The 8 Best Budget Hotels in Singapore (2026)

Updated November 2026 · 8 picks

The best budget hotels in Singapore in 2026 are ibis Singapore on Bencoolen for a central chain stay, ibis budget Singapore Selegie for a rooftop pool near Little India MRT and Hotel Boss near Lavender MRT. The Pod capsule hotel is the cheapest base, and Harbour Ville and Hotel NuVe suit couples.

Singapore is expensive, but there are decent beds under about S$150 a night if you accept small rooms. Budget hotels here typically have rooms of 11 to 20 sqm, and some have no window. Rates are usually quoted before 10% service charge and 9% GST, and they jump during the Formula 1 weekend and big conventions, so book early for those dates. For a stay with more character, see our best boutique hotels, and for the main picks, our best hotels guide, which includes YOTEL and lyf Funan.

1. ibis Singapore on Bencoolen — Bugis

A big, central chain hotel with a buffet breakfast, a restaurant and a bar.

$$ Mid-rangeBest for Central location · Families

Accor's listing for ibis Singapore on Bencoolen shows 534 rooms of about 18 sqm, in Superior Queen, Twin, Triple and Family types, with a restaurant, bar and gym on site. A buffet breakfast is served from 6am to 10am.

The hotel is on Bencoolen Street, about an 8-minute walk from Bugis MRT. It is near the National Museum of Singapore and the Bras Basah arts district, and Marina Bay is a short MRT ride away.

Good to know: Choose a Triple or Family room if you are three or four people.

170 Bencoolen Street, Singapore 189657

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2. ibis budget Singapore Selegie — Little India

A no-frills hotel two minutes from Little India MRT, with a rooftop pool.

$ BudgetBest for Pool on a budget · Solo travellers

Accor lists ibis budget Singapore Selegie as a 2-star hotel with seven room types, from Cabin rooms of about 11 sqm to Superior rooms. It has a rooftop swimming pool and Chillout Bistro, which serves an all-day menu.

Little India MRT is about two minutes away on foot, and Mustafa Centre and Serangoon Road's food stalls are close by. The property is non-smoking and wheelchair accessible, with a minimum check-in age of 18.

Good to know: Cabin rooms are the smallest. Choose Standard or Superior if you want space for luggage.

183 Selegie Road, Singapore 188329

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3. Hotel Boss — Lavender, Kampong Glam

A large budget hotel with a pool, a gym and balcony rooms, a short walk from Lavender MRT.

$$ Mid-rangeBest for Groups · Families

Hotel Boss's website lists room types from Standard Queen to Family with a balcony, between 14 and 19 sqm, with most sleeping two, the Triple sleeping three and the Family room four. Facilities include a gym, a swimming pool and restaurants.

The pool is for guests only, open from 7am to 9pm with no lifeguard. Lavender MRT (Exit B) is a short walk away. Early check-in costs S$30 and late check-out S$20 an hour, both subject to availability.

Good to know: Direct bookings are said to carry a best-rate guarantee, and WWH Privileges members get up to 10% off.

500 Jalan Sultan, Singapore 199020

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4. Value Hotel Balestier — Balestier

A simple, low-cost hotel on Balestier Road, in a neighbourhood of local restaurants.

$ BudgetBest for Tight budgets · Food-focused stays

Value Hotel Balestier is one of two Value Hotels in Singapore, part of the same group as Hotel Boss and Hotel 81. The site lists Standard and Superior Queen and Twin rooms, a Deluxe Queen and a Triple, all for two or three adults.

Children under six stay free without extra bedding, and baby cots are not available. Early check-in costs S$30 and late check-out S$20 an hour.

Good to know: Locals need a valid physical ID and must be 18 or older to check in.

218 Balestier Road, Singapore 329684

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5. Harbour Ville Hotel — Kampong Bahru, Chinatown

A budget boutique hotel between HarbourFront and Chinatown, handy for Sentosa.

$$ Mid-rangeBest for Sentosa trips · Couples

Harbour Ville's website describes 100 air-conditioned rooms with large windows, free Wi-Fi and a daily-refilled tea and coffee station. It is on Kampong Bahru Road, near HarbourFront and Chinatown MRT, and about five minutes by car from Chinatown and the CBD.

The hotel is a convenient base for Sentosa and Universal Studios Singapore and links to a Sentosa attraction pass promotion. It also advertises early-bird, monthly and hourly rates. A February 2025 TheSmartLocal roundup listed standard queens from about S$92.

Good to know: It sits between two MRT stations, so check the walk before booking if you will not take taxis.

