Kampong @ Arab, Singapore - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

48 Arab Street, Singapore, Singapore, 199745

Kampong @ Arab, an indie-inspired hostel in Arab Street's heritage area of local designer boutiques and textile shops, offers free WiFi and complimentary breakfast. The property features barbecue facilities on the rooftop, organized movie nights, and pizza parties.

Secure Dorm Accommodations

Industrial-chic dormitory rooms at Kampong @ Arab accommodate 8-16 guests in bunk beds with air conditioning and in-room safes. A dedicated ladies-only floor provides exclusive access via keycard, featuring separate powder rooms with hairdryers.

Coffee Shop Dining

The hostel's coffee shop serves daily meals.

Essential Guest Services

Shared computer terminals and laundry facilities are available in common areas. Staff assists with discounted tour bookings and provides Muslim prayer mats upon request.

Central Transit Access

Kampong @ Arab sits 5 minutes from Bugis MRT Station, 0.5 miles from Promenade MRT, and 12.5 miles from Changi. The Singapore Art Museum is 1 miles away, while Suntec City and Mustafa Centre are within 1.5 miles.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Bunk Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

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1 person

Bed options:

1 Bunk bed

Air conditioning

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Bunk Bed Female Dormitory Room

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1 person

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1 Bunk bed

Air conditioning

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Basic Triple Room

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3 persons

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Singapore 1.3 km

Airports

Changi (SIN) 19.1 km

Train

Promenade MRT Station900 m

Tanjong Pagar KTM Railway Station 4.1 km

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Kitchen facilities

Air conditioning

General

Free Wi-Fi

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
In-room safe

Room decor

Curtains

Location

48 Arab Street, Singapore, Singapore, 199745

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48 Arab Street, Singapore, Singapore, 199745

City landmarks

Garden

Gardens by the Bay

2.2 km

30 Raffles Avenue

Singapore Flyer

1.5 km

Mall

Suntec City

890 m

10 Bayfront Ave

Marina Bay Sands Singapore

2.3 km

Fountain

Fountain of Wealth

820 m

Museum

National Gallery Singapore

1.6 km

Gallery

National Museum of Singapore

1.8 km

Mall

Bugis Street

790 m

Mall

Esplanade

1.5 km

Church

St Andrew's Cathedral

1.5 km

178 Waterloo Street Kwan im Temple

Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple

1.1 km

Museum

ArtScience Museum

2.0 km

Museum

Asian Civilisations Museum

1.8 km

Monument

Civilian War Memorial

1.1 km

Shopping Area

Clarke Quay

2.3 km

Museum

Singapore Art Museum

1.4 km

Casino

Marina Bay Sands Skypark

2.4 km

Art object

Merlion

1.9 km

Botanical Garden

Cloud Forest

2.0 km

Mall

Funan Digitalife Mall

1.7 km

Museum

Peranakan Museum

1.7 km

Event hall

Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre

1.1 km

30 Victoria Street Chijmes

Chijmes

1.3 km

Event hall

Indian Heritage Centre

1.3 km

Store

Mustafa Centre

1.5 km

Nearby

Mosque

Masjid Sultan

370 m

Museum

Malay Heritage Centre

410 m

48 Arab Street Shophouse the Social Hostel

Arab Street

300 m

Museum

The Parkview Museum

520 m

21A Haji Lane 21A Haji Lane

Haji Lane

280 m

Restaurants

Kampong Glam Cafe

100 m

22 Baghdad Street

%Arabica

20 m

56 Arab Street

House of Kebab

120 m

21 Arab Street

Al'Frank Cookies

100 m

12 Haji Lane

Moosh Softserve

90 m

44 Haji Lane

Chevy's Bar

120 m

247 Beach Road 01-01

Hokkaido Ice Cream Puff

80 m

35 Haji Lane

Aroy Thai Kitchen by Aroy-Dee

160 m

11 Bussorah Street

Bhai Sarbat

100 m

21 Bussorah Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

6.2

Location

8.4

Service

7.0

Dining

7.2

Sophia

United Kingdom, March 2025

6.8/10

My stay at Kampong @ Arab was mostly enjoyable, with well-designed facilities and a prime location. However, my experience was marred by an encounter with a rude staff member, which was disappointing. Despite some concerns about cleanliness, especially with bed bugs mentioned, the hostel provided a good value for money overall. 😕

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were air-conditioned and provided decent beds, ensuring a good night's sleep. Although the lockers were spacious, they weren’t quite large enough for my 60-liter backpack. Overall, the sleeping arrangements were comfortable and convenient.

