Saurabh Batra

I am really conflicted as well.. there are so many negatives about this hotel but a lot of people talk about it with so much reverence and consider it an icon... can’t really get a hang of it...

GetSetJetSet

Just booked RC Millennia again, have had nothing but good experiences with this hotel. Will stick with them until they give me a reason not to.

kaizen7

I have stayed at both JW and Raffles.
JW : Premier Marina Bay View Suite
Raffles : Palm Court Suite.

View, definitely JW win here especially if you have the Marina Bay view rooms
Raffles window are small and you cant really see anything from it.

The suite I stayed in JW is a bit larger than Raffles one.
The suites at Raffles, pretty much similar in size (except their specialty suites) the only difference in their location in the building.

Service wise, Raffles wins hands down. I only have Gold status at Accor (Raffles) and I have Ambassador status at Bonvoy (JW Marriott)
I find that Raffles butler, the one handle my stays are very proactive and prompt in addressing any issues and request.
JW cant really compete in this area as they don't have butler service to start with.

Room wise, JW rooms is a little bit tired while Raffles is just reopens. Again not really fair comparison.

Return visit, personally I will return to Raffles. In fact I have another stays booked on December.
As for JW, unfortunately I prefer to go to my usual St Regis Sg (for Marriott affiliated properties) instead.

SAN_Finn

Stayed one night in Four Seasons Singapore. While I can see the location could have issues for some people we had a very pleasant stay. This was an Amex booking, got all the perks promised expect an upgrade. We booked a 1 bedroom suite so there is not a lot to upgrade to I guess. Room was nice and comfortable. Had room service dinner which was fast, efficient and very tasty. Especially the duck offered was very good. Breakfast downstairs was good though the cook did mess up our eggs a little bit. Overall a pleasant stay, good service and very happy with the experience. I was travelling with wife and a five year old.

Last stay in Singapore was at MO which the FS beat in every way except location.

Next trip will be staying at RC.

ChateauMargaux

Which hotel is likely most flexible with late check out to accommodate a midnight departure?

sophialite

Raffles charged me half a night so I could check out at 10pm for my flight at midnight.

shuigao

Suites at the Kempinski Singapore come with a "24 hour stay," if you're OK to time your check in accordingly.

Last week I did one night there and it was pretty awesome. IMO one of the better hotels in the city (except that the pool is really small: relaxation and wading only, no swimming, the hotel rooms have no view (due to the old heritage building), and executive lounge evening canapes very below par). Personalised, intimate service makes up for it though, best I've ever had.

Kempinski Singapore Staycaytion Review (Terrace Room with Discovery Black)

GodAtum

According to the documentary on Channel 5, they measure all the lawn to check that each blade is inch perfect, and they sweep the gravel front drive every minute to keep it tidy. Over half the guests are repeat bookings.

Pierre&Cédric

Has anyone tried (or at least visited) the different suites categories at the Raffles?
There are very few pictures available on their website and no floor plan. Especially for their 3 new categories.
Studio suites are the cheapest due to their small size, but they are located in the main building and it seems they enjoy a private verandah. Is it a good choice? Promenade suites look very nice but no verandah (?). The 2-bedroom residence suite is surprisingly cheap compared to the 2-bedroom grand hotel suite even if they are the same size. Totally lost here and would appreciate advice. Thanks 😊

steveholt

Does anybody know whether the tub in the RC Millenia Premier Suite is actually any different from the tub in the entry-level deluxe room? I gather the view is different, but the size/style?

off2rome

First trip to Singapore. Only staying one night In between flights. Which luxury hotel would you reccomend for location to airport, great views and a quiet room?

Thanks!

FlyerEC

The RC for your criteria of location to airport , great views and a quiet room

When is your trip ?!! There is a 14 days quarantine with no choice of hotel for the “ foreseeable “ future ..

off2rome

early planning for next summer.

batosai

Does anyone have (or know a source of) guest review photos of the Capella Manor (the Manor is like a villa, above their penthouse/suite) at Capella Club Residences Singapore ?

I can only find some pics on their website. Am curious if there is a review of it somewhere on the net (I have googled everywhere with no success). Specifically the Capella Manor. I managed to find pics and even video of their two smaller Manors (the Contemporary and the Colonial Manor).

Much obliged

jbb

I've only tried the State Room Suite, which is the second lowest price category. They're bigger than the Studios and the Courtyard but are priced lower than the Courtyard because I think they're located in a less desirable wing of the hotel where your wing over-looks public areas as opposed to the tranquil private courtyards. My understanding is that the fit and finish/amenities are the same for these suite categories, so its really about size and location within the building. We liked the State Suite which came with a full-sized living room and the sound-proofing was excellent despite being near the new location of the Long Bar and the main street.

One thing we really didn't like about the Raffles is the welcome/entry experience. Because so many sight-seeing non-residents/tourists try to come into the hotel, they keep the main doors locked (you can open them with a room key) and when you enter the hotel you're more often than not challenged as to your business. It's really an awful welcome back experience for a hotel guest and not at all 5-star. Having to swipe your key card felt like being at the office. Doormen don't open the door and greet you upon return and to be questioned when you walk into the lobby of your own hotel doesn't feel great "Can I help you?" "Where are you going sir/madam?" etc. It's too bad, because being able to return through the lovely main lobby should be one of the highlights of your stay, but by the end we would just use one of their non-descript side entrances to avoid the hassle. I raised it with the hotel manager and he essentially said that they couldn't do anything about it because they try to dissuade tourists from coming in.