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Capsule Hotels in Tokyo

We reviewed 77 capsule hotels in Tokyo and picked the 50 best for every budget and preference.

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Sauna & Capsule Hotel Hokuo - Tokyo S Budget capsule

A straightforward capsule hotel with a sauna and free Wi-Fi, 20 minutes' walk from Kappabashi-dori.

From€29per night
Sauna&Hotel Karumaru Ikebukuro - Tokyo S Capsule Stay
7.8good85 reviews

Capsule-style stays in central Ikebukuro with sauna access and free Wi-Fi, steps from a notable local landmark.

From€40per night
First Cabin Haneda Terminal 1 F Airport Stay

First Cabin Haneda Terminal 1 ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.6Very good3,450 reviews

Sleep steps from your departure gate, with a public bath and 24-hour reception to make early flights easy.

From€60per night
Anshin Oyado Tokyo Man Akihabara A Men-only capsule

Anshin Oyado Tokyo Man Akihabara

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8.6Great2,491 reviews

Men-only capsule hotel in Akihabara with sauna, free curry rice, and a lively communal lounge.

From€73per night
Anshin Oyado Tokyo Man Shinjuku A Male-only capsule

Anshin Oyado Tokyo Man Shinjuku

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8.7Great3,957 reviews

A male-only capsule hotel with 24-hour onsen, free drinks, and a central Shinjuku location near the station.

From€54per night
Smart Stay Shizuku Shinagawa-Oimachi S Central Capsule Stay

Smart Stay Shizuku Shinagawa-Oimachi

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8.1Great1,023 reviews

Clean capsule rooms beside Oimachi Station, with a sauna and public bath to unwind in after a day in Tokyo.

From€28per night
安心お宿 Tokyo Woman 新宿荻窪店 Women-only capsule
8.7Great877 reviews

A women-only capsule hotel with a sauna, jacuzzi, and hot spring bath, rated 8.7 for value.

From€26per night
Capsule Hotel Shibuya - Tokyo C Budget & Central
7.6good38 reviews

Steps from Shibuya Station with free breakfast and sauna access.

From€32per night
Smart Stay Shizuku Ueno Ekimae S Ueno District Capsule

Smart Stay Shizuku Ueno Ekimae ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8.3Great1,605 reviews

Capsule hotel steps from Ueno station with a public bath, sauna, and spotless lounges.

From€26per night
9H Nine Hours Akasaka 9 Central Capsules

9H Nine Hours Akasaka ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.6Very good4,182 reviews

Modern capsule pods in central Akasaka, steps from restaurants and a short stroll to Tokyo Midtown.

From€25per night
Capsule And Sauna Rosco - Tokyo C Budget Capsule
7.7good1,565 reviews

A no-frills capsule hotel in Tokyo with a sauna and massage, a 6-minute walk from Someiyoshino Sakura Memorial Park.

From€20per night
First Cabin Ichigaya F Station-side capsule

First Cabin Ichigaya

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8.4Great2,750 reviews

A capsule hotel right beside Ichigaya Station with a public bath, private pods, and a high staff rating.

From€24per night
First Cabin Akasaka F Adults-only cabins

First Cabin Akasaka

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8.1Great1,785 reviews

Compact, well-run cabins in central Akasaka with high staff and value scores.

From€39per night
Shinjuku Kuyakusho-Mae Capsule Hotel S Capsule classic

Shinjuku Kuyakusho-Mae Capsule Hotel

Tokyo Capsule hotel

6.7Nice5,088 reviews

A classic capsule stay in Kabukicho, a 10-minute walk from Shinjuku station, with sauna and public bath.

From€22per night
Tokyo Ariake Bay Hotel T Clean & Convenient

Tokyo Ariake Bay Hotel ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.3Very good3,017 reviews

Frequent praise for exceptional cleanliness and a friendly, helpful staff, right near the train station.

From€20per night
The Global Hotel Tokyo T Adults-only capsules

The Global Hotel Tokyo

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.7Very good3,487 reviews

A well-rated capsule hotel in Shinjuku with a sun terrace, garden, and easy access to two train stations.

From€11per night
Akihabara Bay Hotel A Women-only capsules

Akihabara Bay Hotel ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8.1Great4,821 reviews

A clean, secure, women-only capsule hotel steps from Akihabara Station with a lively lounge and great value.

From€22per night
Anshin Oyado Tokyo Woman Ginza Shiodome A Women-only onsen

Anshin Oyado Tokyo Woman Ginza Shiodome

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8.8Great2,383 reviews

A women-only capsule hotel with a hot spring bath, free snacks, and a lounge that earns near-perfect marks for value.

