Okinawa's pools will open in March! Special plans for non-residents will also be available from March 5, 2026.
The Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa boasts one of the largest Garden Pool in the prefecture, measuring 170 meters in length. Starting in March, they'll be offering a heated area and a fantastic night pool, as well as a special limited-time plan that lets you enjoy lunch and the beach to the fullest. We'll introduce you to their charms.
Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa is recommended as a base for sightseeing in Okinawa

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- Get a head start on spring in Okinawa! Pools open from March
- "Pool & Lunch & Beach Plan" recommended for non-guests
- Approximately 5 minutes by shuttle bus. Kariyushi Beach is right in front of the hotel.
- Convenient base for sightseeing in Okinawa! JUNGLIA Okinawa, Churaumi Aquarium, etc.
- summary
Get a head start on spring in Okinawa! Pools open from March

Located at the gateway to Yambaru National Park, a World Heritage Site, Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa is easily accessible from the north to the central and southern parts of Okinawa. The hotel's Garden Pool is one of the largest in Okinawa, boasting a total length of 170 meters. Some areas are heated, so you can enjoy the pool comfortably even from March. The hotel offers six pools with different themes, including a 47.5-meter long water slide, a kids' pool where children can play safely, and a full-scale pool with a depth of 2.5 meters.
The Garden Pool is 170 meters long and is a great place to spend the whole day.

The Garden Pool has six outdoor pools, each measuring 170 meters in length, which are available free of charge to all hotel guests.

There is a wide variety of pools available, including one with an adjacent governor (fees apply), a vibrating bath with bubbles like a jacuzzi, a pool with a water slide, and a heated pool with temperatures suited to the season.Since it is located on a hill, you can enjoy the lush nature and spectacular ocean views.

There are endless ways to enjoy yourself at the pool, such as enjoying the 47.5m long water slide, sunbathing while sipping a drink, or watching the best sunset view in Okinawa overlooking the west coast.

When the sun goes down, the pool's atmosphere changes completely. The torches and illuminated trees sparkle on the water's surface, transforming the scenery into a fantastical one.

The pool is open until 9:00 PM. During the summer, you can swim until 10:00 PM.
"Kids Pool" and "Indoor Pool" that even small children can use safely

The outdoor "Kids Pool" is a 60cm deep pool that even small children can safely use. There is also a small slide available for children who cannot use the water slide.
There is also a terrace seating area nearby, so you can enjoy swimming in the pool while taking breaks as needed.

The hotel also has an indoor pool where you can go directly from your room in your swimsuit. Children who are still in diapers can also use the pool as long as they wear swim diapers, making it the perfect place for your child's first time in the pool.
Swim diapers are sold at the reception desk of the Garden Pool, so you don't have to worry about bringing extra luggage.
"Pool & Lunch & Beach Plan" recommended for non-guests
Starting Thursday, March 5th, our hotel will begin selling a "Pool, Lunch & Beach Plan" for non-guests, which offers great value and includes the hotel pool, hotel lunch, and Kariyushi Beach, which is right in front of the hotel. Below, we will introduce two other attractions of our hotel besides the pool mentioned above.
For lunch, the hotel offers a fair menu that changes with the seasons, as well as the restaurant "Buffet & Grill QWACHI," which serves freshly prepared dishes from an open kitchen under the theme of "Eat Okinawa."
"Buffet & Grill QWACHI"

Buffet & Grill QWACHI is a restaurant located on the lobby floor on the second floor of the hotel. Kwachi means "delicious treat" in the Okinawa dialect.
As the restaurant name suggests, "Buffet & Grill QWACHI" offers a wide variety of international delicacies, including Japanese and Okinawa cuisine, as well as Chinese and BBQ. You can enjoy a feast of delicacies made with local Okinawa ingredients to your heart's content.

In addition, the hotel's lunch menu was also revamped in line with the revamp of the dinner menu in January 2026. The hotel's lunch menu is extremely popular among Okinawa residents, and in response to their needs, new menu items have been introduced that are popular among Okinawa residents, focusing on Chinese cuisine such as tempura and dim sum.

Approximately 5 minutes by shuttle bus. Kariyushi Beach is right in front of the hotel.
After enjoying lunch and a swim in the pool at the hotel, head to Kariyushi Beach, just a three-minute drive from the hotel. The "Pool & Lunch & Beach Plan" not only provides towel rentals, but also transportation to the beach.

At Kariyushi Beach, there are lifeguards on duty and jellyfish nets available, so you can swim safely even during the summer when jellyfish swarm. There are also plenty of other beach activities available, including the classic dragon boat rides, a glass-bottom boat where you can enjoy underwater observations, and a touch pool where you can interact with marine life accompanied by explanations from staff. The "Pool & Lunch & Beach Plan" includes a discount voucher for the glass-bottom boat ride, making it a great value compared to the usual plan.
Convenient base for sightseeing in Okinawa! JUNGLIA Okinawa, Churaumi Aquarium, etc.
JUNGLIA Okinawa
JUNGLIA Okinawa, a new and exciting theme park set amid the magnificent natural scenery of Yambaru, is a popular spot where you can enjoy activities and relaxation. Located about a 40-minute drive from the hotel, the park offers accommodation plans with exclusive tickets and a round-trip shuttle bus runs between the hotel and JUNGLIA.
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
The Churaumi Aquarium, a must-see spot for Okinawa trip, is about an hour's drive from the hotel. The large tanks where whale sharks and manta rays swim are impressive, and you'll be thrilled to see the sharks and rays swimming alongside them. This is a popular spot for families, where you can easily experience the charm of Okinawa's ocean.
summary
At the Garden Pool, one of the largest in the prefecture, boasting a total length of 170m, you can enjoy six different pools, including a heated area, a 47.5m long water slide, and a kids' pool. The hotel offers blue sky and ocean views during the day, and a fantastical space illuminated at night, creating a charming atmosphere. The Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa is a comfortable place for guests of all ages. If you are not staying overnight, you can enjoy the great value of the Pool & Lunch & Beach Plan, which allows you to enjoy the pool, lunch, and Kariyushi Beach. With easy access to the theme parks in Nago City and Yambaru National Park, it is an easy base for sightseeing in Okinawa, so be sure to use it when you visit Okinawa.
Hotel Management Japan Co., Ltd. is a hotel management company that operates 24 hotels in Japan (total number of rooms: 7,601). In addition to its own brands, "Oriental Hotel" and "Hotel Oriental Express," the company also manages and operates a variety of hotels, including "Hilton," "Sheraton," and "Hotel Nikko."
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