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Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae

2.5 star property

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Restaurant
Hallway
Reception
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior detail

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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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, Sumiyoshi Shrine
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fukuoka (FUK)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 137 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Double Room, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 166 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 199 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Fukuoka

Located in Hakata Ward within a short walk of Canal City Hakata, Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Port of Hakata. Each of the 118 rooms at this hotel includes a refrigerator, an electric kettle, and a flat-screen TV.

What's nearby

  • Amu Plaza Hakata - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Canal City Hakata - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sumiyoshi Shrine - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kushida Shrine - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fukuoka Anpanman Children's Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Hakata Station - 4 min walk
  • Kushida Shrine Station - 10 min walk
  • Fukuoka Airport (FUK) - 14 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
  • ‪はじめの一歩 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lounge - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae

Guests staying at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, slippers, and bidets. Refrigerators, electric kettles, and phones are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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

  • Elevator

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-5:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Are free cancellation options available at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae on Apr 27, 2026 start from $75, 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.

What can I see within easy reach of Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

This hotel is situated in Hakata Ward, just steps from Amu Plaza Hakata, and within a 10-minute walk of Canal City Hakata and Rakusuien Gardens. You'll also find Marine Messe Fukuoka and Port of Hakata within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae have a casino on the premises?

No, Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like in-room massages and slippers as well as a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae.

Are there connecting rooms at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

The closest major airport to Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae is Fukuoka Airport (FUK), which is 2.1 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae.

Smile Hotel Hakata Ekimae Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 416 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 449 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Traveled with family
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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled 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 traveler

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

Traveled 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 traveler

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 traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019