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 ![Karatsu](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)) ![Karatsu](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)) ![Karatsu](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)) ![Karatsu](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)) ![Karatsu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130781/4892e568-910d-42ea-8026-f6a2a4df6906.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130781/4892e568-910d-42ea-8026-f6a2a4df6906.jpg) by [shikabane taro](https://www.panoramio.com/user/3658107?with_photo_id=42668902) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ## Visit Karatsu Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Karatsu ![Hamasaki](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 ![JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15430000/15421200/15421134/0537738b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo 2-2-11,Hakata Ekimae,Hakata Fukuoka Fukuoka £104 12 Apr - 13 Apr 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,815 reviews) Clean room, fast Wi-Fi, friendly staff, convenient location Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=15421134&PinnedHotelID=15421134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130781) ![THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35570000/35569600/35569600/4b39f254_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE BLOSSOM HAKATA Premier 2-8-12 Hakataekimae Fukuoka Fukuoka £148 19 Apr - 20 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 coffee shops/cafes and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,740 reviews) The room was clean and tidy. Staff were friendly and helpful. Good location. Numerous dining options within short walk. Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=35569600&PinnedHotelID=35569600&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130781) ![Hotel New Otani Hakata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4200/4174/3705fa87_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel New Otani Hakata 1-1-2 Watanabe-dori, Chuo-ku Fukuoka Fukuoka-ken £104 19 Apr - 20 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,097 reviews) Stayed at Hotel New Otani Hakata and overall had a pleasant experience. The service was excellent—staff were polite, attentive, and always willing to help, which really made the stay comfortable. The hotel itself, however, feels a bit dated. The rooms and facilities are well-maintained but could ... Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=4174&PinnedHotelID=4174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130781) [See all 1,280 properties in Karatsu](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%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/113000000/112630000/112620100/112620036/327ed4d5_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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews) A fantastic unmanned property with ample of parking. Whilst unmanned, they responded to our question promptly. The whole family room with 4 x beddings were spacious for our family of 5 (primary school age children to baby) to move around and to sleep. The projection with games was a hit with the ... Reviewed on 23 Mar 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! (491 reviews) Spacious room. Also prompt to supply items requested via iPad. Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fukuoka-Hotels-SG-Residence-Inn-Hakata.h37506667.Hotel-Information) ![The Grand Residence Hotel Tenjin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50720000/50718700/50718602/53491be3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Grand Residence Hotel Tenjin 8-8, Komondomachi, Hakata Fukuoka Fukuoka Stay at this aparthotel in Fukuoka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, slippers and housekeeping. Popular attractions Canal City Hakata and Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fukuoka-Hotels-The-Grand-Residence-Hotel-Tenjin.h50718602.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. 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Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yobuko-Morning-Market-Karatsu.d553248621579082918.Attraction) #### Karatsu Castle 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) #### 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) #### 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.co.uk/Nijino-Matsubara-Karatsu.d6347303.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) #### 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) ### 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 £95 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 £570 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 £998 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) ## Cities near Karatsu ![Saga](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