Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay, an IHG Hotel Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay, an IHG Hotel feels like stepping into exactly what you’d hope for in Singapore — modern, efficient, and surprisingly stylish for what you might expect from a Holiday Inn Express. The lobby’s clean lines and contemporary design immediately signal that this isn’t your typical business hotel, and honestly, the location on Magazine Road puts you right where the action is without the chaos of being directly on the main strip.

Location & Neighborhood

You know what’s brilliant about Clarke Quay? You’re literally in the heart of Singapore’s riverside entertainment district, but this four-star hotel sits just far enough back that you won’t be dealing with late-night noise from the bars and clubs. I mean, you can walk to the iconic boat-shaped restaurants and riverside dining in about two minutes, but you’ll actually get some sleep. The MRT station is practically next door, which makes getting to Marina Bay Sands or Orchard Road ridiculously easy — something couples particularly seem to appreciate, given how highly they rate this spot.

The Room Experience

The room itself strikes that perfect balance between functional and comfortable. It’s not massive, but everything’s been thoughtfully designed to maximize space — you’ve got a proper work desk if you need it, decent storage, and a bathroom that feels more spacious than it actually is. The beds are genuinely comfortable (I’m picky about this), and the air conditioning works like a dream, which you’ll definitely appreciate in Singapore’s humidity. The views vary depending on which side you’re on, but honestly, you’re not spending much time staring out the window when Clarke Quay’s right outside your door.

Breakfast & Dining

Here’s where this place really surprised me — the breakfast spread is actually impressive for a Holiday Inn Express. They’ve got everything from continental basics to full English breakfast, plus Asian options that make sense for the location. The vegetarian and vegan choices are solid too, and they even do gluten-free options without making a big fuss about it. You can grab breakfast to go if you’re rushing to catch a tour, but the dining area’s pleasant enough that you might want to sit and plan your day over coffee.

Why Guests Love It

What really works here is how the hotel gets the fundamentals right without trying to be something it’s not. The parking situation is sorted if you’re driving (though honestly, you probably don’t need a car in this location), the staff actually seem to know the neighborhood well enough to give decent recommendations, and the whole place feels refreshingly straightforward. It’s the kind of hotel where you check in, drop your bags, and head out to explore Singapore knowing you’ve got a reliable, comfortable base to return to. For the price point and location, it’s honestly hard to find much to complain about.

Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay, an IHG Hotel Accommodations

Reviews of Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay, an IHG Hotel

• Exceptional – Janelle from New Zealand (9/10)

  Late checkout and full use of the pool and shower area until we wanted to leave

• Very happy, would definitely recommend. Great pool and view from rooftop, – Lisa from Australia (8/10)

  Great pool & roof top, tidy comfortable rooms, location

• Was a great stay. would definately return – Tony from New Zealand (9/10)

  Friendly staff, quiet aircon,choice of pillows, swimming pool and breakfast included

• Comfortable stay – Lynette from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The comfortable bed adequate space, good showers, quiet.

• Sandy – Sandra from Australia (8/10)

  loved the location, price and the staff were amazing.

• Good value, great pool and staff – Georgina from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Swimming pool, staff

• Very Good – Robert from Portugal (8/10)

  Good location with easy access to all of the main tourist attractions.

• Wonderful hotel in good location. – Corinne from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Brilliant hotel not too far from the main areas we wanted to visit. Very clean, all staff were polite and professional. Room was compact and very clean and had everything we needed.

• Comfortable hotel in a convenient location. Staff were very kind and helpful. – Angeline from Australia (8/10)

  Convenient location, comfortable hotel. Staff were very kind and helpful. Beds were great. I would have liked a bigger bathroom and the breakfast was just Ok but I really enjoyed my stay.

• Great pool – Simone from Australia (8/10)

  Great pool plenty of lounges. Good location.

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