Rochor is a planning area located within the Central Area of Singapore. It is mostly concentrated on Rochor Road where you can find several hotels in Rochor, shophouses, restaurants and is connected by two MRT stations for the convenience of tourists and visitors. Rochor Road is also known as Bugis Street, and it is one of the best shopping locations if you are visiting the area of Little India. Rochor Road also connects several temples and churches. When visiting Rochor Road, it is a must for visitors to visit Little India, the Bugis Junction as well as the Bugis Village, all of which are shopping centres with elements of history behind them.
If you are from outside Singapore (or not), choosing a hotel in Rochor for your holiday might be a great idea. Rochor is a very strategic area. It is very easy to reach and surrounded by so many famous attractions and near plenty of famous areas. Some of the shopping centres are even within a walking distance from some hotels in Rochor.
By MRT
Two stations connect Rochor Road; Rochor MRT Station (DT13) and Bugis MRT Station (DT14). Or you can either choose to drop down at Little India MRT station (DT12) and walk along the start of Rochor Road.
By Bus
Buses are the most common public transportation in Singapore, provided by two operators; SBS Transit and SMRT. To get to Rochor Road, you can hail a bus at main bus transit stations and get down at several stations surrounding the area of Rochor. Bus fares range from 67 cents to SGD 1.58 depending on the distance.
By Taxi
Taxis are not the main means of public transportation as they are metered and can be slightly more expensive than the prior two options. However, it is best used to get to your destination easily without having to walk or figure out which route to take. Nonetheless, customers are guaranteed a fixed fare as all taxis are metered.
Little India
Located at the north side of Rochor Road, Little India is a district filled with vibrancy and colours of life with mixtures of different culture, race and religion. It centres on the way of life of the Indians as the Indian culture has influenced this for nearly 200 years. The area offers visitors and tourists 24-hour shopping centres, bustling markets as well as various kinds of street stalls. There are also shops that offer products like traditional clothes, electronics, fresh food, souvenirs, artwork and traditional Indian products. It is a must-visit place for all tourists alike.
The Cat Café
Located in Bugis Street, this small café is heaven to feline lovers and cat enthusiasts. This small café is open until 10 pm and allows you to interact with the cats as you sip your favourite coffee. The place rescues cats from the streets so you can expect some shy cats in the café.
Bugis Junction
Located also in Bugis Street, this bustling shopping mall offers visitors ranges of items and products to buy for you to bring back home. Items like souvenirs, cosmetics, clothes, accessories, electronics and food are all available here. This shopping mall is also situated right next to the Bugis MRT station.
So, what do you think? Are you interested enough to stay in a hotel in Rochor for your next trip? If you already realized that this area is great for your other holiday or business destinations, then here are some of the great hotels in Rochor that you can choose:
Location: 6 Perak Road, Rochor, Little India, Singapore, 208127
If you wish for a backpacker’s kind of getaway when visiting Rochor Road, the Adamson Lodge @ Rochor is the accommodation for you. Despite having to share spaces with other travellers, comfort and safety is still the hotel’s priority. Added to that, the hotel is located near the Rochor MRT station for the convenience to get around Singapore. The Rochor MRT Station is only 103 metres away from the hotel. For the Muslim visitors, the proximity between this hotel to Abdul Gafoor Mosque can be very convenient. Surrounding the hotel, there are various kinds of eateries and restaurants to choose from.
As one of the great cheap hotels in Singapore, Adamson Lodge @ Rochor will guarantee your satisfaction as a hostel guest. Although this hotel in Rochor is adopting backpacker style, they still have the best facilities to make you enjoy your stay. For example, they still have the WiFi connection in public areas, so you can still get connected to your social media. Air conditioning is mandatory, of course, so it is available in each room. The 24 hour receptionist and security will make you feel secure too. This hotel in Rochor also has a non-smoking and smoking area. Plus, if you are here to have a trip with your family, Adamson Lodge @ Rochor said that they have a nice Family Room for you to pick!
If you are interested in taking this hotel in Rochor for your next trip, just make sure that you are comfortable enough to stay with other people in dormitory style beds, and most importantly, share a bathroom with them. Well, don’t worry about the hygiene, because the staff here are always making sure that the rooms and the bathrooms are always well-managed and clean.
Another good point about Adamson Lodge @ Rochor is that you don’t have to pay too much just to stay for several nights in Rochor. That way, you can save more budget and use it for other necessities.
Location: 28 Madras Street, Rochor, Little India, Singapore, 208422
If you wish for a more luxurious stay with a hint of hipster elements, you can check this hotel in Rochor called The Great Madras by Hotel Calmo. The Rochor MRT station is less than 200 meters away, and this hotel is situated near Little India so you can expect better access to all kinds of attractions in the area. The proximity between this hotel to shopping centres is very great too. Only by 10 minutes of walking, you can get to Sim Lim Square. Walk more for around 3 minutes and you can get to The City Square Mall.
You will have a pleasant stay in one of the great rooms they have and enjoy all the amazing hotel facilities. Planning for a family staycation Singapore time for your next holiday? You can definitely pick The Great Madras by Hotel Calmo since it has so many types of rooms, and some of them are suitable for families. The hotel also provides an outdoor swimming pool plus cafe and bar. Other than having a great family staycation, you will also choose this hotel for a romantic getaway. Choose the room with a bathtub like The Great Suite to increase the romantic feeling.
