Address : 116 Lorong J & 119 Lorong K Telok Kurau Singapore 425946 & 425760
We are pleased to share that SMU has leased 65 beds from CAMPUS by The Assembly Place, which is newly constructed in late 2023 and conveniently located just 11 mins walk away from Kembangan MRT station (EW6) and 4 mins walk from nearest public bus stops. The hostel also has a free dedicated shuttle bus service with 4 different timings to ferry students to Paya Lebar MRT (EW8) 4 stops away from Bugis MRT station (10min walk to SMU), and 7 stops away from Bras Basah MRT (CC2).
CAMPUS by The Assembly Place is a fully dedicated student hostel accommodation where the occupants are student pass holders. This student centric environment offers a unique blend of comfort, safety, and community, where students can thrive freely with fellow students from other tertiary institutions. CAMPUS is among the rare accommodation providers in Singapore focused on providing student hostel accommodation environment at affordable prices, as many accommodation providers are now providing co-living spaces, which are priced higher and will house a myriad of different occupiers besides students.
The hostel grounds boast an impressive array of amenities and facilities, including:
- Social Kitchen and Communal Dining Area
- Co-Working Forest Lounge and Study Spaces
- Gym and Outdoor Fitness Corner
- Multi-Purpose Hard Court and Jogging Track
- Relaxation Lawn and Wellness Garden
- Herbs Garden, Chess Garden, and Swing Garden
- Dash Track for high-intensity workouts
Location and Surrounding
Telok Kurau is a charming and laid-back district located in the East Coast of Singapore, nestled between Katong and Kembangan. This tranquil neighbourhood is steeped in history and rich cultural heritage, offering a unique blend of old-world charm and modern conveniences. With its picturesque streets, quaint shophouses, and lush green spaces, Telok Kurau exudes a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making it a beloved home for long-time residents and an attractive destination for visitors. Today, it is a thriving community with a mix of residential, commercial, and recreational areas, offering a relaxed and family-friendly lifestyle. Enjoy exploring the local eateries, cafes, and shops, or take a stroll along the nearby East Coast Park, which offers stunning views of the sea and a range of outdoor activities.
BED TYPES
3 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed)
4-5 Bedder – Type A (Normal Bed)
4-5 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed)
6 Bedder – Type A (Normal Bed)
6 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed)
Communal Bathroom provided on each level
Facilities
Communal Study Area
Chill-out Area
Dining Areas
Fitness Corner
Outdoor Deck
Commercial Laundromat Area
Green Breakaway Spaces
Karaoke and Activities Room
Accommodation Fees for SMU full-time Undergraduates Only
FOR THE FOLLOWING PERIODS :
SEMESTER 1 & 2 STAY (1 AUGUST 2025 TO 30 APRIL 2026) & FULL ACADEMIC STAY (1 AUGUST 2025 TO 31 JULY 2026)
*Please check with Housing Office directly for the accommodation fees if you wish to apply for CAMPUS and not a full-time undergraduate.
To further assist students with accommodation, SMU has provided additional subsidies off the discounted contract rates This would be the final room rates full time undergraduate students need to pay when taking up CAMPUS By The Assembly Place.
Semester 1 & 2 Stay (01 Aug 2025 to 30 April 2026)
Room Type | Room Rent Per Person | Registration Fee | Total |
3 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed) | $7,200.00 | $223.45 | $7,423.45 |
4-5 Bedder – Type A | $7,200.00 | $223.45 | $7,423.45 |
4-5 Bedder – Type B (Loft bed) | $6,750.00 | $223.45 | $6,973.45 |
6 Bedder – Type A | $7,200.00 | $223.45 | $7,423.45 |
6 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed) | $6,300.00 | $223.45 | $6,523.45 |
Full Academic Stay (01 Aug 2025 to 31 July 2026)
Room Type | Room Rent Per Person | Registration Fee | Total |
3 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed) | $9,600.00 | $223.45 | $9,823.45 |
4-5 Bedder – Type A | $9,600.00 | $223.45 | $9,823.45 |
4-5 Bedder – Type B (Loft bed) | $9,000.00 | $223.45 | $9,223.45 |
6 Bedder – Type A | $9,600.00 | $223.45 | $9,823.45 |
6 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed) | $8,400 | $223.45 | $8,623.45 |
* All rates are quoted in Singapore dollars and inclusive of prevailing Goods and Services Tax. Rent would be paid directly to SMU, while the registration fee would be collected by the site office in cash only upon check-in.
