Forget the long long check-in queues at the more well-known hotels, I think I might have stumbled onto a hidden gem near Orchard Road.
Most people probably wouldn’t consider booking a staycation at York Hotel, which is located beside Mt Elizabeth Hospital and a 5-min walk away from Paragon. But when I was compiling a staycation blog post in early Nov, I came across the Cabana rooms of York Hotel and was intrigued. So I booked it for a one-night stay (yes, it’s #notsponsored and really for research purposes 😅). The Cabana room is not your usual hotel room because when I first stepped into the room, my jaw dropped. IT WAS ABSOLUTELY HUGE! Definitely bigger than my home’s living and dining rooms combined.
And the best part? It comes with one King bed and one Queen bed! I also love the feel of the room, because it makes me feel like I was holidaying in a private villa overseas, thanks to its Balinese-themed vibes.
We had our own private patio outside the room where we had our breakfast, as well as the pool was just right at our doorstep. Granted it is just your average pool, but having that pool in close proximity enhances that resort feels. 😆
The good thing is there are only 8 Cabana rooms in total so the area that we were at didn’t feel populated at all. But don’t expect a lot of amenities here at York Hotel because other than the pool, it only has a gym. But If you are looking to escape from the crowd and stay in a ‘different’ room, this Cabana might be the staycation you are looking for. 😀
P.S. The 8 Cabana rooms comprise of 4 rooms with 2 double beds (like the one we booked) while the other 4 rooms are split-level with just one king bed on the second floor. Great for smaller families.
