Karatsu

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Karatsu
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Where to stay in Karatsu

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Hamasaki

If you're spending some time in Hamasaki, Nijino Matsubara and Genkai are top sights worth seeing.

Hamasaki
Canal City Fukuoka Washington Hotel
Canal City Fukuoka Washington Hotel
3 out of 5
1-2-20 Sumiyoshi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka-ken
The price is AED 302 per night from May 11 to May 12
AED 302
AED 365 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Good value for the money
"It was a a good value. The room was small but the bed was very comfortable. You pay extra for the breakfast but it was very good."

Reviewed on 3 April 2025

Canal City Fukuoka Washington Hotel
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THE BASICS FUKUOKA
4 out of 5
2-14-1, Hakataeki Higashi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is AED 478 per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
AED 478
AED 526 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,540 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with enough space in the room and nice bath/shower. Near hakata station and easy walk. The stuff was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this hotel!"

Reviewed on 10 April 2025

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Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin
Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin
3 out of 5
3-chome-3-14 Tenjin, Cho, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is AED 240 per night from May 6 to May 7
AED 240
AED 263 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,148 reviews)
"Good hotel. Location close to station very close to main areas."

Reviewed on 3 March 2025

Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin
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HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU
HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU
3.5 out of 5
1-23 Nishinohamamachi, Karatsu, Saga
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Karatsu. Enjoy free WiFi, slippers, and climate control. Popular attractions Hikiyama Exhibition Hall and Karatsu Shrine ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"施設内も清潔でリピートしたいと思いました！"

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU
SG Residence Inn Hakata
SG Residence Inn Hakata
2.5 out of 5
2-17-20 Toko, Hakata-Ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
Stay at this apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room soaking tubs, and slippers. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (402 reviews)
"Kitchenette is well stocked. Grocery store is within walking distance of around 10 mins. There's on-site parking at a fee but there's only 3 lots. So take your chances. Very clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 2 April 2025

SG Residence Inn Hakata
Tomariehotel & condominium
Tomariehotel & condominium
3 out of 5
4-26-22 Katakasu, Hakata, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and slippers. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (549 reviews)
"I liked this place. Good value for the money. Big enough to relax and it had a patio."

Reviewed on 12 April 2025

Tomariehotel & condominium
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Popular places to visit

Karatsu Castle

4/5(5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Karatsu with a stop at Karatsu Castle. Wander the seaside and forest while you're in the area.

Karatsu Castle

Yobuko Morning Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Yobuko Morning Market during your trip to Yobuko. Wander the seaside and forest while you're in the area.

Yobuko Morning Market

Niji-no-Matsubara

Explore the great outdoors at Niji-no-Matsubara, a lovely green space in Karatsu. Wander the seaside and forest while you're in the area.

Niji-no-Matsubara

Saga Prefectural Nagoya Castle Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Saga Prefectural Nagoya Castle Museum during your trip to Yunomoto Onsen. Wander the seaside and forest while you're in the area.

Saga Prefectural Nagoya Castle Museum

Yobuko Ohashi Bridge

You can learn about the history of Kabeshima with a visit to Yobuko Ohashi Bridge. Wander the seaside and forest while you're in the area.

Yobuko Ohashi Bridge

Karatsu Shrine

You can learn about the history of Karatsu with a stop at Karatsu Shrine. Amble around the area's seaside or experience its festivals.

Karatsu Shrine

Reviews of Karatsu

4.6
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Loved the town of Karatsu- little side streets were so interesting- watch the flower n fresh produce set up every morning. Ride bike to beach/castle area esp on a Sunday. Favorite treat was tasting Saga beef at CARAVAN殺

5/5 - Excellent

Meg

Karatsu offers variety of activities. We have enjoyed visiting famous potters and “Tanada” the layers of rice fields on ocean hillside.