Not for the claustrophobic: Sydney to get its first Japanese-style capsule hotel

If you find yourself out late and a little worse for wear in downtown Sydney, you may soon have a unique place to rest your head.

Sydney is set to get its first capsule hotel, Broadsheet reported. A Japanese invention that has been a longtime subject of curiosity to foreigners, the capsule hotel typically features row upon row of rectangular fibreglass "rooms." Now Sydneysiders will also be able to discover what it's like to sleep in a box.

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Set to open in a site on George Street in mid-November, the space is the work of interior design firm, Giant Design. A capsule will reportedly cost around A$35 and A$50, depending on size.

Rather than having the Bladerunner aesthetic of many of Tokyo's capsule hotels, Giant Design employee Chris Wilks told the outlet the hotel, which is opening in a now-closed inner city bar, will retain the former venue's "vintage look and feel."

"We're providing the privacy which one doesn't get in a backpackers on a bunk bed," he added. "It's a great alternative for those without public transport."

Claustrophobia aside, this seems a solid solution if you've missed the last train home.

Giant Design has been contacted for comment.