Singapore Hostels

Decent Capsule Hotel with Great Staff, But a bit noisy and issues for a Return Stay The Positives: * Warm Welcome: The first impression was pleasant. The female receptionist gave an excellent tour, and Izzudeen was highly attentive, greeting me and consistently checking on my room issues. * Convenient Location: Great spot within walking distance to Arab Street and 14 minutes from Bugis. It feels very safe for solo female travellers. * Thoughtful Amenities: Free toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, earplugs, slippers), shoe lockers, storage space under the bed, and a level 3 reception area with filtered water, coffee machine and a fridge. The Pod & Bathroom Setup: * Single Pod: Keycard-accessible with a desk and spare blanket. Be sure to request a bottom bunk to avoid stairs. * Bathroom Tips: Use the middle bathroom (the ones by the windows get very hot). Shampoo and body wash are provided, though the hand soap dispensers are hard to squeeze. Taps run on a short 3-second automatic timer. The Issues: * High Noise Levels: The open metal wiring on the ceiling means zero soundproofing. You can hear everything from neighbouring coughs and loud AC units to the nearby mosque prayers and automatic toilets flushing every few seconds. * Thin Walls: On my second day, I could clearly hear intimate noises between a man and a woman next door. Management couldn’t do much as the exact room was hard to identify. - On the third day, my pod door locked me out twice. First, it was because of a system reset and then the battery was dying. The staff used an item to open the door but it was still frustrating. No one else seem to have this issue. On my final day at 4 am the battery failed again. It was quite noisy and they finally tried replacing it at 4 am. I feel bad disturbing the neighbours and I also don’t understand why they didn’t change it yesterday afternoon instead of 4 am. Perhaps they weren’t aware or unable to. - *Update: It seems the physical door wasn’t working. They should have called yesterday to fix it. I have to leave my door open every time I go out so I’m glad I’m checking out today. Fortunately I’m in Singapore so hopefully no one will steal my belongings. * Plumbing & Odours: The toilets clog easily if too much paper is used, and the combo bathroom sink drains very slowly. There is also a persistent sewer smell both in the bathroom and right outside the hotel exit. * Minor Inconveniences: The lift broke down once (though fixed within an hour). Verdict: Overall, it is a decent capsule hotel with lovely, helpful staff who communicate promptly sometimes via WhatsApp. However, due to the plumbing issues, lock malfunctions, and extreme lack of noise privacy, I wouldn’t choose to stay here again. O

Had a very good stay. The accommodation is ideally located, making it easy to do everything on foot or by public transport. The room was clean, comfortable, and quiet. The staff were welcoming and always ready to help. I recommend this establishment for its excellent location and good value for money.

The hotel front desk staff were very welcoming, and there was even someone who spoke Chinese. The hotel was clean, and the location was excellent with plenty of good food options nearby – very convenient. The air conditioning was also nice and cool. There's even a restaurant and bar downstairs, so if you don't feel like going out, you can just eat there. All in all, it's very convenient!

Had an early morning flight, so I booked this capsule hotel for a few hours in Singapore. It's conveniently located near Kallang MRT, with plenty of food options nearby. The room was quite clean, and it offered great value for money. I'm satisfied and would recommend it! 👍

My impression of the stay was positive. The hostel looks well-maintained, it was clean in the room and common areas, which is especially important for this type of accommodation. The conditions were comfortable enough: you can calmly spend the night, rest, and use everything you need. The location and overall environment made the stay convenient and peaceful

As a Thai person, I found the accommodation clean. The staff at the front desk were good, and the air conditioning was cold. It's very convenient to get around; you can even walk to the Merlion for check-in.

This was my first experience staying in a hostel, and honestly, I probably won't be rushing to do it again – dorm living isn't really my thing. However, I have absolutely no complaints about THE ROOM BUGIS. Everything advertised in the description was accurate. Surprisingly, the bed was comfortable, though the pillow was a bit too small for me. I asked for another one and they provided it immediately, no questions asked. The bedding felt nice, and the duvet was soft and cozy, so I slept really well. The common area had a good vibe, with hot and warm water from a cooler, a microwave, toaster, fridge, various kitchen utensils, and free coffee. I especially want to highlight the convenient location: the metro is just 100 meters from the entrance, and it's a short walk to the big fountain, the observation wheel, the Indian and Arab quarters, and a stone's throw from the bay. Plus, there are plenty of cafes and 7/11s nearby. All in all, if circumstances ever force me to stay in a hostel again, I'd definitely choose THE ROOM BUGIS.

The place is great! The location is amaizing, it is close to a lot of tourist places. It was clean and the AC worked fine (could be a bit quieter). It is good for sleeping, since it is not noisy (it will depend on the other guests). The bed can be a bit noisy when moving.

The bunk beds were a bit wobbly, you could feel every movement. It's close to Chinatown, so it gets noisy at night. I'd recommend bringing earplugs and keeping the windows and doors closed. The bathroom and shower stall were quite small.

Just wrapped up a stay at D'Nova Hotel in Geylang, and honestly, it delivered more than I expected for a budget option. The bed was comfy, the aircon kept up with Singapore's heat, and there was a nice, welcoming vibe around the place. Location-wise, you're right in the middle of great local food and easy access to the rest of the city. Clean, practical, and solid value for money. Would book again without hesitation.