Karatsu

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A sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear blue sky, and distant mountains.
A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, a rocky outcrop, and a sandy beach with a path leading to it.
A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers, surrounded by lush greenery.
A traditional Japanese building with a stone wall, a tree, and a staircase.
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 Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

THE BASICS FUKUOKA

THE BASICS FUKUOKA

4 out of 5
2-14-1, Hakataeki Higashi, Hakata-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka
$87 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
$96 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,299 reviews)
"This place has a really nice lobby that gives us great intro to the city. I mean the high ceiling was beautiful and I appreciate that library like shelves and the McIntosh Soundsystem quietly playing some lounge music I like that. The cafeteria was good too, but one part that they could’ve made better ..."

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026

THE BASICS FUKUOKA
Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin

Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin

3 out of 5
3-chome-3-14 Tenjin Fukuoka Fukuoka
$57 nightly
The price is $63 total per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
$63 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,039 reviews)
"Clean room, small for North America standard but did not spend much time in the room. Great breakfast buffet, staff very helpful, room have AC and dehumidifier! Second stay in this hotel, will return definitely, location amazing in the Center of Tenjin."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Hotel Oriental Express Fukuoka Tenjin
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier

THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier

4 out of 5
2-8-12 Hakataekimae Fukuoka Fukuoka
$144 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$158 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,756 reviews)
"Located close to station, very clean, and room was quite big considering it’s in Japan"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
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THE NINE STATES HOTEL KARATSU

THE NINE STATES HOTEL KARATSU

3.5 out of 5
1-23 Nishinohamamachi Karatsu Saga
Stay at this aparthotel in Karatsu. Enjoy free WiFi, slippers, and climate control. Popular attractions Hikiyama Exhibition Hall and Former Takatori House are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
"Room is luxury and everything is very high quality and clean. We will come back if we come to here next time."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026

THE NINE STATES HOTEL KARATSU
The Grand Residence Hotel Tenjin

The Grand Residence Hotel Tenjin

3 out of 5
8-8, Komondomachi, Hakata Fukuoka Fukuoka
Stay at this aparthotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, slippers, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (142 reviews)
"It was the best for the price I paid."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

The Grand Residence Hotel Tenjin
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (503 reviews)
"Easy walk from Hakata Station. Place was good for our short stay."

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

SG Residence Inn Hakata
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Popular places to visit

A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers, surrounded by lush greenery.

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 Karatsu. Wander the seaside and forest while you're in the area.

Yobuko Morning Market

Nijino Matsubara

Explore the great outdoors at Nijino Matsubara, a lovely green space in Karatsu. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Nijino Matsubara

Yobuko Ohashi Bridge

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

Yobuko Ohashi Bridge

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

Things to do

Private 6 Hours Local Tour in Fukuoka 100% Personalized

Private 8 Hours Local Tour in Fukuoka 100% Personalized

$125
per adult
Private 8 Hours Local Tour in Fukuoka 100% Personalized
Private Hakata Fukuoka Shore Excursion : Itoshima

Private Hakata Fukuoka Shore Excursion : Itoshima

$432
per traveler
Private Hakata Fukuoka Shore Excursion : Itoshima
The Nagasaki Peace Statue is the most popular shot.

Private Full Day Tour from Fukuoka to Nagasaki

$752
per traveler
Private Full Day Tour from Fukuoka to Nagasaki
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