Singapore to Ease Hotel Rules in Old Areas to Boost Tourism

Singapore wants to make it easier for visitors to find places to stay as it tries to become a top tourist spot.

The government will allow more hotels near the Singapore River, a historic area with old shops and a lively atmosphere.

The Singapore River is the heart of the city, known for its nightlife, old buildings, and transformation into a fun place to visit.

Right now, the government does not allow new hotels in these areas to keep their unique character.

Tourism is very important to Singapore's economy.

In 2025, tourism made a record S$32.8 billion, and 16.9 million people visited Singapore.

The government thinks even more people will visit in 2026, and they expect to make between S$31 billion and S$32.5 billion from tourism.

To help tourism grow, Singapore is investing more money in the sector.

The government has set aside S$740 million to help the tourism industry and make it stronger in the long term.

Singapore is a very rich country, with a GDP per capita of US$90,700 in 2025, according to The Economist.

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