Hotel 81 Tristar

Hotels
Hotel 81
7.5 (1835 reviews)
1 Onan Road , Singapore , sg

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Good location
Nice amenities
Cons:
Bed bugs reported
Some rooms smelled of chemicals
Loss of items not addressed

Categories

Cleanliness
6
Some rooms had issues with smells and bed bugs reported.
Service
9
Outstanding service from the reception staff, particularly Joseph and Redha.
Location
8
Conveniently located near attractions and food options.
Room Quality
6.5
Rooms were generally comfortable but in need of refurbishment.
Amenities
8
Laundry facilities available and nearby 24-hour restaurant.
Value for Money
7.5
Good value considering room size and location.
Food and Beverage
8
Good options for halal food and nearby dining.
Overall Experience
7
Overall enjoyable stay despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 06:44

Property Description

Convenient Location near Geylang Serai Village
Hotel 81 Tristar is ideally situated just a 5-minute walk away from the vibrant Geylang Serai Village, allowing guests to immerse themselves in authentic Malay food and culture.

Comfortable Rooms with Essential Amenities
Experience comfort in every stay with cozy rooms featuring modern interiors, minibar, tea/coffee making facilities, and cable TV. The en suite bathrooms offer hot showers for a relaxing experience.

Relaxing Outdoor Pool and Free Wi-Fi
Unwind by taking a dip in the outdoor pool or stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel premises.

Book your stay at Hotel 81 Tristar now to enjoy affordable accommodation with convenient amenities and a warm hospitality experience.

Important information:

Please note that in accordance with government guidelines, all guests are required to show a physical photo ID, passport and credit card upon check-in.

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 1835 reviews
Cleanliness: 6
Service: 9
Location: 8
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 7
B
Bill Kuys couple au
9
Great and affordable stay.
Pros:

Close to public transport and easy access to all areas of interest with a 3 day visitors bus pass.

Cons:

Nil

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
K
Kimberley family_with_children nz
8
Great stay, staff were so lovely and kind. Loved the location and a great budget hotel for families.
Pros:

Rooms were very large with not much in so great for families with small children.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
S
Simone couple it
9
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
R
RAJESH MOHAN solo_traveller in
8
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
F
Fahmi solo_traveller my
7
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
M
Mohd Nazri solo_traveller sg
9
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
G
Garth solo_traveller nz
9
Tristar Idyll
Pros:

The hotel was a short walk from the MRT station at Paya Leber, 400 m flat walk, the adjacent area has everything you need, plenty of shops, a hawkers market, a huge market Geyland Serit across the road, a couple of supermarkets nearby. There is a parking place for Anywheel bikes at the market. Get the App, cycling via shared paths and underpasses meant the East Coast Parkway and beaches were a breezy 20 minutes ride away . Swam lengths at Amber beach every morning. Had a nice big room on floor 3, swimming pool level overlooking city and street scape, good facilities, comfortable big bed and everything works!!. Nice big shallow pool..1 m , so cooling on a humid hot day, sunloungers and pool towels provided.
24 eatery directly under the hotel..loved the large mango lassi. All the hotel staff were great and friendly byt not aloof. Shout out to the 3rd floor staff who kept my room clean and restocked with tea!! Definitely commend front of house staff Desmond and Mira, prompt, efficient and friendly, always had time for advice/directions or just just a chat.

Cons:

So much to see and do in Singapore and not enough time.
Word of caution..thunderstorms massive and intense, carry an umbrella anytime your out, got caught out and soaked on the rail corridor with no shelter!! You have been warned!!

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
F
Florian solo_traveller de
7
Pros:

Pool area, Permanently staffed reception desk

Cons:

There is a dent in the bathtub that prevents the water from fully draining, which has already caused signs of mold or similar. The bathroom door has swollen at the bottom and is stained.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
A
Anthony Lee solo_traveller sg
8
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
N
nabihah couple my
9
2026-06-14 via Nuitee
G
Gregory solo_traveller au
8
Will return
Pros:

Very good value as Singapore can be insanely expensive
Room was fit for purpose
Swimming pool thrown
Near MRT
24 hr food downstairs

Cons:

Bath over shower
But at this money who could complain

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
S
Suhaime solo_traveller my
10
Pros:

Tourist centre

Cons:

Nil

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
G
GILBERT NELTON couple in
10
Very Comfortable, friendly staff, large room with bath tub, good swimming pool. Overall pleasant
Pros:

Room size was large and location was ideal as it was quite any away from crowded place.

Cons:

Resturant services absent. Exhaust in tiolet was not functioning.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
S
Stephen solo_traveller de
8
Perfect place to stay in Singapore
Pros:

I would like to commend the excellent service provided by the hotel staff. It starts right from check-in; you are greeted warmly with a smile, and every request is answered quickly and easily. I would especially like to mention Sarinah and Vicki, but the other staff members are also very courteous.

Cons:

-

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
F
Farida solo_traveller au
5
The venue is good but the hotel needs a lot of improvement especially for their bathroom need to have more stand in show
Pros:

The location is the nearest to my family and local shop

Cons:

The property is run down, the rooms and toilet wood edges are peeling off. Dust on the lamps shades were not cleaned. Toilet were not cleaned until we mentioned after been there for few days then they clean the showers. The showers faucets were leaking everywhere and we have to inform them after few days of being there and the flooring looks dirty. They only have 1 toilet where you can showers without having to go into the bathtub ( I have back surgery hence it’s dangerous for me and also for elderly) the toilet facilities are bad!

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
N
nissum couple dk
6
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
W
Wan Azwin solo_traveller my
8
A comfortable hotel, not the best but suit the price.
Pros:

Big room

Cons:

Old room/building

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
N
Nana solo_traveller bn
1
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
M
Muhammad Lutfi Hadi solo_traveller bn
1
Pros:

Nearby place to eat just below the hotel

Cons:

Staffs were unfriendly (didnt even greet the customer)
Aircond were not cool, very dirty and not well maintained
After the room make up, housekeeping forget to give back towel,when iron was requested they simply left outside after two knocks.

Will not repeat and never coming back

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
A
Amy lee solo_traveller sg
10
2026-06-05 via Nuitee