SMILE SMART INN OKINAWA CHURAUMI is set to open in Motobu, Okinawa Prefecture, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The property will be the third Smile Smart Inn brand hotel in Japan, following openings in Hakata and Naha Kume. It offers 25 rooms equipped with full kitchen facilities and a contactless self-check-in system, making it a practical base for sightseeing as well as extended family or group stays.
Convenient Access to Northern Okinawa's Top Attractions
Located in Motobu Town in northern Okinawa, the hotel sits approximately 4 minutes by car from Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, one of the island's most visited landmarks. Nearby attractions include Ocean Expo Park, Emerald Beach, and OKINAWA HANASAKI MARCHE — a shopping and dining destination featuring local Okinawan food culture. From Naha Airport, the hotel is accessible in approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes by car using the Okinawa Expressway.
Four Room Types Across 25 Guest Rooms
The hotel offers 25 rooms across four types, accommodating a range of group sizes and travel styles:
- Top Floor (5 rooms): 53 m², ocean view
- Ground Floor (4 rooms): 53 m², with private terrace
- Standard Floor (14 rooms): 53 m²
- Twin Room (2 rooms): 25 m²
All rooms are non-smoking and can accommodate up to 7 guests. Some rooms include Japanese-style tatami flooring, suitable for families with young children.
Every room comes fully equipped for self-catering: kitchen, refrigerator, IH cooktop, microwave, rice cooker, electric kettle, cookware, and tableware are all provided. Washing machines and dryers are also included, making the hotel convenient for longer stays. Rooms accommodating up to 7 guests feature multiple showers, bathrooms, toilets, and washbasins for comfortable use by larger groups.
Contactless Stay Experience
SMILE SMART INN OKINAWA CHURAUMI uses self check-in and check-out via dedicated terminals in the lobby. Guests scan a QR code and confirm their booking details to complete the procedure, reducing wait times at the front desk. Payment is handled online in advance, so no in-person transaction is needed during the stay.
Hotel Overview
| Name | SMILE SMART INN OKINAWA CHURAUMI |
| Address | 46-1 Yamakawa, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa 905-0205 |
| Access | Approximately 1 hour 40 minutes from Naha Airport by car (Okinawa Expressway) |
| Parking | Free, 35 spaces (3 large bus spaces available) |
| Rooms | 25 rooms (all non-smoking) |
| Check-in / Check-out | 3:00 PM / 10:00 AM |
| Opening Date | July 1, 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Official Website | https://smile-smart-inn.com/churaumi/ |
