lyf Funan Singapore

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.

The hotel is pretty convenient, given that it is located inside the mall connected to the MRT. To add, it was also quiet. I only stayed overnight but I enjoyed the space. All the staff I encountered were very nice and were able to answer my queries. Bathroom didn’t stink, but the shower-head just kept on turning that I had to use it by holding. I was provided as what was listed in the amenities. In terms of the bed and the layout, it’s quite neat and I liked it. Except for the fact that the sink is directly across the bed. I got surprised seeing my own reflection when I woke up 😂There are also shared spaces that I think are quite a nice touch to the hotel. I also had free breakfast and they have a selection of spreads. Overall, I think I would choose Lyf Funan the next time I return to Singapore. I could say I am very satisfied. Thank you for having me ❤️

This hotel truly exceeded my expectations from the moment I arrived. Even though I arrived at 1:30 a.m., the check-in staff were welcoming and full of energy, which immediately gave me a great first impression. I love the hotel’s décor and overall vibe—bright, colorful, and full of life. The room was neat, tidy, and comfortable, with everything I needed for a pleasant stay.||The location is fantastic—just a five-minute walk to Clarke Quay, right above the Funan Mall, and directly connected by underpass to City Hall Station. It couldn’t be more convenient!||One of the most interesting parts of the hotel is its common areas. They have a cozy, hostel-like atmosphere where travelers can relax, mingle, or simply unwind. There’s even a shared kitchen available for guests to use, though I have to admit, I didn’t do any cooking!||Overall, I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely come back again.

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.

There's a trend now for co-living design, from serviced apartments to new condos to maximize what younger people can afford to live or when they travel or as digital nomads. As an older traveler, it might be a bit confusing as to the minimalist decor and lack of amenities (where's the TV? we have our ipads...but ask, there are shared amenities including a laundromat). Some co-living residences are poorly managed (I can name a few). However ASR's Lyf Funan steps up to the plate. I really appreciate minimalist settings that are well designed, and honestly Lyf Funan is one of the best designed spaces I've ever experienced. The touches are thoughtful, the hooks on the wall, the bright cheery design, the little chalkboard outside to enable conviviality. Every furnishing has been thoughtfully detailed eg beds, spaces for suitcases, etc. The beds are comfortable and the showers are great. And the location is unbeatable. There are hotels in malls, and there are hotels in malls with wonderful food provision. Funan Mall has excellent food outlets. It is close to the MRT, extremely walkable, very accessible. Highly recommended.

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 hotel itself is okay. It does what it's intended to do - fairly comfortable arrangement on a budget in a city where hotels are prohibitively expensive. Rooms are quite small but there's room for the bags under the bed and they're clean with a comfortable bed. Bad luck on our part I guess but the window looked out to a gutter, not ideal. Location is not bad, you can easily grab a taxi in front of the mall or walk to nearby sites. Main issue is service is gruff and unhelpful at best. The front desk staff seem like they're present against their will. And getting out of the taxi from the airport if you have big bags is a bit of a challenge - navigate into the shopping mall, to the lifts, up to the right floor, out and then into the hotel... if you're lucky, there's a cart you can go up and get to bring down.

This place is very unique. It's clean . Funky decor. Definitely a modern style. The only things I was not happy with was NO TELEVISIONS!! Also it's cool you can do laundry ($8.00)but you also have to Iron down stairs in the laundry room. I would much rather do that from my room . ( with a T.V) the staff is friendly and helpful. There are lots of positives about staying there .