Escape to Sea Friend, where a beachside retreat awaits. Soak up the sun on the spacious terrace, indulge in a delicious meal at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar. Guests praise this hotel’s convenient location and amenities.
Okinawakaigan Quasi-National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Aharen Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Island's Trip - Day Tour - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Ri Island - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Naha Airport (OKA) - 19 miles/30.6 km
Free ferry terminal shuttle
Restaurants
食堂さち - 2 min walk
シーフレンド - 1 min walk
あはり - 2 min walk
あかじまのカフェとごはん guu guu
La Toquee - 985 min drive
About this property
Sea Friend
Sea Friend is a great choice for a stay in Tokashiki. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling.
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Transfers
Free ferry terminal shuttle*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9 AM
Restaurant
Barbecue grills
Water dispenser
What to do
Beach nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Facilities
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Stay connected
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1650 for adults and JPY 1650 for children
Policies
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.
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sea Friend?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Sea Friend and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like kayaking and scuba diving.
Are there restaurants at or near Sea Friend?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Japanese cuisine.
What's the area around Sea Friend like?
Sea Friend is a short 2-minute walk from Aharen Beach and 2 minutes' walk from Island's Trip - Day Tour.
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Reviews
Sea Friend Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast options were very healthy and included a variety of choices such as salad, fruits, rice, miso soup, salmon, bakery, eggs, and bacon. (11 reviews)
The beach next to the property is beautiful and perfect for snorkeling and swimming with a variety of marine life. (11 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Popular mentions
Beach
Service staff
Restaurant
Islands
Location
Ferry
Breakfast
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2025
Everything was nice, and the staff was really nice too !
Oumeyma
Oumeyma, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
Loved Tokashiki and this is a prime location next to the beach! Small rooms that could use a clean up, but hostel vibe but such friendly staff and nice place so I wasn’t bothered :) recommend for diving and staying over!
Josefine
Josefine, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Dec 8, 2025
Pros
- good dinner
Cons
- dated, not well maintained
- window mosquito net was broken; couldn’t be used
- futon bed not comfortable: mattress too thin and blanket too thick
- staff communications could be improved
Kin Yen
Kin Yen, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 4, 2024
Enjoyed my time here. Friendly and helpful staff.
Donnie
Donnie, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Great little hotel. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Restaurant had amazing food. I would fly back to Okinawa right now just to visit this wonderful island and to stay and eat here again.
Christopher
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 8, 2026
This is a diving hostel, dedicated for groups and individuals doing diving sessions, and Sea Friend seems to be the biggest in the area. They are efficient and clean. Facilities are rather basic but this is to be expected in such a facility. It gets the job done. The option to dive with their own people makes the trip super affordable as a dive location. I thought the food options were affordable at their canteen, average alongside the other places in Aharen. The breakfast is rather basic Japanese fare (with a good variety and quantity) and is all delicious.
Everything was good!
Also, no need to book the fast ferry - they are set up with a schedule that practically syncs up with the slow one.
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2024
It gave us everything we needed. One minute to Aharen Beach and friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast buffet was excellent and the dinner at the restaurant was really good as well.
Junko
Junko, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Great value for the location
Very good price for the location. A little bit hard on the back if you're not used to sleeping on a Japanese style futon(i didn't personally mind it, just a warning)
Lots of nice restaurants in the area and aharen beach is just a short walk away, and it's gorgeous!
One downside of Aharen is there's only one small convenience store, and it closes quite early, so make sure to bring snacks and amenities
Brandon
Brandon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
Perfect little pension by the sea
Very rustic and in original condition, but it’s clean and does the job, the pick up and drop off and location is just perfect.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2025
Sea Friend Hotel on Tokashiki Island was an incredible place to stay and truly enhanced my Kerama Islands experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff were warm, welcoming, and genuinely helpful, making island travel feel effortless and relaxed.
The location is fantastic—close to Aharen Beach and surrounded by stunning natural scenery. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, offering everything I needed after a day of swimming, snorkeling, or exploring the island. Waking up to the peaceful island atmosphere was a highlight in itself.
One of the standout features was how easy Sea Friend made everything. Ferry coordination, beach access, snorkeling support, and meals were all smooth and stress-free. The food was delicious and satisfying, especially after long days in the sun.
If you’re looking for a place that combines comfort, convenience, and authentic island hospitality, Sea Friend Hotel is an excellent choice. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Tokashiki Island.
Caesare
Caesare, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 10, 2025
The staff were very helpful and kind. Thank you for the shuttle to the port. We came early and were able get the room without waiting. The room were clean but there is no corridor, it is directly outside. The hotel is 2min from the beach
Romain
Romain, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 22, 2024
Walk down a short path to a beautiful beach! The free shuttle from the ferry port is great! The rooms are rustic and we shared a bathroom with other guests. The included breakfast was good.
