Smile Hotel Kokura

7.8
Very Good
(51 reviews)

1 Chome-6-31 Kyomachi, Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 802-0002, Japan

+81 93-330-6550

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Hotel Description

Welcome to Smile Hotel Kokura, a charming retreat located at 1 Chome-6-31 Kyomachi, Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 802-0002, Japan. This hotel is nestled in the heart of downtown Kitakyushu, surrounded by vibrant shopping and dining streets, making it an ideal base for both leisure and business travelers. Just a short stroll from the hotel, you'll find the historic Kokura Castle, a beautifully reconstructed 17th-century castle featuring serene gardens and intriguing museums, which enhances the local cultural experience.

At Smile Hotel Kokura, guests can enjoy comfortable accommodations designed to offer a relaxing stay. The rooms are equipped with essential amenities such as Wi-Fi, ensuring connectivity throughout your visit. While the hotel does not have a fitness center or spa, the rooms provide a cozy ambiance perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. The simplicity and minimalist style of the rooms foster a calming environment, making it easy for guests to recharge.

For added convenience, Smile Hotel Kokura boasts high-speed internet access, allowing guests to stay connected effortlessly. Although the hotel lacks a fitness center or swimming pool, its prime location near various attractions makes it easy to stay active by exploring the surrounding area. The hotel staff is committed to maintaining high health and safety standards, ensuring a safe and pleasant experience for all guests.

While staying at Smile Hotel Kokura, visitors can engage in a variety of activities that highlight local culture, such as visiting the nearby Kokura Castle and its gardens, or exploring the Kitakyushu Manga Museum, which celebrates Japan's rich manga history.

Nearby top sights include the stunning Kokura Castle, just an 8-minute walk from the hotel, and the vibrant Kawachi Fujien, known for its picturesque wisteria tunnels. Guests can also enjoy a 12-minute walk to the Kitakyushu Manga Museum, the unique TOTO Museum, and the serene Kanmon Strait, which offers views of both pleasure boats and cargo ships.

When it comes to dining, there are numerous delightful options within close proximity. Notable restaurants include 西洋食堂 みやざき, a French restaurant just a minute away by taxi; VICINO Restaurant・Cafe・Bar UOMACHI, serving a delightful Western menu; and the nearby Ohno Restaurant, known for its exquisite French cuisine. For a more casual dining experience, guests can enjoy バル食堂 COZY, a modern izakaya, or おくまつ洋食酒場 小倉, which offers Japanized Western dishes. Both are just a few minutes away.

With its perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and accessibility, Smile Hotel Kokura warmly invites you to experience all that it has to offer. Whether you're here for business or pleasure, this hotel provides a welcoming atmosphere that ensures a memorable stay in the heart of Kitakyushu.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Walking distance to Uomachi Gintengai Street and Kokura Castle Garden

2. 6 min walk to nearest train station

3. High-speed internet access available throughout the hotel

4. Minimalist room design fostering a relaxing ambiance

5. Proximity to vibrant shopping and dining options


9.4 Exceptional

Location rating

Top sights

Kokura Castle
8 min
Kawachi Fujien
27 min
関門海峡
49 min
Kitakyushu Manga Museum
12 min
TOTO Museum
8 min

Nearest locations

西洋食堂 みやざき
1 min
Ohno Restaurant
1 min
バル食堂 COZY
1 min
Takayama
1 min
BEEF KITCHEN SAIKOUGYU
2 min
Bistro Daining kazuna
2 min
VICINO Restaurant・Cafe・Bar UOMACHI
3 min
おくまつ洋食酒場 小倉
3 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating9.4
Nearest airportKitakyushu Airport
Travel time to airport33 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Sun, Nov 17
Check-out: Mon, Nov 18
    Official Hotel

    $43

    Agoda

    $45

    Vio.com

    $44

    Trip.com

    $48

    Bluepillow.com

    $46

    goseek.com

    $44


Location

1 Chome-6-31 Kyomachi, Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 802-0002, Japan

Airports:

Yamaguchi Ube Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 13 min

Transit: 1 hr 26 min

Oita Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 50 min

Transit: 2 hr

Fukuoka Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 9 min

Transit: 1 hr 22 min

Kitakyushu Airport

Taxi: 33 min

Transit: 1 hr 1 min

Transit:

Uo-machi

Walking: 3 min

Katsuyama-bashi(Br.)(bus)

Walking: 3 min

Kokura Sta. Bus Center(bus)

Walking: 6 min

Nishi-Kokura Station

Walking: 10 min

Kokura Station

Walking: 6 min


Nearby locations

9.4

Exceptional Location

Kokurakita Ward

Downtown area with shopping & dining streets near Kokura Station, plus Kokura Castle & gardens.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub


Reviews

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Isae Han

5/5
Good accommodation for the price!It's quite close to Kokura Station (7-8 minutes walk?)The location is great as it is near the arcade street.The price wasn't too bad and the facilities were really good.It was a bit surprising that there was an LAN cable in the room...?The staff are also very friendly :)

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Kei Matsu

4/5
Compared to the skyrocketing cost of lodging in Hakata, you can still stay at a reasonable price (although it's more expensive than before). The location seems to be next to a shopping street.It's easy to walk under the arcade. Check-in is possible 24 hours a day, but it is important to let us know your arrival time in advance. Amenities are available from the front side, such as toothbrushes and drip coffee.The room is small but clean and has everything you need. Air conditioner, luggage storage, kettle etc. Although it is a unit bath, the water pressure in the shower is sufficient. Because it's far from the bar district, there's no noise outside, so you can sleep well. Please note that the convenience store is a little far away and you may have to go back to the station for breakfast. It takes less than 10 minutes to walk to Kokura Castle.I used Yahoo Travel to make reservations, but the only option was to include breakfast, but the hotel website had a plan for staying without meals. I will definitely stay at this hotel next time.

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우마보틀 U.M.A.Bottle

4/5
The accommodations in Kitakyushu were all in good condition, so I chose one that was cost-effective. The staff were friendly and the rooms were clean, except for the slightly musty smell.The downside is that the bathroom ledge was a bit high and the room was so narrow that it was difficult to unfold the suitcase.

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かーちゃん

4/5
I stayed there on a typhoon day. The steps at the entrance to the toilet and bath were scary.

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takashi shima

4/5
It's cheap, and I have no complaints about it considering the price. The location is also perfect.

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Fivestar DX (Kevin1Q6Q)

5/5
It's close to the station, so you don't need an umbrella if it rains in the arcade, and you can move around without being exposed to direct sunlight on hot days, which is very convenient. The front desk staff was friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.

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みんげ

1/5
I started having symptoms of bed bugs a few days after staying.The doctor asked me if I had traveled or stayed in a hotel, and he said that other than staying here, I had not gone on a business trip or traveled.I stayed for 2 consecutive nights, but for eco-friendly reasons, there was no cleaning.There was no changing of sheets, only towels hung on the doorknob.I suddenly thought that the front desk and lobby were clean, but the seats of the chairs in the room were torn.I was relieved because I thought it was new, but I feel it has potential.

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pon

4/5
The hotel was located in a shopping district and had good cost performance.It seems that it is affiliated with the nearby AP parking lot (multi-level parking lot).