Review of Okinawa Grand Mer Resort 4*

I was in Okinawa for business. I drove a rental car from Naha and didn't have too much issue finding it. The parking situation is strange, there are several satellite parking lots around the hotel, the biggest across a busy road, behind some homes. Luckily the hotel has an amazing shuttle service. You can park on your own and call the shuttle, or drive up to the front of the hotel and follow the shuttle there. The shuttle drivers and the folks out front are amazing friendly people. The front desk staff is equally awesome, English speakers are even available. I was pleasantly surprised and happy with the spacious room, after staying in tiny rooms on the mainland. However they are in a desperate need of renovation. The carpet is very old and worn, and the decor is out dated, but it was clean. The main restaurant Dress Diner is the typical hotel buffet, except this one is very good. I loved the Okinawan Soba and the general variety. Breakfast is also great. Perfect for when the weather is poor or when you're too tired to go out and enjoy the amazing restaurants Okinawa has to offer. There is also a small Convinence store on the lobby floor. It's no FamilyMart, but really handy for grabbing a drink or late night snacks. I did get a massage from the Spa, and I will say it was one of the best I've had. Perfect for the weary road warrior and vacationers alike. Finally a shout out to Cameron… I left a valuable item behind in my room, via email he arranged it to be mailed back to me in the US. Thanks! Simply put, yes the rooms are a bit out dated. But the amazing service with a smile made this one of the finest hotels I visited in Japan.