Accommodation Options in Singapore

In a tourism hub like Singapore, there is no lack of accommodation options. From affordable backpacker hostels to luxurious penthouse suites, there’s something for every budget.  You are probably no stranger to planning holidays, so we shan’t bore you with what you already know. We’re sure you have gone through bargain sites, review platforms and travel guides. Here are some Singapore-centric tips we hope you can put to good use!

Hotels in Singapore offer promotions from time to time, so you might be lucky enough to get a good deal if the timing is right. Here’s a range of rates you can usually expect to pay (per night) for the various accommodation options available:

• Shared dormitories in a hostel – From S$20 per bed to S$300 for an entire 12-bed dorm
• Budget hotel – From S$80 to S$250 per room
• Business hotel – From S$250 to S$500 per room
• Luxury hotel – From S$500 per room
• Boutique hotel – From S$200 to S$400 per room
• Serviced apartment – From S$250 per room (Do note that serviced apartments usually require a minimum stay period of two to seven days)

Singapore is known for its well-connected transport system, and you can pretty much get to anywhere you want via public transport with ease. If you’re planning a free & easy trip, it’s best to choose a hotel as close to the MRT station as possible for easy commute.

For the transit traveller

Singapore’s airport is one of the best in the world, and transit travellers can enjoy plenty of facilities and services while waiting for the connecting flight. However, if you prefer a private place to rest without having to immigration, you can book a room at the Ambassador Transit Hotel. Rates start at S$47 and are based on a minimum of one six-hour block, and can be extended on a per-hour basis. Travellers are advised to make their reservations one to two weeks in advance.

For the spontaneous traveller

If you’re a fan of bargain sites like Hotwire and Latestays which offer unsold travel inventory at discounted prices, you’re probably used to bagging great bargains at the last minute. Caught in a situation where you have to take last-minute booking to a whole new level? No problem. You’ll be able to find a place as soon as you touch down. The Singapore Hotel Association’s Hotel Reservation Counters at Changi Airport offer 24-hour complimentary assistance with hotel reservations.

Point to note

While looking online for affordable accommodation in Singapore, you may come across cheap short-term rental of residential housing. Do note that due to security concerns, it is against regulations for homeowners to rent their flats or rooms out to tourists. Although tenants bear no legal penalties, this is a good point to note. After all, who needs unnecessary inconvenience while on holiday?