A number of capsule hotels are opening year after year in the city of Tokyo. These hotels are stylish, sophisticated, and fashionable, but they also provide excellent facilities for guests. Women traveling alone need not worry as these hotels also have security. Capsule hotels are also called pod hotels and they have a large number of small rooms or capsules. These rooms are intended to provide cheap and basic overnight stay to those who do not want to pay a hefty hotel bill just for a night. Check out this list of recommended capsule hotels in Tokyo.
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 April 07, 2024.
1. Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa (from USD 55)
Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa is a unique accommodation that offers an authentic Japanese capsule hotel experience. The thoughtfully designed sleeping pods adorned with traditional motifs provide a cozy space for a restful night’s sleep. The shared lounge area is the perfect spot to mingle with fellow travelers.
With Tawaramachi Station nearby, exploring the vibrant city of Tokyo becomes effortless. Due to its excellent location, guests can easily visit nearby attractions such as the Tokyo Origami Museum, try interesting brews at the best cafes in Tokyo, or go shopping along the bustling streets. For a change of scenery, head to Odaiba Beach to enjoy the scenic views.
Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa
Address: Taito-ku Nishiasakusa 2-25-1
3.43 km (2.2 mi) from Koami Shrine
2. Rembrandt Cabin Shinjuku Shin-Okubo (from USD 61)
Great value for the price, budget-friendly
Spacious lockers, clean facilities, separate areas for men and women, free coffee, free amenities like towels and pajamas
Convenient location near Yamonte train line, vibrant neighborhood with Korean shops and restaurants, close to Shinjuku Station
Plenty of dining options nearby, free drinks in the lounge, convenient access to restaurants and cafes
Modernity meets comfort at the Rembrandt Cabin Shinjuku Shin-Okubo. At this cheap capsule hotel in Tokyo, expect to see extremely well-maintained shared bathroom facilities, lockers, and dedicated luggage storage facilities. With Shin Okubo Station within walking distance, you’ll have an easy option to move around and out of Tokyo for adventurous day trips.
Explore the rich cultural heritage of the city by visiting nearby museums such as the Tsumami - Kanzashi Museum, Nakamuraya Salon Museum of Art, and Seiji Togo Memorial, all within a short distance from the location.
Rembrandt Cabin Shinjuku Shin-Okubo
Address: Shinjuku-ku Hyakunincho 1-4-15
7.37 km (4.6 mi) from Koami Shrine
3. Capsule Hotel Anshin Oyado Shinbashi (from USD 62)
Affordable with free drinks, curry breakfast, and amenities
Freebies like phone chargers, noise-cancellation earplugs, and toothbrush; massage chair; clean pajamas
Conveniently located near Shimbashi station with easy access to eateries and bars
Complimentary curry and rice breakfast, free drink bar including alcohol, and 24-hour onsen access
This capsule hotel offers relaxing capsule units even for taller guests. Each unit is one meter in width, one meter in height and two meters deep. All beds have a Simmons mattress ensuring a comfortable stay. Wi-Fi in the capsule units is available for free, which means you can stay connected at all times and also find nearby places of interest. Each unit also has multiple charging points where you can easily recharge your tablets, laptops and smartphones. Each floor and each unit has an authentication lock for added security of all guests. You can drop your luggage at the front desk or the dedicated locker. You can keep your valuables safe in a separate locker.
Anshin Oyado Tokyo Shinbashi Ekimaeten-Male Only
Address: Minato-ku Shinbashi 3-21-6
2.94 km (1.9 mi) from Koami Shrine
4. Nadesico Hotel Shibuya (from USD 59)
Nadesico Hotel Shibuya is a fashionable and clean hotel. This hotel has a fusion of futuristic and Japanese style. The women-only hotel is increasingly gaining popularity among female travelers who are visiting Japan. All capsule units have air conditioning and fluffy beds. The bath house with a painting of Mount Fuji by artist Mizuki Tanaka is a perfect place to relax after a tiresome day in the city. The hotel also has a shower room for those who do not want to use the bath. You can enjoy breakfast or have ‘sake’ at the restaurant on the first floor.
