Ride started outside downtown and it was the most luxury bus we have ever used in SEA. Brand new Scania with 24 seats, catering and air con plus onboard entertainment. 22 $ each person. A very comfortable ride.
We arrived 6:30 am at the Princess Garden Hotel and we could check in immediately. Highlight of the hotel (which is not a backpacker hostel for sure ) is the 16 mtr pool.