We have all been in this dilemma before, wanting to travel but are tight on finances. But, good news is - you can actually travel around our sunny island on a reasonable budget. Let us show you how!

First of all, finding a suitable accommodation that is priced reasonably is not easy. There are tons of hotels, serviced apartments, co-living spaces and hostels to choose from. Plus, you have to factor in other variables such as location, checking in and out timings, nearby amenities, etc.

With that in mind, we have come up with a list of affordable hostels in Singapore for solo travelers, backpackers or anyone travelling on a budget.

Located in Kallang, one of Singapore’s more popular neighborhoods, lies Dream Lodge. It is a budget-friendly hostel with prices starting from $56/night. If you are a solo backpacker, you will be happy to know that the Single Pods/ Dormitories come with individual air-con, lockers, and blackout curtains for you.

Although the toilets are shared among the guests in the hotel, toiletries are provided and the bathroom is kept clean at all times. This will give you peace of mind if you are looking to book an affordable hostel for your travels.

Last but not least, it is a short 5-minute walk from Lavender MRT and there’s a lot of quaint cafes and unique shops that you can explore if you stay at Dream lodge!

Cost: From S$56/night

Check in: 2pm

Check out: 11am

Address: 172 Tyrwhitt Rd, Singapore 207574

Nearest MRT: Lavender/ Bendemeer MRT station

If you are looking for a cheap yet comfortable hostel with added perks, The Hive Singapore Hostel is for you! Unlike other hostels, this unique hostel has a communal lounge with cable TV that offers access to The Premier League, Champions League, F1, and tennis. Imagine just lounging around and socialising with other guests! They also have free coffee and tea all-day and provide laundry services for everyone to use in the hostel.

It is located 5-min away from Boon Keng MRT station where it has many popular and delicious local foods for you to try. If you don’t feel like having local food, you can always hop on the train to Orchard where there are plenty of cuisines for you to pick from.

Tip: If you want to get more bang for your buck, search for a hostel that provides complimentary breakfast, wifi and other amenities on top of your room.

Cost: From S$20 /night

Check in: 2pm

Check out: 12pm

Address: 172 624A Serangoon Rd, Singapore 218223

Nearest MRT: Boon Keng/ Bendemeer MRT station

Situated right behind Clarke Quay MRT, City Backpackers Clarke Quay is a small hostel with private dormitory rooms that comes with air-conditioning, free wifi and breakfast for all guests.

If you go for their private rooms, do note that the room has a balcony and comes with a flat-screen TV. (Cues Netflix opening sound) Not bad for a hostel, right?

Also, the hostel’s strategic location is near to some of the most popular restaurants and bars in Clarke Quay. You can make a visit down to experience the nightlife culture and have a drink or two!

Check in: 2pm

Check out: 12pm

Address: 18A Hongkong St, Singapore 059661

Nearest MRT: Clarke Quay MRT station

Inspired by the capsule living concept, you can enjoy quality me-time in your own private capsule at CUBE Family Boutique Capsule Hotel at Chinatown. In your own capsule, you have an individual bathroom all to yourself with toiletries, hair dryer and towel provided for you.

One cool thing about this capsule hotel is the efficient technology they have for their guests! They have universal plugs, USB charging and lockable storage areas in all their rooms which will be great for you to charge your electronic devices and store your belongings.

What’s more, they even have a communal lounge and co-working space for you to do your work and make new friends! From just $ /night, you get to enjoy all these perks that CUBE Family Boutique Capsule Hotel has to offer. Isn’t this a pretty sweet deal?

Cost: From S$100/night

Check in: 3pm

Check out: 12pm

Address: 64A/B, 66A/B, 68A/B Smith St, Level 2, 3, Singapore 058967

Nearest MRT: Chinatown MRT station

Located in a heritage building, Beary Best! Chinatown is a quirky hostel designed for travelers/backpackers that look for simplicity and comfort. It boasts a cute lounge area, cosy dorms, pantry area and a small outdoor patio.

Here, you can hang out at the lounge area with other guests and watch Netflix shows together. Or, if you prefer to have alone time, you can sit at one of the tables near the windows and just read a book.

Other amenities include complimentary wifi, air-conditioning and luggage storage. They even have 24 hours front desk services to assist you if you need anything. For budget travelers, Beary Best Chinatown has everything you need in a hostel.

Check in: 3pm

Check out: 11am

Address: 16 Upper Cross St, Singapore 058331

Nearest MRT: Chinatown MRT station