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Panda Pod Hotel

Property class: 2.5
Adults-only capsule hotel near Richmond Night Market

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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6940 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2C5
  • Place, CF Richmond Centre Mall
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Minoru Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Richmond Olympic Oval
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Vancouver, BC (YVR-Vancouver Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Private Pod (Upper Pod)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Private Pod (Lower Pod)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Richmond

Richmond City Centre stay.At this Richmond City Centre capsule hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of CF Richmond Centre Mall and Minoru Park. Lansdowne Centre and Richmond Olympic Oval are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • CF Richmond Centre Mall - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Minoru Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Richmond Conference Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lansdowne Centre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Richmond Olympic Oval - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond-Brighouse Station - 8 min walk
  • Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer Station - 21 min drive
  • Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cactus Club Cafe Richmond Centre - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Deer One Hotpot - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Panda Pod Hotel

Adults-only capsule hotel near Richmond Night Market
As a guest of Panda Pod Hotel, you'll find gift shops/newsstands, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Panda Pod Hotel also features express check-out and a microwave in a common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 62 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Lockers available
Panda Pod Hotel offers 62 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: 100 percent of room rate

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in fee: CAD 39 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

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 government-issued photo ID after booking

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 80 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: 100 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: CAD 39 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 25 mi (40 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 25 mi (40 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Panda Pod Hotel.

Property is also known as

Panda Pod Hotel Richmond

Panda Pod Richmond

Panda Pod Hotel Richmond

Panda Pod Hotel Capsule Hotel

Panda Pod Hotel Capsule Hotel Richmond

Frequently asked questions

How close is Panda Pod Hotel to the airport?

Panda Pod Hotel is 5.4 mi (17-min drive) away from the Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Panda Pod Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Panda Pod Hotel.

How close is Panda Pod Hotel to the beach?

This capsule hotel is 10 mi (20-min drive) from English Bay Beach and 9.2 mi (19-min drive) from Kitsilano Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Panda Pod Hotel offer free breakfast?

Panda Pod Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Panda Pod Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this capsule hotel, but River Rock Casino Resort (5-min drive) and Cascades Casino Delta (14-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Panda Pod Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A percentage-based fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Panda Pod Hotel?

This capsule hotel offers free self parking.

Does Panda Pod Hotel have a pool?

Panda Pod Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Panda Pod Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this capsule hotel.

How close is Panda Pod Hotel to downtown Richmond?

Panda Pod Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Richmond.

Panda Pod Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 293 out of 568 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 568 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 568 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 568 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 568 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very helpful, my first-time staying in a pod!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Riguang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Flora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient location, very friendly staffs
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay when you just need a bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport, affordably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and good location for shopping n airport. Affordable place to sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kyle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, I found the bed comfy and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Staff & Friendly Guests
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

HIU YAN

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for short stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

ERICA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Finnan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Reasonable spot to stay before an early flight
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

2002egncn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent affordable clean place to stay for a single person.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very amazing and unique experience, the staff were very helpful and welcoming. I will definitely stay here again next time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay compared to hotel prices in area
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff and good location close to the SkyTrain :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was very nice and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Doris Wai Chi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for overnight stay for early flight from YVR.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome solo traveler stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay if you are flying solo in or out of the airport and need a quick stopover in Vancouver
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

stéphane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really nice and professional and the site was really well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great all round experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful facility. The staff was also good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dmitry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very helpful and welcoming. Sleeping area nice and quiet, and restrooms are clean. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

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