* Do note that all applications for rooms must be done through SMU directly to enjoy the above rates. If you apply through Campus by The Assembly Place (external landlord) website, you will not be considered for any contract terms that we have negotiated as a group jointly under SMU. If in doubt, please contact us at smuhostel@smu.edu.sg before you make any booking.
Our rates Include:
- Campus Wifi
Utilities. To create a more sustainable living environment, there is an energy-saving initiative at CAMPUS For this, aircon timers would be installed in all rooms.
This initiative aims to:
✅ Reduce unnecessary energy consumption 🌍
✅ Prevent condensation issues caused by prolonged aircon use ❄
✅ Ensure a more balanced and comfortable indoor climate.The aircon in your room will automatically turn off and cannot be switched on during the following intervals:
Monday - Friday excluding weekends and public holidays
⏳ 10 AM – 12 PM
⏳ 2 PM – 4 PMCAMPUS facilities
Single Bed Mattress, Mattress Protector, Pillow, Pillow Cover
Shuttle Bus Services, 7-10am (Mon-Fri, excluding public holiday)
Weekly Room Housekeeping (Common Area Only)
Points to note regarding the accommodation
- There are no visitors allowed unless under special circumstances and arrangements.
- You will likely be living with other students in the same apartment as SMU is unable to rent the whole apartment solely for SMU students.
- Once the Housing Fees are posted into your OASIS account, you will be given 7 days to make payment to avoid undesirable actions, such as Hostel Administration Hold, taken by SMU. The Hostel Administration Hold would restrict your access to any course bidding, viewing of grades, collection of transcript and etc.
HOW TO APPLY
We accept applications from undergraduates (full-time SMU students) and all other students (PhD or Masters) who have accepted the offer to study full time at SMU. Priority would be granted to full time undergraduates due to their length of study in SMU.
The allocation of rooms is at the discretion of the University and subject to the disposition and needs of applicants. Allocations will result in students of various age and cultural backgrounds being accommodated together in shared units, a reflection of SMU’s diverse student population.
Changing of rooms will not be allowed.
Students who are interested to stay for AY2025/26 can fill in and submit the application (e-Form) on Monday , 2 June 2025 at 9am (Singapore time) via the following link:
Do note that all applications for rooms have to be done through SMU directly in order to be valid. If you apply through The Assembly Place (external landlord) website, you will not be considered for any contract terms that we have negotiated as a group jointly under SMU. If in doubt please contact us at smuhostel@smu.edu.sg before you make any booking.
APPLICATION PROCESSING
Applications will be processed on a first-come-first-serve basis and will close once all the beds are taken up. Any applications received before the application start date and time would not be considered, so students are advised to adhere strictly to the timing.
If you apply before the application start date stated above, your first application will be invalid and you will need to apply again. If you applied after the start date stated above, your application will only be considered if there are still vacant beds available.
APPLICATION RESULTS AND ACCEPTANCE
Successful applicants will be informed of their application results and room allocations only via email. Successful applicants are able to move in from :
Semester 1 - 1 August 2025
Semester 2 - 1 January 2026
* No early check-in before the move-in dates stated above is allowed.
Unsuccessful applicants will be placed on a waiting list and any allocations will be given based on any withdrawal or cancellation. However, being placed on the waiting list does not guarantee an offer of accommodation.
NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS
- Submission of applications does not guarantee an offer of accommodation.
- The mode of payment is via Telegraphic/Bank Transfer only. A copy of the completed transaction slip or email notification from the bank for the payment made shall be returned to smuhostel@smu.edu.sg by the date stated in the Letter of Offer, in order for your bed to be reserved successfully.
- Confirmation: Successful applicants are required to pay the advance payment amount stated when they receive the letter of offers for their stay. We would only confirm your accommodation upon receipt of full payment.
- Administrative Fee: Successful applicants must make a separate payment of S$223.45 (inclusive of GST) Administrative Fee to the site administration staff during check-in.