Nadeshiko Hotel Shibuya (Female Only)
Address: Shibuya-ku, Shinsencho 10-5
8.54 km (5.4 mi) from Koami Shrine
5. Capsule Hotel Anshin Oyado Shinjuku (from USD 65)
This affordable yet luxurious capsule hotel in Tokyo is just a two-minute walk from shops and restaurants making it an ideal choice for many travelers. The affordable rate of the hotel is the same throughout the year, whether it be Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve.
Although it is a capsule hotel, it offers guests a comfortable stay and a nice ambiance. All rooms have a TV and a headphone, which will keep you entertained. Each unit also has charging points so that you can recharge your electronics with ease. All capsule units have Simmons mattresses, ensuring a sound sleep for guests.
Anshin Oyado Tokyo Shinjuku Ekimaeten - Male Only
Address: Shinjuku-ku Shinjuku 4-2-10
7.03 km (4.4 mi) from Koami Shrine
6. Capsule Hotel Anshin Oyado Shinjuku (from USD 65)
Although a capsule hotel, this hotel offers a luxurious experience to guests. All capsule units have a flat-screen TV, which will keep you entertained. This hotel has a cafe cum bar with a dining space where you can enjoy high-quality authentic food and drinks. It has a large public bath where you can unwind. You can also opt for a paid massage. Capsule Hotel Anshin Oyado Shinjuku is about a 10-minute walk from Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden and Robot Restaurant.
Anshin Oyado Tokyo Shinjuku Ekimaeten - Male Only
Address: Shinjuku-ku Shinjuku 4-2-10
7.03 km (4.4 mi) from Koami Shrine
7. Unplan Kagurazaka (from USD 66)
The stylish interior of this pod hotel near the Kagurazaka Station, Tokyo, gives a feel of visiting a place outside Japan. The reception has many books that you can read during your stay. The staff in the hotel also offer information to tourists. The cafe and lounge are a great place to relax where you can sit back and relax with a cup of specialty coffee. In the evening, you can have a taste of one of the cocktails on offer. This hotel offers several types of rooms including dormitories for men and women. Head to the terrace from where you can get spectacular views of Tokyo Sky Tree.
UNPLAN Kagurazaka
Address: Shinjuku-ku Tenjin-cho 23-1
5.0 km (3.2 mi) from Koami Shrine
8. MyCUBE by MYSTAYS Asakusa Kuramae (from USD 83)
The charming MyCUBE by MYSTAYS is located in Kuramae and the locality is comfortable and safe for tourists. Tokyo Sky Tree can be reached easily on foot from this hotel. This hotel has separate floors for male and female guests, which is an important aspect for many solo travelers. Each unit has a USB port that you can use to recharge your electronics. Each unit also has a TV and Wi-Fi to keep you entertained during your stay. The lounge of the hotel is also tastefully designed and it has a few hammocks where you can unwind after a tiresome day. The hostel also has a bar that serves several types of wine, craft beer and sake.
MyCUBE by MYSTAYS Asakusa Kuramae
Address: Taito-Ku, Kuramae 2-6-7
2.43 km (1.6 mi) from Koami Shrine
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This hotel is located in Haneda International Airport and it is perfect for those who want to take a quick nap before catching their next flight. You can also ask the hotel to set a wake-up call so that you don’t miss your flight. You can choose from two types of units: Business Class Cabin or the First Class Cabin, based on your personal preference and budget. Each unit has a TV to keep you entertained. If you don’t want to sleep in your capsule you can also use the shared lounge where you can comfortably sit in luxury. You have the option to book your preferred unit up to two months in advance.
