Capsule Hotel Asahi Plaza Shinsaibashi Reviews

The place feels old but clean. It's in the middle of American Town; if you like that area, it's good. Wifi doesn't cover the whole building; you can only use it at basement, and the basement is very stuffy. Lockers are kinda too small for big bags; if you have big luggages, you have to keep them at reception and get charged. One young male staff was quite impolite whereas the other are fine people.

The capsule experience is very interesting and a must in Japan. The communal baths are also an experience. The hostel is relatively clean and friendly. There have been some bad reviews about service and what not. I would like to say that you are paying hostel prices in a prime spot in Osaka. You are not paying for a 5 star hotel, so don\'t expect perfection. I really enjoyed staying here and highly recommend it for your trip to Osaka.

Nice experience, organization and all. Only detail is that it was a bit strange to have to choose between tv or charger.... Also, too bad there is no wifi in capsules.

I\'ve always wanted to stay in a capsule hotel, and this was a great experience. I enjoyed it - everything was very clean. I did have a little trouble finding the entrance to the hostel. It is on the left side of the building, but the sign inside was not so clear.

From Namba Station, about a 15-20 minute walk I was told so I opted for a taxi since we had luggage. The driver, however, dropped us off 1 1/2 blocks further at another capsule hotel and this was after calling for directions! Taxi cost 660 yen and that\'s what it starts at in Osaka. Asahi Plaza is right on a corner and visible so not to worry. Should\'ve stuck to original plan walking north from Namba Station on main road and turn left on the hotel street but it all worked out on the end.

When we checked in, the young lady with the short hair at the reception gave us a hard time about our carry-on bags, without even checking to see if they would fit into the locker or not, she told us they would not fit and we would have to keep our belongings at the reception desk. She was pretty adamant about it. We had to argue with her for 20 minutes, then we insisted on seeing the lockers for ourselves and our bags did fit. It was a terrible welcome, the other lady was also not too nice.

Good Location but atmosphere. its cheap solution while budget control.

Never stayed in a capsule hotel before but it seems like this is an excellent example of one, clean and comfy. I'm 6'3 and just fitted, but would definately recommend a visit!

If you are, like me, expecting a \"normal\" hostel with a bed or room, you are up for a surprise. You are not allowed to bring any luggage or items into the sleeping room/capsule with you, so you must leave your things in a locker two floors down. If you can\'t fit your luggage bag into the locker (which is highly likely since its a very small locker) you need to let the staff store it for you, for an additional fee of 200 yen per day. You must also leave your locker key with the staff each time you go out

No wifi in sleeping areas. Designated wifi area has a 10 minute limit.

Great stay in a capsule hotel!

Staff doesn,t speak english very weel. As first experience at capsule hotel system need to understand how is working... Not much help from staff.. Btw very nice place and cool experience

It's definitely something to experience in Japan, the capsules are more spacious than they look so unless your more than 190cm tall, you would be able to sleep in them relatively well. But I wouldn't recommend it to anyone travelling with medium to large size luggage, at least not for more than 2 days, the lockers definitely won't fit them so it's best to have a small bag to keep your necessities in and leave your luggage at the counter.

The stay at the capsule hotel was a great experience. It wasn\'t that small as i thought. You\'ll get a pyjama, toothbrush and -paste, shaver, a lot of different cosmetics, towels, hot bath and sauna - and this is all inclusive.

Smack in the middle of Amemura. However, finding the hotel for the first time is a challenge. The posted direction is not as clear. There should be a map attach to it. The sign board bearing the hotel name is no obvious enough. I think I had pass by the brown building at least 3 times before realising it.

This was a great experience for a western tourist - the capsule was much more spacious than I had imagined. If your bag is too big for the locker you can leave it in the lobby and you have to pay for it for every day. Sometimes it felt like there was a lack of showers and the bathroom was quite crowded. The toilets were located next to the hang around area and it wasn't quite nice (I would have needed more privacy). There's a 2-hour time in the afternoon when you have to go away from the capsule

It will be good if they provide english instead kanji's title in front of the hotel. The directions given is not so clear, and if I dont ask anyone nearby, I wont find this place. But overal, this place is highly recommended! Clean, friendly, except the public room where smoking is allowed. But female's area is perfect! Will definitely stay there again in my next Osaka trip. Arigato gosaimazu

Good value, excellent location in city centre and close to all the nightlife. Perhaps not excessively comfortable for a long stay but good for 1-2 nights!