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REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS

4.0 star property
A peaceful retreat near Kadena Air Base where guests can enjoy a coffee shop, bar, seasonal pool, and spa services for a truly relaxing experience.

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REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS offers a quiet getaway with practical amenities. Travelers appreciate the on-site coffee shop/cafe and bar, while the spa provides welcome relaxation after a busy day. The seasonal pool refreshes, and in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NT$2,325
NT$2,558 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24

Room options

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Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (with shower booth)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (with extra bed, shower booth)

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking (with extra bed, shower booth)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (for 2 guests)

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (for 2 guests)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (for 3 guests)

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (for 3 guests)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (for 4 guests)

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (for 4 guests)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking (with shower booth)

Double Room, Non Smoking (with shower booth) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room, Non Smoking (with shower booth)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite Non Smoking | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Sofa bed - single
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Artist Room (4 persons) Non Smoking

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Artist Room (4 persons) Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Ryukyu Golden Kings Room (4 persons) Non Smoking

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Ryukyu Golden Kings Room (4 persons) Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Artist Room ( 3 persons) Non Smoking

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Artist Room ( 3 persons) Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Artist Room (2 persons) Non Smoking

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Artist Room (2 persons) Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Ryukyu Golden Kings Room (3 persons) Non Smoking

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Ryukyu Golden Kings Room (3 persons) Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Ryukyu Golden Kings Room (2 persons) Non Smoking

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Ryukyu Golden Kings Room (2 persons) Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Yamachi, a neighborhood in Okinawa, is home to REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS. American Village and Kokusai-dori Shopping Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Okinawa Zoo & Museum and Southeast Botanical Gardens. Check out an event or a game at Okinawa Arena, and consider making time for Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Okinawa travel guide
Map
1766 Moromizato, Okinawa, Okinawa, 904-0032

What's nearby

  • 沖縄嘉手納基地
    Kadena Air Base
    4 min drive - 1.7 km
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    Okinawa Zoo & Museum
    5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Okinawa Arena
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Koza Sports Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Koza Music Town
    4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Naha Airport (OKA)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kadena Food Court
    3 min drive
  • マクドナルド
    14 min walk
  • Kadena Officer Club
    9 min walk
  • Marshall dining facility
    13 min walk
  • 焼肉五苑 沖縄北谷店
    9 min walk

About this property

REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS

Upscale hotel near Okinawa Arena
Located close to Kadena Air Base and Okinawa Zoo & Museum, REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS provides a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and a bar. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and a 24-hour gym are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, a vending machine, and a water dispenser
  • An elevator and multilingual staff
Room features
All 150 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,000 for adults and JPY 1,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • カフェ「YURARIRA」
  • ミュージックバー「LEKT」

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Full-service spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 100
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Local artist showcase

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2000 for adults and JPY 1000 for children
  • Pool fee: JPY 1000 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from March to October
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS Hotel
REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS Okinawa
REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS Hotel Okinawa

Frequently asked questions

Does REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS?

As of 2026/3/9, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS on 2026/3/23 start from NT$2,325, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS located?

Located in Yamachi, this spa hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Okinawa Arena and within 3 mi (5 km) of Okinawa Zoo & Museum and Kadena Air Base. American Village and Araha Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

REF Okinawa Arena by VESSEL HOTELS Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 141 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

IPPEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for us. Very walkable. Very good staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent with our hotel stay, including the location, and very convenient to have Family Mart in front. Would definitely like to stay here again, and recommend to others.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sayaka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay. Staffs were really nice and breakfast was amazing as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stafff was friendly, hotel was very clean, Breakfast was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, very clean, breakfast buffet was very good. Everyone was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a really nice hotel to stay at the hotel staff are really friendly and helpful the rooms are nice and clean it the room is on the smaller side there is ample parking the facilities are nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the hotel is so clean and tidy. the public bath is also so clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ho man

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Public bath facility is new and clean Is a wonderful and comfortable place for relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely accommodating & and hotel was clean & efficient! Breakfast was exceptional with many options. Very happy with my overall experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zakariah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. Lots of free parking, amazing rooftop bar and pool. Free welcome drink ticket upon check in. Very clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry Ann Kintanar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love how big the room was and very clean. We love the layout of the bathroom too. The hotel is walking distance to the arena which made it convenient for our event. The Family Mart right by the hotel was also a wonderful feature.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very nice hotel that is very clean. The only challenge we found was transportation access. That said, the price is very reasonable.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ok

Nice new hotel, but the beds are extremely hard and quite uncomfortable. The service is really good, though, and the restaurant is decent (better for lunch than breakfast, in my opinion).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location! Super attentive staff. Immaculately clean. Plus a large car park with no tight spaces.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect little getaway
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great, had public bath, cleaned and new. We had a car so location was not a problem
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oh, definitely stay here again. Great hotel awesome rooms. Customer service couldn’t be more helpful. Great breakfast great beds can’t say enough about this place. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Greig

The room is small and there is a charge to use the pool. The location is noisy because of the highway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
清潔でスタッフの方の接客も良く、快適な滞在でした。
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Toshimitsu

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
朝食の種類が豊富であり味も美味しかった。
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yuuki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
朝食が美味しかった。 屋上のプールスペースもプール以外は開放されていて、夜もゆったりできた。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

satomi

隅々まで綺麗に掃除されてる感じでした。 朝食も種類豊富で
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026