First Cabin Haneda Terminal 1
Address: 3 Chome-3-2 Hanedakuko, Ōta, Tokyo 144-0041, Japan
Star Rating: 3 Star
10. Nine Hours Narita Airport (from USD 57)
Affordable and competitive pricing for an airport hotel.
Comprehensive amenities including towels, pyjamas, slippers, and toiletries.
Strategically located within Narita Airport, offering easy access to terminals and transportation.
Convenient dining options nearby, including a Starbucks voucher for breakfast.
Nine Hours is located at Narita Airport and it offers easy short-term stays for passengers with connecting flights. Guests have the option to check-in at any time of the day. This capsule hotel has a separate entrance for male and female guests after check-in. Narita Hours has 129 rooms in total: 71 for men and 58 for women. Each unit is 80 cms (2.62 feet) wide, 210 cms (6.88 feet) deep and 80 cms (2.62 feet) in height. Slippers, bath towels, face towels and toothbrushes are provided to all guests. Shower rooms and toilets are available to guests on a shared basis. Lockers are available for guests to keep their valuables safe.
9h nine hours Narita Airport
Address: Narita International Airport
55.57 km (34.6 mi) from Koami Shrine
11. Akihabara Bay Hotel (from USD 31)
Taken right out of an anime, this capsule hotel in Tokyo is meant only for female guests. You are given a wristband key that gives you access to your designated floor and capsule unit. It has great security so that even solo female travelers can stay with confidence.
Although the hotel has a pink theme at the front desk, the color scheme of each unit from inside is dark brown. The size of each capsule unit is big enough even for tall guests. The TV, USB charger, and headphones will make your stay comfortable. Akihabara Train Station is just a short walk away, which means you can travel to other parts of the city with ease.
Akihabara Bay Hotel (Female Only)
Address: Chiyoda-ku, Kandaneribei-cho 44-4
1.84 km (1.2 mi) from Koami Shrine
12. First Cabin Akasaka (from USD 60)
Affordable pricing with good value for money, including amenities like pyjamas, towels, and toiletries.
Clean and well-maintained facilities, spacious capsules, availability of toiletries, and good WiFi connection.
Convenient location near Akasaka and Akasaka Mitsuke stations, close to shrines, Harry Potter attractions, and fancy malls, with plenty of restaurants and convenience stores nearby.
Good food available at the cafe, close proximity to cafes, restaurants, and a coffee shop within the same building.
First Cabin Akasaka is a compact and affordable hotel that offers a luxurious experience to guests. Public transport is easily available from this hotel as it is located a short walk from Akasaka Station Exit 2 and it is very close to Akasaka-Mitsuke Station and Tameike Sanno Station. Staying at this hotel means you have no reason to miss sightseeing. This hotel has 123 cabins divided into two categories. The First Class Cabin is 4.4 square meter (47 square feet) and the Business Class Cabin is 2.5 square meters (26.9 square feet) big. This hotel has a library lounge where you can enjoy reading your favorite book.
First Cabin Akasaka
Address: Minato-ku Akasaka 3-13-7
4.08 km (2.6 mi) from Koami Shrine
13. Grids Tokyo Akihabara Hotel & Hostel (from USD 14)
This hotel offers a number of room types for individuals, couples and for four people. The design of this charming hotel is a fusion of Japanese and Western styles. Capsule units are available from the second to the fifth floors. The fifth floor is only for female guests and people cannot enter this floor without a valid security card. A backrest cushion is available in the pod rooms, which means you can also sit and read a book comfortably. The sixth and the seventh floors have private rooms. The first floor of this property has a cafe and a bar where you can sit back and relax.
Grids Tokyo Akihabara Hotel&Hostel
Address: Chiyoda-ku Higashi-kanda 2-8-16
1.38 km (0.9 mi) from Koami Shrine
14. Hotel First Cabin Tsukiji (from USD 38)
Hotel First Cabin is located in a convenient area close to Ginza and Tsukiji. The entrance is a fashionable bar and cafe, which is open to guests as well as for people who are not staying at the hotel. This same place is converted to a place to eat breakfast. The hotel accepts both men and women guests; however, the 7th and the 8th floors are women only. Guests can choose from two room categories; Business Class and First Class. Each room category is equipped with a 32-inch TV that will keep you entertained. Both the room options also have a safe where you can securely keep your valuables. These units can also be taken for a short span of 2 hours.
