Budget Hostels from S$52

By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and save more of your money for sightseeing during your holiday. If you’re hoping to check out some attractions while you’re here, you might like the marina.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of shapes and sizes, but they have a few things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start looking: SPOT ON 2755 Zainab Homestay Syariah - Property features include free WiFi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers and linens in all rooms. OYO 1635 New Star Hotel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. OYO 1917 Mamora Homestay - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, TVs and desks.

If you’re searching for somewhere affordable to stay in Batam, one of Expedia’s 6 hostels could be a great option for you.

Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 29°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 28°C. The rainiest months in Batam are December, November, January and April, with each month seeing an average of 343 mm of rainfall.

In general, Batam is known for its water parks, marina and golf. Major attractions include Marina Bay Sands Casino, Universal Studios Singapore and Orchard Road. Get out into nature with places such as Drak Bike Park, Nongsa Beach and East Coast Park. Cultural attractions include Singapore Navy Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Batam in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Batam Batu Besar (BTH-Hang Nadim), 5.4 mi (8.8 km) from the city centre. Another option is Changi Airport (SIN), situated 17.5 mi (28.2 km) away.