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A rooftop infinity pool with green seating and red umbrellas, overlooking a city skyline.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a small table with a drink, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A person dining at an outdoor table with a city skyline in the background.

A modern hotel room with a city view, a sofa set, yellow chairs, and a large window.

1. JEN Singapore Orchardgateway by Shangri-La

0.9 km from Istana

Ami

NT$6,482

NT$7,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A tall hotel with a curved facade, illuminated signage, and a prominent 'Carlton' sign at the top.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a decorative chandelier.

An outdoor seating area with tables, chairs, and a sofa, surrounded by large potted plants and wooden slats.

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

2. Carlton Hotel Singapore

Downtown Core, 1.4 km from Istana

Joseph Oluwafemi

NT$5,931

NT$7,111 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel lobby with high ceilings, a central seating area, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel lobby with a central potted plant, geometric light fixtures, and a clean, minimalist design.

A modern hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, surrounded by high-rise buildings and a busy urban street at dusk.

3. Hilton Singapore Orchard

Orchard, 1.1 km from Istana

Benjamin

NT$7,771

NT$9,317 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a glass door leading to a bedroom, and lush green plants.

A bar area with a marble counter, bar stools, shelves with bottles, and a display case with pastries.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a large window with a city view.

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs, a clear sky, and a cityscape view.

4. Oakwood Bencoolen Singapore

1 km from Istana

Robin

NT$4,813

NT$5,771 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Two people standing by a pool with a white fence and lush greenery in the background.

A spacious lounge area with a bar, seating arrangements, and a view of the bar area.

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a round table, and two chairs. There is a large window with a view of trees, and a white cabinet with glass doors.

5. METT Singapore

Museum, 1.1 km from Istana

Stephanie

NT$10,098

NT$12,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A rooftop lounge with lounge chairs and a glass balustrade overlooking a cityscape.

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and a wooden table, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pond.

A modern hotel room with a city view, a built-in bench, a red armchair, and a small table with a cup and a book.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'quintet' sign, featuring a grid of balconies, large windows, and a mix of glass and brown facade.

6. Quincy Hotel Singapore by Far East Hospitality

1 km from Istana

Deeksha

NT$5,404

NT$6,480 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A modern pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by buildings with large windows and a clear sky.

A courtyard with various plants, a rock garden, and a view through large windows.

A modern building with a 'Citadines CONNECT' sign, featuring a vertical facade and arched entrances.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a coffee table, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

7. Citadines Connect City Centre Singapore

0.9 km from Istana

Ying

NT$5,430

NT$6,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A buffet setup with various food containers and utensils.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and a building in the background.

A modern reception desk with a wooden finish, a glass display case with various bottles, and a digital kiosk.

8. Holiday Inn Express Singapore Orchard Road by IHG

Orchard, 0.9 km from Istana

Mohamed

NT$5,585

NT$6,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a view of the city.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and high-rise buildings.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a small round table with a bottle of wine and glasses, and a minibar with various items.

9. One Farrer Hotel

1.3 km from Istana

Kiara

NT$6,666

NT$7,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a bartender preparing drinks.

A lush indoor garden with multiple water features and dense foliage.

A lush indoor garden with a pathway leading to a seating area with wicker furniture and white cushions.

A serene outdoor pool area with a water feature, surrounded by lush greenery and modern seating.

10. Grand Hyatt Singapore

Orchard, 1.3 km from Istana

Laurie

NT$9,474

NT$11,360 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A woman in a swimsuit walking on a rooftop terrace with a cityscape view.

A modern building with a prominent "COMO" sign, featuring a glass facade and a structured, illuminated facade.

A dance studio with large windows and mirrors, equipped with ballet barres and a barre.

A modern building with a glass facade and a wooden exterior wall, set against a city skyline at night.

11. COMO Metropolitan Singapore

Orchard, 0.9 km from Istana

Ronald

NT$9,576

NT$11,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A lobby with chandeliers, seating, a reception desk, and a patterned floor.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and buildings.

