Why spend all your money on accommodation when in such a foodie, cultural city like Fukuoka? Your yen is better off saved for other things! Find out where the inexpensive yet accessible hostels are in Fukuoka in this guide. You might be surprised to see most are located at the heart of the city, within walking distance from nearby stations. So have an affordable but cozy stay and spend your money on the things that matter, like tonkotsu ramen and shopping in Tenjin!
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Fukuoka Guest House Rodem
• Address: 2-4-8 Omiya, Chuo-ku
• Nearest station: 4-min. walk from Nishitetsu Hirao Sta.
• Tel.: 092-517-0280
• www.fukuoka-rodem.com
• Maximum number of nights: none
• Capacity: 60
• Rates per person/ per night: ¥2,000 ~ ¥4,000
• Room types: dormitory, twin, family room
• Age limit: ES above
• Smoking policy: smoking area available inside entry hall
Payment method: Cash only
Reception hours (curfew): Check-in: 15:00~21:00, reception desk: 9:00~21:00 (no curfew)
Reservation system/cancellation:
• 7 days in advance until date of arrival: 100% charge
• 8 days in advance and above: no charge
Facilities
• Free services: shower, hair dryer, soap, toilet, Wi-Fi, security locker
• Coin laundry: ¥200 per load (free detergent)
• Towel rental: ¥100
• Appliances: toaster, microwave, pot, refrigerator (free of charge)
• Parking lot: nearby paid parking lot available
• Bicycle rental: ¥500 per day (same-day return policy)
Nearby restaurants and shops
Udon restaurant, gyudon restaurant, ramen restaurant, Chinese restaurant, supermarket
Take a break from your jampacked sightseeing, relax, and have a memorable stay at Rodem House. The hostel promises quality service every step of the way with various room types customized for all kinds of travelers: group, couple, solo, or even families. Sightseeing magazines and maps are available at the reception, too. English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese-speaking staff are on call to make your stay a pleasant one!
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The Life Hostel & Bar Lounge
• Address: 1F, 8-13 Gion-machi, Hakata-ku
• Nearest station: 7-min. walk from Fukuoka Subway Gion Sta., 9-min. walk from JR Hakata Sta.
• Tel.: 092-292-1070
• https://thelife-hostel.com/jp
• Maximum number of nights: 21
• Capacity: 132
• Rates per person/ per night: ¥2,400 (dormitory) ~ ¥6,400 (private room)
• Room types: dormitory, private room (king, queen, double), family room
• Age limit: None
• Smoking policy: smoking area available near entrance
Payment method: Cash, credit card
Reception hours (curfew): Check-in: 16:00~22:00, reception desk: 11:00~22:00 (no curfew)
Reservation system/cancellation:
• 1 day before date of arrival: 50% refund
• 2 days before date of arrival: 100% refund
Facilities
• Free services: shower, hair dryer, shampoo, body soap, toilet, Wi-Fi, security locker, refrigerator, microwave, pot, kettle, IH stove, tableware, kitchen knife, seasoning
• Coin laundry: ¥100 per load (detergent: ¥50)
• Towel rental: ¥100~¥200
• Kitchen available
• Parking lot: nearby paid parking lot available
• Bicycle parking available
Nearby restaurants and shops
1F restaurant bar (open until 25:00)
*Bringing food allowed only to hostel guests (2F common area available)
Culture, language, and internationalization are just some values you’ll find at The Life Hostel & Bar Lounge. Meet and mingle with tourists from other countries. Hang out at the bar lounge and gallery space designed with modern touches of wood, greenery, and iron. Located in Hakata, an area with a long history of cultural exchange. Right next door and directly connected is “The Company” where working space for the mobile generation are available. A “work”, “play”, and “stay” experience can be had. Everyday feels like a Friday! English, Indonesian, and Chinese-speaking friendly staff are on hand to assist you. Feel free to ask them about anything and everything!
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WeBase Hakata
• Address: 5-9 Tenya-machi, Hakata-ku
• Nearest station: 3-min. walk from Fukuoka Subway Nakasu-Kawabata Sta.
• Tel.: 092-292-2322
• http://we-base.jp/hakata/en/index.html
• Maximum number of nights: Unlimited
• Capacity: 164
• Rates per person/ per night: ¥3,240~
• Room types: dormitory, private room
• Age limit: None (Guests up to 3 y.o. are free of charge, guests from 4 y.o. and above will be charged the same rate as adults. Guests from 18 y.o. and below incl. high school students staying on their own will need to present a letter of consent from a parent or guardian.)
