Located in the heart of Naha City, near Kokusai Street, the Naha Central Hotel is popular with both tourists and locals alike, thanks to its rare hot springs in Okinawa.
In June 2016, the new main tower opened, and the hotel was reborn as "COMMUNITY & SPA Naha Central Hotel."
You're probably curious about what the hotel looks like now that everything, from the guest rooms to the restaurants, has been completely renovated, right?
This time, I actually stayed there and will report on my experience!
We've also compiled a list of nearby tourist attractions, so please use it as a reference for how to spend your time in Naha!
<Table of Contents>
1. Naha Central Hotel has been reborn!
2. We actually stayed there! ~Partial Hollywood Twin Room Edition~
2-1. Room details and facilities
2-2. Amenities
2-3. Breakfast | Chimudon Café "Kinushicha~"
2-4. Front Desk & Shop
Special Episode ~ Natural Hot Spring "Rikkarikka Yu" ~
3. Hotel Basic Information & Access
3-1. Basic information
3-2. Access
4. Map of surrounding tourist attractions
4-1. Kokusai Street
4-2. Makishi Public Market
5. A brief comment from the author
1. COMMUNITY & SPA Naha Central Hotel has been reborn!
First, let me briefly explain how the Naha Central Hotel has changed!
1-1. The name and logo have changed!
This hotel was built in 1974.
With this renewal, the name has changed as follows!
Hotel name: COMMUNITY & SPA Naha Central Hotel
Building name: New building ⇒ MAIN TOWER
Existing building ⇒ EAST TOWER
Hot spring building ⇒ SPA ANNEX
Additionally, the logo has been redesigned, incorporating motifs of the letter "C," the Okinawan concept of "Ketsu" (結), and the Ryukyu colors.
1-3. The birth of the new guest rooms!
Six different room types and 94 rooms in total are now available!
From twin rooms to suites, we offer a wide variety of rooms to suit your needs.
With its modern and tranquil atmosphere, it's the perfect place to unwind after a long day of sightseeing.
The Comfort type rooms come with a kitchen, making them perfect for long-term stays!
One of its most distinctive features is the availability of a "suite room," which is quite rare in Naha City.
1-4. Launch of a new service!
In addition to the guest rooms, the facilities have been further enhanced with the addition of a new cafe, laundry facilities, and a milking room!
This time, we'll introduce some of them!
■ Chimudon Café "Kinushicha~"
A newly opened cafe located on the first floor of the Main Tower.
Based on the theme of "local production for local consumption," they sell light meals made with locally sourced ingredients, such as yogurt and gelato made with goat's milk.
For breakfast, you can enjoy the "Chura Kajiri Buffet," where you can savor Okinawan ingredients to your heart's content.
The concept is to create a cozy atmosphere like a coffee shop, making you want to stay for a long time.
I'll give you a more detailed look at breakfast later!
smoking area
If you step outside from "Kiinu Shicha~" which I just introduced, you'll see a lovely garden.
If you exit the door and turn left, you will find a smoking area.
(In the guest room)All rooms are non-smokingSo please be careful!
■ Laundry
You can use the coin laundry after getting a key from the front desk.
Therefore, it seems that it's very rare for them to be left lying around.
It's great that there are five washing machines and five dryers – that's a generous number!
【basic information】
Opening hours: Available 24 hours
Usage fee: 500 yen for up to 90 minutes (500 yen for every additional 60 minutes thereafter)
■ Milking room
If you go further into "Kiinu Shicha," you'll find a milking room with a natural atmosphere.
The spacious area makes it easy for moms to work too!
Since there are two, the waiting time will be shortened.
On the wall were cute animal-shaped clocks.
A machine for washing baby bottles, and even a makeshift sink!
Being able to prepare the milk and handle all the other tasks in one place is incredibly convenient.
2. We actually stayed there! ~Partial Hollywood Twin Room Edition~
The room I stayed in this time was a "Partial Hollywood Twin" type room.
I've put together a summary of what the actual rooms look like and how to make the most of your stay at the hotel.
2-1. Room details and facilities
From the lobby, take the elevator up to the 5th floor and head to your room.
The main tower, newly constructed in June, exudes a modern atmosphere!
As soon as I entered the room, I spotted a hanger.
Apparently, this is a method to make a space appear larger.
It's nice that there are six of them, which is a bit more than usual!
Next, we'll introduce a twin-bedded room that can accommodate up to four people.
Simmons mattresses are soft and comfortable – perfect for sleeping!
Having such a large space all to myself is such a luxury...
This unit is equipped with a reading light, charger, alarm, and other features.
