The Best Singapore Hotels

My Favorite Hotels in Singapore

• 5-star: Raffles
• 4-

• An international menu at Enca Café focuses especially on Indian cuisine. The cafe can be found at this location.

• 3-You may also want to consider the 3-star rated Gin Bugis hotel • For families: Ascott Orchard
• For couples: Naumi
• Best pool: Marina Bay
• Inexpensive: The Zur guten Quelle hotel offers budget-friendly rates

The 14 Best Hotels in Singapore

• Website: theabbott.com.au

1. Raffles – Colonial District

Hotel phone: +65 6337 1886
Singapore`s most renowned hotel, a 19th century heritage landmark and national monument. Opened in 1887 by Armenian hoteliers, the 5-star Raffles is a magnificent reminder of Singapore`s colonial prime, with formally dressed Sikhs safeguarding the front entryway, neo-Renaissance architecture, ornate wrought iron portico, and each of its 103 suites exuding Old World splendor. Guests are attended to by personal butlers and welcomed with the hotel`s signature Singapore Sling cocktails. All suites are spacious and include king-sized beds, antique furnishings and marble bathrooms. (My favorites are the Personality Suites that pay tribute to renowned individuals associated with the hotel`s history, from Ava Gardner to Rudyard Kipling.) Excellent dining choices feature a spectacular North Indian buffet at Tiffin Room and refined French fare at Raffles Grill. The Long Bar and the Long Bar Steakhouse were renovated in 2018. Rejuvenating spa and extensive shopping onsite.
Nearest transport: City Hall MRT

2. Marina Bay Sands – Marina Bay

Hotel phone: +65 6688 8868
The Marina Bay hotel prominently rises from the waterfront, consisting of three tall towers shaped resembling toppled playing cards. Guest rooms are sleek and spacious, and views are unsurpassed: floor-to-ceiling windows showcase the Marina Bay panorama on the west side and the futuristic Gardens by the Bay to the east. All bathrooms are equipped with rain showers within the monsoon; all but Deluxe rooms come with deep bathtubs. There`s an onsite spa and gymnasium, and an infinity pool and SkyDeck on the 57th floor defying gravity. Marina Bay Sands is surrounded by excellent dining and entertainment – the shopping complex underneath the hotel houses over 40 restaurants, high-end designer shopping, two theaters, an ice arena, and the ArtScience museum. A sound-and-light exhibition is staged nightly directly on the Bay.
Nearest transport: Bayfront MRT

3. Hotel Telegraph – Central Business District

Hotel phone: +65 6701 6800
A boutique hotel situated in a 1927 historical building, the recently refurbished Telegraph conveys French sophistication to the center of Singapore’s business district. Guest rooms reveal tremendous care in details, decorated in a plush French design with designer additions – like high faux skyways that depict the cupolas in renowned European landmarks. There are plenty of electronic features, too, from Illy espresso machines to the iPads utilized to regulate temperature, lighting, and air conditioning. All bathrooms highlight monsoon rain showers; suites include oversized tubs. Excellent dining and entertainment: Singapore’s first female French chef, Anne-Cecile Degennes, develops modern European meals with Asian touches at Xperience restaurant, and an outstanding patisserie in the lounge transforms into a lively bar at night. DJ gatherings take place at the rooftop infinity pool bar.
Nearest transport: Telok Ayer or Downtown MRT

4. Shangri-La – Orchard Road

Hotel phone: +65 6737 3644
An urban sanctuary – and one of the most family-friendly hotels in Singapore – providing true opulence amid 15 botanical acres in the heart of the city. This is the original Shangri-La hotel, boasting a marble lobby, 747 spacious and elegantly decorated rooms, CHI spa, sizable pool, and impeccable service. Rooms are spread across three wings: blond-wood rooms within the Tower Wing, rattan-and-wood Garden Wing rooms with balconies overlooking the pool, waterfall, and lush vegetation, and exclusive Valley Wing rooms which include unlimited champagne and complimentary afternoon tea. (Valley Wing deluxe suites come with personalized butler service.) Family-friendly amenities include bathrobes for kids, surprise gifts, and babysitting available upon request. Excellent on-site dining: high-end Cantonese fare at Shang Palace, Mediterranean dishes at the informal Waterfall, and an all-day international buffet. Intimate dining for up to 6 people is available inside the Orchid, a flower-filled garden art piece.
Nearest transport: Orchard MRT

