More photosTucked 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.
To bridge the gap between past and present, the hotel brought in the big guns. Pritzker Prize-winning architect Lord Norman Foster designed the modern extensions, creating fluid, curved glass-and-limestone structures that frame the historic bungalows without overshadowing them. Inside, the late Indonesian design icon Jaya Ibrahim draped the spaces in a calm, earthy, and ultra-luxurious vibe.
The hotel layout is packed with unique architectural quirks. For instance, the grand ballroom features Singapore’s very first circular glass-dome skylight, which holds a massive, floating glass sculpture made of roughly 10,000 clear glass tubes. Outside, you’ll find a striking three-tiered cascading swimming pool that mimics the natural, rolling topography of the island.
Beyond its design, Capella holds a major spot in modern political history. Back in 2018, it served as the neutral backdrop for the historic North Korea–United States summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un, sealing its status as a true global icon
Expert reviews
“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.”
“Colonial history gets a modern, sleek rewrite at Capella Singapore. The hotel located on the Singaporean satellite island of Sentosa combines exquisite old-colonial style with contemporary luxuries in stunning fashion. The gateways to this luxury hotel are its restored, white-washed bungalows, which have histories dating back to the late 1800s when the buildings were used as barracks and common areas for members of the British military and their families.”
“The 112-room Capella Singapore, which opened in 2009, is the preferred staycation address for the city’s deep-pocketed crowd. Sprawled across 30 acres of cascading hillside facing the South China Sea, the bucolic confines of the hotel offer a respite from the city’s hectic pace.”
What guests liked
- Private pool
- Great service
- Friendly staff
- Excellent Wifi
- Great location
- Comfortable beds
Location
Recent guest reviews
8 June 2025
Honestly ,it was awful-a big disappointment and complete waste of money
Nothing to like
9 February 2025
The best hotel we’ve ever stayed at!! Can’t wait to come back!
23 July 2024
An oasis - everything is beautiful. Don't spoil it by moving a muscle! Lazy poolside luxury.
Magical location - perfect for resting up, sipping green tea in the afternoon, great wines at night. Our room was serviced lovingly....seriously, the level of care and attention to detail was amazing. Beautiful views too. And lovely cool things arriving on your poolside table without request....
I had a great massage in the spa. But they over-charged me significantly and told me later it was in the fine print - they could change the price at any time. A strange and rather mean approach for a hotel where everything else was so focused on perfection.
28 December 2023
Comfortable luxury in Sentosa
Spectacular property in a quiet corner of Sentosa
Pools are stunning
Not crowded
Some of the main building stairwells are poorly lit at night
16 August 2023
Vacation at is best
One of the best hotels for families or even honeymooners and for relaxation definitely coming back
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Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals (additional charge)
- - Kid-friendly buffet
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shuttle service (free)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Currency exchange
- - Concierge service
Activities
- - Tennis court
- - Sauna (additional charge)
- - Fitness centre
- - Golf course (within 3 km) (additional charge)
- - Spa & wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hot tub/Jacuzzi (additional charge)
- - Cycling
- - Beachfront
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Fitness
- - Yoga classes
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Beach
- - Tour or class about local culture
- - Cooking class
- - Live music/performance
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - BBQ facilities (additional charge)
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment & family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Accessible parking
Pool and wellness
- - Pool with view
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Swimming pool
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available
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In the middle of nature in Sentosa