I Tried Out a $60 Capsule Hotel in Hawaii

Why It Matters

The property offers a significantly cheaper alternative to traditional Waikiki hotels, appealing to budget-conscious travelers and potentially expanding capsule-hotel demand in U.S. tourist hubs. Its successful reception could encourage more international capsule brands to target major leisure markets.

Summary

A Japanese capsule-hotel chain opened its first U.S. location in Honolulu, where a reviewer stayed in an economy pod for $60 a night and a larger first-class cabin for $150. The pods are compact but equipped with basic amenities—light, power outlet, TV and toiletries—and guests share bathrooms, showers and lounges. Despite initial reservations about privacy and shared facilities, the reviewer found the property clean, quiet and well-located near Waikiki Beach. Minor drawbacks included light leakage under the pod curtain and limited headroom in the economy cabin.

Original Description

A popular Japanese capsule-hotel chain opened its first U.S. outpost near Waikiki Beach. WSJ’s Dawn Gilbertson checked in for two nights to size up the budget option. ⁠

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