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The 10 Best Ryokans in Karatsu, Japan

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Karatsu Seaside Hotel offers accommodation in Higashi Karatsu. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. You will find a kettle in the room. Extras include slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Lovely ocean views. Clean. Fresh bright decor. Great facilities

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9.3
Superb
152 reviews
Price from
£115
per night

Situated just less than 1 km from Nishinohama Beach, Yoyokaku provides accommodation in Karatsu with access to free bikes, a garden, as well as a housekeeping service. This 3-star ryokan offers free shuttle service and luggage storage space. The ryokan features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

All units at the ryokan are fitted with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. The units have a tatami.

Everyone was so friendly, the environment was beautiful and the staff were accommodating to our dietary restrictions.

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9.6
Exceptional
217 reviews
Price from
£147
per night

A 7-minute walk from Karatsu Castle, Mizuno Ryokan offers quiet Japanese-style rooms with stunning panoramic ocean views. It offers free Wi-Fi, free bicycles and a bath with a cypress bathtub (not a hot spring). Free parking is available on site.

very good hospitality and tasty food))) better than some Michelin star’s restaurants in Tokyo)))

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9.6
Exceptional
45 reviews
Price from
£311
per night

Riverside Hotel Karatsu Castle offers accommodation in Karatsu.

Rooms are furnished with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a fridge and an air cleaner/humidifier.

Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including windsurfing, cycling and fishing. Fukuoka is 43 km from Riverside Hotel Karatsu Castle, while Saga is 36 km away. The nearest airport is Fukuoka Airport, 46 km from Riverside Hotel Karatsu Castle.

First, this place is really great and an incredible bargain. It is located on the edge of the old castle grounds, only minutes walking to Karatsu Castle. The views of the river from the room and of the castle during breakfast are fabulous. The comfortable futons and quiet comforters were great. Our twin room had a small attached bathtub and toilet but we used the wonderful private ofuro each evening. We stayed in room 201, next to the wide staircase, above the ofuro bath. This room is the most protected from the sounds of road traffic but the din of road noise is still there some. I am a light sleeper and my wife and I slept great here! If you like Japanese style breakfasts then you will love it here. We walked through the nice pine forest down to the beach, as well as thoroughly exploring the castle. We had a great lunch at DonDonTei, down the street from Riverside. The value of where this inn is located and the quality of your stay are first class, in our book. After a month in Japan, this 2 night stay was truly one of our highlights!

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8.8
Fabulous
256 reviews
Price from
£69
per night

Situated in Karatsu, Hotel Uohan offers beachfront accommodation 40 km from Fukuoka Yahuoku! Dome and features various facilities, such as an open-air bath, a garden and a bar. Featuring pool with a view, this 3-star ryokan has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. There is a restaurant serving Asian cuisine, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

room and onsen have sea view. easy and free parking. hotel provides free tea and coffee which we enjoyed after onsen. breakfast was included and delicious.

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8.7
Fabulous
156 reviews
Price from
£141
per night

The ryokan is fitted with a TV. The unit has soundproofing and a shower. Housekeeping service is also available.

Guests at the ryokan will be able to enjoy activities in and around Karatsu, like fishing.

very clean, good staff and service

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8.1
Very good
30 reviews
Price from
£102
per night

Situated in Karatsu in the Saga region, with Nishinohama Beach nearby, Ryokan Wataya features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath. A public bath is available for guests, along with an open-air bath. The ryokan has family rooms.

Comfortable beds, beautiful room. Lovely staff

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8.1
Very good
62 reviews
Price from
£91
per night

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Experience culture authentically with a stay at this traditional Japanese-style accommodation. Sleep on the floor (on a futon roll) in a room furnished with tatami flooring and sliding doors. Guests can often expect access to a communal bath plus a complimentary Japanese garment called a yukata.
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  • Avg. price/night: £175.42
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 152 reviews
    The spa, onsen and rooftop pool overlooking the beach were excellent. The room was large and so confortable and I loved the balcony overlooking the beach. The hotel has bikes to hire and a shuttle for train station drop off and pick up. A brilliant stay, loved it.
    Jodie
    Solo traveller
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 62 reviews
    We were touched by the exceptional quality of the service and kindness. The ryokan is a lovely building well situated for visiting the castle, the early Meiji villa’s and the pottery shops. The breakfast and dinner were of excellent quality.
    Laurent
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £192.39
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 217 reviews
    Good breakfast. Beautiful property. Good location near castle and coast. Very well maintained ryokan in a very interesting town.
    Simon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £192.39
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 217 reviews
    It was perfect. Peaceful, calm, quiet. It was a snowy day in January and the Ryokan was kept warm. The staff is so kind and helpful! Breakfast was incredible and the dining room overlooking the gardens was so nice. The bedding was exceptionally comfortable compared to other Ryokans we have stayed in. There isn’t a single complaint we have! We will stay again!
    Devin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £61.73
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 166 reviews
    Lovely homely stay with a cosy futon and a lovely view from the second floor. Close by to many things and very friendly owner and guests!
    Woolward
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £192.39
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 217 reviews
    This was probably the best Ryokan that we stayed at during one month in Japan. We had a car but it was an easy 20 minute walk into town. The building is beautiful & we loved the pine tree garden (thank you to the retired owner for showing us around the garden & sharing his passion). The breakfast was delicious & all the staff were so helpful & attentive, with excellent recommendations for eating out. We would have liked to have stayed longer .....
    Nicholas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £192.39
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 217 reviews
    Stunning and peaceful ryokan with warm and friendly hosts. It is an authentic experience of Japanese culture. We loved the beautiful garden, bedrooms, library and complimentary coffee nooks. Breakfast was a feast for the soul.
    Patricia
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £175.42
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 152 reviews
    everything was excellent, especially the view and the onsen was first class. must stay in the East Wing, rooms are gorgeous.
    Valerie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £311.23
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 45 reviews
    traditional japanese wtyle ryokan. good for the outbound visitors
    Taeko
    Group
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 62 reviews
    Staff very welcoming and friendly already came outside to great us when we drove into the premises as it was a little bit tricky to find. Nice rooms, larger than usual, two small cosy onsen and a beautiful garden. Great course dinner inside our room and a very good Japanese breakfast including good fresh coffee.
    Juergen
    Young couple