🇸🇬 Singapore, Singapore
Ark Hostel
📍 83B, 85B, 87A, 87B, 89, 89A, 89B, Geylang Road, Singapore, 389200
Your stay — Ark Hostel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ark Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Rooms on higher floors (above 5th floor) are a good choice for a quieter stay. The hotel's address on Geylang Road, a major road in Singapore, means lower floors can be noisy from traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the first and second floors may experience more noise from the service entrance and lift usage.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Geylang Road does not offer any notable views. However, rooms on higher floors may have a glimpse of the city skyline.
Quietest floors
The 3rd to 6th floors are likely to be the quietest, as they are away from the main road and lift area.
🔊 Noise notes
Guests should be aware that the hotel's location on a major road means some street noise is unavoidable, especially during peak hours.
Insider tips
If you're driving, be aware that parking can be a challenge in the area, and it's best to arrive early to secure a spot. Consider requesting a room with a shower, as the hotel's 3-star rating suggests that not all rooms may have this amenity.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Ark Hostel
Free, 50 Mbps, no login constraints
Serves all floors, but some rooms have stairs-only access due to building restrictions
Complimentary digital newsstand access via PressReader app
Check-in from 14:00, earlies from 10:00, latest check-out by 12:00, SGD 20 late check-out fee after 12:00
Limited availability, SGD 5 per item per day
Step-free access, wheelchair accessible entrance, but some rooms have structural limitations
On-site parking available, SGD 15 per night, valet service available; nearest public car park is Parkit @ Kallang, SGD 2 per hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: SGD 7 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: SGD 20 advance deposit and SGD 50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Shan Fook Tong Temple (307 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Ni Cristo (423 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Haji Mohd Salleh (463 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Faith Mission Home (517 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Kallang Wave Mall — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Kallang Riverside Park East — 711 m · ~9 min walk
Singapore Sports Museum — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Kallang Theatre — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5A Kallang Heights — 355 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 289 m · ~4 min walk
Yeo Mei Lim Medical Hall — 351 m · ~4 min walk
Shell Select — 266 m · ~3 min walk
Kallang — 381 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Singapore Dollar, SGD
Travellers can change money at Changi Airport's Money Changer counter or at local banks, but avoid exchanging at the airport as rates are often poor. For better rates, head to a local bank or use an ATM.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Singapore, including Visa, Mastercard, and Amex. Contactless payments and mobile pay are also common, especially in hawker centers and coffee shops.
Tipping is not expected in Singapore, but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and bars is considered polite. Taxi drivers do not expect tips, but rounding up the fare is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cup of kopi (black coffee) costs around SGD 1-2 at a hawker center or coffee shop.
A plate of char kway teow (stir-fried noodles) at a hawker center costs around SGD 3-5.
A plate of Hainanese chicken rice at a hawker center costs around SGD 5-8.
Tiong Bahru Market and Hawker Centre is a popular spot for affordable street food, with options starting from SGD 2.
Sheng Siong and FairPrice are common budget supermarket chains in this area.
Affordable high-street shopping can be found at Mustafa Centre, with prices starting from SGD 10.
A single ride on the MRT costs SGD 1.50, while a day pass costs SGD 10. The cheapest way to get to the city from Changi Airport is by taking the MRT (SGD 1.50) and then transferring to the free shuttle bus to your destination.
Avoid eating at touristy restaurants and opt for hawker centers or street food stalls instead.Use public transportation instead of taxis to get around the city.Buy snacks and drinks from 7-Eleven or other convenience stores to avoid overpriced tourist shops.
Good to know — Singapore
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ S$1.29 · SGD
Emergency Contacts
SingaporeAll emergency services in Singapore can be reached by dialing 999 for police and 995 for ambulance and fire services. For non-emergency situations, contact the Police Hotline at 1800-255-0000.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Singapore, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ark Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 289 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Yeo Mei Lim Medical Hall — 351 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Any MRT station → Lavender or Jalan Besar stations (near hotel)
💡 Ultra-reliable for local transit. Get a Stored Value Card (EZ-Link) at airport for convenience. Avoid peak hours 7-9am & 5-7pm if traveling with luggage.
Changi Airport Terminal Basement Level → Stops near Oxford Hotel area
💡 Cheapest option but slower. Use Google Maps or MRT app to plan routes. Free WiFi on newer buses. Pay via contactless card or EZ-Link.
Changi Airport Terminal (any) → Oxford Hotel, Lavender Street
💡 Fixed-rate counters available at airport terminals - more predictable than street hails. Night surcharge applies 10.30pm-6am.
Changi Airport Terminal 2/3 Station → Lavender MRT Station (then 5-min walk)
💡 Most economical option. Transfer to Circle Line at Tanah Merah if needed. Download MRT app for real-time updates and easy card top-ups.
About Singapore
Wikipedia ↗
Singapore, officially the Republic of Singapore, is an island country in Southeast Asia. Its territory comprises a main island, over 60 satellite islands and islets, and one outlying islet. The country is about one degree of latitude (137 kilometres or 85 miles) north of the equator, off the souther...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ark Hostel?
Rooms on higher floors (above 5th floor) are a good choice for a quieter stay. The hotel's address on Geylang Road, a major road in Singapore, means lower floors can be noisy from traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ark Hostel?
Rooms on the first and second floors may experience more noise from the service entrance and lift usage.
Is Ark Hostel noisy?
Guests should be aware that the hotel's location on a major road means some street noise is unavoidable, especially during peak hours.
Which rooms have the best views at Ark Hostel?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Geylang Road does not offer any notable views. However, rooms on higher floors may have a glimpse of the city skyline.
What are insider tips for staying at Ark Hostel?
If you're driving, be aware that parking can be a challenge in the area, and it's best to arrive early to secure a spot. Consider requesting a room with a shower, as the hotel's 3-star rating suggests that not all rooms may have this amenity.
What time is check-in at Ark Hostel?
Check-in at Ark Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ark Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free, 50 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ark Hostel?
SGD 7 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Ark Hostel?
A plate of char kway teow (stir-fried noodles) at a hawker center costs around SGD 3-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ark Hostel?
A single ride on the MRT costs SGD 1.50, while a day pass costs SGD 10. The cheapest way to get to the city from Changi Airport is by taking the MRT (SGD 1.50) and then transferring to the free shuttle bus to your destination.
Top Attractions in Singapore
💡 Go at 7am for fewer tourists and better light. The view is free—skip the paid river cruises.
💡 Visit just before sunset to see the Supertrees light up gradually. The Garden Rhapsody light show is free at 7.45pm and 8.45pm daily.
💡 Start at Chinatown MRT, walk along Smith Street for food, then detour to Maxwell Food Centre for $3 chicken rice. The trail takes about 1.5 hours.
💡 Go early weekday mornings to avoid the humidity and crowds. The free guided walking tour at 9am (Sat) is worth joining.
💡 Cycle east from the Marine Parade area—you’ll hit the quieter end. The hawker centre at the Bedok Jetty end has cheap seafood.