Champion Hotel at Joo Chiat



As the name promises, this boutique hotel delivered in facilities, location, staff and cleanliness.
Despite its obscure address, we had no trouble accessing public transport. What won me immediately was its affiliation to Killiney Coffee which is a staple of smokers and heartlanders who wish for a glorified cuppa and kayatoast. they were the original toast box and yakun in the 70s with the traditional menu of its post colonial hainan cooks. the food in my opinion hasn't changed much, well except in price haha

opening the door, i let out a squeal of delight, as these photos are self-explanatory. she wanted to capture that childhood nostalgia juxtaposed with adult occupation. high in the kawaii factor and cozy lighting, one would easily fall asleep on the futon mattresses and floorboards. probably not geriatric friendly but i was impressed by their efficient housekeeping service when we requested an ironing board.




the room also scores for clever use of space in its L shaped arrangement of bathroom and beds. the split level architecture allows for the allusion of boundaries and hence an en suite ambience

the general surroundings have a throwback vibe which makes you want to slow down your pace and chill/ definitely a good place to be far from the maddening urban crouwd.