From€25per night
9H Nine Hours Suidobashi 9 Capsule Stay

9H Nine Hours Suidobashi ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8Great3,991 reviews

A capsule hotel about a 2-minute walk from Suidobashi Station, with clean rooms, reliable Wi-Fi and a 24-hour desk.

From€20per night
Gran Custama Ueno G Budget capsule

Gran Custama Ueno

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.9Very good1,346 reviews

A no-frills capsule stay with free curry rice and a communal bath, steps from Ueno's transport links.

From€20per night
Nine Hours Otemachi-Imperial Palace - Tokyo N Capsule Stay
7.7good2,448 reviews

A practical capsule hotel near the Imperial Palace with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning.

From€19per night
9H Nine Hours Ningyocho 9 Compact & Clean

9H Nine Hours Ningyocho ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8.3Great3,343 reviews

A tidy, modern capsule stay with friendly staff and an unbeatable location for exploring Tokyo.

From€25per night
Centurion Ladies Hostel Ueno Park - Tokyo C Women-only & central
8.6Great738 reviews

Women-only hostel beside Ueno Park with clean capsule rooms, friendly staff, and a spot near Yushima Station.

From€40per night
Booth Netcafe & Capsule B Budget capsule

Booth Netcafe & Capsule

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.4Very good1,700 reviews

Clean capsules near Shinjuku's nightlife, with free drinks and a manga library.

From€21per night
9H Nine Hours Woman Shinjuku 9 Women-only capsules

9H Nine Hours Woman Shinjuku ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.7Very good3,679 reviews

Women-only capsule hotel with spacious, spotless capsules and a central Shinjuku location.

From€25per night
Mycube By Mystays Asakusa Kuramae M High-value capsules

Mycube By Mystays Asakusa Kuramae

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8.9Great2,057 reviews

Adults-only capsule hotel with a 9.2 value score, praised for spotless showers and a subway station just steps away.

From€22per night
First Cabin Shinbashi Atagoyama F Budget-friendly

First Cabin Shinbashi Atagoyama

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8Great248 reviews

A clean, budget-friendly capsule hotel with a public bath and a location that puts the city within easy reach.

From€28per night
Anshin Oyado Tokyo Man Ginza Shimbashi Station A Value stay
8.1Great1,964 reviews

Male-only capsule hotel near Shimbashi Station with an onsen, sauna, and free breakfast.

From€35per night
Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa R Adults-only capsule stay

Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa

Tokyo Capsule hotel

9.4Perfect4,237 reviews

A 9.4-rated adults-only poshtel with clean capsules, private showers, and a prime Asakusa location near Senso-ji.

From€30per night
Do-C Shibuya Ebisu D Capsule Stay

Do-C Shibuya Ebisu ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.2Very good3,142 reviews

A capsule hotel a minute from Ebisu Station, with clean showers and a sauna, close to Shibuya.

From€16per night
Commun Shibuya C Capsule Stay

Commun Shibuya

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.5Very good2,169 reviews

A capsule hotel steps from Shibuya Station with free public Wi-Fi and 24-hour reception.

From€29per night
9H Nine Hours Hamamatsucho 9 Capsule Stay

9H Nine Hours Hamamatsucho ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.9Very good4,971 reviews

Stay steps from Hamamatsucho Station and a quick train to Haneda Airport in this clean, no-frills capsule hotel.

From€16per night
Hotel Tomariya Ueno H Capsule stay

Hotel Tomariya Ueno

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8.2Great2,680 reviews

Modern capsule dorms in central Tokyo, a short walk from Ueno Station and popular sights – clean, secure and well-priced.

From€17per night
Capsulevalue Kanda - Tokyo C Budget Capsules
7.4good2,312 reviews

Clean, budget capsule rooms in a top location near Kanda Station, with free Wi-Fi and a Japanese bath.

From€20per night
Centurion Hotel Residential Cabin Tower - Tokyo C Budget Capsule Stay
8.1Great2,666 reviews

Clean capsules, superb location, and friendly staff make this a great budget base for exploring Tokyo.

From€28per night
9H Nine Hours Woman Kanda 9 Women-only capsules

9H Nine Hours Woman Kanda ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.6Very good1,692 reviews

Women-only capsule hotel near Kanda Station with clean pods, daily essentials, and easy access to Akihabara.

