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Hotel Karae - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Karatsu, 8-minute walk to Hikiyama Exhibition Hall

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Exterior
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
Restaurant
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$93
2 Mar - 3 Mar

Explore the area

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1783 Kyomachi, Karatsu, Saga, 847-0045
  • Place, Karatsu Shrine
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Karatsu Castle
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Niji-no-Matsubara
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Saga (HSG-Ariake Saga)
    ‪76 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Room

Executive Room

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Karatsu

At Hotel Karae - Hostel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Hikiyama Exhibition Hall and Karatsu Shrine. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, luggage storage and a vending machine. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this Karatsu hostel, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Karatsu Castle and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Niji-no-Matsubara.
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What's nearby

  • Kyū-Takatori-tei - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Karatsu Shrine - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hikiyama Exhibition Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Karatsu Castle - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Niji-no-Matsubara - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Watada Station - 17 min walk
  • Iki (IKI) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪魚処 亀山 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪麺屋 將 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Karae Table - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪BARATIE - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪むすび木 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Karae - Hostel

Hostel in Karatsu, 8-minute walk to Hikiyama Exhibition Hall
Hotel Karae - Hostel offers its guests a vending machine and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Karatsu hostel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hotel Karae - Hostel offers 21 accommodations with complimentary slippers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (JPY 1,000 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 550 to 820 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately JPY 550 to 820 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 1000 per day(525 ft away; open 24 hours)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

Hotel Karae - Hostel Karatsu
Hotel Karae - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hotel Karae - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Karatsu

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Karae - Hostel?

Hotel Karae - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Karae - Hostel?

As of 15 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Karae - Hostel on 2 Mar 2026 start from AU$92.80, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Karae - Hostel?

The closest beach to Hotel Karae - Hostel is Imari Beach Park (15.4 km).

Does Hotel Karae - Hostel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Karae - Hostel?

No, Hotel Karae - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Karae - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Karae - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Karae - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 246 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cristina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel/hostel linked to a cafe, shop and cinema. The hotel was great overall, but by comparison to the rest of the facilities, the room felt a touch basic, if perfectly comfortableand spotlessly clean. Great location in Karatsu, within a 5 minute walk to the train station and on a great pedestrianised street full of great shops (mainly with pottery goods). Would totally recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place, beautiful and very central, with friendly staff. Comfortable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing location, spacious beds in dormitory with very good privacy. Facility’s are new and clean, highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shun Him Benny

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ikumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giles

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

eun

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for a clean, safe and well maintained accommodation. This is it. The area around it doesn’t have much to offer during the evening. It’s in an expensive shopping area and a stores in close up early. It is close to the train station. I didn’t really enjoy it because it seems mostly functional as opposed to warm and welcoming, but it certainly was convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staffs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Qian Ting

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a private room for 3 adults. Spacious room and clean. Comfortable bed. Good selection of amenities that you can take from the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel exceeded my expectations! We will come again
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Firoozeh

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Siu Ming

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kramer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A super convenient location near the station, shops, and restaurants. The room was clean, stylish, and spacious. When I travel to Karatsu again, Karae will be my number one hotel choice for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and clean

Convenient location - a few blocks from the JR station, a few blocks from the bus station and a lot of restaurants around the area. It seems very new, it's very clean. Good wifi.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

MEI KAM DORA

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All of above
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

HIROKAZU

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomoaki

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
室内外も綺麗で良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kyoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
私の泊まった部屋は女子専用のカプセルホテルのような感じでした。 上の段にも行きやすく、バスタオル、タオルもあってシャワールーム、トイレ、洗面いずれも清潔で心地よかった。 いちばん気に入ったのは3階の大テーブル ここでご飯を食べたり、少しのコミュニケーションをとったり居心地が良かった。 近くでは唐津くんちの練習の音色が聴こえてきてワクワクした。駅近でとても良かった。
お気に入りの大きなテーブル
大きなソファもありました
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

YUKO

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
駅からも近くお部屋も広くて快適でした
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
新しくて、清潔でした。 スタッフさんも丁寧に対応してくれました。 また利用したいと思います。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025