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A man poses in a capsule at a capsule hotel soon to be opened in Shanghai, China, Jan. 8. Each capsule, 2.2 meters long with a 1.1-by-1.1 meters opening, is equipped with a flat TV set, wifi access, power sockets, lights, an alarm clock and bedding. The cost of the room is 88 yuan (10.28 euros) a night or 28 yuan (3.27 euros) an hour.

Capsule hotel to open in Shanghai

This seems like it could be a pretty great option if someone didn't plan on spending a lot of time in his or her hotel room.

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that looks comfortable

    Reply#1 - Sat Jan 8, 2011 1:03 PM EST

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      Reply#2 - Sat Jan 8, 2011 1:04 PM EST

      As long as it's Snore Proof.

        Reply#3 - Sun Jan 9, 2011 10:14 AM EST

        I'm with Katie -- if you're not planning on spending time in the hotel room and just need a place to sleep, this is a great idea. Except for the common bathroom idea....

          Reply#4 - Sun Jan 9, 2011 8:54 PM EST

          It looks just like my local dog pound!

          Katie...I guess at those rates you won't be finding a mint on your pillow.

            Reply#5 - Sun Jan 9, 2011 9:24 PM EST
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