HOTEL WINDS ASAKUSA Capsule Inn 浅草
This is a reliable choice for budget-conscious travellers seeking a clean and well-located capsule stay in Tokyo, with the added benefit of a dedicated women's section.
Hotel Winds Asakusa Capsule Inn offers a practical and clean capsule experience in Tokyo, particularly appealing to budget-conscious travellers. Guests sleep in bunk-style pods with privacy curtains, though some note issues with ventilation and warmth within the capsules. The property is consistently praised for its high standards of cleanliness across both sleeping areas and shared bathrooms. Staff are frequently highlighted for their helpfulness and friendly service. Located conveniently close to metro stops, it provides good access to the city, though it's a short walk to the main Asakusa and Ueno Park areas. While the atmosphere tends to be quiet rather than overtly social, there are common areas for relaxation and work. A women-only floor with keycard access adds an extra layer of security for solo female guests.
♀ Reviews mention a women-only floor with key card access, enhancing safety.
Stations & airport.
Distances measured from the hotel. Walking times assume a gentle pace with a backpack.
- 新御徒町駅149 m2 min walk
- shin okachimachi232 m3 min walk
- Shin-okachimachi298 m4 min walk
- Shin-Okachimachi281 m4 min walk
Eleven dimensions of capsule life, read from 533 reviews.
Noise & sleep
While some guests found the rooms quiet, others noted that noise from other guests was an issue, particularly as the capsules only have curtains for soundproofing.
“It was very quiet and easy to sleep.”
“some groups are noisy, relax room too smal”
“The guests were rather loud, but not the fault of the hotel but yes don't expect any sound proofing as it is only curtains”
Pod comfort
Many guests found the capsules to be too warm with poor ventilation and no individual temperature controls. Some capsules also had obstructions that reduced space.
“No drinking water”
“They don’t have individual temperature controls and keep it very hot. Bring a fan if you want to sleep without sweating all night, it was, very, very warm.”
“There is no ventilation in the capsules - it gets very hot.”
Privacy
The property offers good security with key card access to specific floors, enhancing the sense of safety, especially for women-only sections. Capsules are described as providing a nice private space for solo travellers.
“The required key card access makes the women’s only floor feel very safe.”
“Security is high (you can only access your own bed's floor), so this limits the number of people with access to your luggage.”
“very comfy bed and nice capsule room for solo travelers”
Cleanliness
Cleanliness is consistently praised across the board, from capsules and beds to showers and common areas.
“Nice and clean”
“The cleanliness and organization are the key point in capsule facilities.”
“The bed is spacious and the shower is very clean.”
Shared bathrooms
Bathrooms and showers are consistently reported as very clean and well-organised. There is also a public bath/sento available for an extra fee, though one reviewer found it basic.
“facilitoes as in sufficient bathrooms, luggage storage and etc were kneatly organised.”
“The bed is spacious and the shower is very clean.”
“The showers and beds were very clean.”
Luggage storage
Lockers are provided for personal items, but are generally too small for suitcases. Larger luggage can be stored in designated areas or around the beds, with guests noting a high-trust environment.
“facilitoes as in sufficient bathrooms, luggage storage and etc were kneatly organised.”
“Storage for suitcase.”
“The hostel provides many amenities (linens, towels, slippers, toiletries). It also offers access to a very clean/new gym (500 yen/day) - the gym has a number of weight-lifting and cardio machines, although if I recall, the free weights only go from 1-10kg. I didn't use the spa, which I believe is also 500Y/day (though I could be wrong on this).”
Staff & check-in
Staff are consistently praised for being nice, amazing, friendly, helpful, and providing excellent customer service.
“Staff is nice”
“Staffs are really nice too!”
“It was cheap, the staff was amazing, and it was clean.”
Location & access
The hotel is in a good, central, and safe area, close to multiple metro stops and shops. While some consider it a short walk to the train, others note it's about a 15-minute walk from Asakusa and Ueno Park.
“walking distance from a lot of shops and right next to the subway.”
“It’s a nice place in a good area, central but not too crowded with tourists. I don’t mind walking 10 minutes to the train.”
“Good location and everything worked.”
Wifi & working
Reviews mention outlets in capsules for charging and a small sitting area where people use computers, suggesting basic work facilities, but there's no specific mention of Wi-Fi quality.
“Capsules contain outlets for convenient charging.”
“Small sitting area in level3 so people can bring food and eat. Even some people were using computer there.”
Atmosphere
The common areas are described as spacious and used by guests, but the overall atmosphere tends to be quiet with people keeping to themselves rather than being highly social.
“When I was there (I only stayed one night) it was not very social (people really kept to themselves), but I don't know if that is the general vibe. The common room was used a decent amount, even if usually people weren't interacting.”
“Spacious common area”
“Small sitting area in level3 so people can bring food and eat. Even some people were using computer there.”
Value for money
Guests consistently highlight the excellent price and good value for money, especially considering the facilities and cleanliness.
“It was great for the price”
“Price was my main consideration when I booked this hostel, with the good facilities and the hot spring.”
“It's a good deal and a good place to stay in Tokyo on a budget.”
The honest drawbacks, from guests.
- poor ventilation in capsules
- small lockers for luggage
- single elevator can cause waits
- public bath is basic and extra cost
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