Tokyo is one of the loudest, busiest, and most expensive cities in the World. It has a reputation for being a highly urbanized destination but the city still has serene spots such as the beautiful parks in Tokyo. Looking for a hotel to stay at can be a daunting experience as there are tons of choices. But fear not, because we’ve found the perfect hotels for you. Not like any hotel though as they are pod or capsule hotels, which are all the recent craze in Japan. While there are other budget-friendly options such as the hostels in Tokyo, the experience in a pod hotel is one-of-a-kind. You get your own small but well-designed pod, excellent facilities, and 24-hour services at a fraction of the cost. If you’re considering a trip soon, join the pod-hotel revolution and scroll down for a list of the best pod hotels in Tokyo, Japan.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on May 06, 2026.
1. Book Tea Bed SHIBUYA (from USD 41)
Located in the heart of Tokyo, this capsule hotel provides a comfortable and convenient accommodation option. Solo women travelers will be glad to learn that Book Tea Bed SHIBUYA provides a women-only floor. Each of the room types offers cozy beds and lockers to store your valuables. The hotel also has shared bathrooms and a library filled with mangas and other reading materials to keep you entertained.
Furthermore, the 24-hour front desk is there to assist you with anything, including suggesting nearby attractions to visit. Book Tea Bed SHIBUYA also provides free internet access in public areas to keep you connected with the world.
Book Tea Bed SHIBUYA
Address: Shbuya-ku Maruyamacho 1-17
2. Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa (from USD 65)
Enjoy your Tokyo holiday by staying at Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa! This hotel is set in Taito and provides easy access to famous hotspots, such as the Sensō-ji shrine and Asakusa Hanayashiki. Furthermore, there are separate cabins for men and women, although a mixed-gender cabin is also available. Each of these accommodation units features amenities, such as a shared bathroom, free toiletries, slippers, and a seating area. There is also a communal lounge, perfect for interacting with fellow travelers.
With the availability of laundry services and vending machines, you will have a seamless stay at this pod hotel.
Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa
Address: Taito-ku Nishiasakusa 2-25-1
3. Smart Stay SHIZUKU Shinagawa-Oimachi (from USD 31)
Inexpensive breakfast, nearby dining options, and accessible to local eateries.
Affordable rates for capsule hotel with free public baths and amenities.
Convenient location near airport and central to restaurants and transportation.
Modern, clean, and well-equipped with public baths, sauna, and lounge area.
The calming premises of Smart Stay SHIZUKU Shinagawa-Oimachi is a superb place to return to after an eventful day outdoors. You can instantly relax in its wellness facilities that provide opportunities for unwinding in a sauna and soothing soaks in a hot tub. Massage chairs are also available on-site to enhance your relaxation. With a restaurant serving international cuisine, the hotel equally delights your discerning palate.
The capsule-style rooms have amenities for a satisfying experience, including a flat-screen TV, safety deposit box, and snug single-size bed. You can also benefit from the extra services offered on-site such as a 24-hour front desk, shared lounge, and luggage storage.
Smart Stay SHIZUKU Shinagawa-Oimachi
Address: 品川区東大井5-2-8
4. Capsule Hotel Anshin Oyado Shinjuku (from USD 84)
Be swept away by the excellent amenities of Capsule Hotel Anshin Oyado Shinjuku, a male-only accommodation near JR Shinjuku Station boasting a spa and wellness center. You’ll have a worthwhile respite in any of the relaxing facilities such as a mist sauna, hot spring bath, and massage chair. Full body massages are also available at an additional cost. The property also features an internet cafe, public bath, and laundry facilities.
Extend the relaxation in any of the capsule rooms available. You can opt for the one-person pods or the standard pods fitted with two single-size beds. Each accommodation has staple items including air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, tablet PC, and WiFi.
