Didn’t know what to expect when I booked a room at this hotel, as I used Agoda plus some reviews to choose the hotel. I have stayed at one Lyf hotel in Japan and enjoyed it very much.
This hotel is in a great location, took me an hour to get to it from the airport, via MRT and a bit of walking (about 10 minutes).
Great location in terms of entertainment, and sightseeing, within 3inutes, you can walk to some great spots, including the Marina Bay Area, which I did.
The hotel is very nice, well kept and clean. Its decor is very casual, very youthful, as it was designed for digital nomads.
The rooms are excellent and comfy, and of course very clean. The beds and the pillows are very comfortable. Very unique design so that the bathroom sink is outside in the bedroom area.
There are lot of plug points but, they need a bit of maintenance.
The breakfast, which was included with the room was good but could use some improvement in terms of variety and taste.
The staff are excellent and very helpful.
Definitely a place I would consider for the future even though it is a bit pricey.
Perfect place to stay if you are a solo traveler or traveling with a friend. Located right at the center of the city, the hotel is right inside of Funan shopping mall. The shopping mall is also connected to City Hall MRT station through an underground tunnel. Very convenient!
As for the hotel itself - service is fast/efficient, provides all the necessities, and rooms are clean! I would be coming back again.
We stayed here during Chinese New Year, when hotel prices in Singapore are generally high. At the time of booking, the price seemed reasonable — but unfortunately, the actual experience did not justify it.
This was our first stay at a lyf property, and the brand clearly follows a very strong “hipster / co-living / social space” concept. That may appeal to some travelers, but in our case, it came at the expense of comfort and hospitality.
The overall atmosphere never really felt like a proper hotel.
The corridors and floors felt industrial and impersonal. Cleaning carts were left in the hallways, service doors were indistinguishable from guest room doors, and the design gives off more of a hostel or institutional vibe than a welcoming hotel environment.
Service was another weak point.
When we checked out and left our luggage at reception, we filled out the required tag form — but there was effectively no supervision of the luggage area. Anyone could have taken any bag without being questioned. The only focus seemed to be on getting a signature that the hotel is not responsible for lost items. That did not inspire much confidence.
The room concept continues the minimalist “social living” approach. There’s a whiteboard on the wall — but no TV. We booked one of the higher room categories expecting at least a decent view. Instead, we faced a wall and nearby office buildings where you could look directly into offices.
Breakfast was unfortunately the lowest point of the stay.
Guests are expected to clear their own trays, which may fit the co-living concept but feels unusual for a hotel. The selection was very basic and lacked flavor — mostly rice, vegetables, scrambled eggs and other simple items. Nothing stood out positively.
And the coffee was, honestly, the worst we’ve had in a long time. Proper coffee is available at the café machine in the lobby — but only for an additional charge, which felt disappointing.
Overall, the hotel feels heavily focused on branding and aesthetics while neglecting core elements of comfort and hospitality. It might work for young solo travelers looking for a co-living vibe. For families or guests expecting a comfortable hotel experience, it’s difficult to recommend.
Located in a mall, with easy access to MRT and bus lines. Walking distance to the National Gallery, Fort Canning and several malls.
It is a co-living accomodation. Room is quite compact, but spacious enough for two. There are also bigger options for families.
Great hotel in a top location at the Funan Shoppingcenter! The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making our stay very pleasant. Our room had a beautiful view overlooking the park, which was a real highlight. Perfectly located for exploring Singapore, with everything close by. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it.
My experience stay for 3 days and 2 nights here is very uneventful. Everything goes as my expectation.
Need to highlight that the location is very strategic yet it’s not noisy, therefore it’s a very nice location for tourist.
However, you need to put the budget into consideration, because it’s not a cheap hotel.
2 million ++ IDR / night …
Please note that our room has windows + double bed.
1 September 2025
I stayed one night at lyf Funan and found it modern, clean, and very convenient -- right above the mall (known as a tech hub) with food, shopping, and transport at your doorstep. The co-living concept gives the place a youthful, social energy that’s different from traditional hotels. The design of the room was compact and minimalistic. It’s important to note that lyf operates as a co-living concept rather than a typical serviced hotel. Many amenities are shared, and the hospitality style is more casual. As someone used to more serviced hotels, this took a little adjustment. For example, I wasn’t sure how guest services worked: there wasn’t a phone in the room, so I initially went downstairs for towels and toiletries set. Only later did I notice a shared phone in the pantry, though I wasn’t sure how it was meant to be used. It made me realise that part of the lyf experience is being a little more self-sufficient and open to communal spaces. Once I understood this, I could see the charm: it’s social, central, and comfortable for solo travelers. Guests just need to come with the right expectations: It’s not a luxury hotel, but a fresh, community-driven alternative.
The location is great, within walking distance of the main attractions.
The room was small but clean, with everything you needed.
The staff was engaging and helpful.
I would not recommend booking with breakfast if you are not into Asian breakfast (limited Western food options).
Also, the hotel is next to a fire station, so you might hear some noise in the room (in case you are sensitive and can’t use earplugs).
Overall, recommended for a short stay in SG.
