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The Initial Residence

2.5 star property

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Interior
Front of property
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 BEDROOM SUITE

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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355 Balestier Rd, 01-01, Singapore, 329782
  • Place, Whampoa River
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Velocity at Novena Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Mustafa Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Singapore (SIN-Changi)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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

Studio

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

1 BEDROOM STANDARD

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

1 BEDROOM GARDEN

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 BEDROOM SUITE

1 BEDROOM SUITE

  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Family Room

  • 39 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

1 Bedroom Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

1 Bedroom Patio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with white linens and teal pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a large window with dark curtains.

Triple Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Singapore

At The Initial Residence you'll be 2 km (1.3 mi) from Mustafa Centre and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Orchard Road. Highlights at this hotel include in-room kitchens, washing machines and free WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and luggage storage. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Novena hotel include Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands Skypark.

What's nearby

  • Zhongshan Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Whampoa River - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Burmese Buddhist Temple - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Velocity at Novena Square - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mustafa Centre - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Novena Station - 16 min walk
  • Kempas Baru Station - 32 min drive
  • Singapore (XSP-Seletar) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boon Tong Kee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Balestier Bak Kut Teh - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Loy Kee Best Chicken Rice 黎記海南雞飯 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Founder Bak Kut Teh - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ya Kun Kaya Toast - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Initial Residence

As a guest of The Initial Residence, you'll find a fitness centre, a garden, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Singapore hotel is smoke free.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Initial Residence offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Kitchens offer full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, bidets, hairdryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for SGD 65.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: SGD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: SGD 65.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Initial Residence Hotel
The Initial Residence Singapore
The Initial Residence Hotel Singapore

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Initial Residence?

The closest beach to The Initial Residence is Siloso Beach (8.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Initial Residence?

No, The Initial Residence does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Initial Residence?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Initial Residence?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Initial Residence Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at The Initial Residence Inn in Singapore for one week, and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. From the moment I arrived, the hospitality stood out — warm, welcoming, and attentive. The staff were incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to make sure I felt comfortable and at ease throughout my stay. The atmosphere of the hotel felt like a home away from home. The rooms were clean, cozy, and well-maintained, with thoughtful touches that made the space relaxing and inviting. Every interaction with the team — from reception to housekeeping to the cafe staff — was met with kindness and professionalism. If you're looking for a place in Singapore that offers both comfort and heartfelt service, I highly recommend The Initial Residence Inn. I’m already looking forward to my next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

koji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
凄く皆んな親切で良かった
Stayed 16 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Séjour de 6 nuits à deux personnes

Séjour de 6 nuits à deux personnes dans cet hôtel. La chambre et spacieuse, et la salle de bain très grande. Nous n'avons pas utilisé le coin cuisine, mais tout semblait être fonctionnel et à sa place. Le frigo est très grand pour ce type de chambre et pas trop bruyant. La climatisation est bruyante, nous l'utilisions en journée lorsque nous n'étions pas dans la chambre pour la refroidir. Nous n'utilisons pas la clim pendant la nuit. La chambre se réchauffait petit à petit pendant la nuit, mais pas au point de devenir désagréable. Les arrêts de bus ne sont pas loin de l'hôtel ce qui permet de rayonner sur tout Singapour en utilisant les transports en commun.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

CHEE HWEE

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raju

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024