Furama City Centre

Furama City Centre Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Furama City Centre, you immediately get that “right in the thick of things” feeling that makes Singapore so exciting. This four-star hotel sits on Eu Tong Sen Street in the Pearl’s Hill area, and honestly — the location is pretty much unbeatable. You’re literally steps away from Chinatown’s bustling streets, Clarke Quay’s riverside dining, and the business district. I mean, couples consistently rate the location a 9.1 out of 10, which tells you something about how well-positioned this place really is.

The Room Experience

The room itself feels practical rather than flashy, which actually works in Singapore’s favor — you’re not paying for over-the-top amenities you won’t use when the entire city is your playground. What I appreciated most was how quiet it stays despite being in such a central spot. The air conditioning works like a dream (crucial in Singapore’s humidity), and the beds are genuinely comfortable. You know what surprised me? The views from higher floors — you get glimpses of the Singapore River and the mix of old shophouses with gleaming skyscrapers that makes this city so visually interesting.

Breakfast and Dining

The breakfast spread here is actually quite impressive for a four-star property. They’ve got continental options, Asian dishes, American classics, and halal choices — basically covering all the bases for Singapore’s diverse crowd. The Asian section particularly stood out to me, with proper congee and local-style coffee that beats what you’ll find at most international hotels. It’s buffet-style, so you can pace yourself before heading out to explore, and the restaurant area has decent natural light that makes morning meals feel less rushed.

Location Perks

Here’s where this hotel really shines — you can walk to so many of Singapore’s highlights without breaking a sweat. Chinatown’s hawker centers are a five-minute stroll, the Singapore River cruise departures are nearby, and you’re close enough to the MRT that getting to Orchard Road or Marina Bay takes no time at all. What locals know (and tourists often miss) is that this area has some of the best traditional coffee shops tucked between modern buildings. The fact that there’s parking available for free is honestly a big deal in Singapore, where most hotels charge premium rates for it.

Why Guests Love It

There’s something to be said for a hotel that draws repeat visitors, and Furama City Centre definitely has that loyal following. I think it comes down to reliability — you know exactly what you’re getting, the staff genuinely seems to care about making your stay smooth, and the location just works for both business and leisure travelers. It’s not trying to be the fanciest place in town, but it delivers on the fundamentals while putting you right where you want to be in Singapore. For the price point, especially considering that prime location, it’s honestly hard to argue with the value proposition here.

Furama City Centre Accommodations

Reviews of Furama City Centre

• had a great stay in furama. 👍👍👍👍 – Analiza from Qatar (7/10)

  near to the bua station and met stations. lots of reataurant near in the hotel

• Pleasant – Derek from Australia (6/10)

  Location.hotel was run down and expensive

• We had an enjoyable holiday at a resonable price. – Grant from Australia (7/10)

  The room was on the 22nd floor with an excellent view of the city.

• A comfortable place to sleep in a fabulous location – Carolyn from Australia (6/10)

  Awesome location- an easy 30min walk to most points of interest in the city

• Beautiful staff – Belinda from Australia (8/10)

  Staff were amazing
  Close to everything

• Pleasant – John from Australia (6/10)

  The actual hotel needs some attention, TV issues, Hot Water, hot then cold, no water in actual rooms, no microwave.
  F1 weekend was extremely expensive.
  Major improvements required!
  All club class staff were excellent.
  Breakfast was also excellent.

• Good – Graeme from New Zealand (7/10)

  staff were very friendly and helpful. location was good and close to MRT.

• For an average hotel I think you do really well and your staff make up for any downsides. – Justin from United Kingdom (8/10)

  The staff were just lovely. All of them. We left something in our fridge and came back six hours later and they had it for us

• Convenient location but a bit old and dusty – Vivian from Australia (6/10)

  The location of the hotel was great, close to subway and China town with lots of restaurants and shops. The staff were helpful.

• Pleasant – Lyla from Australia (6/10)

  Room generally clean.
  
  Complimentary water bottles in room.
  
  Staff helpful.
  
  Breaking down of notes for DIY laundry offered at lobby.
  
  Extremely centric and well located – within 5 mins of Chinatown MRT, next door to shopping centre and close to hawker centres.
  
  Kids loved the pool and it was clean.
  
  3 out of 4 in our family found beds comfortable.
  
  Restaurant on lobby floor convenient (more expensive than hawkers) and good if you want more western meal options, especially at breakfast time.
  
  Overall, a good place to stay if you just want a place to rest at night.

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