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
We wanted a place near the beach and this was just what we needed. The staff at sea friend are super friendly they even pick up and drop off all their customers to and from the ferry port. Breakfast was included in our stay and it was very hearty. Overall fantastic experience in a simple basic room close to the beach. You even get discount on snorkeling gear as a hotel guest and we saw lots of fish and a sea turtle just off the beach right across from the hotel. Thank you sea friend for being very kind and making our time on the island memorable.
Dahlia
Dahlia, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 11, 2024
Best place to do scuba diving
Friendly and serviceminded staff and everything in order. The best place to do scuba diving. Place are a little out if date and lacks the little extra.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 25, 2025
The beach next to hotel is beautiful! The climbing up to observation deck is totally worth it. You get 360 degree view! We rented a small vehicle to drive around the island. Sakura is ready to blossom . The view is amazing!
We booked with breakfast & dinner package & was very convenient & good too,
Tina
Tina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
Sea Friend was the best. Despite cancellation of the public ferry, Sea Friend stepped in to help everyone get back to the main island. Truly an above-and-beyond act of kindness that I will never forget.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2023
The decor is nostalgic and well kept. The bus pick up from the port and return to the port were well scheduled and comfortable. The breakfast and dinner (optional purchase) were very good. They looked after us and contacted us in the middle of the day because the weather was getting bad for the ferry and was projected to be cancelled the following two days. So we were able to get off the island that day. A lovely place to stay on a lovely island. And great location too. Just a short walk to the most beautiful beach.
Michiko
Michiko, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 23, 2023
The rooms definitely need to be renovated as the flooring and wallpaper are all coming apart. The rooms are also very tiny. But besides that the rooms were clean and it’s a perfect location. Short walk to the beach. Decent breakfast options. The restaurant for dinner is delicious. Beware that some of the their prices for rentals are a little inflated compared to the other places
Daniela
Daniela, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2025
Perfect for the price!! This definitely isn’t the Hilton, but it’s everything I needed to stay a few days on Tokashiki, since I was outside for the majority of each day. The room was a little musky, but we received fresh towels everyday and the AC was strong (most important part in my opinion). I am a light sleeper and stayed in the cabins, I could hear everything, but everyone was very respectful with noise and it went silent around 8pm anyway. This has the largest facility on the island though! It’s a 1 minute walk from Aharen Beach! Made it extremely easy to go snorkeling. While their rooms are okay, their facilities are wonderful! Sea Friend has THE BEST restaurant on the island. Delicious octopus, mango juice, cocktails, pork cutlet, and stir fry! The majority of places here close at 4pm, but Sea Friend is open until 8pm/9pm. Additionally, I got their breakfast every morning which was buffet and very good. Additionally, they sell the essentials (sunscreen, aloe, beer, icecream, etc) in their lobby. Lastly, their snorkeling trip was one of the less expensive on the island and AMAZING!! Very very worth staying here! If you don’t mind not having a fancy hotel room, but want an amazing location and great food and facilities, I recommend staying here! Staff was extremely friendly and considerate!
Olivia
Olivia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Staff messaged me before I arrived to find out when I would get in, and arranged for transport to take me to the hotel. After I checked out they offered to store my luggage until I left, and also gave me a drive back to the terminal. I loved my room in the cabin, very close walk to the beach. The restuarant next door was amazing, breakfast was included but I had every meal there. Many options for mixed drinks as well as food. One of the few meal options open til 9pm. Gets very quiet after dark. The only sub-par was the shower facility. My room had a mini-fridge. There was an AC unit in my room, very refreshing to come back to. The store in the lobby sells drinks and ice cream and items like batteries and sunscreen, and is open 8am-8pm. Vending machines outside the lobby with many options. Very happy with my stay, I hope to return. They also had rentals for beach umbrellas, snorkle gear and fins, etc right next to the restaurant.
Justin
Justin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2025
The location was incredible and the English speaking staff were so helpful
Henna
Henna, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2025
It is so near to the beach. Paradise
Rodrigo
Rodrigo, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 12, 2025
Property is in a great location on the island, basically right beside the beach. The restaurant served great food. The room was okay, the building is definitely dated but the common spaces were cleaned regularly. The room was as described, but perhaps at bit more dated from the photos. Overall, a convenient place to stay for a couple nights on the island.
Robyn
Robyn, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Our room close to the access to the beach around 5 minutes walk.
Attavit
Attavit, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2023
Cozy accommodations and very helpful and polite staff. Convenient location