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Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae

2.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Canal City Hakata

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Daily buffet breakfast (JPY 1000 per person)
Property entrance
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$162
10 Nov - 11 Nov

Explore the area

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3-8-18 Hakata-ekimae, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka-ken, 8120011
  • Place, Canal City Hakata
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Marine Messe Fukuoka
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fukuoka (FUK)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 1

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Semi Double Room Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Semi Double Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Fukuoka

At Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Canal City Hakata and Hakataza Theatre. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other amenities include laundry facilities, luggage storage and a lift. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. .With a stay at this Hakata Ward hotel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Port of Hakata and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Marine Messe Fukuoka.

What's nearby

  • Canal City Hakata - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hakataza Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Marine Messe Fukuoka - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Port of Hakata - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Hakata Station - 4 min walk
  • Kushida Shrine Station - 10 min walk
  • Fukuoka (FUK) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪博多一幸舎 (Hakata Ikkousha) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪内田家 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪クラブラウンジ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪元祖ぴかいち - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Canal City Hakata
As a guest of Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Fukuoka hotel.

  • 118 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae offers 118 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary slippers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and bidets.

This Fukuoka hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 1,003 reviews
The price is NZ$105
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,000 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax will be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200–500 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 1000 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Smile Hakata Ekimae
Smile Hakata Ekimae Fukuoka
Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae Hotel
Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae Fukuoka
Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae Hotel Fukuoka

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

As of 11 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae on 10 Nov 2025 start from NZ$161.78, 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 Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

The closest beach to Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae is Momochi Beach (6.1 km).

Does Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

No, Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

No, pets are not allowed.

Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 978 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 443 out of 978 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 978 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 978 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 978 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TIMOTHY, Westport

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfortable bed and good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomani

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Value stay in Fukuoka.

Nice stay best value for the area when I was searching Good size room for 2 people. Very convienent to JR station. 8 min walk
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

PEIYIN

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

No Wifi security. No stay here anymore.

Wifi is unsecured without password. Biggest no no. Will not stay in Smile anymore. C’mon, isn’t this a common protocol, internet hygiene factor?
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carson

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Easy access to all places

Very convenient in access to eating and shopping areas. Close to main train and bus station.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vincent

Staff members is ok , but we didn’t get any room cleaning for staying 4 nights .
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to many restaurants and station. Little loud at night from people at a popular ramen shop across from hotel, but it was mostly fine. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for the money. Be sure to buy a voucher for breakfast a day before to save 300 yen.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

evelyn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

James, Koriyama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, lots of dining options in the area and not too far from Hakata train station!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Man Hei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

budget stay

it is a budget hotel that i would recommend for business trip or young folks, definitely not for couple
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

nelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I got fresh towels everyday👍. The hotel is very near Hakata Station. A popular local ramen shop is just around the corner of the hotel. A local bus stop is just one block away. Very comfortable place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice little hotel near the station and easy access to the centre of town, staff were polite and friendly and apart from lack of storage space for clothes (a normal thing in Japan hotels) everything was really good.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
i like that you can see the status of the washing machine and dryers on the TV in your room (although I didn't find it until the second night).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kuuleimomi P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

ナスラ, 熊本

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciated how welcoming the staff was, and how comfortable the room was. The breakfast was very delicious as well. I think it would be nice to extend the breakfast time to 10:00.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

YUJUNGw

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Fung

Disliked: Staff & service
No luggage rack, no coffee, no shaving cream...If I can book it again, I won't book it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Good to stay at Smile

Convenient for transportation & delicious Fukuoka foods
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019