First Cabin Tsukiji
Address: Chuo-ku Tsukiji 2-11-10
1.89 km (1.2 mi) from Koami Shrine
15. Tamachi Bay Hotel (from USD 40)
Tamachi Bay Hotel opened in November 2016 in the Shinagawa-Tamachi area. A simple but sophisticated reception in white greets you on arrival. During check-in, you are given a card key and a locker key. The entrance to each floor is locked and managed with this card key, which ensures the security of the guests. Capsule units are divided into upper and lower parts and they are very basic but clean. Each unit is deep enough to accommodate a tall woman. The entrance has a screen, which means you can sleep in privacy. You have the option to choose from a unit with or without a TV. All units contain a USB outlet where you can charge your smartphones.
Tamachi Bay Hotel
Address: Minato-ku Shiba 5-27-10
5.12 km (3.2 mi) from Koami Shrine
16. Tokyo Ginza Bay Hotel (from USD 24)
This hotel is located in the Ginza area, which has some of the most famous luxury brands and clubs. The high cost of accommodation is a matter of concern for those planning to stay in this area. Tokyo Ginza Bay Hotel offers capsule units, which makes staying in the area affordable. The front desk is located on the third floor from where you can collect a card key, which gives access to the capsule unit as well as the floor you are staying. This ensures the security of people staying at the hotel. Apart from the capsule unit, you also have access to the lounge area where you can read a book or eat your meals. Tokyo Ginza Bay Hotel also offers a room with a private shower.
Tokyo Ginza BAY HOTEL
Address: Chuo-ku, Ginza 7-13-15
2.38 km (1.5 mi) from Koami Shrine
17. Centurion Hotel Residential Cabin Tower (from USD 19)
The interiors of Centurion Hotel Residential Cabin Tower are stylish and luxurious. Many popular hotels are located in the area but this hotel is one of the most affordable. The capsule rooms are available on each floor dedicated to male and female guests. All rooms have a luxurious French mattress that ensures a comfortable sleep. Each room also has a TV and you are provided with a pair of headphones so that you can enjoy watching TV at a loud volume. Guests also have the option to choose the deluxe cabin, which has more space. You can enjoy breakfast, at an additional cost, in the breakfast room. This hotel is just a three-minute walk from Akasaka Station.
Centurion Hotel Residential Cabin Tower
Address: Minato-ku Akasaka 3-12-16
4.04 km (2.6 mi) from Koami Shrine
18. Bunka Hostel Tokyo (from USD 25)
This new hostel is a five-minute walk from Asakusa Subway Station and it is close to Kaminarimon and Asakusa Temples. Bunka Hostel is a perfect destination if you are interested in sightseeing in Asakusa. Although a hostel, the interiors of this property are fashionable. The hostel has a dormitory with capsule units available at an affordable rate. The hostel also has a women-only floor for added security of female guests. English speaking staff are available at the front desk, and they are available to address all your queries. The hostel has 30 varieties of ‘sake’ from different parts of Japan, which you can taste during your stay.
Bunka Hostel Tokyo
Address: Taito-ku, Asakusa 1-13-5
3.33 km (2.1 mi) from Koami Shrine
19. First Cabin Akihabara (from USD 22)
First Cabin Akihabara is just a four-minute walk from Akihabara Station. This capsule hotel is a cheaper option in comparison to many business hotels but it offers full comfort to guests. A number of convenience stores, fast food joints, pubs and restaurants are located nearby. This hotel offers two types capsule rooms: First Class Cabin, which is 4.4 square meters (47 square feet) in size and the Business Class Cabin, which is 2.1 square meters (22.6 square feet) big. The units also have a safe where you can keep your valuables. This hotel has separate male and female floors. Shower rooms are also available for those who do not want to use the communal bath.
