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The 5 Best Backpacker Hostels in Singapore

Written by Sean Chan | September 04, 2025
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Coming to Singapore, travelers have a wide range of choices for accommodation from luxury hotels, and budget hotels to backpacker hostels.

In Singapore, hostels are the best option for making use of the budget. Only offers facilities for basic needs like a bed, bathroom, locker and breakfast, but this kind of accommodation is good and safe enough for travelers who want to save money for the journey of city exploration.

This list presents you with the 5 best backpacker hostels in Singapore.

1. Beary Nice! by A Beary Good Hostel

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Image: Beary Nice!
  • Address
    46B Smith Street, Chinatown, Singapore 058956
  • Phone
    +65 6222 4951
  • Website
    www.abearygoodhostel.com/bearynice/
  • Email
    nicereservations@abearygoodhostel.com

    • Quick facts:

    • Choose between 8 or 10 bed mixed dorms
    • Gender separated bathrooms
    • Elevator access
    • Rates from S$28.00 – S$30.00 per bed
    • Nearby attractions: Chinatown Heritage Centre, Chinatown Food Street, Pagoda Street, Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Maxwell Road Hawker Centre
    • 2013 Winner of Best Hostel in Singapore
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    2. River City Inn Hostel

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    Image: River City Inn Hostel
  • Address
    33C Hong Kong Street, Singapore 059672
  • Phone
    +65 6532 6091
  • Website
    www.rivercityinn.com
  • Email
    rivercityinn.sg@gmail.com

    • Quick facts:

    • Choose between 6 or 12 bed mixed dorms
    • Ladies-only dorm available
    • Private 4-bed room available
    • Rates from S$26.00 – S$29.00 per bed
    • Nearby attractions: Singapore River, Clarke Quay, Boat Quay, Central Mall, Asian Civilisations Museum
    • Awards for excellence 2012 and 2013 by HostelBookers
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    3. Betel Box Hostel

    Betel Box Hostel
    Betel Box Hostel
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  • Address
    200 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427471
  • Phone
    +65 6247 7340
  • Website
    www.betelbox.com
  • Email
    info@betelbox.com

    • Quick facts:

    • Choose between 6, 8, and 20 bed mix dorms
    • Ladies-only 8 bed dorm available
    • Private double room available, can stay up to 4 people
    • Rates from S$20.00 – S$25.00 per bed
    • Nearby attractions: Joo Chiat Heritage Town, Geylang Serai Wet Market
    • Winner of Certificate of Excellence 2013 – Tripadvisor
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    4. The Little Red Dot Hostel

    The Little Red Dot
    The Little Red Dot
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  • Address
    125 Lavender Street, Singapore 338734
  • Phone
    +65 6294 7098
  • Website
    www.atthelittlereddot.com
  • Email
    enquiries@atthelittlereddot.com

    • Quick facts:

    • Choose between 4, 6, and 8 bed mix dorms
    • Ladies-only 8 bed dorm available
    • Rates from S$22.00 – S$30.00 per bed
    • Airport shuttles are provided for an extra fee
    • Nearby attractions: Little India, Geylang, City Square Mall
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    5. Drop Inn Hostel

    Drop Inn Hostel
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  • Address
    247 Lavender Street, Singapore 338787
  • Phone
    +65 6635 9100
  • Website
    www.dropinnsingapore.com
  • Email
    info@dropinnhostel.com

    • Quick facts:

    • Choose between 6 or 8 bed dorms
    • Female dorm available
    • Private double/triple/4-bed rooms available
    • Rates from S$29.00 – S$33.00 per bed
    • Nearby attractions: Mustafa Centre, Little India
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