5. Hotel Fort Canning – Colonial District

Hotel phone: +65 6559 6769
A hilltop, 5-star heritage hotel, combining colonial architecture with 21st century benefits. Once a training school for British-taught Singaporean soldiers, this carefully-restored boutique hotel is surrounded by lush vegetation and filled with historical artifacts. Quarters are average-sized, done in neutral hues and hardwood or marble floor surfaces, with a customized pillow menu available. Deluxe Garden quarters open out onto private patios with sun decks, while Premium quarters come with balconies and designer furnishings. Family-friendly services include a family pool and splashing pool, with a separate laps pool for serious swimmers. There’s also an excellent on-site spa and gym. Dining-wise, the stylish yet informal Salon serves Asian classics and Italian standards, while the Tisettanta Lounge specializes in expertly-blended cocktails.
Nearest transport: Dhoby Ghaut MRT

6. Sofitel Sentosa Resort & Spa – Sentosa Island

Hotel phone: +65 6708 8310
Parisian elegance expressed expansively, on a picturesque clifftop location overlooking the Singapore Strait. This restored colonial building offers 174 rooms, 34 suites and four villas, all with hardwood floors and floor-to-ceiling windows, most overlooking the lush landscaped grounds. Villas come with their own swimming pools. The spacious living areas and comfortable sofa beds of the Prestige and Prestige Family suites are great for travelers with children – kids also appreciate the large shallow area in the hotel’s pool. The extensive array of treatments in the hotel’s impressive spa ranks among the best in Singapore. Numerous on-site dining options include The Cliff (modern Italian), Kwee Zeen (buffet breakfasts and international mains) and The Garden (light, health-conscious dishes). Excellently located Just a few minutes away from one of Sentosa Island’s prettiest beaches, with complimentary shuttle service from VivoCity and Paragon mall on Orchard Road.
Nearest transport: Waterfront monorail

7. The St. Regis – Orchard Road

Hotel phone: +65 6506 6888
This is Singapore`s most luxurious 5-star hotel recognized for impeccable service and sumptuously elegant decor, featuring crystal chandeliers and artwork on display from artists such as Picasso and Fernando Botero. Guests are transported to the hotel by chauffeured Bentleys, and each room and suite has an assigned personal assistant. Spacious Art Deco guest rooms provide king-sized beds, plush upholstery, French marble baths, and Bose sound systems. Family stays can be accommodated in interconnected rooms, and the concierge can arrange family-friendly tours of the city. Kids also enjoy amenities like an indoor tennis court and child-friendly pool. There is excellent on-site dining options (including a Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant), and the spa offers indulgent treatments, plus indoor and outdoor hot tubs, a steam room and sauna, and a state-of-the-art gym. Fantastic location between the Singapore Botanic Gardens and upscale shopping on Orchard Road.
Nearest transport: Orchard MRT

8. Conrad Centennial – Marina Bay

Hotel phone: +65 6334 8888
The Conrad Centennial is a luxurious high-rise located along the waterfront in the Marina Bay district, providing superb views. Standing over 31 levels above a grand marble entryway, the hotel`s spacious rooms and suites are decorated in soothing neutral hues and include large plasma televisions and marble bathrooms. Guests can personalize their stay through a Concierge app before arrival. The hotel will also tailor individual sightseeing itineraries upon request and furnish maps for jogging routes. An expansive outdoor swimming pool overlooks the Singapore Flyer, and state-of-the-art fitness and spa facilities are available. In addition to four on-site dining selections, the Conrad Centennial is surrounded by the extensive Millennia Singapore complex, with easy access to over a thousand shops and three hundred restaurants.
Nearest transport: Promenade MRT

