The 6 Best Hotels in Kampong Glam (2026)

Updated November 2026 · 6 picks

The best hotels in Kampong Glam and Bugis in 2026 are The Sultan for a boutique stay in restored shophouses, Andaz Singapore for a stylish tower with the Mr Stork rooftop bar, PARKROYAL on Beach Road for mid-range comfort, Hotel NuVe Bugis and Hotel Boss for value, and The Pod for capsule beds.

Kampong Glam, the historic Malay and Arab quarter around the Sultan Mosque, and neighbouring Bugis make a lively, central base: Haji Lane and Arab Street are on the doorstep, Bugis MRT is on two lines, and the Civic District and Marina Bay are a short ride away. Hotels here are mostly mid-range and boutique, with good value for central Singapore. For where to eat, see our Kampong Glam restaurants guide.

1. The Sultan — Kampong Glam

Sixty-one individually styled rooms in restored shophouses.

$$$ UpmarketBest for Couples

The Sultan has 61 rooms in a row of restored early-1900s shophouses, including the former Al-Ahmadiah Press Building, on Jalan Sultan a short walk from the Sultan Mosque. Each room is different, and the two-storey Sultan Loft is the standout.

It suits couples who want heritage character in the heart of the neighbourhood.

Good to know: Rooms differ a lot between buildings; check the photos before booking.

101 Jalan Sultan, Singapore 199002

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2. Andaz Singapore — Bugis

A stylish tower above Kampong Glam, with the Mr Stork rooftop bar.

$$$ UpmarketBest for Couples · Business

Andaz Singapore occupies the upper floors of the Duo towers on Fraser Street, with playful, design-led rooms, a pool and restaurants inspired by the neighbourhood's shophouses. Mr Stork, its rooftop garden bar on Level 39, has wide sunset views.

It is the most stylish full-service hotel in the area, a few minutes from Bugis MRT.

Good to know: Have a sunset drink at Mr Stork even if you stay elsewhere.

5 Fraser St, Singapore 189354

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3. PARKROYAL on Beach Road — Beach Road

A comfortable mid-range hotel with a pool, a short walk from Haji Lane.

$$ Mid-rangeBest for Families · Business

PARKROYAL on Beach Road is a dependable mid-range hotel with a pool, a spa and well-known restaurants, including its Ginger buffet, a few minutes' walk from Kampong Glam and Nicoll Highway MRT.

It suits families and business travellers who want facilities at a sensible price.

Good to know: Ask for a high floor facing the city.

7500 Beach Rd, Singapore 199591

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4. Hotel NuVe Bugis — Arab Street

A small design hotel in the Arab Street area, five minutes from Bugis MRT.

$$ Mid-rangeBest for Budget · Couples

Hotel NuVe Bugis is a compact design hotel on Jalan Pinang with themed room types, a welcome minibar, in-room games and free Wi-Fi, about five minutes' walk from Bugis MRT.

It suits couples and solo travellers who want a cheerful, central budget base.

Good to know: Direct bookings offer discounts for stays of a week or more.

9 Jalan Pinang, Singapore 199141

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5. Hotel Boss — Lavender

A large budget hotel with a pool and gym near Lavender MRT.

$$ Mid-rangeBest for Budget · Families

Hotel Boss is a big budget hotel on Jalan Sultan with compact rooms from 14 to 19 square metres, a pool, a gym and restaurants, a short walk from Lavender MRT and Kampong Glam.

It is one of the best-value hotels with a pool in central Singapore.

Good to know: Book a family room with a balcony if you are travelling with children.

500 Jalan Sultan, Singapore 199020

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6. The Pod Boutique Capsule Hotel — Beach Road

More than 100 capsules and suites near Haji Lane, with a ladies-only floor.

$ BudgetBest for Budget

The Pod offers over 100 capsules and suites on Level 3 of 289 Beach Road, in mixed, male-only and female-only rooms, with a ladies-only floor, pods with desks and privacy blinds, and free coffee.

It is the cheapest good sleep in Kampong Glam.

Good to know: Pick a Queen Pod if you are travelling as a couple.

289 Beach Rd, Level 3, Singapore 199552

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kampong Glam a good area to stay in Singapore?

Yes. It is central and atmospheric, with the Sultan Mosque, Haji Lane and some of the city's best Malay, Indonesian and Middle Eastern food, and Bugis MRT nearby. It is livelier at night than Orchard Road but quieter than Clarke Quay.

What is the best hotel in Kampong Glam?

The Sultan, in restored early-1900s shophouses, is the best boutique choice, and Andaz Singapore in the Duo towers is the most stylish full-service hotel, with its Mr Stork rooftop bar.

What are the cheapest places to stay near Bugis?

The Pod Boutique Capsule Hotel on Beach Road for capsule beds, and Hotel Boss and Hotel NuVe Bugis for budget private rooms.

Which Kampong Glam hotel has a pool?

Andaz Singapore, PARKROYAL on Beach Road and Hotel Boss have pools; The Sultan and Hotel NuVe Bugis, in heritage buildings, do not.

How far is Kampong Glam from Marina Bay?

About ten minutes by MRT or taxi, or a 25-minute walk through the Civic District.