Capsule Hotel Asahi plaza Shinsaibasi

Capsule Hotel Asahi Plaza is a capsule-style hotel that offers a very basic place to stay. The hotel feels quite old, and it seems to have been operating for a long time. Because of this, many of the facilities and interior details look worn and outdated. While everything is still usable, the overall condition is not very comfortable or modern. Inside, the furniture is simple and plain. The tables and chairs do not stand out and are mainly for basic use. The capsule rooms themselves are small, as expected, but they also show signs of age, with limited amenities and an old design. There is nothing special or impressive about the interior. The common areas are also very simple. Shared spaces such as resting areas or lounges do not have any unique features or attractive design. They feel more practical than relaxing, and there is little atmosphere for socializing or enjoyment. Overall, Capsule Hotel Asahi Plaza may be suitable for travelers who only need a cheap and short stay. However, for those looking for comfort, modern facilities, or interesting shared spaces, this hotel may feel disappointing due to its old condition and lack of special features.

Great value hostel in a prime location. Some previous guests complained about a few things that weren’t working but I felt like for $30 a night, Capsule Hotel Asahi Shinsaibashi offered excellent value. The place had everything you need: a capsule for sleeping, enough washrooms and dressing areas, a large common bath with a hot bath, jacuzzi, cold plunge and sauna, laundry and common areas for reading manga, eating, desks and laundry. They had all the toiletries, towels and robes. Although the place is a little dated, it was well maintained. Some facilities were broken but it was totally understandable. Staff was great and trustworthy. Misplaced my key and laptop on separate occasions and got them both without losing anything. Place could be more social but it’s just a nice to have. Would def stay again when I return to Osaka. Probably entitled Americans complaining, wanting St. Regis standards for $30 a night.

Very typical capsule hotel with sento. Check in was fast & easy, very helpful staff. Lockers are far too narrow for travel baggage but they have baggage store at reception. Bath & shower facilities are good, with bubbling & still warm baths and a cold bath, dry sauna, and the usual lockers, shower area, & toilet facilities. Wifi is useless, no connection in the capsule and almost no connection in the common area. The capsule is spacious but definitely not comfortable. The mattress is far too thin so effectively you sleep partly on the base. Also, the pillow is a small bag filled with what feels like gravel stones, hard and rough. But the most annoying feature is the location of the power socket - right where you bash it when using a device being charged.

First thing first: building is considered old but still well taken care off. If you are working on a budget, then this is one of the best option you can get. Just a bit of sharing: My second night stay there, the air-conditioning was not working in my capsule. The room was so humid and hot although it was cold outside. I went down to ask whether it was broken. One of the staff “Ahmed” assisted me quite well actually at first but was not able to fix the issue - which he said the AC should be turned off as there were so many guests complained if it was too cold in the room and “winter” outside - while smiling. I was so surprised as how could this possibly an answer to my complaint because I was super worried if I wouldn’t be able to sleep for the remaining 6 nights. Yes, I booked for 8 nights. Of course I was a bit irritated. I asked what if everyone complaint that the room was too hot? What would be the resolution? Ahmed started to feel annoyed and told me I was being rude ‘first’ when he let me stand there for a while without giving me proper resolution. I patiently explained to him, I never had any intention of becoming rude. It was just an unacceptable answer and I wanted him to understand my position as a guest - for whatever reason we had the right to complaint. Since the room was dark if you did not turn on the one and only yellow lamp which made the heat even higher in the room and I have another 6 nights to survive. Ahmed then asked me to go back to the room and said he would check on this. And to my surprise, Ahmed went to my room. He opened the door near the room corridor and the whole area felt so chill and comfortable after. He approached me and apologized for the misunderstanding, telling me he finally understood my position and even gave me a bottle of mineral water as a gesture of kindness. I was truly happy by his action and I gave 4 stars because of Ahmed, otherwise it should be 3 stars only. Ahmed, you are doing good and I wish you success in life! 😇 To the owner, please install CCTV! With the ‘theft issue’ made me feel very insecure staying there. How would you expect people will return and stay? Your hotel is actually located in a very good area so fix what can be fixed.

This hotel is generally good, but seriously not safe. Even though we always kept the locker key on our wrist, all the cash inside our locker was stolen. When we reported this to the front desk, there was no responsibility taken and no solution offered. Please be extremely careful with your belongings. There are clearly theft issues happening around this hotel.

I don’t understand how this place has any positive feedbacks Booked 3 nights and only managed to stay one night It feels like the Nostromo ship in Alien: a maze of decaying gritty 70s futurism (which as an Alien fan made me mentally able to stay here the one night) I love capsule hotels but this one is so dirty (the capsule itself is clean I must admit) A random alarm blares in every capsule at 10am until dying off in a grizzy noise The sauna is munky, mold stains everywhere, few cockroaches there There was a big leak from the ceiling 2F has an indoor smoking area which smells across the whole floor even in the capsules No windows in the building so no air, capsules are so hot at night and the halogen lights of the corridors are always on so you can’t open the curtain I love a hard futon but that’s just a rock to be fair Yes the location is amazing, but only book this last minute if you’re pass out drunk and need to crash tbh. Did a lot of capsule and never experienced that

The location is the best at this price. The service is so great. But they don't turn on the air conditioner. It's too hot. I can't sleep because it's hot while I sleep. Other than that, it's a perfect accommodation for this price. It's too hot. If you can't stand the heat, please refer to it and visit

There is daily cleaning of all facilities in the building. Amenities such as towels, yukatas, toothbrushes, shaving razors are included with the cost of the stay. Mineral water, earplugs, and slippers for ¥100 and cup noodles are provided, with the latter costing ¥300. A sauna, public baths, and showers are available. A personal locker and shoe locker are also included. Shoes are not permitted within the living quarters and common areas, resulting a mostly clean space everywhere inside the hotel. However, some things are rather unruly or unpleasant. The smell of urine in the restrooms is not addressed with urinal pucks or odour eliminators. Capsules are hollow and physically connected, so sounds are inevitable. Every three days, you must clear your capsule at or before 10 am to comply with the cleaning. On other days, sleeping in past 10 am will result in hearing the sounds of the staff changing the bedding. I did not have much problem sleeping, but some may find the arrangements somewhat uncomfortable. The entertainment systems are also rather dated. The location is perfectly suited for tourists, being near major stations such as Shinsaibashi and Namba, which allows access to most of the major sightseeing points in Osaka within a reasonable distance. You get exactly what you pay for. At this price point, although not excellent, it is completely satisfactory.