Practical, competitively priced hotel near Little India
Easy walking distance to restaurants, shops, and MRT
Appealing, mosaic-tiled outdoor pool and small gym
Convenience store and cafe connected to the hotel
Tidy, modern rooms with large windows, SMART TVs, and kettles
Mobile phones for use during stay with free internet
Cafe offers daily breakfast buffet and room service (extra fee)
Free parking and free Wi-Fi throughout
Limited common spaces; small gym and pool
Rooms are tiny -- even for Singapore
Interiors, while pleasant, lack any memorable decor
Entry-level rooms lack mini-fridges
Breakfast may cost an extra fee
Compact and competitively priced, the Parc Sovereign Hotel - Albert St. is a straightforward establishment that's clean and comfortable, if not extraordinary. The mid-range hotel has 172 rooms, which start at a mere 150 square feet for two, but include up-to-date amenities like mobile phones, electric kettles, and SMART TVs, though there are no mini-fridges in entry-level rooms. A convenience store and cafe are connected to the hotel -- the latter doles out room service and daily breakfast buffet. The hotel also has a tiny gym and a narrow outdoor pool. But location could be this property's biggest selling point: It's in walking distance to shops, restaurants, Little India, and two MRT stations. For something a little more stylish, consider the nearby Daulat Hotel, though it tends to be pricier.
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Scene
Comfortable but compact hotel drawing travelers with affordable rates
Set in a modern, unassuming 10-story building, The Parc Sovereign Hotel - Albert St. doesn't make much of an impression, and that doesn't change with its interiors. The narrow lobby sports a few faux baroque furnishings -- gently distressed, velvety chairs and couches with button-tufted backs -- though nothing else in the hotel particularly speaks to this theme and this area functions more as a check-in spot than a lounge. Throughout, a clean-lined, basic look of white walls and beige tiled floors keep things tasteful, but staid. During our visit, we saw a few bus loads of tourists checking in. It's ideal for this crowd, as it's a practical choice with competitive rates and a location convenient to Singapore attractions.
Location
In quiet area close to Little India, an easy walk to public transit and shops
Aside from rates, location is a big reason travelers book the Parc Sovereign. Shops, restaurants, public transit, and Little India are all walkable from its front door. The side road it's situated on is fairly quiet, with a residential apartment building across the street, though bars, cafes, and shopping malls are close, including a big electronic's shopping center (SimLim Square) just a two-minute walk from the hotel. The closest subway station, Rochor MRT, is just a three-minute walk, while the Little India station is a seven-minute walk. Using public transit, guests can get to most city attractions in 20 minutes or less. - Seven-minute walk to Bugis Street
Rooms
Small, tidy rooms with mobile phones, SMART TVs, and electric kettles
With white walls, wood laminate furnishings, and plain tiled floors, rooms are austere but clean-lined and modern. While they're sorely missing artwork or decor offering a hit of color, textured brown accent walls do add a touch of visual interest. Rooms are surprisingly small -- even for space-conscious Singapore -- starting at just 150 square feet for entry-level double rooms, and topping out at 172 square feet for the largest Superior Family Room. Thankfully, massive windows let in plenty of natural light helping the spaces feel light and airy. Bathrooms, like the rooms, are compact and basic, with beige walls and showers covered with shower curtains. But here, too, spaces are streamlined and contemporary.All rooms are decked out with up-to-date amenities including SMART TVs, free Wi-Fi, and mobile phones for guests to use during the length of stay, which include free internet and free calls to some countries. Safes, coffee/tea service (with electric kettles), and free bottled water add in a few more helpful extras. Bathrooms have slippers, free individual toiletries, and hairdryers. Guests can choose rooms with one queen or two twin beds. Upgraded rooms don't add much space, but everything above the entry-level Superior Room comes equipped with mini-fridges.
Features
Connected cafe, small outdoor pool, and small gym
Given its size, the hotel packs most of its extra property features into small spaces. There's a 7/11 convenience store connected to the hotel, as well as a small cafe where the daily breakfast is served. Breakfast, which may more may not be included in the room rate depending on your booking, consists of a serviceable buffet spread with mostly Indian options but also standards like eggs, fruit, and cereal. The cafe is open throughout the day, and also provides room service to the hotel. The Sovereign's narrow, mosaic-tiled pool is certainly on the small side, and it's location, tucked right next to the hotel's property wall, isn't particularly scenic. But it is clean, pleasant, and ideally shaped for swimming laps. Behind the pool, there's also a small playground area for kids, though this mostly just consists of a slide. The hotel also has a compact gym with just a few pieces of equipment, including a treadmill and elliptical.The front desk is open 24 hours and guest find the staff helpful. Some concierge services are offered, and the hotel can arrange laundry service. Parking is free, as is Wi-Fi.
