Opened in 1887, Raffles Singapore is one of the few remaining great 19th-century hotels in the world. Till today, its architecture is perfectly preserved both inside and out, giving it an intoxicating blend of luxury, history and classic colonial design. Within its walls are more than a hundred expansive suites, framed by polished teak verandahs and white marble colonnades, clustered around lush tropical gardens. Each is serviced by the legendary Raffles butlers and offers every modern convenience necessary. Raffles Singapore underwent a careful and sensitive restoration and has fully reopened since 1 August 2019. The restoration of Raffles Singapore was designed to ensure that it retains what is so special about Raffles – the ambience, the service, the charm and the heritage of the hotel. It is also designed for Raffles Singapore to stay relevant and distinctive by moving with the times and with its guests and adapting to the changing needs of the well-travelled and Singapore’s community.
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The Raffles Hotel, Singapore is no stranger to hosting some of the most illustrious guests such as Somerset Maugham, Charlie Chaplin, and Elizabeth Taylor to name a few. It was first constructed in the early to mid 19th century, originally as a beach house, and it was later converted into the hotel we know today.
Classical architecture and tropical gardens make most of the landscape of The Raffles Hotel which makes it look elegant as ever.
Home to over a hundred rooms, an entire shopping arcade, and almost 15 dining options, this hotel should be on top of your list of travel destinations!
The rooms contain beautiful antiques from the Orient, dazzling carpets, and teak wood floors which add to the decor.
Unlike most other hotels, the Raffles Hotel boasts of having the Raffles Arita Spa for refreshing massages, its own museum, and a Victorian-style theatre where various performances are held.
Moreover, the hotel also offers a 24-hour butler service and a poolside bar. It’s a paradise for food lovers with the Empire Cafe delivering an exquisite variety of cuisines including Asian, French, Western, and fusion food alike. Besides, the popular Singapore Sling is also available at the Long Bar.
It comes with an OAK Table experience for two at Butcher’s Block, 24 hours of butler service, and a one-night stay at a Courtyard Suite.
