Hmlet Essentials Novena

Hotel convenient to Mustafa Centre

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Hmlet Essentials Novena puts you just a 5-minute drive from Orchard Road and Mustafa Centre. Also, Bugis Street Shopping District and Bugis Junction Shopping Center are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Novena Station is 12 minutes away.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (5)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Laundry facilities
  • Digital TV service
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Netflix
CA $100
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a round mirror, and a white sink.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a view of the city.
A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, microwave, and oven. There is a sink with a faucet, a countertop with a cutting board, and a small potted plant.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a round mirror, and a white sink.

Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a round mirror, and a white sink.
A hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, and a wooden headboard.
A compact hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, and a wooden floor.
A bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and mirror.

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Wonderful
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a toilet with a paper towel holder.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted TV, and a unique circular light fixture.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a kitchenette.
A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with a view of palm trees.

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Very good
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
A bathroom with a white sink, a black faucet, and a mirror above it. There are green toiletries on the sink's edge.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV displaying a news channel, a kitchenette with a sink, and a window with sheer curtains.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with sheer curtains.
A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted light fixture, and sheer curtains.

Superior Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.
A small, well-lit room with a single bed, a desk, a mirror, and a wall-mounted TV.
A modern kitchen with a white countertop, stainless steel sink, and black faucet. There are two wall-mounted mirrors and framed botanical prints.
A bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and mirror.

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed, No Windows

Exceptional
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
A modern bathroom with a toilet, a black trash bin, a shower enclosure, and a small potted plant.
A compact hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a washing machine, and a window with curtains.
Room
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a plant, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Urban Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a small shelf with toiletries.
A hotel room with two beds, a washing machine, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a washing machine, and two beds.
A hotel room with two single beds, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

Urban Studio Twin

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
471 Balestier Rd, Singapore, 329842

What's nearby

  • Aloft Singapore Novena - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Burmese Buddhist Temple - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • HDB Hub - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Velocity at Novena Square - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mustafa Centre - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Seletar Airport (XSP) - 20 min drive
  • Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) - 25 min drive
  • Senai International Airport (JHB) - 65 min drive
  • Batam Batu Besar (BTH-Hang Nadim) - 23.2 miles/37.3 km
  • Kempas Baru Station - 31 min drive
  • JB Sentral - 36 min drive
  • Novena Station - 12 min walk
  • Toa Payoh Station - 20 min walk
  • Mount Pleasant Station - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Sky Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪BreadTalk / Toast Box - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boon Tong Kee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whampoa Keng Fish Head Steamboat Restaurant 黃埔慶魚頭爐 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hmlet Essentials Novena

  • Hmlet Essentials Novena puts you just a 5-minute drive from Orchard Road and Mustafa Centre. Also, Bugis Street Shopping District and Bugis Junction Shopping Center are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Novena Station is 12 minutes away.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 49 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon
    • Express check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (7 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

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

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 23-inch LCD TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: SGD 50 per accommodation, per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Habyt Novena
Coliwoo Hotel Balestier
Habyt Studios at Novena Hotel
Habyt Studios at Novena Singapore
Habyt Studios at Novena Hotel Singapore

Frequently asked questions

Does Hmlet Essentials Novena offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hmlet Essentials Novena does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hmlet Essentials Novena?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hmlet Essentials Novena?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hmlet Essentials Novena.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hmlet Essentials Novena?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hmlet Essentials Novena?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Marina Bay Sands Casino (8-min drive) and Resort World Sentosa Casino (14-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hmlet Essentials Novena and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Mustafa Centre (1.5 mi) and Bugis Street Shopping District (2.3 mi), along with Orchard Road (2.3 mi) and Marina Bay Street Circuit (3.5 mi).

Does Hmlet Essentials Novena have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a microwave, and cookware.

What's the area around Hmlet Essentials Novena like?

Hmlet Essentials Novena is a short 9-minute walk from Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital and 11 minutes' walk from Velocity at Novena Square.

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Hmlet Essentials Novena Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • There are good places to eat nearby the property. (3 reviews)
  • The air conditioning was effective and maintained a perfect temperature. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice location, not central to Singapore but very close to multiple public transit stops made getting around easy. Staff were helpful and attentive. Hallways could be a little dirty. Laundry detergent is not included when booking a room with a washer/dryer, but otherwise the amenities were lovely.
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10/10 Exceptional

The facility is very clean; the staff is friendly & communicate valuable instructions in a timely fashion. check-in and out is extremely efficient. Also, the place is located next door to the Zhongshan mall which has a lot of affordable restaurants. I’d recommend this place in a heartbeat.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, super clean, all the amenities were very useful. Obviously, the location is off any tourist attraction, but everything was wonderful.
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8/10 Very good

