Two cities located on Kyushu, the southernmost of Japan‘s four major islands, were combined in 1889 to form what is today known as Fukuoka. The area has since developed into one of Japan’s most energetic cities.
Fukuoka is consistently rated as one of the most liveable in the world. It is adored by both Japanese citizens and international travelers for its laid-back vibe, kind locals, delicious food, and exciting nightlife. If you’re ready to explore it, here are the best hostels in Fukuoka.
Our favorite hostels in Fukuoka are:
- WeBase HAKATA - best for digital nomads
- Hostel TOKI - best for social butterflies and solo female travelers
- HafH Fukuoka THE LIFE - best for solo travelers and groups
- Extra: Nekokura Hostel - best for cat lovers
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1. WeBase HAKATA
2. Hostel TOKI
3. HafH Fukuoka THE LIFE
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This guide is perfect for YOU, when you…
- are tired of crappy hostels!
- want a social Hostel to actually meet people
- are happy to spend $1 to $2 more for a much better experience
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Quick Introduction to Fukuoka
Average price for a bed: Hostels in Fukuoka cost $18 – $36 per night for a bed in a dorm. A private room has an average of around $113 per night. This is a rough average, just to give you an idea.
Prices always depend on the season and holidays. Please always check the exact rates on Hostelz.com or Hostelworld.com.
Check-In and Check-Out: The average check-in time is from 15:00 (3 pm), while the Check-Out time is before 11:00 (11 am). Hostels usually offer luggage storage in case you arrive earlier or leave later. Make sure you check if luggage storage is free or if there is an extra cost.
When to visit Fukuoka: Winters in Fukuoka are chilly, windy, and partially overcast, and the city has year-round rainfall. Summers there are brief, oppressively hot, and generally gloomy.
Mid-September to mid-October is the ideal time of the year to visit Fukuoka if you want to enjoy warm-weather activities. For lower weather and the chilly season, you can opt to visit from December 4 to March 16. January is Fukuoka’s coldest month of the year.
Food specialty in Fukuoka: The specialty of Fukuoka is Hakata Ramen. It has thin noodles and a white pork bone broth with strong flavors. In Hakata, it is typical to have a noodle refill (kaedama) to savor the remaining soup. The ideal meal to have after drinking is ramen. You have to try it!
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The 3 Best Hostels in Fukuoka are …
Let’s jump right into the coolest hostels in Fukuoka.
- WeBase HAKATA – best for digital nomads
- Hostel TOKI – best for social butterflies and solo female travelers
- HafH Fukuoka THE LIFE – best for solo travelers and groups
- Extra: Nekokura Hostel - best for cat lovers
These are our favorite hostels in Fukuoka. We want to make your life even easier, so we put all accommodations on a map for you. We even added our own tips for favorite restaurants, things to see, and more.
1. WeBase HAKATA
2. Hostel TOKI
3. HafH Fukuoka THE LIFE
Overview: Best Hostels by Traveler Type
| 🦸 Solo Traveler: | HafH Fukuoka THE LIFE |
| 👩❤️👨 Couple Hostel: | WeBase HAKATA |
| 👯 For Groups: | HafH Fukuoka THE LIFE |
| 👩💻 For Digital Nomads: | WeBase HAKATA |
| 👫 For Socializing: | Hostel TOKI |
| 🐈 Cat Lovers: | Nekokura Hostel |
| 🙎♀️ Female Solo Traveler: | Hostel TOKI |
1. WeBase HAKATA
WeBase HAKATA provides lodging and is about a 3-minute stroll from Nakasu Kawabata Subway Station.
There is reliable Wi-Fi available throughout the entire place, so digital nomads should definitely consider this accommodation.
The hostel has mixed and female-only dormitories.
In addition, it also offers private bedrooms with bathrooms.
Showers and restrooms are communal, and visitors will get toiletries – including body soap, shampoo, and conditioner.
The common areas of the WeBase Hakata provide plenty of entertainment options, including traditional Japanese puzzles like nonograms or sudoku.
The front desk has luggage storage accessible around the clock.
And if you want to socialize or unwind, there’s a balcony and a common reading room, which has over 1500 volumes.
Finally, there is a common kitchen on site!
From WeBase Hakata Hostel, it takes 10 minutes to get to Tocho-ji Temple and 12 minutes to get to Shofuku-ji Temple.
The best choice in Fukuoka for
- Digital Nomads
Check prices at:
Hostelworld | Booking.com | Hostelz.com
2. Hostel TOKI
Set in the heart of Hakata, Fukuoka, there is a tiny hostel called Hostel TOKI.
Although they are near the Hakata station in an urban region, they still emanate the sense of the vitality of a little town: this Fukuoka hostel is family-run, offering lodging, refreshments, and access to the local culture.
TOKI offers beds in mixed or female-only dorms. Also, they have private rooms with private bathrooms. The surrounding area is known to be highly safe, making it a perfect option for solo female travelers.
A living area, a terrace, and a fully equipped kitchen offer free coffee and tea daily. Additionally, the hostel has a games room, and the staff organizes movie nights frequently.
The size of TOKI is rather tiny, but it’s really sociable – meeting new people will be a breeze!
Within a 5-minute walk, you will find East Sumiyoshi Park, Hakataeki Minami Park, and Minoshima Park. Hakatamachiyakishintakatoro and the Statue of Kyushu Railway Place of Origin are also nearby.