First Cabin Akihabara Showa-dori
Address: Chiyoda-ku Kanda Sakuma-cho 3-38
1.55 km (1.0 mi) from Koami Shrine
20. Book And Bed Tokyo Ikebukuro (from USD 34)
The concept of Book And Bed Tokyo Ikebukuro is a bookshop where people can also stay. This hotel does not sell books but guests are free to read them during their stay. This is a great place for travelers who like reading. You can bring along a book or pick your favorite book from the hotel and read in your cozy capsule unit. You’ll find more than 1700 books across various genres stacked on the shelves. Here you can rent two types of units: Standard Bookshelf Area or the Compact Bank Area. This hotel is just a minute’s walk from Ikebukuro Station.
Book And Bed Tokyo Ikebukuro
Address: Toshima-ku Ikebukuro 1-17-7 Lumiere Buld. 7F
8.34 km (5.2 mi) from Koami Shrine
21. Grids Tokyo Nihombashi East (from USD 18)
This hotel is conveniently located at a three-minute walk from Bakuro Yokoyama and Higashi Nihombashi subway stations. This is a business area with many clothes wholesalers in the region. The first floor has a bar where you can enjoy some drinks along with snacks. Grids Tokyo Nihombashi East offers both capsule and private rooms. Each pod is 95 cms (3.11 feet) wide, 210 cms (6.88 feet) deep and 101 cms (3.31 feet) high. This hotel also has a female-only floor for added security of women travelers. The common space in the property has a comfortable atmosphere where you can relax. A hairdryer, slippers and toiletries are available for free to guests.
Grids Tokyo Nihombashi East Hotel&Hostel
Address: Chuo-ku, Nihombashihisamatsucho 4-7
753 meters (0.5 ft) from Koami Shrine
22. Khaosan Tokyo Samurai Capsule - Asakusa (from USD 16)
Khaosan Tokyo Samurai Capsule is located in Asakusa and its samurai residence type interiors attract many tourists. The rooms have shiny golden color interiors and the capsule unit is deep enough to accommodate even a tall guest. You can also use the shared living room, which is bright and sunny. Here you will also find swords, pottery and more Japanese style art displayed on the walls. The living room also has a big table where you can sit with other guests and have meals. The tea room in the property is perfect if you want to sit back and relax with a cup of Japanese tea with your friends.
Khaosan Tokyo Samurai
Address: Taito-ku Nishiasakusa 3-16-10
3.6 km (2.3 mi) from Koami Shrine
23. Hotel First Cabin Shimbashi Atagoyama (from USD 51)
Reasonable pricing for a central location with spa facilities.
Spa, common spaces, dedicated working desks, toiletries, hair dryers, and coin laundry.
Conveniently situated between two Mita line stations, close to convenience stores and supermarkets, and a 15-minute walk to Tokyo Tower.
Limited food selection in the vicinity, but lit food options available; breakfast provided by the hotel.
The stylish interiors of the affordable hotel will make your stay feel luxurious. Hotel First Cabin Shimbashi Atagoyama is a five-minute walk from Onarimon Station. This hotel has separate floors for male and female guests. You will find a grand piano on the sixth floor, which also adds a luxurious feel to the hotel. Apart from the private capsule unit, guests also have access to a lounge area where they can sit back and relax. This lounge also has a cafe and bar that serves simple dishes and drinks in a fancy and comforting atmosphere.
First Cabin Shinbashi Atagoyama
Address: Minato-ku Nishishimbashi 3-10-7
3.41 km (2.2 mi) from Koami Shrine
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It is particularly important for women to feel secure during a trip. Many factors such as a nearby airport, public transport, affordability and more come into play while picking the right hotel to stay, especially in a busy city like Tokyo.
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