Nishitetsu Hotel Croom Hakata Gion Kushida Shrine Mae

Great location, almost right in front of the nearest subway exit!The stylish exterior features tasteful greenery, and the open-air café on the ground floor stays open late. I had a lovely time relaxing there with a craft beer!The room was a little small but functional and easy to use.The communal bath had plenty of washing stations, and the semi-open-air bath was delightful, with stylish décor and the soothing sound of water cascading down the wall. If I had to suggest one improvement, a bench or chair in the semi-outdoor area for relaxing would have made it perfect! (There is no sauna, though...)The staff were wonderful. I would love to stay here again on my next visit to Fukuoka, and I would recommend this hotel to friends.

I came to Fukuoka for the first time for a live concert trip. I chose this hotel because it’s just a 1-minute walk from Kushida Shrine, and it really is—once you exit from Exit 5, it’s right in front of you. Canal City Hakata is also close by. The room was more compact than I expected, but it was clean, and I loved that you take off your shoes at the entrance. There was tatami flooring, and the bed was low (so it feels safe even if you’re staying with children). Above all, it was a very relaxing room.However, since my knee was slightly injured, the chair in the room felt like an awkward height and made it hard to stand up. It made me think I might have been better off with a standard room. If you have back or knee problems, this chair might be tough.Still, I enjoyed taking my time in the large public bath. On the way back, I tried walking to Hakata Station and it took less than 10 minutes—I couldn’t believe how quickly I arrived. It’s a very convenient and great hotel. It’s definitely a place that makes me want to stay again when I come back to Hakata. Thank you very much.