Located in Joo Chiat, the hotel is within around a 15-minute drive from Orchard Road and the Central Business District, and some 5 minutes' walk away from the Geylang Serai Malay Village which features daily cultural shows and authentic Malay cuisine. East Coast Park, with its food and beverage and entertainment outlets dotting the scenic seaside location, is around a 15-minute drive away. The nearest subway is Paya Lebar MRT station which is about a 10-minute walk from the hotel. There is a bus stop just 2 minutes' walk away and Singapore city centre is 30 minutes on public transport. Other nearby amenities and places of interest include the Orchard Road tourist centre, Chinatown and Funan Centre IT Mall, all of which are 40 minutes on public transport as well as the beach at East Coast Park (15 minutes' drive), Sentosa (30 minutes) and Singapore Flyer (20 minutes' drive). The hotel is approximately a 20-minute drive from Changi International Airport.The hotel was built in 1998. Guests are welcomed at the accommodation, which has a total of 81 rooms. In the air-conditioned establishment, travellers are welcomed at the reception area with 24-hour reception and a 24-hour check-in/check-out service. Services and facilities at the hotel include a safe, a newspaper stand, a laundry service and a hairdresser. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. Various shops are available, including a souvenir shop. Those arriving in their own vehicles can leave them in the car park of the hotel for a fee.The accommodation features rooms with air conditioning, central heating and a bathroom. A queen-size bed ensures a good night's sleep. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included as standard. An ironing set is also available for travellers' convenience. Other features include internet access, a telephone, a TV and WiFi. Amenities in the bathrooms include a shower. A hairdryer can also be found in each of the bathrooms. The establishment offers family rooms and non-smoking rooms. The following credit cards are accepted at the hotel: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.