Tokyo has no shortage of capsule hotels. If you want to stay near Ni-chome, these three offer different reasons to book: Shinjuku Kuyakusho-mae for value, Anshin Oyado for facilities, and 9h nine hours woman Shinjuku for a location right in the neighbourhood.
However, Tokyo does not have a standard ‘LGBTQ+-friendly’ category for capsule hotels. A hotel being men-only or women-only does not automatically make it queer-friendly. Nor does being close to Ni-chome. This guide compares practical options for LGBTQ+ travelers; inclusion does not mean a hotel officially describes itself as LGBTQ+-friendly.
Hotel policies checked August 2026. Prices, access rules, and hotel policies can change, so confirm anything essential to your stay before booking.
Quick Comparison: Capsule Hotels Near Ni-chome
| Hotel | Best for | Ni-chome access | Guest format | Relative cost within this list |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shinjuku Kuyakusho-mae Capsule Hotel | Classic capsule experience, nightlife access and value | Short walk | Men plus a women-only capsule floor | Budget end |
| Anshin Oyado Tokyo Man (Shinjuku Station South Exit) | Bath, sauna and extensive amenities | Walkable from the Shinjuku Station side | Men-only | Premium end |
| 9h nine hours woman Shinjuku | Minimalist accommodation directly in Ni-chome | Inside Ni-chome | Women-only | Mid-range |
The right choice depends on who can stay, what facilities you want, and how much privacy you need.
Before You Book
A capsule is an individual sleeping pod, not a conventional private room. A curtain or blind gives you some separation, but do not expect a lockable door or strong sound isolation. If you want to share a room with your partner, dislike compact spaces, or do not want shared facilities, a conventional hotel may suit you better.
There are a few other practical points:
- Daytime access: Kuyakusho-mae and Nine Hours require guests staying consecutive nights to leave during daytime cleaning. Check this before booking if you need somewhere to rest during the day.
- Luggage: lockers vary in size, and larger bags may need to be stored separately. Check the arrangements if you have a large suitcase or expensive equipment.
- Gender rules: sleeping floors, showers, baths, saunas and day-use facilities can have different rules. A ‘men-only’ or ‘women-only’ label does not necessarily explain how a hotel accommodates trans or non-binary travelers. If the public information is unclear, ask the property before booking.
With that in mind, here is what you should know about each one.
Shinjuku Kuyakusho-mae Capsule Hotel
Best for: nightlife access, a classic capsule experience and value.
Think twice if: the bath and sauna are your main reason for booking and you cannot use the men-only facilities.
Shinjuku Kuyakusho-mae is probably the closest match to what most people imagine when they think of a traditional Tokyo capsule hotel. It sits at the value end of this three-hotel list and is within easy reach of Ni-chome.
It also appears in LGBTQ+ travel coverage. That, along with its location, is why it makes this list.
There is one important detail that older listings can get wrong: the whole hotel is not men-only.
The property also has a women-only capsule floor. The large public bath and sauna, however, are men-only. Women staying overnight use shower facilities instead. The hotel’s guidelines also state that day use is for men.
That makes it a useful choice if you want a straightforward capsule base close to Ni-chome without paying for the larger amenity package offered elsewhere on this list.
Check-in starts at 3pm, and checkout is at 11am. For consecutive nights, plan around the daytime cleaning break mentioned above.
The hotel provides keyed storage for valuables. Large luggage that does not fit in the locker can be left in a designated area near reception, where the hotel asks guests to secure it. The official website also has an English-language version, which makes checking the rules easier for international visitors.
We have not found a sufficiently clear current public policy covering tattoos or trans and non-binary eligibility. If either issue affects your stay, ask the hotel directly before booking.
Anshin Oyado Tokyo Man Shinjuku
Best for: travelers who meet the hotel’s men-only booking policy and want a bath, sauna and easy access from Shinjuku Station.
Think twice if: you want the cheapest possible capsule or would make little use of the extra facilities.
If Kuyakusho-mae is the classic capsule option, Anshin Oyado is the more amenity-heavy choice.
The Shinjuku property is men-only, with one person per capsule. It is close to Shinjuku Station and within easy reach of Ni-chome, making it convenient if nightlife is a major part of your trip.
Then there are the facilities. Guests get access to a bath, sauna, lounge, and a wide range of complimentary amenities. It is much closer to an all-in-one capsule stay than a simple place to sleep.
The hotel uses controlled access and secure storage to protect guests and their belongings. The capsule itself cannot be locked.
Its tattoo policy is more nuanced than the blanket ‘no tattoos’ rule often repeated on older booking sites. The official guidance allows tattooed guests to use the bath when their tattoos can be completely covered using the hotel’s designated cover sticker. If they cannot be fully covered, bath access is restricted. An exception is those who have tattoos as part of their culture and heritage. In this scenario, a cover sticker is not required. Someone with a tattoo is not necessarily barred from staying at the hotel.
Check the current rules before booking, especially if using the bath or sauna is one of the reasons you chose the hotel.
For guests who meet its booking policy and want a little more comfort than the basic capsule experience, Anshin Oyado is the strongest facilities-focused option on this list.
9h nine hours woman Shinjuku
Best for: women, including lesbian and sapphic travelers, who want minimalist accommodation directly in Ni-chome and meet the hotel’s booking policy.
Think twice if: you want a public bath or sauna, or need a clearly published policy covering trans or non-binary guests.
9h nine hours woman Shinjuku is the most location-specific recommendation here.
The property is women-only and located at 2-13-7 Shinjuku. In other words, it is not merely near Ni-chome. It is right in it.
That combination of women-only accommodation and location is why it appears in this guide. It offers a useful base for LGBTQ+ women who meet its booking policy and want to stay close to the area’s nightlife without paying for a conventional hotel room.
The hotel follows the minimalist ‘nine hours’ concept: a sleeping capsule, lockers, and shared showers. There is no public bath or sauna.
Check-in is from 3pm, and checkout is by 11am. As at Kuyakusho-mae, guests staying more than one night must leave during daytime cleaning. Luggage can remain stored, subject to the hotel’s arrangements. English-language information and online booking are available.
We have not found a sufficiently clear current public policy covering tattoos or trans and non-binary eligibility. If either issue is relevant to you, contact the property before making a non-refundable booking.
For travelers who want little more than somewhere clean and central to sleep, that simplicity can be an advantage. You are paying for a place to sleep in one of Tokyo’s most useful locations rather than a long list of hotel facilities.
Which One Should You Choose?
Ultimately, the three hotels above serve different needs:
Choose Shinjuku Kuyakusho-mae for the classic capsule experience, value and easy access to Ni-chome.
Choose Anshin Oyado if you meet its men-only requirements and want the strongest combination of bath, sauna and other amenities.
Choose 9h nine hours woman Shinjuku if you meet its women-only requirements and want to stay directly in Ni-chome with a minimalist setup.
If you are looking for private accommodation for a couple, or would like to know more about conventional hotel rooms near Tokyo’s LGBTQ+ nightlife, see our guides here:
