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Hotel 81 - Balestier

2.0 star property

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, a telephone, a coffee maker, and a framed picture on the wall.
Exterior
A showerhead with water flowing from it.
A reception area with a reception desk, a bench, framed certificates, and clocks on the wall.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a toilet. There are towels hanging on a rack and a soap dispenser on the wall.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

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226 Balestier Road, Singapore, 329688
  • Place, Velocity at Novena Square
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, City Square Mall
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Mustafa Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Singapore (SIN-Changi)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, a telephone, a coffee maker, and a framed picture on the wall.

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Queen

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Singapore

At Hotel 81 - Balestier you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Bugis Street Shopping District and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Orchard Road. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. Plus you'll find luggage storage, a television in a common area and a lift. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Novena hotel include Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands Skypark.

What's nearby

  • Aloft Singapore Novena - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Velocity at Novena Square - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • City Square Mall - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • United Square Mall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mustafa Centre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Farrer Park Station - 15 min walk
  • Kempas Baru Station - 32 min drive
  • Changi Airport (SIN) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whampoa Soya Bean & Grass Jelly Drink - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sing Hon Loong Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hotel 81 Balestier - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪QQ Cats And Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪威荣茶室 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel 81 - Balestier

Hotel 81 - Balestier offers its guests express check-out, a television in common area, and a lift. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Singapore hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2005
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Hotel 81 - Balestier offers 53 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel 81 - Balestier

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

81 Balestier
81 Hotel
81 Hotel Balestier
Balestier 81
Balestier Hotel 81
Hotel 81
Hotel 81 Balestier
Hotel 81 Balestier Singapore
81 Balestier Singapore

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel 81 - Balestier?

Hotel 81 - Balestier offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel 81 - Balestier?

As of 27 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel 81 - Balestier on 17 Aug 2026 start from NZ$92, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel 81 - Balestier?

The closest beach to Hotel 81 - Balestier is Siloso Beach (8.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel 81 - Balestier?

No, Hotel 81 - Balestier does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel 81 - Balestier?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel 81 - Balestier?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel 81 - Balestier Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 99 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay. Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Nolan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
terrible rooms no hot water how did i pay 100$ a night
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pratik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay for budget traveller ! Reception desk is helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are really helpful and friendly. I recommend it very much if you are looking for a hotel in Singapore
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

YEON UNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room size is small in an old building, but it is close to the city, so it is good to access various tourist attractions. A convenience store and a 24-hour restaurant are right next door, and the hawker center is also nearby, so it's good for a meal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keng Jiam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and comfortable.

Very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Carlwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the spacing of the room and bathroom. However the shower went colder from warm .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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4/10 Poor

MADOKA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too cold and when I stop aircon heavy condensation in the room. It was uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No no and no

One of the worst hotels I’ve stayed in for a long time. Hotel cleanliness is non existent. Room and bathroom in particular was dirty - hair on the wall in the drains and in the sink. Very bad cleanliness. Small room. Damp smell. For the price that they charge there are much better options in this area. Don’t waste your money. This hotel needs and update asap. Value hotel better option after I changed to stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Poor service

Pretty sure the person sold our room to someone else despite it already being paid for as we checked in late around midnigjt, ended up having to wait half an hour for another room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Gerrit Jan

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an old and not very well updated hotel. Not possible to adjust the aircon temperature in the room: call reception every time you put the key in the holder, and they will change the default temp which is too cold. Woke up several times during the night due to the cold - the selected higher temperature on the room thermostat had no effect, which I only learned the next morning. No extra blanket. No fridge in the room, the shower has no curtain so all of the toilet/wash basin/bathroom gets soaked. Window cannot open for fresh air. Noisy guests. Best to avoid the place if you can.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

emy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le personnel est super gentil, la chambre est confortable et propre
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Hervé

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dans la zone des hôtels en rapport qualité prix correct vu les prix pratiqués à Singapour. Si vous prenez la chaîne d'hôtels 81, favoriser toujours les "standarts hôtels 81 premier" et mieux encore avec chambre deluxe. Restaurants partout. Metro à 15 minutes à pied
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

daddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Le séjour était excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Reception Staffs

Very efficient, courteous and professional Reception Counter Staffs.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

DIRTY WORN OUT HOTEL❗❗

Worn Out, Dusty room all over, hard mattress & too soft pillows. I feel it's time the Management does something in improving guests comfort. Upkeep of rooms is getting worst
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice and easy

Place is nice and close to CBD. Very accessible and close to eateries. I would recommend the place for short staycation.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LEILEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location

Small hotel, stay there a night while waiting for my arrival PCR test result. Near amenities especially lots of eateries around
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Lakshan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

100% unsatisfied

The most terrible ever stay in my life. Room was fully un-tidy and smelled really bad. Especially the bed. It wasn’t re arranged properly and the bedsheets haven’t renewed after previous customer left out. Washroom was really wet and and not cleaned. Towels were also wet I guess they provided the same towels from previous customer. It was provided with only one water bottle for queen size double bed room. 100% unsatisfied.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Bed is hard and bedsheet not fasten
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

HUA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Substandard accommodation with cigarette smell in the rooms which can be a trouble. The hotel definitely has a shady set of customers dropping by which makes it very awkward for the family members.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

SIA SIN

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Air cond too cold cannot adjust, the blanket should change~ Blanket should be more thick~
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

heejin

Disliked: Cleanliness

조금 아쉬워요

10살 남아와 이틀 있다왔어요,좁지만 있을건 다 있어서 괜찮은데 냄새냄새가 베었어요. 로비는 담배냄새가 더 심해요.그나마 방이 낫긴하지만~그것만 아니면 가성비굿굿!!!교통편 진짜 짱
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Basic

Basic room for a night’s stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018