Hotel Review posted by MR. HELMY, Samer, Egypt in July 2008
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Traveler Rating:
 2/5
My ratings for this hotel are:
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Location
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I recommend this hotel for:
 Budget Travelers
 Families
Couples/Romantics
Seniors
Business
Eco Adventure
Would I stay at this location
again: Probably not
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Being situated close to the red light district is one thing, being blockaded completely in terms of entrance from 9 pm onwards every night by prostitutes whistling and tugging at you is another. I thought that it was in a "not so nice" area, but it was "professional" as it can be. First night it was funny, others it wasn't.
Aside from that, the service itself was ok, the room was INCREDIBLY small, and the sheets were clean although abused and had tears. Didn't understand at first why the 21" philips wall-bolted tv did not have a remote though, I had negative feelings about the message there. No storage WHATSOEVER in the room, no closet, dresser or a single drawer, just a dressing shelf. No room under bed. My small luggage filled the room and a real suitcase would have been a real problem. I had to leave my valuables EVERYDAY with reception, but at least they nicely take them and any small or big luggage you want to leave too. A hassle though everytime if you want something from your bags.
Forget the view as it's a close-quarters limited height block so you'll only see the street below the balcony in front of you. Overall I didn't care, I slept like a log and was out in the morning, but I certainly did not enjoy the hotel. No facilities whatsoever, even wireless internet was a hassle as it was touching the range of another hotel's service that you had to buy daily usage tickets from.
NO FAMILIES, COUPLES, OR CHILDREN EVER!!!!!!
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 4/5 Posted by Steve, United Kingdom in October 2008
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| "As per numerous other comments, this hotel is in a rather 'colourful' district with a number of 'additional services' available for those that way inclined. Aside from that, the hotel is fine. Dont expect five star luxury as you're not paying five star prices. The room was big enough and the bed was comfortable. The bathroom is small but when all you need is a couple of nights accommodation, it does the job just fine. The staff were also quite friendly & helpful. Well located with lots of food places near-by and about a 5-10 minute walk to the MRT (Train) station. If you are looking for a basic, clean cheap hotel for a couple of nights, then the Hotel 81 is great." |
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4/5 Posted by MR. SINEL, Pierre, New Zealand in September 2008
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| "I travel through Singapore about 16 times a year and always stay in this hotel and will continue to do so." |
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 1/5 Posted by Mr. Undisclosed, Australia in August 2008
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| "I would not recommend this hotel for families especially with young children, couples, seniors and business travellers. This hotel suited to single men and budget travellers to Singapore, as the location of the hotel is in the red light district and many sex workers and their pimps are just hanging around in front of the hotel from early afternoon until late morning and it seems that some of the hotel management/staff are part of the network.
Customer Service is very poor, and the room is very small, it is just enough to fit a double bed and the space just enough for 2 occupants and not enough space to put our 2 suitcases comfortably.
Shower and toilet cubicle is small, and there is no curtain for the shower, therefore the water splashes all over the floor.
Luckily, we only stayed for one night. " |
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4/5 Posted by Jess, Philippines in July 2008
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| "Except for the fact that the toilet/ shower area was a bit cramped, and that skimpy-attired ladies were openly displayed outside the hotel at night, this is a place i would recommend to someone on a tight budget -- clean, complete, and safe facilities overall....expect to walk about 10-15 minutes to the nearest MRT station (Kallang). " |
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 0/5 Posted by N. Atk, Australia in July 2008
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| "This hotel is mostly rented by the hour to the many prostitutes that stand just outside the door and all along the street. When we checked in we found long hair on the floor and the floor mat still wet from a shower. All night there were voices and loud steps along the hall. No way! Not even worth the low rate." |
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