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Capsule Hotels

Clean, quiet pods in old Tokyo and Singapore’s Chinatown.

Hotel Tomariya Ueno

A compact capsule hotel near Ueno with simple, well-kept pods and a calm atmosphere.

Staying there

Pods have curtains, lighting and power, with shared bathrooms and a small lounge.

Where it is

A short walk from Ueno station and Ueno Park's museums.

Who it suits

Budget travellers visiting Ueno's museums and Ameyoko market.

When to go

Late March to early April for cherry blossom in Ueno Park.

Hotel Winds Asakusa Capsule Inn

A capsule inn in Asakusa, Tokyo's old temple district.

Staying there

Guests get a private pod, lockers and shared bathrooms, and spend their days around Sensō-ji.

Where it is

In Asakusa, close to Sensō-ji temple and the Sumida River.

Who it suits

First-time visitors who want old Tokyo on the doorstep.

When to go

Spring and autumn.

The Matchbox Concept Hostel

A pod hostel in Chinatown's Ann Siang Hill area, with private sleeping pods instead of open bunks.

Staying there

Pods have reading lights and power points, and guests share a lounge and kitchen.

Where it is

On Ann Siang Hill, near Chinatown and Telok Ayer stations.

Who it suits

Solo travellers who want Chinatown's food and bars nearby.

When to go

All year; February to April is drier.