What is a capsule hotel?
A capsule hotel is an innovative hotel type that originated in Japan. It is characterized by a series of small, sleeping spots, which are typically stacked on top of each other and contain a bed and basic furnishings.
As an affordable alternative to traditional hotels, it attracts mostly solo traveling tourists, but also business travelers on a budget who need a place to stay for a short period of time.
Solo travel is on the rise
Solo travel is a growing trend among travelers of all ages. More and more people are choosing to explore the world on their own, seeking out new adventures and experiences. According to recent studies, around 20% of travelers like to travel by themselves.
This trend is driven by a variety of factors
• Independence on others, no syncing of agendas needed
• Sense of adventure
• Learn more about oneself
While solo travel can be challenging at times, it is also a rewarding and enriching experience that many people find to be a highlight of their travels. But how can capsule hotels cater to this trend?
Capsule Hotels as an answer to the trend
Capsule hotels are the perfect accommodation for solo travelers. With the compact and private sleeping space, a capsule hotel offers a comfortable and secure place to rest after a day of exploring. Plus, the convenient, centralized locations and affordable prices make it a great option for solo travelers looking to save money and meet like minded travelers on their trip.
Capsule hotels are also operationally more efficient than any traditional hotel. This type of a hotel allows to accommodate more guests in a smaller space which helps to increase the revenue per square meter.
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Capsule Hotels Switzerland
We as capsule services are leading the way in the capsule hotel industry in Switzerland. Born as an ambitious idea, proven concept, best in class systems and a Swiss quality product. Within the last four years three capsule hotels were successfully opened in different cities in Switzerland. But what makes us different?
At capsule services, we are committed to providing our guests with the ultimate capsule experience. Our capsules are designed with the modern traveler in mind, featuring everything you need for a comfortable stay. But not only that, the digitalized customer journey allows us to give the guests more independence when it comes to Check-in time, privacy and comfort.
The LAB capsule hotel was our and Switzerland’s first capsule hotel. It is integrated in a co-working space in the center of Lucerne. With an occupancy rate of 70-80% we demonstrated the concept and were looking for a bigger opportunity. With our second project in Basel we implemented the concept during Covid time in an existing Hostel concept called Hyve. The rearranged room to capsule rooms allowed our partner to increase the occupancy rate and revenue during the pandemic. Our most recent and biggest capsule hotel at Zurich airport showed us and our investors that our capsule hotel concept also works in a bigger setting with 144 capsules.
With these three locations the journey of capsule services is not over yet!
We make it possible for everyone to explore the world!
Therefore we go big! And build further capsule hotels in Switzerland and the rest of Europe. Find out more about our journey here
Contact
capsule services AG
Hirschengraben 40
6003 Luzern
info@capsule-services.com
+41 77 526 3375