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Ryokan

Riverside Inn Karatsu Castle

Karatsu City, Saga, Japan
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A former ryokan that was renovated and reopened. Excellent base for sightseeing and business.

Guest review score

Excellent
Reviews: 41
4.4

Access

Watada Station
23 min walk
Higashi-Karatsu Station
6 min drive
Karatsu Station
6 min drive

Property facilities

  • Parking lot
  • Home delivery

Explore our rooms and plans

Price (low to high)
2 room types
Japanese-style room (8 tatami mats)
No smoking
1 x Futon
Nightlife view
13.0 m²
Max 4 adults / 3 children
Room facilities
  • Bath and toilet available
  • Wi-Fi in room (free)
  • exterior
    Only 1 room left!
    Free cancellation until 26 Jan
    Meal
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Seasonal Sale
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    -4%
    £97.01
    £92.16
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    Perfect for casual sightseeing in Karatsu! An inn overlooking the stunning scene [Room only]

    Free cancellation until 26/01/2026 23:59(JST)

    Our inn is just a 30-second walk to Maizuru Bridge, the setting of that anime, and a 3-minute walk to Karatsu Castle! ! You can easily take a stroll to Karatsu Castle! ! Special Benefits * One complimentary drink per person. [Guest Room] All guest rooms offer a breathtaking view of the Matsuura River. 2nd floor: 5 rooms (with bath and toilet), 2 rooms with 6 tatami mats, 3 rooms with 8 tatami mats. 1st floor: 2 rooms (without bath and toilet), 1 room with 12 tatami mats, 1 room with 2 sections of 6 tatami mats each. A total of 7 rooms. [1st Floor Guide] ・Cafe (with drink bar) ・Private room with wheelchair-accessible bus, toilet, shower, and washbasin ・Toilet with cleaning function: 2 units ・Washbasin with shower: 2 units, Washbasin: 1 unit ・Washing machine: 2 units, Dryer: 1 unit [Breakfast Information] Breakfast consists of a Japanese set meal. [Separately @1200 yen including tax] Please make a reservation in advance. [Note] This is a room only plan. Please consult us if you have children. Pets are not allowed.

    Seasonal Sale
    £92.16
    £97.01
    4% Off
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Room only
    Dining locations
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    26/01/2026 23:59 (JST)
    5 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    20%
    4 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    30%
    3 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    40%
    2 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    80%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 01/10/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

  • Japanese-style room, 8 tatami mats, corner room
    Only 1 room left!
    Free cancellation until 26 Jan
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £114.03
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    Eat breakfast and start your day full of energy for sightseeing A lodging with [Breakfast]

    Free cancellation until 26/01/2026 23:59(JST)

    This plan includes a Japanese breakfast to energize your morning. Our inn is just a 30-second walk to Maizuru Bridge, the setting of that anime, and a 3-minute walk to Karatsu Castle! ! You can easily take a stroll to Karatsu Castle! ! Special Benefits * During breakfast, enjoy free coffee, tea, and orange juice at the café with a panoramic view of Karatsu Castle! ! [Guest Room] All guest rooms offer a breathtaking view of the Matsuura River. 2nd floor: 5 rooms (with bath and toilet), 2 rooms with 6 tatami mats, 3 rooms with 8 tatami mats. 1st floor: 2 rooms (without bath and toilet), 1 room with 12 tatami mats, 1 room with 2 sections of 6 tatami mats each. Total of 7 rooms [1st Floor Guide] ・Cafe (with drink bar) ・Private room with wheelchair-accessible bus, toilet, shower, and washbasin ・Toilet with cleaning function: 2 units ・Washbasin with shower: 2 units, Washbasin: 1 unit ・Washing machine: 2 units, Dryer: 1 unit [Breakfast Information] Breakfast consists of a Japanese set meal. [Note] Please consult us if you have children. Pets are not allowed.

