Tabist CapsuleHotel APODS Himeji Station
This capsule hotel is a strong choice for budget-conscious travellers seeking a convenient base in Himeji, particularly for short stays or those visiting the castle.
Tabist CapsuleHotel APODS Himeji Station offers a practical and well-located option for visitors to Himeji. Guests sleep in enclosed pods, some of which are noted as being quite spacious, though mattress comfort can be inconsistent. The property maintains a high standard of cleanliness, particularly in its shared bathrooms, which are well-equipped with amenities. While noise from within the property is occasionally mentioned, earplugs are provided. Its prime location, just minutes from Himeji Station and a short walk to Himeji Castle, makes it an ideal base for exploring the city. A comfortable lounge and coworking space with complimentary drinks are available for relaxation or work.
♀ Reviews mention a dedicated 'women's floor' for female guests.
Stations & airport.
Distances measured from the hotel. Walking times assume a gentle pace with a backpack.
- Station166 m2 min walk
- Himeji199 m2 min walk
- Himeji210 m3 min walk
- Sanyo Himeji248 m3 min walk
Eleven dimensions of capsule life, read from 1,629 reviews.
Noise & sleep
Noise is a recurring issue, with guests reporting thin walls, footsteps, and general noise from outside and within the property. Earplugs are provided, suggesting an acknowledgement of the problem.
“It is a bit noisy so you can hear people walking even with slippers. I was on the bottom bed so many e that didn’t help. They do provide earplugs so maybe that could help?”
“The walls are quite thin. You can hear footsteps from upstairs, and noise from outside.”
“pounding whenever a person walk pass”
Pod comfort
While some guests found the pods spacious and comfortable, many complained about thin, hard mattresses, leading to discomfort and back pain. Some pods were also noted as being too warm.
“I was given a wide capsule (queen size bed) so my experience was probably better than people with a normal capsule.”
“The pods are really great ! Spacious, clean, very well equipped and easy to organize our belongings.”
“Poorly designed bed, not having enough cushion, pounding whenever a person walk pass”
Privacy
Pods are equipped with lockers, some large enough for travel backpacks, providing a good level of personal security and space for belongings within the capsule.
“locker in the capsule”
“There is a small locker inside the cabin so you can put your small bag there inside.”
“The pod was very spacious and had a very big locker i could fit my travel-backpack.”
Cleanliness
Cleanliness is generally well-regarded, with many guests praising the cleanliness of the pods, showers, and toilets. However, one guest noted the toilet area was not very clean upon check-in.
“The toilet area didnt look very clean even though I was the first person to check in at 4pm.”
“clean”
“The pods are really great ! Spacious, clean, very well equipped and easy to organize our belongings. The shower and toilets very really cleaned and had all the amenities we could possibly need.”
Shared bathrooms
The shared bathrooms are consistently praised for their cleanliness and the provision of amenities, contributing positively to the overall guest experience.
“The shower and toilets very really cleaned and had all the amenities we could possibly need.”
“The facilities are clean specifically the bathrooms which I am very pleased by.”
“The toilets and showers are very clean.”
Luggage storage
Luggage storage is a mixed bag; some guests appreciated free storage before check-in and large lockers within pods, while others noted the lack of free storage after check-out, requiring the use of paid coin lockers at the station.
“stored my luggage for free before check in.”
“There is a small locker inside the cabin so you can put your small bag there inside.”
“There was no locker for the bug bag bmuit. There was a chain to secure your locker. It was not very useful for a bagpack, but it was ok.”
Staff & check-in
Staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, particularly with pre-check-in luggage storage.
“staff was friendly, stored my luggage for free before check in.”
“friendly staff”
“Staff very very friendly and helpful.”
Location & access
The hotel boasts an excellent location, consistently praised for its proximity to Himeji Station (2-5 minutes walk) and Himeji Castle (15 minutes walk), as well as nearby shops, nightlife, and markets.
“Location is perfect”
“Great location, very close to the station”
“Great location”
Wifi & working
The property offers a comfortable and clean lounge/coworking space on the 6th floor with free hot/cold drinks, making it suitable for guests needing to work or relax.
“The common space on the 6th floor is convenient”
“Also great lounge and coworking space.”
“The lounge is very clean and comfy and offers free hot/cold drinks”
Atmosphere
While some guests found the interior cozy and appreciated the lounge/coworking space and manga library, others noted a lack of social atmosphere, typical for many capsule hotels focused on sleep rather than interaction.
“No atmosphere - not a place to meet people but that’s the case at most capsule spots, just a place to sleep.”
“One of the nicest capsule hotels I've ever stayed, very comfortable layout with enough space and cozy interior. Has everything you could possibly need. Also great lounge and coworking space.”
“There is a large manga library you can read if you stay in this hotel (and understand japanese).”
Value for money
Guests generally consider Tabist CapsuleHotel APODS Himeji Station to offer good value for money, being affordable and budget-friendly given its convenient location and facilities.
“Good price”
“Super value for money”
“Affordable and convenient very central places to stay.”
The honest drawbacks, from guests.
- thin mattresses
- noise from footsteps and thin walls
- no free luggage storage after checkout
- pods can be warm
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