Hotel 1900 Chinatown

Hotel 1900 Chinatown Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Hotel 1900 Chinatown on Mosque Street, you immediately get that “this is the real deal” feeling. The building itself has this gorgeous heritage charm — you know, the kind of shophouse architecture that makes Singapore so visually striking. It’s tucked right into the fabric of Chinatown, which honestly makes it feel more authentic than those massive chain hotels that could be anywhere in the world. The entrance is understated but elegant, and you can already smell the incense from nearby temples mixing with street food aromas.

Location Magic

Here’s what I love about this spot — you’re literally in the heart of everything, but somehow it doesn’t feel chaotic. The Buddha Tooth Relic Temple is practically next door, and you can walk to Maxwell Food Centre in about three minutes (trust me, you’ll want to). Couples seem to absolutely adore this area, and I get why — there’s something romantic about wandering these historic streets together. The MRT station is close enough that getting around Singapore is effortless, but far enough that you’re not dealing with constant foot traffic right outside your window.

The Room Experience

The room I stayed in perfectly balanced modern comfort with subtle nods to the building’s history. You’ll find clean lines and contemporary furnishings, but they’ve kept some original architectural details that remind you where you are. The air conditioning works beautifully — which, let’s be honest, is crucial in Singapore’s climate. What really impressed me was how quiet it was at night, considering you’re in such a bustling neighborhood. The bathroom was compact but well-designed, with a rainfall shower that actually had decent water pressure.

Dining and Amenities

While the hotel doesn’t have its own restaurant, this is actually a blessing in disguise because you’re surrounded by some of Singapore’s best hawker stalls and local eateries. The staff will happily point you toward their favorite spots — and these recommendations are gold. There’s a small lobby area where you can grab coffee and light snacks, which is perfect for those moments when you just want something quick. The four-star service really shows in the details — they remember your name, help with dinner reservations, and genuinely seem to care about your experience.

Why Guests Love It

This place works because it doesn’t try to be something it’s not. You’re not getting a massive pool or elaborate spa facilities, but you are getting an authentic Singapore experience in a beautifully maintained heritage building. The location score of 9.4 isn’t just a number — it reflects how perfectly positioned you are to explore both traditional and modern Singapore. I mean, you can temple-hop in the morning, shop on Orchard Road in the afternoon, and end up at Marina Bay for sunset, all without feeling like you’re constantly commuting. It’s the kind of hotel that enhances your Singapore story rather than isolating you from it.

Hotel 1900 Chinatown Accommodations

Reviews of Hotel 1900 Chinatown

• Small and efficient, just like Singapore – Haley from Germany (8/10)

  Good value for money. Efficient usage of space and design. Good location and close to MRT. Smooth check in and check out process.

• Our trip was lovely, and we had a blast! – Anastasia from Australia (7/10)

  Location of the property was perfect for our trip to Singapore!

• A clean, simple hotel in the heart of Chinatown – Emily from United Kingdom (8/10)

  It’s in a great location! It’s pretty snug but spot on for a couple of nights to see Singapore.

• The cleanliness was amazing, but my only concern was that there wasn’t enough toilet paper. We stayed for four days, and – Manilyn from Australia (9/10)

  Clean

• It was good value for money,central close to the MTR station and hawker food court. – Isbester from Australia (8/10)

  Central location

• Small but clean and nice room – Purnomo from Australia (9/10)

  Location

• It was a good stay,comfy and roomy because we accepted the offer to upgrade and allowed us to check in early.Good value – Merlin from New Zealand (9/10)

  The best thing about it is the location.
  Very central and just 4 minutes to train station and can go to places easily.Got lots of places to eat all the local food.There’s supermarket nearby and Chinatown around the corner. The staff were accomodating and allowed us to leave our bags till 5pm.

• Excellent location, easy to get to the airport and visiting places of interest. – Janet from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Really liked the location, lots of things to see and do, close to lovely restaurants and to the MRT station.

• Decent stay – Jarrod from Australia (7/10)

  Comfortable bed and friendly staff

• Clean and comfortable hotel in good location – Ann from New Zealand (8/10)

  Good location, helpful staff

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