Chalets in Singapore
When you have a large family or group of friends, the next best place to host them besides your humble abode would be at one of the chalets in Singapore. Those big bungalows can easily accommodate many for all sorts of events like birthdays and BBQ parties, while still giving you that homely comfort. Go all out with your celebrations at one of these chalets in Singapore for your next big staycay or party:
Table of Contents
- Chalets in Singapore
- What is a chalet accommodation?
- Breakdown of chalet prices in Singapore
- 1. St. John’s Island Lodge
- 2. Tee Side Chalet
- 3. The Chevrons
- 4. Civil Service Club @ Changi I– Single suites & villas
- 5. Civil Service Club @ Changi II
- 6. Civil Service Club @ Loyang
- 7. D’Resort @ Downtown East
- 8. National Service Resort & Country Club
- 9. HomeTeamNS at Bukit Batok
- 10. HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir
- 11. Kranji Sanctuary Resort
- 12. Aranda Country Club
- 13. Tiny Away Escape@Lazarus Island
- Bonus: Temasek Club
- What’s the difference between a hotel & a chalet?
What is a chalet accommodation?
Chalets are big, self-contained lodges, typically equipped with amenities such as restrooms, a kitchen, as well as various bedrooms for overnight stays. They’re also more spacious than hotel rooms as you get access to the entire property during your stay, making them great for hosting medium to large get-togethers.
Breakdown of chalet prices in Singapore
Prices can vary depending on membership fees, but for the most part they should be around $180-$460 range. Here’s a quick glance at the prices of chalets listed down below.
Chalet name | Location | Price | Membership Price |
St. John’s Island Lodge | St. John’s Island | From $27.25/night | None |
Tee Side Chalet | Pasir Ris Park | From $321.10/night | None |
The Chevrons | Jurong | From $270/night | From $155/night |
Civil Service Club | Changi | From $199.58
From $282.74/night |
From $101.12/night
From $196.35 |
D’Resort @ Downtown East | Pasir Ris | From $178/night | Enquire with establishment, includes unlimited access to Wild Wild Wet for NTUC Union member |
National Service Resort & Country Club (NSRCC) | Changi | From $252/88/night | From $136.25/night for NSRCC members
From $168.95/night for SAFRA members |
HomeTeamNS | Bukit Batok | None
From $590/night |
From $190.50 for SAFRA/JOM/Social/Passion members
From $407.48/night |
Kranji Farm Resort | Kranji | From $200/night | None |
Aranda Country Club | Pasir Ris | From $457.80/night | From $201.65/night for Aranda Country Club Members
From $267.05/night for NTUC members |
Tiny Away Escape@Lazarus Island | Lazarus Island | From $284.98 | None |
Temasek Club | Bukit Timah | None | From $108/night, exclusively for SAF officers |
1. St. John’s Island Lodge
Offshore option that can accommodate big groups
Image credit: Singapore Land Authority
If you’re looking to truly let loose for the weekend, consider booking an offshore stay at St. John’s Island Lodge. Like its name suggests, it’s located a mere 30-minute ferry ride from mainland Singapore, nestled in the bucolic retreat that is St. John’s Island.
Image credit: Singapore Land Authority
After placing a few nautical miles between yourselves and your responsibilities, check into the Eagle Lodge (from $27.25/night), which is a bungalow that comfortably hosts up to 10 people. You’ve got everything you need to throw a good ol’ chalet shindig right here; there’s a kitchen stocked with basic cooking equipment, as well as a private BBQ pit for a grill-out.
Image credit: Singapore Land Authority
For those checking in with robust crowds, book the Turtle, Dolphin, and Otter lodges instead. The Turtle Lodge can accommodate up to 132 pax, while the Dolphin and Otter Lodges are great for around 50 to 60 pax. These even come with separate blocks for sleeping and dining, as well as a campfire-like BBQ pit for ghost stories to make their rounds about.
Address: 14 St John’s Island, Singapore 098599
Contact: St. John’s Island Lodges website
2. Tee Side Chalet
Also has romantic glamping domes
Image credit: Heritage Chalet via Facebook
Tee Side Chalet lies on the beachfront at Pasir Ris Park offering bungalows that can sleep up to 10 people from $366.97/night. You can choose between a sea-facing bungalow and one that faces the garden.
In either case, the houses have a spacious communal living area and a kitchen equipped with basic cooking necessities on the ground floor.