A spacious living room with a large window, a chandelier, and a view of the cityscape.

A multi-story hotel with a grand entrance, large windows, and a covered walkway.

12. Frasers House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Singapore

Bugis Village, 1.4 km from Istana

Kamel

NT$9,402

NT$11,273 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a decorative chandelier.

A buffet area with seafood, salads, and various dishes.

A modern hotel room with a living area, a dining table, a sofa, and a TV.

A swimming pool with colorful lounge chairs and a red building facade.

13. Royal Plaza on Scotts

Orchard, 1.4 km from Istana

Kurt Wei

NT$6,171

NT$7,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A hotel room with a built-in wooden wardrobe, a minibar with water bottles, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

A hotel with white exterior walls and blue window shutters, featuring a traditional architectural style.

A hotel room with a white countertop, a wall-mounted light, a kettle, a coffee maker, and a tissue box.

A modern room with a built-in wardrobe, a seating area with a blue sofa, and a small table.

14. Rest Rochor Hotel

Little India, 0.9 km from Istana

arpit

NT$2,208

NT$2,648 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

An outdoor pool area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and buildings in the background.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a wooden ceiling.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and shelves of bottles.

15. Goodwood Park Hotel

Orchard, 1.2 km from Istana

Jacqueline

NT$8,474

NT$8,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern hotel lobby with a geometric ceiling design, a brick floor, and a reception area with a plant.

A modern living room with a sofa, a large decorative vase, and a unique sculptural piece.

A swimming pool with a fountain, surrounded by palm trees and a modern building with multiple floors and balconies.

The exterior of the Rendezvous Hotel in Singapore, featuring a prominent sign, classical architecture, and a modern glass building adjacent to it.

16. Rendezvous Hotel Singapore by Far East Hospitality

Museum, 0.9 km from Istana

Jade

NT$5,088

NT$6,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern building with a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and illuminated windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the cityscape, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

A modern interior with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

17. Citadines Rochor Singapore

Little India, 0.8 km from Istana

Dillone

NT$4,039

NT$4,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern interior with a mix of seating areas, including a sofa, chairs, and a dining table.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a large window with blinds.

A rooftop pool area with a seating arrangement and surrounding greenery.

A compact kitchen with a wooden staircase.

18. Wanderlust by The Unlimited Collection

Little India, 1.1 km from Istana

Denise

NT$3,590

NT$4,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel with a large billboard, a glass facade, and a modern architectural design.

A modern, blue-lit hallway with a reflective floor, leading to a reception area.

An elevator with a metallic interior and a glass panel.

19. Pullman Singapore Orchard

Orchard, 1 km from Istana

Xunbin

NT$7,340

NT$8,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A buffet setup with various food items and a chef in uniform.

A traditional multi-tiered building with illuminated red and white detailing, likely a cultural or historical site.

A modern bar area with a high ceiling, bar stools, and a large chandelier.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape.

20. Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre by IHG

0.5 km from Istana

Michael

NT$5,385

NT$6,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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Compare popular hotels close to Istana

Property	Property class	Guest rating
JEN Singapore Orchardgateway by Shangri-La	9.4 Exceptional 1,166 reviews	View
Carlton Hotel Singapore	9.2 Wonderful 2,786 reviews	View
Hilton Singapore Orchard	9.2 Wonderful 1,008 reviews	View
Oakwood Bencoolen Singapore	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
METT Singapore	9.4 Exceptional 54 reviews	View

Top Istana Hotel Reviews

JEN Singapore Orchardgateway by Shangri-La

10/10 Excellent

"Very good hotel with excellent location"

Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore

10/10 Excellent

"This is one of top three choices of my staycation experience in Singapore. There is nothing negative of my holiday in this hotel. It is 98 points out of 100 points in my score (98 percent)."

