Okuma Private Beach & Resort

**Overview** Okuma is the northern choice when the Yanbaru area is the main event. Cottages and villas sit across extensive grounds behind a white-sand beach, and the property has a different rhythm from a tower hotel. Location within the grounds deserves attention. The hotel lists a nine-minute walk from the Main Cottage to the beach, while other room categories put guests closer to facilities. Check which routes your group will take most often before picking the largest room. **Key metrics** - Guest rooms: 184 - Property area: About 100,000 m² - Beach length: About 0.5 mi - Main Cottage beach walk: 9 min **Pros** - Cottage and villa formats suit different group sizes - Beach and rural north can share a single base - The hotel publishes walking times for specific room clusters **Cons** - A remote base adds time to Naha-centered trips - Movement within the grounds can be part of each outing - Room location matters more for guests with limited walking tolerance **Best for** Travelers spending several days in northern Okinawa. **Things to watch out for** Check transport in advance and ask the resort about its cart service if internal walking distances are a concern.