A great choice for:
- Social butterflies
- Solo female travelers
Check prices at:
Hostelworld | Booking.com | Hostelz.com
3. HafH Fukuoka THE LIFE
HafH Fukuoka THE LIFE is big, comfortable, and modern, right in the middle of Fukuoka City.
They provide lodging in Fukuoka with a tranquil bar lounge on the ground level.
On-site facilities feature a restaurant, free Wi-Fi, and a communal kitchen on the second level.
The rooms include mixed and female-only dormitories.
And if you like more privacy, there are family rooms, double and queen rooms with private bathrooms.
There is a shared kitchen and living area with board games and puzzles. Hakata Gion Yamakasa Birthplace Statue is 550 m away while the Statue of Kyushu Railway Place of Origin is 600 m away.
This is one of the best hostels in Fukuoka for
- Solo travelers
- Groups
Check prices at:
Hostelworld | Booking.com | Hostelz.com
4. Nekokura Hostel
One of our best hostels in Fukuoka is a treat for all cat lovers! Nekokura Hostel has a cat sanctuary on-site and is located in Fukuoka’s Hakata neighborhood.
Free Wi-Fi is offered all around Nekokura Hostel, and there is an on-site bar as well.
You can pick from the quadruple and double rooms. In each sleeping area, visitors receive bath towels, a toothbrush and toothpaste set, slippers, a private window, an electrical outlet, a reading lamp, a safety box, a curtain, and hangers.
The communal lounge is equipped with an electric kettle, a refrigerator, a water dispenser, a hairdryer, earplugs, and other handy amenities. Additionally, you can ask for USB chargers if you forgot to bring your own.
I think that this is also one of the best hostels in Fukuoka for students
The vibe of the Nekokura is highly friendly, and you’ll always be in the company of some furry felines too!
The closest attractions are the Medical Museum of Kyushu University (400 m), Tokiwa Kan Monument (450 m), and Reisen Park (1.3 km).
This is one of the best hostels in Fukuoka for
- Cat lovers!
Check prices at:
Booking.com | Hostelz.com
Best Hostels in Fukuoka for Solo Travelers?
We think that the best hostel in Fukuoka is HafH Fukuoka THE LIFE. It has great facilities, a nice and friendly space, and a good location to explore the rest of Fukuoka.
This Fukuoka hostel also provides a wide variety of room options that will satisfy any type of solo traveler, whether you prefer staying in a dorm or in a more private space.
Check prices at:
Hostelworld | Booking.com | Hostelz.com
More Hostels worth a mention
At the moment, we think you are all set with the hostels we just shared with you. We always try to keep our guides super fresh and up to date. We might add more hostels worth mentioning here in the future if we feel that it could enrich your travel and hostel experience.
What about the cheapest hostels in Fukuoka?
Of course, there are always cheap hostels. But how do you actually find them? When you are traveling on a shoe-string budget and you want to save every dollar, there are ways to find the cheapest places in Fukuoka.
- Open Hostelz.com with a full list of all hostels in Fukuoka
- add your dates
- Order the listings by price
Simple as that.
Hostelz.com is a price comparison site for hostels. They list every single one in the world and tells you exactly which website is cheaper to use.
Another smart Tip: Check what is actually included, and what is excluded. Take a closer look at the location, too. A further location might mean more costs in transport.
Any Discounts?
From time to time, I receive special promo codes for booking platforms, hotels, or hostels. I will be sharing these here once received. Bookmark this page to get an update.
How to book?
The most popular booking platforms are Booking.com and Hostelworld.com. On both platforms, your credit card is 100% protected and the booking 100% confirmed.
I included some handy links to each of the recommended hostel. Just click on the hostel name. The link will lead you to check prices and availability.
I recommend booking your hostel as early as possible! All of Fukuoka best hostels are popular; especially in high-season. To make sure you end up in those stylish and good hostels, secure your room/bed as soon as you have your travel dates fix.
My Best Hostels in Fukuoka for Female Traveler on a Map + Sights
We’re listing all the three best Fukuoka hostels on a map to give you an idea of the location and distances between them.
Here are some details about things to do in Fukuoka:
Northern Kyushu’s lengthy history dates back to the Old Stone Age, which accounts for the region’s many historically significant attractions. It was originally used as a base for interaction with mainland Asia.
Artifacts and relics from earlier times are still being uncovered in Fukuoka and other Kyushu regions. Along some of the city’s pristine beaches, you can still see the remains of the defensive walls built to fend against Mongolian incursions.
Other tangibles include, among others, the remnants of Fukuoka Castle, Ohori Park, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, and Kyushu National Museum. Additionally, several well-known traditional festivals, like the Hakata Gion Yamakasa and Hakata Dontaku festivals, are held in the city.
If you’re in the city during these events, you absolutely don’t want to miss them! Ultimately, Fukuoka is a fantastic destination for history aficionados if you’re trying to dig deeper while on vacation in Japan.
Don’t forget day trips from Fukuoka!
Due to its strategic position, Fukuoka is a great place to start your exploration of other fascinating Southeast Asian locations. How about a weekend excursion to Taiwan, Shanghai, or South Korea?
In particular, Busan, the second-largest city in South Korea, is just 30 minutes distant by air travel! Enjoy this unique port city’s delicious seafood, stunning beaches, and vibrant nightlife. Before boarding the plane, remember to bring your passport and flip-flops.
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