- Pre-termination of stay: Successful applicant is expected to remain in residence for the time specified in the agreement once an allocation of the accommodation has been assigned to and accepted by him/her. No pre-termination of stay is allowed except for exceptional circumstances such as withdrawal of course from SMU.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
A. Payment in person
Payment can be made at the new Student Services Hub located at 70 Stamford Road #B1-36 (opposite Dental@Uni), from Mondays to Fridays (excluding public holidays), 10am to 5pm.:
• Debit/Credit Card (VISA/Mastercard) in person
• NETs or credit/debit card in person
B. Online Credit/Debit Card Payment
via Student Self-Service Page
LEASING BUSINESS (LB)
Singapore Management University
Administration Building
81 Victoria Street
Singapore 188065
Mr Toh Han Lin
Assistant Manager
hltoh@smu.edu.sg
+65 6336 5621
Mr Alvin Ow
Senior Resident Manager
alvinow@smu.edu.sg
+65 6336 5262
CAMPUS by The Assembly Place
Address - 116 Lorong J and 119 Lorong K Telok Kurau
Singapore 425946 & 425760
Email address for queries - smuhostel@smu.edu.sg
Please click on the button below for the map : -
BED TYPES
3 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed)
4-5 Bedder – Type A (Normal Bed)
4-5 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed)
6 Bedder – Type A (Normal Bed)
6 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed)
Communal Bathroom provided on each level
Facilities
Communal Study Area
Chill-out Area
Dining Areas
Fitness Corner
Outdoor Deck
Commercial Laundromat Area
Green Breakaway Spaces
Karaoke and Activities Room
Accommodation Fees for SMU full-time Undergraduates Only
FOR THE FOLLOWING PERIODS :
SEMESTER 1 & 2 STAY (1 AUGUST 2025 TO 30 APRIL 2026) & FULL ACADEMIC STAY (1 AUGUST 2025 TO 31 JULY 2026)
*Please check with Housing Office directly for the accommodation fees if you wish to apply for CAMPUS and not a full-time undergraduate.
To further assist students with accommodation, SMU has provided additional subsidies off the discounted contract rates This would be the final room rates full time undergraduate students need to pay when taking up CAMPUS By The Assembly Place.
Semester 1 & 2 Stay (01 Aug 2025 to 30 April 2026)
Room Type | Room Rent Per Person | Registration Fee | Total |
3 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed) | $7,200.00 | $223.45 | $7,423.45 |
4-5 Bedder – Type A | $7,200.00 | $223.45 | $7,423.45 |
4-5 Bedder – Type B (Loft bed) | $6,750.00 | $223.45 | $6,973.45 |
6 Bedder – Type A | $7,200.00 | $223.45 | $7,423.45 |
6 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed) | $6,300.00 | $223.45 | $6,523.45 |
Full Academic Stay (01 Aug 2025 to 31 July 2026)
Room Type | Room Rent Per Person | Registration Fee | Total |
3 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed) | $9,600.00 | $223.45 | $9,823.45 |
4-5 Bedder – Type A | $9,600.00 | $223.45 | $9,823.45 |
4-5 Bedder – Type B (Loft bed) | $9,000.00 | $223.45 | $9,223.45 |
6 Bedder – Type A | $9,600.00 | $223.45 | $9,823.45 |
6 Bedder – Type B (Loft Bed) | $8,400 | $223.45 | $8,623.45 |
* All rates are quoted in Singapore dollars and inclusive of prevailing Goods and Services Tax. Rent would be paid directly to SMU, while the registration fee would be collected by the site office in cash only upon check-in.
* Do note that all applications for rooms must be done through SMU directly to enjoy the above rates. If you apply through Campus by The Assembly Place (external landlord) website, you will not be considered for any contract terms that we have negotiated as a group jointly under SMU. If in doubt, please contact us at smuhostel@smu.edu.sg before you make any booking.
Our rates Include:
- Campus Wifi
Utilities. To create a more sustainable living environment, there is an energy-saving initiative at CAMPUS For this, aircon timers would be installed in all rooms.
