hipstercity hostel
This hostel is a viable option for budget-conscious travellers seeking a central location in Singapore, provided they are prepared for basic amenities and potential comfort issues in the sleeping and bathroom areas.
Hipstercity Hostel in Singapore offers a budget-friendly stay with a focus on semi-private sleeping arrangements, typically featuring bunks with privacy curtains rather than enclosed pods. While the location is consistently praised for its proximity to public transport and local attractions, guests frequently highlight issues with comfort and facilities. Beds are often described as uncomfortable, and the shared bathrooms suffer from poor ventilation, weak water pressure, and an insufficient number of toilets. The hostel's common areas are noted for their pleasant atmosphere, and staff are generally found to be friendly and helpful. However, the lack of hard doors for privacy and the absence of a lift for luggage may be significant considerations for some travellers.
♀ One review explicitly states it's not a women-friendly stay due to the lack of doors and mixed-gender rooms.
Stations & airport.
Distances measured from the hotel. Walking times assume a gentle pace with a backpack.
- Exit E250 m3 min walk
- Clarke Quay (NEL)260 m3 min walk
- Exit F268 m3 min walk
Eleven dimensions of capsule life, read from 767 reviews.
Noise & sleep
Reviews are mixed regarding noise isolation. One guest found the downstairs pub too noisy, while another light sleeper praised the soundproofing, stating they barely noticed the nightclub noise.
“Downstair pub too noisy. Need improve sound proof”
“Soundproofing is done quite nicely, I barely noticed the nightclubbing going on downstairs despite being a pretty light sleeper.”
Pod comfort
Guests frequently report uncomfortable beds, with one mentioning a springy mattress that makes noise. The space around the bed is also described as minimal, with metal frames causing discomfort.
“bed isn’t very comfy.”
“Rooms and beds not like in the photos. Minimal space around bed with metal frame that hurt my legs”
“The bed was like attached to a spring, so it really made noise when you move.”
Privacy
The property offers semi-private spaces, typically with curtains instead of hard doors. This setup is a concern for some guests, particularly regarding gender separation and overall privacy.
“nice set up being semi private”
“There were also curtains instead of doors.”
“its not a muslim and women friendly stay because it does not have doors each room and its not separated from men and women”
Cleanliness
The hostel is generally described as clean and well-maintained, with specific mentions of clean rooms and common areas.
“very well maintained”
“Pretty clean, with table and safe box”
“cleanliness, quiet and very nice service”
Shared bathrooms
Shared bathrooms are a significant drawback, with complaints about extreme heat, insufficient toilets, and weak shower water pressure when multiple showers are in use. Some also found the showers basic and lacking hooks.
“Bathroom area is extremely hot, very hard to breathe, would be good to have A/C in there”
“Need more toilets, need to secure the curtain at the top or TURN off the overhead light! Super bright with the spotlights!”
“The shower water pressure was very weak when both bathrooms were used at the same time. It seems the water pipes are shared, so the water flow becomes very slow. My friend and I had to take turns washing our hair.”
Luggage storage
While there are large cabinets for storage, the security of lockers is questioned due to guessable codes. The lack of a lift and ground floor can make transporting heavy luggage to upper floors challenging.
“locker with common guessable code.”
“huge cabinet where you can put a lot of things”
“No lift. No ground floor. 2nd floor is only receptions and seating area. If you have heavy luggage, consider about how to bring it to your room on the 3rd or 4th floor.”
Staff & check-in
Staff are consistently praised for being friendly, helpful, warming, and hospitable. However, one review noted the reception is often unattended.
“Warming and hospitable staff..”
“The staff is very friendly and helpful”
“Very nice staff . The location is good !”
Location & access
The hostel's location is consistently highlighted as excellent, awesome, and superb, being close to MRT stations, bus stops, and numerous restaurants, as well as tourist attractions like Merlion.
“good location”
“The location was awesome”
“Excellent location, walking distance to several MRT stations and bus stops. Surrounding restaurant selections were pretty great as well.”
Atmosphere
The lounge and common areas are positively noted, described as amazing and cosy, contributing to a good atmosphere. Complimentary drinks are also appreciated.
“Bedroom is cosy, lounge is amazing”
“Common area, location, coffee.”
“I like reception area and complementary drinks.”
Value for money
Guests generally consider it a good budget option for Singapore, offering good value, though some found it expensive for the experience provided.
“As for Singapore, this was a more budget option. The location is good.”
“good value too.”
“It was pretty expensive for what it was.”
The honest drawbacks, from guests.
- uncomfortable beds
- hot and insufficient shared bathrooms
- privacy concerns with curtains instead of doors
- no lift for heavy luggage
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