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Renaissance Resort: Treating Yourself to Luxury

Although expensive, if you have the money to splurge, this is a very nice place to stay. If you are a family, you will be happy to know there are plenty of activities to keep the kids busy during the summer. The service is excellent and the location is set along Onna's beautiful coastline. The only drawback is that the beach is quite small.

Unique Qualities: Large outdoor pool and indoor heated pool. There are several restaurants, a few with great ocean views and another that offers underwater views! Renaissance also provides all the activities you would expect to find at a top resort: jet skis, parasailing, sunset cruises, and much more. There is also a program where you can interact with captive dolphins.

Address: Onna-son, Okinawa

Comparison: more expensive than average

Directions: Head north on Highway 58 from the airport and when you reach Onna-son, Renaissance Resort will appear on your left. (It is the first resort in Onna that you will see.)

Phone: (098) 965-0707

Price: US$180 and up

Theme: Hotel

Website: http://www.renaissance-okinawa.com/

Hotel Nikko Alivila Yomitan Resort: Elegance on Okinawa

Alivila resort sits on Okinawa's west coast overlooking the sparkling East China Sea. It has excellent service and its facilities are top class. What's nice about this hotel is that it offers a very personalized feeling with everything that you would expect from a large international resort. It was designed with Spanish-style decor, which blends well with Okinawa's environment. Alivila is one of the best resorts on Okinawa and I would recommend it to anyone wishing to spend extra money for comfort.

Unique Qualities: Alivila has an outstanding view of the sea and spectacular sunsets. Almost every room has an unspoiled view. The resort also has a very nice pool with free live entertainment and fireworks during the summertime. You can sit poolside and enjoy an evening cocktail or a swim while warm breezes and music flow through the air. There are several restaurants and snack bars offering a variety of food and shops selling everything from clothing to souvenirs. The hotel beach features white sand and clear water waiting for you to indulge in just about any kind of marine activity imaginable. The hotel is surrounded by green sugar cane fields and sits alone, giving guests a peaceful and relaxing experience.

Address: Yomitan Village

Comparison: most expensive

Directions: Take Highway 58 north from the airport and turn left onto Route 6 after passing through Kadena Town. At the Ufodo traffic signal stay to the left and follow the signs.

Phone: 098-958-6620

Price: US$180 and up

Theme: Hotel

Website: http://www.alivila.co.jp/en/