512 Kampong Bahru Road, Singapore 099448

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6. The Pod Boutique Capsule Hotel — Beach Road, Kampong Glam

More than 100 capsules and suites near Haji Lane, with female-only floors.

$ BudgetBest for Solo travellers · Short stays

The Pod's website says it offers over 100 capsules and suites on Level 3 of 289 Beach Road, on the edge of the central business district and near Haji Lane. Pods come in mixed, male-only and female-only shared rooms, with a ladies-only floor.

Each guest has an individual rain-shower bathroom unit inside the shared washrooms, and coffee and tea are free all day. There are self check-in kiosks, a paid laundromat and business pods. The Best Rate Flexible offer starts from S$50 before taxes.

Good to know: Pick a Queen Pod if you are travelling as a couple, and book a female-only pod on the ladies-only floor if you want that.

289 Beach Road, Level 3, Singapore 199552

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7. Hotel NuVe Bugis — Bugis, Kampong Glam

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

$$ Mid-rangeBest for Couples · Design lovers

Hotel NuVe Bugis lists Basic, Classic, Enchanted, Family, Share and Single rooms. Each stay comes with a welcome minibar, in-room games and free Wi-Fi, and the hotel adds a complimentary travel eSIM, subject to availability.

It is about a five-minute walk from Bugis MRT, with Sultan Mosque, Haji Lane and Arab Street close by. A February 2025 TheSmartLocal roundup listed rooms from about S$105 for a single and S$119 for a NuVe Basic, but prices have likely changed.

Good to know: Direct bookings promise a best-rate guarantee and discounts for stays of seven nights or more.

9 Jalan Pinang, Singapore 199141

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8. Hotel Clover The Arts — South Bridge Road, Chinatown

An art-led budget stay on South Bridge Road with rooftop views and rooms with local artwork.

$ BudgetBest for Art lovers · Couples

Hotel Clover The Arts is an art-themed hotel with artwork by independent artists and art students throughout. Its own site advertises last-minute deals of up to 15% off, and a February 2025 TheSmartLocal roundup listed single rooms from about S$134 a night.

It is on the edge of Chinatown, a short walk from Clarke Quay and the Singapore River. Rooms are small, and the roundup described a rooftop terrace with city views.

Good to know: Ask for a room with a window, as some are interior rooms.

58 South Bridge Road, Singapore 058689

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest way to stay in Singapore?

A capsule hotel is usually cheapest. The Pod on Beach Road advertises a flexible rate from S$50 before taxes, with mixed, male-only and female-only pods. Budget hotels such as ibis budget Singapore Selegie, Hotel Boss and Value Hotel Balestier cost more than a capsule, but give you a private room.

How much is a budget hotel in Singapore per night?

Expect roughly S$90 to S$180 a night for a private room at the hotels in this guide, depending on the date. A February 2025 TheSmartLocal roundup listed Harbour Ville from about S$92 and Hotel NuVe Bugis from about S$105 to S$119. Prices change daily and exclude service charge and GST, so check each hotel's own site.

Which area is best for a cheap hotel in Singapore?

Bugis, Little India and Lavender combine lower prices with MRT access. ibis Bencoolen is about an 8-minute walk from Bugis MRT, ibis budget Selegie is about 2 minutes from Little India MRT and Hotel Boss is near Lavender MRT. Harbour Ville is the pick if you plan to spend your time on Sentosa.

Are there budget hotels with a swimming pool in Singapore?

Yes. ibis budget Singapore Selegie lists a rooftop swimming pool, and Hotel Boss lists a swimming pool for guests, open from 7am to 9pm with no lifeguard on duty. Check the hotel before booking if the pool matters.

Do budget hotels in Singapore include breakfast?

Some do, many do not. ibis Singapore on Bencoolen serves a buffet breakfast from 6am to 10am, and ibis budget Selegie lists breakfast as an on-site service. Hotel Boss, Value Hotel and Harbour Ville do not list breakfast on their pages, so check the room rate.

1. ibis Singapore on Bencoolen — Bugis

2. ibis budget Singapore Selegie — Little India

3. Hotel Boss — Lavender, Kampong Glam

4. Value Hotel Balestier — Balestier

5. Harbour Ville Hotel — Kampong Bahru, Chinatown

6. The Pod Boutique Capsule Hotel — Beach Road, Kampong Glam

7. Hotel NuVe Bugis — Bugis, Kampong Glam

8. Hotel Clover The Arts — South Bridge Road, Chinatown

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