hotel androoms Naha Port — the budget hotel with a rooftop pool that punches above its price
Ever searched for a budget hotel in Okinawa and wished you could get something new, clean and a little bit special rather than just a bed? hotel androoms Naha Port is the answer most properties in this price bracket cannot match — opened in 2022, everything is still fresh, and it comes with a rooftop pool and sauna on the 13th floor plus free bicycle hire, all from ¥6,800 per night. Add in a location just 5 minutes' walk from Tomari Port for Kerama Island ferries and you have a combination that's genuinely hard to beat at this price point in Naha.
hotel androoms Naha Port sits in the Nishi district of Naha — the port-side neighbourhood — just about 5 minutes on foot from Tomari Port. That proximity is the single biggest reason this hotel stands out from the usual budget options around Kokusai-dori. If your plan includes an early-morning ferry to the Kerama Islands, a 5-minute walk means no pre-dawn scramble to reach a metro station with a suitcase in tow. You walk out, turn towards the sea and you are there. Yui Rail's Asahibashi Station is around 10 minutes on foot in the other direction, connecting you to Naha Airport (OKA) in roughly 10 minutes by monorail.
"Everything was brand new and spotlessly clean. The rooftop view of Naha Port at sunset was worth the whole trip — a lot of people in the reviews call this one of Naha's hidden gems."
What gets talked about most — and what sets hotel androoms apart in the budget category — is the rooftop pool and sauna on the 13th floor. Amenities like this are genuinely rare at the ¥6,800 price point, and the fact that the building is only a few years old means they are in excellent shape. The Standard Twin room runs to 19 sqm with a convertible sofa that two people can sleep on, plus a modern, compact bathroom in keeping with contemporary Japanese business hotel design.
Guests mention the free bicycle hire repeatedly across reviews — it comes up again and again as something that makes the stay feel more valuable. Cycling from the hotel to Kokusai-dori takes around 15 minutes, or you can ride along the Tomari Port waterfront and pick up the sunset views without spending a yen on transport. Several guests note that having a bike saved them noticeably on local transport costs, especially in the mornings before the monorail gets busy.
One thing to know before you book: the rooftop pool and sauna are not automatically included in every room rate. Some packages include them; others charge extra. Check the package details carefully before confirming your reservation — if you plan to use both, booking a package that covers them upfront will cost less than paying at the desk on the day.
A score of 8.4 on Agoda and 8.7 on Trip.com across 5,100+ reviews is a solid achievement for a property that opened less than four years ago. Numbers like that tell you guests kept returning good ratings long after the novelty of opening day had passed. People who have stayed here consistently say the cleanliness and freshness of the building are immediately apparent compared with older budget hotels in the same neighbourhood.
To be clear about the trade-offs: Yui Rail's Asahibashi Station is a 10-minute walk — further than rivals such as APA Hotel or Toyoko Inn which sit right next to their respective stations. There is also no free breakfast included in the base room rate. For travellers who prioritise having the station at the door or a complimentary morning meal, other options in this roundup may suit better.
Overall, hotel androoms Naha Port is a strong pick for budget travellers who want a new building, a genuine amenity bonus, and an easy connection to Kerama Islands. From ¥6,800 you get a 2022-built hotel, a rooftop pool, free bicycles and one of the best Tomari Port locations in the budget category. If you want more than just a place to sleep when you are in Naha, this hotel is well worth booking.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ New 2022 building — everything is clean and in excellent condition
- ✓ Rooftop pool + sauna on the 13th floor, rare at budget pricing
- ✓ 5-min walk to Tomari Port — ideal for Kerama ferry departures
- ✓ Free bicycles make getting around Naha very easy
- ! Yui Rail Asahibashi is a 10-min walk — further than some budget rivals in the area
- ! Pool and sauna not included in every package — check before booking
- ! No free breakfast included in the standard room rate
- ✓ Standard Twin at 19 sqm is a decent size for a budget hotel
- ✓ Modern design, clean bathroom, contemporary Japanese hotel aesthetic
- ✓ Excellent location for island-hopping travellers heading to Kerama
- ✓ Score 8.7 on Trip.com — large review volume and consistent ratings
- ! Nishi district is away from the main Kokusai-dori strip — bicycle or short taxi needed
- ! Rooftop pool may get busy in peak season
- ! Standard check-in at 15:00 — early arrivals will need to store luggage
- 💡If you need the monorail station right next door — Asahibashi is a 10-min walk → look at Toyoko Inn Asahibashi (1 min) or APA Hotel nearby instead.
- 💡If you want the pool and sauna included in the rate — some packages charge extra → check the package details carefully before clicking Book, not just the room price.
- 💡If you plan an early Kerama ferry — Tomari Port is 5 minutes on foot, the best advantage this hotel has → book the package that includes the pool and sauna and make the most of the evening before you sail.