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
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
4 out of 5
2-14-1, Hakataeki Higashi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is AED 367 per night from Jan 16 to Jan 17
AED 367
AED 403 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
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! (1,271 reviews)
Good value hotel
"Room size was ok for 3, location is a short walk to Hakata Station. Breakfast was ok, ramen was good and sashimi was fresh. Toilets are clean and big. Decent fitness gym."

Reviewed on 1 January 2025

THE BASICS FUKUOKA
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 171 per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
AED 171
AED 189 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,110 reviews)
"Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin is a 3-minute walk from Tenjin Station, so the location is really convenient and good. The staff is also very friendly, and since there are many Korean guests, there are staff who can speak Korean. The room size is small, but clean, and there is enough space ..."

Reviewed on 19 December 2024

Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
4 out of 5
2-8-12 Hakataekimae, Hakata-Ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is AED 463 per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
AED 463
AED 509 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,248 reviews)
"friendly staff, big rooms for Japan, and walkable."

Reviewed on 28 December 2024

THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
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Grand Base Karatsuekiminami
Grand Base Karatsuekiminami
3 out of 5
34 1 Shinkomachi, Karatsu, Saga Prefecture
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Karatsu. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and in-room soaking tubs. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (57 reviews)
"There is 4 parking spots on the property, but they aren't for guests? I parked in one of the three open and was called to move my car because it was the owner's spot. I was told to take it to paid parking. Room was amazing however. Water pressure in the shower was great."

Reviewed on 5 October 2022

Grand Base Karatsuekiminami
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! (377 reviews)
"The apartment is well located and vonvenient - it's a 8 minute walk to the Hakata Station. It is true to description but well equipped especially thd kitchen. Thr bathroom was excellent as it's modern and thr ling bath is superb. Management was super helpful and responsive to every query andvrequest ..."

Reviewed on 4 December 2024

SG Residence Inn Hakata
Grand STAY Hakata Station North
Grand STAY Hakata Station North
3 out of 5
3-chome-15-4 Katakasu, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Marine Messe ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (164 reviews)
"We loved it here! We hope to stay here again in the future!!!"

Reviewed on 9 October 2024

Grand STAY Hakata Station North
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Popular places to visit

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

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

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

Yobuko Information Center

Yobuko Information Center is just one of the places to see in Yobuko, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the seaside and forest while you're in the area.

Yobuko Information Center

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

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.