9. Fullerton Bay Hotel – Marina Bay

Hotel phone: +65 6333 8388
A striking contemporary designed hotel offers magnificent perspectives of Marina Bay. Guests arrive via the historic Clifford Pier or by limousine. Spacious rooms furnished with rosewood paneling come with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Marina Bay or Clifford Pier. Certain Premier Bay View rooms contain private outdoor hot tubs, and all bathrooms include tubs stocked with high-end Bottega Veneta amenities. Two on-site restaurants serve traditional Singaporean dishes (featuring a heritage dim sum brunch and afternoon tea) and French bistro fare. Travelers with children enjoy family packages, treats, babysitting services and kids’ concierge. Aside from the pool and state-of-the-art gym, guests have access to a full range of treatments at the Fullerton Spa located inside the Fullerton Hotel, a brief five-minute walk away. With signature cocktails, infinity pool and wide perspectives of the city’s skyline, the rooftop Lantern Bar ranks as one of Singapore’s most memorable watering holes.
Nearest transport: Raffles Place MRT

10. Naumi – Colonial District

Hotel phone: +65 6403 6000
This trendy boutique design hotel in a coveted Colonial District location has a sleek lobby area housing a lively bar and an upscale Indian restaurant. The 73 guest rooms are decorated with lean lines, neutral tones, contemporary artwork and designer furnishings. Rooms are themed: Habitat rooms are compact with earth tones, monochrome Oasis rooms are a little larger and include deep bathtubs, and Patio rooms have private outdoor spaces. Of the four suites, two are elegantly influenced by Coco Chanel, while the award-winning Eden and Nirwana suites are all pop art and Andy Warhol. Amenities include electric blackout blinds, Nespresso coffee makers, and Malin + Goetz bath products. There are three compact gyms and a rooftop bar and infinity pool offering magnificent views towards Marina Bay. It is excellently located, a short walk from Marina Bay, Raffles Hotel, museums, galleries and Fort Canning Park.
Nearest transport: City Hall MRT

11. The Vagabond Club – Little India

Hotel phone: +65 6291 6677
Former shophouse turned artsy boutique hotel, located between Little India and Kampong Glam. Art is the central focus of The Vagabond Club; walls lined with paintings and an artist-in-residence for guests to interact with. The heart of this hotel is the Vagabond Salon, strikingly decorated in crimson and gold, with six gold-leaved banyan trees rising to the dark ceiling, a massive gold rhino in place of a front desk, and a gold elephant plunging from one of the walls. All 41 designer guest rooms are slightly different in style, though all outfitted with plush fabrics against a backdrop of dark wood – some Classic and Deluxe rooms have terraces. Heritage building constraints have kept facilities at the hotel to a minimum, but a state-of-the-art gym was recently added.
Nearest transport: Bugis or Rochor MRT

12. Wanderlust – Little India

Hotel phone: +65 6396 3322
In the heart of Little India, this intimate hotel surprises with innovative design influences throughout its 29 rooms. Three award-winning Singaporean agencies imaginatively decorated the spaces with eclectic themes. Duplex suites like the Space rooms immerse guests in creative scenes including rockets and standalone tubs. Industrial elegance defines the lobby`s barbershop seats, exposed pipes and game area. A curved wall showcases vintage advertisements acknowledging the neighborhood`s past. The onsite Southern American/Indian restaurant specializes in barbecue while casual dining lines nearby streets. Guests can unwind in the rooftop hot tub with city views.
Nearest transport: Rochor MRT

13. D’Hotel – Chinatown

Hotel phone: +65 6595 1388
The hotel, formerly known as Wangz Hotel, welcomes guests with individualized care and youthful energy. The building has an unconventional barrel-like shape made of metal mesh that stands out. Artworks and sculptures by Asian artists specially commissioned for the hotel decorate the striking lobby. Themed floors house spacious rooms featuring striking nature-inspired artwork. Amenities provide comfort like rain showers, specialized mattresses, branded toiletries, and complimentary fresh fruit. Some modern conveniences are docking stations for mp3 players and dimmers by the beds. Guests can work out at the on-site gym or dine at the restaurant. Live music plays on weekends. The rooftop lounge serves creatively mixed cocktails and global small plates and main dishes with a breezy view. Situated on Outram Road within a 15-minute stroll of Chinatown, the surrounding Tiong Bahru neighborhood has quickly become one of the trendiest areas with many dining and coffee shop choices.
Nearest transport: Outram Park MRT

