millie2112

hello all
my son will be in Singapore on a stop over on his way to London.
He will be there for 2 nights
He is 19 years old.
I would like to book him a hotel because for the rest of his time away he will be on a tour, so shared accomodation.
This will be a relax and enjoy before you rush through Europe.

If I book a hotel will he be able to check in. I have heard you need to be 21 to do so.

Also if he can, can anyone recommend a good hotel for about $200USD per night.

thanks in advance
millie

rhkkmk

i don't see why not, or you make the res for him with the proviso that he is 19

Southam

He should have his own credit card and make the reservation with it. I can't recall a hotel asking my age in Singapore or anywhere else, even when I looked like a 19-year-old (a long time ago.)

Hanuman

Don't you have to show your passport or Id when checking in? Smeagol is right about the credit card.

Hanuman

Oops I meant to say Southam!

Smeagol

I would think if you prepay in his name and he has his passport ( which he will ) and a cc for any incidentals he should be fine

MichaelBKK

I suspect the credit card or a substantial wad of cash to deposit is going to be a requirements, even if the room is pre-paid. Singapore hotels can be a bit lax about checking passports, but they're always strict about making sure they're going to get paid for any incidentals.

For that price, I would suggest the Rendezvous or Grand Park City Hall, although it looks like you could also get the Marriott for under $200 and it's in an excellent location.

millie2112

thank you all
I was thinking about the Novotel, and emailed them.

He can check in - foreigners need to be 18 yrs and over.

If I prepay his accomodation then it is all fine..

will check the Marriott too.

galactus

Marriott Singapore under 200$!?! If you can get it, its fantastic. In my experience, it trades for 20-30% higher than that consistently.

The Novotel also has a fantastic location, so a good choice there if you can get it. For a good value for money option, you can also check the ParkRoyal on Beach Road or the Furama Riverfront.

MichaelBKK

Marriott was 'showing' a starting rate of US$140 from Agoda, but I know that's not always accurate. Was surprised to see it myself. Worth checking out at least.