• Smoking policy: smoking area available at the 9F terrace
Payment method: Cash, credit card
Reception hours (curfew): Check-in: 16:00~22:00 (no curfew)
Reservation system/cancellation:
• 1 day before date of arrival: 50% charge
• On date of arrival: 100% charge
Facilities
• Free services: shower, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, bath towel (incl. in one night stay), Wi-Fi, cabinet, security locker, library, iPad, toilet, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, pot, rice cooker, IH stove, kitchen utensils, tableware, seasoning
• Coin laundry: ¥100 per load (free detergent), dryer ¥100 (30 min.)
• Charge of ¥100 for each item: toothbrush, slippers, hair brush, razor, earplugs
• Towel rental: ¥100 (face towel, additional bath towel)
• Pajama rental: ¥300
• Kitchen available
• Parking lot: nearby paid parking lot available
This new 9-storey hostel opened on July 14, 2017 at Nakasu, one of Fukuoka’s busiest shopping districts, making it an accessible location for tourists visiting Fukuoka and Kyushu. The eye-catching statue, “Ship’s Cat”, will welcome you at the entrance. Their library lounge has over 1,500 books on offer, making it the perfect space for guests to relax or to mingle and make friends. Japanese, English, Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish, French, and Thai-speaking, friendly staff will be there to readily assist you. Mention Fukuoka Now when making a reservation and receive a special WeBase Hakata towel!
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Guest House Nakaima
• Address: 6-26 Reisen-machi, Hakata-ku
• Tel.: 092-261-5070
• Capacity: 28
• Rates per person/per night: ¥2,900~¥3,780
• guesthousenakaima.wixsite.com/nakaima
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Hakata Gofuku-machi Hostel Takataniya
• Address: 9-5 Nakagofuku-machi, Hakata-ku
• Tel.: 092-409-5747
• Capacity: 20
• Rates per person/per night: ¥3,000~3,500
• www.takataniya.com/English/pg573.html
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&And Hostel
• Address: 10-5 Kamikawabata-machi, Hakata-ku
• Tel.: 092-273-0770
• Capacity: 48
• Rates per person/per night: ¥2,500~¥6,500
• https://andhostel.jp/en/
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Harborside Guest House Minato
• Address: 8-26 Taihaku-machi, Hakata-ku
• Tel.: 092-292-1820
• Capacity: 14
• Rates per person/per night: ¥2,500~
• www.guesthouse-minato.com/home
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Tonagi Hostel & Café
• Address: 4-4-16 Chiyo, Hakata-ku
• Tel.: 092-292-4768
• Capacity: 46
• Rates per person/per night: ¥2,700~¥6,000
• www.tonagi.com
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Guest House Kaine
• Address: 5-9 Susaki-machi, Hakata-ku
• Tel.: 092-402-9888
• Capacity: 17
• Rates per person/per night: ¥2,600~¥4,500
• http://www.kaine-g.com/english/e_index.html
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Sen & Co. Hostel
• Address: 1-14-4 Tani, Chuo-ku
• Tel.: 092-741-2055
• Capacity: 14
• Rates per person/per night: ¥3,500~¥4,000
• senandco.jp
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Guest House Hokorobi
• Address: 5-4-22 Muromi, Sawara-ku
• Tel.: 092-407-6836
• Capacity: 38
• Rates per person/per night: ¥2,400~¥4,000
• http://house.cocosys.co.jp/en/
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Tabicolle Backpackers
• Address: 2F, 3-7-14 Hakataeki-minami, Hakata-ku
• Tel.: 092-473-6767
• Capacity: 18
• Rates per person/per night: ¥2,500~¥4,000
• www.tabicolle.com/en/index.html
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Costel Minoshima
• Address: 2-27-14-1 Minoshima, Hakata-ku
• Tel.: 092-985-3270
• Capacity: 7
• Rates per person/per night: ¥3,000~¥8,500
• https://www.facebook.com/COSTELMINOSHIMA/
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Women’s Backpackers Hotel Tonohime
• Address: 2F, 1-11-36 Haruyoshi, Chuo-ku
• Tel.: 092-722-5550
• Capacity: 36
• Rates per person/per night: ¥2,800~¥3,500
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Hostel Stand By Me
• Address: 1-3-22 Otemon, Chuo-ku
• Tel.: 092-791-1974
• Capacity: 35
• Rates per person/per night: ¥3,780~
• http://stand-by-me.jp/
NOTE: The information presented here was gathered and summarized by Fukuoka Now staff. While we have done our best to check for accuracy there is a possible of error and facility details may change. If you notice any errors or changes please contact us. This report was originally written in June of 2017.