Critical Summary

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    The location between Boat Quay and Clarke Quay places guests a short walk from the Singapore River, the colonial civic district, Chinatown and the riverside nightlife, with Clarke Quay MRT three minutes away for everything else.
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    The themed room concept and the restored heritage building give the stay a personality rarely found in the standard business hotels of the Central Business District.
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    One hour of private jacuzzi use on the rooftop is included for every room, an unusual luxury in a boutique hotel of this price level and a pleasant way to cool off after a humid day.
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    The complimentary welcome minibar, snacks at reception and free umbrellas are small gestures that guests mention appreciatively in reviews.
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    Breakfast at Fangko Coffee opposite offers local dishes such as kaya toast and soft boiled eggs with free flowing coffee and tea, more interesting than a typical hotel buffet.
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    Several room categories have limited or no windows; only certain deluxe rooms are sold as full window. Guests who need daylight should choose the category carefully.
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    Hongkong Street lies close to bars and nightlife, so noise can be noticeable on weekend nights, especially on lower floors.
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    Rooms are compact, as is common in Singapore, and a refundable deposit of about one hundred Singapore dollars is required at check in.
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