Hotels in Bukit Brown

Bukit Brown Cemetery is also known to the local community as Kopi Sua or Coffee Hill. It was a Chinese public cemetery that had been established in the early 20th Century. It was believed to be the biggest Chinese graveyard outside China, hosting about 100,000 graves. It is located between Lornie Road and Mount Pleasant Road, and off Sime Road and Kheam Hock Road, and is still in existence until today, despite it already being abandoned. The cemetery was named after its first owner, George Henry Brown. Brown had been a shipowner who had arrived in Singapore from Calcutta in the 1840s and had bought the area and named it Mount Pleasant.

Bukit Brown was then acquired by the government of Singapore as pressure to provide a municipal cemetery for the Chinese communities in Singapore had increased. The cemetery was then opened in 1st January 1922 and was managed as a public burial ground. By the year 1929, Bukit Brown cemetery was accounted for about 40% of Chinese burials within the municipal limits. The cemetery was then eventually closed.

Today, the cemetery is home to many bird species and wildlife and has become a popular leisure park for nature lovers. However, there is not much development of housing estates surrounding the vicinity.

How to Get There

By MRT

The only way to get to Bukit Brown by MRT train is to drop down at Bukit Brown MRT station. It is a part of the Circle Line. Unfortunately, due to the lack of development in the area, the station is currently closed as not many visitors visit the area. The only option to get here is by bus or taxi.

By Bus

Buses are the most common public transportation in Singapore, provided by two operators; SBS Transit and SMRT. To get to Bukit Brown, you can hail a bus at main bus transit stations and get down at several stations surrounding the area of Bukit Brown. Bus fares range from 67 cents to SGD 1.58.

By Taxi

Taxi is not the main mean of public transportation as they are metered and can be slightly more expensive than the prior two options. However, it is best used to get to your destination easily without having to walk or figure out which route to take. Nonetheless, customers are guaranteed a fixed fare as all taxis are metered.

Tourist Attractions

MacRitchie Reservoir Park

Dubbed as the largest and oldest water catchment in Singapore, this area has also attracted many nature lovers as it is surrounded by lush greeneries as well as wildlife. The trail surrounding the reservoir can take up 1 to 4 hours of hiking. Be mindful to bring along plenty of drinking water as well as appropriately dressed.

MacRitchie Treetop Trail

If you are a nature lover, you should not miss out on hiking the trail of the MacRitchie. The trail is located about 2.5km away from the reservoir, and the Lornie Road entrance is the tree top walk, suspended about 250 meters. It provides an aerial view of the surrounding forest and one you should not miss out on.

National Orchid Garden

The National Orchid Garden is located within the boundaries of Singapore Botanic Gardens. It provides visitors with a total of 60,000 orchid plants consisting of 1000 different species and more than 2000 hybrid species.

Hotels

Hotel Royal, Novenna

Since there are no hotels located in Bukit Brown itself, you are recommended to book your stay in the nearest vicinity. Hotel Royal, located in Novenna, provides you with a luxurious stay with comfortable and spacious rooms. There is a bus station located directly in front of the hotel so getting around will not be a problem.

Mandarin Orchard

Located in Orchard Road area, this hotel is another option for that luxurious accommodation you have planned out. Complete with an indoor swimming pool, 24-hour security as well as reception desk service, your stay will be guaranteed its comfort and safety. From here, you can take the nearest MRT station located in Orchard Road or take a public bus instead.

ABC Premium Hostel

If you wish for a more budget hotel and do not mind sharing spaces with other travellers, you are recommended to pick your stay here. This hotel is located in the heart of Little India, so getting around by bus or MRT train will not be a hassle for you. Eateries surrounded the hotel as well, so you do not have to worry about what to get. This hotel provides you with the comfort of your home and priorities your safety as well.

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