Image credit: Heritage Chalet via Facebook
Head to the upper floor and you’ll find 4 bedrooms with 2 shared bathrooms.
Only 1 of the bedrooms has a double bed while the rest have single beds, making this an ideal arrangement for families with tweens or even big groups of friends.
Image adapted from: Heritage Chalet via Facebook
If you’re looking for something a little more fancy and memorable, the chalet also has the option of dome tents that can accommodate up to 5 persons from $321.10/night. These aren’t your typical camping tents but air-conditioned ones that give you the proper glamping feels.
Image adapted from: Heritage Chalet via Facebook
Of course, there are BBQ pits available with each chalet. And for those staying in the tents, you get a portable grill so you don’t have to miss out on the fun of a barbecue party. There is a kid’s playground within the chalet but anyway, you’re close enough to Pasir Ris Park Adventure Playground and the beach should you need some more entertainment options nearby.
3. The Chevrons
Sleek, modern rooms in Jurong
Chalet living room.
Image credit: The Chevrons
West-siders rejoice – you don’t have to travel all the way to the East to hold a birthday party at a chalet. The Chevrons has chalets going from $270/night and bungalows from $370/night for members of the public, but if you or a friend is a member, you can enjoy discounted rates from $155/night and $255/night.
Image credit: The Chevrons
Facing the pool, all the chalets have sleek modern rooms and you’ll feel right at home once you jump onto the soft beds on the second floor. Linked to the back of each accommodation is also a sheltered BBQ pit for convenient rain-or-shine cookouts.
Bungalow living room.
Image credit: The Chevrons
As for the modern finished bungalows, each unit has ample space for at least 7 adults to sleep comfortably.
Image credit: The Chevrons
Each bungalow has an outdoor charcoal BBQ pit, but if you’re not craving grilled food, cook up something in the fully equipped kitchenette. You can also take your meal outdoors at the picnic table and benches provided.
Image credit: The Chevrons
One of the more popular chalets in Singapore, The Chevrons is near shopping malls like IMM, Jem and Westgate so you can easily stock up on party supplies like food and cutlery.
4. Civil Service Club @ Changi I– Single suites & villas
Superior Suite room.
Image credit: Civil Service Club@Changi via Google Maps
Civil Service Club@Changi I usually is the first that comes to mind when looking for chalets in Changi. They have many different accommodations that range from single suites for 2 to villas that are big enough for a family gathering.
Image credit: Civil Service Club@Changi via Google Maps
Their Superior Suite (from $248.06) is fully air-conditioned and has 2 single beds next to a balcony that faces the sea along with other utilities such as a mini bar fridge, microwave, water dispenser, Nespresso machine, dining table, and an LED TV. It also comes with complimentary coffee and tea so you can enjoy your morning cuppa as you take in the view.
Superior Villa.
Image credit: Civil Service Club Changi via Facebook
For a bigger space, their 2-storey Superior Villa A (from $554.56) can host up to 8 pax and has 3 bedrooms containing a king-sized bed and 4 single beds.
Image credit: Civil Service Club Changi via Facebook
The wooden interior and brown neutral colour palette give off a clean, Japanese-inspired aesthetic–great for those who prefer a minimalist and neat look.
5. Civil Service Club @ Changi II
Rooftop BBQ overlooking the sea
Colonial Fairy Point Chalet 7.
Image credit: CSC @ Changi
Tucked in a far corner of the East, Civil Service Club @ Changi II offers a luxurious space for any type of large-scale gathering from ~$100/night during non-peak periods. There are many different accommodations you can choose from, including 1-storey chalets (from $101.12/night), seafront chalets (from $179.76/night), and cottage-style bungalows (from $329.56/night).
Changi Cottage.
Image credit: CSC @ Changi
If the beds can’t accommodate all of you, drape a sleeping bag over the clean floors that are well taken care of by the management. If you’re an early riser, you’ll be able to catch the perfect seaside sunrise.
3-room Yacht Club Bungalow.
Image credit: CSC @ Changi
The area might seem secluded but there’s actually a good range of outdoor activities to enjoy beyond the gates of the chalet, such as cycling and fishing. If you take a short 5-minute walk to the CSC clubhouse, you can also enjoy a game of bowling or a rooftop BBQ overlooking the yachts at sea.
Rooftop BBQ pit.
