76%Shinjuku Kuyakusyomae Capsule Htl

ok. this is the REAL capsule hotel experience. not many backpackers here, its in the heart of Kabukicho in shinjuku. its where all the japanese businessmen turn up inebriated in the middle of the night having missed the last train home. and they all smoke. so its the authentic experience, but... more ok. this is the REAL capsule hotel experience. not many backpackers here, its in the heart of Kabukicho in shinjuku. its where all the japanese businessmen turn up inebriated in the middle of the night having missed the last train home. and they all smoke. so its the authentic experience, but only if youre game. interesting TV channels too....close

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by danielsuan3143 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

24

Interesting place - not as cool as you think a capsule hotel would be. The 'bathroom' is also actually in the style of an onsen - that is, open shower and spa set up - where you walk around wearing nothing and shower in front of a whole room packed with people. Not for the faint hearted.

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by jaykay84 – posted on Oct 23, 2008

13

It is a must do at least for the experience of sleeping on the so popular capsules. Capsules have clocks,alarm,tv,light..bring your earplugs and be ready to shower next to lots of japanese fellas sittin in a little stool 50cm away froｍ you. Worth doing it once.

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by ricardo4157 – posted on Oct 15, 2008

6

Capsule experience was worth it. Definitely a challenge to find at first, but it's in a good area, lots of bars and restaurants. I probably wouldn't do it again, but I'd recommend it if you haven't done the capsule thing. The bath area was pretty nice, and the staff had acceptable English.

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by richardirvan2714 – posted on Oct 4, 2008

1

Una experiencia que hay que probar, y muy practica si sales de marcha por Shinjuku. Buena calidad de las instalaciones y limpieza aunque algo dificil de encontrar

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by mejillon095 – posted on Sep 24, 2008

7

Very unhelpful staff, almost to the point of being rude. Though an alright enough stay in a very overtly "manly" environment - porn on channel 7 anyone?

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by hugh-one2699 – posted on Sep 13, 2008

13

Inubicable, nunca pude dar con el, 0 infomacion de su ubicacion

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by sebastianpin – posted on Sep 13, 2008

5

The location was actually OK if we had received proper directions. The directions listed were bogus and no one in town seemed to know where this place is. We actually were guided to a capsule hotel that was shut down months ago. Interesting bathing scenario (group bathhouse) and mostly older... more The location was actually OK if we had received proper directions. The directions listed were bogus and no one in town seemed to know where this place is. We actually were guided to a capsule hotel that was shut down months ago. Interesting bathing scenario (group bathhouse) and mostly older Japanese businessmen. The staff was not very helpful and there are no maps on site. I would reccomend the Ace Inn in Shinjuku instead.close

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by dlfrenchy4008 – posted on Sep 2, 2008

2

it was crap

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by trent-conlan1151 – posted on Aug 26, 2008

1

Great capsule hotel

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by ansonfclark628 – posted on Aug 20, 2008

4

Great sauna. But it smelled of smoke in my capsule.There is also a sealed smoking room but it's meaningless because smoking is allowed near the elevator entrance in the caosule room.

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by kevinbradley – posted on Aug 14, 2008

5

Well located in Shinjuku and not far from the JR Yamanote line. No internet and facilities in the common area are limited compared to other capsule hotels I've stayed in. Good washroom, sauna and baths.

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by Uisce6504 – posted on Aug 13, 2008

12

Interesting experience - decided I had to try capsule hotel after seeing them on tv years ago. Gave a good insiight into Japanese culture as most of guests are Japanese rather than western tourists. Staff's knowledge is limited.Capsules are obviously small but shower/sauna facilities were quite... more Interesting experience - decided I had to try capsule hotel after seeing them on tv years ago. Gave a good insiight into Japanese culture as most of guests are Japanese rather than western tourists. Staff's knowledge is limited.Capsules are obviously small but shower/sauna facilities were quite impressive. might be difficult to find - so take a printout of map when booking via this web site.close

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by Pmeeg – posted on Aug 12, 2008

32

very strange scene. more of a hotel for Japanese businessmen then a hostel for travelers

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by hawhitman5556 – posted on Aug 11, 2008

2

It`s a wonderful Hotel

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by jwhtt – posted on Aug 11, 2008

1

if you don't mind listening to folks pleasuring themselves throughout the night...and enduring the hot Tokyo heat (no AC) in what might as well be a coffin...it isn't that bad.....good location though.