14. The Scarlet – Chinatown

Hotel phone: +65 6511 3333
One of Singapore’s original high-end boutique lodging facilities combines a vintage 1920s historic exterior appearance with daring, modern interior design. The lush entrance lobby includes sparkling gold tile, oversized cushioned chairs, and relaxed seating sections upholstered in lavish velvet and designer fabrics. There are 75 guest accommodations and 5 suites, and even though many of its rooms have relatively modest dimensions because of the hotel’s historic layout, The Scarlet makes the most of the available space. Some upgraded rooms include skylights for star gazing at night, and executive accommodations come with outdoor seating areas with a perspective overlooking Chinatown’s rooftops. Each suite is styled around an individual Scarlet Hotel motif: Passion, Swank, Splendor, Lavish, and Opulent. There is a small fitness center and outdoor hot tub for guest utilization. Casa Tartufo restaurant combines refined decor with northern Italian specialties, while the rooftop restaurant, ARIA, focuses on Sicilian cuisine and offers wonderful views.
Nearest transport: Chinatown or Telok Ayer MRT

Staying in Colonial District

Surrounded by the Singapore River to the south, Marina Bay to the east, Orchard Road to the west and Little India and Kampong Glam to the north, the Colonial District is home to numerous historic structures and other remnants dating back to the period of British rule, interspersed with contemporary office buildings, hotels and shopping complexes. No other part of Singapore packs as many cultural attractions into such a confined space: the city’s most vital museums and galleries are all found here, within a few blocks of one another. Dominating the western half of the heart of Singapore is Fort Canning Park, a hilly green area that hosts outdoor concerts and activities, as well as the The Battlebox, a museum committed to recounting Britain’s tremendous WWII defeat. North of Fort Canning Park is the National Museum of Singapore, with the Singapore Art Museum located diagonally across Bras Basah Road. A couple of blocks south along Armenian St is the Peranakan Museum. Heading east for three blocks on Coleman St, past St. Andrew’s Cathedral, brings you to the Singapore National Gallery – the world’s largest collection of Southeast Asian art. Two blocks north of the gallery along St Andrew’s Road is Raffles, Singapore’s iconic colonial-era hotel. Diagonally across from it is War Memorial Park, with its monument to the civilian victims of the Japanese occupation. Travel south, past the Padang cricket field to Esplanade Park, where you’ll find the pioneering Asian Civilisations Museum. The Colonial District’s dining scene consists of several stellar restaurants inside the National Art Gallery and area hotels, and international mid-range and high-end offerings inside Raffles City mall.

Best Hotels in the Colonial District

• Raffles
  Iconic heritage hotel, superb dining, close to museums, family-friendly. • Hotel phone: +65 6337 1886
• Naumi
  Contemporary boutique hotel, Andy Warhol-inspired suites, excellent restaurant, close to attractions. • Hotel phone: +65 6403 6000
• Fairmont
  Inspirational design, superb city perspectives, great tapas/cocktail bar, museums and shopping nearby. • Hotel phone: +65 6339 7777
• Grand Park City Hall
  Sleek, neutral tone rooms, excellent dining, close to shopping and attractions. • Hotel phone: +65 6336 3456
• A luxury hotel the Stamford
  Panoramic views, extensive recreational amenities, superb shopping and dining options. • Hotel contact number: +65 6338 8585

Best Restaurants in the Colonial District

• Jaan – Featuring stellar michelin-starred fusion cuisine in a romantic setting with superb views, prompt service, and reservations being essential.
• Odette – $$$$ – Striking decor, Michelin-starred French-Asian fusion, ideal for romantic dates and celebrations, reservations a must.
• The National Kitchen by Violet Oon – Moderate to high-priced traditional Peranakan dishes served in an opulent setting inside the National Gallery, informal and friendly atmosphere.
• Coriander Leaf – Ranging from $$-$$$, serving creative pan-Asian dishes ideal for sharing in a trendy setting popular among young professionals.

