If you're looking for a short staycation somewhere in Singapore, why not ditch the conventional hotel, and try something different—like a stay inside a shipping container?
What?
Living inside a container
This is the brand new hotel experience, a business idea approved by the Ministry of Trade and Industry, the Shipping Container Hotel is touting.
Described as a "pop-up" hotel, Shipping Container Hotels provide a retreat in more secluded places for those looking to relax, unwind and try "off-grid living".
According to its website, the hotels will not stay at a single place for more than two or three years, and will periodically move to different locations around Singapore.
Here's what the exterior of the container looks like.
There's even a porch and fancy deck chairs for guests to lounge on outside.
Photo from shippingcontainerhotel.com
Photo from shippingcontainerhotel.com
Minimalist furnishing
While the thought of staying inside a shipping container might invoke imagery of a stuffy environment and bare-bones decor, the interior of the Shipping Container Hotel looks pretty slick and well-furnished.
The 280 sqft space comes complete with a full kitchen including microwave, oven, fridge and washing machine, and even a cozy dining space.
Photo from shippingcontainerhotel.com
Photo from shippingcontainerhotel.com
The sofa can also be folded down to make space for a fold-out queen-sized bed above.
Opposite the bed is a 42-inch TV. Those worried about living completely off-the-grid can also rest easy, as Wi-Fi is available.
Photo from shippingcontainerhotel.com
Photo from shippingcontainerhotel.com
Photo from shippingcontainerhotel.com
The bathroom looks fancy enough as well.
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Containers now at One-North
Currently, both containers are located at Launchpad@One-North, at Ayer Rajah Crescent.
Guests can head out for food and drinks at Timbre+, which is located right across from the hotel.
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Rooms are available from S$150 to S$200 per night, with the price depending on the day.
The container hotels can accommodate a maximum of four people.
You can book the rooms via this website here.
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