There are still so many room options here. If you are looking for something different (and more budget friendly), you can choose the dormitory room. They have the female-only dormitory room and mixed-gender dormitory room, if you have no problem at all.
At a very worthy price, you will get the best room and the best facilities in this hotel. Check out the in-room amenities that you will get: the good space, air conditioning, free WiFi connection, en suite bathroom (some with a bathtub), flatscreen TV, free toiletries, towels and slippers, hairdryer, and safety deposit box. See? Your stay here will be very pleasant, just like we said before!
Location: 58 Dunlop Street, Rochor, Little India, Singapore, 209388
This is another option if you would like to choose for backpackers accommodation. This hotel in Rochor is situated nearer to Little India and accessible by Rochor MRT Station, called the Checkers Backpackers. This hotel offers rooms instead of a shared dormitory at affordable prices so that you can go for that budget trip you have planned out. You can definitely put this on your list if you are a fan of budget friendly accommodation.
Meet all the friendly staff and the great rooms in Checkers Backpackers. So many people love this hotel, especially because it has a great location too (beside being affordable, of course). Anyway, the room options here are varied too, from the dormitory room to the family room. That is why this hotel claims that everyone can stay here, from solo travellers to group travellers. You can choose between the mixed gender or female only dormitory. Guests in the dormitory will have access to a shared bathroom and a personal locker. When it is late at night and you still want to read or use your phone, you can enjoy the individual reading light. Worry that staying together will make the temperature hot? Well, stop worrying, because there is air conditioning in every room.
To make your stay in Checkers Backpackers satisfying, they will provide you with the free WiFi access and a free breakfast that will be served everyday at the shared dining room. Well, an affordable room rate and a free breakfast, who wouldn’ts say no to that, right? At the shared dining room, there is also a shared kitchen that is well equipped, so you can make something there in case you are hungry. Laundry service is also available to take care of your pile of dirty clothes.
Location: 2 Serangoon Rd, Rochor, Little India, Singapore, , 218227
The last recommended hotel in Rochor is Citadines Rochor Singapore. It is a quite big accommodation. The total of the rooms available in Citadines Rochor Singapore are 320 units. The location is still very strategic. The Rochor MRT Station is only around 200 metres away. It is also close to the Indian Heritage Centre.
This hotel/apartment is a good choice whether for business or leisure traveller. They have plenty of room selections: Studio, Studio Twin, Studio Executive, Studio Premier, 1-Bedroom Deluxe Loft and 1-Bedroom Premier. If you love a room with a floor to ceiling window, you should check all the rooms available in Citadines Rochor Singapore. If you plan to book a hotel in Rochor for a family staycation, you can definitely pick Citadines Rochor Singapore. Some of the rooms have the complete kitchenette, a dining area and even a mezzanine level! The space is good to make it a place to stay together with family and friends as well. Also, if you need a place to stay for more than a day comfortably, then this hotel/apartment is for you.
Business travellers can really enjoy the WiFi connection that they provide. All the in-room amenities inside will make you satisfied too, such as towels and toiletries, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and telephone. The setting of the room will also support you to work since most of the rooms have a work desk and chair facility inside.
Getting out of your room, of course you will find other great facilities that this hotel/apartment offers. You can check their outdoor swimming pool, the launderette, the fitness corner, and the resident’s kitchen as a shared kitchen, in case you pick a room that has no kitchenette inside. So, do you prefer to stay in a dormitory kind of accommodation or the complete one like this?
Have you found the best hotel in Rochor for your next trip? Well, there are still plenty of great hotels in Singapore that are located in the Rochor area. If our recommendations are not enough, you can browse for more very easily on the Traveloka app. Remember, Traveloka is not only an application to book a hotel, but also flight, attraction ticket, and more!
To make you more happy, make sure you already check for the hotel promotion Singapore page on Traveloka. If you are lucky enough, you will find the right promotion that will give you the price cut for your hotel room (and other services too!). Surely, the promotion will be very advantageous for you, because you can have your favorite hotel in Rochor with a great deal!
There are so many popular hotels that you can choose for your staycation in Singapore such as during public holiday Singapore. Here is the list of popular Singapore hotels that you can explore with Singapore hotel deals:
Marina Bay Sands | Hotel 81 | Shangri La Singapore | Fullerton Hotel | Hotel Boss | Sentosa Hotel | Andaz Singapore | Mandarin Orchard | Pan Pacific Singapore | Sofitel Sentosa | Capella Singapore | Raffles Hotel | Mandarin Oriental Singapore | Resorts World Sentosa | Ritz Carlton Singapore | Fairmont Singapore | Grand Hyatt Singapore | Intercontinental Singapore | Fullerton Bay Hotel | Goodwood Park Hotel | Hilton Singapore | Orchard Hotel | Carlton Hotel | Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa
Total Accommodation | 73 Properties |
Popular Hotel | The Great Madras by Hotel Calmo, Citadines Rochor Singapore |
Popular Landmark | Sim Lim Square, Little India MRT Station |