2 Stamford Road A
Singapore, SG 178882
Chain: Swissôtel
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The 70-story Swissotel is located in the heart of Singapore, 15.5 miles from the airport and the Singapore Expo. It is adjacent to Raffles City Shopping Complex, and less than half a mile from the business district, as well as cultural landmarks including the Esplanade Theatres on the Bay and the Merlion Park. Southeast Asia’s tallest hotel also affords panoramic views of Singapore, and parts of neighboring countries Indonesia & Malaysia, from its rooms and the top-floor floor restaurants. The hotel also houses a selection of five bars and 11 restaurants & cafes.
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The busy traveler who wants everything within reach will appreciate the proximity of Swissotel from the business, cultural and shopping districts of Singapore. Add to this the amazing view from the private balcony of each room. It makes it an unforgettable experience. The only downside happens on weekend, where they is a slight spillover of the crowds getting a spot of retail therapy at the adjacent shopping complex. Read our customer reviews?
There are 1,144 Deluxe/Harbor View/Grand rooms, 88 Swiss Executive Club rooms and 28 Stamford Crest suites. All rooms are air-conditioned and have a private balcony. They feature complimentary tea/coffee making facilities, mini-bar, satellite television, writing table, personal safe, touch-button IDD phone, bedside control panel, radio & alarm clock, high-speed Internet access, 220 & 240 volts outlets, and emergency torch. Additional comforts include 24-hour in-room dining, same-day laundry, iron & board, hairdryer, bathrobe & slippers, and shoeshine service.
Besides having a state-of-the-art, fully equipped Executive Conference Centre, the hotel is also home to the award-winning Raffles City Convention Centre. Guests can get pampered with more than 50 signature treatments at the RafflesAmrita Spa, which also offers a reading lounge and lifestyle boutique. Fitness enthusiasts can adhere to their regimes at two outdoor swimming pools, six tennis courts and fitness club that also offers yoga, Pilates, and high- & low- impact dance classes. Those still at a loss can approach the multilingual Swissotel Concierges for suggestions.
By MRT: Alight at Raffles City station and walk to the hotel via Raffles City Shopping Complex.
By car: From the airport, travel along the East Coast Parkway in the direction of the city. Take the Rochor Road exit then turn left on to Beach Road. The hotel is located at the junction of Beach Road and Bras Basah Road.