Title: Visit Karatsu: Best of Karatsu Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Karatsu

## Travel Guide

![Karatsu](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/e421948aa3df9b42aded02783f6e71ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Karatsu

Where to stay

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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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Hamasaki.dx553248635975856701)

- Karatsu Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Karatsu

![JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15430000/15421200/15421134/752a2425_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo

2-2-11,Hakata Ekimae,Hakata Fukuoka Fukuoka

CA $153

CA $168 total

Feb 3 - Feb 4

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! (1,762 reviews)

Location

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

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THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier

2-8-12 Hakataekimae Fukuoka Fukuoka

CA $226

CA $249 total

Feb 3 - Feb 4

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 ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,723 reviews)

A little disappointing for a top end hotel. The room was nice and the shower and bathroom were excellent. We paid extra to have lounge access but the lounge was nothing to speak of. A few packaged snack foods, coffee and alcohol. No food and no service. We thought the lounge would have breakfast ...

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025

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Nishitetsu Grand Hotel

2-6-60 Daimyo, Chuo-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka-ken

CA $141

CA $170 total

Feb 9 - Feb 10

Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (2,309 reviews)

The hotel is beautifully maintained. Excellent service. Grate location.

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

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HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU

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 ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)

全て良かった

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

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SG Residence Inn Hakata

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! (471 reviews)

깔끔하고 좋았습니다.

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

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Grand Inn Canalside

Sumiyoshi 2-21-2 Fukuoka Fukuoka

Stay at this apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free WiFi, slippers, and climate control. Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Port of Hakata are located ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (397 reviews)

The apartment is clean with good location. Check in process was fairly easy and smooth. Overall, I’m satisfied with this reservation.

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

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

[](https://expedia.ca/Yobuko-Morning-Market-Karatsu.d553248621579082918.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Karatsu Castle

Learn about the local history of Karatsu with a stop at Karatsu Castle. Wander the seaside and forest while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Karatsu-Castle-Karatsu.d6222412.Vacation-Attraction)

#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Niji-No-Matsubara-Karatsu.d6222416.Vacation-Attraction)

#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Yobuko-Ohashi-Bridge-Karatsu.d553248621562271967.Vacation-Attraction)

#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Saga-Prefectural-Nagoya-Castle-Museum-Karatsu.d553248621562271961.Vacation-Attraction)

#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Nijino-Matsubara-Karatsu.d6347303.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Private 6 Hours Local Tour in Fukuoka 100% Personalized](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46585589/08f94922-d2a6-4237-a04e-8d4cad756859.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Private 8 Hours Local Tour in Fukuoka 100% Personalized

CA $175

per adult

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![The most famous Statue at the Nagasaki Peace Park.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46972071/b6d67d85-e321-4587-8444-b328302fd59a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Private Full Day Tour from Fukuoka to Nagasaki

CA $1,048

per traveller

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#### Fukuoka to Nagasaki 2 day/ 1 night tour

CA $1,834

per traveller

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/fukuoka-to-nagasaki-2-day-1-night-tour.a47028223.activity-details)

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## Cities near Karatsu

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