The Pool & Sauna Villa MOTOBU
Reference price as of October 12, 2026 (stay 2026-11-07). US$ is an approximate conversion from yen. Check the booking site for actual rates.
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forumWhat families say
Rakuten Travel rating 4.5 out of 5 (21 reviews). Guests report that the villa is thoroughly cleaned and that the equipment provided leaves nothing wanting. They also praise how well equipped it is, with the pool, the barrel sauna, the BBQ grill and the washing machine and dryer. One family traveling with a 2-year-old, on the other hand, reported that the pool looked a little deep and that they felt uneasy about not being able to look away.
Kids Facilities
Private pool at a whole-villa rental
Private pool at a whole-villa rental
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A whole-villa rental where each villa has its own private pool, so the family can play in the water on their own without other guests around. A natural-wood barrel sauna sits beside the pool as well (installed at all villas since February 7, 2026).
- •Each villa has a private pool (whole-villa rental, up to 8 guests)
- •Because the pool and sauna are outdoors, guests are asked to have an adult accompany children whenever they use them
A kitchen for cooking your own meals and barbecuing
A kitchen for cooking your own meals and barbecuing
Each unit has a kitchen with a cooktop and grill plate, plus a washing machine and dryer. You can bring your own ingredients to cook or barbecue, which makes it easy to prepare baby food and children's meals.
- •A kitchen with a cooktop and grill plate, plus a washing machine and dryer
- •A BBQ grill in each unit (you may bring your own ingredients and seasonings; a charge applies from May 2026 onward)
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Overview
The Pool & Sauna Villa MOTOBU is a whole-villa suite rental in Motobu-cho, in the northern part of Okinawa's main island, with a private pool, a sauna and BBQ. It sleeps up to 8 guests, so families with children and groups can enjoy a private resort stay without worrying about other guests. A natural-wood barrel sauna sits beside the pool, and each unit has a kitchen with a cooktop and grill, so you are free to bring your own ingredients and cook or barbecue as you please. The location gives easy access to the Churaumi Aquarium, and children aged 5 and under co-sleep free of charge. It is a popular villa with a Rakuten Travel guest rating of 4.50 out of 5 (21 reviews).
A whole-villa pool and sauna retreat in Motobu
The Pool & Sauna Villa MOTOBU is a whole-villa suite rental in Motobu-cho, in the northern part of Okinawa's main island, with a private pool, a sauna and BBQ. It sleeps up to 8 guests, with up to 4 of them children, so families with children and groups can enjoy a private resort stay without worrying about other guests. Its Rakuten Travel guest rating is a high 4.50 out of 5 (21 reviews).
Villas with a pool, a sauna and a kitchen
Every villa has its own private pool, with a natural-wood barrel sauna beside it (installed at all 7 villas since February 7, 2026). Each unit has a kitchen with a cooktop and grill plate, along with a washing machine and a dryer. You can bring your own ingredients to cook or barbecue, which also makes it easy to prepare baby food and children's meals. A BBQ grill is installed in each unit, and from May 2026 onward there is a charge to use it.
Points to note for families with children
Children aged 5 and under co-sleep free of charge, though no bedding is provided for them. The outdoor areas with the pool and the sauna may not be suitable for children, so guests are asked to have an adult accompany them whenever they use these spaces.
Access and the surrounding area
About 1 hour and 40 minutes by car from Naha Airport. The villa sits in the Motobu-cho area, home to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and the Bise Fukugi Tree Road, which makes it an easy base for family sightseeing in the north. Parking can be used without a reservation. Check-in is at 3 p.m., with a final check-in time of 9 p.m., and checkout is at 10 a.m.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 115-1 Shinzato, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa 905-0208 |
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| directions_carAccess | About 1 hour and 40 minutes by car from Naha Airport. The villa is in the Motobu-cho area, home to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and other attractions. |
| trainNearest station | Naha Airport |
| local_parkingParking | Parking is available, with no reservation needed. |
| callPhone | +81-980-43-1038 |
| paymentsCards | VISA, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, Discover |
| languageOfficial site | https://villa-motobu.com/open_in_new |
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Reference price as of October 12, 2026 (stay 2026-11-07). US$ is an approximate conversion from yen. Check the booking site for actual rates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What ages is The Pool & Sauna Villa MOTOBU best suited to?
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It has facilities that work especially well for babies and toddlers (ages 0 to 2) and children aged 3 and over. There is no age limit, and families with children of any age can stay.
Is there parking at The Pool & Sauna Villa MOTOBU?
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Parking: Parking is available, with no reservation needed.
How do you get to The Pool & Sauna Villa MOTOBU?
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About 1 hour and 40 minutes by car from Naha Airport. The villa is in the Motobu-cho area, home to the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium and other attractions.
Can we stay with a baby or toddler, and how are meals and bedding handled?
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Babies and toddlers can co-sleep free of charge when booked with no meals and no bedding. Rates, and whether a booking with or without meals and bedding can be accepted, vary by plan.
How do we book a room with a sauna?
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Book the Private Pool & Sauna Villa and you will get a room with a sauna. The sauna can be used at no additional charge.
Is late checkout available?
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Yes, for a fee. It costs 3,000 yen per hour and can be extended by up to 2 hours. Depending on how bookings stand, it may not be possible.
Will the room be cleaned if we stay several nights?
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As a rule there is no cleaning during your stay. If you would like it, it can be arranged for 10,000 yen per cleaning, and for stays of 10 nights or more one cleaning is provided free of charge.
Can we drop our luggage off before check-in?
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No. There is no staff stationed at the front desk, so luggage cannot be held.
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