Service

5.0

Most of the staff were friendly and accommodating, which made the stay more pleasant. Unfortunately, I had a negative encounter with one staff member who was quite rude during my breakfast request, impacting my overall impression.

Location

8.0

The hostel is in a truly central area, just a short walk from the subway and close to numerous shops and eateries. This prime location made it easy to explore Singapore.

Dining

7.0

The included all-day breakfast was a nice touch, allowing me to eat whenever I was hungry. I especially enjoyed the Nutella spread! However, it was a bit inconvenient to have to wash my own dishes.

Facilities

6.0

The common area on the rooftop offered amazing views, and I appreciated the availability of movies to watch. Despite some cleanliness issues, the facilities were generally adequate and well-designed for travelers.

Jayden

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.4/10

My stay at Kampong @ Arab had its ups and downs. The location was fantastic, with easy access to the MRT and a variety of dining options nearby. However, I had a few issues, including a lack of attention to cleanliness in some areas and discomfort in the communal spaces.

Rooms

6.0

The dorm room was quite nice with comfy mattresses and good linens. I appreciated having my own locker and the effective air conditioning. However, I wasn't thrilled with the visible mold in some areas, which took away from the overall cleanliness.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and accommodating, allowing me flexibility with check-in and check-out times. They even helped with my bags when I arrived early and needed to store them after checking out.

Location

9.0

The location is unbeatable! Right in the heart of Singapore, I was close to the MRT and an array of food options, particularly vegetarian restaurants, which was a huge plus for me.

Dining

8.0

The hostel offers a free all-day breakfast, which was great for any time hunger struck. I also enjoyed the cute coffee shop on the ground floor that served delicious food and drinks.

Facilities

7.0

There’s a nice rooftop area and a social lounge with a TV and books. Still, the communal room chairs were uncomfortable, which made hanging out less enjoyable.

Ella

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.4/10

I had a lovely stay at Kampong @ Arab for 4 nights. The dorm was decent with good air conditioning, and I appreciated the free earplugs for noisy roommates. The rooftop area with breakfast till 3 pm was a highlight, and the location was convenient, just a short walk from the bus drop-off and Bugis Street.

Rooms

7.0

The dorm was nice enough but a bit compact. It had good air conditioning, which was a plus.

Service

9.0

The staff were really friendly and always ready to help with any requests I had.

Location

8.0

The hostel is in a central area, just a 5-minute walk to public transport, which was super convenient for getting around.

Dining

9.0

The rooftop breakfast was fantastic, available until 3 pm, and included some comforting porridge.

Facilities

6.0

Overall, the facilities were decent but could improve; I noticed some broken beds and lockers.

Jordan

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.4/10

My stay at Kampong @ Arab was nice, mainly due to its fantastic location and the friendly staff. However, the room could get a bit cramped with so many beds. Overall, it was a good value for the price.

Rooms

7.0

I stayed in a 14-bed dorm that was clean and bright. It wasn’t too cramped, yet with so many people, it felt a bit small. The air-conditioning kept it comfortable.

Service

8.0

The staff were approachable and helpful. They even guided me through a map, making exploring much easier.

Location

9.0

Perfectly located on Arab St, just a short walk from the Bugis MRT. The area was quieter at night, which helped me get a good night's sleep.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was basic with cereal and toast, but hey, there was Nutella! Plus, there’s a trendy café below the hostel that’s great for coffee.

Facilities

8.0

I appreciated the high-speed Wi-Fi. The bathrooms were super clean, adding to the overall comfort of the stay.

Kate

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at Kampong @ Arab. The location is fantastic, really central and close to the metro. However, I struggled with cleanliness and pest issues, which really dampened my stay. The overall vibe was friendly, but I wouldn't recommend it due to the severe bed bug situation I encountered.

Rooms

5.0

I stayed in a dorm room, and it had significant cleanliness issues. I found bed bugs on the wall and in the sheets, which was really disturbing. The bunk bed creaked a lot, making it hard to sleep.

Service

5.0

The staff seemed overwhelmed and didn't take my complaints about the bed bugs seriously. When I reported my bites, the offer of a free drink felt dismissive given the circumstances.

Location

8.0

The hostel is in a great spot, very central and easy to reach via public transport. Being close to everything was definitely a plus during my stay.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was simple, with toast, peanuts and jelly, cornflakes, and drinks. It wasn't anything special, but it did the job.

Facilities

6.0

The rooftop area was nice, but the overall cleanliness detracted from enjoying the facilities. I appreciate having a locker for each bed, which is a nice touch.