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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Karatsu Castle Area

While visiting Karatsu Castle Area, you might make a stop by sights like Karatsu Castle and Former Takatori House.

Yobuko

If you're spending some time in Yobuko, Yobuko Morning Market and Genkai Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with a sandy shore, waves crashing onto the beach, and a cloudy sky.
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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 KNOT FUKUOKA Tenjin

THE KNOT FUKUOKA Tenjin

3 out of 5
1-9-63 Daimyo, Chuo-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka
The price is ￥9,958 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
￥9,958
￥11,076 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
THE KNOT FUKUOKA Tenjin
Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station

Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station

4 out of 5
4-23 Hakataekichuogai Fukuoka Fukuoka
The price is ￥22,601 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
￥22,601
￥25,260 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, 7 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,144 reviews)
"We had a great stay at Oriental. The hotel was well situated by Hakata station, close to transportation, shops and restaurants. We also enjoyed the breakfast especially their burger. Although we found their rooms quite small, it was still ok compared to other hotels we stayed in Japan. Arigato, ..."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station
Tokyu Stay Hakata

Tokyu Stay Hakata

3 out of 5
1-11-11 Hakataekiminami Fukuoka Fukuoka
The price is ￥8,916 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
￥8,916
￥9,885 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Washer and dryer really works well"

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2026

Tokyu Stay Hakata
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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 ...
THE NINE STATES HOTEL KARATSU
SG Residence Inn Hakata

SG Residence Inn Hakata

3 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! (534 reviews)
"Great place with the burdget"

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

SG Residence Inn Hakata
Hotel NOVIA FUKUOKA

Hotel NOVIA FUKUOKA

3 out of 5
3-15-10 Haruyoshi, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City Fukuoka Prefecture
Stay at this apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi and climate control. Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka are located ...
Hotel NOVIA FUKUOKA
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 8 Hours Local Tour in Fukuoka 100% Personalized

Private 8 Hours Local Tour in Fukuoka 100% Personalized

￥20,000
per adult
Private 8 Hours Local Tour in Fukuoka 100% Personalized
The Nagasaki Peace Statue is the most popular shot.

Extensive full day private Tour from Fukuoka to Nagasaki

￥130,000
per traveler
Extensive full day private Tour from Fukuoka to Nagasaki
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Cities near Karatsu

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated billboards and a calm river reflecting the lights.

Fukuoka

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.

Iki

A traditional Japanese temple with a red bridge and lush greenery.

Saga

A bridge with blue wave patterns, a traditional yellow house, and a mountainous backdrop.

Imari

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