Title: Karatsu Travel Guide: Best of Karatsu, Saga Prefecture Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Karatsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Karatsu-Hotels.d6130781.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Karatsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Karatsu-Holiday-Rentals.d6130781.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Karatsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Karatsu.d6130781.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Karatsu Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Karatsu.d6130781.Car-Hire-Guide)[Karatsu Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Karatsu.d6130781.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Karatsu Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Matsuura River, from bridge at Sari, Ouchi, Karatsu city, Saga prefecture.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130781/3ca4499a-f0f2-4b41-8f9b-304e8b936c03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130781/3ca4499a-f0f2-4b41-8f9b-304e8b936c03.jpg) by [Pekachu](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Pekachu) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ![Matsuura River, from bridge at Sari, Ouchi, Karatsu city, Saga prefecture.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130781/3ca4499a-f0f2-4b41-8f9b-304e8b936c03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130781/3ca4499a-f0f2-4b41-8f9b-304e8b936c03.jpg) by [Pekachu](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Pekachu) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ![Old Yokomakura jar climbing kiln, in Yokomakura, Ouchi, Karatsu city, Saga prefecture.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130781/c215d295-7089-4df3-b898-70cb16e79dc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130781/c215d295-7089-4df3-b898-70cb16e79dc2.jpg) by [Pekachu](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Pekachu) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ![Saga Prefectural Road No.38 in Sari, Ouchi, Karatsu city, Saga prefecture.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130781/8afa5150-0fe2-4e4f-9c2c-c0130a6ecca8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130781/8afa5150-0fe2-4e4f-9c2c-c0130a6ecca8.jpg) by [Pekachu](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Pekachu) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ![宝満神社大門松](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130781/c90944c1-8c51-4487-815c-b48173db6146.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130781/c90944c1-8c51-4487-815c-b48173db6146.jpg) by [松浦党](https://www.panoramio.com/user/3534509?with_photo_id=40282115) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ## Visit Karatsu Where to stay Things to do Reviews ### Where to stay in Karatsu ![浜崎海水浴場より望む虹の松原](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975856701/0de1a188-5579-4595-a081-8390b9750400.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hamasaki While visiting Hamasaki, you might make a stop by sights like Nijino Matsubara and Genkai Quasi-National Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamasaki.dx553248635975856701) - Top hotels in Karatsu - Top Holiday Rentals in Karatsu ![THE BASICS FUKUOKA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39730000/39729300/39729229/a99b6a2f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE BASICS FUKUOKA 2-14-1, Hakataeki Higashi, Hakata-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka £86 9 Feb - 10 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,138 reviews) We had a memorable stay in Fukuoka and the hotel experience plays a large part in it. The rooms are modern, big and clean. The hotel is a 5 minute walk to Hakata station. Convenient location and at the same time quiet neighbourhood. There is a coffee shop beside the hotel. Our rooms come with a lounge ... Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=39729229&PinnedHotelID=39729229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130781) ![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) ### JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo 2-2-11,Hakata Ekimae,Hakata Fukuoka Fukuoka £89 8 Feb - 9 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,768 reviews) Room was incredible clean, modern, and surprisingly spacious for Japan. The location of the hotel is super convenient. Highly recommend. Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=15421134&PinnedHotelID=15421134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130781) ![Nishitetsu Grand Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9800000/9797500/9797444/e668ead9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nishitetsu Grand Hotel 2-6-60 Daimyo, Chuo-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka-ken £94 9 Mar - 10 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,280 reviews) 객실 좋아요 직원 친절하고 위치도 좋고 Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=9797444&PinnedHotelID=9797444&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130781) [See all 1,249 properties in Karatsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6130781) 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. ![HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112630000/112620100/112620036/9d73a1d7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### HOTEL NINESTATES KARATSU 1-23 Nishinohamamachi Karatsu Saga Stay at this aparthotel in Karatsu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 4 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Karatsu-Hotels-HOTEL-NINESTATES-KARATSU.h112620036.Hotel-Information) ![SG Residence Inn Hakata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37510000/37506700/37506667/95921ee9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SG Residence Inn Hakata 2-17-20 Toko, Hakata-Ku Fukuoka Fukuoka Stay at this apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room deep-soaking baths and slippers. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (482 reviews) 깔끔하고 좋았습니다. Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fukuoka-Hotels-SG-Residence-Inn-Hakata.h37506667.Hotel-Information) ![Legatio HAKATA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65270000/65267500/65267420/9965da72_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Legatio HAKATA 2-21-14 Sumiyoshi, Hakata Ward Fukuoka Fukuoka Stay at this apartment in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, slippers and climate control. Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Port of Hakata are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (147 reviews) The legatio is our go to place to stay when we travel to Fukuoka. It’s convenient to everything and the room is comfortable. No stress staying here. We will be back. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fukuoka-Hotels-Legatio-Hakata.h65267420.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Karatsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6130781&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Karatsu hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6130781&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6130781&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6130781&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6130781&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6130781&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6130781&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Yobuko Morning Market You can search for that perfect souvenir at Yobuko Morning Market during your trip to Karatsu. Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yobuko-Morning-Market-Karatsu.d553248621579082918.Attraction) #### Karatsu Castle 4/5(1 review) Learn about the local history of Karatsu when you take a trip to Karatsu Castle. Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Karatsu-Castle-Karatsu.d6222412.Attraction) #### Niji-no-Matsubara Explore the great outdoors at Niji-no-Matsubara, a lovely green space in Karatsu. Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Niji-No-Matsubara-Karatsu.d6222416.Attraction) #### Saga Prefectural Nagoya Castle Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Saga Prefectural Nagoya Castle Museum in Yunomoto Onsen. Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Saga-Prefectural-Nagoya-Castle-Museum-Karatsu.d553248621562271961.Attraction) #### Nagoya Castle Ruins You can learn about the history of Karatsu when you stop by Nagoya Castle Ruins. Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nagoya-Castle-Ruins-Karatsu.d553248621562271960.Attraction) #### Yobuko Ohashi Bridge You can learn about the history of Karatsu with a stop at Yobuko Ohashi Bridge. Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yobuko-Ohashi-Bridge-Karatsu.d553248621562271967.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 £94 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-8-hours-local-tour-in-fukuoka-100-personalized.a46585589.activity-details) ![The Nagasaki Peace Statue is the most popular shot.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46972071/1ad68441-1d1a-4437-b707-3af9282f3993.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Full Day Tour from Fukuoka to Nagasaki £561 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-full-day-tour-from-fukuoka-to-nagasaki.a46972071.activity-details) ![The Nagasaki Peace Statue.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47028223/eb66fba5-7ad7-4ff2-9fea-8f8f5a97565e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fukuoka to Nagasaki 2 day/ 1 night tour £983 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fukuoka-to-nagasaki-2-day-1-night-tour.a47028223.activity-details) [See all activities in Karatsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Karatsu.d6130781.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Karatsu 5 Top destination 5 - Excellent 1 4 - Good 0 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Must to go and travel, Nice place and people. Very enjoy. ## Cities near Karatsu ![Cherry blossom trees of Kinryū Park, at the foot of Mount Kinryū, in Saga City.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500522/45c69409-f2fd-42f9-b2ef-f9b53a672870.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) by [Pekachu](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Pekachu) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ### Saga ![A shrine in the sea. Itoshima, Fukuoka, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6207189/cce0adab-244d-4797-ae76-40c28b95c4f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Itoshima - Cities near Karatsu [Saga](https://expedia.co.uk/Saga.dx500522)[Itoshima](https://expedia.co.uk/Itoshima.dx6207189) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app