Sejour Inn Capsule
A solid choice for budget-conscious travellers, offering a clean and well-located capsule experience with good value, despite some typical capsule hotel quirks.
Sejour Inn Capsule in Hiroshima provides a practical and well-regarded capsule experience, particularly noted for its excellent value. Guests sleep in comfortable, often spacious pods, with some options for two-person rooms, though these may have less-than-full privacy. The property is consistently praised for its high standards of cleanliness, especially in the shared bathrooms, which are well-equipped with toiletries and even offer pajamas. While noise from other guests and the street can be a factor, and some pods may experience issues with ventilation or temperature, these are common considerations in capsule accommodation. Its prime location near public transport and key Hiroshima sights makes it a convenient base for exploring the city.
Beyond the sleeping quarters, the hotel offers common areas for relaxation and a designated smoking area. Luggage storage is available, though the security of lockers varies. Staff are generally friendly, despite occasional language barriers. This property is a strong choice for budget-conscious travellers seeking a clean, convenient, and authentic capsule stay in Hiroshima.
♀ One review mentions a preference for a women-only floor, implying that such a section might exist or is a desired feature.
Stations & airport.
Distances measured from the hotel. Walking times assume a gentle pace with a backpack.
- Hondōri1.1 km14 min walk
- Kenchō-mae1.4 km18 min walk
- 広島ヘリポート3.2 km
Eleven dimensions of capsule life, read from 1,889 reviews.
Noise & sleep
Noise isolation is a significant drawback, with multiple guests reporting lack of soundproofing and street noise. While some found it surprisingly quiet, others experienced general noise from other guests and outside.
“No soundproof. So you have to make sure your voice only you can hear - but that's the rule, I appreciate it.”
“A little noisy”
“We were surprised by how quiet it was. We all got a great sleep. This hotel represents amazing value.”
Pod comfort
Pods are generally described as spacious and comfortable, but recurring issues with heat, lack of air conditioning, and noisy fans are noted, particularly in warmer months. Pillows are sometimes found to be too hard.
“My room was quite hot, maybe the fan was broken I guess?”
“The beds were spacious and comfortable”
“No air con. This surprised me a lot. It made it hard to sleep, I dread to think what it’s like in the height of summer”
Privacy
Privacy is a concern for some guests, with 'private rooms' having doors that don't fully close or lock, and a general lack of security to the sleeping areas. Lockers are provided but some found them small or inadequate.
“No proper door in the double capsule room but a flexible magnetic one. I stayed with my kid so I was a bit worried to have intruders during the night but in the end it was ok.”
“We had a private room with two bunks which was nice however the door didn’t reach all the way to the floor so it wasn’t particularly private and although they provide lockers for your stuff you can’t lock the door to the room.”
“Felt a little insecure. No apparent security to street. Anyone could hop in lift and access the sleeping areas. But Japan feels safe, so I coped.”
Cleanliness
The property is consistently praised for its cleanliness, particularly the bathrooms, showers, and common areas. Only one minor comment about dusting was noted.
“The toilet/bathroom was clean even though men and women share them together.”
“showers were clean”
“Very clean”
Shared bathrooms
Shared bathrooms are consistently praised for cleanliness, modern facilities, and the provision of extensive toiletries and pajamas. An onsen is also mentioned. One guest found the layout of passing through the bathroom to dorms unusual.
“The toilet/bathroom was clean even though men and women share them together.”
“showers were clean, and they provide toiletries and pajamas!”
“Shared bathroom but convenient.”
Luggage storage
Luggage storage receives mixed reviews. While some appreciate the provided lockers and ample storage for bags, others find the lockers small or note that they are more like bike locks than secure storage. Early luggage drop-off is a positive.
“The lockers were small.”
“although they provide lockers for your stuff you can’t lock the door to the room.”
“Locker and pajamas are provided.”
Staff & check-in
Staff are generally described as nice and friendly, providing good check-in experiences with tours and explanations. However, some guests noted a language barrier with English.
“nice staff”
“All the staff we came across were nice however they didn’t speak very good English which was a little difficult at times when trying to communicate.”
“There was a check-in desk. We got a tour and explanation of the facilities when we checked in.”
Location & access
The location is highly rated, being very close to Furinaimachi eki (tram station), within walking distance to Peace Memorial Park and Museum, and surrounded by convenience stores and restaurants. While some found it a bit far from the main station or other attractions, its proximity to public transport and key sights is a major plus.
“I really impress with the location of the hotel which is very near to the Furinaimachi eki - only opposite to the hotel. It was very convenient for me to travel for my event in Hiroshima eki.”
“Good location”
“great location”
Wifi & working
Reviews mention small TVs with headphones in pods and a common area with a microwave and tea/coffee, suggesting some amenities for relaxation or light work. No specific comments on Wi-Fi quality or dedicated work spaces.
“+ There is a small TV and headphones”
“Nice area to have dinner if not eating out with a microwave and tea/coffee.”
“it has tv and locker”
Atmosphere
The atmosphere is generally positive, described as quiet and relaxing, offering a good 'cool capsule experience' for first-timers. There are common areas for sitting and a designated smoking area, suggesting a balance between quiet rest and communal space.
“It is quiet so you can relax”
“I liked that they had a place to smoke and a place where you could sit and not disturb other people by talking.”
“Very comfortable capsule hotel.”
Value for money
Guests overwhelmingly praise Sejour Inn Capsule for its excellent value for money, describing it as reasonable, cheap, and offering great value for the price and location. Many found it a surprisingly comfortable and inexpensive experience.
“The cost was very reasonable for me as a student.”
“Great value for a quick trip to Hiroshima- very clean and comfortable!”
“Comfortable, good value for money, please install some aircon!!”
The honest drawbacks, from guests.
- noise from other guests and street
- pods can get warm/stuffy
- limited English-speaking staff
- privacy concerns with room doors
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