Curated Stays in Singapore — A Handpicked Selection
I’m here to share extraordinary stays—handpicked hideaways that stand out for their bespoke service, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional design. Each selection is thoughtfully curated to highlight spaces where aesthetics, comfort, and personality come together naturally.
This time, we’re heading to Singapore—a city where striking architecture, heritage neighbourhoods, rooftop pools, and world-class dining come together in one of Asia’s most vibrant urban destinations.
From restored shophouses and boutique hotels to iconic luxury properties with skyline views, Singapore offers a remarkable collection of places to stay that combine design, comfort, and a strong sense of place.
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Robertson Quay
Set along the Singapore River in Robertson Quay, The Warehouse Hotel occupies a restored 19th-century riverside warehouse just minutes from Clarke Quay and Chinatown.
The hotel combines industrial architecture with contemporary interiors and heritage details, creating one of Singapore’s most distinctive design-led stays inside a historic building.
Boutique hotel · 37 rooms and suites
From €250+ / night (seasonal & room type dependent)
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Clarke Quay / Chinatown
Set between Clarke Quay and Chinatown, 21 Carpenter occupies a restored 1930s heritage building just moments from the Singapore River and the CBD.
Designed by Singapore architecture studio WOHA, the hotel combines preserved heritage details with contemporary interiors, landscaped terraces and a rooftop pool overlooking the city skyline.
Boutique hotel · 48 rooms and suites
From €250+ / night (seasonal & room type dependent)
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Orchard / River Valley
Located on a quiet residential street just a short walk from Orchard Road, Lloyd’s Inn offers a calmer setting while remaining close to Singapore’s main shopping and dining district.
The hotel is known for its minimalist architecture, clean lines and nature-inspired spaces, creating one of the city’s most distinctive design-focused boutique stays.
Boutique hotel · 34 rooms
From €140+ / night (seasonal & room type dependent)
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Orchard / Tanglin
Located in the upper Orchard district, The Singapore EDITION sits just minutes from Orchard Road and the Botanic Gardens while offering a quieter setting away from the city’s busiest areas.
Designed by Ian Schrager, the hotel combines minimalist interiors, lush landscaped spaces and contemporary luxury, bringing a more design-led approach to Singapore’s luxury hotel scene.
Luxury hotel · 204 rooms and suites
From €450+ / night (seasonal & room type dependent)
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Orchard / Tanglin
Located on Orange Grove Road near Orchard and the Botanic Gardens, The Standard offers a quieter setting while remaining close to Singapore’s main shopping and dining districts.
The hotel brings the brand’s signature contemporary aesthetic to the city, combining bold interiors, landscaped gardens and lively social spaces with a more playful take on luxury hospitality.
Luxury hotel · 143 rooms and suites
From €320+ / night (seasonal & room type dependent)
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Chinatown
Located on Mosque Street in the heart of Chinatown, Hotel Mono sits within walking distance of Maxwell Food Centre, Club Street and the Singapore River.
Set across six restored heritage shophouses, the hotel combines monochrome interiors and minimalist design with one of the city’s most characterful historic settings.
Boutique hotel · 46 rooms
From €120+ / night (seasonal & room type dependent)
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Duxton Hill / Chinatown
Set across a row of preserved 19th-century shophouses in Duxton Hill, Duxton Reserve sits in one of Singapore’s most characterful neighbourhoods, surrounded by restaurants, bars and independent boutiques.
Designed by Anouska Hempel, the hotel combines heritage architecture with bold interiors, dramatic colour palettes and individually designed rooms that feel unlike anywhere else in the city.
Boutique hotel · 49 rooms and suites
From €320+ / night (seasonal & room type dependent)
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City Hall / Bugis
Located on Seah Street between City Hall and Bugis, Naumi sits within walking distance of Marina Bay, CHIJMES and some of Singapore’s most iconic landmarks.
The hotel combines contemporary design with playful interiors and individually styled rooms, while the rooftop infinity pool adds one of the city’s best boutique hotel views.
Boutique hotel · 73 rooms and suites
From €230+ / night (seasonal & room type dependent)
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Chinatown / CBD
Located between Chinatown and Singapore’s Central Business District, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering sits within walking distance of Clarke Quay, Boat Quay and the Singapore River.
Designed by acclaimed Singapore architecture studio WOHA, the hotel is instantly recognisable for its terraced sky gardens, greenery-covered façades and striking “hotel-in-a-garden” concept that has become one of the city’s architectural icons.
Luxury hotel · 367 rooms and suites
From €280+ / night (seasonal & room type dependent)
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Orchard
Located just off Orchard Road, Pan Pacific Orchard offers immediate access to Singapore’s main shopping district while remaining slightly removed from the busiest stretches of the neighbourhood.
Designed by Singapore architecture studio WOHA, the hotel stands out for its open-air terraces, layered gardens and striking vertical design, making it one of the city’s most distinctive contemporary buildings.
Luxury hotel · 347 rooms and suites
From €350+ / night (seasonal & room type dependent)
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