About 5footway.inn
5footway.inn is a budget hostel located along the Singapore River, with scenic views of the Parliament House and the quay, an historic port in a designation conservation area.
Accommodations are bunks and beds in common areas with a locked foot box as storage. Some rooms can be private. There are common baths and showers, with hot and cold water. Free WiFi is throughout the building.
5footway.inn offers secure lodging with 24-hour reception. There are printing services and free use of iMac computers. A kitchenette is available, as is a self-laundry.
A complimentary continental breakfast is provided. Nearby restaurants are Sque Rotisserie, Hai Di Lao, and East 8 New York Fusion Tapas & Bar.
The hotel is located in the midst of numerous nightlife and entertainment options, as well as the shopping at Clark Quay. Asian Civilisations Museum and Merlion Park are nearby.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Lovely breakfast views
The views from the terrace, and common area windows, is quite stunning. The location on the Singapore River gives great vistas of the whole area and the financial district. It's a perfect way to start the day as breakfast here.
positive:
If you want social interaction
This location is perfect for those who like to socialise. The common areas are always filled with guests from other countries. Also, the hostel is within walking distance to many pubs and restaurants and is fairly surrounded by nightlife opportunities. Shopping of any kind is also close by.
positive:
Breakfast at a hostel
Free breakfast at a budget hostel is an unusual occurrence. Here, the hostel serves up a decent variety on the menu and makes available pastries, plus some fresh fruit and juice. Hot coffee is also available all day and the kitchenette open to guests.
Negative Reviews
negative:
The bathroom has some issues
Some of the bathrooms are located quite far from bunks and rooms, sometimes even on different floors. It's quite far to walk and inconvenient, especially if a night trip is needed. The cleanliness of the facilities depends on the hygiene habits of guests and the cleaning staff can't always keep up with messes. Also, it's possible you'll have to wait in line during busy times.
negative:
Dank, damp, and dirty
Overall, the cleanliness of the entire property is a real issue. While the communal bathrooms have their own issues, other common areas also have trash, grime, and dirt surrounding the guests. In the small, windowless halls, there are strong odours and feelings of dampness.
negative:
The rooms have issues as well
The rooms are small and windowless, making for an uncomfortable feeling at night. Many of the accommodations are actually bunks, instead of beds, and you'll have to use a ladder to climb into sleep. Also, there is no storage, except for a locked box under the bed. There are no lifts throughout, but lots of stairs.