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Festival Venue

Village Hotel Katong by Far East Hospitality

Hotel Website
25 Marine Parade Road, Singapore 449536

The Asian Festival will be held at Village Hotel Katong, the flagship property of the Village Hotels group, nestled in the heart of Singapore’s historic Katong-Joo Chiat district — the traditional heartland of Peranakan (Straits Chinese) culture. The hotel reflects the strong Peranakan heritage of the surrounding Joo Chiat and Katong district, and is within a 5-minute walk to Parkway Parade Shopping Mall and a 10-minute walk to East Coast Park. It offers unique Straits Chinese design accents and warm, cultural decor throughout the property.

Participants are welcome to explore the surrounding neighbourhood, known for its charming shophouses, heritage cafés, and some of Singapore’s best-loved local food, including the famous Katong laksa. A “Village Passport” guide is available from the hotel highlighting quaint eateries and heritage shophouses worth visiting nearby.

Accommodation

There will be no accommodation available to book through the Festival. International participants are advised to book directly from the hotel website, or from popular hotel booking sites like booking.com and Agoda.

Getting There

From Singapore Changi Airport
  • Taxi: A taxi from the airport taxi stand is the most direct option, with the journey typically taking around 15–20 minutes depending on traffic. The estimated cost is S$30.
  • Ride-hailing: Available directly from the airport arrival halls and comparable in price and speed to taxis. Commonly used apps include CDG Zig, Grab, Gojek and Tada.
  • Bus: Take Bus 36 from the basement bus bays of airport Terminal 2 or Terminal 4. It runs directly between Changi Airport and Marine Parade, taking approximately 45–60 minutes depending on traffic and terminal. Alight at the Roxy Square bus stop, which is located directly opposite Village Hotel Katong. From there, it is a 4-minute walk to the hotel. This is best suited to visitors comfortable navigating public transport with luggage.
  • MRT: It is not advisable to take the MRT from the airport to the event venue, as it involves multiple transfers across three train lines, a roundabout route, and significant walking.
From around the city
  • MRT: Marine Parade MRT Station (TE26) on the Thomson-East Coast Line is a short 3-minute walk from the hotel.
  • Bus: Multiple bus services run along Marine Parade Road and the East Coast corridor. Participants can check Citymapper, Google Maps or Apple Maps apps for the most convenient route from their starting point.
  • Taxi or Ride-hailing: Commonly used apps include CDG Zig, Grab, Gojek and Tada.
  • Car: Free parking is available on-site for those driving. Let event registration know if you need a parking coupon. The hotel is approximately 7 km from the city centre, roughly a 15-minute drive from the Central Business District and Orchard Road.

Practical Tips for International Participants

  • Weather: Singapore in December is warm, humid, and rain-prone. Expect daytime highs around 29–31°C, muggy nights near 24–25°C, and short, heavy downpours on most days as the Northeast Monsoon sets in. Pack light clothing, a compact umbrella and quick-dry shoes. Also bring a light jacket for the icy air-conditioning indoors.
  • Electrical sockets: Singapore uses the three-pin British plug type (Type G). Visitors from countries using different plug types should bring a travel adapter.
  • Currency & payments: Singapore uses the Singapore Dollar (SGD). Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX) are widely accepted, including on public transport, although many smaller businesses only accept cash. At the Asian Festival, cash, major credit cards and regional e-Wallet apps are accepted.
  • Language: English is Singapore’s working language.
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