Resting Pods - Zzzleepandgo Wien Airport
This property is only recommended as a last resort for emergency airport layovers, primarily due to its convenient location within the terminal.
The Resting Pods at Vienna Airport offer enclosed sleeping capsules designed for short layovers or early flights. Located conveniently within Terminal 3, these pods provide a private space to rest, though guests frequently report issues with comfort, including hard plastic mattresses and a complete lack of bedding such as pillows and blankets. Noise insulation is minimal, with sounds from neighbouring pods and the airport easily audible. Many pods also suffer from broken internal features like non-functional touchscreens for temperature control and covers that fail to close, leading to unwanted light intrusion. While the location is a clear advantage, the overall experience is often described as basic and overpriced, lacking essential amenities like showers.
Stations & airport.
Distances measured from the hotel. Walking times assume a gentle pace with a backpack.
- Vienna Airport87 m1 min walk
- Vienna International Airport1.7 km
Eleven dimensions of capsule life, read from 1,501 reviews.
Noise & sleep
Noise isolation is a major problem, with thin walls allowing sounds from other cubicles (conversations, snoring, farting) and airport noise (people passing by, doors slamming, cleaning with vacuum) to penetrate easily. Guests report difficulty sleeping due to the constant noise.
“The walls are so thin, you can hear clearly every single word somebody is saying on the phone three cubicles farther, no to mention everybody's snoring and farting in other cubicles.”
“The sleeping pods aren't located in a silent side of the airport, following asleep is pretty much impossible since often people pass by opening and closing the doors”
“Around 2am someone came and was cleaning with a vacuum, where no bed linen and should a sign of silent because people where calling, talking loud since the pods are not sound insulated.”
Pod comfort
Reviews consistently highlight significant issues with pod comfort, including damaged mattresses, lack of bedding (no sheets, pillows, or blankets), noisy and ineffective ventilation, and broken touchscreens preventing control over temperature and light. Many describe the mattress as hard plastic or like a doctor's office bed.
“Sliced up matrace, no sheets, not even a paper cover, uneven table, very hot and loud, ... Absolutely not worth the money (and I have used similar sleeping concepts in other countries) ... For half the price it would be ok.”
“The 'roof' of my cubicle didn't work, I couldn't close it (the touch screen didn't react), so the light directly above my cubicle was shining at my face the entire night. There is no bedding provided, which would be fine, but the mattress is made out of a hard plastic material and it is impossible to sleep on it without a pillow. I put my shirt under my head but even that didn't help. My head and neck was hurting the entire next day.”
“The bed is like the one at the doctor's office and it is way too expensive for what it offers. If you only need to sleep for a couple of hours like me, I would recommend staying in the common area.”
Privacy
While the pods are enclosed, privacy is compromised by frequent reports of broken 'roofs' or covers, preventing guests from blocking out light and leading to an uncomfortable, exposed feeling.
“The 'roof' of my cubicle didn't work, I couldn't close it (the touch screen didn't react), so the light directly above my cubicle was shining at my face the entire night.”
“The roof part did not close so the pod was very bright from the strip light above, if it had been dark I would have slept well. Sent a message about the roof but did not get a reply.”
“The fact I had to sleep with the light on all night, because the cover of the room was damaged isn’t fair.”
Cleanliness
Cleanliness receives mixed reviews, with some guests finding the pods clean upon arrival, while others report dirty conditions, rubbish left behind, and even needing to be moved to a different pod due to uncleanliness.
“Only positive: Clean and directly on the airport.”
“Dirty, cold”
“Unclean pod. Had to be moved to another”
Shared bathrooms
There are no showers available at the property, which is a significant drawback for guests, especially those on long layovers or with early flights.
“No possibility of a shower anywhere”
“No shower, I arrived to the airport at 5 but could not check in until 8p and had to vacate the room by 8am.”
“Lack of shower and blankets and noise”
Luggage storage
Only one review mentions luggage, noting the pod size and accessibility for carrying two big luggages, suggesting there might be space for bags within or near the pods.
“Size of the pod, accessibility (carrying two big luggages) anf closed to restroom which where super clean.”
Staff & check-in
Staff service is inconsistent; some guests found telephone staff helpful with unlocking pods or general assistance, but others reported awful experiences with help centre staff, describing them as rude.
“Badly signed , but the help desk sorted me out.”
“Airport location and telephone staff being helpful when I needed help unlocking the POD.”
“The mattress was damaged. And the staff at the help centre was absolutely awful. If your staff are going to talk to customers like animals then the zoo is where they should be!!”
Location & access
The property's location directly within Vienna Airport, specifically in Terminal 3 above Starbucks, is consistently praised as its primary advantage, offering convenience for early flights and layovers.
“Only positive: Clean and directly on the airport.”
“The only good thing is that the capsule is in the airport, so there's no need to go anywhere.”
“Indeed in the airport”
Wifi & working
One review explicitly states that no complimentary Wi-Fi was available, indicating a potential lack of this essential service.
“No comp wifi was available.”
Atmosphere
The atmosphere is generally described as sterile and unwelcoming, with comparisons to a hospital or doctor's office due to the lack of amenities and the paper bed covers. It is not designed for social interaction.
“It felt like I was at the hospital, no blanket cold, no pillow, tv. It working. Awful and costs a lot as well.”
“The paper role that covers the bed made me feel like I was in a doctor‘s office”
“something different. The fact it was at the airport and an adventure”
Value for money
Guests overwhelmingly feel the property offers extremely poor value for money, citing high prices for a basic, uncomfortable, and often faulty experience lacking essential amenities like bedding and showers. Many suggest it would only be acceptable at half the price or less.
“Absolutely not worth the money (and I have used similar sleeping concepts in other countries) ... For half the price it would be ok.”
“The bed is like the one at the doctor's office and it is way too expensive for what it offers. If you only need to sleep for a couple of hours like me, I would recommend staying in the common area.”
“Not value for money. The mattress was damaged. And the staff at the help centre was absolutely awful. If your staff are going to talk to customers like animals then the zoo is where they should be!!”
The honest drawbacks, from guests.
- no bedding (pillows, blankets)
- poor noise insulation
- broken pod features (screens, covers)
- no showers
- poor value for money
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