It's convenient that the charger and bed are located close together!
The reading lamp has a stylish design, too.
The small desk is next to the bed.
I used it as a place to put my belongings, but you can also use it when you want to do a little work.
The washbasin is over here.
Despite its compact design, there's ample space to place pouches and other items.
There's also space underneath to hang towels, making it incredibly practical!
This is the restroom.
This is the latest model with a bidet function.
It was very clean and comfortable to use!
Next, let me introduce the shower room.
Having a separate changing room before the shower room is a big plus.
It was spacious, so even when I spread out my belongings, it didn't feel cramped.
This is what it looks like inside!
Personally, I really liked that I could place things on top of the shampoo basin.
Believe it or not, COMMUNITY&SPA Naha Central Hotel has rain showers in its rooms!
*Comfort type rooms are excluded.
Rain showers are said to have a relaxing effect.
I actually tried it, and the moderate water pressure felt great; even a shower completely relieved my fatigue!
*This room does not have a bathtub.
2-2. Amenities
After showing you around the room, let me introduce the amenities!
The amenities provided on the bathroom counter are as follows:
・Cotton swab
·brush
・Shaving
·toothbrush
・Body towel
Since all the basic necessities are provided, you don't need to bring any extra luggage.
These shampoos, conditioners, and body washes are all from the famous brand 'MIKIMOTO'.
When you use it, a subtle floral scent wafts through the air.
This was my first time using MIKIMOTO shampoo, but my hair was still silky smooth the day after I used it!
Despite the rain and high humidity outside, my hair remained moisturized.
2-3. Breakfast | Chimudon Café "Kinushicha~"
I had it at the restaurant "Kinushicha" located in this new building!
Breakfast is a Western-style buffet featuring plenty of ingredients from Okinawa Prefecture.
Apparently, it's especially popular with women because you can enjoy delicious vegetables and fruits there.
When you show this breakfast voucher at the entrance, a staff member will immediately guide you to an available seat.
(You can choose between counter seating or table seating.)
In addition to this, there are other breakfast venues.
There is also Naha Umai-dokoro "Kunenbo-tei" (EAST TOWER, Japanese and Western buffet), and you can choose either one.
The author was staying in the new building, and also wanted to try the stylish breakfast!
This time, I chose the Western-style buffet.
Breakfast is a buffet style, where you can choose whatever you like.
The natural wood-grain look is great!
The first thing I saw was scrambled eggs and bacon.
The runny eggs and thick slices of bacon...it looks delicious just from the appearance.
This bacon is apparently especially popular for breakfast.
Made with pork from Okinawa Prefecture, you can enjoy the delicious flavor of the meat.
*Apparently, sausages and bacon will be featured on a day trip, alternating between the two.
Next up is egg salad and special chicken.
The egg salad looked so cute! (And it tasted delicious too!)
Chicken tastes even better when eaten with vegetables.
A wide variety of fresh vegetables from Okinawa Prefecture are lined up.
The "sticky barley" next to it looks like it would be delicious in soup!
It's wonderful to be able to eat fresh vegetables first thing in the morning.
The selection includes sliced bread, croissants, rolls, focaccia, and more.
I thought the bite-sized portions made them "easy to eat" from a woman's perspective.
The jams come in three varieties: "Tankan orange," "Shikuwasa citrus," and "Pineapple."
The colors are so vibrant, and the packaging is very Okinawan, isn't it!
"I wonder what they taste like..." I thought, and decided to try all the varieties.
Today's soup is a hearty minestrone.
Bacon, carrots, green peas, and more – this dish is packed with nutrients!
This is what it looks like inside. The colors are really beautiful, aren't they?
For breakfast, you can also enjoy the goat yogurt that's usually sold at the cafe!
(I actually tried it, and it had absolutely no goaty smell; it was creamy and delicious. The shikwasa flavor paired perfectly with it. It's very Okinawan and I highly recommend it!)
In addition to yogurt, there are also fruits that are perfect for after a meal.
On this day, we had watermelon and pineapple.
The drink corner features orange juice, milk, and even iced coffee.
I personally love that the coffee creamer spout is shaped like a heart.
After much deliberation, this is the breakfast I chose!
I chose a balanced meal, starting with their special bacon, and including bread and salad. (Perhaps I piled my plate a little too high...)
They were all really delicious, but my favorite was the jam!
• Tankan (orange)... It didn't have the bitterness of marmalade and was very easy to eat. I think even people who don't like marmalade would enjoy it.
・Shikuwasa (yellow-green)... The refreshing tartness is excellent. It's not too sweet, so even if you put a lot on, it's not cloying.
