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lyf Hotels

Ascott's social-living brand for young travellers, launched in 2016, with its first property, lyf Funan, opening in Singapore in 2019.

  • The Ascott LimitedHotel group
  • 2016Launched
  • SingaporeOrigin

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About lyf

Ascott launched lyf in 2016 as a co-living brand for young travellers; the name stands for ‘Live Your Freedom’. The first property, lyf Funan Singapore, opened in September 2019 with 279 units on the upper floors of Funan mall.

What to expect

Shared, sociable spaces such as co-working lounges, social kitchens and laundromats, plus private studios and apartments. Properties include lyf Funan and lyf one-north in Singapore, lyf Chinatown Kuala Lumpur, lyf Tenjin Fukuoka, lyf Collingwood Melbourne and lyf Midtown Hangzhou.

Who it suits

Younger travellers, digital nomads and solo travellers who like meeting people.

Booking tips

  • Ascott Star Rewards members can earn and use points at participating properties, usually on eligible rates booked directly.

What lyf is known for

  • Launched in 2016
  • Co-living for young travellers
  • First property: lyf Funan (2019)

Style of hotels

  • Lifestyle & design
  • Serviced apartments

Good for

  • Solo travellers
  • Budget stays

Where to find lyf

lyf hotels are found mainly in: International.

  • Singapore Funan and one-north
  • Kuala Lumpur Chinatown
  • Fukuoka Tenjin
  • Melbourne Collingwood
  • Hangzhou

Signature hotels

  • lyf Funan SingaporeSingapore

Ascott Star Rewards: lyf loyalty programme

Stays at lyf hotels count towards Ascott Star Rewards. Members can earn points on eligible stays across the group's brands and redeem them for free nights. Points and member rates usually apply only to bookings made directly or on qualifying rates.

lyf: Frequently Asked Questions

01Who owns lyf?

lyf is part of The Ascott Limited. Ascott, based in Singapore, is the lodging arm of CapitaLand Investment and runs more than 900 properties in over 40 countries.

02Which loyalty programme does lyf use?

Stays at lyf hotels can earn and use points in Ascott Star Rewards when you book in a way that qualifies, usually directly with the brand or through an eligible rate.

03How do I find cheap lyf hotels?

Search your destination and dates on HotelSelects Deals, then compare the rates shown. Booking a few weeks ahead for busy dates, staying flexible by a day and choosing refundable rates you can rebook all help you find a better price.

lyf, its logo and trademarks are the property of The Ascott Limited and are used for identification only. HotelSelects is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by lyf. We may earn a commission from bookings made through our links, at no extra cost to you.