I booked directly on their website and took advantage of their 30 Days in Advance Promo Rate. For a 3-night stay, the rate was SGD 301.26 for a Standard Twin Room. There was a note that said "charged on booking," but I was surprised when the amount was not posted on our credit card. So, my husband ended up paying for the accommodation upon arrival.
Location
The hotel is located right along the scenic Robertson Quay area, a peaceful stretch of the Singapore River lined with restaurants, cafés, and walking paths. It is also close to Clarke Quay and other central attractions, making it a convenient base for exploring the city. The hotel is near Fort Canning MRT Station, which adds to its accessibility.
The Room
The room was small, as expected for a budget hotel in Singapore, but it had everything they needed. It included a private bathroom, air conditioning, a comfortable bed, and Wi-Fi. While not luxurious, it was clean and functional, which was perfect since they spent most of their time out sightseeing.
Meals
Breakfast was not included, but that turned out to be a good thing. With so many food options nearby, from hawker centres to riverside cafés, they had the freedom to try something different each morning. They also visited a grocery store to buy bread, fruits, drinks, and snacks that they could eat at the hotel or take with them while exploring Singapore.
Robertson Quay Hotel was a practical and convenient choice for their trip. It is a no-frills kind of place, but its great location and reasonable price made it a good fit for a short stay. It is ideal for travelers who just need a clean and comfortable place to rest after a full day out in the city.
The hotel also offers a swimming pool and gym, but since they were busy exploring, they did not get to use these amenities.
This is our seventh hotel booking in Singapore. You can check my “Where to Stay in Singapore” post to see the full list. If you are planning another low-key, budget-friendly trip, Robertson Quay Hotel is worth considering.
Update: August 2026
Robertson Quay Hotel — Our Family Experience
I booked Robertson Quay Hotel last year for my husband and father-in-law’s trip to Singapore. Fast forward to this year, our little family of three traveled to Singapore as well, and I ended up booking the same hotel again.
Singapore may be relatively close to the Philippines, but traveling here can still be quite expensive, especially when you’re trying to find a hotel that won’t hurt your budget.
When I told my husband that I was planning to book Robertson Quay Hotel again, he actually told me to look for another hotel because he remembered how small the room was.
So I tried. I checked other affordable hotels, but when I compared the rates of other 3-star hotels, ang mahal pa rin! Imagine, our 4-star hotel in Melbourne, Australia was actually cheaper, and the room was much bigger!
At that point, I didn’t want to spend any more time hunting for a hotel, so I settled for Robertson Quay Hotel again. Their rate was the cheapest among the other hotels I found. At least I already knew what to expect.
This time, since we were a family of three, I booked the Deluxe Triple Room. I also took advantage of their 30 Days in Advance promo, just like I did last year.
For our booking, we paid:
· 1 night — SGD 136.57
· 2 nights — SGD 257.06
Last year, my husband simply paid for the hotel upon arrival. This time, however, I received an email from the hotel asking me to settle the payment a few days before our trip.
So, how was our family experience at Robertson Quay Hotel? Was the Deluxe Triple Room worth it for a family of three? And was I still happy with my decision to book this hotel again?
Here’s my updated review.
Our Check-In and Room Experience
Looking back at our trip, we flew from Manila to Singapore via Singapore Airlines and took a taxi from Changi Airport to Robertson Quay Hotel. We were supposed to stay at Robertson Quay Hotel for our first night before heading to Batam, Indonesia the following day.
But little did I know that our accommodation would actually change!
During check-in, the staff informed us about a special promo they were offering that day. They asked if we would like to try staying at their other property in Sentosa, Siloso Beach Resort, instead. Of course, we said yes! It was an unexpected opportunity, so why not?
Since we would be returning to Robertson Quay Hotel after our Batam trip, we simply left our two big pieces of luggage at the hotel and brought only what we needed for our overnight stay in Sentosa and our trip to Batam.
On our third day, we returned to Robertson Quay Hotel. It was already evening by the time we got back, so our room was ready for us. And just like that, I finally got to see our room.
I already knew that the room would be small, but I was still surprised by just how small the Deluxe Triple Room was! Compared to the room my husband and father-in-law stayed in last year, our room this time was even smaller. You can see the photos below and judge for yourself!
With three people, three big pieces of luggage, and our hand-carry backpacks, moving around the room was definitely a challenge. There wasn't much space left once we opened our luggage.
The bathroom was small too. In fact, our room on the Disney Adventure Cruise was much bigger! But despite the limited space, I honestly did not regret booking Robertson Quay Hotel again.
Why?
Because for this particular trip, we really just needed a place to sleep. We were out most of the day, and the hotel’s location was still one of its biggest advantages.
Robertson Quay Hotel is close to the MRT, convenience stores, tourist attractions, and several restaurants. We also had a nice view of the river from our room, which was a pleasant bonus.
So yes, the room was small, but considering the price and the location, I still felt that it worked for our trip.
Sometimes, when you're traveling, especially with a busy itinerary, you have to ask yourself: How much time are we really going to spend inside the hotel anyway? For us, the answer was: not much.
Robertson Quay Hotel
15 Merbau Road, Robertson Quay
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