7 Wonders Hostel @ Jalan Besar

I paid around ₱2,400 for a 2-night stay, which was around SGD 48. I originally booked a mixed dorm, but they upgraded me to a female dorm because I was the only female in the mixed dorm and the rest of the guests were male. They wanted me to feel more comfortable, so they offered me the upgrade. I really appreciated that because they took my comfort and safety into consideration. The room itself was quite small, with several beds in the same room. However, the bed was surprisingly spacious and comfortable. I think this place is really good for solo travelers. The luggage storage inside the room also had enough space for my luggage. They also have an additional luggage storage area near the lobby, with CCTV available for added security. The restrooms and bathrooms were clean and well-maintained. My only disappointment was that the hot water wasn't consistent, even though the switch was turned on. They also provide a simple breakfast, which was actually really helpful, especially for a solo traveler. They serve cereal, bread with different spreads, coffee, creamer, and milk. Overall, I still had a good experience staying here. For the price I paid, I think it was worth it and just right for what you get, especially if you're a solo traveler looking for an affordable place to stay.

Unfortunately, my stay was quite disappointing, and the actual experience was very different from what I expected based on the photos. The room/space was extremely small compared to the photos on the listing. The walkway between the beds was so narrow that I couldn’t even fully open my luggage. The locker was also very small and could only fit one piece of luggage, with little to no additional space. The bed was another major issue. Instead of a proper mattress, an airbed was provided, which was uncomfortable and made it very difficult to sleep properly. Whenever someone moved, its very obvious as the sound is loud. I also noticed something concerning with the cleaning. I saw the cleaner using the same brush to clean the inside of the toilet bowl, the toilet seat, and the floor. This raised serious concerns about the hygiene standards. Other issues included very low water pressure and the fact that towel change was provided every 6 days, which was inconvenient. Overall, the actual space, sleeping arrangement, hygiene, and basic facilities did not meet my expectations based on the listing. I would recommend checking the room size and facilities carefully before booking.

This is a wonderful hotel with very polite and helpful staff. The bed is large and clean, but it squeaks quite a bit when you move around. Overall, it offers great value for money.