Fukuoka No.1 Hotel: A Luxurious Stay in the Heart of Fukuoka

1. Location and Transportation • Advantages: The hotel is located in the central area of Fukuoka at Imagawa 1-3-3, within a 5-minute walk to attractions like Fukuoka Dome and Ohori Park, and about a 10-minute drive to subway stations (such as Nishitetsu “Hirao Station”). The surrounding area has convenient transportation. Some guests mentioned that it only takes a few minutes to walk to CANAL CITY HAKATA shopping center. • Disadvantages: It is relatively far from Fukuoka Airport (about 7.2 km), requiring reliance on taxis or airport buses. 2. Rooms and Facilities • Room Types and Space: The hotel offers various room types, including Double Room A (14㎡), Double Room B (15㎡), and Economy Room (12㎡). Some room types are equipped with a kitchen, washing machine, and private bathroom (with bathtub and hairdryer). The rooms are compact but fully functional, suitable for single or double occupancy. • Facilities: Each room provides free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, and toiletries. Some room types include a capsule coffee machine and a minibar. The hotel also offers laundry service, a self-service laundry room, and luggage storage service. 3. Service and Experience • Front Desk Service: The 24-hour front desk offers multilingual services (Chinese, English, etc.), with efficient check-in. Some guests mentioned that the staff are warm and attentive. • Breakfast and Dining: The hotel offers a buffet breakfast with Japanese and Western dishes (such as bread, pancakes, and salads), but some guests found the variety limited. The surrounding area has abundant dining options, such as nearby udon noodle shops and restaurants in CANAL CITY HAKATA mall. • Special Services: Late check-out is supported, and some room types offer views of the city nightscape. 4. Guest Reviews and Value for Money • Rating: The overall rating is about 7.9/8.5 (based on 412 reviews), with high scores for cleanliness, comfort, and location, but slightly lower scores for value for money (7.9/8.3). • Value for Money: Most guests find the price reasonable, especially recommending it for business trips or short stays. Some guests mentioned that the facilities are relatively new, but the cleanliness details decline after long-term stays. 5. Shortcomings and Improvement Suggestions • Transportation Convenience: Some guests reported that the walk to the subway station is a bit far, recommending carrying light luggage. • Breakfast Options: The breakfast variety in the hotel is limited, recommending nearby dining options (such as Brassely Siara restaurant in Deichohama). • Facility Maintenance: Some guests mentioned issues such as stains on the bathroom door frame and missing shower caps, suggesting strengthening daily cleaning. Summary Fukuoka No.1 Hotel is suitable for travelers seeking convenient transportation, a comfortable environment, and basic services, especially recommended for business trips or short stays. Despite some minor shortcomings, the overall value for money is high, and the hotel continues to improve its services.