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.
A river flanked by lush greenery and hills, with a bridge and a power line tower in the background.
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Where to stay in Karatsu

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A dense forest with tall trees and a grassy understory.
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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 BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier

THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier

4 out of 5
2-8-12 Hakataekimae Fukuoka Fukuoka
$142 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$158 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
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 ...
THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier
THE BASICS FUKUOKA

THE BASICS FUKUOKA

4 out of 5
2-14-1, Hakataeki Higashi, Hakata-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka
$83 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$91 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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 ...
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
Hotel Hokke Club Fukuoka

Hotel Hokke Club Fukuoka

3 out of 5
3-1-90 Sumiyoshi, Hakata-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka
$58 nightly
The price is $63 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$63 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,039 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and ideal for a walk to the station. Fresh bottle of water provided every day. We didn’t try the breakfast and unfortunately ran out of time to try the Onsen. Would def recommend hotel as all staff very helpful and clean hotel."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Hotel Hokke Club Fukuoka
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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! (29 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
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 ...
SG Residence Inn Hakata
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 Ohori Park are located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (144 reviews)
"It was a unsuitable place to stay since there is no front desks and bell man to do any kinds of helps during check-in."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

The Grand Residence Hotel Tenjin
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Stay near popular Karatsu attractions

Karatsu Castle

8.2/10 (94 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.
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Things to do

Private 6 Hours Local Tour in Fukuoka 100% Personalized

Private 8 Hours Local Tour in Fukuoka 100% Personalized

$122
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
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