Reviews of Nata Beach Villa 3 stars

Fantastic place for a nice and relaxing holiday. It’s only two minutes to a wonderful secluded beach. We couldn’t rent a car but the staff was so kind to pick us up from the airport and to take us back. For the activities we booked we were also picked up or we chose the diving and SUP school right around the corner. You can also get an e-bike, snorkeling equipment, a parasol and a SUP at the beach Villa to explore on your own. We loved it and can absolutely recommend! Only tip: there are no supermarkets and only few restaurants around.

It was really clean, the staff at the front desk was really nice. The beach was beautiful and the way to the was really great too

The beds were hard (but i think it’s a common thing in japan since all the hotel i booked in ishigaki were the same) And without a car you can’t eat or visit (it’s my fault though)

We had a magical stay at Nata Beach Villa! The beach is just across a small strip of forest, there is a charming path leading there, and the beach is basically empty. The beach faces sunrise, and there is a second beach 200m on the other side of the island facing sunset. The only downside (to some) is that the beach is quite natural, so there are many small hermit crabs and the occasional spider. There is no life guard at the beaches. Also it is recommended that you bring long sleeved swim wear to protect yourself somewhat from the jelly fish (we luckily didn't encounter any). The hotel itself was great, the room was spacious and it even came with a beach umbrella and snorkeling equipment which was a pleasant surprise! The hotel also offers many other amenities such as a washing machine and free e-bikes. The window faces the forest, so it feels private and you can watch the butterflies. The breakfast and dinner were plentiful and delicious. There are basically no other dinner options in Ibaruma, so if you don't have a car it's best to take dinner at the hotel's restaurant - it's not cheap but definitely very good value. There are a few restaurants for lunch in Ibaruma - the village is tiny, but cute. There is no real super market or convenience store though. There is a bus close to the hotel. It doesn't run very frequently, but just enough for an afternoon trip to Yonehara Beach or Kabira Bay. And don't miss out on Tamatorizaki Viewpoint, it is breathtaking and only 15min by foot or much quicker if you take the e-Bike. There is also a small tour operator in town who can take you snorkeling, fishing or canoeing in the mangroves. Overall, we had a super pleasant stay and would recommend the place to anyone.

Breakfast was fine and the chef was very friendly and hospitable. Massage chair in the room and shower jets were a great addition!

The location wasn’t near much and I definitely needed a rental car to get there. The room is fine but a bit outdated. It feels like a nursing home. Thin walls and could hear my neighbor coughing all night. Overall, a decent hotel. WiFi was a bit slow.

Japanese style breakfast, good quantity and variety; likewise dinner, very good quality and value.

We had a couple of days were we had to leave before they served breakfast to go on trips. I asked if it would be possible for them to make up some rice balls or such that we could keep in the fridge in our room overnight, but this was not possible. Western style beds in Japan tend to be extremely firm, so I had to use the duvets as a mattress topper. I would choose Japanese beds another time!

It was good place to go to the beach. The forest path was lovely. Breakfast is okay, the owners are kind. Okay place to stay one or two nights.

The room condition is a little running down. The washstand pipe was leaking to the room. In Our room, internet didn't work somehow. And we had a big spider in the room and a middle size spider with cobwebs near bed light. To turn on the bed light, I had to remove the cobwebs... Cleaning status wasn't match with Japanese standard, I felt. We have stayed 6 different accommodations on Yaeyama islands but the other places were much cleaner.

The location was amazing, right by the beach and staff were warm and welcoming. The breakfast was a traditional Japanese set meal and it was good.

The door had an autolock function and I was locked out. I had to enter the room from the balcony door.