GGuest UserI'll start by saying I didn't have high expectations. Singapore is quite an expensive city, and finding a room close to the center for that price is pretty much impossible (one correction: when we were choosing where to stay, many people mentioned there were no windows).
We arrived early in the morning and just wanted to leave our bags at the luggage storage, but it turned out our room was already ready, so we happily checked in and went out to explore. The staff at the front desk were friendly and ready to help.
The location, we believe, is excellent. The metro is nearby, about a 10-minute walk, and it's on the line that goes to the airport. The hotel itself is small, located in a charming little neighborhood without high-rises. As for sights, there's a mosque nearby, but we didn't hear any noise or morning prayers. I'd like to say a bit more about the neighborhood itself. It's a lively area with good nightlife, plenty of places to eat and drink for any budget, including a 7/11. It's incredibly colorful. Every new turn reveals new murals and graffiti. In the evening, you can sit at a small bar on a narrow street and enjoy the pleasant vibe.
You can walk to the Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands – it takes about 40 minutes. Or you can take the metro (Lavender station, or walk a bit further to another line near the mosque). So, it's suitable for both those who enjoy walking and exploring the city, and those who don't. However, given the huge distances (as it turned out), it's worth considering using the metro to save your feet!
The room: extremely small. It fits a table, a chair, a bed, and a narrow walkway on one side – that's it. It has its own private bathroom. Of course, you shouldn't expect palatial rooms like at a Four Seasons, but for the price, the room more than justifies itself.
It was clean and cozy, with a working kettle, hairdryer, TV, and air conditioning. All toiletries were provided in the bathroom.
I recommend it for anyone on a limited budget or who doesn't want to spend a lot on a place just for sleeping.
Plus, you have such beauty within walking distance.
Show more