From€23per night
Sauna & Cabin Thermae-Yu Nishiazabu S Budget sauna stay

Sauna & Cabin Thermae-Yu Nishiazabu

Tokyo Capsule hotel

6.4Nice69 reviews

A no-frills cabin hotel with a relaxing public bath and sauna, right in central Tokyo.

From€66per night
Capsule Hotel Block Room - Tokyo C Budget Capsule
6.1Pleasant5,434 reviews

A clean, budget capsule hotel steps from Akabane Station with friendly staff and free amenities.

From€16per night
First Cabin Nihonbashi Suitengu - Tokyo F Capsule Stay
8.7Great2,600 reviews

A no-frills capsule hotel in Tokyo with gender-separated floors and adjoining options for two.

From€35per night
Capsule Inn Shimbashi - Tokyo C Budget Capsules
6.7Pleasant2,513 reviews

Budget capsule stays in central Tokyo, a 10-minute walk from Ginza Six, with Wi-Fi and 24-hour reception.

From€32per night
Capsule Inn Kamata C Capsule basic

Capsule Inn Kamata ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.3Very good682 reviews

A practical capsule stay with a hot bath and sauna, near Kamata Station and a short hop to Haneda Airport.

From€28per night
Capsule Room Lightning Hotel Asakusa C Asakusa Value

Capsule Room Lightning Hotel Asakusa

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.8Very good1,976 reviews

Capsule beds and full rooms minutes from Sensoji Temple, with free luggage storage and a 7.8 guest rating.

From€16per night
First Cabin Akihabara Showa-Dori - Tokyo F Capsule Stay
8.3Great2,151 reviews

Capsule hotel with double-height capsules, a public bath, and a quiet street location — a short walk from JR Akihabara Station.

From€27per night
Glansit Akihabara G Capsule Stay

Glansit Akihabara ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

8.3Great870 reviews

A well-rated capsule hotel right in Akihabara, with a public bath, free hot drinks, and easy metro access.

From€31per night
Nadeshiko Hotel Tokyo Shibuya By Unito Female-Only N Women-only capsules
7.6Very good1,141 reviews

Female-only capsule stays near Shibuya with a relaxing public bath and a calm, quiet setting.

From€20per night
Rembrandt Cabin Shinjuku Shin-Okubo - Tokyo R Clean & Central
8.1Great4,505 reviews

Immaculate capsule cabins with free coffee and a prime Shinjuku location near nightlife and transit.

From€33per night
Do-C Gotanda D Capsule & Sauna

Do-C Gotanda ★★

Tokyo Capsule hotel

6.9Nice1,672 reviews

Clean capsules and a sauna near Gotanda Station, with easy access to Tokyo's nightlife and transit.

From€16per night
First Cabin Tsukiji - Tokyo F Capsule hotel
8.4Great1,369 reviews

Private cabin-style rooms near Tsukiji Market with a spa and free Wi-Fi.

From€45per night
Hotel Owl Tokyo Nippori H Budget-friendly

Hotel Owl Tokyo Nippori

Tokyo Capsule hotel

7.9Very good1,623 reviews

A budget-friendly base near Nippori Station with clean, compact rooms and a genuinely helpful team.

From€14per night

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Capsule Hotels in Tokyo: The Essential Guide

For most travellers, a capsule hotel is about trading space for value and central location. Prices at the surveyed properties range from 2,070 JPY at The Global Hotel Tokyo to 12,102 JPY at Sauna & Cabin Thermae-Yu Nishiazabu. The highest-rated capsule hotel is Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa with a 9.4 rating, while the cheapest luxury is at The Global Hotel Tokyo with a 7.7 rating. Your choice often boils down to whether you prefer a quiet, minimalist pod or a livelier social atmosphere.

Capsule Hotels in Shinjuku: Maximize Convenience

Staying in Shinjuku puts you in one of Tokyo's busiest entertainment and transport hubs. Capsule hotels here are among the most central, with options like Shinjuku Kuyakusho-Mae Capsule Hotel just a 10-minute walk from the station. Prices are competitive, starting from 3,981 JPY, and many properties offer excellent amenities. For instance, Anshin Oyado Tokyo Man Shinjuku, a male-only option, features a 24-hour onsen and is rated 8.7. The Global Hotel Tokyo offers the cheapest capsule stay in the area at 2,070 JPY.

Capsule Hotels Near Tokyo Station

If you have an early train, a capsule hotel near Tokyo Station is a smart choice. Nine Hours Otemachi-Imperial Palace is a practical option, located within walking distance of the palace and offering free Wi-Fi. The 9H Nine Hours Ningyocho, another modern stay, is also easily accessible. These properties focus on efficiency and cleanliness, with prices starting around 3,503 JPY.