Staying in Orchard Road and Botanic Gardens

Singapore`s famous shopping area. Taking its name from the fruit farms and spice plantations like pepper and nutmeg that once occupied the land, Orchard Road stretches over two kilometers west of the Colonial Area, lined with shiny shopping centers, department stores and designer boutiques. High-end malls ( ION Orchard,Wisma Atria,Paragon) are situated towards its western end, while eastern end emporiums including 313@Somerset cater to young fashionistas on a budget. The stretch of Orchard Road west of the Orchard MRT station is dominated by 5 and 4-star hotels and collectors` art galleries. Past the Orange Grove Rd turnoff towards the Shangri-La Hotel, Orchard Road becomes Tanglin Road, continuing west towards the Singapore Botanic Gardens – one of the city`s largest green spaces, renowned for its themed gardens, lakes, and the world`s most extensive tropical orchid collection. Orchard Road`s dining scene includes varied international restaurants inside the shopping centers and hotels, ranging from exclusive Michelin-starred dining to casual noodle, burger, and sushi joints at the mall food courts.

Best Hotels in Orchard Road & Botanic Gardens

• Shangri-La Hotel
  Family-friendly, lavish rooms, excellent dining, near Orchard Road shopping. • Hotel phone: +65 6737 3644
• St. Regis
  Traditional enhance, stylish spaces, attendant assistance, outstanding spa, near Botanic Gardens. • Inn telephone: +65 6506 6888
• The Quincy
  Design-driven boutique hotel, cutting-edge amenities, good restaurant, trendy. • Hotel phone: +65 6738 5888
• Four Seasons
  Intimate luxury property featuring modern Asian design, excellent cuisine, and prime location close to shopping. • Hotel phone: +65 6734 1110
• Marriott Tang Plaza
  Prime location for shopping, contemporary design, near restaurants. • Hotel phone:

Best Restaurants in Orchard Road & Botanic Gardens

• Les Amis – $$$$ – Sophisticated dining with Michelin star French cuisine in an elegant atmosphere and legendary wine selection served with exemplary service requiring reservations.
• Corner House – Very high-priced establishment set in a historic location within the Botanic Gardens, fusion cuisine with seafood specialties and a casual, welcoming environment.
• Iggy’s • $$$$ • High-end, intimate setting, creative East-meets-West dishes, romantic, smooth service.
• Shashlik • $$-$$$ • Long-running Russian restaurant, casual atmosphere, grilled meats a emphasis, busy on weekends.
• Tim Ho Wan – $$-$$$ – Michelin-starred dim sum, inexpensive, busy, popular with groups, queues.

Staying in Marina Bay and the Quays

Located east of the Colonial city center and built on reclaimed land, the Marina Bay area possesses striking architecture and provides the setting for Singapore’s spectacular nighttime panoramas. To the south stand the skyscrapers of Central Business District, to the east the bay is dominated by the iconic Marina Bay Sands hotel, shopping, dining and theatre complex. The lotus flower design of ArtScience Museum sprouts next door, while the futuristic Gardens by the Bay spreads out to the east of the hotel. Across the causeway from the Gardens rotates the Singapore Flyer. The pedestrian Helix Bridge connects the Marina Bay Sands promenade with Esplanade to the north, comprising a floating stage for events, open-air hawker centre and the iconic Theatres on the Bay. The west side of Marina Bay is lined with hotels and restaurants, with the Merlion – the symbol of the city – spraying water into the bay from its prime waterfront location. Just west of the Merlion, the Singapore River flows west under the Anderson Bridge and past Boat Quay – once the busiest part of the port of Singapore, today its pedestrian promenade is densely lined with bars and restaurants. Further west along the river is Clarke Quay, the hub of Singapore’s nightlife, its restored warehouses housing restaurants, bars and nightclubs.

Best Hotels in the Marina Bay & the Quays

• Marina Bay Sands
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Ultra-modern design, unparalleled dining options, superb shopping, family-friendly facilities. • Hotel contact number: +65 6688 8868

• Conrad Centennial
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Stylish rooms, Marina Bay views, excellent dining and shopping options nearby. • Hotel phone number: +65 6334 8888

• The Ritz-Carlton Millennia
  Contemporary, artsy surroundings, spacious bay views, excellent dining options, close proximity to attractions. • Hotel phone: +65 6337 8888
• The lodge positioned within the Previous Supreme Court and Infantry Barracks advanced Singapore is a reworked city landmark.
  Luxurious heritage hotel, quay perspectives, near to nightlife, museums and dining. • Hotel phone: +65 6733 8388
• Fullerton Bay Hotel
  Edgy modern hotel, great rooftop bar, Marina Bay views, close to attractions. • Hotel phone: +65 6333 8388

