Usually, when traveling with friends or family, I still choose to stay in hotels. But if I am traveling solo, or making a quick trip to attend a concert or follow a favorite celebrity, I think choosing a capsule hotel or hostel in Tokyo is a great way to save money. Japanese capsule hotels are actually very well designed, with good facilities, decent soundproofing, and clean, hygienic environments. Some even feature women-only floors, which makes solo female travelers feel more at ease. There are also some newly opened capsule hotels in Tokyo with very stylish designs. This article rounds up several capsule hotels that I or my friends would choose when making quick trips to Tokyo for concerts or fan activities. If you are only staying for a short 1–2 days, they can really help save a lot on accommodation costs.
Recommended Capsule Hotels in Tokyo
Nine Hours Akasaka
The Nine Hours capsule hotel in Akasaka is located in the prime area of Akasaka, with extremely convenient surrounding facilities. Popular attractions such as Roppongi and Tokyo Tower are within walking distance, and it is also very convenient to go for a drink at an izakaya in the evening or stop by a convenience store for snacks and late-night bites. Akasaka-mitsuke Station and Nagatacho Station are both nearby, making it almost seamless to connect by subway to Tokyo’s major popular areas. This Tokyo capsule hotel was designed by architect Akihisa Hirata. Its exterior features staggered geometric boxes combined with large floor-to-ceiling glass, overturning the usual stereotype of capsule hotels as narrow and dark. The design concept of Nine Hours Tokyo Capsule Hotel is based on the idea of a perfect 9-hour sleep, divided into three simple stages: preparing for sleep, deep sleep, and waking up and washing up. Every step is designed just right, with no sense of pressure at all, though of course it does not mean you can only stay for 9 hours. This Tokyo capsule hotel was designed by architect Akihisa Hirata. Its exterior features staggered geometric boxes combined with large floor-to-ceiling glass, overturning the usual stereotype of capsule hotels as narrow and dark.
The interior of Nine Hours Akasaka Tokyo Capsule Hotel is also thoughtfully designed. The mattress is unexpectedly comfortable, and personal reading lights, power outlets, and free Wi-Fi are all provided. The sense of privacy is well handled, so you do not need to worry about being disturbed. The most special feature is its sleep analysis function. After waking up, you can receive a simple sleep report on your phone, letting you know how deeply you slept and how many times you turned over during the night. It is very interesting.
Address: 4-3-14 Akasaka, Minato-ku
Transportation: About a 4-minute walk from Akasaka Station
BAY HOTEL Akihabara
I want to share with you a Tokyo capsule hotel that is especially suitable for women: “BAY HOTEL Akihabara.” The entire building uses soft pastel colors, ranging from pink to light blue, mint green, and pale yellow. Each floor has a different dreamy color tone, making it completely different from the masculine image many people usually associate with capsule hotels. The facilities are also very carefully prepared. Each floor of this Tokyo capsule hotel has large makeup mirrors and full-length mirrors, and the dressing areas are fully equipped. In addition to basic hair dryers, they even provide pink curling irons, which is quite amusing.
Safety is also one of the reasons I highly recommend this Tokyo capsule hotel. Each floor uses wristband-style sensor keys for entry management, so non-female guests or non-guests cannot enter at all. Solo female travelers can stay here with peace of mind. Floors 2 to 5 are accommodation areas, with 130 individual capsule units available in both TV and non-TV types. There is also an exclusive lounge on the basement floor, with vending machines and microwaves available. It is only a 4-minute walk from Akihabara Station, so after shopping at anime stores and the electronics district, returning to the hotel to rest is completely effortless.
BAY HOTEL Akihabara
Address: 44-4 Kanda Neribeicho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo
Transportation: About a 4-minute walk from Akihabara Station
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The Millennials Shibuya
The Millennials Shibuya is a Tokyo capsule hotel that tech lovers will enjoy. Just looking at the photos, you can feel its sense of technology and futurism. Although this Tokyo capsule hotel still follows a capsule-style room layout, there is no feeling of oppression at all. The ceiling height is similar to that of a regular hotel room, so standing up to change clothes is not a problem. The space under the bed is surprisingly large, big enough to fit an entire 29-inch suitcase, so there is no need to go to a public area just to organize your luggage. This thoughtful design really saves travelers a lot of trouble.
The most impressive feature of this Tokyo capsule hotel is its “Smart Pod” intelligent system. The mattress itself is electric: during the day, it can be raised into sofa mode, and at night, it lies flat as a comfortable bed. It even uses Serta mattresses from the United States, the same level used in five-star hotels. Once the capsule door is closed, you can project movies or TV series directly onto the door panel, instantly turning the space into a private screening room. Functions such as setting alarms and turning off lights are all operated through the iPod touch inside the room, giving it a strong sense of technology.
In terms of location, The Millennials Shibuya is only a 6-minute walk from Shibuya Station. Directly opposite are PARCO and the Disney Store, both of which are great for shopping. There are also plenty of restaurants nearby, so you do not need to worry about transportation for shopping or dining. This is also one of the reasons I think this Tokyo capsule hotel offers excellent value for money. The location is simply unbeatable.
