Hotel Mi Bencoolen

For a hotel in Singapore, Hotel Mi Bencoolen offers exceptional value for money at this price point. The hygiene is quite good. The room is a bit small, but it's sufficient for two people.

The room was clean and tidy, with all the essentials. There was a direct drinking water tap, and a kettle too, so I filled a bottle every day before heading out. The location is superb; it's about 150 meters to the hotel entrance if you turn right after exiting B at Bugis MRT Station (Blue Line). Getting to Changi Airport is also convenient; you can take the train to Expo and then transfer to the Green Line, which takes about 40 minutes. The Yellow Line MRT station is also nearby, and it's very close to Fort Canning Park. As for others mentioning poor soundproofing, my room was in the farthest corner on the 2nd floor, and it was very quiet at night. If you're a light sleeper, you can communicate your request to the front desk. There's a 7-Eleven right next door, and Ya Kun Kaya Toast isn't far either. Nearby, there's also the Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple and a hawker center, which is great for lunch and dinner. Those interested can explore the surroundings; Chinatown is just two subway stops away. On my last day, since my flight was in the afternoon, I was able to temporarily store my luggage at the hotel after checking out. All in all, for first-time visitors to Singapore traveling with no more than two people, I highly recommend this place.

The location is unbeatable; Bencoolen MRT station is right outside the hotel, just turn right. Both the room's bathroom and the hotel lobby on the first floor have direct drinking water dispensers, so just bring a water bottle and fill it up before you head out. The room itself is quite compact, but it's sufficient for a solo traveler. I didn't get a chance to use the pool on the second floor this time, but I'll save it for my next visit.

Hygiene: Not bad, they cleaned the room daily during my stay. Transportation: Very convenient, the hotel is right next to the subway entrance, just a short walk to the right. Service: Good service, the front desk staff speaks Chinese, so communication was easy. They also offer luggage storage without a deposit.

The room was a bit small. We booked a family room with one queen bed and one single bed, which felt a bit cramped for three people, and there was hardly any space to open our luggage. The hygiene was decent, and the shower had good water pressure, which was nice. However, the toilet paper dispenser in the bathroom was placed too high, making it very inconvenient to use. The sink was also too small, so water would spill all over the floor when washing our faces. It felt like we were paying premium hotel prices for budget hotel quality. The main draw was the hotel's convenient location. Many places like Bugis, Chinatown, Fort Canning Park, museums, Raffles City, and Little India were all within walking distance. Slightly further places like Orchard Road, Merlion, and Marina Bay were also walkable within 4 km if you enjoy a city walk. Singapore really is small! The subway entrance right outside the hotel also made it convenient to get to the airport.

Great location, many popular attractions are within walking distance. Excellent value for money during the summer. Highly recommended. The front desk staff speak Chinese, are warm and provide great service. It's also just 200 meters from the National Museum.

This was my second trip to Singapore recently, and I searched for hotels near the main attractions. I found M Hotel to be incredibly convenient, located right above the Bencoolen MRT station on the Downtown Line. Upon check-in, I noticed the room was a bit small and the facilities were basic. The window faced a nearby building, so there was no view. However, the bed and towels were clean and dry, and the front desk staff were very friendly. The biggest plus is definitely having the MRT station right outside the door, and the 'Juge' restaurant (presumably a popular eatery) is directly across the street. That's a huge bonus!