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
Tokyu Stay Fukuoka Tenjin
Tokyu Stay Fukuoka Tenjin
4 out of 5
3-21-24 Haruyoshi, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is AED 402 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
AED 402
AED 442 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"This hotel is located in a great area Fukuoka’s Tenjin area. We walked everywhere using the hotel as a base. The hotel room was small but manageable with our two big suitcases. It’s great that they have a washer/dryer combo. We did some laundry using Google Translate app."

Reviewed on 6 March 2025

Tokyu Stay Fukuoka Tenjin
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
4 out of 5
2-14-1, Hakataeki Higashi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is AED 396 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
AED 396
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
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! (1,425 reviews)
"Good location, about 10 minutes walk to Hakata staion. Big room and clean. Reasonable price."

Reviewed on 28 February 2025

THE BASICS FUKUOKA
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
4 out of 5
2-8-12 Hakataekimae, Hakata-Ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka
The price is AED 552 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
AED 552
AED 607 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
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! (1,448 reviews)
"Great hotels, close to station and plenty around"

Reviewed on 6 March 2025

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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (62 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! (388 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
Amistad Hotel Fukuoka
Amistad Hotel Fukuoka
3 out of 5
3-13-12 Hakata Ekimae, Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Port of ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (83 reviews)
"Nice room! Very clean and a good size. You had to go and get tableware (glasses, plates, cutlery etc.) and an iron from reception as they were not already in the room, but all were available. Overall a very nice stay!"

Reviewed on 15 January 2025

Amistad Hotel Fukuoka
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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

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

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

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

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

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.