India, June 30 -- If you go the Korean way when it comes to beauty, and go a la mode American when you dress up, then why not live like a Japanese when you need to hit the sack for the night or for a few hours? Safety guaranteed, comfort assured, cost won't burn a hole in your pocket.

Pod hotels were in vogue in Japan until Singapore took it home and then transported the idea across the seas. Also called capsule hotels, these facilities offer ultra-compact, space-efficient accommodations or private sleeping pods - much like a capsule - equipped with essential amenities, designed for solo travellers, transit passengers, or short-stay guests looking for affordability without compromising on cleanliness or comfort.

"I experienced a pod hot...