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9h Nine Hours—a very convenient way to pass the time at Narita Airport!

When you have a layover or are taking an early morning or late night flight, we recommend that you go to 9h Nine Hours Narita Airport—a cozy, casual hotel that is perfect for both a brief rest and an overnight stay.

The name, Nine Hours, is based on the hotel’s own claim that it takes a total of nine hours for three basic actions at urban accommodations—“taking a shower,” “sleeping,” and “getting ready.” This simple and reasonable concept is what attracts many travelers.

The exterior of 9h Nine Hours Narita Airport

Among all the 9h Nine Hours hotels around Japan, the one at Narita Airport has excellent access from the airport as it is located on the 1st basement floor of the Parking Lot 2 Building, which is connected directly to Terminal 2.

You can check in between 2 p.m. and 5 a.m. on the following morning, so it is an ideal place for spending time before and after your flight when you have a layover or are taking an early morning flight.

The reception that welcomes travelers features a simple and stylish interior.

The men’s area and the women’s area are separated, and the beds are very comfortable to sleep in. Each capsule has electric outlets, a dimmer, a retractable screen, a mattress, a pillow, and a duvet.

These capsules are called “sleeping pods.”

The locker room in the common area is very spacious. The 24-hour shower booths are very clean, and high-quality shampoo, body soap, and towels are also available, allowing you to rest and refresh nicely after a long trip.

Spacious shower booths

Moreover, 9h Nine Hours Narita Airport offers flexible options, so you can not only stay overnight, but also take a nap for a few hours or just take a shower. They also offer a daytime plan that lets you stay by the hour if you want to just refresh or to take a brief rest during a long layover.

Each sleeping pod is 215 cm long and does not have any sharp edges, so you won’t feel a sense of confinement.

We recommend that you make a reservation if you are staying overnight. You should do so early especially during busy seasons because they sometimes book up.

■DATA 9h Nine Hours Narita Airport Official website: https://ninehours.co.jp/en/narita (Information as of May 2025)

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