YOTEL Singapore is Orchard's most value-for-money staycation + A 3D2N GIVEAWAY!

Media Invite

Opened in Oct 2017, YOTEL Singapore at Orchard was the first YOTEL to open in Asia and because a staycation need not be expensive, YOTEL Singapore has redefined just that by being one of the most affordable hotels in Orchard Road area.

Sharing the same location as International Building, the hotel is just beside Shaw Centre and Lido Theatres, making it just steps away from ION Orchard, Wisma Atria, Wheelock Place, Takashimaya, TANGS and yes, even Orchard MRT. In short, its location is fantastic!

HOTEL LOBBY & CHECK-IN

YOTEL is inspired by first-class air travel which means the clever usage of space with minimalist clean designs occupy the entire hotel.

Oh, do you see the two robots in the above photo? They are YOLANDA and YOSHI, serviced robots which can be called into action with a phone call from your hotel room to deliver simple items like bottles of water or a set of towels. Pity they were off-shift (read: under maintenance) when we were there so we could not test their services.

What we did test out was the speed at which our check-in was completed. If you had read my previous post on YOTEL Changi Airport at Jewel, it is exactly the same check-in process.

Once again, all I had to do was to enter my booking details, self-scan my NRIC and I got my room keys just like that. Everything still under 5 minutes! I can't tell you how convenient that is, especially for families with young kids who always seem to get super restless while waiting to check in at a hotel. Yes, been there done that. 😅

ROOMS

And we were in our rooms or rather cabins, in a jiffy.

Just like the cabins at YOTEL Changi Airport, the cabins here also come with the hotel chain's signature adjustable bed which can be reclined like a sofa and lay fully flat at night during bedtime - all at the touch of a button.

But that's where the similarities end because for starters, the room area is considerably larger than that at YOTEL Changi Airport. Our Premium Queen with View cabin certainly doesn't feel as claustrophobic and there is ample walking space.

Best of all, the cabin comes with full length glass windows and a view!

A thing to note though, the bath and toilet area is located right next to the windows, which means you have to roll down the blinds every time you wish to use the bathroom. Hmmm...

So yes, I feel a little conflicted. The windows with the view is a great touch but because there is a frosted glass partition and door separating the bathroom from the rest of the room, one doesn't get as much natural light streaming into the room in the day time.

But I still love the cabin overall because I'm amazed how the furnishings are designed to fully maximize the available space. There are hidden panels which stores the ironing board and even an umbrella, extra hangers which can be 'pushed' out of the walls and extra desk space made by pulling down a panel from below the television. Even the bedside table managed to fit plenty of features into a tiny space - a pull-out table, a foldable chair, a safe and even a mini fridge!

Bringing along the kids? Then you have to opt for the Premium Queen with Bunk!

It's basically the same room as the Premium Queen cabin but it comes with an additional bunk bed above the Queen bed. And it will always be a hit with the kids, I say! 😁

But enough of chilling in our cabins... it was time to explore YOTEL Orchard's premises!

AMENITIES

Just like any other hotel, YOTEL Orchard has a restaurant, bar, gym and swimming pool. Yes, that last bit always works for the monkies. 🤣

We had earlier walked around ION Orchard, went to Daiso and bought two foam noodles for $2 each at a whim. And who knew how much fun these two cheap long tubes would bring??? 😂😂😂

And did I mention that the pool area is highly Instagram-worthy too? Heh.

KOMYUNITI is the hotel's in-house restaurant which serves all-day dining, and this is also where you will have your buffet breakfast as well.

The selection is pretty decent; not too may choices but sufficient.

Besides the usual staple of sausages, scrambled eggs, bacon, baked beans, there are also fried beehoon, nasi lemak, and congee dishes. And for egg fans, there is an egg station too.

HERE'S A TIP: If you book DIRECT with YOTEL Orchard, you get FREE buffet breakfast as part of the booking! Can't argue with that, no? 

ROOM COST

The room rate for a Premium Queen cabin starts from $144++ while the rate is $160++ for the Premium Queen with Bunk for YOTEL members. The membership is free to sign up by the way.

That said, it will not be surprising that the hotel will run certain promotions now and then. In fact, I checked the rates for the March school holidays weekends and the rates are $137.70++ for the Premium Queen cabin and $153.90++ for the Premium Queen with Bunk cabin! All with free buffet breakfast!

SPECIAL STAYCATION PROMOTION!

YOTEL has newly launched a Staycation package which is perfect for weekenders who are after a unique, comfortable “getaway” experience in the heart of the city and want access to a pool, gym and great F&B choices (think award-winning cocktails!). The package consists of a minimum 2-night staycation experience over a weekend and includes late check-out till 4pm, complimentary breakfast and $40 nett F&B credit at KOMYUNITI. This offer is applicable to all cabin types, subject to availability. To book, visit www.yotel.com/en/hotels/yotel-singapore, select your desired date range (must be minimum 2 nights crossing over a weekend) and choose the Staycation Package option.

OVERALL VERDICT

If you are looking for a staycation in the Orchard area, you probably won't be able to find a cheaper option elsewhere. In addition, you also get to enjoy amenities typically found in more upscale hotels such as a pool and gym.

For more details and to book directly, visit HERE.

[GIVEAWAY]

Thanks to YOTEL Orchard, I have a 3D2N STAYCATION Package (with breakfast) to give away! You can choose from either a Premium Queen cabin or Premium Queen with Bunk cabin.

Redemption period is until 31 August 2020.

To participate, all you have to do is the following:

1. LIKE YOTEL Singapore's Facebook page HERE.
2. Tell me why you wish to win the 3D2N Staycation package. Leave your comment either in the corresponding Facebook post HERE or in this blog post.


TWO WAYS TO INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING!

1. SHARE this blog post of the giveaway on Facebook for a BONUS chance! Remember to set your profile to public so that I can see the shared post.

2. Head to my post on Instagram to score more bonus chances!

Giveaway ends on 20 March 2020, 2359 hours.

GOOD LUCK! 😊



Useful Information

YOTEL Singapore
366 Orchard Road, Singapore 238904
Website