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Podtel

2.0 star property
Capsule hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Waikiki Beach

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Interior detail
Single Room
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reception
Single Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
2450 Prince Edward St, Honolulu, HI, 96815
  • Waikiki Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • International Market Place
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Waikiki Beach Walk
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory - WOMEN ONLY

Standard Shared Dormitory - WOMEN ONLY

Standard Shared Dormitory - WOMEN ONLY

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Located on the ground floor
  • 3.3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite

Studio Suite

Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Located on the ground floor
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Located on the ground floor
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Honolulu

At Podtel you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Waikiki Beach and Kuhio Beach Park. Highlights at this capsule hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free capsule hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Waikiki capsule hotel include International Market Place and Honolulu Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Waikiki Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • International Market Place - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Honolulu Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Hawaiian Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Waikiki Beach Walk - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 25 min drive
  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eggs 'n Things - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Musubi Cafe IYASUME - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kai Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kai Coffee Hawaii - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Podtel

Capsule hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Waikiki Beach
Public spaces have free WiFi.
  • 57 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Podtel offers 57 shared accommodations with air conditioning and free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Hypo-allergenic bedding and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Recycling
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an access code

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

Property Registration Number TA-045-435-4458-02, GE-487-354-3210-01

Property is also known as

Podtel Honolulu
Podtel Capsule hotel
Podtel Capsule hotel Honolulu

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Podtel?

Yep, Podtel is a short 2-minute walk from Waikiki Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Podtel?

No, Podtel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Podtel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Podtel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Podtel?

There isn't one on site, but Ala Wai Golf Course is a short 16-minute walk away.

Podtel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay. Cool pods, super convenient, and just what I needed for a quick crash
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a few, and it was perf. The pods and property are clean and give just the right amount of privacy. Super easy check-in, great location, and everything I needed for a stay in Waikiki. Would def book again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

perfect place

I stayed at Podtel in Waikiki for the first time, and I was really happy with it! Great location, super friendly service. Everything was clean, cozy, and comfortable. All the main spots the beach, restaurants, and shops were within walking distance. The pods were cool and well-ventilated, making it a perfect place to relax after a day out. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I slept better here than at other hotels and hoste

I was a bit apprehensive at first since check-in and communication were all online and felt a little impersonal. But once I arrived, the staff was super helpful and made everything easy. Security was great, and I felt very safe throughout my stay. The pod mattress was incredibly comfortable—honestly, I slept better here than at other hotels and hostels. Such a unique and peaceful stay in Waikiki. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

hidden gem

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best capsule hotel hostel in Waikiki

Visited as a solo female traveler, staying in a women-only sleeping pod at Podtel. The experience was excellent, in an amazing location in the heart of Waikiki, less than a 5-minute walk from the beach, shopping, and great food spots. Pods, communal areas, amenities, and services were all excellent—very clean and well managed. Check-in and check-out were done online, so there was very little need to interact with the staff, although there was always someone at the front desk if I needed anything. I felt very safe my whole stay there. Everyone staying at Podtel was quiet, respectful, and friendly—mostly kept to themselves. Not a place for meeting people/socializing, but perfect for a comfortable, budget-friendly stay. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you're looking for an affordable, clean, and seamless sleeping experience in Waikiki, Podtel is the way to go. I stayed with my friend for three nights during their soft opening, and everything was already running smoothly. We received a code to access our sleeping area, which had plenty of space and individual sleep pods that fully enclose for rest. One of the best things about these pods is the privacy—my friend could come in late, and I could wake up early without disturbing each other. The pods also have outlets, fans, and soft lighting—basically, it’s super comfy. The staff was friendly, and the other guests seemed chill. A special shoutout to Tanya for being super helpful and accommodating, especially when we needed to store our luggage after checkout while we explored the area. The location is unbeatable—just a short walk to the beach, great coffee spots, nightlife, and shopping. For a brand-new spot, Podtel is already doing an amazing job. Can’t wait to see how it evolves!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Literally the best place to crash in Waikiki if ur on a budget but don’t wanna stay in some sketchy hostel. The pods are actually super comfy, way more private than bunk beds, and the AC is a lifesaver after being out in the sun all day. I was lowkey worried it would feel claustrophobic, but it didn’t at all—felt kinda cozy actually. Bathrooms were clean, which is a BIG deal for me, and the whole vibe was just chill. Met some cool ppl in the common areas but also had my own space when I wanted. Def recommend if ur traveling solo or w/ friends and just need a solid, affordable place to sleep!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025