HOTEL JJH ALIWAL

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Independent
5.8 (50 reviews)
77/79 Aliwal Street, Singapore, 199948 , Singapore , SG
65-62939022

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Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Television in common areas
Multilingual staff

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great central location (near Bugis, Lavender, Haji Lane)
Helpful/kind staff
Accessible to public transport (MRT, buses)
Comfortable bed mentioned
Reasonable for some price-sensitive guests
Lift available
Close to many restaurants
Cons:
Poor cleanliness (odors, cockroaches, uncleaned rooms)
Very small/tiny rooms; some without windows
Thin walls / noisy; hard to sleep
Signs of disrepair (peeling paint, rusted locks)
Housekeeping issues / lost personal items
Perceived poor value for money
Missing in-room amenities (no fridge, no slippers, few power outlets)
Mosquitoes / insect problems

Categories

Cleanliness
3.5
Multiple reviews report peeling plaster, odors on linens, cockroaches, and at least one night where the room was not cleaned; housekeeping also mistakenly discarded guests' belongings.
Service
7.5
Staff are repeatedly described as helpful and going the extra mile, though there are service gaps (housekeeping issues, lost items, limited nighttime support for small requests).
Location
9
Consistently praised: central, close to Bugis, Lavender and Haji Lane, many restaurants and easy access to public transport.
Room Quality
4
Rooms reported as very small/tiny, some without windows, thin/no soundproofing, cramped shower areas, and signs of neglect (rusted locks, peeling paint).
Amenities
5
Mixed: basic amenities present (lift), but guests note missing items (no fridge, no slippers), only one working power outlet in some rooms; one review mentions a pool.
Value for Money
4.5
Several guests felt the price was high relative to the room quality and issues reported; a few found it reasonable, but overall value is viewed as below expectation.
Food and Beverage
5.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
7.1
Mixed experience: excellent location and generally helpful staff improve stays, but cleanliness and small/noisy rooms reduce overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-05-22 15:58

Property Description

Experience a delightful stay at HOTEL JJH ALIWAL, where comfort meets convenience in the heart of Singapore.

Modern Amenities
Unwind in one of our 50 well-appointed air-conditioned rooms, each featuring flat-screen televisions and complimentary wireless internet access. Feel at home with conveniences such as electric kettles, bottled water, and daily housekeeping.

Ideal Location
Step outside and immerse yourself in vibrant shopping and cultural experiences at Bugis Street, Sultan Mosque, and Haji Lane—all within walking distance. The city’s major attractions, including Marina Bay Sands and the Suntec Convention Centre, are just a short commute away.

Exceptional Service
Our 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff are dedicated to enhancing your stay, ensuring you have everything you need at your fingertips.

Don't miss out on this perfect getaway in Singapore; secure your booking today!

Important information:

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SIN

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Payment

    Cash deposit required

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Children and extra beds

    No cribs (infant beds) available

Location

Guest Reviews

5.8
Based on 50 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.5
Service: 7.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 4
Amenities: 5
Value for Money: 4.5
Food and Beverage: 5.8
Overall Experience: 7.1
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Emma • solo_traveller • hk
6
Good to crash for a few nights
Pros:

The renewed shower was impressive but there wasn't a shower curtain dividing the toilet and shower, I don't mind it but some people might.

The air-conditioning was also very cool and strong which is perfect for the weather. Staff was also very helpful.

Cons:

The room was incredibly small, and the building and walls were very old and yellow. Water bottles aren't provided and you have to get water from a water machine in the lobby downstairs which is the strangest and most awkward part (I'm guessing everyone in the building shares this one machine) The bed was quite hard and you could hear the people in the street late in the night even with the windows closed shut.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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TOSHIRO • solo_traveller • jp
5
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Anuar • family_with_children • my
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Wim • solo_traveller • nl
4
Teleustellend
Pros:

De locatie
De douche was warm en goede straal en op goede hoogte
Lift
Airco
Koelkast

Cons:

Kleine kamer
Hard bed
Kapot raam aan de straatkant, met veel herrie
Gordijnen sluiten heel slecht
Ik heb 3 nachten erg slecht geslapen.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Enya • couple • es
2
Unpleasant
Cons:

I made the reservation more than 1 month in advance and when we arrived they told us they were fully booked and transferred us to another of their hotels in Little India which is worse location and cheaper. This second hotel was quite disappointing.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Marta • extended_group • pl
6
Pokój tylko do przespania się , na jedną może dwie noce
Pros:

Wygodne łóżka, czysta pościel i ręczniki, suszarka, czajnik, blisko stacji metra

Cons:

Pokój bez okna, mały - miejsce tylko na łóżka i tyle, słychać wszystko z korytarza i sąsiednich pokoi

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Sharina • family_with_children • my
2
My stay was disappointing due to the old facilities, unfriendly service, and poor overall
Pros:

I liked that the hotel provided free refillable drinking water, which was convenient during my stay.

Cons:

The hotel is quite old, and our room door got stuck at night. When we called the receptionist, he first told us how to open it ourselves. We explained that we had already tried, and only then did he come to help. Although he eventually assisted us, he didn't seem very friendly or welcoming.

The location is also a long walk from the MRT and bus stop. For the price, I think there are better hotels with friendlier service and better value. I would not stay here again or recommend it to others.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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CHINTA • solo_traveller • th
7
Cons:

ประตูห้องน้ำ ต้องไปรับปรุง

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Mujingila • solo_traveller • ae
6
j'ai effectué un bon sejour bien que stressant au dernier jour le jour de ma sortie (check out)
Pros:

la chambre etait impeccable , le wifi posait probleme ainsi que la television pour capter certaines chaines

Cons:

je m'attendais à un hebergement avec petit dejeuner ce qui n'a pas été le cas

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Nathaniel Sackey • solo_traveller • gh
6
Cons:

I couldn't get the international news network and the world Cup.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Mujingila • solo_traveller • cd
8
Satisfaisant
Pros:

Hôtel efficace avec service très apprécié

Cons:

Absence d'un restaurant

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Kathatharan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Wilma • solo_traveller • au
1
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Marichu • extended_group • il
5
It’s fine
Pros:

The location is good. There are restaurants and shops around the area and bus stops are like 3 mins and 5 mins away. MRT is 10 mins away. Very quiet place.

Cons:

The staff were not so friendly. The room was old but bathroom was newly renovated. Room rates are too expensive

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
N
Nacer • family_with_children • au
7
Pros:

As a Muslim the location is amazing

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Romi • couple • au
10
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Michal • solo_traveller • sk
6
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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PARITOSH • solo_traveller • in
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Repa • solo_traveller • gb
5
Cons:

There was a strong smell in the room that was making me feel sick, was told its paint smell as it was done not long ago. Staffs changed my room 3 times.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Rabi • solo_traveller • bd
3
Cons:

The AC in the room was set in a place that directly hit the face. The AC temperature and movement were out of control. The bed sheets and towels were very dirty. I have never seen such a clean and neat bathroom in any hotel. The window frame was broken

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee