Located near Gardens by the Bay, ibis budget Singapore Joo Chiat offers a warm welcome with helpful staff. Connect to in-room WiFi, explore nearby attractions and take advantage of luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance.
Koon Seng Road Peranakan Houses - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Eurasian Heritage Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Geylang Serai New Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
I12 Katong - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Tanjong Katong Rd - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) - 19 min drive
Seletar Airport (XSP) - 29 min drive
Senai International Airport (JHB) - 75 min drive
Batam Batu Besar (BTH-Hang Nadim) - 19.7 miles/31.7 km
JB Sentral - 29 min drive
Marine Parade Station - 15 min walk
Eunos Station - 17 min walk
Paya Lebar Station - 18 min walk
Restaurants
Long Phung Vietnamese Restaurant - 2 min walk
Common Man Coffee Roasters - 2 min walk
Joo Chiat Caphe - 2 min walk
Kỳ Anh Quán (Samsim Vietnam Cuisine) - 1 min walk
Same Days Coffeestand - 2 min walk
About this property
ibis budget Singapore Joo Chiat
Ibis budget Singapore Joo Chiat puts you within a 10-minute drive of Bugis Street Shopping District and Gardens by the Bay. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, Marina Bay Sands Casino and Marina Bay Sands Skypark are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is close by: Marine Parade Station is just 15 minutes by foot.
At a glance
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Hotel size
90 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Guests are required to download the property's GPHL Check-in & Digital Key mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests must contact the property 1 day prior to check-in to confirm whether quarantine or non-quarantine accommodations are required.
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (11 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2001
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Uses some LED lighting
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
18-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Housekeeping on request
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Uses some LED lighting
Water-efficient showers only
Fees & policies
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Fragrance Hotel
Fragrance Joo Chiat Singapore
Fragrance Singapore
Hotel Fragrance
Fragrance Hotel Joo Chiat Singapore
The Fragrance Hotel (Joo Chiat) Singapore
The Fragrance Hotel (Joo Chiat)
Frequently asked questions
Does ibis budget Singapore Joo Chiat offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, ibis budget Singapore Joo Chiat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at ibis budget Singapore Joo Chiat?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at ibis budget Singapore Joo Chiat?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at ibis budget Singapore Joo Chiat?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at ibis budget Singapore Joo Chiat?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Marina Bay Sands Casino (8-min drive) and Resort World Sentosa Casino (16-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around ibis budget Singapore Joo Chiat like?
Ibis budget Singapore Joo Chiat is a short 10-minute walk from I12 Katong and 8 minutes' walk from Geylang Serai New Market.
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Reviews
ibis budget Singapore Joo Chiat Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
8.2
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The hotel's proximity to the airport was convenient and easily accessible within 15-20 minutes by taxi or public transportation. (6 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2026
Many restaurants downstairs. Very convenient.
Room clean
Christine
Christine, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2026
Clean and location is convenient
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2025
Rooms was really good lot of shops nearby.
Kiranpal
Kiranpal, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2025
Enjoyed our short stay, plenty of restaurants nearby.
Roslina
Roslina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2026
Room was clean ans staf friendly
Jos
Jos, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2025
Great budget hotel. Great area for food and shopping. Cool architecture is all around the area.
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 3, 2026
Great location for old part of singapore. Great price.
But a bit noisy...as main door doesnt close tight
Hien Trung
Hien Trung, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2025
Clean, easy access, comfortable.
Patrick
Patrick, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 14, 2025
Nice and clean
mukesh
mukesh, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 26, 2025
Nice budget property in a cool area in Singapore with lots of restaurants and shops. A bit far from the closest metro stops but it’s a cheap Grab ride to the airport.
Patrick Joseph P
Patrick Joseph P, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 5, 2025
Place was clean and staff were friendly during our stay. Definitely a good place to stay.
keith-john
keith-john, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2026
We are grateful that their staffs from front desk to customer support are friendly and readily accessible.
They went the extra miles to help me to change my duplicate bookings (double bookings on the same date) , when Expdedia says no and for last minute cancellation there will have zero refund. Ithey really save my day.
A big thank you to the staffs of Ibis Budget Joo chiat,
Peng Cheong
Peng Cheong, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Rooms are basic, but clean. Location is very good, with plenty of restaurants and bars nearby. Staff were friendly. Not too far from the airport by taxi.
Blanka
Blanka, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2024
Its nice place to stay nearby restaurants and easy to find transport.
Mahmood
Mahmood, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2025
Will stay again
Nice hotel, friendly staff good location
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
Perfect location, not to far from the airport.
Sven
Sven, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2025
Nice and quiet place. Clean and well maintained. Friendly staff. Lots of dining options within walking distance. Recommended.
Kaith
Kaith, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Affordable hotel with a good location
Good hotel with a great location from the airport. AC works great room is big enough for 3 of us.
Pierre
Pierre, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Good WiFi, staff is helpful and friendly, always smiling.
John
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2024
The hotel was located near the shops and restaurants which really handy when you don’t want to walk far.
Vineet
Vineet, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 2, 2025
The bed was comfortable. The staff were extremely polite and friendly, the rate was good and the food in the street was excellent. Good for our 12 hour stopover.
Leanne
Leanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2025
This location is in a very cute and historic neighborhood lots of restaurants and convenience stores nearby
Margie
Margie, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 12, 2024
Good area not too far from airport, with some nice restaurants nearby