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Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL

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A hallway with wooden doors, a bench, and a potted plant.
Economy Cabin | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets
A vending machine with various drink options, a concrete step leading to a building entrance, and a small garden area with a green mat and some plants.
A hallway with wooden doors, a small appliance unit, and a mounted television.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Sho inn" and a QR code on the door.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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matsugae1tyoume19ban8go, Otaru, hokkaido, 0470022
  • Place, Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Otaru Music Box Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sakaimachi Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sapporo (OKD-Okadama)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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A compact room with a single bed, a small window, and a radiator.

Economy Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact room with a single bed, a small window, and a radiator.

Standard Single Room, Mountain View, Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard single room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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Within a short walk of Park Otaru, Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL is within a mile (2 km) of Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway. This 12-room capsule hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Park Otaru - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Tomioka Catholic Church - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Otaru Music Box Museum - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Sakaimachi Street - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Minami-Otaru Station - 6 min drive
  • Teine Station - 22 min drive
  • Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪celan - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪小樽ミルク・プラント - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪くるみや - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tenguu Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪麺処龍仁 - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL

Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and laundry facilities. There's free parking and a free train station shuttle. This smoke-free capsule hotel also has a vending machine.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and slippers. 2 bathrooms are also standard. Bathrooms are shared; weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

Fees

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free shuttle service to and from the train station. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property only accepts cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sho inn
Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL Otaru
Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL Capsule hotel
Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL Capsule hotel Otaru

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL?

Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL?

This capsule hotel is located in Otaru, a short 20-minute walk from Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway and also 11 minutes on foot from Park Otaru. You'll also find Otaru Music Box Museum and Sakaimachi Street within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the capsule hotel.

Does Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL feature a casino?

No, Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL?

No, there is no indoor pool at this capsule hotel.

Is Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL good for couples?

Couples staying at this capsule hotel will value amenities like slippers, slippers in some guestrooms, as well as free train station drop-off.

Are there hot tubs at Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this capsule hotel.

Does Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL.

Are there connecting rooms at Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this capsule hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL?

The closest major airport to Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL is Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD), which is 23.3 mi away (43 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL.

Sho inn MINIMAL HOTEL Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Host is awesome, even gave me a lift into town after checkout.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New hostel. Really nice building. Free shuttle to and from the station. Really nice town in all
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is super new, functional and stylish and the location around the corner close to the bus stop to the city is gorgeous. Above all the hosts are very friendly and welcoming, picked me up from the station and got me there on departure. If back in Otaru, this will be my place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

YenDa

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

Good choice

Nice little place, just what i need
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel—very clean! Host is quick to respond to questions. It’s electronic self-check which I’d never done before but very efficient. Host was very kind and picked me up from the train station when I first arrived. He also gave me a ride to the ski resort when I checked out. Many thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They had free
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

KOJI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
簡単チェックイン／チェックアウトで、ストレスフリー。部屋やトイレ、シャワールームも綺麗で快適に過ごせました。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SATORU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
またご利用したいホテルです！
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

ハジメ

特にない
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mayu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
初めてのカプセルホテルがここで良かった(笑) と思えるくらい またぜひ利用したい！ 駅から距離があっても 優しいオーナーさんが駅や観光地等 10分くらいの距離は送迎してくれるので 全く困らないです ただ… ベッドが高い位置にあるので 毎回降りる時少し怖かった…
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HITOMI

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

オススメです

今回2回目の宿泊です オーナーさんも親切で掃除なども綺麗にされていて快適に過ごせました。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

みあ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
施設が綺麗で、運営者の送迎や態度がとても良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

達也

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ayumu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

natsuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

JONGJAE

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Natsumi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

FUMITAKA

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

MARI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024