Best hotels in Singapore

Hotel Amoy by Far East, Singapore

Tucked away in the Central Business District, this 37-room boutique hotel is a living tribute to the area’s trading past, converted from a collection of 170-year-old heritage shophouses. The most mind-blowing feature is the entrance. You don't just walk into a standard lobby; you check in by walking straight through the Fuk Tak Chi Museum.

“Step through its heavy wooden doors and a calm washes over you — making this one of the most unusual entrances to a Singapore hotel. A charming — and calming — Chinese-inflected boutique experience in the heart of busy Singapore.”

Hotel Parkroyal on Pickering, Singapore

If you've ever wanted to sleep inside a futuristic jungle, the Parkroyal on Pickering is your spot. Designed by the famous local architecture firm WOHA, this place completely redefines the concept of a "hotel in a garden" by essentially rolling out a massive vertical park right on its facade. Opened in 2013, the building stands out instantly with its crazy, undulating concrete layers. The designers actually modeled these contours after natural rock formations and Asian paddy fields, giving the whole structure a unique, fluid look that contrasts perfectly with the surrounding city skyboxes.

“The stunning architecture at this hotel integrates environmental principles both inside and out; its lush sky gardens can be seen from the street. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows are used throughout to decrease the need for artificial lighting.”

Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Singapore.

The Warehouse Hotel, Singapore

If you love a good comeback story, The Warehouse Hotel along the Singapore River is about as colorful as it gets. Built in 1895 as a "godown" (a traditional warehouse) during the peak of the Straits of Malacca trade, the building originally stored spices, rice, and coffee. However, its riverfront location quickly pulled it into a shadowier world, serving as a notorious hub for underground secret societies, illegal liquor distilleries, and even an opium den.

“A former spice shop and distillery is now The Warehouse, a 37-room boutique hotel. You don’t need to jump in the adjacent river to cool down, either: The rooftop has an aquarium-like pool.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Singapore.

The Fullerton Bay Hotel, Singapore

The Fullerton Bay Hotel is a stunning, modern gem built right over the waters of Singapore's Marina Bay. Opened in 2010, the building was masterfully shaped by DP Architects, while famed interior designer Andre Fu injected serious old-world glamour into the common areas, creating a vibe that feels like a highly exclusive, stately residence.

“The Fullerton Hotel’s contemporary sibling flanks Marina Bay. It’s a light-filled, heavenly scented, deco-inspired number. Rooms are suitably plush, with high ceilings, wood and marble flooring, and warm, subdued hues.”

The Standard, Singapore

The Standard, Singapore, which opened in late 2024, is a fresh, "quirky tropical oasis" located right near Orchard Road. Built from the ground up on the site of a former serviced residence, this 143-room boutique hotel beautifully mirrors Singapore’s reputation as a "City in a Garden" with its lush, vertical rainforest design.

“Tucked off buzzy Orchard Road, the Standard, Singapore, gives midcentury modern a tropical twist by setting the scene with bold colors, retro-inspired decor, and lush greenery. Art pops everywhere, from Eric Tobua’s surreal reception-desk diorama to Samuel Xun’s larger-than-life floral courtyard sculpture.”

Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore

Opened back in 1971 by Malaysian tycoon Robert Kuok, the iconic Shangri-La Singapore isn't just a luxury hotel—it’s actually the very first Shangri-La property in the world! Kuok wanted to challenge Western-dominated luxury by building a sanctuary rooted in intuitive Asian hospitality. He drew inspiration for the name from the mythical, serene Himalayan paradise in James Hilton’s 1933 novel, Lost Horizon.

“Spread out and framed in lots of cooling green foliage and colorful splashes of bougainvillea, the hotel is a favorite for heads of states and anyone who appreciates its gorgeous high-ceilinged lobby, old-world grace, many good restaurants, and extensive amenities.”

Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in  Singapore.

Ritz-Carlton Millenia Hotel, Singapore

The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore is an absolute icon in the Marina Bay skyline. Opened in 1996, this 32-story luxury playground was dreamed up by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Kevin Roche. He cleverly elevated the entire hotel structure 15 meters (about 49 feet) off the ground, giving arriving guests a dramatic, framed view of the bay right from the main driveway.