Image credit: CSC @ Changi
6. Civil Service Club @ Loyang
With pool, sea, or garden view
Image credit: CSC Loyang
Choose between a zen terrace (from $284.76/night) or a spacious sea-view bungalow (from $286/night) at Civil Service Club @ Loyang to comfortably host a large group of people both indoors and outdoors. With ample distance between each bungalow, you might even forget that you have neighbours.
Living room area of the Garden Bungalow.
Image credit: CSC Loyang
If you’re the pantang sort who’s biting your nails over the old ghost stories surrounding the area, stay calm, because this chalet was recently renovated – which means any lingering ghosts would already have been exhumed out of the area.
Image credit: CSC Loyang
Every room is well-maintained and comes with an attached bathroom, and there’s no need to fight for wardrobe space. So really, the only thing you have to worry about is missing the sunrise once you hit those clean sheets.
BBQ area of the Garden Terrace.
Image credit: Civil Service Club @ Loyang
Kitchens are fully equipped with cutlery and cooking appliances like an induction cooker and microwave oven. You’ll also get usage of the barbeque pit right outside your room.
Sea View Bungalow.
Image credit: CSC Loyang
7. D’Resort @ Downtown East
Next to a waterpark
Beach Cove Duplex.
Image credit: D’Resort
Located within Downtown East, D’Resort (from $178/night) is not just a chalet in Singapore, but also a great place for an adventure – it’s a stone’s throw from Wild Wild Wet which is full of crazy water slides.
All rooms come with wooden floors and a clean, classy aesthetic. Amenities provided will include free Wi-Fi, a mini fridge and a hair dryer. For a larger party with more guests, you can pay a little more and opt for a duplex with 2 storeys.
Rainforest Family.
Image credit: D’resort
Families with young kiddos can book the kid-friendly Amazonian Jungle or Underwater themed rooms (from $298). These rooms have a queen-sized bed and bunk beds so nobody has to squeeze.
Image credit: D’Resort
BBQ pits are located in a dedicated area away from the chalets, so the smell of all the grilled meat won’t linger in your bedroom and cause midnight cravings. However, if your tummy does start rumbling afterwards, you can always grab some food at the eateries at E!Hub, the food and retail portion of Downtown East.
Plus point, book your stay at least 120 days in advance and you’ll get 30% off of your room.
8. National Service Resort & Country Club
Special rates for bowling games
Image credit: NSRCC
With a classy interior designed with the comforts of home, NSRCC Chalet (from $252.88) is where you’ll feel like moving in permanently. There are plenty of rooms to accommodate the whole gang and even if there aren’t enough beds, everyone will be able to find their own space to roll a sleeping bag out on within the polished bungalow.
Image credit: NSRCC
Your outdoor space is unrestricted here, given how the chalet is located by the shores of Changi Beach. Every bungalow stay comes with special rates at the bowling centre – so if it does start raining during your seaside walks, you know where to go.
Image credit: NSRCC
The well-spaced bungalows ensure that you’ll have enough privacy and won’t have to listen to your neighbour singing karaoke in the middle of the night.
There’s a large pool here too.
Image credit: NSRCC
NSRCC and SAFRA members will be able to enjoy a members’ discount from $136.25/night and $168.95/night respectively.
9. HomeTeamNS at Bukit Batok
Comes with Xbox console & games like Twister, Uno Stacko
Image credit: HomeTeamNS
Although towards the pricier end of chalets in Singapore, HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok (from $299.49/night) is easily accessible by public transport and is conveniently located beside a clubhouse of amenities. There’s NTUC Fairprice, eateries like King of Fried Rice and KFC, and activities such as bowling or Laser Quest all within the premises.
Image credit: HomeTeamNS
Their rustic 2-storey villas offer an extensive living hall that will lead to your own private BBQ outback. The rooms are located on the upper floors, while the toilet is on the ground floor so your guests can easily access them when nature calls in the middle of the party.
Image credit: HomeTeamNS
Those in a Premier Deluxe Villa can have a friendly competition over Xbox games that comes with the room or rent some classic board games such as Twister and UNO stacko from the Villa Concierge.
Image credit: HomeTeamNS
The villas here can only be booked by HomeTeamNS members and affiliated members like SAFRA, JOM, Social, and PAssion Card holders. If you’re not a member, ask around and maybe a kind friend might be able to lend a hand.
10. HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir
Near an all-ages obstacle course
Deluxe Garden 3-bedroom villa.
Active staycationers will enjoy a getaway at HomeTeamsNS Bedok Reservoir (from $590.84/night). The price tag is worth it, though, as their spacious east villas with hotel vibes have various accommodation options that can house a large group.
