's a breeze, so it's not too uncomfortable.
If you dislike waiting, you might prefer to ask for outdoor seating.
After checking out of the hotel, we took a local bus to THE GARLIC SHRIMP OKINAWA for lunch. The restaurant has a lovely pink theme and is super cute.
From there, we walked to Okashi Goten in Onna Village. You can see many souvenirs here and even watch the process of making the purple sweet potato tart, which you can buy freshly made. Inside the shop, we enjoyed the snacks we bought while looking at the beautiful ocean from ocean-view seats.
We returned to Naha City via a local bus, but for those without a car using the bus, it might take a very long time, so be careful. It may have also been due to a sudden rain, but it took us almost three hours to get from Onna Village to Naha City.
Next time, I think it would be good to stay for consecutive nights and return to Naha City in the morning using a highway limousine bus that runs only once a day after check-out (laughs).