Just to share based on several hotel tries in Singapore.
1. Geylang is NOT a good place to stay for Muslims as that is the red light area. Its actually not a Malay area at all, it just happens to share the same name with the real Malay Geylang area which is Geylang Serai.
The Malay Geylang area is actually at Geylang Serai. Look for budget hotel near Joo Chiat Complex, Geylang Serai Market. The market is alive from morning till late afternoon. Plenty of halal stalls upstairs. If the stalls are closed, there are still plenty of halal restaurant in the area to choose from.
Nearest MRT is Paya Lebar (green line).
2. Little India is actually my favourite place to stay. Reason is because they have many 24 hours mamak (indian muslim) restaurants and the place is more alive than Geylang Serai. The best part is seeing Indian Muslim and Indian Hindu living so harmoniously together. On weekend nights you can see all the indian labour worker gather. It's like a big picnic.
Be warned though, there are still some red light areas though not as obvious. Try to find hotels near Mustafa Centre, its the safest bet. There's also City Square Mall if you're looking for a shopping mall to have a breather from all the excitement of Little India. I suggest you try shopping in Mustafa, it's really tough! There's just sooo many people and the aisle are sooo narrow. Its an experience. Plus you'll see rare Indian food from India!
Nearest MRT is Farrer Park (purple line). Little India MRT is also in Little India but is further from Mustafa where I think the most active part of Little India is at.
3. Bugis! Cost more as its in the town centre and...there's Sultan Mosque! Love the azan there. Plenty of halal food around, though not 24 hours. There are 24 hours halal fast food chains at Bugis Junction area. Its very tourist centred. If you see plenty of people at a place, that's probably where all the locals go and I suggest you try that restaurant out.
Nearest MRT Is Bugis (green line).
Getting around: Singapore is really tiny and the public transportation is really reliable. So all you need to get around is:
1. Data plan
2. Streetdirectory.sg phone app
3. Learn to use the app, and you're set to go!
4. Of course if you're ever unsure, do ask around!
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