Yaeyama Islands

Travel Guide

Uchibanarijima, Taketomi, Okinawa, Japan.
Uchibanarijima, Taketomi, Okinawa, Japan.
Sotobanarijima, Taketomi, Okinawa, Japan.
Kabira Bay 川平灣 is located on the north coast of Ishigaki Island, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Renowned for its white sands, turquoise waters and dense vegetation, the bay forms part of the Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park.
遠浅な海辺

The Annual Vacation Sale

Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save.

Where to stay in Yaeyama Islands

Aerial view of Tropical lagoon of Ishigaki island of Japan

Ishigaki

Though Ishigaki might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave.

Ishigaki
Panoramic of Tropical lagoon of Ishigaki island of Okinawa

Arakawa

While visiting Arakawa, you might make a stop by sights like Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory and Fusaki Beach.

Arakawa
Kabira Bay Beach which includes a sandy beach and boating as well as a small group of people

Kabira

If you're spending some time in Kabira, Kabira Park and Kabira Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Kabira
Kabira Bay 川平灣 is located on the north coast of Ishigaki Island, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Renowned for its white sands, turquoise waters and dense vegetation, the bay forms part of the Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park.

Misakicho

When in Misakicho, you can plan a visit to Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Euglena Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Misakicho
Panoramic Taketomijima in ishigaki of Japan with sunny day

Tonogusuku

While there might not be top attractions in Tonogusuku, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Yaeyama Museum.

Tonogusuku
Default Image

Shineicho

Though Shineicho might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Euglena Mall.

Shineicho
Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas

Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas

4 out of 5
1625 Arakawa Ishigaki Okinawa-ken
$158 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
$174 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Book a stay at this beach resort in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
施設から案内、スタッフの皆さんも丁寧で非常に満足でした。 プールが温水だったらオフシーズンでも楽しめた気はしますが総じて満足です。

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Fusaki Beach Resort Hotel & Villas
Art Hotel Ishigakijima

Art Hotel Ishigakijima

4 out of 5
559 Okawa Ishigaki Okinawa
$94 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
$103 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Staff are friendly and helpful. Great view from 13th floor restaurant. A little disappointed that the pool was closed at the end of october.

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

Art Hotel Ishigakijima
ANA InterContinental Ishigaki Resort by IHG

ANA InterContinental Ishigaki Resort by IHG

5 out of 5
354-1 Maesato Ishigaki Okinawa-ken
$215 nightly
The price is $237 total per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
$237 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
This was our first visit to Ishigaki. The hotel is a bit removed from the airport or sea port, but the sunrise and calm views more than make up for it. Staff is excellent!

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

ANA InterContinental Ishigaki Resort by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mr.KINJO GRAND CATS

Mr.KINJO GRAND CATS

2 out of 5
2-chome-3-39 Hamasakicho Ishigaki Okinawa
Stay at this aparthotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Fusaki Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (130 reviews)
部屋は割合と大きく、ベットも気持ち良く寝れました。離島フェリーターミナルから歩いて約10分と、便利な場所だと思います。食事は付いていませんが、飲食店も10分以内の所にあるので不便は感じませんでした。

Reviewed on May 28, 2025

Mr.KINJO GRAND CATS
VIVOVIVA ISHIGAKIJIMA

VIVOVIVA ISHIGAKIJIMA

3.5 out of 5
Shinkawafunagura 2485-3 Ishigaki Okinawa
Stay at this condo in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Fusaki Beach and Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (25 reviews)
My family and I had a good time in Vivoviva. The front desk lady was helpful. She helped us to call the restaurant for booking. The room is spacious. I love the balcony. The sea view is gorgeous! At night, we can see stars around us. We had good sleeping there.

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

VIVOVIVA ISHIGAKIJIMA
HOTEL Ishigakijima 2020

HOTEL Ishigakijima 2020

3 out of 5
Maezato 412-1 Ishigaki Okinawa
Stay at this aparthotel in Ishigaki. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ishigaki Island Ferry Terminal and Fusaki Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (268 reviews)
Good stay w limited baggage space
Overall good stay except that there was very limited space to open our luggages. Suggest they should remove the big chair set to provide more space.

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025

HOTEL Ishigakijima 2020
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Cities near Yaeyama Islands