• Pineapple (pale yellow)... It was a little on the sweet side and had plenty of pulp. It had a mild flavor.
It was so delicious that I would have bought it for myself if it were for sale.
After breakfast, we also went out to the terrace.
On sunny days, many people apparently eat breakfast outside. (It was cloudy, then rainy on this particular day.)
It's rare to find a hotel in Naha City that offers such a chance to experience nature.
I felt refreshed after breakfast!
2-4. Front Desk & Shop
The front of the building has a natural feel, based on white and brown tones.
The staff greet you with a smile in a spacious and inviting environment.
This hotel also offers Harley-Davidson motorcycle rentals! (Operated by BLUE SKY)
It seems to be popular with people who want to ride a famous brand motorcycle that's hard to get their hands on, and also with people who love touring.
Why not have a unique experience in Okinawa, where you can enjoy touring all year round? ^^
For more details, click here! ⇒⇒⇒ http://www.nahacen.com/blue_sky/
This is the shop "Wave".
A wide variety of Okinawan alcoholic beverages, candles, and other items are lined up.
We also sell amenities and loungewear that are actually used in the hotel.
" Vitamin Candle ," a lantern candle that originated in Chatan, Okinawa ,
A carefully selected variety of Okinawan alcoholic beverages are available.
Among them, the "Habu Sake" (snake wine), which costs over 2 yen, is apparently a hidden gem and a popular item!
<Bonus Episode> There's even a hot spring inside the hotel! ~Natural Hot Spring "Rikkarikka Yu"~
Our hotel has a hot spring, which is rare in Naha city!
They use natural hot spring water, and apparently you can enjoy two different types of hot springs on alternating days.
The hotel attracts many visitors, including locals.
[Natural Hot Spring "Rikkarikka Yu"]
Hours:
Hot springs and sauna: 6:00 AM to 24:00 AM (last entry 23:30 PM)
Hot stone sauna: 6:00 AM - 22:30 PM (Last entry 22:00 PM)
Closed: Open all year round
For further information, please read Natural hot spring "Rikkarikka Yu"Please see more.
☆For local experience options in Okinawa, check here! Tabi Plus One☆
3. Hotel Basic Information & Access
3-1. Basic information
Name: COMMUNITY&SPA Naha Central Hotel
Address: 2-16-36 Makishi, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture
Phone number: 098-862-6070
Number of rooms: 190 (94 rooms in the Main Tower, 96 rooms in the East Tower)
Wi-Fi access: Free Wi-Fi available throughout the building.
Parking: 80 spaces (first-come, first-served basis)
URL:http://www.nahacen.com/
3-2. Access from Naha Airport
By car: Approximately 15 minutes from Naha Airport (may vary depending on traffic conditions)
Taxi: Approximately 1,500 yen (Please tell the driver "Naha Central Hotel")
Train: Approximately 20 minutes from Yui Rail Naha Airport Station (get off at Miebashi Station (14-minute ride), then walk for about 5 minutes).
*Free shuttle service available from Yui Rail Miebashi Station! (10:00-20:00, advance reservation required)
Check here for more details!http://www.nahacen.com/access/
4. Map of surrounding tourist attractions
"COMMUNITY & SPA Naha Central Hotel" is located in the heart of Naha city, making it convenient to access various tourist attractions!
This time, we'll introduce a selection of tourist spots that you can visit within a 10-minute walk!
4-1. [Approximately 2 minutes on foot] Kokusai Street
First, let me introduce you to Okinawa's main street, "Kokusai Street."
Souvenir shops and restaurants line the street for approximately 1.6 km, from the north entrance of the prefectural office to the Asato intersection.
Many shops stay open until 23:00 PM, and the area is always bustling with tourists!
4-2. [Approximately 10 minutes on foot] Makishi Public Market
Known as "Naha's kitchen," this market has been in operation for over half a century.
You'll find Okinawan fish, meat, and rare vegetables on display in the market.
You can see and taste Okinawan food culture and experience it firsthand!
5. A brief comment from the author
How did you like our review of our stay at COMMUNITY & SPA Naha Central Hotel and our introduction to nearby tourist attractions?
I was truly impressed by the quality of the hot springs and breakfast, as well as the stylish design of the rooms, after actually staying there!
The staff's meticulous attention to detail really stood out.
Also, the location, being close to Kokusai Street and the Yui Rail monorail, was extremely helpful.
I hope this article will be helpful when you visit Naha.
*Interview cooperation: COMMUNITY & SPA Naha Central Hotel
Rakuten Travel
Jalan net
