Originally Posted by
Herb687
Potential first time attendee at this DO and also first time visitor to SIN period. Looking for advice on where to stay. I see a lot of people here at the Conrad. Conrad rates look pretty high. I think I've narrowed down my choices to:
- JW Marriott on points at redemption value of about .87 cents
- St. Regis paying cash (much lower rate than the Conrad)
- Shangri-La paying cash (no loyalty program)
The JW is really close to the Conrad. Do most of the official or unofficial DO events usually take place in that area? The other two properties are not close but wouldn't mind staying in a different part of town if it's relatively easy to get around.
Any other properties I should consider? Even independent ones that offer luxury at a good value?
Four Seasons isn't bad and usually not that expensive (for a FS property). I don't like the Conrad area as much so I'd avoid staying there. Royal Plaza on Scotts is well located and I always find it a real good deal for the area. When I Bonvoy in Singapore I prefer the Sheraton to any other of the places. It's convenient, 500 meter walk to a good hawker center, close to the subway and if you can get a bungalow/cabana room back by the pool or a poolside room I can't think of a better place to stay.
Singapore doesn't have really great luxury hotels like Bangkok so IMHO I don't think it's worth it to splurge to stay at one of the name brand "luxury" hotels. It's also super easy to get around via subway or grab so anywhere near the center will put you within close proximity of the Conrad.