The Millennials Shibuya
Address: 1-20-13 Jinnan, Shibuya City, Tokyo
Transportation: 6-minute walk from Shibuya Station
BOOK AND BED TOKYO SHINJUKU
"BOOK AND BED TOKYO SHINJUKU" in Shinjuku is themed around a "bookstore you can stay in." Just the name alone already feels full of literary charm. The biggest highlight of this Tokyo capsule hotel is the huge collection of books inside. There are about 4,000 books of various kinds on the shelves for guests to browse freely. Whether you sit in the common area to read or take a book back to your bed and read until you fall asleep, it is completely fine. Various manga are also hung from the ceiling to create atmosphere, giving the whole space a reading experience that feels detached from reality. This was also the first time I felt that Tokyo capsule hotels could actually take on a literary, artsy style.
The Shinjuku capsule hotel "BOOK AND BED TOKYO SHINJUKU" also offers quite diverse room types, including single rooms, comfort single rooms, double rooms, and even queen double rooms. The mattresses are all over 95 cm wide and up to 200 cm long, giving plenty of space to lie down without feeling cramped. Bathrooms and toilets are shared 24 hours a day, and before midnight, guests can also use the attached café space with free Wi-Fi, making it easy to read and go online at the same time. It is especially suitable for those who enjoy immersive accommodation experiences. As for the location, it is right next to the Kabukicho area of Shinjuku, meaning you are staying directly in Tokyo’s liveliest city center. Whether you want to shop, eat, or experience Shinjuku nightlife, almost everything is within walking distance, and it does not take much time to return to the hotel.
BOOK AND BED TOKYO SHINJUKU
Address: 8F, 1 Chome−27−5 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021, Japan
Transportation: About a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station
℃ Ebisu Hotel
The most special feature of this ℃ Ebisu Hotel Tokyo capsule hotel is that it combines "sauna bathing" with capsule rooms, a style that is still relatively rare in Tokyo. The Tokyo capsule hotel ℃ Ebisu Hotel is located in the stylish Ebisu neighborhood, surrounded by high-quality restaurants, cafés, and small shops. Just a short walk away, you can also visit Ebisu Garden Place for a stroll and shopping. ℃ Ebisu Hotel has a simple and clean modern style. Floors 3 to 6 are men-only, while floors 7 to 9 are women-only. This floor-based management makes the stay feel much more secure. The true core selling point of ℃ Ebisu Hotel is its Finnish-style sauna facilities, which are very stylish and kept extremely clean. Guests can use them unlimited times during their stay, which is why it is especially popular among nearby office workers. After work, coming here for a sauna before returning to the capsule room is basically the perfect healing routine for both body and mind.
The amenities are also carefully selected. This Tokyo capsule hotel uses the “TAMANOHADA 006” revival edition bath products from Tamanohada, a long-established soap brand founded in 1892. They are even printed with the hotel’s exclusive brand logo and are limited items available only here. Just from the level of amenities, you can feel how much thought this hotel puts into the guest experience.
℃ Ebisu Hotel
Address: 1-8-1 Ebisu, Shibuya-ku
Transportation: About a 2-minute walk from Ebisu Station
First Cabin Haneda Airport / Akasaka
If you are taking a red-eye flight but still want to rest for a while, I recommend First Cabin. This Tokyo capsule hotel belongs to the well-known Japanese chain brand “First Cabin.” It began in 2014 with an “airplane cabin” concept, and as soon as it launched, it overturned people’s fixed impression of capsule hotels as small and dark. Today, it has branches across Kansai and Kyushu, with a very stable reputation. There are branches at Narita Airport, Haneda Airport, and Akasaka in central Tokyo, making it a lifesaver for travelers taking red-eye or early-morning flights.
The room design continues the brand’s signature “cabin” concept. This Tokyo capsule hotel is divided into room types such as first-class cabins and business-class cabins, offering much more personal space than ordinary capsule hotels. Each bed area has power outlets and storage boxes at the head of the bed, making it convenient to place power banks and personal items. Overall comfort is far better than sleeping on an airport waiting-area chair. The necessary accommodation facilities are all provided. However, since it is still a capsule-style room, the soundproofing cannot be completely independent, and you may occasionally hear movements from neighboring guests. I recommend bringing a pair of earplugs with you to better ensure sleep quality.
First Cabin Akasaka
Address: 3-13-7 Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo
Transportation: About a 2-minute walk from Akasaka Station
Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa
This Tokyo capsule hotel in Asakusa, “Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa,” follows the “Poshtel” concept, which combines “posh” with “hostel.” Simply put, it is an upgraded, refined version of a youth hostel, with a quality that is no less impressive than a regular hotel. Safety is definitely the biggest reason I want to recommend this Tokyo capsule hotel. Whether it is the floor, bathroom, or room, everything requires a sensor card to unlock. Suitcases can also be stored under the bed and individually locked, so solo travelers can stay here without feeling anxious. The hotel also thoughtfully offers women-only floors, men-only floors, and mixed floors to choose from.
The amenities at this Tokyo capsule hotel in Asakusa, “Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa,” are also carefully prepared. Upon check-in, guests receive a toiletry set, and a brand-new set is replaced every day afterward, so there is no need to worry about using something that has been used by others. What impressed me the most is the strong Edo-style atmosphere throughout this Tokyo capsule hotel. The sleeping pods are designed like tea rooms, the washrooms feature an elegant Japanese style, and even the lounge is laid with tatami mats. There is also a Mount Fuji mural on the wall. The entire space feels as if traditional Japanese culture has been condensed into it. The hotel is located in Asakusa, making it very convenient whether you want to visit Sensoji Temple, stroll around the Kaminarimon shopping street, or experience the old downtown atmosphere.
Asakusa Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa
Address: 2-25-1 Nishi-Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo
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