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Rucksack Inn @Lavender

2.0 star property
City-center hostel within easy reach of National Museum of Singapore

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Property amenity
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Cleanliness standards
Cleanliness standards
Cafe

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2-beds in Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Shared Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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6 Person Family Room (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

1 Bed in 14-Bed Mixed Shared Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

8 Person Family Room (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 5.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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12 Person Family Room (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

1 Bed in Female Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Shared Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Private Room (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 5 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

14 Person Family Room (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 14
  • 1 Twin Bed

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10 Person Family Room (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Twin Beds

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1 Pod in Female Dormitory | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

1 Pod in Female Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
280 Lavender Street, Singapore, 338800

What's nearby

  • Mustafa Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bugis Street Shopping District - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • National Museum of Singapore - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Raffles City - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Gardens by the Bay - 4 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Seletar Airport (XSP) - 20 min drive
  • Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) - 24 min drive
  • Senai International Airport (JHB) - 68 min drive
  • Batam Batu Besar (BTH-Hang Nadim) - 22 miles/35.4 km
  • Kempas Baru Station - 33 min drive
  • JB Sentral - 41 min drive
  • Bendemeer MRT Station - 6 min walk
  • Boon Keng Station - 9 min walk
  • Farrer Park Station - 12 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Ponggol Nasi Lemak - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kok Kee Wanton Noodles - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Abundance - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Canteen by Enjoy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coba Kedai Kopi - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Rucksack Inn @Lavender

Rucksack Inn @Lavender puts you just a 5-minute drive from Gardens by the Bay and Orchard Road. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Bendemeer MRT Station is 6 minutes and Boon Keng Station is 9 minutes.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, Malay

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 19 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (17 years old and younger) not allowed
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: SGD 10.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of SGD 9 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Rucksack Inn Lavender
Rucksack Inn Lavender Singapore
Rucksack Lavender Singapore
Rucksack Inn @ Lavender Hostel Singapore
Rucksack Inn @ Lavender Hostel
Rucksack Inn @ Lavender Singapore
Rucksack Inn (Lavender) Singapore
Rucksack Inn @
Rucksack @ Lavender

Frequently asked questions

Does Rucksack Inn @Lavender offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rucksack Inn @Lavender does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Rucksack Inn @Lavender?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Rucksack Inn @Lavender?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request. The charge is SGD 9 per person.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rucksack Inn @Lavender?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Rucksack Inn @Lavender?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Marina Bay Sands Casino (5-min drive) and Resort World Sentosa Casino (13-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Rucksack Inn @Lavender and nearby?
Rucksack Inn @Lavender has a garden.
What's the area around Rucksack Inn @Lavender like?
Rucksack Inn @Lavender is in Kallang, a short 6-minute walk from Bendemeer MRT Station and 11 minutes' walk from Mustafa Centre.

Rucksack Inn @Lavender Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Good

You get what you pay for. Beds have no privacy, blanket is incredibly thin, there's little to no sound isolation, and to be honest the rooms smell kind of bad. Lots of disrespectful backpacker-type tourists, many of whom don't respect the rules (including taking off shoes). Would like to see rules better enforced, but it seems they don't have the staff for it. The good things are proximity to bus station and some decent restaurants nearby. They have drinks for purchase that are very reasonably priced as well. There are better places to stay at nearby for similar prices but much better quality, particularly near Arab Street.
TravelHacker, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Their staff makes u feel at home, better service than hotel front desk.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very homely... will come back again and highly recommended.
Mali, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

i really enjoyed my stay at lavender. first the hostel is near an MRT station. the staff are nice and friendly. The breakfast is included, you have an area to put your shoes, have computer area, a kitchen, the bathroom is clean, and there is a nice rooftop. I definitly recommand this hostel for anyone
10-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All the staff members very nice and friendly. They make you feel at home. The facility is located at a Central place and easily accessible by buses and MRT
RajKumar, 13-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place for singles
It was amazing.
SAHIL, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Stay in Rucksack Inn@Lavender
All in average.
1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Pleasant staffs and facilities.
Won Hoong, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Good Location, Good Price, Inconsiderate Guests
Other guests were really noisy, they come back late in the middle of the night and were loud when moving around in the room. They woke up early and 5 am and did not have the courtesy to stay quiet. I think the staff should emphasize strongly to all guest not to be loud and disturb other guests, especially in the bunk area.
Joy, 27-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Pleasant stay near to Bendemeer rail station
Affordable stay easily accessible from the airport by train. Change at Expo to DT line and alight at DT23. Follow signs to Lavender St. Friendly reception, Basic Room with comd fortable bed. Close to a Food Court.
Malcy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best hostel!
Had a wonderful experience at Rucksack Inn @ Lavender. The rooms and beds were clean and the staff were very friendly, just like the fellow guests. During my stay at Rucksack, my worst nightmare about travelling happened- I got my time of the month and I had stained the sheets- yet the staff were very accommodating and understanding of my situation and had everything cleaned and replaced immediately. Cannot even express how thankful I was to them for that.
Lucky, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good !!
Generally speaking,it was good !
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

OK
The facility has a very confusing layout, despite signage trying to direct you where to go. Problem is the signs blend into the wall and are hidden amongst many other competing notices and rules. Signs avertising food and drinks are also outdated with wrong prices. I felt like I was constantly giving direction to new arrivals, and my own orientation by staff was lacking. Space is well air-conditioned with the exception of the bathrooms. Bedrooms are mostly clean and comfortable. There is a strange electrical abnormality where each beds power source is plugged into the following bed in a chain leading to the main wall socket. So if the bed in front of you (or the next, or the next) unplugs wants an extra outlet they unplug you from their power bar. Imaging having finding your lamp doesn't work or your cell phone is not charging at 2am and you have to find out which bed in the chain unplugged you. There are also no lockers in the room. Breakfast was nice, toast with jams, peanut butter and Nutella with all day tea and coffee. Love that it runs till noon. Facility is relatively close to a major transit line that will take you to china town or the bay without transfer. Towels, shampoo
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Stacy, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Ciarah, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome host isrhyad. He was really nice and helpfull. Gave me great local tips.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Above Beyond *****
These guys make you really comfortable. Guys at the front desk are very kind and helpfull. They go beyond to help and assist you.
Alexis , 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

not bad
it was okay. Staff very nice, location good. the cheapest room was okay but it was too dark with lights out and easy to trip. shower for the cheap room was also covered in black hair and water often was cold.
Amanda, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Worthy backpacker hostel
Booked here for my group of 16 people (11 + 1 family of 5). They managed to get the 11 people in the same room which was very nice. Friendly staff. We can use the microwave to do light cooking, preheat food, etc. Water for refill is also available and free breakfast from 6 - 12! WiFi was good and fast. The location is central, very near 2 bus stops and a Seven Eleven. 10 minutes walk from Boon Keng MRT.
Stara, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Proper backpacker hostel
Booked here for some friends. They did not complain. Grateful for the free breakfast and cozy ambience!
Stara, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

7-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Excellent Hostal
Very nice and attentive staff (no the fat lady), good location to move around and clean place.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

charles, 3-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review