The luxury Ritz-Carlton Okinawa has a dramatic hillside setting within a sprawling country club lending it a tranquil atmosphere. The 97 modern rooms have large bathrooms, and many have secluded terraces with hot tubs and spectacular ocean views -- but some rooms get outside noise. Facilities include attractive indoor and outdoor pools, a stunning spa and full gym, a championship golf course, and three excellent restaurants. Wi-Fi is free, along with valet parking and a beach shuttle service. And a breakfast buffet is included in the room rate. But English is not widely spoken here, which might pose a challenge for some guests. And though the mid-island location is convenient for getting around, there's little in the immediate area. Travelers may prefer the Atta Terrace Club Towers, a comparable property farther down in Kunigami, with spacious, elegant rooms and sea views.