Balestier
Singapore
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Singapore
Enjoy the exciting rides at Universal Studios Singapore and find out why this is a favourite theme park in Singapore. Amble around this vibrant area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Orchard Road
Shop ‘til you drop at one of Asia's premier shopping destinations! A huge range of big brands are to be found in the multitude of designer shops.
Marina Bay Sands Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Marina Bay Sands Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Singapore? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Marina Bay Sands Skypark
Marina Bay Sands Skypark is just one of the places to see in Singapore, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Gardens by the Bay
This extraordinary fusion of human engineering with a fabulous natural environment is not to be missed.
Singapore Zoo
Eat with orang-utans and get close to endangered animals among the 300 different species at this award-winning zoo.
Things to do
Singapore: Gardens by the Bay Admission E-Ticket
Singapore River Cruise E-Ticket
Albatross Hop-On Hop-Off Speedboat Pass (1-Day Unlimited Speedboat Rides)
Top hotels in Balestier
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Singapore Novena by IHG
"Great breakfast, friendly staff, clean and comfortable"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Carlton Hotel Singapore
"Staff were good. Room was clean. Air con worked."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
"Room might be a little small but it got everything that you need, would definitely stay here again if I ever visit Singapore again"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Pan Pacific Singapore
"Good"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Fullerton Hotel Singapore
"Internet didn’t work and had to get special help that took a couple hours to get my laptop secured-other guest couldn’t use her internet either in the room. Lots of business travelers so internet in the room should work"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Furama RiverFront
"I booked for a city view, but my room definitely is not a city view. When I talked to the staff, they said it was automatically chosen when I booked. So I’m not sure who made the mistake. The room is outdated though the lobby was nice."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balestier
Little India
Little India is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Little India Arcade and Mustafa Centre, and you can get around town on the metro at Little India Station.
Rochor
While you're in Rochor, take in top sights like Little India Arcade or Tekka Centre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jalan Besar Station or Rochor MRT Station.
Bencoolen
Bencoolen is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Bugis Street Shopping District and Selegie Arts Centre.
Kallang
Enjoy the popular shops in Kallang. Kallang Wave Mall is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Lavender Station or Bendemeer MRT Station to see more of Singapore.
Orchard
Orchard Road and Lucky Plaza are a few top attractions in Orchard. Hop around the city on the metro at Orchard Station or Somerset Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, beautiful gardens and popular shops.
Bugis Village
If you're spending time in Bugis Village, you might enjoy attractions like Bugis Street Shopping District and Bugis+ Shopping Center. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Bugis Station to see more of the city.
