Hotels near Ishimaru Central Park, Fukuoka

I visited in October 2018. It is located about ３ minutes from Hakata Station and take the subway to get off at Tangjincho Station. It is also close to Yahooku Dome and I think it is convenient for watching baseball. The room is standard impression and a bit old, but the lobby is clean and good impression. Breakfast feels a little less variety, but it is a certain extent.

I would stay here again if visiting fukuoka. Although they don't speak English and I don't speak Japanese, we got by. They are very near to 7-11 and family marts, hairdressers, uber eats deliver there. I can't say I wanted for anything. If I had a criticism, the plug sockets are the basic 2 pin and don't take the 3rd pin plug I'd seen advertised for japan and the hotel didn't have spares. I ordered some which arrived next day.

Good hotel, good location, especially to explore the west side of the city. Castle was within walking distance. The place is clean, quiet, and functional. The room is small, it was difficult with a big luggage I suspect they don't change or clean the blanket between guests (it smelled a bit, and I couldn't see any of this in clean trolleys). Even tho there is a sheet between the body and the blanket I don't find it hygienic. Because when you sit on the bed, you sit directly on the not clean blanket. Would be best to review this.

We usually stay in a newer boutique hotel in Tenjin. We had to stay in Plaza Hotel Tenjin this time since our fave hotel was fully booked. We booked two rooms - a semi double non smoking room and a double smoking room (they ran out of non smoking double rooms). Location is good. The hotel is near Akasaka station and Tenjin station. A lot of good shops and restos in the area like Ippudo, Lamp Light Books Cafe, Little Napoli, Billy's, Apple, Nike, Adidas, New Balance, Levi's, Muji, and dozens more pre-owned clothing stores. Hotel is kinda dated. As expected, the rooms are small but the bathrooms are even smaller. The bed mattresses, comforters, curtains, and carpets have seen better days. But the amenities like yukata, coffee, tea, and tons of toiletries are excellent. You can expect your room to be (limited) cleaned, i.e. replace towels, bring out the trash, and vacuum the carpet, daily between 10am and 11am only. Wish that they also replace and fix the beddings daily for long-stay guests like us. Check-in and check-out procedure was a breeze. Front desk personnel (specially the Japanese lady staffers) were very helpful specially when we needed two taxis to go to the airport during rush hour. Just like other small hotels, it has a common room with an ice machine, vending machines (for drinks), microwave oven, and coin laundry. All these were very useful and convenient to have.

Pro: The location was great, with short walking distance to subways, Tenjin underground mall, and lots of eateries. Staff speaks relatively good English and was very helpful. Con: Room size was average but manageable with 2 large suitcases. There is no driveway in front of the hotel for cars to unload the luggage. The road in front of the hotel was a narrow 2-way, so we had some difficulty unloading.

Booked one night in advance and stayed one more night. When I made an additional reservation by phone, I felt a little uneasy about the foreign front desk clerk. I was told that the rooms were full and I could not stay in the same room, but they gave me the same room. When we actually met, everyone was polite and sincere, and I was able to spend my time with peace of mind. It seems that there is no courier service, so I asked for it at the 7-Eleven on the first floor. It's a room without meals, but there's a 7-Eleven, so it's convenient ♪

My second visit to Fukuoka, but first time trying out the Crowne Plaza, as I was in town to catch the Cirque du Soleil show Kurious in Fukuoka. I took a taxi from the airport as many travelers recommended this and the distance is quite near, as Fukuoka is not a big city. However, one could also take the subway from the airport as it’s just a couple of stop to Hakata station. The hotel is about ten minutes walk from Hakata station, may take longer if it’s your first time. Most of the staff here are very friendly and helpful, I was checked in quickly and, thr room size is very large if one compares with most Japanese hotels. Room was super clean and everything works well inside. Sleep comfort was very good as well, and the breakfast room on the lobby level was very good as well, a great combination of local and western favorites. Don’t miss a wonderful ramen shop near the hotel near Hakataekimae, it’s called Hakata Ikkousha Sohonten can can be found on Yelp! It’s where the locals go, and so much better than the overrated Ichiran. I would definitely return again in the future.

Room is clean, not huge but sufficient size. Great service, as I forgot my toiletry bag in Tokyo before arriving in Fukuoka and the front desk lady was able to call the Tokyo hotel and have them locate and secure the bag for me to pick up later. Offers welcome soba (21:00-23:00) and welcome drink (15:00-23:00). Also has a a Photo Booth to take welcome photos (picture quality is not great so more for fun) and a Gacha machine to dispense welcome gifts for kids. The lobby area has a huge long desk with many seatings, as well as a nice little library.

One of the great choice for the hotel near Hakata station. Just 10 mins walk to Hakata station or green line subway. There's minimart just across the road. Less than 5 mins walk to grocery store or amous ramen also good izakaya. Hotel is look new and very clean. No smoking smell. Hotel staff are great service and speak English. There's a free soft drinks bar at 14th floor. Also free public bath both indoor and outdoor anyway it's not big and alway crowded. For me, I don't have any problems with noise or sound from outside. In room is quiet. Due to the building is open area, you have to walk outside to the lift but just 10 sec. For me there's no problem with cold at all. Room, toilet is very clean and look new. Shower is very strong (I like it) and very hot that good for winter. Room also bigger than I thought. Bed is comfortable. Breakfast is very nice but we have to book a time schedule because many guests in a hotel. Overall I will recommend this holiday.