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Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae

Property class: 2.5

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A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.
A long, narrow hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden panel walls, and doors on both sides.
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, bedside tables, and a window with curtains.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a bench, and a waiting area with a glass partition.
A modern elevator with a control panel and a luggage cart.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$146
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

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3-8-18 Hakata-ekimae, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka-ken, 8120011
  • Place, Amu Plaza Hakata
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Canal City Hakata
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kushida Shrine
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fukuoka (FUK)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, and a window with curtains.

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two single beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Miscellaneous

Single Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Miscellaneous

Double Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Fukuoka

At Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Canal City Hakata and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Port of Hakata. 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 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Hakata Ward hotel include Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum and Tenjin Underground Mall.

What's nearby

  • Amu Plaza Hakata - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Canal City Hakata - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sumiyoshi Shrine - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kushida Shrine - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Hakata Station - 4 min walk
  • Gion Station - 6 min walk
  • Fukuoka (FUK) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪内田家 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪博多一幸舎 (Hakata Ikkousha) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪クラウンカフェ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪SHAKE SHACK 博多店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪元祖ぴかいち - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae

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 request.

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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 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,300 to 1,500 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 on request

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

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: approximately JPY 1300 to 1500 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. 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 7 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae on 12 Oct 2026 start from NZ$146, 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 6:30 AM to 9:30 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. 427 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 443 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1012 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfortable bed and good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location and friendly staff! Room is also very clean as well
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect hotel, clean room and bathroom. Excellent location just a few minutes walk to Hakata. Ideal for a solo traveler.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, clean, deep bathtub. Great location. Nice staff. Can use Netflix on telly.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and location of hotel is good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable. Friendly and helpful staff helped make our stay very enjoyable. Close proximity to the Hakata Station was excellent and we often ate at the many restaurants in and around the station.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our time staying at Smile Hotel was good. The staff was helpful especially when I was having trouble.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s really convenience location n room size so good enough to us for 2 luggage to open , nice!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the JR and Metro station
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great hotel

Totally it’s a great hotel in service, cleanliness and location. Only the space of room is too small, it didn’t have space to open the 29 inch luggage box
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Staff is helpful. There is a 24hrs supermarket nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, everything was as expected. Good bed, sleep mode for the air conditioner. If you want a beer or other alcohol, there is a vending machine for that in the foyer. The only thing that wasn't good was the noise of the fridge when in operation. Would definetly come again!

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