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Kerama Backpackers

Guest house

Tokashiki 40

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
12 mentions

Picked us up and dropped us at all the beaches even picked us up and dropped us …

Even though it's a bit far from the beaches they organize shuttles so that's ver…

Friendly staff
11 mentions

Very helpful owners and staff

I loved this hostel

Clean rooms
6 mentions

the dorms were confortable and everything was clean

Showers and bathrooms were really clean

Comfortable rooms
4 mentions

We ate out all the time but there’s a kitchen and a nice common room we sat and …

Bunk beds were comfortable, with privacy curtains provided, and personal night l…

Overview

Kerama Backpackers is located just under a 10-minute walk from the eastern shore of Tokashiki Island. There is a garden at the property and WiFi is available in all areas. The hostel offers free pick-up service from Tokashiki Port upon reservation. Each room has air-conditioning and heating systems. There are clothes racks and safety deposit boxes. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Guests are free to use the shared kitchen and enjoy relaxing in the shared lounge, garden or terrace. The property offers free shuttles to a marine shop near Aharen Beach, where guests can enjoy activities and use a shower. Naha Port is a 90-minute ferry ride away, and Naha Airport is a 30-minute Yuirail ride from Naha Port.

Traveller reviews

K

Kate

extended_group

May 28, 2026

10

Staff and owners made this a great trip going above and beyond!

Very helpful owners and staff!! Picked us up and dropped us at all the beaches even picked us up and dropped us at the ferry terminal!! Lovely stay, would reccommend for a great island adventure!

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Bénédicte

solo_traveller

May 23, 2026

10

I loved this hostel ! Very nice social atmosphere when I was there. Wish I had stayed longer ! Even though it's a bit far from the beaches they organize shuttles so that's very convenient.

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Anderson

couple

May 18, 2026

10

Great owner and beautiful beaches

The owner and his wife were amazing to us. Drives everyone to the beaches in the morning before it gets busy and even gave us a lift to the beach in the evening on his way home as he drove past us. Kitchen well stocked and good social atmosphere. Much better experience than just a day trip.

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Darian

solo_traveller

May 2, 2026

10

The Kerama Backpackers staff were great! They were kind enough to drive us back and forth all around the island, and gave us local recommendations in this remote island. Thank you for your kindness!

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Tom

couple

April 27, 2026

8

Got everything you need. We ate out all the time but there’s a kitchen and a nice common room we sat and played card games in

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Molly

extended_group

April 6, 2026

10

Loved our stay on this little island and at Kerama Backpackers. Morino was great and super helpful.

Staff were friendly and Morino made it super easy for us to get too and from the beach each day! Can hire bikes through the backpackers as well!

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Noée

solo_traveller

April 5, 2026

10

The owners are really nice people. They answer any question really quickly and when we arrived by the ferry, they came to pick us up. They offer a ride to go to the beaches of the island since the hostel is on the other side of where the beaches are. the dorms were confortable and everything was clean. They have a nice commun space that is annexe to the main building. Most people stay there for just one or two nights, but the vibes are still good and people are friendly.

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Bright

solo_traveller

April 3, 2026

10

The owner was so great at communicating with me regarding any questions I had during and before the stay. He drove me to

The property was perfect for a short stay and kitchen facilities were super useful. Showers and bathrooms were really clean.

E

Ellena

extended_group

April 1, 2026

10

Bunk beds were comfortable, with privacy curtains provided, and personal night lights in each bunk Rooms and general property was very clean and well kept Lovely staff who were very helpful Daily lifts to and from the beach are a big +++

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Barbara Kitti

solo_traveller

April 1, 2026

10

Lovely place with helpful staff

P

Paige

couple

March 31, 2026

10

AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING- BEST HOSTS EVER

my boyfriend and I loved everything about this hostel! The location, the staff, the shuttle, the facilities! It was wonderful! Atsushi the host is absolutely incredible! He was so helpful and went above and beyond to help me when I lost my wallet at the airport! gave his time and energy to help track it down and get it delivered! I appreciated it immensley! also tokashiki is just such an absolutely stunning Island- you wouldnt want to miss it!

H

Hanne

solo_traveller

March 24, 2026

10

Great experience

Clean, calm and cosy place in good location. Amazing service to get a ride to the beaches and back to ferry from the owner!

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Oindrela

solo_traveller

March 23, 2026

8

Very good location and near the port!

M

Matej

solo_traveller

February 23, 2026

10

The whole island is a magical place and Kerama os great place to use as base for exploring. The owners are supper nice and do daily shuttle to the beaches!

D

Dominik

couple

February 6, 2026

8

Everything

J

Jakob

solo_traveller

January 20, 2026

10

Friendly staff, super convenient. Most beautiful Island you will ever visit - All around just great :)

C

Caroline

extended_group

January 19, 2026

9

Super clean hostel with easy access to beaches with shuffle bus

Super clean. Quiet and chill atmosphere. Super marked and a couple of restaurants close by. Walking distance (with luggage) from the pier. Easy and free shuffle bus to/from the beaches. Easy to get to know people, all ages from the world. More solo travelers than groups.

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Malgorzata Beata

couple

December 18, 2025

10

Adventurous getaway

Very charming hostel with friendly staff and amazing location! Loved waking up everyday in the middle of nature. The hostel also provides free shuttles to both beaches nearby + transportation from the ferry terminal to the hostel.

S

Guest

solo_traveller

November 21, 2025

10

Friendly staff, super convenient. Most beautiful Island you will ever visit - All around just great :)

S

Savard

solo_traveller

November 4, 2025

10

Owner and clean

Facilities

Activities

Canoeing, Snorkelling

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas

General

Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, WiFi available in all areas, Safety deposit box

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available

Services

Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Shuttle service, Shuttle service (free), Luggage storage

Standard Family Room

This family room is air-conditioned and has a shared bathroom and heating. The unit has 4 beds.

Max 8 guests 23 1 bedroom 4 bathrooms
Standard Family Room

This family room is air-conditioned and has a shared bathroom and heating. The unit has 3 beds.

Max 6 guests 15 1 bedroom 4 bathrooms
Economy Twin Room

This twin room offers air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 2 guests 10 1 bedroom 4 bathrooms
Economy Twin Room

This twin room features air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 2 guests 10 1 bedroom 4 bathrooms
Quadruple Room

This quadruple room has air conditioning, tatami and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 4 futons.

Max 4 guests 13 1 bedroom 4 bathrooms

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 16:00 to 18:00
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 10:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printTo use the property's free shuttle, please make a reservation at least 1 day in advance with your ferry schedule and estimated time of arrival at Tokashiki Port. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. Please note that public ferry schedules are subject to change depending on seasonality and weather conditions. Cancellation charges may vary. Please contact the property for more details. In order for the property to notify the guest in case of any ferry cancellation, please indicate a phone number that property can reach the guest on the day before the check-in date at the time of booking. If the guest is travelling before reaching Kerama Backpackers, please inform the hotel of the name of the property at which the guest is staying at on the night before the check-in date at Kerama Backpackers.Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 10:29 AM

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