Best Restaurants in the Marina Bay & the Quays

• The Waku Ghin restaurant offers exclusive, intimate Japanese dining in a minimalist setting. The legendary chef requires advance reservations.
• No Signboard – Casual seafood restaurant known for its chilli crab and white pepper crab specialties. It is popular with groups and taking reservations is recommended.
• Satay by the Bay – $ – This bustling location has inexpensive hawker-style food stalls and is known for satay and crab dishes. It offers an enjoyable al fresco dining experience.
• A renowned chef`s sleek Michelin-starred steakhouse • $$$$ • A fine-dining establishment led by a famous chef, very busy in the evenings and on weekends, business casual is the dress code.

Staying in Chinatown and the Central Business District

Just south of Clarke Quay and Boat Quay, the tall skyscrapers and large office buildings of the CBD (Central Business District), commonly known as The City, loom over the area. Singapore’s primary commercial and financial center is dominated by the famous locale called Raffles Place, and stretches roughly from Canal Road to Cross Street, with its gleaming structures interspersed with a few upscale hotels and dining options, like a well-known food court. Directly south of the CBD is Chinatown, settled by the Hokkien, Hakka, Cantonese and Teochew populations in the mid-19th century. Some of the early 20th century traditional shophouses still survive along Pagoda St, with Mosque, Pagoda, Temple and Smith Streets forming a popular tourist hub lined with shops, souvenir stalls and massage parlors, and peppered with a few good eateries. Immediately south, Chinatown’s daily life seems undisturbed by tourism, with locals dining at the Chinatown Complex hawker centre and practicing tai chi or aerobics in the small square by the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple. A couple blocks south Kreta Ayer Road, Keong Saik Road and Neil Road form a dense triangular cluster of trendy, upmarket restaurants and bars. Another dining and nightlife hub is along Club Street, a block east of Smith Street. Further east, past the green and serene Ann Siang Hill Park, Telok Ayer Street is lined with some beautiful Chinese temples and mosques, as well as inexpensive eateries.

Best Hotels in Chinatown & the CBD

• SO Sofitel Hotel
  Heritage hotel, cutting-edge French design, high-tech rooms, good dining, close to nightlife. • Hotel phone: +65 6701 6800
• The Scarlet
  Striking heritage building, unique design, close to dining and nightlife. • Hotel phone: +65 6511 3333
• Ann Siang House
  Former-shop-houses-turned-boutique-hotel, luxurious furnishings, rooftop bar. • Hotel phone: +65 6202 9377
• A Singapore accommodation listed on a hotel booking platform
  Architecturally unique boutique hotel, colorful contemporary rooms, cutting-edge amenities, rooftop lounge and relaxation area. • Hotel phone: +65 6595 1388

Best Restaurants in Chinatown & the CBD

• Candlenut – $$-$$$ – Established Peranakan dishes are served in a trendy yet relaxed environment, often full at lunch time, reservations are suggested.
• Tippling Club – $$$$ – Offers clever fusion dishes and an amazing cocktail bar with a trendy and busy young professional clientele.
• Burnt Ends – $$$$ – Specializes in modern Australian barbecue with an open kitchen, bar seating, craft beers and requires reservations.

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Staying in Little India, Bugis, and Kampong Glam

North of the Colonial District, and across Rochor Canal, Little India is characterized by three main streets that run north-south: Race Course Road, Serangoon Road and Jalan Besar. Serangoon Road is lined with tailors’ outlets and jewelry stores. Buffalo Road that connects race Course Road and Serangoon Road is renowned for its fruit, vegetable and flower shops. The complex network of smaller streets that makes up the bulk of Little India is an attraction in itself, with colorful Hindu temples and mosques, incense stalls and numerous eateries. Southeast of Little India, across Rochor River and framed by Victoria Road, Jalan Sultan, Beach Road and Ophir Road is the compact Malay neighborhood of Kampong Glam. A former fishing village, it’s one of the oldest parts of Singapore that retains strong Malay-Arab roots. Apart from a scattering of historic shophouses and Malay architecture, its main attractions are the splendid Sultan Mosque, a lively dining scene dominated by ethnic eateries along Baghdad and Arab Streets and gourmet coffee shops on Haji Lane, and some of Singapore’s best shopping. Haji Lane in particular is renowned for its independent designers and eccentric stores, while Arab Street, dominated by Javanese merchants in the 19th century, is now lined with shops that sell quality fabrics wholesale. Bugis, south of Rochor Rd from Kampong Glam, was known for its substantial transgender population in the 1950s and 60s. Today, it’s one of Singapore’s top shopping districts.

