Hmlet Essentials Novena

Property class: 2
Hotel convenient to Mustafa Centre

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Hmlet Essentials Novena puts you a short five-minute drive from Orchard Road and Mustafa Centre. Also, Marina Bay Sands Skypark and Marina Bay Sands Casino are within a short drive. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Novena Station is 12 minutes away.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 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
The current price is HK$564
HK$676 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a view of the city.

Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, and a wooden headboard.

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted TV, and a unique circular light fixture.

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV displaying a news channel, a kitchenette with a sink, and a window with sheer curtains.

Superior Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A small, well-lit room with a single bed, a desk, a mirror, and a wall-mounted TV.

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed, No Windows

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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A compact hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a washing machine, and a window with curtains.

Urban Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a washing machine, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

Urban Studio Twin

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single 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
  • HDB Hub - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Velocity at Novena Square - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • United Square Mall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mustafa Centre - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Singapore (XSP-Seletar) - 20 min drive
  • 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

  • ‪BreadTalk / Toast Box - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sky Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boon Tong Kee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kai Juan Eating House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hmlet Essentials Novena

  • Hmlet Essentials Novena puts you a short five-minute drive from Orchard Road and Mustafa Centre. Also, Marina Bay Sands Skypark and Marina Bay Sands Casino are within a short drive. The property is only 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 cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

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

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for 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 shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (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 lifts.

Long-term renters welcome.

Guests can rest easy knowing that 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hmlet Essentials Novena?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hmlet Essentials Novena?

Sorry, there's no on-site 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 on-site 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 10 minutes' walk from Tan Tock Seng Hospital.

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Reviews

Hmlet Essentials Novena Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • There are good places to eat nearby the property. (3 reviews)
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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

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

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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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient and swift and staff was nice!
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8/10 Very good

Staff is helpful and friendly.
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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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8/10 Very good

Neat and clean with excellent service from staff. Rooms are small, but well appointed
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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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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

Clean and well maintained though small
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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.
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8/10 Very good

The staff is very helpful and nice with the guests, thank you to all of you. I liked all that allows me to take a shower, cook, but there were some building renovations and working in the room was very difficult. The floor wasn't cleaned when I arrived but it had been quickly and well cleaned as soon as I asked for. The chair was half broken. There is some mold around the sink in the bathroom. I think I could come back another time after inquiring that everything is solved before my next stay.
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8/10 Very good

The staff was very friendly and helpful. I appreciated that. Azim and his collegues we're in good moods. Thank you. 🙂 Very nice was the small kitchen and the fridge 😀 The street there was quiet busy and therefore you could hear the street traffic. A few minutes by foot to various buses and about ten minutes to the red underground. Oret5y much zero percent communication to other guests. It's up to evaluate that for everyone self. I might come again. Greetings
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8/10 Very good

The staff at Habyt Studios Novena were friendly and happy to help with our needs during our two week stay. The room was quite small but it made smart use of the space allowing us to keep and store the things we brought. Enjoyed using the kitchen for all our cooking needs. Nice bathroom and shower but the toilet is a bit too high leaving feet off the floor which I think would explain the loose toilet seat. The only big negative I can think of is there was construction/modifications being done to the property during the day for most of our stay. Very loud jackhammers causing heavy vibrations through our room and noise loud enough making it difficult at times to hear the TV or each other. Just bad timing I guess that we booked during this time of work being done.