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Fukuoka: 16 Hot Spring Hotels and Day-Trip Spa Facilities in 2024
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Fukuoka boasts trendy city hot spring hotels, quaint suburban inns, and budget-friendly spas. Discover why it's called Kyushu's hidden "hot spring capital" with the 16 facilities featured in this article.
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I am currently working as the Taiwan version editor for MATCHA. I am from Changhua County and during my time in Taiwan, I worked as a domestic Japanese tour guide and in interview PR for a Japanese television station. I am skilled at arranging travel itineraries, particularly for food and hot spring-related attractions. My interests include photography, especially food and portrait photography. Due to my age and my fondness for places like bars and izakayas, I call myself 'Matcha Uncle'.
Fukuoka: Kyushu's Hidden Hot Spring Haven
Fukuoka, known for its culinary delights, is also hailed as Kyushu’s hidden gem of hot springs. The city boasts modern hot spring hotels known for their convenient locations, sleek design, and trendy ambiance.
In the suburbs of Fukuoka, such as the areas housing the Harazuru Onsen and Asakura Onsen, traditional Japanese-style ryokans dominate the hot spring resort scene. For those seeking to save money and time, consider utilizing day-use hot spring facilities.
1. Convenient Transportation! 6 Hot Spring Hotels Near Hakata, Fukuoka
2. Serene Japanese Ambiance! 5 Hot Spring Ryokans in the Suburbs of Fukuoka
3. Great Value for Money! 5 Day-Use Hot Springs in Fukuoka
Convenient Transportation! 6 Hot Spring Hotels Near Hakata, Fukuoka
If you want to save travel time and enjoy a hot spring experience, consider staying at the convenient hot spring hotels in central Fukuoka. These hotels not only offer extraordinary bathing facilities but also serve a variety of local Fukuoka delicacies.
1. Miyako Hotel Hakata: Only 1 Minute Walk from Hakata Station
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Miyako Hotel Hakata is just a minute walk from the Chikushi Exit of Hakata Station. The hotel's entrance directly connects to the station's underground walkway, making it convenient for leisure and business travelers.
This hotel, drawing natural hot spring water from its basement, features a rooftop hot spring spa area where guests can enjoy facilities like a hot spring swimming pool, reclining baths, massage pools, night view baths, foot baths, and more.
Additionally, it offers six special rooms with balconies providing breathtaking views of Fukuoka's urban landscape.
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2. Dormy Inn Premium Hakata Canal City Mae: Indulge in The Local Flavors of Fukuoka!
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Dormy Inn Premium Hakata Canal City Mae is located near the Hakata Canal City, a shopping haven in Fukuoka, making it a top choice for shoppers visiting the city. Apart from its affordable rates, the hot spring facility doesn't compromise on quality, offering a comprehensive range of baths. This includes indoor baths, outdoor baths, saunas, cold baths, and more.
The hotel's breakfast surprises guests with various local Fukuoka delicacies like Gyu-tan (beef tongue) hot pot and Mizutaki chicken hot pot made with Kyushu's succulent Hinai-jidori chicken.
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3. Dormy Inn Hakata Gion: Japanese-Style Accommodation with Rock Baths
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At Dormy Inn Hakata Gion, the Miyako no Yu hot spring facility is similar to the one at the Dormy Inn Premium Hakata Canal City mentioned above. It features indoor baths, outdoor baths, saunas, and more, but with a unique touch in the outdoor bathing area.
There are rock baths made of natural rocks, enhancing the traditional Japanese ambiance. Guests can also relish a delicious breakfast highlighting Fukuoka's local cuisine.
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4. Natural Hot Spring Yaoji Hakata Hotel: Fukuoka's First Discovered Hot Spring!
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Before the hotel's construction, plans were initiated to excavate hot springs. After about six months of excavation work, a rich spring was discovered at a depth of 1257 meters in 1998, marking Fukuoka's first significant source capable of providing stable hot spring baths.
Natural Hot Spring Yaoji Hakata Hotels' hot spring baths are indoor only and feature a sleek and modern design. The bathing facilities were renovated in 2019, ensuring a fresh and revitalized bathing experience.
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5. Hotel Resol Trinity Hakata: Views of Tenjin Night Cityscape from the Onsen
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Located just a minute's walk from Nakasu-Kawabata Station, Hotel Resol Trinity Hakata features an observatory hot spring on its 14th floor, offering panoramic views of Tenjin and the Nishi-Nakasu area.
This artificial hot spring uses natural stones from Niigata Prefecture to recreate the natural phenomenon of hot spring water. The hotel boasts a diverse buffet-style breakfast, overseen by a nutritionist. There are around 30 meal varieties, including a must-try Hakata delicacy, Karashi Mentaiko (hot pepper cured cod roe).