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by iamstratos2279 – posted on Aug 4, 2008

1

I hate giving bad reviews, but the place was so confusing and their apparent disorganization/lack of an English-speaking staff did not help. First, they gave me an already occupied capsule(***5). Second, they made me keep the same key and locker (***5) but a capsule not corresponding to it... more I hate giving bad reviews, but the place was so confusing and their apparent disorganization/lack of an English-speaking staff did not help. First, they gave me an already occupied capsule(***5). Second, they made me keep the same key and locker (***5) but a capsule not corresponding to it (***0). When i returned from dinner/drinks they blamed me for having an improper key. Tokyo is confusing enough as it is; I do not need the help of my hotel to accomplish it.close

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by mdorse119573 – posted on Aug 4, 2008

2

Good cheap place to crash for the night in Shinjuku. Free sauna, hot tub etc. was a big plus as was the flexible-ish check out time. Not all staff spoke English but they were all helpful. Word of warning: if you plan on staying there more than one night be aware that there are no electricity... more Good cheap place to crash for the night in Shinjuku. Free sauna, hot tub etc. was a big plus as was the flexible-ish check out time. Not all staff spoke English but they were all helpful. Word of warning: if you plan on staying there more than one night be aware that there are no electricity outlets available for guests so you cannot charge your mobile phone (unless it is Japanese in which case there are charging stations) or iPod etc. No curfew is excellent and a rarity.close

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by tomhubbard – posted on Jul 29, 2008

3

This capsule hotel has a decent staff and was clean with a nice public bath. Most important was its central location, although it is pretty much in kabuki-cho so if youre not looking for the red light district youll have to take the train somewhere else.

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by johntraviskehr1915 – posted on Jul 29, 2008

1

Really excellent location, right in the middle of the interesting parts of Shinjuku and really close/easy access to other big spots like Shibuya and Harajuku. Staff speaks very weak english and the check in/out system is bizzarre for anyone staying more than a day or two.

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by thedenrei3067 – posted on Jul 26, 2008

1

The best location! Easy to find. If you want a big cultural shock, come to this capsule. No curfew. Very intimate inside own capsule. To see channel five put 300Y and you have it for 30 min ! Nice and big sauna, spa, shower. Don't arrive to reception showing you tattoos! Would go back there... more The best location! Easy to find. If you want a big cultural shock, come to this capsule. No curfew. Very intimate inside own capsule. To see channel five put 300Y and you have it for 30 min ! Nice and big sauna, spa, shower. Don't arrive to reception showing you tattoos! Would go back there again! Beware of japanese guys who sometimes sleeps dead drunk in the elevator! hahaha!close

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by aerobin – posted on Jul 24, 2008

19

The best location! Easy to find. If you want a big cultural shock, come to this capsule. No curfew. Very intimate inside own capsule. To see channel five put 300Y and you have it for 30 min ! Nice and big sauna, spa, shower. Don't arrive to reception showing you tattoos! Would go back there... more The best location! Easy to find. If you want a big cultural shock, come to this capsule. No curfew. Very intimate inside own capsule. To see channel five put 300Y and you have it for 30 min ! Nice and big sauna, spa, shower. Don't arrive to reception showing you tattoos! Would go back there again! Beware of japanese who someone sleeps dead drunk in the elevator! hahaha!close

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by aerobin – posted on Jul 24, 2008

19

The only reason I went here was because I knew that it would be an interesting experience. It sounded cool, but once you got into your "capsule room," the appeal was over. I'm 6'(180cm), and the capsule was barely long enough. I'd suggest it for people 5'10" and under. The... more The only reason I went here was because I knew that it would be an interesting experience. It sounded cool, but once you got into your "capsule room," the appeal was over. I'm 6'(180cm), and the capsule was barely long enough. I'd suggest it for people 5'10" and under. The facilities were clean and although the staff barely spoke Eng., they were very friendly. The baths were very nice and the sleeping area was quiet. You'll end up waking up around 8:00AM to everyone else's clock.close

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by illhavethe – posted on Jul 14, 2008

1

cheap and strange: worth a visit

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by v-bombail6467 – posted on Jul 14, 2008

3

Really good place to stay in Tokio. Sauna, jacuzzi and small pools included in price.