This initiative aims to:
✅ Reduce unnecessary energy consumption 🌍
✅ Prevent condensation issues caused by prolonged aircon use ❄
✅ Ensure a more balanced and comfortable indoor climate.The aircon in your room will automatically turn off and cannot be switched on during the following intervals:
Monday - Friday excluding weekends and public holidays
⏳ 10 AM – 12 PM
⏳ 2 PM – 4 PMCAMPUS facilities
Single Bed Mattress, Mattress Protector, Pillow, Pillow Cover
Shuttle Bus Services, 7-10am (Mon-Fri, excluding public holiday)
Weekly Room Housekeeping (Common Area Only)
Points to note regarding the accommodation
- There are no visitors allowed unless under special circumstances and arrangements.
- You will likely be living with other students in the same apartment as SMU is unable to rent the whole apartment solely for SMU students.
- Once the Housing Fees are posted into your OASIS account, you will be given 7 days to make payment to avoid undesirable actions, such as Hostel Administration Hold, taken by SMU. The Hostel Administration Hold would restrict your access to any course bidding, viewing of grades, collection of transcript and etc.
HOW TO APPLY
We accept applications from undergraduates (full-time SMU students) and all other students (PhD or Masters) who have accepted the offer to study full time at SMU. Priority would be granted to full time undergraduates due to their length of study in SMU.
The allocation of rooms is at the discretion of the University and subject to the disposition and needs of applicants. Allocations will result in students of various age and cultural backgrounds being accommodated together in shared units, a reflection of SMU’s diverse student population.
Changing of rooms will not be allowed.
Students who are interested to stay for AY2025/26 can fill in and submit the application (e-Form) on Monday , 2 June 2025 at 9am (Singapore time) via the following link:
Do note that all applications for rooms have to be done through SMU directly in order to be valid. If you apply through The Assembly Place (external landlord) website, you will not be considered for any contract terms that we have negotiated as a group jointly under SMU. If in doubt please contact us at smuhostel@smu.edu.sg before you make any booking.
APPLICATION PROCESSING
Applications will be processed on a first-come-first-serve basis and will close once all the beds are taken up. Any applications received before the application start date and time would not be considered, so students are advised to adhere strictly to the timing.
If you apply before the application start date stated above, your first application will be invalid and you will need to apply again. If you applied after the start date stated above, your application will only be considered if there are still vacant beds available.
APPLICATION RESULTS AND ACCEPTANCE
Successful applicants will be informed of their application results and room allocations only via email. Successful applicants are able to move in from :
Semester 1 - 1 August 2025
Semester 2 - 1 January 2026
* No early check-in before the move-in dates stated above is allowed.
Unsuccessful applicants will be placed on a waiting list and any allocations will be given based on any withdrawal or cancellation. However, being placed on the waiting list does not guarantee an offer of accommodation.
NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS
- Submission of applications does not guarantee an offer of accommodation.
- The mode of payment is via Telegraphic/Bank Transfer only. A copy of the completed transaction slip or email notification from the bank for the payment made shall be returned to smuhostel@smu.edu.sg by the date stated in the Letter of Offer, in order for your bed to be reserved successfully.
- Confirmation: Successful applicants are required to pay the advance payment amount stated when they receive the letter of offers for their stay. We would only confirm your accommodation upon receipt of full payment.
- Administrative Fee: Successful applicants must make a separate payment of S$223.45 (inclusive of GST) Administrative Fee to the site administration staff during check-in.
- Pre-termination of stay: Successful applicant is expected to remain in residence for the time specified in the agreement once an allocation of the accommodation has been assigned to and accepted by him/her. No pre-termination of stay is allowed except for exceptional circumstances such as withdrawal of course from SMU.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
A. Payment in person
Payment can be made at the new Student Services Hub located at 70 Stamford Road #B1-36 (opposite Dental@Uni), from Mondays to Fridays (excluding public holidays), 10am to 5pm.:
• Debit/Credit Card (VISA/Mastercard) in person
• NETs or credit/debit card in person
B. Online Credit/Debit Card Payment
via Student Self-Service Page
LEASING BUSINESS (LB)
Singapore Management University
Administration Building
81 Victoria Street
Singapore 188065
Mr Toh Han Lin
Assistant Manager
hltoh@smu.edu.sg
+65 6336 5621
Mr Alvin Ow
Senior Resident Manager
alvinow@smu.edu.sg
+65 6336 5262
CAMPUS by The Assembly Place
Address - 116 Lorong J and 119 Lorong K Telok Kurau
Singapore 425946 & 425760
Email address for queries - smuhostel@smu.edu.sg
