Is there a 24-hour laundromat in Bedok?

Yes. Hangout Laundry at 531 Bedok North Street 3, #01-706 is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including public holidays.

Is Hangout Laundry air-conditioned?

Yes, the laundromat is fully air-conditioned. To conserve energy, air-conditioning runs from 7am to 1am daily. It is just a little warmer during the late-night hours but you can always switch on our fans. The machines are available around the clock.

Can I wash my comforter, curtains or bedsheets here?

Yes. Our 16kg and 20kg high-capacity machines are well-suited for duvets, comforters, curtains, bedsheets, pillows, and other bulky items that home washing machines cannot handle properly.

Can I wash my pet items, rugs or mats at Hangout Laundry?

No. We do not have any specific machines set aside for multipurpose use such as pet-related laundry, rugs or floor mats. Our machines are only for clothes, linens and bedding.

Do I need to bring my own detergent or softener?

No. All program cycles include an automatic dosing detergent. Depending on the program cycle you choose, selected cycles will also include softener. Adding your own detergent or softener on top of the automatic doses may result in excess suds and clothes that do not come out clean.

Do I need coins to use the machines at Hangout Laundry?

No coins needed. You can pay using tokens purchased at our token changers via PayNow or cash ($2, $5 and $10 notes accepted), or via the Huebsch app using credit or debit card, Google Pay or Apple Pay.

What is the Huebsch app and how does it work?

The Huebsch app lets you pay for machines, check real-time machine availability, monitor your cycle remotely, and get a notification when your laundry is done. Top up $50 or more and receive 10% bonus credits automatically. Download on Google Play or the Apple App Store and search for location pin 531706.

Is there free WiFi at Hangout Laundry?

Yes. Free WiFi is available throughout the laundromat. There is also comfortable seating and table space if you want to work or catch up on something while your laundry runs.

Is there parking at Hangout Laundry?

Yes. Ample parking is available directly in front of the laundromat at 531 Bedok North Street 3.

What coffee and drinks are available at Hangout Laundry?

We have a fully self-service specialty coffee machine offering espresso-based drinks using the Santino Coffee Capri blend (100% Arabica, sourced from Brazil and Honduras), matcha latte, dirty matcha (matcha with a shot of espresso), and a drinking chocolate made with Tea Drop's Classic Drinking Chocolate from Melbourne. Both hot and iced versions are available. Payment at the coffee machine is cashless — credit/debit card, PayNow, Google Pay, Apple Pay, GrabPay, Alipay, WeChat Pay and EZ-Link accepted.

Can I eat in the laundromat?

No. Please refrain from eating full meals at the laundromat to keep the space clean and free from pests. Food from elsewhere is only allowed on the premises during private Hangout Laundry events where we are able to clean up immediately after.

Can I book Hangout Laundry for a private event or party?

Yes. The space is available for commercial, community and content rental. Please visit our venue hire page at https://hangoutlaundry.sg/hangouts for more details.

Where is Hangout Laundry located?

Hangout Laundry is at 531 Bedok North Street 3, #01-706, Singapore 460531. The nearest MRT stations are Bedok MRT and Tanah Merah MRT. Spacious parking is available directly in front of the laundromat.

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A real day out in Bedok: what tourists actually miss (and locals love)

6/24/20265 min read

Most tourists exploring eastern Singapore do not make it past Joo Chiat or East Coast. They come for the famous hawker stalls, eat well, and leave without realising there is an entire overshadowed neighbourhood aka Bedok that is well-loved by locals.

This is a guide to spending a proper day in Bedok like a local.

Start the Day: Bedok 538 Market and Food Centre (538 Bedok North Street 3, Singapore 460538)

Most visitors head to Bedok Interchange Hawker Centre or Bedok 85. Both are good. But Bedok 538 right in the heart of Bedok North is where the neighbourhood actually eats breakfast.

Built in 1979, the hawker centre at Block 538 Bedok North Street 3 has over 40 cooked food stalls and is one of the popular hawker centres in the Bedok area.

A few stalls worth knowing:

Ah Kiat Wanton Mee (#01-92) — Ah Kiat took over the stall from his godmother, who had been running it at the same location for years. He rises at 2am to roast the char siew and prepare ingredients, opens at 6am, then returns for the lunch crowd. The chewy noodles, plump dumplings (done in two different styles) and homemade chilli sauce are the reason people queue.

Lim Kopi (#01-85) — A kaya toast, soft-boiled eggs, and coffee set for under $3. If you want something more, they also do egg mayo and cheese sandwiches. Old-school Singapore breakfast, no frills.

Super Shiok Nasi Lemak (#01-115) — Fluffy basmati rice meets spicy sambal overloaded with ikan bilis. What's not to love? Fresh and hot sides like crispy chicken wings, otah, omelette are consistently topped up. The dry mee siam is a standout too.

Ah Koon Fish Soup (#01-120 & 121) — This well-loved stall take up two units. On one side, you can order generously portioned, thick-cut sliced batang fish in a umami soup base. On the other side, the same sliced fish can be donw stir fry white bee hoon style. Craving for more dishes? The stall also stir fries fish head, sambal potato leaves, leather jacket too. Service is fast and efficient.

Mid-Morning: Bedok Reservoir Park (Bedok Reservoir Road, Singapore)

A 10-minute drive or a walk across the bridge near the park connector at Bedok North brings you to one of Singapore's most underrated parks. What can you do here?

Walking and jogging — the reservoir loop is a proper circuit, popular with morning runners and families. Flat, shaded in sections, views across the water. Good if you want to move after a heavy hawker breakfast.

