Room 1609
Boulevard
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Just spent 16 nights in a Boulevard room. Overall, after the renovation, this is clearly one of the best choices in Singapore. With the spectacular service, it is clearly superior to the Ritz Carlton / JW Marriott / Tang Plaza / Hilton / Fairmont / Sofitel / Marina Bay Sands (all of which I have stayed at).
Only complaint: they promised a room upgrade based upon availability. Upon check-in, no room upgrade offered (even after asking), even though the web site showed availability.
Room
The renovated rooms are very nice indeed. Very airy; nice furniture; all the outlets you could need; great TV. One downside: limited closet space, so I had to leave a few items in my suitcase.
Service
Absolutely spectacular. They immediately learnt my preferences, and after that anticipated all my needs (e.g., immediately bring cappuccino at breakfast, or peach tea & fruit by the pool).
And they were very fast, e.g., I would leave shoes outside your room, and even without calling them, I would receive them freshly shined within an hour.
The complimentary exercise clothing & running shoes really help reduce the amount of packing required for a long trip.
Dining
Great breakfast: Western, Indian, and local buffet, with some Japanese dishes.
Can't speak to dinner--mostly ate outside.
Location
Two blocks to the shops & metro. But it feels much more peaceful than, say, the Tang Plaza. And it's a quick jog to the Botanic Gardens.
You will have to allow 20 minutes for the taxi ride to the downtown core. Then again, I would not want to stay in the core--gets really boring after the business day is over.
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