The Best Bugis Hotels To Rest Your Head

A luxury five-star hotel set in the heart of Bugis, InterContinental Singapore seamlessly blends modern touches with subtle Peranakan undertones. If you’re looking for a more authentic experience, the Classic Rooms located in the Heritage Wing are reminiscent of shophouse living and feature design inspirations from the Peranakan culture alongside timber floorings and ornate furnishings, while the King Corner City View Rooms offer a semi-partitioned bedroom and a seating and study area—perfect for those who need a little more space.

But if you're looking to go all out, we suggest booking one of the One-Bedroom Suites, Royal Suites, Ambassadors Suites or Presidential Suite which come with Intercontinental Singapore's Signature Butler Service. Designed to cater to your every need, their Butler services offer a hyper-personalised, end-to-end experience that begins even before you arrive. From a personalised welcome to a private off-site dining experience, their team can handle any request with grace and efficiency. 

With a multitude of dining options onsite you’ll be spoilt for choice. Man Fu Yuan is known for its authentic Chinese cuisine, Chikuyotei offers up a wide variety of modern Japanese dishes and LUCE by Davide Giacomelli is the place to go for traditional Italian cuisine. The Lobby Lounge is a must visit for afternoon tea, bespoke wines and handcrafted cocktails. There are also live music performances every Friday and Saturday nights.

A concept hotel by the Hyatt group, the Andaz is a five-star hotel without the over-the-top price tag. The king bedrooms with views of the bay are worth the extra few dollars—think floor to ceiling windows, 42 square metres of space to stretch out in and even a daybed. The hotel interiors were designed by Andre Fu and feature warm russet and mustard tones and bespoke furniture.

Designed to make it hard for you to leave, Andaz Singapore has multiple restaurants and bars, including rooftop bar Mr. Stork offering teepees, tropical plants and 360-degree views.

Often hailed as one of the best design hotels in Asia, Naumi is a sky-high sanctuary that blends effortless luxury with grounding tranquillity.  Conveniently located between Bugis and City Hall, each of the 73 rooms have been designed with artistic flair. Our favourites include Eden & Nirvana, a Warhol inspired designer suite, and Gabrielle & Camellia, an ultra-chic, monochrome suite inspired by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel.

But the best thing about this hotel has to be its Cloud 9 infinity pool and bar. You can sit back and relax with a cocktail in hand while catching some rays and enjoying the unobstructed view of Singapore’s skyline.

We’ll forgive you for thinking you’re sleeping on a spaceship at The Pod. The boutique capsule hotel offers modern and minimalistic living with complimentary laundry, a hot buffet breakfast, and all the bells and whistles you could need for a cosy night’s sleep.

Conveniently located off Beach Road and only a few blocks from the Bugis MRT station, you’ll sleep well knowing all the dosh you’re saving can be spent exploring Singapore from this home base.

Located in Singapore’s downtown core district within walking distance to Bugis, Rochor and Bencoolen MRT train stations, lyf Bugis Singapore features 308 units across six room types and provides easy access to the arts and heritage district of Bugis as well as local restaurants along Arab Street and Haji Lane.

lyf Bugis Singapore places a strong emphasis on holistic well-being, thoughtfully engaging all five senses to create a unique and rejuvenating experience. For the sense of smell, you can customise your room's ambience by selecting from a range of linen sprays. The property stimulates sight with calming artwork and soothing colour schemes. Taste is indulged through onsite F&B offerings such as Middle Child and Wild Honey, offering a spectrum of flavours from healthy food options to gourmet ice cream and wine pairings. The sense of touch is engaged at the café-inspired shared social spaces, where you can cook in the shared kitchen, play board games, or participate in hands-on workshops. Finally, addressing the sense of hearing, the spaces within the property play music that invites you into the energy of the space, providing a welcoming shelter and peaceful contrast to the bustle of Singapore just beyond its doors.

The property features signature lyf social spaces including BURN (gym), WASH & HANG (laundromat), BOND (social kitchen), and CONNECT (coworking space). These areas are designed to foster community engagement and are complemented by regular activities and workshops led by the Ambassador of Buzz in all lyf properties. Specifically, for lyf Bugis Singapore, these activities and workshops will focus on wellness.

Those staying at lyf Bugis Singapore will also have the chance to experience wellness-oriented workshops and activities. These include creating scent diffusers, exploring perfumery, harvesting and using herbs together in a communal cooking session, participating in sound bath sessions, and joining fitness activities like HIIT or fitness boot camps.

Even if you’ve never been to Singapore, you’ve probably heard of Raffles which is conveniently located between Bugis and City Hall. The building has recently undergone some hefty restoration work and it’s looking as beautiful as ever. Built in the 19th century, its walls have witnessed the antics of Charlie Chaplin, Elizabeth Taylor and Karl Lagerfeld, and it’s also the home of the delicious Singapore Sling—so it’d be rude not to order one of those.

With nine restaurants and bars on the property, plenty of stunning nooks and crannies to explore and rooms starting at around the $1000 per night mark, you know you’re in for a memorable time. And if you can’t afford it—we don’t blame you—definitely add a visit to your itinerary so you can soak up some of the magic without the debt.

Housed in a heritage 1920s Art Deco style building, Wanderlust merges old world charm with modern day comforts. Located on the fringe of Singapore’s main commercial and business districts you’ll find yourself close to everything (including the Bugis Street Shopping District which is a quick 10-minute walk away) while remaining off the beaten track.

The property's 29 rooms are all elegantly-appointed, but we recommend the studio lofts which provide two-storeys of residential bliss with a separate living space and kitchenette—perfect for families or if you’re looking for a little extra space.

Although The Great Madras is techincally located in colourful Little India, Bugis Street is only 500 metres away. Housed in an Art Deco building, you’ll definitely want to hire the interior designer here because every nook and cranny exudes effortlessly cool vibes.

There’s an onsite barber to keep fellas looking dapper, a halal bistro to keep you full in-between visits to Singapore’s best foodie haunts, and a pool to cool off in. No matter your budget The Great Madras has a room for you, even hostel-like rooms if you’re keeping things pretty tight. The Good Room is worth the small splurge for your own ensuite.