Yokosuka occupies most of the Miura Peninsula, bordered by the mouth of Tokyo Bay to the east and Sagami Bay on the Pacific to the west. It is a naval and industrial city, home to United States Fleet Activities Yokosuka, and it sits within easy reach of Yokohama and Tokyo by rail.
For a visitor, the practical geography is simple: the city spreads along the peninsula, and the places you are most likely to base yourself cluster around the rail stations of the Keikyu Main Line and the JR Yokosuka Line. The Keikyu line in particular strings together the central districts and the coastal stops. This guide covers which areas to use as a base, what each is like, and how the accommodation tiers differ.
Best areas to stay in Yokosuka
1. Yokosuka-Chūō
This is the central district, served by Keikyu Yokosuka-Chūō station, and the most convenient base for a first visit. It puts you within walking distance of the main commercial heart of the city, and the area around the station is where you find the widest choice of places to stay, from older business hotels to larger, more comfortable properties.
It suits first-time visitors and anyone who wants to be close to shops, dining and transport without depending on a car. One hotel here sits directly across from a shopping mall, and others are a few blocks from the station. Trains on the Keikyu Main Line connect you onward along the peninsula and toward Yokohama.
2. Shioiri
Shioiri, on the Keikyu Main Line, is a quieter base just along the line from the central district. It is close enough to the centre to walk or ride in easily, but removed from the busiest streets.
It suits travellers who prefer a calmer setting while staying connected to the main sights. Accommodation here includes older, well-regarded properties with good rates. The station gives you direct Keikyu access toward Yokosuka-Chūō and the rest of the line.
3. Around the naval base main gate
The streets near the CFAY Yokosuka Naval Base main gate form a distinct pocket of the city, shaped by the base and its international community. This is where you find larger, newer accommodation that caters to foreign visitors, with English-speaking front desk staff and a bar and lobby that draw people in.
It suits visitors connected to the base, and anyone who values English-language service and a lively, international atmosphere. It is a short walk from the main gate, and a couple of blocks from the surrounding hotels. Expect this area to feel busier and more transient than the quieter residential streets.
4. Oppama
Oppama, on the Keikyu Main Line, is an industrial and residential district to the north, home to a large automobile plant and its associated facilities. It is not a tourist centre, but it is a functioning part of the city with its own station and connections.
It suits travellers with business in the area, or those who want a straightforward base on the Keikyu line with easy access north toward Yokohama. Being on the main line means you can reach the central districts and the rest of the peninsula without changing onto a different railway.
5. Kurihama
Kurihama sits at the southern end of the JR Yokosuka Line and is also served by the Keikyu Kurihama Line. This is the southern gateway of the city, and it is where Commodore Perry came ashore in 1853.
It suits travellers heading further south on the peninsula, or those who want a base away from the central bustle with rail links in two directions. From here the JR line runs north to Yokosuka and on toward Yokohama and Tokyo, while the Keikyu Kurihama Line connects to the coastal stops.
6. Uraga
Uraga, on the Keikyu Main Line, is a historic port district at the entrance to Tokyo Bay. It has its own station and a distinct, quieter character compared with the central city.
It suits travellers interested in the maritime history of the area and those who prefer a slower pace. The Keikyu line connects Uraga directly to the central districts and north toward Yokohama, so you are not cut off from the main sights.
Where to stay on a budget, mid-range or splurge
- Budget: Older business hotels, often with small rooms, clustered around the central stations. These are the most affordable option and put you close to transport and dining.
- Mid-range: Well-kept older hotels and larger, newer properties, some with English-speaking staff and comfortable lobbies and bars. Rooms tend to be larger than at the budget end.
- Splurge: The most comfortable hotel in this part of Yokosuka, with larger rooms than most others in the area and courteous, English-speaking staff.
Best area for a first visit
Yokosuka-Chūō is the best base for a first visit. It is the central district, served by its own Keikyu station, and it has the widest range of accommodation, from older business hotels to larger properties. Being in the middle of the city means you can reach the rest of the peninsula and the onward connections to Yokohama and Tokyo without long transfers.
Frequently asked questions
Which area is most convenient for reaching the rest of the peninsula?
The central districts along the Keikyu Main Line, particularly around Yokosuka-Chūō, give you the most direct connections. The Keikyu line runs along the peninsula, and the JR Yokosuka Line links the city to Yokohama and Tokyo.
Where should I stay if I want English-speaking service?
The area around the CFAY Yokosuka Naval Base main gate has accommodation that caters to foreign visitors, with front desk staff who speak English. Some central hotels also have English-speaking staff.
Is it better to stay near the station or away from it?
Staying near a station on the Keikyu or JR line keeps you connected to the sights and to onward travel. Quieter districts such as Shioiri and Uraga are still on the Keikyu line, so you can stay calm without losing access.
What kinds of places can I expect in the central area?
You will find older business hotels, some known for small rooms, alongside larger and newer properties. The range covers budget through to the most comfortable hotel in this part of Yokosuka.
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