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by krzysztofrozmus5102 – posted on Jul 13, 2008

14

Nice experience to stay in capsule hotel. And it wasn't so smoky than I expect. Location is excellent if you like to spent night out in heart of Shinjuku.

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by anttimorsky1134 – posted on Jun 26, 2008

9

Very difficult to find, but it's a really neat experience. It's also nice and cool in the capsules, versus just about every other place I've stayed in Tokyo where it's hot and humid at night.

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by floguy8437 – posted on Jun 26, 2008

3

This is the classical Japanese Capsule Hotel. The staff can barely speak English but, however they try their best to communicate and are really nice and polite. Interesting location, in Shinjuku area. It is nice that it has sauna, hot tube, cold and hot bath. Maybe it is not the best place... more This is the classical Japanese Capsule Hotel. The staff can barely speak English but, however they try their best to communicate and are really nice and polite. Interesting location, in Shinjuku area. It is nice that it has sauna, hot tube, cold and hot bath. Maybe it is not the best place to stay for one week, but it is interesting to give it a try for one or two nights!close

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by angpanesp4030 – posted on Jun 21, 2008

2

Had to cancel my trip that year...

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by aerobin – posted on Jun 16, 2008

19

This would have to be the worst hostel/hotel I have ever stayed in. Staff spoke no english and the permenent smell of cigarette smoke was disgusting.

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by adam-halpin7162 – posted on May 5, 2008

1

Good location. Very smokey though, careful if you are a non-smoker. Staff didn't understand much english but I found that was the case with most of Tokyo.

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by rholland8659 – posted on Apr 8, 2008

5

crazy place. clean and good to sleep in. very close to shinjuku station. heaps of crazy stuff to see in this place :)

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by jzpowahz6399 – posted on Mar 31, 2008

4

plus point is the common bath and suana. minus point for me is that the individual capsule doesn't have a door but just a pull-down straw mat. perhaps the capsules are meant to be like that in japan.

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by melvchea9960 – posted on Mar 31, 2008

8

very enjoyable stayed an extra 2 nights

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by nulfinis8287 – posted on Mar 26, 2008

1

It's definately different.

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by answer7914 – posted on Mar 25, 2008

8

Overall the hotel was ok. The only downside was the staff on the counter were very abrupt and extremely unhelpful when i tried to pay by mastercard! If you want a cheap hotel in the best district of Tokyo though, you cant go far wrong with this place!

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by gazh4462619 – posted on Mar 24, 2008

2

It is a bit noisy and the staff does not speak english

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by rosatiman9015 – posted on Mar 23, 2008

1

Great if you want to stay in the middle of Shinjuku. A bit expensive for a capsule hotel from what I've heard since.

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by roryhac – posted on Mar 22, 2008

11

Smack bang in the middle of the red light district with a very handy "shemale club" on the second floor, Kuyakusyomae Capsule hotel is not for the faint hearted. Being the only accomodation easily last minute bookable on the weekend, it certainly keeps you off the street! Organised and... more Smack bang in the middle of the red light district with a very handy "shemale club" on the second floor, Kuyakusyomae Capsule hotel is not for the faint hearted. Being the only accomodation easily last minute bookable on the weekend, it certainly keeps you off the street! Organised and clean, this hotel is a very interesting experience to have in Japan.close

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by arendn2489 – posted on Feb 11, 2008

2

Crazy experience, cheap and extremely interesting.

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by monkeymannered1525 – posted on Jan 15, 2008

1