Flexible check in, convenient location, had everything I needed as a solo traveler.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place for a short term stay: friendly staff, kitchenette, convenient location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to two malls and a kopitiam so dont have to worry about food options, easy check in and check out
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was spotless and had everything that we needed. Check in staff were so helpful. Cel assisted us with our bags to our room on 2nd level. We truly enjoyed our stay. Would definitely come back again.
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6/10 Good

Overall, our stay was good. We booked a room without a window, which was completely fine since we weren’t planning to spend much time in the room anyway. The room was definitely smaller than I expected based on the photos, but I’ve stayed in other big cities like Tokyo and New York, so it wasn’t a huge surprise. The biggest downside was the air conditioning. It worked, but it was much louder than a normal AC unit and made an unusual noise throughout the night. Our sheets also had a couple of small stains when we arrived, which wasn’t ideal. If you’re staying on the top floor, just be aware there are stairs and no elevator, so if you have heavy luggage, I’d recommend requesting a room on a lower floor. Other than those things, the hotel had all the amenities that were advertised, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Overall, I think it’s a fair value for the price—you get what you pay for, and despite a few minor issues, we had a decent stay.
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6/10 Good

Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was a bit small so was the bathroom. On our first nite the room was filled with food smell left by previous guest.
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient and swift and staff was nice!
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and the service and reception was excellent! Azim, Jon Er, Nancy, Latt, Marella, Qai, Jerrick, KAL did a great job. Very detailed, friendly and helpful!
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8/10 Very good

Staff is helpful and friendly.
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8/10 Very good

Neat and clean with excellent service from staff. Rooms are small, but well appointed
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8/10 Very good

Thank you for your assistance with finding a taxi to take me back to Changi Airport on Thu Feb 13 early in the morning. When the room key card did not work, you were very helpful in replacing it. I returned both key cards under the glass door when I left on Thu February 12, 2026. The shower, toilet and water, lights and Air Conditioning all worked very well.
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10/10 Exceptional

Little bit far away from MRT. But ooverall its good place.
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is perfect for the budget traveller. Simple small room, easish to get to from Changi about an hour in the mrt and bus 145. Also has a little side office I used for the day to work remotely. The man in front counter was awesome so friendly… I’ll use this little place again
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8/10 Very good

The location was great and well maintained. We found the space is smaller than the picture.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and well maintained though small
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6/10 Good

Good location with many dining option, about 15mins walk to MRT station. Although house rules say No Durian, I could smell the durian in staircase. Helpful staff at the reception to communicate through WhatsApp as I was planning to check in outside of their office hours.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and communication from front desk. Room was only to be clean once in a week, but they came by twice! Comfortable bed, cozy room with the necessities to cook, microwave and refrigerate. Standing shower, but be sure to click on the water heater, as it can be turned on and off. A/C is perfect temperature. Could use a paint job and nicer floor tiles to enhance the cleanliness of the room. But nonetheless, the hotel is clean and comfortable. There is no lift/elevator. USB outlet for charging if you forgot the charging adapter with the correct prongs. Overall, a great stay!
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8/10 Very good

Major downside: there is no lift/elevator in the building, and I had two large luggage bags. Otherwise, the staff were super friendly, the location was close to everything. Given the price, I think it's a good choice to live in this hotel.
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8/10 Very good

Perfect with cleanliness, location, service. The only thing is the lack of elevator. Its fine if you dont have much luggage or if you are young and dont mind taking stairs for exercise.
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6/10 Good

Staff is friendly and nice. Room isnt that bad actually, pretty comfortable. Location is convenient and lots of food nearby. But come with some issues. First is Cleanliness can be better such as, floor obivously not sweep/vacuum clean thoroughly enough can still see hair on the floor. The microwave when first use can smell Macdonald, probably the previous guests heat it up. Last is every rooms door when close is freaking loud, is like hearing gunshot, bang bang bang. Consider soft close for all doors and cabinet? But overall if you are on a tight budget, this is pretty good. Oh, no lift, so be ready to climb~
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10/10 Exceptional

Good alternative

We liked our stay. The room had an own ac unit which was effective. The location is good. Nearest metro station is 500m away and it is easy to get to city centre by bus. There is a large fridge in the room, microwave and a kettle. The kitchen cabinets were not in good condition, some repairing works would be needed.
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6/10 Good

No elevator, walk up to 4th floor everyday. On first day, i got staff to help carried it up. Luckily i arrived before 8pm. I put the sign on everyday to clean the room but never did. Room is nice, good mattress, good necessary amenities provided, the fridge is too cold, all food i put in were iced. During my stay, it’s quite noisy, there’s the beep sound in the staircase area on all night, and most noisy is the morning from 8-11am, all the doors opening and closing. My room can hear very clear.