“With spectacular views over the city and a secluded pool area, the newly renovated Ritz-Carlton Millenia is a luxury option that’s also child friendly.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Singapore.

Raffles Hotel, Singapore

Raffles Hotel is the ultimate "Grand Dame" of Singapore. It started way back in 1887 as a modest, 10-room beachside bungalow hosted by the Armenian Sarkies brothers. Named after Singapore’s founder, Sir Stamford Raffles, it quickly evolved into a high-society hotspot. Today, its striking white Neo-Renaissance facade stands out as a stunning tropical oasis right in the middle of a modern skyscraper jungle.

“The grand old dame of Singapore has seen many a famous visitor in her time, from Somerset Maugham to Michael Jackson. It’s a beautiful place of white colonial architecture, lush pockets of green, and historic bars.”

The Vagabond Club Hotel, Singapore

Tucked away in a 1950s heritage Art Deco building near Little India and Kampong Glam, this 41-room luxury boutique hotel feels less like a traditional lodging spot and more like a moody, glamorous playground. The jaw-dropping interiors were dreamt up by the legendary French designer Jacques Garcia, marking his very first project in Asia. True to his design philosophy of “all things in excess,” he completely transformed the space into a Parisian-chic fantasy packed with dark woods, deep red velvets, and striking gold accents.

“The art-filled Vagabond Club, with its own “whiskey library,” offers 41 intimate rooms in the heart of Little India and Kampong Glam.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Singapore.

Hotel The Westin, Singapore

If you are looking for a sky-high urban escape, The Westin Singapore is a brilliant pick. Re-opening in the city in 2013, it made history as Singapore’s very first integrated hotel located completely within a commercial office building. It occupies the top 15 floors of Asia Square Tower 2 right in the bustling Marina Bay financial district.

“All rooms come with glass-to-ceiling windows and the 32nd-floor lobby is (currently) the highest in Singapore. But the Westin’s crown is the 35th-floor infinity pool that goes neck-and-neck with the pool at the Marina Bay Sands for the title of best in Singapore.”

The W Hotel Sentosa Cove, Singapore

If you are looking for an escape that effortlessly blends high-energy fun with an upscale island sanctuary, W Singapore Sentosa Cove is the ultimate spot. Opened in 2012 as a collaborative masterwork by London-based architects WATG and the renowned Rockwell Group, this stunning property traded the city's hustle for the glamorous, laid-back vibes of Sentosa Island's exclusive deep-water yachting marina.

“A modern, plush hotel with a terrific range of amenities. Unabashedly kooky in a stylish way, this 240-room hotel introduced the chain’s trademark in-your-face flashiness to one of Singapore’s wealthiest ZIP codes when it opened in 2012.”

Hotel Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

If you’ve ever seen a photo of Singapore, you’ve seen Marina Bay Sands. Opened in 2010, this mega-resort instantly re-shaped the city's skyline with its three massive hotel towers connected by a single, boat-shaped roof. The genius behind this design is architect Moshe Safdie. He actually drew inspiration from decks of playing cards to create the dramatic, slanting towers.

“A Singaporean icon, Marina Bay has drawn oohs and ahs for its dazzling architecture and its stunning facilities. Each of the sumptuously appointed rooms has floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views of the city skyline or the South China Sea.”

Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Singapore.

Capella Hotel, Singapore

Tucked away in 30 acres of lush rainforest on Sentosa Island, Capella Singapore is a brilliant mashup of old-school history and futuristic design. The heart of the resort actually centers around two beautifully restored 1880s colonial military buildings, originally built to house British officers of the Royal Artillery.

“The romanticism of the British colonial era lives on at the six-star Capella Singapore resort designed by Lord Norman Foster. Sprawling 30 acres, the 112-room property lives up to its luxe reputation with extras like a personal butler per guest, a three-tiered swimming pool overlooking the South China Sea.”