9h nine hours Suidobashi
A reliable and well-located capsule hotel, 9h nine hours Suidobashi is a strong choice for budget-conscious solo travellers seeking a clean and efficient stay in Tokyo, especially those new to the capsule concept.
9h nine hours Suidobashi offers a modern and efficient capsule hotel experience in a prime Tokyo location. Guests sleep in enclosed, hard-shell capsules, often described as spacious, though some find them warm and report mixed comfort regarding mattresses and pillows. The property is praised for its consistent cleanliness across facilities and pods. While noise from trains and fellow guests is a common observation, earplugs are provided, acknowledging the inherent nature of capsule accommodation. The hotel provides excellent security, particularly for solo female travellers, with keycard-accessed women-only floors and separate luggage areas. Communal spaces are functional, offering good views and fast WiFi suitable for work, though not designed for extensive socialising. Its proximity to train and metro stations makes it an ideal base for exploring Tokyo.
♀ Reviews mention dedicated women-only floors accessible by keycard, enhancing security for female travellers.
Stations & airport.
Distances measured from the hotel. Walking times assume a gentle pace with a backpack.
- Iidabashi Station327 m4 min walk
- Suidobashi391 m5 min walk
- Suidobashi403 m5 min walk
- Suidobashi239 m3 min walk
Eleven dimensions of capsule life, read from 3,815 reviews.
Noise & sleep
Noise is a significant issue, with complaints about other guests, train noise, and snoring. Earplugs are recommended and even provided.
“Wear the provided earplugs or wear headphones in the pods. Obviously, there are guests entering and leaving at all hours. Plus, the trains passing by.”
“Many guests don't seem to have much self awareness of the level of sound they make, thumping loudly as they walk around the bedroom, ripping their blinds open”
“The hotel is located next to the train tracks so you can hear the trains passing, therefore is a bit noisy.”
Pod comfort
Reviews are mixed on pod comfort. Some guests found the capsules spacious and beds comfortable, while others reported issues with heat, uncomfortable mattresses, and hard pillows.
“The bed was comfortable and the capsule was spacious.”
“Capsule was spacious (could keep my smaller bag with me and be fine).”
“Once the curtains are down, not a lot of air can come into the capsule, ran a bit hot but not to a point of being uncomfortable, just hot.”
Privacy
The property offers good privacy and security, particularly for female guests with keycard-accessible women-only floors and separate luggage areas.
“The women's floors are only accessible by a keycard which operates a separate lift system, which makes it feel very secure.”
“I liked having a completely separate floor for the luggage, which prevents you being woken up from the noise of people moving their bags etc around.”
“Nice option that the women and man zones are separated by floors.”
Cleanliness
The property is generally praised for its cleanliness, with facilities and capsules being well-maintained. A minor complaint about bathroom floors was noted.
“The facilities were quite clean.”
“Clean, modern hostel.”
“The facilities were clean and the staff was very attentive.”
Shared bathrooms
The shared bathrooms offer ample showers and sinks, though they can get crowded in the mornings. One guest noted a lack of soap.
“Just can be a bit crowded in the morning in the sink&mirrors area but it’s not a big deal.”
“Many showers and sinks with mirrors to get ready.”
“No soap anywhere.”
Luggage storage
Locker size is generally adequate for medium to large suitcases, but the space around lockers for repacking luggage is often cramped, leading to congestion.
“My medium size suitcase fit inside the locker, plenty of room.”
“Despite the limited space in the lockers I was surprised about how much I could fit, my Large luggage fit perfectly.”
“Not much space to repack your luggage but this is not surprising for the hostel.”
Staff & check-in
Staff are consistently described as kind, helpful, attentive, and efficient, with some speaking English.
“The staff were very kind and some of them spoke English as well.”
“The facilities were clean and the staff was very attentive.”
“Staff are helpful.”
Location & access
The location is highly praised, being very close to train and metro stations (1-5 minutes walk), central yet quiet, and surrounded by food, shops, and a coffee shop in the same building.
“A Capsule Hotel with a Good Location and Great Amenities!”
“Great location, 5 minute walk from the nearest train station. Lots of food and shops around.”
“Great location, train station nearby, first time in a capsule hotel I really liked it would stay again.”
Wifi & working
The property offers fast WiFi and a dedicated workspace with a view, suitable for remote work, though the lounge area is noted as functional rather than cozy.
“The lounge area is modern but could be a bit more cozy, but I guess you're not really supposed to hangout - but good for work and have a snack.”
“Excellent value for money, perfect location to explore Tokyo, just 1 min away from the subway in a very cool area Highly modern structure with fast WiFi and fantastic workspace with a great view which allowed me to work remotely”
Atmosphere
The atmosphere is modern and functional, with communal areas offering great views and being suitable for work or snacks. The capsule design is noted for its 'spaceship' aesthetic.
“The lounge area is modern but could be a bit more cozy, but I guess you're not really supposed to hangout - but good for work and have a snack.”
“Clean, modern hostel. Great views on the communal eating/ hang out floor.”
“Additionally, the capsules give the feeling that you’re on a mission on a spaceship which is super cool feeling if you like space travel aesthetics.”
Value for money
Guests consistently rate this property as excellent value for money, highlighting its affordability, included amenities like towels and pajamas, and convenient location.
“Good budget place to stay in Tokyo. Towels and pajamas included is a big plus.”
“Very good budget option to stay in Tokyo. Close to a metro station, a nice coffee shop is located in the same building. Many showers and sinks with mirrors to get ready. Nice option that the women and man zones are separated by floors. Towels and pajamas are also included, which is super nice for a hostel.”
“Good price”
The honest drawbacks, from guests.
- noise from trains and other guests
- cramped luggage repacking areas
- pods can be warm
- mattress/pillow comfort issues for some
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