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A visit to the significant historical sites in Bukit Timah is probably on top of your travel itinerary. During your stay, why not also enjoy the many sights including the coffee shops?

Based on our travel expertise, Riders Lodge is a top 3-star hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers free breakfast and free WiFi. If you’re interested in local history, another choice for your visit is Pegasus Hotel.

In Bukit Timah, there are 7 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, The Grandstand and Maple Lane Park. In the area, you’ll also find Universal Studios Singapore and Johor Bahru City Square.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Bukit Timah, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Bukit Timah, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.