Step out of Lavender MRT station on the East-West Line, and a short walk brings you to Jalan Sultan and the 19-storey tower of Hotel Boss. Traveloka's listing records the property as built in 2015, with 19 floors and 1,500 rooms, so this is a large, busy hotel rather than a small guesthouse. It carries a four-star rating on Traveloka and sits at 500 Jalan Sultan Road, Singapore 199020, in the area Traveloka files under Bugis.
Hotel Boss is operated by Worldwide Hotels, the Singapore group whose portfolio also includes the V Hotel, Hotel Mi, Value Hotel, Venue Hotel and Hotel 81 brands. The hotel's own website describes its setting as being between Kampong Glam and Little India, two of Singapore's most characterful heritage districts, and that in-between position is a large part of its appeal: you can spend a morning around Arab Street and Haji Lane, then cross over to the shops and eateries of Little India in the afternoon without needing a taxi.
The property is built for volume and convenience rather than boutique intimacy. Rooms are compact and practical, the building houses a cluster of restaurants on its lower levels, and the list of services is long: a 24-hour receptionist, 24-hour security, concierge, doorman, multilingual staff, luggage storage and a money changer are all recorded on the listing.
The official Hotel Boss website lists nine room categories. Most are 14 square metres and designed for two guests, with a step up to 17 and 19 square metres for the Premier, Triple and Family rooms. The ladder below runs from the entry-level category upwards. Sizes follow the official site; Traveloka's own listing text gives slightly larger figures for the three larger categories, so check the room details shown at booking.
The Standard Queen is the entry-level room at Hotel Boss. It measures 14 square metres, sleeps up to two people and faces the hotel's internal atrium rather than the street. It suits solo travellers and couples who plan to spend most of the day out exploring and simply need a clean, air-conditioned base.
The Superior Queen shares the 14-square-metre footprint and two-person occupancy of the Standard Queen, also with an atrium view, and sits one rung higher on the hotel's room ladder.
This version of the Superior Queen keeps the same size and occupancy but looks outwards. The official site describes the outlook as a city view over the Rochor River or Kallang Road, which is the better pick if natural light and a sense of the neighbourhood matter to you.
Another 14-square-metre, two-guest room, this one comes with a balcony facing the atrium. It is one of three balcony categories at Hotel Boss.
For friends or colleagues who prefer separate beds, the Superior Twin offers two-person occupancy in 14 square metres with an atrium view. The Superior Twin (City View) is the outward-facing variant, with the official site describing its view as overlooking the Rochor Canal.
The Premier Queen (Balcony) is the most spacious two-person room, at 17 square metres according to the official site. It combines a city view with a balcony, making it the natural upgrade for couples on a longer stay.
The Triple sleeps three guests in 17 square metres with a city view. It is a practical option for small families or a group of three friends who want to share one room. Bed arrangements may vary, so confirm the configuration shown on the room card before you book.
The largest category is the Family (Balcony), at 19 square metres for up to four guests, with a balcony facing the atrium. Traveloka's listing also records family rooms among the hotel's general facilities.
Across the property, the in-room facilities recorded on Traveloka's listing include air conditioning, TV with cable channels, a desk, a hairdryer, an in-room safe, a refrigerator and a shower. Specific amenities can differ from one category to another, so see each room's details on the Traveloka page for the exact inclusions.
For a hotel that focuses on value, Hotel Boss covers a lot of ground. Its facility list on Traveloka spans recreation, business, connectivity and guest services, and the official site confirms the core leisure facilities.
Early check-in and late check-out appear among the hotel's services. Both depend on room availability and carry an additional charge, so contact the hotel in advance if your flight times fall outside the standard window.
Hotel Boss stands at 500 Jalan Sultan Road, close to where Jalan Sultan meets Victoria Street and Kallang Road. The official site places it near Lavender MRT (EW11), which is the most direct rail link and puts the East-West Line within a short walk. Bugis MRT, with its connection to the Bugis Junction and Bugis+ shopping area, and Farrer Park MRT, linked to City Square Mall, are also named on the hotel's location page as nearby stations.
Buses are another easy option. The official site lists two stops next to the hotel:
Travellers arriving by air land at Singapore Changi Airport. The hotel does not list a regular airport transfer on Traveloka, so plan on the MRT, a taxi or a ride-hailing service for the journey into the city. If you are still sorting out the trip, you can compare and book flights to Singapore on Traveloka before locking in your room.
Within walking distance or a short ride, the hotel's official location page highlights:
Eating well is easy without leaving the building. Traveloka's listing records six restaurants and one bar at the property, along with a café, coffee shop and dining area, and lists à la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as set-menu lunch and dinner.
The hotel's official location page names several of the outlets on Levels 1 and 4 of the building, including:
Breakfast is served from 06:30 to 10:30, a time window confirmed by both the Traveloka listing and the official site. The listing mentions buffet, continental and à la carte breakfast formats; whether breakfast is included depends on the rate you choose. The official site notes that children under six can have breakfast at no charge when accompanied by a paying adult, while standard adult breakfast charges apply from age six.
Beyond the hotel, the surrounding streets are one of Singapore's best areas to graze. The cafés of Haji Lane and Arab Street, the eateries of Little India and the food options around Bugis are all close at hand. To fill the rest of your itinerary, browse things to do and attraction tickets in Singapore on Traveloka.
Hotel Boss works best for travellers who want a reliable, well-connected base and do not need a lavish room to enjoy their trip. Here is what sets it apart:
If you would like to weigh it against nearby alternatives, you can compare other hotels across Singapore on Traveloka by area, star rating and facilities.
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Popular Facilities | |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 15:00 - to 11:00 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast |
Available rooms at Hotel Boss | 1500 |
Number of floors in Hotel Boss | 19 |
Another facilities in Hotel Boss | Breakfast, Breakfast buffet, Continental breakfast, Café, Projector |