Anshin Oyado Shinjuku - Men only
Address: Shinjuku-ku Shinjuku 4-2-10
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5. Tokyo Ariake Bay Hotel (from USD 37)
Tokyo Ariake Bay Hotel offers capsule rooms that have separate areas for males and females. Aside from single-size pods, this accommodation also offers twin pods equipped with two single-size beds. All rooms have a flat-screen TV and free WiFi so your viewing and browsing needs are well-covered. For more convenience, this property also provides guests free luggage storage, a shared bathroom, personal lockers, and a common lounge area.
Located near the entertainment hub of Odaiba, the hotel allows for an escapade filled with shopping and dining pursuits. You can easily get to other nearby locations as Shinonome railway station is only a four-minute walk away from here.
Tokyo Ariake Bay Hotel
Address: Koto-ku, Shinonome 2-10-17
6. Hotel Owl Tokyo Nippori (from USD 18)
Convenient access to nearby restaurants, cafes, and a public bathhouse, with free drinks available at the hotel
Affordable rates for budget travelers, great value for money
Close proximity to Nippori Station, easy access to public transport, and nearby attractions such as the Tokyo SkyTree and Senso-ji temple
Clean facilities, 24-hour reception, free drinks, and convenient location near Nippori Station
If you ever find yourself in the Higashi-Nippori neighborhood, grab the chance to check in at Hotel Owl Tokyo Nippori. This travel-sustainable hotel allows you to relax in either dormitory rooms with bunk beds or capsule-style units. Each capsule accommodation here offers privacy and is equipped with a luggage storage area, a reading light, and electric sockets.
The property makes any stay more convenient by offering complimentary coffee and free use of computers in the lobby. Free WiFi is appointed for your online needs. Head over to the hotel’s sushi restaurant, which is just a minute away on foot, when hunger strikes. Driving guests can use the paid parking available off-site.
Hotel Owl Tokyo Nippori
Address: Arakawa-ku Higashi Nippori 6-59-3
7. Capsule Hotel Anshin Oyado Akihabara (from USD 47)
Offering a nice range of relaxing amenities, Capsule Hotel Anshin Oyado Akihabara guarantees to provide a pleasing dwelling for any travelers retreating in Sotokanda. This establishment features a spacious public bath, sauna, and massage chairs, making it a great place to return to after a tiring day. Its capsule rooms, which are exclusively for male guests, are superb as they are fitted with a flat-screen TV with pay-per-view channels and a headphone. Meanwhile, free WiFi is available in all areas.
You’ll also find an on-site cafe with vending machines for snacks and complimentary drinks on the premises. Situated near the electric shopping hub of Akihabara, the property is a great starting point when exploring Tokyo.
Anshin Oyado Akihabara- Men Only
Address: Chiyoda-ku Sotokanda 1-2-12
8. Shinjuku Sky Hostel (from USD 23)
Close to many affordable and delicious dining options in the neighborhood.
Affordable pricing for budget travelers.
Conveniently located near Nakai Station with easy access to local restaurants, bakeries, and convenience stores.
24-hour reception, kitchen facilities, and close proximity to Nakai Station.
Those who plan to explore the popular points of interest in Shinjuku City can take refuge in Shinjuku Sky Hostel. Attractions such as Saisho-Ji Temple, Nakai Goryo Shrine, and Ochiai Central Park are all within the 1-kilometer (0.6-mile) radius of the property.
This capsule hotel offers air-conditioned rooms appointed with free WiFi, an electric kettle, and plush bedding. Family rooms are also available in the property, perfect for larger groups who want to have a more private space. Feel free to take advantage of the shared kitchen and luggage storage during your stay here. For other leisure without leaving the premises, you can unwind in the garden or have a good read in the shared lounge.
Shinjuku Sky hostel
Address: Nakai 1-2-4 Shinjuku Skycapsule Hotel
9. Rembrandt Cabin Shinjuku Shin-Okubo (from USD 33)
Plenty of dining options nearby, free drinks in the lounge, convenient access to restaurants and cafes
Great value for the price, budget-friendly
Convenient location near Yamonte train line, vibrant neighborhood with Korean shops and restaurants, close to Shinjuku Station
Spacious lockers, clean facilities, separate areas for men and women, free coffee, free amenities like towels and pajamas
Located in the district of Hyakunincho, Rembrandt Cabin Shinjuku Shin-Okubo is idyllic for those who plan cultural sightseeing. The place is surrounded by several attractions such as Zenryu-Ji Temple, Meotogi Shrine, and Okubo Park. Numerous cafes and restaurants are also within walking distance.