    £114.03
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    Dining locations
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    26/01/2026 23:59 (JST)
    5 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    20%
    4 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    30%
    3 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    40%
    2 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    80%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 01/10/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

Room details

8 tatami [Japanese room] [Non-smoking] [Nightlife view] [River view]

No smoking
1 x Futon
Nightlife view
13.0 m²
Max 4 adults / 3 children
Room facilities
  • Bath and toilet available
  • Wi-Fi in room (free)
Western-style twin bedroom
Western-style twin room shower booth
No smoking
2 x Single bed
Nightlife view
19.4 m²
Max 3 adults / 2 children
Room facilities
  • Bath and toilet available
  • Internet available in room
  • Bidet toilet
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi in room (free)
  • Shower and toilet available
  • exterior
    Only 1 room left!
    Free cancellation until 26 Jan
    Meal
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Seasonal Sale
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    -4%
    £113.47
    £107.80
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    Perfect for casual sightseeing in Karatsu! An inn overlooking the stunning scene [Room only]

    Free cancellation until 26/01/2026 23:59(JST)

    Our inn is just a 30-second walk to Maizuru Bridge, the setting of that anime, and a 3-minute walk to Karatsu Castle! ! You can easily take a stroll to Karatsu Castle! ! Special Benefits * One complimentary drink per person. [Guest Room] All guest rooms offer a breathtaking view of the Matsuura River. 2nd floor: 5 rooms (with bath and toilet), 2 rooms with 6 tatami mats, 3 rooms with 8 tatami mats. 1st floor: 2 rooms (without bath and toilet), 1 room with 12 tatami mats, 1 room with 2 sections of 6 tatami mats each. A total of 7 rooms. [1st Floor Guide] ・Cafe (with drink bar) ・Private room with wheelchair-accessible bus, toilet, shower, and washbasin ・Toilet with cleaning function: 2 units ・Washbasin with shower: 2 units, Washbasin: 1 unit ・Washing machine: 2 units, Dryer: 1 unit [Breakfast Information] Breakfast consists of a Japanese set meal. [Separately @1200 yen including tax] Please make a reservation in advance. [Note] This is a room only plan. Please consult us if you have children. Pets are not allowed.

    Seasonal Sale
    £107.80
    £113.47
    4% Off
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Room only
    Dining locations
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    26/01/2026 23:59 (JST)
    5 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    20%
    4 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    30%
    3 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    40%
    2 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    80%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 01/10/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

  • Japanese-style room, 8 tatami mats, corner room
    Only 1 room left!
    Free cancellation until 26 Jan
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    £130.49
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    Eat breakfast and start your day full of energy for sightseeing A lodging with [Breakfast]

    Free cancellation until 26/01/2026 23:59(JST)

    This plan includes a Japanese breakfast to energize your morning. Our inn is just a 30-second walk to Maizuru Bridge, the setting of that anime, and a 3-minute walk to Karatsu Castle! ! You can easily take a stroll to Karatsu Castle! ! Special Benefits * During breakfast, enjoy free coffee, tea, and orange juice at the café with a panoramic view of Karatsu Castle! ! [Guest Room] All guest rooms offer a breathtaking view of the Matsuura River. 2nd floor: 5 rooms (with bath and toilet), 2 rooms with 6 tatami mats, 3 rooms with 8 tatami mats. 1st floor: 2 rooms (without bath and toilet), 1 room with 12 tatami mats, 1 room with 2 sections of 6 tatami mats each. Total of 7 rooms [1st Floor Guide] ・Cafe (with drink bar) ・Private room with wheelchair-accessible bus, toilet, shower, and washbasin ・Toilet with cleaning function: 2 units ・Washbasin with shower: 2 units, Washbasin: 1 unit ・Washing machine: 2 units, Dryer: 1 unit [Breakfast Information] Breakfast consists of a Japanese set meal. [Note] Please consult us if you have children. Pets are not allowed.

    £130.49
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    Dining locations
    • Breakfast (Japanese restaurant)
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    26/01/2026 23:59 (JST)
    5 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    20%
    4 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    30%
    3 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    40%
    2 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    80%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 01/10/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

Room details

Japanese-Western style room with double bed (shower and toilet included) [Superior] [Japanese-western room] [Non-smoking] [Nightlife view] [River view]

No smoking
2 x Single bed
Nightlife view
19.4 m²
Max 3 adults / 2 children
Room facilities
  • Bath and toilet available
  • Internet available in room
  • Bidet toilet
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi in room (free)
  • Shower and toilet available
  • Individual air conditioning
Amenities
  • Razors
  • Bath towels
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Slippers
  • Yukata
  • Hair dryers
Room location
  • Corner room