The Best Luxury Resorts to Book in Singapore

Located right across the street from the Merlion gondola station and a short walk from such Sentosa Island attractions as Madame Tussauds, iFly simulated skydiving and Palawan Beach, this Singapore luxury hotel seamlessly combines sensitively restored British-colonial architecture with thoroughly contemporary interiors. Rooms are all clean lines and earthy tones, while concrete-walled bathrooms come equipped with deep soaking tubs. In addition to award-winning cuisine at Bedrock Origin, spa “journey” packages and self-guided meditation exercises courtesy of Re:Well Rebels are among Oasia’s many charms.

With a curvaceous glass edifice flanked by one of Singapore’s largest swimming pools and surrounded by acres of greenery on the outskirts of the city, near Changi International Airport, this five-star Singapore hotel is an ideal place for those who prefer not to stray far from their luxurious lodgings during their holiday. There’s certainly plenty on-site to keep you occupied: a world-class golf course, “funshops” that include activities for kids and cooking classes for their parents, signature massages and five dining venues – plus neutral-toned, minimalist rooms to retreat to at the end of an action-packed day.

Experience luxury on the edge of a tropical rainforest at Equarius Hotel, a Singapore resort that will appeal to both nature lovers and eco-minded travellers. Suites and deluxe rooms have balconies with views of either the Straits or the jungle and bathrooms with two vanity areas, and some suites come with private pools. You’re within easy reach of Sentosa Island’s various attractions, from Universal Studios Singapore to an assortment of beaches, and, if water fun is what you need, book a beach villa with direct access to a swanky freeform pool surrounded by lush vegetation.

This Singapore hotel resides in the centre of the city, on the banks of the Singapore River, next to popular Clarke Quay, where you can bar-hop, get fired out of a giant bungee catapult or take a boat tour of Marina Bay. Swissotel Merchant Court has wings that flank a swimming pool with waterslides, a children’s pool and an outdoor jacuzzi. If the swanky rooms, nearby food courts and buzzy nightlife do not provide sufficient relaxation, try a treatment at Purovel, the first Swiss-style spa in the region.

The Singapore branch of this flagship luxury hotel brand stands tall above the attractions of Marina Bay. When you’re done exploring, go for a nightcap with unparalleled views at the luxe Club Lounge, set on the 32nd floor of the hotel and with views across the bay. Culture vultures can browse the in-house art collection, home to 4,200 museum-quality pieces, and end up at the Michelin-star restaurant Summer Pavilion for works of art of the edible kind.

Super-central ParkRoyal soars in the midst of the vibrant artsy quarter of Bugis, near Arab Street and its Malay Heritage Center and mosques and right next to the seductive colours of Little India. Once you are done with your shopping and traipsing, take a dip in the half-Olympic-sized outdoor swimming pool at the hotel, and soak until sunset, surveying downtown and the Singapore Flyer giant Ferris wheel against the horizon. Or you may want to let the masseuses of St Gregory Spa pamper you with one of their exclusive treatments.

With easy access to Singapore’s financial and shopping districts, not to mention the beaches and sights of the island itself, Capella Singapore offers a luxurious escape on Sentosa Island. Among its many guest rooms and suites are two opulent Colonial Manors, which are stand-alone houses, complete with king-sized beds, garden views, an outdoor terrace and a plunge pool. For the ultimate culinary experience, book the Chef’s Table in the home-style kitchen on site, or opt for the tailored afternoon tea.

The only beachfront resort in Singapore, Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa features a balcony in each room for you to enjoy views of nearby Siloso Beach. Couples will enjoy the privacy of their own outdoor jacuzzi in the deluxe seaview suite, while families with children should opt for the spacious pool view room. There’s also kayak and stand-up paddleboard rental, plus the Nestopia outdoor playground. Rotate between the resort’s six restaurants, which include a noodle house and Italian wood-fired pizzeria.

Inspired by the Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris, Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resorts & Spa is a luxurious paradise at the top of Tanjong Beach in Sentosa. The five-star Singapore resort features 215 rooms and suites, as well as four luxurious villas with a private pool and an open deck. It’s also home to the largest So SPA in the world, which spans 6,000sqm (64,500sqft). Relax with a deep tissue massage in one of the outdoor treatment pavilions while the kids enjoy face painting and tent building.

You’ll find the beach villas on the western point of Resorts World Sentosa, set amidst lush gardens with a panoramic view of the harbour and Labrador Park. These resort accommodations include a private pool and personal butler service at each of the one-, two- and three-bedroom villas. Alternatively, book the aptly named Palace Villa, with four bedrooms, Egyptian cotton bed linen and freestanding bathtubs, which can accommodate 16.