Fukuoka Hana Hostel

Maps showed the hostel was a 12-15 minute walk from Hakata station. What it didn't show was that the hostel was inside a shopping arcade, the Kawabata Shopping Arcade. I loved that! Checked with the hostel before arrival if they could hold our bags since we were arriving early, and they could and did. Bonus: they were actually able to check us in 15 minutes after we arrived. Though our room was prepaid, we were still required to pay filled Fukuoka's occupancy fee there in person. Pay Attention: take off your shoes upon arriving at the hostel. They provide slippers to wear while inside. Your street shoes will live on the shelves by the front door during your stay. The room was really simple: a small desk, a few hangers and the bunk beds. We had our own bathroom. Be Careful: you have to step up into it. There is a coin operated washer and dryer on the roof. Like the front desk, the roof has open/close hours. If the door is locked when it's supposed to be open, get the combination from the front desk. Also, the roof has its own slippers to wear. Change into them to do laundry. Last I checked, a wash is 300¥ and it's 100¥ for 30 minutes of drying time. Powder detergent is provided. Also recommended, by the front desk even, is an hour of drying time. Plenty of shopping, eating and fun in the Kawabata Shopping Arcade to be had when you're not in your room. Free coffee and tea in the hostel's lobby, though the instructions were unclear. Just good vibes all around.

The location is great. The staff are friendly and it's a very convenient hostel. However, this time I was in a dormitory with "all" the people snoring, so I got a little sleep deprived. (I thought "Oh, I've been hit by that again!", but it's a hostel, so it's within the acceptable range.) It's inside an arcade, so there are plenty of restaurants. You won't have any inconveniences.

The staff were really accommodating and helpful. Great location as it is near to bus station and subway. There’s also a family mart nearby. Few steps away from Kushida Shrine. Will stay here again when we come back to Fukuoka.