The Thoughtful Travel Podcast · Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Amanda Kendall describes her stay in a capsule hotel in Tokyo as a budget-friendly and surprisingly comfortable option. She notes that while the capsules can feel a bit claustrophobic, the overall experience was cozy, with the main drawback being a 'no talking' rule due to the close proximity of the sleeping pods.
“So, this episode is all about the places that you might end up sleeping on your travels that are, I guess, not a traditional hotel bed.”
“Now when I posted photos of my capsule, a lot of people said to me that it looked very claustrophobic or like having an MRI in the hospital or something, but honestly, it was a great way to sleep.”
“It was very comfortable and truly quite cozy.”