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Ryokan Wataya

3.5 star property
Riverwalk ryokan in Karatsu with free parking

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Public bath
Japanese Room 15 Tatami Mats with Castle view
Japanese Room 8 Tatami Mats with bath room
Front of property
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$331
21 Oct - 22 Oct

Explore the area

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5-10 Daimyokoji, Karatsu, Saga, 847-0012
  • Place, Karatsu Shrine
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Karatsu Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Niji-no-Matsubara
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fukuoka (FUK)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Japanese Room 8 Tatami Mats

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Japanese Room 10 Tatami Mats

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

About the area

Karatsu

At Ryokan Wataya you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Hikiyama Exhibition Hall and Karatsu Shrine. Highlights at this ryokan include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This ryokan has free WiFi in public areas, a garden and free newspapers in the lobby. Other amenities include wedding services, luggage storage and a front desk safe. Japanese breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Karatsu ryokan include Genkai and Former Takatori House.

What's nearby

  • Karatsu Shrine - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Karatsu Castle - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Niji-no-Matsubara - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Nijino Matsubara - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Yobuko Morning Market - 15 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Watada Station - 19 min walk
  • Fukuoka (FUK) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪御宿 海舟 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪いざかや 風林火山 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪からつバーガー 中町店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪龍虎軒 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪スタンドニュー丸八 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Ryokan Wataya

Riverwalk ryokan in Karatsu with free parking
Ryokan Wataya offers its guests hot springs. WiFi is free in public spaces. Ryokan Wataya also features a garden, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a front desk safe. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Karatsu ryokan.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Ryokan Wataya offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, slippers, bidets and toilets with an electronic bidet. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. There are hot springs on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,200 for adults and JPY 1,200 for children

Things to do

  • Hot springs

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public bath open from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • In-room dining only
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: from approximately JPY 1200 for adults and from JPY 1200 for children

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for private bath/onsen. For reservations, contact the ryokan before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining).
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Ryokan Wataya Karatsu
Wataya Karatsu
Wataya
Ryokan Wataya Ryokan
Ryokan Wataya Karatsu
Ryokan Wataya Ryokan Karatsu

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ryokan Wataya?

Ryokan Wataya offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ryokan Wataya?

As of 12 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ryokan Wataya on 21 Oct 2025 start from NZ$330.50, 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.

Is parking available at Ryokan Wataya?

Yep, Ryokan Wataya has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Ryokan Wataya?

The closest beach to Ryokan Wataya is Imari Beach Park (15.8 km).

Does Ryokan Wataya serve breakfast?

Yep, Japanese breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ryokan Wataya?

No, Ryokan Wataya does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ryokan Wataya?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ryokan Wataya?

No, pets are not allowed.