CODE HOSTEL AT KAMPONG GLAM, Singapore

The hostel sits on a dedicated bus lane with a stop directly outside, providing quick connections across Singapore including direct routes to the airport and city centre. Bugis MRT station is about a 10-minute walk away, and Little India and Arab Street are within a few minutes on foot. The surrounding streets are filled with cafés, halal restaurants, and historic shophouses. A 24-hour 7-Eleven is next door, and the property is close to three mosques. The area is lively and well-lit, with a quiet street feel at the actual hostel entrance. Grab drivers easily find the hotel thanks to a clear pick-up/drop-off point.

Family rooms include a double bed on a high mezzanine level accessible by a steep ladder - not recommended for young children or guests with mobility concerns. Twin rooms offer two single beds with a private shower and bidet. Dormitories are spacious with comfortable mattresses, warm duvets, and individual bed curtains that block light well. Noise from thin walls and plumbing can carry from neighbouring rooms; the exit sign emits a bright light that may disturb sleep. Some rooms lack windows. Power sockets are available but may require an adapter, and some sockets in dorms are positioned high. Luggage storage is provided in a separate locked area, as rooms have minimal space for suitcases. Housekeeping changes bed linen between stays. A hairdryer is available.

Breakfast is self-serve and simple: white bread with jam and peanut butter, plus instant coffee and tea, available each morning. For those requiring a heartier start, a wide range of restaurants is within a 0.5 km walk - eight eateries serving halal Chinese, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Japanese, Italian, and local Malay cuisine. The shared kitchen is equipped with a microwave, toaster, refrigerator, and tea/coffee-making facilities, though it lacks a stove and cooking oil. Water, coffee, and tea are available free of charge 24 hours a day.

Wi-Fi is free and generally reliable in common areas, though signal strength can be weak inside some rooms. Luggage storage is offered free before check-in and after checkout, with a separate locked room for suitcases. Laundry costs approximately SGD 10 for a wash-and-dry cycle. The shared lounge area has plastic seating and no air conditioning. Daily housekeeping is free, but staff may enter rooms even if the guest has declined service - coordinating cleaning times in advance is advisable. The reception provides a concierge service, invoice issuance, and express check-in/check-out. CCTV, smoke alarms, and 24-hour security are in place. No shampoo or body wash is provided in the shared showers.

Guests looking for recreation can find an ice-skating rink and boating options within a short distance of the hostel. These activities offer a break from city exploration. The hostel itself does not include a pool, spa, gym, or sauna. The shared lounge and TV area on-site provides a relaxed space for socialising with other travellers.