YMCA One Orchard

YMCA One Orchard Overview

First Impressions

Walking into YMCA One Orchard, you immediately get that this isn’t your typical YMCA experience. Sure, it’s a three-star property, but honestly — the location alone makes it feel like you’re staying somewhere much pricier. I mean, you’re literally on Orchard Road, which is basically Singapore‘s Fifth Avenue, and the energy here is infectious. The vibe strikes that perfect balance between accessibility and sophistication.

Location & Getting Around

Here’s what I love about this spot — you step outside and you’re in the thick of everything that makes Singapore exciting. The shopping malls, the street food, the buzz of the city — it’s all right there. What surprised me most was how couples seem to gravitate toward this place, and after spending time here, I totally get why they rate the location so highly. You can walk to most of the major attractions, and when you can’t, the MRT connections are super easy.

The Room Experience

The room itself is clean and functional — nothing fancy, but everything works exactly as it should. You know what I appreciated? The air conditioning is powerful (crucial in Singapore‘s humidity), and the beds are actually comfortable. It’s not going to win any design awards, but after a long day exploring the city, you’ll sleep well here. The thoughtful touches like good lighting and decent storage space make a real difference during your stay.

Breakfast & Practical Perks

The continental breakfast is pretty standard fare — think pastries, coffee, some local touches thrown in. Nothing groundbreaking, but it gets the job done and saves you from hunting for food first thing in the morning. What really caught my attention was the private parking situation — if you’re planning to rent a car or have one, this is actually a huge deal in this part of town where parking can be a nightmare and expensive. The restaurant area is also well-positioned for grabbing a quick meal or coffee between outings.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this place works because it nails the fundamentals without trying to be something it’s not. You’re paying for that prime Orchard Road address, and you’re getting genuine value for your money. The staff knows the area well and can point you toward the good stuff — the hawker centers that locals actually eat at, the shopping spots that aren’t total tourist traps. It’s the kind of place where you spend most of your time out exploring, but you’re always happy to come back to at the end of the day. Whether you’re here for business or leisure, YMCA One Orchard delivers on its promise of comfortable, well-located accommodation.

YMCA One Orchard Accommodations

Reviews of YMCA One Orchard

• Location is great – Claire from Australia (8/10)

  location is very convenient. bus is in front of the hotel. 2min walk to station

• Budget on Orchard Road – Segia from New Zealand (8/10)

  Great location, nice staff. Good air con. We needed a clean comfortable place to sleep after a day of exploring and this place met our needs.

• It was comfortably worth – Joseph from United Arab Emirates (7/10)

  Nice location with basic but nice breakfast

• Excellent and affordable accommodation in a great area for public transport. – Sally from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Location was great for public transport and excellent value for money. The staff were very helpful and friendly

• Happy with stay and would stay again – Ken from Australia (7/10)

  Clean

• Convenient, well priced. Superb staff. Would be happy to stay again – Don from Australia (7/10)

  Location

• Pleasant stay – Jm from Malaysia (9/10)

  Friendly staff. Clean room. Location is superb. Near to eateries, MRT & bus station.

• Value for money in a fantastic location with great staff. – Angela from Australia (9/10)

  Location was excellent, staff were patient and accommodating, the rooms were clean and basic but had everything we needed. The beds had lovely soft, clean covers and the view was amazing! Overall we had a fantastic stay!

• Lovely, helpful staff. Convenient to MRT. Clean and all you need. Could be more shade at the pool. – Sherryn from Australia (9/10)

  Breakfast is basic and doesn't change from day to day. Scrambled egg gets a bit boring after several days.

• Very Good – Zuzana from Czech Republic (8/10)

  Great location, very nice and helpful staff. Good value for money.

Facilities