If you haven’t heard, every Singaporean aged 18 and above will be receiving $100 tourism vouchers this December and these vouchers can be used on accommodation, attractions, dining, shopping and tours!
You can redeem your SingapoRediscovers Vouchers from 1 December 2020 onwards and you can use it to book accommodations, attractions, experiences and tours on these five authorised platforms:
• Changi Recommends
• Klook
• GlobalTix
• Traveloka
• Trip.com
Wondering what to do with your $100 SingapoRediscover Vouchers? How about going on a staycation in one of Singapore’s culturally vibrant districts? But of course, we’ve not forgotten the foodies, we’ve included delicious grub to check out nearby. Sometimes, being a tourist in your own hometown can be a rewarding adventure, you’ll find yourself learning more about the history of the place you call ‘home’, and be open to seeing different facets of Singapore apart from her poster child Marina Bay Sands.
Here are our top picks of charming hotels under SGD$250 per night in Kampong Glam.
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1. The Sultan
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We could all use a day or two of waking up in a beautiful colonial shophouse and sipping tea on the 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.
Places to check out nearby: Visit Malay Heritage Centre Grab a coffee at Kyoto-based Arabica Enjoy Vietnamese fares at Mrs Pho Have some desserts at Windowsill Pies
2. Hotel YAN
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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 compact for one to two pax. As for the most instagrammable room, we’d say take the Deluxe Double with Balcony View.
Places to check out nearby: Explore and snap away at Little India Art Walk Enjoy artisanal coffee and brunch at Chye Seng Huat Coffee Bar Feast on seafood at Scaled by Ah Hua Kelong
3. Hotel G
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Hotel G is a boutique-inspired accommodation that’s located right in the heart of Singapore’s arts and culture district. The hotel also housed two famed restaurant concepts, Ginett Restaurant & Wine Bar, and 25 Degrees Burgers & Liquor Bar. Whether you’re looking at getting your culture fix or indulge 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.
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
4. XY Hotel Bugis by Asanda Hotels and Resorts
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Pack your bags and 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 excellent eateries and shopping options, most of which are 5 to 10 minutes’ walk away.
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
Disclaimer: All nightly rates mentioned in this article are based on bookings made before 22 December 2020. The deals are subjected to change according to the dates and availability of the hotel room.
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