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6. Super Hotel Premier Hakataeki: A Chance Encounter with Popular Anime Characters?
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Just an 8-minute walk from Hakata Station's Chikushi Exit, the Super Hotel Premier Hakataeki offers a natural hot spring. Currently, the hot spring facilities provide indoor baths only, featuring a sophisticated feel with black-tiled pool surroundings.
In addition to excellent hot spring amenities, the hotel recently collaborated with the popular anime series Attack on Titan, featuring specially designed artwork by the author adorning the room walls, creating a buzz online.
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Serene Japanese Ambiance! 5 Hot Spring Ryokans in the Suburbs of Fukuoka
If you prefer traditional Japanese-style accommodation, the hot spring ryokans a bit further from Fukuoka city center might be your ideal choice!
In Fukuoka's suburbs, you can find open-air baths akin to jungles or scenic baths overlooking pastoral landscapes. It's perfect for experiencing Japanese tranquility and beauty.
7. Harazuru Onsen Taizensou: Jungle-Style Pools with a Waterslide?
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Taizensou at Harazuru Onsen is renowned for its unique and playful pools. The most popular among guests is the Jungle Bath, designed like a tropical rainforest and even features a waterslide.
Additionally, there are diverse pools such as the Kappa Bath, named after the Chikugo River Kappa myth, and the private outdoor bath Kiryu no Yu with a traditional Japanese garden. Noteworthy is the spacious and elegant VIP room Kouno Ma, which hosted the former Emperor and Empress of Japan (currently the Emperor Emeritus and Empress Emeritus) during the Arbor Day celebrations in 1992, showcasing its royal approval for its exceptional accommodations.
8. Harazuru Onsen Rokuhokan: All Rooms with River and Countryside Views
Rokuhokan offers communal baths with a Bamboo Charcoal Bath and a Hinoki Cypress Bath on the first floor. There's an outdoor bath with a garden view and another Hinoki Cypress Outdoor Bath on the fourth floor. The Bamboo Charcoal Bath is known for its purported negative ion effects and combined with the skin-beautifying effects, guests can rejuvenate after their soak.
In terms of accommodations, there are 15 uniquely themed rooms, all featuring views of the river and countryside. In November 2022, they renovated the special room type with a Natural Spring Flow Outdoor Hinoki Cypress Bath.
Address: 1840 Hakigi Hukimiya, Asakura, Fukuoka 838-1514
Transportation: Approximately 60 minutes by car (or bus) from Fukuoka Airport
9. Harazuru Onsen Hotel Parens Onoya: Rare Tatami-style Indoor Bath
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At Hotel Parens Onoya, the design of the hot spring pond is quite ingenious. In the outdoor bathing area, there is a Japanese-style garden outdoor bath, providing a refreshing and spacious feeling during the day and a dreamy atmosphere when lit up at night.
Concerned about the risk of slips and falls on the stone washbasins, the establishment has especially used a unique tatami material in the indoor bath area that is soft, non-slippery, comfortable to sit on, and offers excellent ventilation.
For accommodations, the renovated Taigetsuan, a 60-year-old detached building, stands out. Renovated in 2017 to blend traditional Japanese and modern design, it not only features a natural hot spring bath but also offers a fusion of Japanese and Western cuisine. This includes Wagyu teppanyaki and abalone sashimi prepared by skillful chefs.
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10. Asakura Onsen Akizuki Hisashioritei: All Rooms Equipped With Independent Indoor Baths in Detached Buildings
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The guest rooms at Akizuki Hisashioritei are in a secluded traditional detached house style, each equipped with a spring-fed rock bath. Guests of Akizuki Hisaoritei can use it for free alongside visiting the public bathhouse operated by the same group near the inn, known as Akizuki no Yu.
There is an open-air bath where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Japanese Alps. Additionally, the inn's restaurant Tenki offers Goto Udon noodles made with a broth rich in fish ingredients.
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11. Shigashima Onsen Kyukamura Shikanoshima: Experience the Beautiful Sunset of the Genkai Sea
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Kyukamura Shikanoshima is located to the north of Hakata Bay. The communal outdoor bath is the only hot spring on Shigashima Island. From the spacious outdoor bath, you can enjoy a view of the crystal-clear sea during the day and the beautiful sunset over the Genkai Sea. At night, you can gaze at the starry sky.
Accommodation options include modern Ryukyu-style tatami mat rooms, Japanese-Western rooms, and Western-style rooms. When it comes to dining, you can savor delicious dishes like seafood bowls made from seafood caught near Kyushu.
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Great Value for Money! 5 Budget-Friendly Day Spas in Fukuoka
If budget constraints prevent you from choosing a hot spring hotel in Fukuoka city or a hot spring inn in the suburbs, consider visiting affordable day spas in Fukuoka. This is where you can experience various types of baths and spring qualities.
