Good hotels in Singapore

[Little Monster]

Hi there,

we are planning a short trip to Singapore this month. but have no idea about the hotels there.

Which of the following hotels do you recommend? why? which is more convenient in terms of getting around the city? thanks alot.

Mandarin Oriental (Marina Square)
Royal Plaza on Scotts
Swissotel the Stamford
Shangri-la Rasa Sentosa
Marina Mandarin
Fairmont
Fullerton
Meritus Mandarin
Grand Hyatt
Shangri-la (Tower Wing deluxe)

 

[wwg2102]

Hi SW
It depends on your budget. Swissotel the Stamford would be located right above the subway station and you wouldn't have to walk outside in the heat.
But it is very convenient to get anywhere in the city since it is all very close by.

 

[starbucks2]

Hi

Fullerton is beautiful and great location but does depend on budget as expect its not cheap (I have only been there to eat). Taxis are cheap in Singapore and plentiful (unless it pours with rain!). If shopping is your prime reason to go, then maybe somewhere near Orchard Road would be better but I used to work near the Fullerton and it is handy to most places.

Have fun - I love Singapore!

SB2

 

[woodstock07]

Grand Hyatt and Royal Plaza on Scotts are good if you want to be close to Orchard Road - the main shopping district.

Singapore is really small and you can get around easily with all the hotels listed (although I think Shangri-la is a bit out of the way).

 

[Little Monster]

THanks ladies. We have confirmed the Mandarin Oriental.

We will go for a 3-day trip. but there are so many to do in Singapore (sadly that I have to skip shopping coz we are going for our 3-yr-old boy, so his pleasure is the prime reason, but still a lot to do). I have headache in planning this short trip.

Zoo (2nd day)
Night Safari (2nd night)
Sentosa (1st day from afternoon to late evening, is it enough?)
3rd day morning what to do????????

headache!!!

 

[Bumps]

Wow, your second day sounds pretty full on. Personally I would choose the night safari - it is great fun (instead of day/night at the zoo). You could also do the Bird Park - Jurong, Snow City, The Flyer, Botanical Garden.... or get on the Singapore Duck Tour to rest your legs if need be.

 

[MeowMeow]

Trust me, your boys will love the Ducktour ride.

Info and Ticketing counter:
DUCKcounter @ Suntec City Tower 5 (Galleria)

DUCK & HiPPO Group

 

[plumtree]

I think a previous poster is right and I'd skip the daytime zoo but go for the Night Safari. Here's an idea: escape the heat at a water theme park
Welcome to Wild Wild Wet!

My friend's kids (2yrs, 4yrs and 7yrs) all love it!

 

[papa2b]

Singapore has plenty of great hotels, however, if you are going with a baby/infant - nothing beats the Four Seasons experience.

For babies, they offer the usual cribs etc, but also baby amenities (it was Sebamed baby products when i was there previously), sterilizers, bottle warmer, stroller, and even a baby bjorn to borrow during our stay.

For kids a little older, all food and drink for kids under 3 or 4 is free off the menu and the location is right on Orchard Road so getting around is convenient.

Hi there,

we are planning a short trip to Singapore this month. but have no idea about the hotels there.

Which of the following hotels do you recommend? why? which is more convenient in terms of getting around the city? thanks alot.

Mandarin Oriental (Marina Square)
Royal Plaza on Scotts
Swissotel the Stamford
Shangri-la Rasa Sentosa
Marina Mandarin
Fairmont
Fullerton
Meritus Mandarin
Grand Hyatt
Shangri-la (Tower Wing deluxe)

 

[jaetee]

We are also thinking of going to Singapore this month but are thinking of staying on Sentosa - hopefully the Rasa Shangri-La is okay - have heard some mixed reviews of late.