HomeTeamNS members can get the Deluxe Garden villas which come with 1 king, 1 queen, and 2 single beds for $407.48/night while affiliate members get a slightly discounted rate of $509.35/night.
It’s also connected to Aqua Adventure, which has crazy water slides and climbing walls. Otherwise, test your ninja skills at Action Motion, an indoor playground with multiple multi-level obstacle courses
There’s also Fitness Workz Gym which is connected to the steam room and a 50m infinity pool at the clubhouse – so you do get your money’s worth.
When it comes to eateries, you have plenty of options – from a steamboat dinner at Xiao Mu Deng to drinks at George’s Bar. You can even grab supplies for your BBQ at the nearby 7-Eleven.
11. Kranji Sanctuary Resort
Relive the kampung days
Image credit: Kranji Sanctuary Resort
Go back to the good ol’ kampung days at Kranji Sanctuary Resort (from $200/night). Equipped with 2 queen-size beds, their spacious Family Room ($310/night) can accommodate up to 4 adults and 2 children. The room also comes with a spacious backyard and a personal BBQ grill.
In case you’d like to venture beyond the premises, turn your staycation into a full-on countryside getaway with visits to nearby attractions like Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve and Bollywood Farms. If you have kids, they’ll have a blast hand-feeding goats at the Hay Dairies Goat Farm. Prawning is also available onsite at Olden Days Prawning, if you can’t bear to stray too far.
If you’re feeling peckish, head on down to SLS Vegetarian Cafe and Putra Delicacies for hearty local delights like fried kway teow ($5) and sambal udang ($2.50).
12. Aranda Country Club
Child-friendly chalet in Pasir Ris
Image credit: Aranda Country Club via Facebook
From karaoke to a children’s playroom, parents with young kids may find the diverse range of child-friendly amenities at The Aranda Country Club chalet in Pasir Ris appealing.The Executive Suites kick off at $453.60 per night and come with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a cosy kitchen with a fridge, a dining area, and a living room.
Image credit: Aranda Country Club
You can drop off your little ones at Yvonne Swim School for swimming lessons while you unwind at the sauna or catch up on some unfinished books in the reading room for some uninterrupted me-time.
13. Tiny Away Escape@Lazarus Island
Eco-friendly chalets
Image credit: Tiny Away Escape@Lazarus Island via Facebook
Tiny Away Escape allows you to sustainably plan your retreat away from the city with their tiny eco-friendly houses on Lazarus Island. As there are only 5 chalets available here, it’s best to make your bookings way in advance.
Image credit: Tiny Away Escape@Lazarus Island via Facebook
Furnished with a queen-sized bed and a sofa bed, each house (from $284.98) can hold a maximum of 4 guests–2 adults and 2 kids. Pet owners can bring along their fur kids, but keep in mind that only their 1900 house is pet-friendly with an extra charge of $30 per pet.
Bonus: Temasek Club
Exclusively for SAF officers
Image credit: Temasek Club
Majulah to Temasek Club, a club exclusively catering to active and retired SAF officers, senior military experts, and NS Key/R(NS) appointment holders. The club has both small rooms (from $108/night) and big rooms (from $128/night) that come with a king-sized bed, a pull-out bed, and a sofa bed. Heck, there are even massive bathtubs – something you wouldn’t expect from a typical “chalet”.
Image credit: Temasek Club via Facebook
Members of the club will get to enjoy on-site recreational amenities like their karaoke room, bowling alley, and kiddie indoor playground with a 3m-long spiral slide. There are also amenities – like their futsal court, gym, tennis court, and pool – if you’d like to get active.
What’s the difference between a hotel & a chalet?
Chalets are better for larger groups and offer more privacy as most are situated away from the city centre. On the other hand, hotels can typically offer a wider range of services such as spas, restaurants and bars, or breakfast buffets.
That said, some chalets are located within clubhouse complexes with amenities just a short walk away from your accommodations, so you’ll have a way of keeping your group entertained.
Cheap chalets in Singapore for large groups
It’s not easy to plan your birthday celebration when you are that popular kid in class or find a space that can fit your large family for gatherings over the March holidays. Hopefully, with this list of chalets in Singapore, your concerns about space, activities, and amenities available will be straightened out. All that you’ll have to worry about is how to become the host of the year.
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Last updated by Khoo Yong Hao and Mae-Z Fam on 24th February 2024.