Passion Wave — water sports rentals and activities at the reservoir, operated by People's Association. Kayaking, dragon boating, and other water activities are available. Check the Passion Wave site for opening hours, current programmes and booking. Suitable for beginners.

Forest Adventure — Singapore's only treetop adventure course, set in the forest on the banks of Bedok Reservoir. The Grand Course has 44 obstacles including 3 giant zip lines. There is also a Junior Course and a Kids Course for younger participants. Courses are unguided once you are up in the trees, though a thorough safety briefing and continuous safety line system means you are attached at all times. Book in advance on weekends. Check forestadventure.com.sg for current prices and availability before you go.

If you are travelling with kids, the reservoir park alone can fill half a day.

Lunch: Tombok Tombok (670 Bedok North Street 3, #01-02, Kaki Bukit Community Club, Singapore 469627)

Finding a Peranakan restaurant inside a community centre is not something you expect. Finding a genuinely good one is even less expected.

Tombok Tombok at Kaki Bukit Community Club is quite the hidden gem. The Chicken Ngoh Hiang and the Nonya Chap Chye (braised mixed vegetables) draws comparisons to proper home cooking.

For lunch, go for the Perankan sets that start from $13.70 onwards. Each set come with a substantial main (usually a protein) plus two sides of your choice. For dinner, go bigger: the Ayam Buah Keluak fried rice, Itek Sioh (braised duck), Prawn Kerabu and Nonya Chendol for dessert.

It is Halal certified, with air-conditioned counter service and tables suited for families sharing big spreads. The space is large, which makes it a good option for groups. It has glass windows facing the main road, with entrances through the community centre compound.

The location is somewhat off the usual tourist trail. You need to take a short bus ride (bus 137) from Bedok North MRT along the Downtown Line. All part of the local appeal!

Closed on Mondays. Tuesday to Friday 11am to 9.30pm; Saturday & Sunday 10.30am to 9.30pm.

Afternoon: City Sprouts Bedok (200 Bedok North Avenue 1, Singapore 469752)

City Sprouts Bedok is a community and culture hub. It includes a Community Cat Garden with structured volunteering opportunities, a Community Makers' Lab run by VIVITA Singapore (a non-profit focused on STEM skills for youth), and free futsal court access every Wednesday and Friday between 3-5pm.

There is also padel here. Play! Padel operates a sheltered court at City Sprouts Bedok with one doubles court and one mini court, suitable for beginners and regulars. Advance booking is recommended. Check playpadel.sg for current schedules and rates.

This is a good place to spend an hour or two, especially if you are travelling with younger people or are curious about what community infrastructure looks like in a Singapore housing estate. It is unpretentious, genuinely community-run, and not on most tourist itineraries.

Do your laundry at Hangout Laundry, 531 Bedok North Street 3, #01-706

If you have been travelling for a few days and the laundry situation is getting out of hand, Bedok North is actually a convenient place to deal with it.

Hangout Laundry is a 24-hour, fully air-conditioned laundromat across the street from Bedok 538. High-capacity machines up to 20kg handle bulky loads. Perfect for items that pile up on a long trip. Detergent is included in every wash. Payment in both cash and cashless (PayNow, digital wallets, or the Huebsch app).

Practically speaking: drop your laundry here before heading to Tombok Tombok for lunch and collect a clean load after.

End the Night: Parvifolia (510 Bedok North Street 3, #01-75, Singapore 460510)

A 10-mins walk from Hangout Laundry is Muslim-friendly Parvifolia — a late-night dessert stop that locals in Bedok North treat as their neighbourhood's open secret.

The ice cream is floral-inspired, with 18 flavours that change seasonally priced from $5.20 for a single scoop, with premium flavours at an additional $1. Current flavours include Oolong Lychee and Spiced Strawberries alongside rotating options. The Nian Gao Waffle is worth the calories with its crispy edges and chewy centre. It pairs well with two scoops.

The interior is warm and inviting. It is the kind of place that is easy to stay in longer than you planned, especially on warm Singapore evenings.

Monday to Thusday, 12pm to 12.30am; Friday to Saturday, 12pm to 2am; Sunday 12pm to 1.30am.

Getting Around Bedok North

All five stops in this guide are concentrated in the Bedok North Street 3 area, within roughly a 10 to 15 minute walk of each other (Bedok Reservoir Park and City Sprouts are slightly further). A ride-hailing app covers the gaps easily.

Nearest MRT: Bedok North (Downtown Line, DT1). A short bus ride (on 137) or taxi ride from there brings you into Bedok North Street 3.

From Changi Airport: approximately 15 minutes by car, 25 minutes by public transport.

The Short Version

If you only have a few hours in Bedok, this is the order that works:

Breakfast at Bedok 538 (Block 538, Bedok North Street 3)
Morning activity at Bedok Reservoir Park: jog, kayak, or Forest Adventure
Drop laundry at Hangout Laundry (Block 531, Bedok North Street 3)
Lunch at Tombok Tombok (next to block 531, Kaki Bukit Community Club)
Pick up laundry at Hangout Laundry
Afternoon at City Sprouts Bedok (padel, cats, community vibes)
End the night at Parvifolia with ice cream and a waffle

It is a full day that costs very little, skips the usual tourist drag, and lets you see a part of Singapore that does not need to perform for visitors.

Hangout Laundry is a 24-hour self-service laundromat in Bedok North, Singapore, with air-conditioning, free WiFi, specialty coffee, and 16kg and 20kg high-capacity machines. Cashless payment via PayNow, Huebsch app, and cash accepted.

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