Bored of your usual staycation spots? How about booking something more off-beat and unusual for a quick getaway in Singapore. Interesting staycations in Singapore provide a chance to experience something quirky and can provide a memorable experience.
Looking for some interesting staycations in Singapore? You may wish to check these out for your next local holiday with a difference.
Interesting Staycations in Singapore
Colugo Camp
Colugo Camp is located at Mandai Wildlife East. The safari tents at Colugo Camp face Upper Seletar Reservoir, giving all campers unblocked views of the waters, foliage and even wildlife passing through and living in the forests.
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The stay at Colugo Camp comes with dinner, supper and breakfast and includes guided tours to three wildlife parks: Singapore Zoo, Night Safari and River Wonders. Colugo Camp rates start at $550 for two pax with meals and park admission or tours included.
Read our full review of our stay at Colugo Camp.
The Bus Collective
Craving a family holiday that is a little different? The Bus Collective at Changi Village might be just the ticket. Vintage buses have been transformed into cozy, quirky hotel rooms — making the experience just as fun for parents as it is for kids.
There are twenty buses at the 8,600-square-metre hotel, all retired Scania public buses previously operated by SBS Transit that has been repurposed into a luxury suite. You can also opt for a BBQ package so enjoy some grilled meats during your stay.
Read our full review of The Bus Collective.
Train Pod @ one-north
Whether you’re a local family looking for a fun weekend experience, or a visitor keen to see a different side of Singapore, Train Pod @ one-north offers something truly special. It’s not every day you get to sleep, shower, and relax inside a real MRT carriage!
Even though the rooms are small (it has to fit within an MRT train carriage!), for those who grew up commuting on the now-retired KNS trains, this staycation brings back waves of nostalgia. And for the little ones? It’s a brand new adventure waiting to be discovered. Rates start from $80++.
Read our full review of Train Pod @ one-north
Ocean Dreams at Singapore Oceanarium
The private glamping tents at Singapore Oceanarium are set before the awe-inspiring backdrop in the Open Ocean zone, where manta rays, sharks and other marine wonders greet those on this interesting staycation. The interior is thoughtfully styled with cozy details and ambient lighting, the tent was furnished with air mattresses, axolotl cushions, blankets, towels, hair dryer and also well stocked with a snack and beverage basket. There is a dedicated activity corner that keeps little hands busy with crafts and activity sheets.
The interesting staycation experience includes guided tours that cover both the front-of-house and back-of-house, and it is a chance to roam about Singapore Oceanarium late into the night. The Ocean Gallery Standard Tent (sleeps up to four persons) cost $1,800 nett.
Read our full review of Ocean Dreams at Singapore Oceanarium.
Garden Pod
Want to spend an overnight stay at a world-class attraction in Singapore? At Garden Pod, located at the Serene Garden at Gardens by the Bay, each duplex suite of Garden Pod has 70 square metres of space, spread out over two levels and connected by a sculptural spiral staircase. The suites come with amenities like a living room with TV, king bed and murphy bed, ensuite bathroom and kitchen area. Find out more about Garden Pod at Gardens by the Bay.
House of Melissa
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Have a staycation at seafront bunglow in Changi that used to house British RAF officers. And there is a (fictional) backstory to the House of Melissa as well – it was the 1930s residence of Melissa Evelin who was a British naturalist and explorer who mysteriously disappeared. What is real is that you can stay at the House of Melissa and enjoy farm-themed activities. Run by the award-winning Sundowner Nature Experience Centre, and at the House of Melissa in Changi, you can enjoy experiences like a Pizza-Making Experience and Honeybee Encounter. Get more details about the House of Melissa.
Tiny Away Escape @ Lazarus Island
The tiny houses on Lazarus Island measure between 150 square feet and 170 sq feet. They will be equipped to function in line with sustainable practices to reduce holidaymakers’ carbon footprint while on Lazarus Island but still manage to fit in amenities such as air-conditioning and a shower.
Each tiny house is designed with its own unique theme, with Tiny House 1900 evoking a colonial-era aesthetic, 1960 showcasing an industrial theme, 1980 presenting a retro vibe, 2000 featuring a modern design, and 2017 inspired by the year of Big Tiny’s establishment. They make a good base to enjoy the serenity of Lazarus Island and to explore neighbouring St John’s Island. Get more details about Tiny Away Escape @ Lazarus.
Into the Woods
A series of nine cosy glamping units provide overnight beachfront glamping on the Lazarus Island at the Lazarus Island Eagle Bay Beach. Each unit provides comfortable glamping options, encouraging visitors to take a break from the city and reconnect with nature. There will be six regular sized units and three larger ones that can accommodate larger groups and families. Find out more about Into the Woods.
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