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Richmond Hotel Hakata Ekimae

リッチモンドホテル博多駅前

Verified Stay Score
8.7 A
Top 3 Reasons to Book
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Top-Rated Property with Zero Major Defects — Richmond Hotel Hakata Ekimae

Consistently high scores across soundproofing, cleanliness, and location. Check live rates and room availability for your dates.

This guide synthesizes recurring observations from verified guest stays. Actual experience may vary by assigned floor, wing, or travel season.

Property Notice · Renovation History Verified Renovation / Upgrade: 2013-01-01 · Pre-renovation defect weights reset
Room Assignment Guide · Check-in Request Card

Tailored Room Selection Criteria & Multilingual Check-in Request Script

Booking Room Selection Criteria: To avoid the claustrophobic wall view of an adjacent building, it is recommended to request a ██████-███ ███ on the ██th floor or above in advance.
Korean Room Selection Tip English Booking & Check-in Request Japanese Front-Desk Request Card

Who Are You Traveling With?

Select your travel style to highlight the most critical physical checklists and room criteria for your trip.
Selected Profile: Overall (All Travel Styles)
Tailored Score 8.7 Grade A
Recommended For

Business Trip & Workation · 9.3 S Quiet Rest & Deep Sleep · 9.2 S Family with Infants & Toddlers · 9.1 A

Consider Carefully For

Solo Traveler · 8.3 A Friends & Group Travel · 8.4 A

Most Frequently Observed Pros & Cons from Guest Stays

Item-by-item satisfaction scores and room-selection tips corroborated across stays.

Noise & Sleep Quality

Street, Rail & Exterior Noise

10.0 · S

External city noise is effectively insulated at night despite the lively neighborhood, ensuring a quiet sleeping environment.

Window Insulation & Ventilation

10.0 · S

Guest room windows can be opened to allow natural airflow and ventilation whenever needed.

No Notable Issues Reported: Inter-room & Floor Soundproofing: — (No notable issues observed) Corridor & Door Sound Insulation: — (No notable issues observed) HVAC & Plumbing Quietness: — (No notable issues observed)

Bedding & Bathroom Hygiene

Bedding & Towel Cleanliness

10.0 · S

Bedding and linens are cleanly laundered without stains and maintained in pristine condition for a restful stay.

Bathroom, Grout & Drain Hygiene

10.0 · S

Hygiene across key bathroom fixtures and drains is well-maintained without any unpleasant odors.

Floor, Furniture & Kettle Hygiene

10.0 · S

Furniture and flooring in the guest rooms are meticulously maintained and dust-free.

No Notable Issues Reported: Indoor Air & Odor-Free Freshness: — (No notable issues observed) Pest Control & Tap Water Safety: — (No notable issues observed)

Room Space, Bed & Hardware

Room Size, Layout & Luggage Space

10.0 · S

Room layouts are more spacious than typical nearby business hotels, leaving ample clearance even with large suitcases open.

Mattress & Pillow Sleep Comfort

10.0 · S

Beds feature generous widths and resilient mattresses, allowing two guests to enjoy a restful night of sleep.

Climate Control, Water Pressure & Bath Layout

10.0 · S

The bathroom with a bathtub is more generously proportioned than standard hotel units, offering a relaxed experience.

Lighting, Blackout, Outlets, Desk & Wi-Fi

10.0 · S

In-room cooling facilities function effectively, keeping drinks and refreshments cold and fresh.

No Notable Issues Reported: Flooring Material & Barefoot Comfort: — (No notable issues observed)

Check-in, Elevator & Convenience

Check-in Speed & Luggage Storage

10.0 · S

Luggage storage service before check-in and after check-out lets guests explore comfortably without heavy bags.

Coin Laundry, Ice, Microwave & Takeout

10.0 · S

Convenience amenities for laundry and light dining are clustered on a shared floor, which is especially useful for multi-night stays.

Room Type & Floor Selection Tip Click to sign in & unlock exact room condition

Bottled water is not supplied in the rooms, so using the or carrying a personal tumbler is recommended.

No Notable Issues Reported: Elevator Capacity & Wait Times: — (No notable issues observed) Parking Access & Clearance: — (No notable issues observed) Shuttle Service & Stroller/Wheelchair Walkability: — (No notable issues observed)

Security, Vibe & Companion Fit

Baby/Kids Gear & Child Policy

10.0 · S

Dedicated kid-friendly amenities are thoughtfully provided for guests traveling with infants, making family stays comfortable.

Loungewear, Amenity Bar & Gym Quality

10.0 · S

A dedicated station in the lobby allows guests to freely pick up disposable daily amenities as needed.

