Fukuoka Sunpalace Hotel & Hall Concerts 2024

Full service hotel and event space adjacent to and attached to the Fukuoka International Congress Center. I didn't stay in the hotel, but its staff were friendly and helpful when I needed to arrange for a taxi from the Congress Center. I would stay here in the future if in Fukuoka and would recommend it to friends.

I came here for two nights of concerts. This venue is not next to any train station. The closest station is Gion which is about ten minutes walk. Alternatively, there are some buses that stops outside the venue. The concert hall itself is a little old but still in ok condition. Ground floor viewing is actually not bad, even if you are at the last few rows on ground floor. Both my concert nights are on ground floor so I am not sure about viewing from second or third floor but it does looks steep and far. There are a limited number of eating places in this building. On the streets nearby, there are not much food choices. They are mainly local neighbourhood streets. Only saw a convenient stores opposite the street. It is best to eat somewhere else before coming to here.

I didn't really use the hotel. I came to a concert and it was amazing so I can only speak for the hall. It is a bit old. The seats are very small but you will fit... it has great acoustics.

The hotel is close to the Hakata and Chuo Wharfs. There are several exhibition and convention centers nearby, but not much else. Bayside Place is probably the only commercial complex with shops and restaurants that is within walking distance. Anyway, a bundled ticket package, consisting of round trip ferry service between Hakata Wharf and Uminonakamichi plus admission to the Marine World, can be purchased from the lobby shop.

This place is awesome for international events and other venues hosted. Really recommend it.