We found a cosy staycay with all-day dining, city views and a rooftop pool – keep scrolling for my honest review of Hilton Garden Inn Singapore Serangoon.
On the hunt for a value-for-money staycay? Hosting a visiting friend from overseas? Hilton Garden Inn Singapore Serangoon ticks all the right boxes as a conveniently-located, wallet-friendly stay that promises homely comfort and friendly service. (Psst: book directly to earn Hilton Honors loyalty points.) I took a tour of the hotel and checked in for a brief getaway of my own. Here are my thoughts…
A room with a fab view
I stayed at the King Deluxe Room City View, a comfy space with a plush bed and all the usual amenities. Fun fact: the hotel’s Digital Key feature allows advance check-in via the Hilton Honors app, as well as the unlocking of rooms, elevators and the fitness centre using a smartphone instead of a keycard.
The hotel is a short stroll away from Little India MRT station, a relatively central location that makes a city commute convenient. That said, it isn’t exactly in the middle of the city, so I was pleasantly surprised by the amazing view. Expect to see rows of shophouses standing in contrast to high-rise buildings in the distance – a perfect contrast of heritage and modern architecture.
Lounge by the pool or work up a sweat
I enjoyed chilling by the pool after breakfast, right beside The Garden Grille restaurant. This small rooftop pool is best for taking in the sunset view, suntanning, or having a quick splash. I’ll be honest: it’s quite compact, so if you’re keen to swim laps, it might be a squeeze when there are others dipping in. For a proper workout sesh, I’d recommend heading to the gym instead.
On the lobby level, the 24-hour gym offers basic strength training equipment alongside a row of treadmills and exercise bikes. Stuffy gyms aren’t up my street, so I appreciated the use of floor-to-ceiling mirrors and well-spaced equipment for a comfortable workout.
Other facilities include a coin laundry on the pool level, as well as a money changer, computers and printers at the lobby. All that makes Hilton Garden Inn Singapore Serangoon a great option for longer term or business stays, too. It’s also the most economically priced Hilton hotel in Singapore, where local Hilton Honors members can retain their membership statuses and earn loyalty points through a stay or dining experience.
All-day dining: From buffet breakfasts to delish lunches
Breakfast is served at The Garden Grille on level eight. Time to indulge in a buffet spread with western, regional and local eats! From omelettes and baked beans to roti prata and curry, it was a good selection that fuelled me up for the day.
After an arvo of touring the hotel, hanging out by the pool and exploring nearby cafes, I popped back into the restaurant for lunch. The portions were generous, especially for the mains. Even with a guest, we couldn’t polish off the food (either that or we were too stuffed from breakfast!).
To start, we dug into tandoori chicken tikka with a delicious mint sauce, and chicken satay with crunchy achar. These bites were aromatic and tender, perfect to whet our appetites.
Beef burger with sunny side up was our first main of choice (that deliciously runny yolk complemented the succulent beef patty), followed by grilled sea bass with creamed spinach (the fork-tender fish was my favourite).
We couldn’t leave without a sweet treat, so we went with chocolate fondant, which definitely made an impression. That said, this intense dessert was made less heavy with berry coulis on the side, providing a naturally sweet and tart flavour that cut through the richness of the chocolate. Save some stomach space for this treat if you’re dining here, I’d say.
Overall, Hilton Garden Inn Singapore Serangoon is a cosy stay that’s well-suited for various itineraries. From exploring the cultural enclave of Little India, to cafe-hopping in the vicinity, to enjoying a staycay for a respite from the grind, this hotel serves as the ideal home base with myriad facilities and great dining experiences – all at a price point that won’t break the bank!
Hilton Garden Inn Singapore Serangoon, 3 Belilios Road, Singapore 219924
This post is in partnership with Hilton Garden Inn Singapore Serangoon.