5 Best Hotels in Singapore (Updated 2024)

Published: March 15, 2024 | March 15, 2024

Singapore It’s one of my favorite cities in the world. With its iconic futuristic skyscraper skyline and lush green spaces, it is one of the best food hubs in the region. The markets here are filled with cheap hawker stalls, some of which offer some of the most affordable Michelin-starred cuisine in the world.

But Singapore is expensive. It’s easy to go over budget here. While you can get cheap meals, accommodation will eat into your budget.

I have stayed in countless hotels in Singapore over the years, so today I would like to share the best hotels in Singapore:

1. Scarlet

This award-winning four-star hotel is located in Chinatown, my favorite part of the city. It’s a mix of restored 19th-century shophouses and 1920s Art Deco buildings (you can’t miss its distinctive red facade). The interiors are bright and bold, with rich colors and plush furnishings. The hotel also has a rooftop restaurant and bar, an outdoor hot tub, a gym, and a French patisserie where you can enjoy fresh pastries in the morning.

Stylish rooms are individually designed with edgy touches such as colorful velvet lounge chairs and unique headboards. The bathrooms are spacious, the beds are comfortable, and you can even choose your pillow from a custom pillow menu. All rooms feature flat-screen TVs, work desks, free minibars, plush bathrobes and tea/coffee making facilities. If you want a more mid-range option in Chinatown, stay here.

2.KINN Capsule Hotel

Capsule hotels are something you have to experience at least once in Asia. Think of them as an elevated hotel. KINN is one of the few capsule hotels in the docklands. The hotel is minimalist in design, everything is super clean, and you get a small free breakfast (sandwiches and fruit) in the morning. There is also a pantry with free snacks, coffee, and tea, a shared lounge, laundry facilities, and a rooftop terrace with beautiful views. I especially liked that guests can attend free fitness classes at a nearby gym and get discounts at a coworking space a few blocks away.

Capsules are equipped with air conditioning, comfortable bedding, foldable shelves and mirrors, integrated lighting, blackout privacy blinds and power sockets. You can also use personal lockers to protect your belongings. The shared bathroom has a large shower with good water pressure. There are also free toiletries. If you want something more private than a capsule room, you can choose to stay in a private room with an ensuite bathroom. This is a great option if you want to save money but don’t want to stay in a hotel.

3. Royal Park Collection Hotel, Pickering

Due to its focus on sustainability, this luxury five-star hotel has been featured in numerous international publications. They collect rainwater, have solar panels for generating electricity, and use green roofs to minimize heat gain and grow produce. There are beautiful gardens and lush green walls everywhere. On the scenic garden skywalk you can take free classes (yoga, meditation, Zumba). There is also an outdoor swimming pool, gym and several restaurants. Although the breakfast buffet is not included, it is excellent and has a lot of variety. The hotel is also next to a metro station.

Rooms here are spacious and feature modern design with light wood paneling, neutral colors and large windows. All rooms feature a spacious work desk, ergonomic chair, flat-screen TV, minibar, plush bathrobes and bedside tables with universal power outlets. The bathroom was also large, with a stand-up shower with excellent water pressure and a deep soaking tub. There’s even a separate faucet for filtered drinking water, which I thought was a nice touch. Stay here for a unique and luxurious stay in the heart of Chinatown.

4. Saint Grand Hotel

This 3-star hotel is located on East Coast Road, not far from the Joo Chiat area, which has many street art, independent shops and cafes. Rooms are compact and simple, but come with a free minibar, flat-screen TV and desk. Bathrooms are spacious with bidets and walk-in showers or shower/tub combinations. There are a variety of room types to choose from, some even featuring balconies or skylights.

The hotel has a beautiful infinity pool and a rooftop terrace with great views, as well as its own restaurant and bar. There is no breakfast available on site, but there are plenty of places nearby. This is an excellent choice if you want a simple stay in a secluded part of the city.

5. York Hotel

This four-star hotel is located near Orchard Road, known for its numerous shops and shopping malls spread from end to end. The York Hotel features a large outdoor pool, fitness center and a restaurant that serves a generous breakfast buffet daily (there’s even an omelet station).

The room and bathroom are a bit dated, but quite spacious, which is rare in a compact city like Singapore. Rooms feature minibars, coffee/tea makers, armchairs, desks and plush bathrobes and slippers. While this hotel isn’t anything groundbreaking, most hotels in the area are quite expensive. I think you get a great value experience here. This is a great option for those who want to live in a central location at a reasonable price.

Singapore It’s a charming city. I always enjoy coming here. While the city can be expensive, whether you want to stay on a budget or splurge on a luxurious stay, a stay at one of the hotels listed above will be worth it.