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Society Backpackers' Hotel

259A Jalan Besar, Singapore 208934, Singapore (Formerly Ark259 Lodge)
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013
anna_manc Manchester, United Kingdom
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Manchester, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

I actually moved here from another place which was too noisy for me to sleep, and the staff were really nice, (although not too much in that way that lots of SE Asian places are). You get a fair bit of privacy in the dorms as there are curtains across your bed and security provided by a big locker. Wi-fi... More

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Hyderabad, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Society Backpackers is very gud place to stay and enjoi in singapore the hostel very well Neatly Maintained and hygienic to live n enjoy coming to other side the staff is very friendly availble at any time of point to help you out to reach any place in singapore i enjoyed here stay for 17days of my trip learned many... More

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Phuket, Thailand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

The Society Backpackers in Singapore was a very well priced and decent hostel. I stayed in a group of 4 in a 20 dorm room, and it wasn't as daunting as I thought. I expected 20 people making noise and messing with my stuff. But to be honest a lot of guests actually live there and have all there stuff... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013 via mobile

Stayes here for two nights and had a great base to see Singapore, very helpfull staff who went out of their way to give information on what to see, where to eat and how to get to these places. A relaxed place with free lockers and comfortable beds. Would definatley return!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

Nowhere is cheap in Singapore but you can save a few pennies by staying here. We had a room (2 bunk beds). Clean linen, good air con, clean shared bathroom. It was quiet and just a place to lay our heads but no character. If you are looking for atmosphere try somewhere else. Staff were helpful and lots of amenities... More

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Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2012

Stayed once due to recommendation but never regretted my choice as the people there are awfully friendly and helpful. With the latest renovation, the place is really making every penny I spent worth..will never doubt if I ever go Singapore in future, Society Backpackers' will be the first choice :)

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Cadiz, Spain
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2012

I want to promote and to congratulate to the Society Backpackers Hotel in Singapore, Personally I was there and I give him a very special vote, for being cozy, wonderfully ... in every sense. To give the congratulation to his manager Terence Chong for s or amiability, comity, dedication ... and to his wonderful family. To all those that work... More

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012

stayed here with 4 other friends for new year's eve. We made a booking at one of the hotel, same row with this hotel, but the room was given away and they refund our money. So we randomly picked Ark259 Lodge and it was an awesome stay. we got a room at the ground level, right next to lobby, shared... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2012

My boyfriend and I stayed in the dorm room and really enjoyed the the air conditioning and the price. The staff at Society are really helpful and friendly. They were very knowledgeable about Singapore. My all time favorite thing was the blackberry jam for breakfast and the cheap beer. Thank you for making our stay comfortable and pleasant. We will... More

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Canberra, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2012

A big thank you to the family team at 'Society backpackers Hotel'. You guys made my 7 nights stay in your hotel a very comfortable and enjoyable one. Your personal care and concerns for the guests much impressed me as many hostels or hotels are just too commercialised. This hotel is just newly renovated 2 months ago and everythng here... More

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Also Known As:
Society Backpackers' Hotel Singapore
Address: 259A Jalan Besar, Singapore 208934, Singapore (Formerly Ark259 Lodge)
Region: Singapore > Singapore
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet
Hotel Style:
Ranked #47 of 146 Speciality lodging in Singapore
Price range (per night): $28 - $99
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Ark259 Lodge is a clean, safe, friendly hostel centrally situated along the main road of Jalan Besar, five minutes walk from Farrer Park MRT station, and tucked amidst the colourful and vibrant food and shopping area of Little India. The hostel is in an old style building with a rooftop terrace that overlooks old charmed pre-war shops, modern buildings, condominiums and shopping malls. We provide a range of services to ensure your stay is comfortable. ... more   less 
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