For 125 years, this legendary hotel has epitomised the romance of the Far East - a heady mix of history, luxury and colonial ambience which no other hotel on earth can equal. The Raffles Hotel is the jewel in Singapore's crown, its timeless elegance and inimitable style matched only by its tradition of superlative service. With its tropical garden setting and its classical architecture, it stands out as one of Singapore's most iconic landmarks, and during its history has welcomed a glittering array of celebrities, illustrious writers and royal personages.
The Raffles sets itself apart from the other top-flight hotels in Singapore, mostly glass-and-concrete skyscrapers, by adapting to the climate and making the most of the landscape and greenery. Its central courtyard is shaded by breadfruit trees and fan-shaped palms that rise to the height of the three-storey buildings. There is a covered arcade with classic columns and arches running along two sides of the hotel, leading to a covered plaza at the entrance.
Within this structure the hotel has retained the best from its past days, and combined it with the sophistication required by guests in the 21st century. The touches of colonial charm become evident as soon as guests pass through the palm-fringed doors, where the liveried Sikh doormen, in white turbans and gold sashes and braids, guide them through a wrought-iron portico. The three-storey lobby where they arrive is a cool white atrium space, with deep Turkish rugs and white and grey marble floors, full of antiques including the famous grandfather clock that is nearly 200 years old. From here you can follow the teak stairways to the suites, explore the grand ballroom with its ornate chandeliers, head to the Arcade for top-class retail therapy, or relax in the superb rooftop pool in its garden setting.
Of course the Raffles is full of wonderful restaurants too, including the world-class Royal China, and the renowned Tiffin Room, where the curry buffet is not to be missed. The stunningly restored Raffles Grill, with French windows overlooking the Palm Court, captures the essence of fine dining with its classical and contemporary French cuisine. And another treat not to be missed is the famed Singapore Sling in the Long Bar, where it was first concocted in 1915.
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The hotel has 103 suites, all airy and spacious with 14-foot-high ceilings, carved Peranakan furniture, oriental rugs on polished teak floors, and rich brocade fabrics. All have air conditioning, two TV sets with over 25 cable channels, ceiling fan, complimentary WiFi, two direct dial telephone lines, electronic safe, bedside control panel, bathrobes and slippers, 24-hour butler service and in-room dining.
Measuring 58 square metres, separate bedroom with 1 king-size bed or twin beds, spacious living and study area, en-suite bathroom, dressing area, spacious marble-tiled bathroom with bathtub, separate walk-in shower and dual vanity, shared veranda.
Measuring 67 square metres, located in the historic Bras Basah wing, which has its own lounge, separate bedroom with 1 king-size bed or twin beds, spacious living and study area, en-suite bathroom, dressing area, spacious marble-tiled bathroom with bathtub, separate walk-in shower and dual vanity, shared veranda.
Measuring 60-79 square metres, located in Palm Court Wing overlooking verdant gardens lined with palm trees, each divided into 4 areas, with parlour and dining area leading to bedroom and on into the dressing area and en-suite bathroom, step-out balcony.
There are 12 suites measuring 60-79 square metres, each of which is named after a famous personality who has slept there, including Charlie Chaplin, Rudyard Kipling and Somerset Maugham. Each divided into 4 areas, with parlour and dining area leading to bedroom and on into the dressing area and en-suite bathroom, step-out balcony.
Measuring 133-156 square metres, taking pride of place in the main buildings, each suite being a paragon of elegance, grace and charm. Two bedrooms, en-suite bathroom, spacious parlour, dressing area, pantry with Nespresso coffee machine, private veranda.
Measuring 260 square metres, in main building overlooking driveway, two architecturally stunning suites styled after traditional colonial bungalows, filled with antiques and artworks, two bedrooms, parlour, dining room, pantry, private balcony.
Measuring 58 square metres, separate bedroom with 1 king-size bed or twin beds, spacious living and study area, en-suite bathroom, dressing area, spacious marble-tiled bathroom with bathtub, separate walk-in shower and dual vanity, shared veranda.
Measuring 67 square metres, located in the historic Bras Basah wing, which has its own lounge, separate bedroom with 1 king-size bed or twin beds, spacious living and study area, en-suite bathroom, dressing area, spacious marble-tiled bathroom with bathtub, separate walk-in shower and dual vanity, shared veranda.
Measuring 60-79 square metres, located in Palm Court Wing overlooking verdant gardens lined with palm trees, each divided into 4 areas, with parlour and dining area leading to bedroom and on into the dressing area and en-suite bathroom, step-out balcony.
There are 12 suites measuring 60-79 square metres, each of which is named after a famous personality who has slept there, including Charlie Chaplin, Rudyard Kipling and Somerset Maugham. Each divided into 4 areas, with parlour and dining area leading to bedroom and on into the dressing area and en-suite bathroom, step-out balcony.
Measuring 133-156 square metres, taking pride of place in the main buildings, each suite being a paragon of elegance, grace and charm. Two bedrooms, en-suite bathroom, spacious parlour, dressing area, pantry with Nespresso coffee machine, private veranda.
Measuring 260 square metres, in main building overlooking driveway, two architecturally stunning suites styled after traditional colonial bungalows, filled with antiques and artworks, two bedrooms, parlour, dining room, pantry, private balcony.
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