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The Raffles Hotel

DESTINATION

singapore, Singapore

HOTEL TYPE

Historic

LOCATION TYPE

City

WHY WE LOVE THIS HOTEL

A Slice of History: Stories fill every corridor and room at the Raffles Hotel, and you can even choose to stay in Charlie Chaplin’s old room, complete with limited edition memorabilia.
Service with Style: The Raffles Hotel’s legendary Butlers offer unparalleled service, taking care of every need and leaving you to unwind and soak in the old-world atmosphere.
Michelin-Star Fare: The Raffles Hotel’s tastefully curated dining and drink options include seven-time Michelin awardee Anne-Sophie Pic’s take on contemporary French cuisine, classic North Indian fare served in copper tiffin boxes, and the nocturnal birthplace of the famous Singapore Sling cocktail.
Old-World Charm: From antique grandfather clocks to beautiful teakwood dressers and all-marble bathrooms, the Raffles Hotel’s storied history comes through in every interior detail and fixture.

DETAILED DECRIPTION

The Raffles Hotel, located in Singapore’s culturally rich Bras Basah district, is an iconic, opulent hotel housed in a 126-year-old colonial monument. Set among palm and frangipani trees and surrounded by cafes, museums, and eateries, it is a centerpiece of Singaporean history and architecture. It has hosted luminaries like Somerset Maugham, Charlie Chaplin, and Pablo Neruda, and it’s soaked in the atmosphere and feel of the 1920s and 1930s heydays. The hotel’s suites have a distinct old-world charm, with high ceilings and antique furniture, and stories suffuse every verandah, nook, and verdant courtyard. The hotel’s service is unparalleled, with their signature Raffles Butlers attending to the whims of every guest with understated grace, and dining options include multiple Michelin-starred options, as well as the birthplace of the Singapore Sling cocktail. Rooted in Singapore’s traditions and yet strikingly modern, the Raffles Hotel offers an intoxicating blend of luxury, history, and classic colonial design. It’s a unique, boutique experience right from the moment you enter its majestic, teak-lined lobby.

Why We Love This Hotel

A Slice of History: Stories fill every corridor and room at the Raffles Hotel, and you can even choose to stay in Charlie Chaplin’s old room, complete with limited edition memorabilia.
Service with Style: The Raffles Hotel’s legendary Butlers offer unparalleled service, taking care of every need and leaving you to unwind and soak in the old-world atmosphere.
Michelin-Star Fare: The Raffles Hotel’s tastefully curated dining and drink options include seven-time Michelin awardee Anne-Sophie Pic’s take on contemporary French cuisine, classic North Indian fare served in copper tiffin boxes, and the nocturnal birthplace of the famous Singapore Sling cocktail.
Old-World Charm: From antique grandfather clocks to beautiful teakwood dressers and all-marble bathrooms, the Raffles Hotel’s storied history comes through in every interior detail and fixture.

DESTINATION

singapore, Singapore

Hotel Type

Historic

Location Type

City

Amenities

24hr room service

bar/pub

boutiques

business center

coffee shop

concierge

disabled facilities

fitness center

garden

meeting/conference facilities

outdoor pool

poolside bar

restaurant

safety deposit boxes

salon

sauna

smoking area

spa

wi-fi in public areas

Every suite at the Raffles Hotel has a story attached and evokes the glamor and sophistic ation of travel’s golden age. High ceilings, antique furniture, colonial architecture, lush g ardens, charming verandas, and polished teakwood floors are on offer in all room categor ies, ranging from romantic Studio Suites to palatial Presidential Suites. All guests are wel comed by their personal Raffles Butlers, who see to your every whim while anticipating e very need and desire. All suites, which have separate living and sleeping quarters, come with luxury bathtubs, Fragonard bath amenities, charming old-world dressers, free Wi-F i, and coffee and tea prepared to order by your butler.

Studio Suites

These rooms are 495 square feet and feature high, 14-foot ceilings to create a sense of openness and space. Each suite features a veranda with a view of the tranquil Palm Garden and can be outfitted with a king or two queen beds. Fixtures like a 55-inch television and all-marble bathrooms are standard.

State Room Suites

These spacious 721-square-foot rooms are housed in the Bras Basah wing, the Hotel’s most historic. Each State Room Suite has two separate entrances – one leading to the parlor, and the other to the bedroom. Available with a king bed or two queen beds, it includes all standard five-star amenities and fixtures found in the Studio Suites.

Courtyard Suites

Like the State Room Suites, the Courtyard Suites are a spacious 624 square feet and feature all the hallmarks of the Studio Suites, including a king bed or two queen beds. Additionally, these suites overlook a lush private garden lined with leafy ferns, offering a cool shelter from the tropical heat.

Palm Court Suites

These 753-square-foot suites are nestled around the hotel’s hidden Palm Court, a garden of palm trees reserved exclusively for hotel guests. Featuring a king bed or two queen beds, these suites offer all the same facilities as the Studio Suites, albeit with a significantly upgraded view from the private veranda.

