Hamao Travel Guide
Fukuoka
Popular places to visit
Canal City Hakata
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Canal City Hakata, a popular shopping spot in Fukuoka. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Port of Hakata
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Port of Hakata during your travels in Fukuoka. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.
Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka
Catch an event at Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka during your trip to Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Marine Messe Fukuoka
Catch an event at Marine Messe Fukuoka during your trip to Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is just one of the places to see in Dazaifu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Kyushu University
Explore the campus of Kyushu University during your travels in Fukuoka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Hamao
THE BASICS FUKUOKA
We had a memorable stay in Fukuoka and the hotel experience plays a large part in it. The rooms are modern, big and clean. The hotel is a 5 minute walk to Hakata station. Convenient location and at the same time quiet neighbourhood. There is a coffee shop beside the hotel. Our rooms come with a lounge ...
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
JR KYUSHU HOTEL Blossom Hakata Chuo
Room was incredible clean, modern, and surprisingly spacious for Japan. The location of the hotel is super convenient. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Nishitetsu Grand Hotel
객실 좋아요 직원 친절하고 위치도 좋고
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Mitsui Garden Hotel Fukuoka Gion
Nice room, location, and spa
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Tokyu Stay Fukuoka Tenjin
stayed one night here and it was perfectly adequate. we were upgraded to a larger room on the top floor, it was spacious but the toilet seat wasn't clean. appreciated the in-room laundry facilities though. breakfast was included and it was quite good, it also starts at 6:30am which was convenient ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Tokyu Stay Hakata
Good location , acc
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hamao
Higashi Ward
Higashi Ward is well liked for its beaches and coffee shops. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Island City Central Park and Uminonakamichi Seaside Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Hakozaki-kyudaimae Station or Hakozaki-miyamae Station to get around.
Hakozaki
If you're spending time in Hakozaki, check out sights like Port of Hakata or Kaizukakotsu Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hakozaki-kyudaimae Station or Hakozaki-miyamae Station.
Hakataekihigashi
While Hakataekihigashi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.
Gionmachi
If you're spending time in Gionmachi, check out sights like Canal City Hakata or Hakata Old Town and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kushida Shrine Station or Gion Station.
Hakata Ekimae
Hakata Ekimae is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal City Hakata and Amu Plaza Hakata.
Nakasu
Get to know Nakasu by checking out its shopping, river views and restaurants. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Canal City Hakata or Kawabatadori Shopping Street during your time in the area.