Best Hotels in Little India, Bugis & Kampong Glam

• The Vagabond Club
  Striking India-themed design hotel features contemporary rooms, a cocktail lounge, and artist residencies. • Hotel phone: +65 6291 6677
• Wanderlust Hotel
  Hip design receiving awards, uniquely styled rooms near restaurants and nightlife. • Hotel phone: +65 6396 3322

The Gin Bugis hotel in Singapore Stylish lifestyle hotel, colorful contemporary design, excellent dining nearby. • Hotel phone: +65 6809 7988

• The Shore At Katathani – Kata Beach

Decor inspired by Peranakan culture, well-appointed rooms, city views, and a free heritage tour nearby. Convenient location for shopping. Hotel phone: +65 6338 7600

• Ribera de Triana – Hotel phone: +34 954 26 80 00

Spacious urban suites, rooftop pool, restaurants and malls nearby, popular with professionals. • Hotel phone: +65 6678 8888

Best Restaurants in Little India, Bugis & Kampong Glam

• Muthu’s Curry – $$-$$$ – Casual eating area, seafood curry specialization, busy evenings, family-friendly.
• Tekka Centre – $ – A hawker centre famous for its inexpensive Indian street foods, it`s busy and casual with high popularity at lunchtime.
• Warong Nasi Pariaman • $ • Established family cafe, Indonesian nasi padang dishes, reasonable, casual.
• 1. The Shore At Katathani (Adults Only) – Kata Beach

Staying on Sentosa Island

Situated at the southern tip of Singapore and connected to the mainland by monorail, causeway and cable car lies the 5 sq km Sentosa Island. Previously functioning as a base for the Royal Artillery, the island was tremendously fortified in the early 20th century, served as a British military stronghold during WWII and as a prisoner of war camp during the Japanese control of the early 1940s. In the 1970s, the island was evolved as a leisure destination, and nowadays it houses several high-end resort hotels, two golf courses, a string of lovely beaches, and Resorts World Sentosa – an entertainment complex comprising Universal Studios Singapore,S.E.A. Aquarium,Adventure Cove Waterpark, a 3D-artwork museum and a range of restaurants and shops. The island is compact and walkable, with most attractions clustered around the Waterfront monorail stop. Attractions further along are available either by monorail, on foot along the covered walkways, or by bicycle or Segway.

Best Hotels on Sentosa Island

• The waterfront inn located in the secluded Sentosa Cove neighborhood is one known for its upscale amenities and views over the ocean.
  Secluded location, spacious, cosmopolitan rooms, immense swimming pool, family-oriented. • Hotel phone: +65 6808 7288
• Capella
  Colonial luxury, smart, tech-heavy rooms, sea perspectives, extensive leisure facilities. • Hotel phone: +65 6377 8888
• Sofitel Sentosa Resort & Spa
  Southeast Asian decor, contemporary rooms in bold hues, easy beach access, and family-friendly amenities. • Hotel phone: +65 6708 8310
• Oasia Resort Sentosa
  Japanese design elements, historical room options, family-friendly environment, near Universal Studios and aquarium. – Contact number: +65 6818 3388
• Pan Pacific Suites Beach Road
  Spacious lodging, excellent on-site dining, great facilities for children, beach access. • Hotel phone: +65 6275 0100

Best Restaurants in Sentosa Island

• The Cliff – $$$$ – Romantic ambience on a cliffside, international dishes with contemporary flair, stylish but informal setting, reservations advisable.
• TraPizza – $$-$$$ – Artisanal pizzas crafted by hand, informal setting, busy over weekends, family-friendly, beachfront dining.
• SKIRT • $$$$ • High-end steakhouse, striking interior design, open kitchen, smooth service, reservations.
• Din Tai Fung • $$-$$$ • Popular Chinese chain focused on dumplings, some seating outdoors, a favorite of families.