Hotel Indigo Singapore Katong Review – Pet-friendly Peranakan-inspired hotel

My dog just turned five this year, and instead of throwing him a birthday party, I decided to give him something a little more unique, a birthday staycation! So we went to Hotel Indigo Singapore Katong, a pet-friendly hotel right in the heart of the Katong.

First Impressions

From the moment we stepped into the hotel, I could tell this wasn’t just another cookie-cutter stay. Every corner was bursting with Peranakan-inspired details. The lobby was lined with intricate artwork and ornaments, while our room had vibrant wall art, colorful tiles in the bathroom, and even quirky little touches like a vintage tub with a “Good Morning” towel for soaking your feet. The sink area was designed to look like a traditional sewing machine, the cups were old-school style, and to top it all off, we even had a carrom game table in the room!

There’s also a fun local touch at the lobby where you can grab free gem biscuits (the nostalgic kind from childhood) or play a quick round of five stones in which I terribly lost to my partner.

Thoughtful Pet Amenities

But of course, the real VIP was my dog, and the hotel made sure he felt just as spoiled as I did. Waiting for him was a large plush bed, food and water bowls, a cordless water fountain (which my dog was suspicious of at first but quickly got used to it), and even an air purifier from Aclium. The welcome gift box was packed with essentials like pee pads, wipes, poop bags, loads of treats, and even a Fuzzyard toy that quickly became his new favourite.

It was such a relief not to have to pack too many doggy supplies since the hotel had us covered.

Spacious & Stylish Rooms

The room itself was spacious and colorful, with enough space for a king-sized bed, sofa, table, and separate areas for the toilet and shower. I loved how photogenic everything was, including the bathroom. You can sit on the colourful rattan chair and soak your feet with the bath salts provided.

Dining & Drinks

While dogs aren’t allowed at the rooftop pool, you can still hang out at Rooftop 88’s outdoor bar with your pet while enjoying local-inspired cocktails. I tried the Sapphire Rendezvous (inspired by gemstones in Peranakan jewelry), but they also have fun creations like the Merlion Brando and Nyonya Margarita.

For food, you don’t even need to leave the hotel. Baba Chews serves up modern Asian fusion dishes inspired by Peranakan heritage, and they’re seriously good. The Kueh Pie Tee was crisp and addictive, and the Beef Rendang was melt-in-your-mouth tender. If you prefer, there are plenty of dog-friendly cafés and eateries around Katong as well.

Breakfast with your dog

The next morning, we enjoyed a hearty breakfast. Pets are welcome at the Hotel Indigo Garden (outdoor area of Baba Chews), but since it was raining, we had ours at the Pavilion instead. I loved that they served proper lattes instead of those automatic coffee machine ones, and the Smoked Salmon Brioche was so fluffy and buttery it deserved its own shoutout.Before leaving, we popped by the Mama Stall, the hotel’s in-house gift shop at the Pavilion, where you can pick up quirky Peranakan souvenirs, dog outfits, skincare, and even admire rotating art pieces by local artists. The exhibits change every two months, so you always get something fresh and new to admire.

Explore Katong With Your Pup

If you’re in the mood to explore, Katong is a vibrant neighborhood filled with heritage shophouses, Peranakan culture, and great eats. You can check out Kim Choo Kueh Chang for traditional rice dumplings, Rumah Bebe for Peranakan crafts and plenty of local street food stalls along the way.

The Pet Getaway Package

Hotel Indigo offers a dedicated Pet Getaway package, which makes the whole experience super seamless. Here’s what’s included:

🐾 Breakfast for two at Hotel Indigo Garden
🐾 $50 nett dining credits per night (non-accumulative) for use at Hotel Indigo Garden, Rooftop 88, or In-Room Dining
🐾 One complimentary Silversky welcome amenities pack worth S$60
🐾 One complimentary parking coupon for your stay
🐾 Fur-kid’s paw print check-in experience
🐾 Plush bed, food bowl, water fountain, and air purifier provided in collaboration with Aclium

Rates are up to $595 nett per night, and you can even enjoy 10% off when booking with the promo code DSF10 (reservations have to be made via resvn.sinki@ihg.com). The promo is valid for bookings and stays until 31 December 2025. Just make sure to book under the Pet Getaway package at least 2 days before check-in.

Note: Only one dog (up to 10kg) is allowed per room.

In celebration of SG60, they have also introduced their new Pet Getaway Annual Pass at Hotel Indigo Singapore Katong, offering three 1-night stays at $1,100 nett (up to 30% savings) 

Passes are valid for one year and may be shared among family and friends. Bookings must be made via Reservations team at resvn.sinki@ihg.com. (Not applicable for DSF10 promo code) 

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Location: 86 E Coast Rd, Singapore 428788

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Monice Cheung

A passionate baker at day and blogger at night, Monice’s life revolves around nothing less than food and cakes. Despite facing cakes all day, her true love is in fact sushi and steamboat. Her passion for food and travel has also sparked her initial interest in penning down her experiences on her personal blog – m0nice.com