Shibuya Pod Hotels: A Stylish Stay

Shibuya's pod hotels blend the capsule concept with modern design and social spaces. Book Tea Bed Shibuya features a rooftop terrace and a 9.2 staff rating, while Capsule Hotel Shibuya - Tokyo offers free breakfast and sauna access. Do-C Shibuya Ebisu is a minute from Ebisu Station and close to Shibuya's action. These options pair budget-friendly prices with a vibrant, trendy base.

Capsule Hotels in Ginza: Central Luxury

In the upscale district of Ginza, capsule hotels offer a surprising level of polish and value. Tokyo Ginza Bay Hotel provides clean, central capsules with easy access to shopping and transit, with prices starting at 5,414 JPY. These are a great choice for those who want to be in the heart of the city's shopping and dining scene without paying full hotel rates.

Ikebukuro Capsule Hotels: Budget-Friendly Base

While the list doesn't include many options in Ikebukuro, this area is known for its budget accommodations and easy access to the rest of Tokyo. Capsule hotels here are typically well-priced and well-connected. For the traveller on a tight budget, this district offers a practical and economical alternative to the more central neighbourhoods.

Ueno Capsule Hotels: Gateway to Culture

Ueno is a cultural hub, home to museums, parks, and the famous Ameya-Yokocho market. While no specific capsule hotels are listed for Ueno, the area is a popular choice for those interested in traditional Tokyo. It's a great place to base yourself for exploring the city's history, and it offers convenient access to both Narita and Haneda airports.

Capsule Hotels in Akihabara: The Electronic District

Akihabara, the city's electronics and anime district, is also home to clean, secure capsule hotels. Akihabara Bay Hotel is a women-only option located steps from the station, offering a lively lounge and excellent value, starting at 4,140 JPY. 9H Nine Hours Woman Kanda is also nearby, providing easy access to Akihabara. These are ideal for solo travellers and those who want to stay in this unique, energetic neighbourhood.

Frequently asked

What is the average cost of a capsule hotel in Tokyo?

While prices vary, you can expect to pay anywhere from around 2,000 to 12,000 JPY per night. The average cost falls between 5,000 and 7,000 JPY, depending on the location, amenities like onsen or sauna, and whether it's a more premium 'poshtel' experience.

Which district in Tokyo is best for a first-time visitor?

For a first visit, staying in Shinjuku or Shibuya is often recommended due to their central location and endless dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Shinjuku offers incredible convenience, while Shibuya is great for the iconic crossing and youth culture, both with a strong presence of capsule hotels.

How far in advance should I book a capsule hotel in Tokyo?

For best availability and rates, especially during peak seasons like cherry blossom viewing (late March to early April) or autumn foliage (November), it's wise to book at least a month in advance. Last-minute bookings are possible, but you may have fewer choices, especially for highly-rated properties like Resol Poshtel Tokyo Asakusa.

Can I easily get to a capsule hotel from Haneda Airport at night?

If you have a late arrival, the First Cabin Haneda Terminal 1 is a wise choice, as it's located directly at the airport. For other areas, most trains stop running around midnight, so a taxi or an airport limousine bus might be your only option. Consider a hotel near the airport for a stress-free arrival.

Capsule Hotels in Tokyo

Capsule hotels in Tokyo have evolved far beyond the classic economy pod. You'll find them concentrated in transit hubs like Shinjuku, Shibuya, Akihabara, and near airports such as Haneda. They range from bare-bones sleeping pods to stylish, adults-only poshtels with private showers and public baths. For the budget-conscious traveler, they offer a clean, central base without the hefty price tag of a full-service hotel.

The money you spend typically unlocks more space and better amenities. At the lower end, prices start around 2,070 JPY at places like The Global Hotel Tokyo. At the higher end, First Cabin Haneda Terminal 1 offers a more spacious cabin experience for over 10,000 JPY. Many are male-only or female-only, and several incorporate traditional Japanese saunas or onsens. The key difference from a standard hotel is the capsule itself: a cozy, private sleeping space designed for efficiency, often with shared bathroom and lounge areas.

The bottom line

Capsule hotels in Tokyo are perfect for solo travelers and budget-conscious pairs who value a clean, central place to sleep. They are not ideal for families needing space or for travelers who require private bathrooms. If you need more room, look into the 'Hotels in Tokyo' or '2 star hotels in Tokyo' pages. For a private room with self-catering facilities, check 'Aparthotels in Tokyo' or 'Hostels in Tokyo' for a similar budget-friendly vibe.