This immaculate hostel in a bohemian enclave of Singapore does nothing to sully the city's squeaky-clean character. The décor combines clean lines with eye-popping colour, courtesy of Dutch paint company AkzoNobel. Three dormitories house a series of cosy bunk beds and grade-school lockers (another improvement on the traditional hostel). Guests also enjoy little five-star luxuries, like complimentary toiletries by local brand Spa Esprit, as well as a pillow menu. - Lauren Ho

39 Ann Siang Road, Singapore; Tel: 65.6 423 0238; www.matchbox.sg; prices from S$52

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