Mitsui Garden Properties in Fukuoka

This hotel is a 5-minute walk from Chuo-ku Subway Station. There's a Don Quijote and Matsumoto Kiyoshi nearby. While it's not as big as the Tenjin area, it's enough for general shopping. Ichiran Ramen is right in front of the hotel. It's about a 15-minute walk to Tenjin. You can pick up skincare products in the hotel lobby, and the rooms are clean with a separate wet/dry area. The room itself isn't small either, offering great value for money. They even gave a birthday gift at check-out.

The room wasn't overly spacious; while the twin beds could be pushed together, we could barely open our 28-inch suitcase by the wall due to limited space. Location-wise, it's fantastic for subway users, with the station entrance right outside the hotel. However, for those focused on shopping, it's somewhat inconveniently situated between Hakata and Tenjin, meaning it's not truly close to either major shopping district. That said, breakfast was absolutely delicious! The cute little bowls used for serving food were a charming touch, and it certainly put me in a great mood to start the day. There's a free rooftop onsen (hot spring bath) available, but remember to bring your own swimwear. I wouldn't recommend this hotel for first-time visitors to Fukuoka. For a maiden trip, most people would prefer to be closer to Hakata for its dining, sightseeing, and easy access to day trips, or near Tenjin for serious retail therapy. This spot is much better suited for returning visitors.