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A resort hotel overlooking the Genkai Sea and Niji-no-Matsubara.
Mercure Saga Karatsu Resort is a coastal accommodation in Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture. This resort hotel stands right in front of Niji-no-Matsubara, one of Japan’s three most famous pine groves. From the guest rooms and restaurant windows, guests can enjoy sweeping views of the Genkai Sea.
The hotel has a total of 206 guest rooms. Each one offers at least 34 square meters of space. The property is equipped with a large public bath, sauna, and relaxation lounge. At the relaxation lounge, guests can freely enjoy drinks after bathing. Accommodation plans are all-inclusive. In addition to breakfast and dinner, light snacks and drinks in the lounge are also available at no extra charge.
Breakfast and dinner are served buffet style. At dinner, guests can enjoy local dishes made with Kyushu ingredients, including Saga beef sukiyaki and pressed squid rice crackers, while breakfast features items such as grilled turban shell and squid shumai. Surrounded by scenery woven together by the sea, sky, and pine groves, this is a resort hotel where guests can truly unwind.
Located right in front of the scenic Niji-no-Matsubara
The lobby ceiling is inspired by the local traditional festival, Karatsu Kunchi
Spacious guest rooms with at least 34 square meters of space
The restaurant serves buffet meals made with local ingredients
Depending on the plan, you can also enjoy Yobuko’s local specialty, live squid sashimi
All-inclusive plans are available, including lounge access
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes, it is available throughout the property.
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Can I use the large public bath if I have tattoos?
As a general rule, no. However, bathing is allowed if the tattoo is small enough to be covered with a concealment sticker.
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Is there a shuttle bus?
A free shuttle bus runs between the hotel and JR Higashi-Karatsu Station and JR Karatsu Station from 9:00am to 6:00pm. Please note that you need to contact the hotel to use it. Advance reservations are not available.
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