Fukuoka Prefecture

Before my first trip to Fukuoka, I diligently researched ChatGPT, Google reviews, and blog posts, and chose the Mitsui Garden Hotel Gion, which is popular with Korean families. It was within walking distance of Hakata Station, had a 7-Eleven across the crosswalk, and a MaxValu 24-hour store nearby, making it convenient to buy things like pre-cut fruit. Getting to Tenjin was also easy, whether from Gion or Hakata, or even Kushinsha, depending on the itinerary, so the subway accessibility was excellent. It was surprisingly closer than it appeared on Google Maps! Amenities like toothbrushes, toothpaste, body towels, shower caps, shampoo, conditioner, face cleanser, and cotton swabs are all available in the lobby for guests to take at any time, and they are also fully stocked in the 13th-floor public bath and in the rooms. You truly only need to bring yourself to this accommodation. Other reviews mentioned relieving fatigue in the public bath and open-air bath, so I went right when it opened at 5 AM and quickly took some photos since no one else was there. After returning from outings in the hot weather, I visited the public bath twice a day for all three nights. There was a staff member who spoke Korean well, and they were very kind and helpful. The standard double room was fine for two adults with two suitcases (24-inch and 20-inch) opened and used. There was a sofa and a table, so we could eat snacks we bought, and the refrigerator kept things cold. Since it was summer and we drank a lot of water, we continuously got bottled water from the front desk every time we returned from an outing. I think we received over 10 bottles of water. It's great for families, and if you're traveling with parents, the public bath is a huge advantage. We had a wonderful 3-night stay at the friendly Mitsui Garden.

Conveniently located near the main train station, this hotel offers easy access to public transportation, making it effortless to get around the city and beyond.

We really enjoy our 5-day stay in the hotel. Very clean, accommodating and helpful staff, good location and resonably price. Highly recommended. And if your are a Catholic, the church is just across the street, you can take the English Sunday mass. I will definitely come back to this hotel. Very good experience.

loved the location! it was 3 mins away from the hotel and near the malls. staff are nice and helpful too. the rooms are fine and well kept. i love that that train platform is so near our ebtrance/exit. would stay here again if i could

Hotel Location: Convenient, the hotel has paid parking, and there are also many parking lots nearby, making it car-friendly. It's very convenient, located near a subway station. It's just a few minutes' walk to the original Ichiran Ramen, and there are convenience stores, Matsumoto Kiyoshi, Don Quijote, and more nearby. Canal City is also only a twelve-minute walk away. Service: The staff are friendly and kind, with good English skills, so communication is not an issue. Breakfast: Breakfast is served in the restaurant next to the 1st floor. There's a wide variety of Japanese and Western dishes, all fresh and delicious!

This is a proper full service hotel with bellboy and help with luggage which was a lifesaver where we returned out rental car and concluded our stay here before heading to the airport. Location is prime, directly opposite Hakata station, mcd in basement, super convenient!

Cleanliness: As a newly built 4-star hotel, it is larger and cleaner than typical Japanese hotels. Transportation Accessibility: It's a 5-minute walk from Hakata Station, making it quiet and clean, though there are fewer shops nearby. Service: English-speaking staff are always available and friendly. The large public bath is bigger and cleaner than those in standard hotels.

5 minute walk from Hakata Station. Has nearby convenience stores and local izakayas. Excellent staff. Has coin laundry in the ground floor.

The hairdryer, showerhead, body wash, conditioner, and shampoo are all from Refa. If you can't afford a showerhead that costs 5,000-6,000 NTD, you can try staying at this hotel. Previously, the rooms had SHARP washer-dryer combos, but this time it was a TOSHIBA. I'm not sure why, but before, only one or two pieces of clothing would smell, and after using the washer-dryer, all of them smelled. I've never encountered this before. However, the hotel service is still very good, and there are free drinks available from 2 PM to 10 PM. This time, I chose a mango soda and hot coffee, which are among the best drinks I've had at any hotel.