Walter Ponce
Mandala Club is a private members’ club in Singapore, set in a four-storey heritage shophouse on Bukit Pasoh Road, on the edge of Chinatown and a short walk from the Central Business District. Only members and their guests can enter, and it offers a serene, sophisticated setting for business meetings, dinners or simply unwinding after a long day.
The club is owned by Mandala Group, whose co-founder and CEO is Ben Jones. It opened in 2021 in the shophouse previously home to the Straits Clan club, with the idea of creating a space where the city’s most dynamic people could gather, network and relax in style. It quickly became one of Singapore’s most sought-after clubs.
Inside Mandala Club: bar, cigar room and screening room
The club features a private bar, cigar room and lounge, elegantly designed with a mix of modern and traditional décor. The bar serves a selection of premium spirits and wine, while the cigar room is a comfortable space to enjoy a fine cigar.
For relaxing, the lounge offers comfortable seating and a calm atmosphere. There are also private meeting rooms with modern equipment, which makes the club practical for meetings and presentations.
One of the most unusual features is the private screening room, designed like a classic cinema, with plush seating, a large screen and high-quality sound.
Beyond the spaces, the club offers members services such as concierge, event planning and travel arrangements, delivered by a team focused on attention to detail.
How to become a member
To become a member of Mandala Club, you go through an application process and must be approved by the club’s membership committee. Once accepted, members get access to all of the club’s spaces and services, plus members-only events and experiences. Fees and the process change over time, so check the official website for current details.
Website Mandala Club: https://mandala.club/
Mandala Club review: is it worth it?
My verdict: Mandala Club offers a unique and polished experience in Singapore, with excellent spaces, services and personal attention.
As with any members’ club, whether it is worth it for you depends on how often you will use it. The value is in the regular things: meetings in a quiet, professional setting, a ready-made network, and the club’s dinners, screenings and events. Membership is a recurring cost, so it is worth comparing the fees with how many evenings and meetings you realistically expect to spend there.
It suits:
- Professionals who meet clients and want a private, calm place to do it.
- Newcomers to Singapore looking to build a social and business network.
- People who enjoy events, from talks and tastings to film screenings.
What is a private members’ club?
A private members’ club is a venue that only members and their invited guests can enter. The idea comes from the traditional gentlemen’s clubs of London, but modern clubs are much more open and social, designed as a “third place” between home and office: somewhere to work, meet, eat, drink and attend events. Most offer a mix of workspaces, members-only restaurants and bars, wellness facilities, cultural programmes and sometimes reciprocal access to partner clubs abroad.
Membership usually follows a similar path: an application form, often one or more referrals from existing members, a committee review, then a joining fee plus an annual or monthly fee. House rules on dress, phone use and guests are common.
Singapore has a long tradition of clubs, from historic colonial-era sports and social institutions to newer lifestyle clubs aimed at entrepreneurs, creatives and international professionals. Mandala Club belongs to the second group.
Where is Mandala Club? Getting there
Mandala Club is on Bukit Pasoh Road, a quiet street of restored shophouses between Chinatown and Outram. The nearest MRT station is Outram Park, a few minutes’ walk away, and Maxwell and Tanjong Pagar stations are also close. Taxis and Grab are easy to find, and you can tap a contactless bank card at MRT gates.
The area is great for combining with food and sightseeing:
- Chinatown: temples, heritage shophouses and Maxwell Food Centre
- Keong Saik Road: one of the city’s best streets for restaurants and bars
- Telok Ayer and Amoy Street: historic streets full of cafés and restaurants
- Club Street and Ann Siang Hill: popular for after-work drinks
For more ideas, see my list of 10 places to visit in Singapore, and if you are moving here, my guide to finding a job in Singapore as a European.
Etiquette in a members’ club
- Respect the dress code: smart casual is common, but check the house rules.
- Keep calls discreet: many clubs limit phone calls in social areas.
- Ask before taking photos: privacy is one of the main reasons members join.
- Book in advance for restaurants, screenings and events.
FAQ
Is Mandala Club worth it? The spaces and service are excellent. Whether membership pays off depends on how often you will use it for meetings, networking and events.
What do Mandala Club Singapore reviews say? My review highlights the bar, cigar room, screening room and the level of personal service.
Can anyone visit Mandala Club? No. It is a private members’ club, so access is for members and their invited guests.
How do you become a member? You apply and must be approved by the membership committee. Check the official website for the current process and fees.
Where is Mandala Club in Singapore? On Bukit Pasoh Road, between Chinatown and Outram, near Outram Park MRT.
Is it a good place for business meetings? Yes. Private meeting rooms and quiet lounges make it a popular choice.
