Title: SOCIAL on Outram - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca

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# SOCIAL on Outram

Hotel in Singapore, near Orchard Road

## Photo gallery for SOCIAL on Outram

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![Reception - SOCIAL on Outram (Singapore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114960000/114950600/114950504/93487e69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Reception - SOCIAL on Outram (Singapore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114960000/114950600/114950504/cc003208.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies

Close to Bugis Street Shopping District, SOCIAL on Outram has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 

## Popular amenities

- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning

## Room options

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All rooms

1 bed

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114960000/114950600/114950504/40127aee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Deluxe Double Room

### Highlights

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Stovetop

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Laptop workspace

- 12 sq ft
- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed

### View all photos for Economy Double Room

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### Economy Double Room

### Highlights

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Stovetop

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Laptop workspace

- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed

### View all photos for Economy Single Room

![Economy Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114960000/114950600/114950504/e9219688.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Economy Single Room

### Highlights

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Stovetop

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Laptop workspace

- 11 sq ft
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed

### View all photos for Superior Double Room

![Superior Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114960000/114950600/114950504/02c2c53b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Superior Double Room

### Highlights

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Stovetop

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Laptop workspace

- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed

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## About the area

Bukit Merah, a neighborhood in Singapore, is home to SOCIAL on Outram. Orchard Road and Bugis Street Shopping District are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore. East Coast Park and Singapore Zoo are not to be missed. 

[Visit our Singapore travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Singapore.dx3168)

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261 Outram Rd, Singapore, 169057

### What's nearby

- Robertson Quay \- 8 min walk \- 0.8 km
- Singapore General Hospital \- 10 min walk \- 0.9 km
- Maxwell Food Centre \- 17 min walk \- 1.4 km
- Raffles Place \- 3 min drive \- 1.9 km
- Orchard Road \- 3 min drive \- 2.7 km

### Getting around

- Havelock Station - 7 min walk
- JB Sentral - 26 min drive
- Seletar Airport (XSP) - 24 min drive

### Restaurants

- ‪Long Ji Zi Char - ‬1 min walk
- ‪Sin Hoi Sai Seafood Restaurant 新海山海鲜餐馆 - ‬3 min walk
- ‪Kampong Chicken Eating House - ‬1 min walk
- ‪Tiong Bahru Pau & Snack - ‬1 min walk
- ‪Little Elephant - ‬4 min walk

## About this property

### SOCIAL on Outram

Hotel near Orchard Road

Close to Bugis Street Shopping District, SOCIAL on Outram has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

- An elevator

Room features

All guestrooms at SOCIAL on Outram have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. 

Extra amenities include: 

- Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
- Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and stovetops

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## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- No onsite parking available

### Family friendly

- In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- In-room microwave

### Conveniences

- Limited-hour front desk

### Guest services

- Housekeeping (on request)

### Accessibility

- Elevator (39 inch wide door)

## Room amenities

### Bathroom

- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Food and drink

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Microwave
- Stovetop

### More

- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Laptop workspace

## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Property payment types

## Important information

### You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

## Frequently asked questions

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