Kitakyushu

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A traditional Japanese castle with a stone wall and a river in the foreground.
A river with traditional architecture on one side and modern buildings on the other.
A dinosaur skeleton exhibit in a museum.
A train on an elevated track with modern buildings in the background.
A space shuttle launch pad with a roller coaster nearby.

Where to stay in Kitakyushu

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A traditional Japanese building with a multi-tiered roof, a stone wall, and a person in a kimono riding a bicycle with a guide.

Kokura

Well-liked for its breweries and hot springs, Kokura is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Kokura Castle and Tanga Market, and jump on the metro at Tanga Station to get around the city.

A sunset over a bridge with a river below.
Photo by Shoko Yoshimura
Open Photo by Shoko Yoshimura

Moji

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Moji. You might want to make time for a stop at Moji Port or Mojiko Retro.

A multi-tiered waterfall in a forested area with rocky terrain and lush greenery.

Kokuraminami Ward

Check out the parks during your time in Kokuraminami Ward. Hop around the Kitakyushu area on the metro at Yobuno Station to see top sights like Kokura Racecourse and Hiraodai Countryside Park.

A brightly lit historic building with a green roof and a covered courtyard.

Yahatanishi

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Yahatanishi. You might want to make time for a stop at Shiroyama Ryokuchi Park or Edo Light Museum.

A museum with dinosaur skeletons on display.

Yahatahigashi

Well-liked for its mountain views and museums, Yahatahigashi is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mt. Sarakura and Museum of Natural and Human History, and jump on the metro at Edamitsu Station to get around the city.

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura

JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura

4 out of 5
Asano 1-1-1, Kokurakita-ku Kitakyushu Fukuoka
The price is AED 215 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
AED 215
AED 237 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
JR Kyushu Station Hotel Kokura
Premier Hotel Mojiko

Premier Hotel Mojiko

4 out of 5
9-11, Minato-machi Kitakyushu Fukuoka-ken
The price is AED 194 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
AED 194
AED 235 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Quiet, comfortable, and clean place to stay. The hotel is located by the port and has a nice view. Parking was easy. The breakfast buffet was limited in variety, but it had some local cuisine."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Premier Hotel Mojiko
Hotel Relief Kokura Annex

Hotel Relief Kokura Annex

3 out of 5
12-16 Konyamachi, Kokurakita-ku Kitakyushu Fukuoka
The price is AED 135 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
AED 135
AED 148 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tanga Market and Amu Plaza Kokura are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (258 reviews)
"Room was moist with poor ventilation. Also can’t go in the lobby before check in or after check out without an additional charge. Lobby is nice."

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Hotel Relief Kokura Annex
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Rakuten STAY Kokura Station

Rakuten STAY Kokura Station

3 out of 5
1-chome-3-14 Komemachi Kokurakita Ward Kitakyushu Fukuoka
Stay at this aparthotel in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Amu Plaza Kokura ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (300 reviews)
"Location was ideal for our four night stay. Located a short walk from Kokura Station, we were able to get checked in and into a restaurant for dinner within 45 mins of arriving by train from Osaka. Room was clean, and adequate in size for four adults. There was no servicing of the room during the ..."

Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Rakuten STAY Kokura Station
GRAND BASE Mojiko

GRAND BASE Mojiko

3 out of 5
11-28 Nishikimachi Kitakyushu Fukuoka
Stay at this apartment in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and slippers. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (123 reviews)
"Mojiko offers an intriguing destination for visitors. However, this property requires significant updating. The furnishings show considerable wear, with noticeable stains and odors on both the sofa and carpeting. The inadequate soundproofing of windows allows excessive street noise to penetrate the ..."

Reviewed on 3 November 2024

GRAND BASE Mojiko
FUKUOKA MOJIKO Stay

FUKUOKA MOJIKO Stay

3 out of 5
3-16 Moji Honmachi Kitakyushu Fukuoka
Stay at this apartment in Kitakyushu. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and Netflix. Popular attractions Karato Fish Market and Kyushu Railway Memorial are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
"値段相応。事前に入室暗証番号が送られて来ず、電話で問い合わせが必要だった。口コミにあったチェックインは事前に行なっていたためか不要だった。室内は広く、綺麗だったが防音はイマイチ。値段相応だが夜中も上の階の足音が響き渡っていた。電気のスイッチ位置が微妙で全て入り口付近にあった。付近の有料駐車場はゴールデンウィーク中のためか割高で2,000円近くした。周りがうるさい客ではなかったのでまだ大丈夫だったが、それ次第では酷い状況になり得ると思う。"

Reviewed on 6 May 2026

FUKUOKA MOJIKO Stay
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Stay near popular Kitakyushu attractions

A waterfront cityscape with a mix of historic and modern buildings, a red boat docked at the pier, and a clear blue sky.

Mojiko Retro

8.8/10 (522 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Kitakyushu when you take a trip to Mojiko Retro. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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