Best Kid-Friendly Hotels in Rochor, Singapore

The three-pearl Ibis Singapore on Bencoolen is a clean, budget-friendly choice for business and tourist travelers who want to be in a central location near a major metro stop. Its 538 rooms are smallish, but have city views. There's an on-site tapas-style restaurant and a 24-hour bar, and there are plenty of restaurants within walking distance. The hotel also provides stylish bamboo loaner bikes, bamboo umbrellas, and public transportation cards. Travelers may want to compare rates and amenities at Singapore's Ibis Novena. 

The prime location next to popular Little India is the stand-out feature at the mid-range chain hotel Village Hotel Albert Court by Far East Hospitality. The area is packed with bars and restaurants, and two subway stations are both less than 10 minutes away on foot. Rooms are simple and classic, though some elements can be tired. Each comes with the expected amenities of flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and minibars. The lobby bar serves drinks and light snacks and international and local cuisine is provided at the restaurant. Note that the buffet breakfast costs extra in the lower-priced rooms. There's a fitness center and two indoor hot tubs, though no swimming pool. Another good choice is Moon 23 Hotel: a more stylish and intimate property with trendy rooms in Little India.

The Grand Pacific Hotel, a three-and-a-half-pearl property in central Singapore, is within walking distance of museums, restaurants, shopping, and public transportation. Its lobby is airy and bright, but its 240 rooms, some with views of the city, could use a refresh, as guests have complained about stained carpeting. With an outdoor pool with umbrella tables and loungers, conference and event spaces, and a fitness center, the hotel offers good value. Its Sun Cafe is open all day, serving Peranakan and Western cuisine. Wi-Fi is free throughout, and there is a coin-operated laundry. Travelers could also compare rates with the V Hotel Lavender, a similar property with a pool and slightly more stylish rooms.

Strand Hotel is a simple, straightforward mid-range property located along a busy Singapore street lined with restaurants and shops. The hotel’s 130 rooms have streamlined decor that feels a bit plain, but they offer plenty of space, along with tea- and coffee-making facilities, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs. A continental breakfast is included in most room rates, and there’s 24-hour room service and a basic cafe. But the hotel lacks atmosphere with run-of-the-mill decor and little in the way of notable features. Still, rates are fair, and the location -- smack-dab in Singapore’s downtown -- makes this a handy home base. The nearby Ibis Singapore on Bencoolen has a more contemporary aesthetic, but rates are higher.

The Santa Grand Hotel Little India is a value hotel right in the middle of Singapore’s Little India neighborhood. The only other area of interest beyond the location are the 20 modern -- albeit small -- rooms with clean and contemporary bathrooms and top-notch amenities like flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and kettles. Unfortunately, there’s not much else to the hotel beyond free Wi-Fi, so don’t expect a gym or even breakfast. While budget travelers will appreciate the modern room digs and low prices at Santa Grand Hotel Little India, there are budget hotels in Singapore that offer more value for the same price. As an alternative, the Harbour Ville Hotel provides free cell phones per room, a gym, and snack bar for around the same rate. 

Located on a busy street filled with hotels, shops, and restaurants, the three-pearl Hotel Bencoolen is a reasonable option for business travelers and tourists seeking convenience and value. This 84-room budget property is straightforward with small, spare rooms and dated bathrooms that could benefit from a good scrubbing. Breakfast included in the rates is a good mix of Asian and Western choices. There's small outdoor pool and an open-air gazebo on the second floor that houses a selection of cardio machines. Construction on a new metro station directly in front of the hotel creates noise and impedes pedestrian flow during daytime hours. Travelers might want to check out One Farrer Hotel & Spa, a chic, well-priced hotel with two spas and multiple dining options.