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The Initial Residence

Property class: 2.5

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A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a glass wall, and an elevator.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, red armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a vertical garden on the wall and a ceiling fan.
A modern building with a sign reading "The INITIAL" and the address "3553".
A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a potted plant.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. There is a desk with a computer and chair, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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355 Balestier Rd, 01-01, Singapore, 329782
  • Place, Aloft Singapore Novena
    ‪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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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a dining area with a table set for two.

Studio

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a tray of candles and glasses, a wicker headboard, and decorative wall art.

1 BEDROOM STANDARD

  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk area with a computer and chair.

1 BEDROOM GARDEN

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a grey throw blanket, two pillows, and a tray with glasses and a candle. There is a bedside table with a lamp and a small decorative item. The room has dark curtains and a large window with sheer white curtains.

1 BEDROOM SUITE

  • City view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a large TV.

Family Room

  • 420 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

1 Bedroom Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

1 Bedroom Patio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Singapore

With a stay at The Initial Residence in Singapore (Novena), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Mustafa Centre and 5 minutes from Orchard Road. .This hotel is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Marina Bay Sands Skypark and 3.9 mi (6.4 km) from Marina Bay Sands Casino.

What's nearby

  • Aloft Singapore Novena - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Velocity at Novena Square - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • United Square Mall - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mustafa Centre - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • City Square Mall - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's / McCafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sukiya - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Boon Tong Kee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Balestier Bak Kut Teh - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪21 on Rajah - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Initial Residence

The Initial Residence offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, hair dryers, 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 phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 46 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and electric kettles, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

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 transportation

  • No onsite 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: SGD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: SGD 65.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Property is also known as

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

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 review

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 review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHEE HWEE

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raju

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024