This establishment offers modern capsule rooms with comfy beds and air-conditioning and heating systems. Options for single or two-person pods are provided and note that the accommodations have distinct areas for men and women. The hotel offers additional services such as a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and vending machines for a more convenient stay.
Rembrandt Cabin Shinjuku Shin-Okubo
Address: Shinjuku-ku Hyakunincho 1-4-15
10. MyCUBE by MYSTAYS Asakusa Kuramae (from USD 41)
If you’re keen to explore the sights and sounds of Taito City, the warm and inviting space of MyCUBE by MYSTAYS Asakusa Kuramae is the perfect place to stay. This property features compact yet functional capsule rooms with separate sections for male and female guests. You’re assured of conveniences such as a USB port, complimentary WiFi, and a flat-screen TV in any of the rooms.
You can check in at any time as there is a 24-hour front desk or take advantage of the hotel’s free luggage storage service. Additionally, there is no need to venture far for a delectable meal as this accommodation boasts an on-site restaurant.
MyCUBE by MYSTAYS Asakusa Kuramae
Address: Taito-Ku, Kuramae 2-6-7
11. Hotel Tomariya, Ueno (from USD 19)
This time you can explore the popular Taito district of Tokyo. The hotel is within walking distance of the three most important shrines in this area: the Hozenji Temple, the Myojun-Ji Temple, and the Ryukoku-Ji Temple. The creative design of this property includes Japanese-style artwork throughout. The washing services provided are of high quality and you can even have access to hairdryers and straighteners, perfect for a night out.
For those of you wanting to stay in a pod hotel but not wanting to be cramped up all day and night this luxury capsule hotel in Tokyo might be ideal. It has a few bright and spacious communal lounges and you can rent tabletop games for free.
Hotel Tomariya Ueno
Address: Taito-ku Higashiueno 4-20-4
12. Lightning Hotel, Asakusa (from USD 26)
The words ‘space’ and ‘pod-hotel’ are not frequently seen together, but this hotel in Asakusa has the best of both worlds. This hotel offers not only pod rooms but also full bedrooms and there is plenty of communal space. If you’re looking for a spotlessly clean, comfortable and quiet location in the area, then Lightning Hotel is a must stay. The reception desk is 24-hours and there is free WiFi throughout the property. It is located just a stone’s throw from the infamous Eiken-ji Temple and the specialist Drum Museum. Be sure to check it out!
Capsule Room Lightning Hotel Asakusa
Address: Taito-ku Kaminari-mon 1-8-6
13. Nine Hours, Otemachi-Imperial Palace (from USD 40)
This property is one of the several Nine Hours chains in Tokyo, but this one is about 1km (0.6mi) from the stunning Japan Imperial Palace. If you can imagine a movie set that looks into the ‘not-so-distant-future’ we’re sure that you’ll see designs similar to this Nine Hours pod hotel. From the outside, the tall white building gives nothing away about its interior design, but step inside and the futuristic and modern property opens up before you. Head up the metal angular staircase in the center of the building and the pod rooms will circle around you like a bee hive. Each pod is equipped with a hairdryer, free WiFi, and air conditioning.
nine hours Otemachi-Imperial Palace
Address: Chiyoda-ku Kanda Nishikicho 3-11-15
Pod-hotels, all the best things come in small sizes
Okay, so we realize that we have written a cliche for a subtitle but, honestly, in the case of pod-hotels, we think it’s true. So, if you’re planning a trip to Tokyo, why not try a pod-hotel for a few days, we’re sure that you’ll be a convert to these comfortable, welcoming and cost-effective spots in the busy city of Tokyo. Book today and make sure to let us know your reviews.
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