Personality Suites

Ranging in size from 625 to 850 square feet, the Raffles Hotel’s 12 Personality Suites pay tribute to renowned guests who have visited Raffles over the past century. Among these are Charlie Chaplin, Pablo Neruda, Rudyard Kipling, and Somerset Maugham, to name a few. Each suite features unique memorabilia and historical displays, and each can also be customized with either a king bed or two queen beds.

Promenade Suites

The Raffles Hotel’s two gigantic 914-square-foot Promenade Suites overlook Beach Road, where the city’s shoreline once ran. Each suite is named after a prominent female figure of her time in Singapore and features a parlor, dressing room, and luxurious bedroom with a king bed. Guests residing here enjoy 24-hour check-in and check-out.

Residence Suites

Ranging from 1,291 square feet to 1,614 square feet, the Residence Suites feature either one or two bedrooms and are ideal for larger groups. Each suite comes with a living and dining area, a pantry, an office space, a powder room, and a bedroom, along with all other standard Raffles amenities.

Grand Hotel Suites

The hotel’s four themed 1,615-square-foot Grand Hotel Suites are the epitome of comfort and luxury. These rooms all occupy elevated spaces in the Main Building, offering unparalleled city views from a private veranda. Each suite features one or two bedrooms, a spacious living and dining area, and a walk-in wardrobe along with the usual Raffles amenities. Like the Promenade Suites, guests in the Grand Hotel Suites enjoy 24-hour check-in and check-out.

Presidential Suites

Those seeking the finest in luxury living will find that and much more in the opulent Presidential Suites of the Raffles Hotel. With more than 2,798 square feet of space, these are architecturally stunning homes-away-from-home, with private verandas, a living room, dining room, and two bedrooms carefully bedecked with curated antiques and artworks. A walk-in wardrobe and private pantry complete the vast space, and guests residing here enjoy 24-hour check-in and check-out.

The dining options at The Raffles Hotel reflect Singapore’s multicultural diversity – five re staurants and two unique bars serve up everything from Chinese, Indian, and Mediterran ean fare to Michelin-starred takes on French food and iconic cocktails. The hotel’s flagsh ip, the Long Bar, has a storied 100-year history and is the birthplace of the Singapore Sli ng, a gin-based drink with an alluring pink hue. The nearby Writers Bar offers a cozier vib e, with a long list of champagnes, wines, and craft whiskeys on the menu. The food optio ns are helmed by Tiffin Room, a part of Singaporean history since 1892, where contempo rary North Indian food is served in iconic copper tiffin boxes in a sumptuously restored h all with wooden floorboards reminiscent of the 1920s. Celebrity chef Anne-Sophie Pic, wi th seven Michelin stars under her belt, heads La Dame de Pic, offering exquisite French-i nspired gourmet creations. The Bar & Billiard Room – where Bengal tigers were once spot ted in 1902 – serves up Mediterranean small plates, while Yi uses single-source and seas onal ingredients for a startlingly fresh take on Cantonese food. Rounding out the dining o ptions is The Grand Lobby, with a signature Singapore-style afternoon tea featuring hand made scones and seasonal delicacies.

兿 yì by Jereme Leung

yì, which means “art,” serves a diverse selection of Cantonese classics and adaptations of China’s ancient delicacies that are developed by celebrity chef Jereme Leung, of MasterChef fame. The restaurant features a soft white palette amid colonial architecture, affording a special, immersive “multi-sensory dining experience” with poetic dishes curated to evoke all five senses.

La Dame de Pic

Pastel shades and leather accents welcome guests to this gourmet French restaurant, where acclaimed chef Anne-Sophie Pic makes French-inspired classics with a local twist. There is also an extensive wine list from her home in the Rhone Valley.

The Bar & Billiard Room (BBR)

This is a fun, high-energy open kitchen with charcoal grills, wood-fired pizza ovens, and a lively bar and lounge that serves spirits, cocktails, beers, wines, and wine cocktails. BBR’s Raffles Sunday Brunch has a reputation for being one of the city’s most indulgent Sunday experiences.

The Grand Lobby

Home to many an extravagant party in the past, the Grand Lobby now hosts afternoon tea bathed in soft daylight – and under the grandeur of floor-to-ceiling Victorian pillars. Finger sandwiches, house-made scones and cakes, and seasonal delicacies are all on the menu that is complemented by a curated collection of exquisite teas and Champagnes.

The Long Bar

This is where the Singapore Sling, the country’s national drink, was invented, and the deep, rich colors and bustling vibe of the Long Bar carry a storied history. With its earthy décor and long-standing tradition of allowing guests to throw peanut shells on the floor, it’s the perfect place to unwind and be transported back to the Roaring Twenties.

Tiffin Room

A part of Raffles’ history since 1892, Tiffin Room offers a unique spin on North Indian cuisine, serving authentic specialties like Dal Makhani and Rogan Josh in stackable tiffin boxes, which you can customize into a four-course, four-tier meal.

Writers Bar

This chandelier-lit space is tucked away in a corner of the hotel lobby and is a cozy, quiet bar to enjoy craft cocktails, Champagnes, spirits, and wines.

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