Still looking for ideas to use your S$100 SingapoRediscover Vouchers? How about going on a staycation in one of Singapore's most culturally vibrant districts? With a mix of heritage and art, alongside hole-in-the-wall bars, restaurants and independent boutiques, there are so many hidden gems in Kampong Glam. Here are our top picks of the most Instagrammable hotels under S$250 per night.
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The Sultan
We could all use a day or two of waking up in a beautiful colonial shophouse and sipping tea on a rooftop terrace. This four-star boutique hotel needs no introduction, it even has its own Singapore Stamp.
The Sultan is a collection of 10 beautifully restored colonial shophouses that have been around for 100 years. Located in historic Kampong Glam, where the area was originally home to Singapore's old Malay royalty, The Sultan is an ideal base for you to learn more about Singapore's Malay origins and culture, as well as the vibrant and gentrified streets of Haji Lane and Arab Street.
But if you got a sudden craving for Vietnamese coffee or desserts, there are excellent eateries in the neighbourhood.
Per night rate starts from S$131++, find out more here.
Places to check out nearby:
- Visit the Malay Heritage Centre
- Grab a coffee at Kyoto-based Arabica
- Enjoy Vietnamese fares at Mrs Pho
- Have some desserts at Windowsill Pies
Hotel YAN
Hotel YAN is possibly Singapore's very first industrial-chic boutique hotel. Strategically located between two culturally vibrant neighbourhoods Kampong Glam and Little India, Hotel YAN stands out with its modern industrial-chic ambient for urban dwellers and suburbanites alike. Its design philosophy is actually a tribute to the area's heritage as a warehouse and industrial district. Hotel YAN offers a variety of rooms to suit your needs and budget, including a loft-style bedroom which we think is pretty cool for couples. As for the most Instagrammable room, we'd say take the Deluxe Double with Balcony View.
Per night rate starts from S$125++, find out more here.
Places to check out nearby:
- Explore and snap away at the Little India Art Walk
- Enjoy artisanal coffee and brunch at Chye Seng Huat Coffee Bar
- Feast on seafood at Scaled by Ah Hua Kelong
Hotel G
Hotel G is a boutique-inspired accommodation that's located right in the heart of Singapore's arts and culture district. The hotel also houses two famed restaurant concepts, Ginett Restaurant & Wine Bar, and 25 Degrees Burgers & Liquor Bar. Whether you're looking at getting your culture fix or idulging in an evening of food and fine wine, there's always plenty to do and explore in the vicinity.
Hotel G is also known for its bohemian-chic rooms that are perfect for the 'gram. Each room also comes with free-to-download newspapers, magazines and upscale toiletries. So get your outfits and camera ready for a glamourous night at Hotel G.
Per night rate starts from S$158++, find out more here.
Places to check out nearby:
- Get your culture fix at the National Museum of Singapore
- Catch a movie at The Cathay
- Indulge in fine French wines at Ginett Restaurant & Wine Bar
HXY Hotel Bugis by Asanda Hotels and Resorts
Pack your bags (don't forget your swimsuit!) for a stylish staycation at XY Hotel Bugis by Asanda Hotels and Resorts. This compact yet chic boutique is made for the 'gram, featuring a swimming pool with a see-through glass floor, artistically themed rooms, and fancy ambient lightings. Situated in the heart of Kampong Glam, XY Hotel Bugis is surrounded by many eateries and shopping options, most of which are 5 to 10 minutes' walk away.
Per night rate starts from S$126++, find out more here.
Places to check out nearby:
- Start the day with a breakfast at African Themed Kafe Utu
- Try handmade pasta at Tipo Pasta Bar
- Enjoy a nightcap at Ah Sam Cold Drink Stall
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