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Reviews of Hotel 81 Sakura 2 stars

181 Joo Chiat Road, 427452 Singapore, Singapore

#364 of 486 hotels in Singapore

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Review score

Based on 665 hotel reviews

7.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.4

  • Comfort

    7.2

  • Location

    7.9

  • Facilities

    6.9

  • Staff

    8.2

  • Value for money

    7.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 31 January 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Clean and very accommodating staff

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2025

    4.0
    Good enough for a stopover, but not much more
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Given the price (mid-range) and the location (hip Joo Chiat Rd), this was quite disappointing compared to similar places I've stayed in the area. The room seemed a bit neglected and unloved (although at least the bedsheets were clean and fresh). The walls are paper-thin, so I heard all kinds of conversations, foot-stomps, and alarm clocks from around the corridor.

    In contrast to the room, the bathroom was well-maintained, up-to-date, and very clean. Great shower, and the filtered water tap was a nice touch.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2025

    2.0
    I never expected much from this kind of hotel, but this time the price wasn’t worth it
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed is not comfortable at all, if guess fight, talk loud on the phone or are having some fun, everything is shared. Very noisy, and many bars around so noisy drunk people happen in this hotel. Not my first time there, but probably my worst experience overall in SG. 100S$+ per night is definitely overpriced

    The location is nice, many cafes and restaurants, and I appreciated the water filter. Staff is friendly globally, and overall clean.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2024

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some rooms have no windows, which wasnt clear from the pictures. Overal price was too high for the standard of the hotel which is old and in need of upkeep.

    The lady behind the desk was friendly and helped out when the first room had no working aircon.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2024

    5.0
    The room is very small & bed not comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They charged me higher than the Booking.com rate

    Location

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2024

    9.0
    Cheap price but actually not bad, very bang for the buck accomodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The location is okay-ish, but there are a few drawbacks. Breakfast isn’t provided, and while the street itself is generally quiet, the hotel is directly across from a nightclub, with several others nearby. As a result, the street can become noisy and feel a bit uncomfortable late at night.

    There's a vending machine in front of the hotel, the room is fairly clean. there's a food place within 10 minutes walking distance, the bus stop is also within 10 minutes walk. the concierge is stern but nice. We accidentally lost our key, and the concierge is fairly nice when we ask for a replacement.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2024

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    good location. 10-15 min taxi drive to CBD and 30-40 meters to karaoke and prostitutes.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2024

    3.0
    it was okay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    washrooms

    friendly reception

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Okay

    Everything okay

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    none

    the room is clean

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2024

    10
    Singapore trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    Alan and the other members of the team welcome us very well. The location was perfect and we spend a good stay, visiting Singapore with the help of Alan, calling the taxis for us.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2024

    10
    Would definitely come back and stay here if I was to come back to Singapore.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Love how we were around a lot of shops and beautiful surrounds altogether

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2024

    1.0
    Pire séjour de toute ma vie
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    **Health Hazard Alert - Stay Away!** I almost never take the time to leave bad reviews, but this place is a serious health hazard, and I feel obligated to warn others. **Lobby:** The lobby reeked of mold from the moment we stepped in. That should have been the first red flag. **My Room:** I got a room on one floor, and my friend got another on a different floor. Both were equally horrific. My bathroom smelled like urine that hadn't been cleaned in months. The duvet cover reeked as if it had been left in a washer for days—musty and foul. The worst part? The AC was covered in mold. I turned it off immediately, but it was too late. I left with my eyes itching, my nose running, and a headache from the spores floating around. This isn't just gross—it's a serious health risk. The overall stench in the room was unbearable, and to top it all off, you could hear everything happening in the corridor. The locks on the doors were a joke—just a flimsy doorknob with a key. **My Friend's Room:** On another floor, my friend faced a different nightmare. They were genuinely afraid the ceiling was going to collapse on them. There was mold on the AC, a nauseating acrid smell, and water stains covered the ceiling. It was so bad that they abandoned the room entirely and spent the entire night walking outside. Final Verdict: This place should be condemned. It’s not just dirty—it’s dangerous. The management clearly doesn’t care about the safety or well-being of their guests. If you value your health and safety, do not, under any circumstances, stay here. I’m genuinely shocked this place is still operating. Stay far away.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No shower door, air con difficult to regulate

    Location staff helpful, room welcoming large window

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2024

    9.0
    Clean and convenient, friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff, clean rooms,

    Clean, close to the AirPort, fit for purpose.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room abit dusty.

    The bed was comfortable.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2024

    4.0
    Won't be staying here again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleanliness, bathroom and unhelpful staff

    Location

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    AC is dripping and my first night is completely ruined. I didn't even get a refund or complementary service for that first day. It is sad how they accommodate their customers. They could've improved their customer service.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Great stay in Singapore!
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Clean and profesional staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    2.0
    More like a Hostel than a Hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Room was hot tiny and cramped, we were upgraded to a room with a window on checking in , the view being the inside of closed shutters, and no ventilation. The air conditioning was ineffective. No shower curtain on the bath shower , therefore the floor got very wet when showering. The room did not resemble any of the photos advertised when I booked on booking.com. Very disappointed. Checked out same day checked in property did not offer a refund for the second night , nor responded to the email I sent them

    They had umbrellas in the lobby if needed and reception would book a taxi if required

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    5.0
    Passable
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Tv Not Clear Noisy In The Morning around 7plus

    The room is neat and clean Staff Is Friendly & Helpful

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    3.0
    Poor
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    a lot smaller than the ad photos

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    9.0
    Such a convenient location with a very budget rate
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Such a convenient location with a very budget rate. You get a proper clean room, bed, fridge, private bathroom, despite the noise from the corridors as the wall is not soundproof. There are two bus stations nearby with 200 m away by walk to connect with east and circle lines MRT and the closest MRT (Paya Lebar) by walk is about 1.5 km with about 10-15 minutes. There are lots of restaurants, cafes, and convenient stores nearby and along the route, and that could the reason no breakfast options at the hotel. The area is like the Singapore old town, not too crowded, but very convenient. We stayed here for the concert at National Stadium and it is super easy to travel there. You could also get to the downtown just by MRT or bus. Recommend.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    You can always find faults. But looking on the whole it's a decent hotel. Even though it's not the most modern. The big thing I don't like is that you can't have a bath. The plug doesn't seal. And has a hole. My room this time also didn't have a fridge. Which was a disappointment

    Decent hotel. One of my favourites for Singapore. I haven't really had a complaint.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    4.0
    It’s affordable in SG, but if you may have better choices.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wall and the door is not good at blocking noise. Can’t sleep well at night.

    The location is great and staffs at the front desk are really friendly.

    Stayed in March 2024

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