Thian Hock Keng (literally "Palace of Heavenly Happiness") at 158 Telok Ayer Street in Singapore is the oldest and most significant temple of the Hokkiens in the country. Some of the building material of the temple was brought over from China, and others were recycled from ballasts in ships. The local Indian community of Chulia Street also helped build the temple, and a statue of a man was placed in the right wing as a reminder and gesture for their contribution. The temple was completed in 1842, but a major renovation of the temple was initiated in 1998 and completed in 2000. The renovation received an honourable mention from the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation in 2001.

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YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road

Orchard, 5.5 km from Bishan

Inderdeep

₹11,353 total

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18 Jan - 19 Jan

Hotel 81 Orchid

6.3 km from Bishan

Cade

₹5,611 total

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12 Jan - 13 Jan

Hotel Boss

5.9 km from Bishan

Ni-Ling

₹9,153 total

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12 Jan - 13 Jan

Futura Boutique Hostel

7.8 km from Bishan

NOOR

2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, rooftop bar

Carlton City Hotel Singapore

8.8 km from Bishan

Marilyn

₹19,265 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Furama RiverFront

Singapore River, 7.5 km from Bishan

Susie

₹8,080 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jan - 12 Jan

Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay by IHG

Clarke Quay, 7.3 km from Bishan

Kenneth

₹15,473 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jan - 11 Jan

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Hotel Mi Bencoolen

Bencoolen, 6.3 km from Bishan

Elizabeth

₹10,417 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan

Loft Terrace Room (One Large Double Bed) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

M Social Singapore

7.1 km from Bishan

CRISANTA

₹11,100 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jan - 30 Jan

Hotel Classic by Venue

Geylang, 7.7 km from Bishan

Gleb

₹7,512 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

V Hotel Lavender

5.8 km from Bishan

Shona

₹9,623 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jan - 29 Jan

Hotel 81 Premier Princess

6.4 km from Bishan

Rohit

₹5,932 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan

JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La

Orchard, 5.9 km from Bishan

Ninan

₹14,345 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jan - 12 Jan

Outdoor pool, open 7 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Carlton Hotel Singapore

Downtown Core, 6.7 km from Bishan

Suyash

₹15,113 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jan - 13 Jan

YOTELAIR Singapore Changi Airport

Changi, 16.6 km from Bishan

Jillian

₹13,421 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jan - 30 Jan

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

ibis budget Singapore Crystal

6.6 km from Bishan

TROY

₹5,896 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Feb - 5 Feb

lyf Funan Singapore

Downtown Core, 7.1 km from Bishan

lisa

₹12,404 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan

Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong by IHG

9 km from Bishan

Dr. Natalie

₹13,203 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

Studio M Hotel

Singapore River, 7.2 km from Bishan

Brodie Ron

₹10,548 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan

Shangri-La Singapore

5.1 km from Bishan

Randall

₹26,686 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

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Marina Bay

Known for its beautiful waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Marina Bay. Check out top attractions like Marina Bay Sands Casino and Gardens by the Bay, and jump on the metro at Bayfront Station or Marina South Station to see more of the city.

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Sentosa Island

Singapore's island playground just 800 metres from the mainland offers fun in the sun for all ages.

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Clarke Quay Mall showing shopping, interior views and modern architecture

Downtown Singapore

Downtown Singapore is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Orchard Road and Clarke Quay Central. See more of Singapore by jumping on the metro at Clarke Quay Station or Chinatown Station.

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Changi

Known for its pristine beaches and ample dining options, there's plenty to explore in Changi. You can visit top attractions like Jewel Changi Airport and Slide @ T3, and jump on the metro at E Station or D Station to see more of the city.

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Orchard

Orchard Road and Lucky Plaza are a few top attractions in Orchard. Hop around the city on the metro at Orchard Station or Somerset Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, beautiful gardens and popular shops.

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Top Bishan Hotel Reviews

Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore

10/10 Excellent

"Central to absolutely everything. Wonderful property although at capacity the pool and breakfast areas are quite overcrowded."

The Fullerton Hotel Singapore

10/10 Excellent

"Very posh, 100 yr old English hotel from colonial times. Beautiful grand staircases and marble. Lobby and rooms felt like Great Gatsby era. We had the balcony room on the 6th fl with a view of Marina Bay Sands. Breakfast was unbelievable! Everything you could possibly image from western, Asian and Indian cuisines. The room was pretty small but had everything that we needed. Beautiful polished wood furniture. Great firm mattress and my favorable Toto toilet with wash and dry modules!"

Carlton City Hotel Singapore

10/10 Excellent

"Been staying at the Carlton City Singapore Hotel for several years on my business trips. Normally one or two nights and it’s perfect for me as check in is quick, location is easy to get to Changi Airport, it’s quite, rooms are very comfortable and decent size. Beds are great, ticks all the boxes for me. "

Frequently asked questions

What is Bishan like?

Travellers to the Bishan neighbourhood in Singapore will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Bishan travel tips? Make sure that you visit Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery and Bishan Sports Hall while you're in the neighbourhood.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Bishan, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Bishan.

What can I see and do in this Singapore neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, MacRitchie Reservoir Park and Central Catchment Nature Reserve. Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery and Bishan Sports Hall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Bishan include Kallang River Loop, Junction 8 Shopping Centre and Bishan Sports Recreation Center. While you're out sightseeing, Bishan Stadium and MacRitchie Treetop Walk are a couple of additional sights to visit in Singapore.

How can I get around Bishan and the greater Singapore area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Marymount Station, Upper Thomson Station or Bishan Station.

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YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road

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Hotel Mi Bencoolen

M Social Singapore

Hotel Classic by Venue

V Hotel Lavender

Hotel 81 Premier Princess

JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La

Carlton Hotel Singapore

YOTELAIR Singapore Changi Airport

ibis budget Singapore Crystal

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Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong by IHG

Studio M Hotel

Shangri-La Singapore

Where to stay in Bishan

Marina Bay

Sentosa Island

Downtown Singapore

Changi

Orchard

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