Bluewaters Female-Only Hostel is Singapore’s only hostel exclusively for women, offering secure, clean, capsule-style pods in the vibrant Boat Quay / Clarke Quay area. With excellent connectivity, shared amenities, and a welcoming vibe, it’s a top option for solo female travellers and those seeking budget comfort without compromise.
Bluewaters Female-Only Hostel is part of the Bluewaters Pods brand, specially designed for female travellers who prefer more privacy and security. It positions itself as the one and only fully female-only hostel in Singapore. This makes it stand out in the hostel segment, especially for travellers who value safety, comfort, and women-friendly environments.
The hostel offers a variety of pod and dorm styles exclusive to women:
Single bed in female dorms (6-bed or 16-bed options),
Deluxe single bed pods,
A deluxe queen bed option (usually 2-bed sharing).
Each pod is air-conditioned, comes with high-grade mattresses and pillows, and roller blinds for privacy. Shared bathrooms and showers are outside the dorm/pod rooms. Lockers, security systems (CCTV, secure access), and amenities like hairdryers are provided.
Situated at 12 N Canal Road, #03-01, in the Boat Quay / Clarke Quay area, the hostel’s location is very central for exploring Singapore:
Just a few minutes’ walk to Boat Quay, which has riverfront dining, bars, and evening ambience.
Close to MRT stations: Clarke Quay MRT is around 350–400 m away, Raffles Place similarly nearby.
Landmarks like Chinatown, Merlion Park, Singapore River, and the CBD are all within walking distance or a short transit ride.
This makes it convenient both for sightseeing and for catching connections, while still being in a lively part of town.
Even though it’s a budget hostel, Bluewaters Female-Only offers amenities that help make the stay more comfortable:
Free WiFi throughout,
A shared lounge and common kitchen with complimentary coffee/tea,
Self check-in (Goki streamlined check-in), lockers for personal belongings, shared laundry facilities, etc.,
Non-smoking facility, security CCTV, and access control (passcode or card) so only guests can enter the hostel.
Here are some of the things people mention in reviews:
“Very safe and comfortable… being all-female helped me feel more at ease as a solo traveller.”
“Beds are clean, bathrooms shared but well kept. Towels and ear plugs provided.”
“Location excellent. Close to many restaurants, MRT and riverfront. Enough amenities in the common room.”
Some complaints: occasional noise from bars nearby (nightlife area), limited bathrooms/testoilet capacity at peak times, shared showers and queueing sometimes.
Staff are generally praised for helpfulness and friendliness.
Bluewaters Female-Only Hostel is a strong pick for female travellers who want a mix of budget-friendly dorm/capsule lodging, safety, central location, and good amenities. If you’re okay with shared bathrooms and don’t mind being in a buzzing part of town (with its nightlife), this hostel delivers excellent value and peace of mind.