Hotel Waterloo Singapore - Handwritten Collection

8/10 Good

"The location is very handy and the staff super friendly. The room was tiny but the mattresses were good and firm and the hotel was fairly quiet. They could provide more tea and coffee in the room though. For two people we only found one tea bag of green tea and one black tea, respectively, and we had to ask for more repetitively."

Hilton Garden Inn Singapore Serangoon

10/10 Excellent

"Spend an extend weekend with kids. Overall good experience. The chef of kind enough to prepare vegetarian dishes for us."

Hotel Boss

10/10 Excellent

"All good"

Carlton Hotel Singapore

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect room on the top floor. Great breakfast, typical for Asian countries. Had a swim in the pool, very clean and relaxing."

JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La

10/10 Excellent

"Nice"

Citadines Rochor Singapore

8/10 Good

"Location was great , room spacious and loved the amenities offered for a comfortable stay. If looking for a clean spacious location , this is it."

ibis Singapore On Bencoolen

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was very good. Good location."

Other attractions near Istana

Plaza Singapura

8.8/10 (25 reviews)

During your visit to Singapore, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Plaza Singapura. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Mount Emily Park

After visiting Mount Emily Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Singapore. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

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Tekka Centre

7.4/10 (23 reviews)

During your visit to Singapore, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Tekka Centre. Stroll along the marina or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Centrepoint

8.8/10 (6 reviews)

During your trip to Singapore, you can enjoy retail therapy at Centrepoint. Wander the picturesque gardens and marina in this vibrant area.

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Tan Teng Niah House

7.8/10 (9 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Singapore with a trip to Tan Teng Niah House. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

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Istana Park

After visiting Istana Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Singapore. Amble within Chinatown or visit the temples in this vibrant area.

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Little India Arcade

8.0/10 (61 reviews)

During your visit to Singapore, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Little India Arcade. Amble around this vibrant area's marina or experience its fascinating museums.

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Tan Yeok Nee House

Tan Yeok Nee House is just one of the places to see in Singapore, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Istana?

Istana is located in a vibrant area of Singapore known for its picturesque gardens and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 271 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Istana?

Carlton Hotel Singapore is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Istana. Other good choices close by include Hotel Waterloo Singapore - Handwritten Collection and YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Istana?

Expedia has 271 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Istana.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Istana, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Istana.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Istana?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Istana, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Istana?

National Museum of Singapore, Former City Hall, and Asian Civilisations Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Stamford House, Tan Teng Niah House, and Tan Yeok Nee House are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at Esplanade Theatres, Capitol Theatre, and Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Istana?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around Istana is a breeze. Make your way to Newton Station for metro transit. You can learn about water travel options at the local marina.

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Our top choices for Istana hotels

1. JEN Singapore Orchardgateway by Shangri-La

2. Carlton Hotel Singapore

3. Hilton Singapore Orchard

4. Oakwood Bencoolen Singapore

5. METT Singapore

6. Quincy Hotel Singapore by Far East Hospitality

7. Citadines Connect City Centre Singapore

8. Holiday Inn Express Singapore Orchard Road by IHG

9. One Farrer Hotel

10. Grand Hyatt Singapore

11. COMO Metropolitan Singapore

12. Frasers House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Singapore

13. Royal Plaza on Scotts

14. Rest Rochor Hotel

15. Goodwood Park Hotel

16. Rendezvous Hotel Singapore by Far East Hospitality

17. Citadines Rochor Singapore

18. Wanderlust by The Unlimited Collection

19. Pullman Singapore Orchard

20. Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre by IHG

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Top Istana Hotel Reviews

JEN Singapore Orchardgateway by Shangri-La

Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore

Hotel Waterloo Singapore - Handwritten Collection

Hilton Garden Inn Singapore Serangoon

Hotel Boss

Carlton Hotel Singapore

JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La

Citadines Rochor Singapore

ibis Singapore On Bencoolen

Other attractions near Istana

Plaza Singapura

Mount Emily Park

Tekka Centre

Centrepoint

Tan Teng Niah House

Istana Park

Little India Arcade

Tan Yeok Nee House

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