12. Hakata Yufuin Takeo Onsen Manyo no Yu: Experience Hot Springs from Yufuin and Takeo in Hakata
Hakata Yufuin Takeo Onsen Manyo no Yu, as the name suggests, brings authentic hot springs from the renowned hot spring areas of Kyushu (Yufuin Onsen in Oita Prefecture and Takeo Onsen in Saga Prefecture) to Fukuoka City for visitors to enjoy.
The open-air baths use the smooth, skin-friendly waters of Yufuin Onsen, while the indoor communal bath features the clear, gentle waters of Takeo Onsen. This facility allows guests to experience two different types of hot springs in one place, making it a worthwhile visit!
Address: Fukuoka, Hakata-ku, Toyosu 2-3-66
Access: Take a free shuttle bus from Hakata Station, Tenjin Station, or Nakasu-Kawabata Station (about 10 minutes)
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13. Portside Hot Spring Hagoyu no Yu: Greenery Open-Air Baths and Rich Bedrock Bathing
Benefiting from the blessings of nature, the source of the hot springs at Portside Hot Spring Hagoyu no Yu originates from 800 meters underground, producing an astonishing volume of approximately 400 liters per minute.
In addition to indoor communal baths, there are outdoor baths with different temperature settings and natural flow from the source. Furthermore, the outdoor bath area features a pottery-style bath for guests to enjoy a unique open-air bathing experience.
Additionally, the facility includes a special area for bedrock bathing utilizing seven different types of medicinal stones, offering a therapeutic space for deep relaxation.
Address: Fukuoka, Hakata-ku, Tsukikominatocho 13-1
Access: Approximately 18 minutes on foot from Nakasu-Kawabata Station
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14. Route Inn Grantia Dazaifu: Experience the Enigmatic Cave Bath
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Route Inn is a well-known business hotel chain in Japan, and the Grantia Dazaifu branch boasts the only natural hot spring in Dazaifu city, called Mikasa no Yu. The bathing facilities include a spacious indoor bath and a sunny outdoor bath area, featuring a peculiar cave bath.
Unlike typical outdoor baths where you can see your surroundings clearly, the interior of the cave bath is dimly lit, offering bathers a unique bathing experience in a dark environment.
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15. Nokagawa Kiyotaki: Mild Spring Ideal for Everyone from Children to the Elderly
Nokagawa Kiyotaki utilizes springs emerging from the foothills of Mt. Shizun in Fukuoka. The spring water is smooth, comfortable, and has a low level of stimulation, making it ideal for individuals of all ages, from children to seniors. In contrast to the usual indoor baths with low ceilings that can feel oppressive, Nokagawa Kiyotaki's indoor bath boasts a seven-meter high ceiling.
It also features an electric bath that uses a weak electric current for a massaging effect. The outdoor bath, particularly the Takami open-air bath constructed with rocks (offering views of an artificial waterfall), and the special wooden circular bath made from hollowed-out logs are popular bathing areas.
Address: 326 Minamisoneri, Naka River City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Access: Take a free shuttle bus from Nishitetsu Ohashi Station (approximately 30 minutes)
16. Hoshi no Onsenkan KIRARA: Star-Gazing and Forest Bathing
Hoshi no Onsenkan KIRARA, located in Hoshino Village, Fukuoka, is a day spa facility located within the Ikenoyama Resort, offering expansive indoor baths where visitors can marvel at natural village landscapes in 180 degrees and open-air baths with refreshing air and wide-ranging views.
The outdoor baths include the Observatory Bath (Miharashi no Yu) with a view of the star-filled sky and the Forest Bath (Mori no Yu) composed of rugged rocks and trees. Additionally, there are two differently designed private bathhouses available for use.
Address: 10780-58 Hoshino Village, Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Access: Take a bus from JR Hainuzuka Station to Fukushima Bus Stop in Yame City (about 20 minutes). Then transfer to a bus heading to Hoshino from Fukushima Bus Stop and alight at the Ikenoyama-mae Bus Stop (about 80 minutes).
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Explore the Hidden Hot Spring Capital of Kyushu, Fukuoka!
Fukuoka, known for its delicious cuisine, offers metropolitan hot spring hotels in prime locations and picturesque Japanese hot spring inns in suburban areas. Additionally, there are many day spa facilities in Fukuoka with excellent facilities at affordable prices. When you visit Fukuoka next time, consider embarking on a journey of hot springs and gourmet food!
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I am currently working as the Taiwan version editor for MATCHA. I am from Changhua County and during my time in Taiwan, I worked as a domestic Japanese tour guide and in interview PR for a Japanese television station. I am skilled at arranging travel itineraries, particularly for food and hot spring-related attractions. My interests include photography, especially food and portrait photography. Due to my age and my fondness for places like bars and izakayas, I call myself 'Matcha Uncle'.
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