Free shuttle bus service operated by two resort hotels in Yomitan Village, Okinawa, to stop at area tourist spots. Grand Mercure Okinawa Cape Zanbamisaki Resort, Hotel Nikko Alivila/Yomitan Resort Okinawa
The Grand Mercure Okinawa Cape Zanbamisaki Resort and Hotel Nikko Alivila/Yomitan Resort Okinawa will add content to their reciprocal use services to further enhance the resort experience for hotel guests, allowing them to fully enjoy the area's attractions.
Grand Mercure Okinawa Cape Samba Resort (Location: 1575 Uza, Yomitan-mura, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa Prefecture; General Manager: Jiho Kang) and Hotel Nikko Alivila/Yomitan Resort Okinawa (Location: 600 Gima, Yomitan-mura, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa Prefecture; General Manager: Koichi Nakajima) launched a mutual use service on July 20, 2024 (Saturday). (Location: 600 Aza-Gima, Yomitan-mura, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa; General Manager: Koichi Nakajima) launched on Saturday, July 20, 2024. The service has been well received by guests of both hotels, who can use the restaurants, facilities, and services of the other hotel.
To further enhance customer satisfaction, the free shuttle bus running between the two hotels will begin service in January 2025, stopping at three sightseeing spots in Yomitan Village.
Background of Offer
The shuttle bus service has been available for guests of both hotels to use the facilities and various services provided by the two hotels. The shuttle bus service will be extended to February and beyond due to the positive feedback from hotel guests. During the coming season when the number of tourists is expected to increase, such as graduation trips and spring vacations, the shuttle bus will stop at facilities where visitors can experience Okinawa's culture and charms and at spots where they can enjoy shopping for souvenirs, thereby communicating the charm of Yomitan Village and contributing to attracting more visitors to the area. The purpose of this project is to promote the charm of Yomitan Village and to attract visitors to the area.
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Period] February 1, 2025 (Saturday) - February 28, 2025 (Friday)
Operation Schedulehttps://grand-mercure-okinawacapezanpa-resort.jp/news/
Free of charge for guests
Stop by.
Yomitan Farmers Market Yunta Market
Food court on site.
In addition to vegetables and fruits directly from Yomitan Village farmers, souvenirs using ingredients unique to Okinawa and Yomitan Village are available. Processed foods such as side dishes, boxed lunches, and sweets are also sold, making this a popular spot that attracts not only tourists but also locals, and is bustling with people every day.
Village of Yachimun
We also recommend finding your favorite Yachimun as a souvenir or a reminder of your trip.
Yachimun" means pottery in the Okinawan dialect. In Okinawa, where pottery has flourished since ancient times, pottery studios used to share a climbing kiln. At Yachimun-no-sato, you can see the Yomitan-yaki (Yomitan Pottery) communal kiln with red tiles, which is unique to Okinawa.
About 50 pottery studios line the streets, where you can pick up and see unique "Yachimun" and buy them as souvenirs or memories of your trip.
World Heritage Site Zakimi Castle Ruins Yuntanza Museum
Museum also has exhibits for children to enjoy
It is characterized by its stone gate and beautiful contours. In addition, the adjoining Yuntanza Museum (admission charged) offers detailed information on the ruins of Zakimi Castle and exhibits of folklore materials, allowing visitors to learn more about Yomitan's natural and cultural heritage.
How to enjoy mutual use services (example)
Okinawa Prefecture, one of the leading tourist destinations in Japan, will have an average length of stay of 4.25 days in 2022. (*1)
Here is an example of how this service, which was started to provide a more fulfilling resort experience for guests staying for consecutive nights, can be utilized.
1. enjoy breakfast at Grand Mercure Okinawa Cape Zanbamisaki Resort
The Grand Mercure Okinawa Cape Zanbamisaki Resort has introduced an all-inclusive policy, which means you can enjoy as much sparkling wine as you like at the breakfast buffet.
If you are staying at Hotel Nikko Alivila/Yomitan Resort Okinawa, why not wake up a little earlier and visit Grand Mercure Okinawa Cape Zanpa Resort? You can enjoy a relaxing breakfast with sparkling wine and a wide variety of breakfast items, a unique way to spend a morning during your resort stay.
*Discounted rates are available for those staying with a plan that does not include meals.
In addition to colorful smoothies and a wide variety of breads, there is also a Japanese food menu.
Freshly baked pancakes served from a live kitchen with your choice of toppings.
Lunch and tea time at Hotel Nikko Alivila/Yomitan Resort Okinawa
Hotel Nikko Alivila/Yomitan Resort Okinawa operates a buffet restaurant during lunch time. The casual buffet "Hana Hana" offers a wide variety of Japanese, Western, and dim sum dishes to satisfy all generations.
At the "Ariakara" lounge, you can enjoy a visually exciting afternoon tea themed on "Warmth" until the end of February.
*All fees are not included.
Enjoy Okinawan-style menu items such as "Agu pork shabu-shabu," which is prepared right in front of customers.
Warm "fondant chocolat" scented with brown sugar and ginger, and other unique delicacies.
3. enjoy resort time at the Grand Mercure Okinawa Cape Zanbamisaki Resort's "Oldie Pool
The Grand Mercure Okinawa Cape Samba Resort's all-day pool, grandly opened in August 2024, features three types of water slides, a flowing pool, a 25cm-deep "Waraba Pool" for children, and other areas for family fun. It is also one of the largest facilities outside of Okinawa Prefecture, equipped with "Yukuru Pool" (for use only by those 18 years and older), where you can spend an elegant moment on a daybed protruding into the pool or in a cabana by the pool (reservation required, fee required). Whether you want to spend an active time with your family and friends or a relaxing time with couples, you can spend your resort time in an open atmosphere.
*Operations are suspended until Friday, February 28, 2025.
Thrilling waterslide that makes you feel close to the blue sky
Attractive, open, resort-like atmosphere.
A night pool that is lit up and offers a fantastic atmosphere
Grand Mercure Okinawa Cape Zanbamisaki Resort
A beach resort located at "Cape Zanba," one of the most scenic spots in Okinawa. It is equipped with a zanpa beach, one of the largest swimming pools in Okinawa Prefecture, a restaurant, and a bath with a view. With the beach right in front of the hotel and excellent facilities within the hotel, both children and adults can enjoy Okinawa to the fullest for a variety of travel purposes.
Sunsets over the ocean are breathtaking.
Rooms with a view of the ocean in front of you
Bathing in a pleasant breeze
Location: 1575 Aza-Uza, Yomitan Village, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa 904-0328, Japan
TEL] 03-6627-4738 (Reservation Center)
Rates] 29,500 yen per night all-inclusive (per person based on double occupancy, tax and service charge included)
*No lunch provided, some charge.
[URLhttps://grand-mercure-okinawacapezanpa-resort.jp/
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*Information as of distribution on January 31, 2025.
