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Yoyokaku

3.5 star property
3.5-star Karatsu ryokan with conference centre

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Yoyokaku

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Hallway
Exterior
Free WiFi
Buffet
Hair dryer, slippers, bidet, towels

Overview of Yoyokaku

9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
9.4/10 Exceptional

Property highlights

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
Map
Higashi 2-4-40, Karatsu, Saga-ken, 847-0017
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Spa tub
  • Conference centre
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe
  • Meeting room
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Free self-parking

Room options

Japanese Room, 8 Tatami-mats, Shared Bathroom with Halfboard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Japanese Room, 8 Tatami-mats with Half Board

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Japanese Room, 8 Tatami-mats, Shared Bathroom with Breakfast

  • Sleeps 3
  • 4 Single Futons

Japanese Room, 8 + 6 Tatami-mats with Half Board

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Japanese Room, 10 Tatami-mats with Breakfast

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Japanese Room, 8 + 6 Tatami-mats with Breakfast

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Japanese Room, 8 Tatami-mats with Breakfast

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Japanese Room, 10 Tatami-mats with Half Board

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

About this area

Getting around

  • Fukuoka (FUK) - 66 min drive
  • Saga (HSG-Ariake Saga) - 76 min drive
  • Karatsu Hamasaki Station - 10 min drive
  • Watada Station - 14 min walk
  • Shikaka Station - 16 min drive
  • Free train station pickup
  • Free train station drop-off

Restaurants

  • 吉野家 - 14 min walk
  • Tea&Space基幸庵 - 2 min walk
  • ロッテリア 唐津松浦橋店 - 13 min walk
  • レストラン月波楼 - 11 min walk
  • やはぎ - 18 min walk

About this property

Yoyokaku

When visiting Karatsu, Yoyokaku is a great choice to consider. The hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day, and freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks.

Languages

English, Japanese, Korean

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Follows the regional cleaning and disinfection practices of Coronavirus Guidelines (Japan)

Social distancing

Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitiser provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 19 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3 PM until 7:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • This property offers train station pickup service from Karatsu Station only.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired Internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free uncovered on-site self-parking

Transfers

  • Free train station shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9 AM

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • Built in 1912
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Hot tub

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Turndown service

Freshen up

  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tatami (woven mat floors)

Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath. This service features separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM.

Fees & policies

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property, and commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays.

Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitiser; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; masks are required in public areas.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Coronavirus Guidelines (Japan) guidelines.

Policies

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property does not have lifts.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property provides Japanese futons based on the number of adults in the reservation.

Also known as

Yoyokaku Inn Karatsu
Yoyokaku Inn
Yoyokaku Karatsu
Yoyokaku Ryokan
Yoyokaku Karatsu
Yoyokaku Ryokan Karatsu

Frequently asked questions

Does Yoyokaku offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Yoyokaku does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Yoyokaku?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Yoyokaku?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Yoyokaku?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Yoyokaku?
You can check in from 3 PM - 7:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Yoyokaku and nearby?
Yoyokaku has a hot tub and a garden.
What's the area around Yoyokaku like?
Yoyokaku is a short 11-minute walk from Niji-no-Matsubara and 12 minutes' walk from Karatsu Castle.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

I live in Japan, and this is my favorite place where to stay. Five generations have kept and expanded this ryokan from its humble beginnings as a restaurant more than a hundred and twenty years ago, traces of which can still be appreciated at the front structure of the complex. Inside you will be greeted by an always friendly staff. A long hall entirely built on wood, crosses over a pond leading visitor to the central yard of the ryokan, a beautiful garden displaying Kyushu’s pine trees and Japanese outer landscapes. At night you can enjoy delicious dinner at the room while seating over tatami and listening to the sound of waves from the nearby sea. Each room has its own personality and characteristics.
Nicolas, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Ryokan
Great Ryokan with tradition and heritage. Beautiful building, clean rooms, serene garden, enthusiastic and helping staff. Japanese breakfast and Kaiseki dinner was top-notch. Can't ask for more in a pretty quiet town of Karatsu.
Hyunduk, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice pottery building, nice breakfast, we really love it!
HENRY, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great service and excellent food. Called and someone came to pick us up at the bus station in pouring rain. The owner gave us a tour of the gardens and his new building after breakfast. Highly recommend!
Howard, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful onsen, incredible staff who is very accomodating. Makes you feel welcome. The garden and your general surroundings gives you tranquility.
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

WORLDWIDE WONDERER/WANDERER
I HATE TO ADMIT IT, BUT THIS PLACE IS HIGHLY OVER-RATED....VERY EXPENSIVE FOR WHAT YOU GET....ALTHOUGH THIS PLACE HAS A HISTORY IN THE KARATSU AREA, I BELIEVE IT WOULD BE BETTER FOR YOU TO VISIT THIS RYOKAN, TAKE PICTURES, HAVE A TEA AND FIND SOMEWHERE ELSE TO STAY.... AND IF IT WEREN'T FOR THE KIND HOSPITALITY OF MR. OGOCHI (4TH GENERATION FAMILY MEMBER WHO IS RETIRED, BUT STILL CARES ABOUT THE GUESTS...HE GAVE US A BRIEF, BUT INFORMATIVE TALK ABOUT THE POTTERY DISPLAY AND POTTER'S WORKS THEY HAVE IN A COUPLE OF THE ROOMS ON THE FIRST FLOOR OF THE RYOKAN AND THE ARCHITECTURE AND FAMILY HISTORY OF THE RYOKAN) I WOULD BE RATING THIS RYOKAN EVEN LOWER.....DON'T GET ME WRONG...IT IS BEAUTIFUL AND EVEN IF YOU GET BOTH BREAKFAST AND DINNER INCLUDED, IT MIGHT BE WORTH IT FOR NO MORE THAN 10,000 YEN A NIGHT...NOT FOR 20,000 TO 40,000 YEN.....MOST OF THE WORKING STAFF CANNOT SPEAK ENGLISH NOR KOREAN.....EXCEPT FOR ERIKA WHO WAS TRAINING FOR THE SUMMER... AND MR. AND MRS. OGOCHI'S LANGUAGE SKILLS ARE WONDERFUL, BUT WE NEVER SAW MRS. OGOCHI UNTIL WE LEFT (SHE IS A VERY BUSY LADY UNDERSTOOD, BUT IT WOULD HAVE BEEN NICE TO VISIT WITH HER AND IN MY OPINION MORE PROFESSIONAL ( AFTER-ALL,SHE APPARENTLY IS THE MATRIARCH OF THE RYOKAN)...OUR CHECK-IN WAS GOOD, BUT FELT THE FRONT DESK STAFF LACKED SINCERITY AND KINDNESS....IT WAS A NICE TOUCH TO HAVE OUR BAGS TAKEN TO OUR ROOM...THE RYOKAN PROVIDES BICYCLES TO TOUR THE AREA (MAY I STRONGLY SUGGEST TO THE OWNERS,FOR THE MONEY PEOPLE ARE PAYIN
2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Peaceful and lovely
Wonderful, warm welcome. Lovely, peaceful setting, nestled in a built up area but once inside, it has a feeling of calm and ancient tranquility.
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Al, 1-night family trip
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