# First Cabin International Opens First US Location in Honolulu

_Jul 30 18:00_

Tags: First Cabin International, One Key, Honolulu, United States, Waikiki, hotel, loyalty program, hotel opening

First Cabin International, a Japanese airline-inspired pod hotel, has opened its first US location in Honolulu's Waikiki district. The property features tiered 'first,' 'business,' and 'premium economy' pods but does not participate in major hotel loyalty programs

## Summary

First Cabin International, known for its airline-inspired pod concept in Japan, has opened its first United States outlet in Honolulu. Located in a high-rise on Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki, the hotel offers 'first class,' 'business class,' and 'premium economy' sleeping pods. Key details for travelers:
- **Concept**: Airline-inspired micro-hotel with tiered accommodations. First-class pods include a double bed, lockable drawer, hangers, TV, and access to a separate seating area with airport-lounge-style chairs.
- **Amenities**: Shared bathrooms (gender-separated), shared living space with kitchenette (coffee, tea, microwave, fridge), and numeric code entry.
- **Loyalty**: Does not participate in major hotel loyalty programs. The reviewer booked via Expedia and earned One Key points.
- **Price**: One night in a first-class pod cost $130.
- **Status**: New opening as of July 2026

## Why it matters

Relevant for First Cabin International elites and award redeemers.

## Sources cited

- [The Points Guy](https://thepointsguy.com/hotel/reviews/honolulu-first-cabin-capsule-hotel) — I spent 2 nights at Honolulu's new airline-inspired pod hotel — and my stay hit unexpected turbulence

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