Balestier Travel Guide
Singapore
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Singapore
Enjoy the exciting rides at Universal Studios Singapore and find out why this is a favourite theme park in Singapore. Amble around this vibrant area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Orchard Road
Flash the plastic at one of Asia's premier shopping destinations where designer labels and market bargains mingle.
Marina Bay Sands Skypark
Marina Bay Sands Skypark is just one of the places to see in Singapore, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Marina Bay Sands Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Marina Bay Sands Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Singapore? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Gardens by the Bay
This new but much loved attraction bring 'the garden to the city'.
Singapore Zoo
Hang out with orang-utans and ride on the back of an elephant at this award-winning zoo.
Top hotels in Balestier
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Singapore Novena by IHG
Friendly staff, breakfast was great, room was nice and clean.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Pan Pacific Singapore
We recently stayed at Pan Pacific Singapore to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. We booked a Pacific Club room, which gave us access to the Level 38 Pacific Club lounge—and it truly elevated our stay. The champagne breakfast each morning ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
Great location, close to the Orchard MRT station and surprisingly quiet. The gym was good for staying in shape and the pool quite nice for an afternoon dip to cool off. Overall excellent value.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Carlton Hotel Singapore
Great room, nice pool!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Fullerton Hotel Singapore
The room was spacious and comfortable. We loved the breakfast buffet. The staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay
Lovely clean and comfortable room with balcony upgrade. Excellent buffet breakfast. Wonderful pool, bar and cafe. Great location, close to Chinatown and metro station. Highly recommend this hotel for location and price.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balestier
Little India
Little India is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Little India Arcade and Mustafa Centre, and you can get around town on the metro at Little India Station.
Rochor
While you're in Rochor, take in top sights like Little India Arcade or Tekka Centre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jalan Besar Station or Rochor MRT Station.
Kallang
Enjoy the popular shops in Kallang. Singapore National Stadium is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Lavender Station or Bendemeer MRT Station to see more of Singapore.
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.
Bugis Village
If you're spending time in Bugis Village, you might enjoy attractions like Bugis Street Shopping District and Bugis+ Shopping Center. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Bugis Station to see more of the city.
Singapore River
Robertson Quay and Clarke Quay Central are a few top attractions in Singapore River. Hop around the city on the metro at Fort Canning MRT station or Clarke Quay Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops.