No Notable Issues Reported: Guest Quietness, Floor Security & Night Safety: — (No notable issues observed) Public Space Crowd Level & Relaxed Vibe: — (No notable issues observed) Twin, Triple & Family Room Flexibility: — (No notable issues observed)

Pool, Onsen & Spa

No Notable Issues Reported: Pool, Onsen & Public Bath Scale: — (No notable issues observed) Bath/Pool Water Temperature & Thermal Comfort: — (No notable issues observed) Private Onsen/Bath & Kids Pool: — (No notable issues observed) Bath/Pool Water Quality & Locker Room Hygiene: — (No notable issues observed) Facility Fees, Hours & Tattoo Policy: — (No notable issues observed)

Breakfast, Lounge & Dining

Breakfast Variety, Freshness & Taste

10.0 · S

Breakfast provides high satisfaction through a set-meal format offering selectable main dishes paired with a mini salad bar.

Room Type & Floor Selection Tip Click to sign in & unlock exact room condition

Guests can select from , served alongside a compact self-service salad bar.

No Notable Issues Reported: Breakfast Queue, Seating & Refill Speed: — (No notable issues observed) Dinner, Kaiseki & In-Room Dining Quality: — (No notable issues observed) Club Lounge, Happy Hour & Afternoon Tea: — (No notable issues observed) Free Late-Night Snacks, Drinks & Minibar: — (No notable issues observed)

Hospitality, Service & Policies

Front Desk Hospitality & Multilingual Support

10.0 · S

Front desk staff offer warm service, with multilingual team members available to provide seamless assistance.

Housekeeping & Towel/Amenity Delivery

10.0 · S

During consecutive stays, the room housekeeping system operates systematically and flexibly accommodates guest requests.

No Notable Issues Reported: Issue Resolution & Room Change Recovery: — (No notable issues observed) Early/Late Check-out & Upgrade Flexibility: — (No notable issues observed) No Unannounced Closures or Hidden Charges: — (No notable issues observed)

Location, View & Value

Room View Openness, Daylight & Privacy

7.2 · B

Depending on room placement, adjacent buildings may obstruct the view, making it advisable to confirm room orientation before settling in.

Conditional Caution & Avoidance Guide Click to sign in & unlock exact room condition

Lower-floor rooms facing adjacent structures can directly look out onto building walls when opening curtains, so it is recommended at check-in to request .

Subway/Rail Station & Airport Transit Access

10.0 · S

Major railway stations and direct airport bus stops are located within walking distance, providing excellent public transit connectivity.

Nearby Convenience Stores, Shopping & Dining

10.0 · S

A large supermarket, electronics retail store, convenience store, and pharmacy are all densely situated in the immediate vicinity.

No Notable Issues Reported: Garden, Promenade & Beach/Park Access: — (No notable issues observed) Overall Value for Money: — (No notable issues observed)

1:1 Rival Hotel Comparisons in Fukuoka

Side-by-side pros and cons against the most frequently compared rival hotels in the same city.
Richmond Hotel Hakata Ekimae

On Room Size, Layout & Luggage Space (10.0), Richmond Hotel Hakata Ekimae stands out: Room layouts are more spacious than typical nearby business hotels, leaving ample clearance even with large suitcases open. Meanwhile, AND HOTEL HAKATA shows relative trade-offs on Mattress & Pillow Sleep Comfort. For Overall (All Travel Styles), Richmond Hotel Hakata Ekimae is the stronger choice across Room Size, Layout & Luggage Space, Mattress & Pillow Sleep Comfort, Breakfast Variety, Freshness & Taste.

Decisive Factors: Room Size, Layout & Luggage Space · Mattress & Pillow Sleep Comfort · Breakfast Variety, Freshness & Taste
Richmond Hotel Hakata Ekimae

On Street, Rail & Exterior Noise (10.0), Richmond Hotel Hakata Ekimae stands out: External city noise is effectively insulated at night despite the lively neighborhood, ensuring a quiet sleeping environment. By contrast, at Tokyu Stay Fukuoka Tenjin (4.7) (Free Late-Night Snacks, Drinks & Minibar): Self-service beverage facilities are provided around the clock in the shared lobby area, offering added convenience for this propertying guests. For Overall (All Travel Styles), Richmond Hotel Hakata Ekimae is the stronger choice across Street, Rail & Exterior Noise, Free Late-Night Snacks, Drinks & Minibar, Housekeeping & Towel/Amenity Delivery.

Decisive Factors: Street, Rail & Exterior Noise · Free Late-Night Snacks, Drinks & Minibar · Housekeeping & Towel/Amenity Delivery
Richmond Hotel Hakata Ekimae

On Breakfast Variety, Freshness & Taste (10.0), Richmond Hotel Hakata Ekimae stands out: Breakfast provides high satisfaction through a set-meal format offering selectable main dishes paired with a mini salad bar. By contrast, at Toyoko Inn Hakata-eki Bus Terminal Mae (5.5) (Mattress & Pillow Sleep Comfort): Self check-in kiosks with multilingual support are available, though manually entering full address details can take some time. For Overall (All Travel Styles), Richmond Hotel Hakata Ekimae is the stronger choice across Breakfast Variety, Freshness & Taste, Mattress & Pillow Sleep Comfort, Check-in Speed & Luggage Storage.

Decisive Factors: Breakfast Variety, Freshness & Taste · Mattress & Pillow Sleep Comfort · Check-in Speed & Luggage Storage