QT Singapore
A Playful Reinvention of a Colonial Landmark in the Heart of the Financial District
Why DNA Hotels Loves It
● A beautifully restored 1927 neoclassical landmark transformed into QT’s first Singapore hotel, balancing heritage architecture with bold contemporary design.
● Vibrant interiors by Nic Graham that reinterpret tropical Singapore through rich colours, playful details, and layered textures.
● A refreshing lifestyle hotel that brings personality, creativity, and relaxed Australian hospitality to the city’s business district.
A Landmark Reimagined
QT Singapore occupies one of the city’s most distinguished heritage buildings. Designed in 1927 by celebrated architects Swan & Maclaren as the headquarters of the Eastern Extension Telegraph Company, the building has served many lives before becoming one of Singapore’s newest luxury hotels. Its carefully restored neoclassical façade preserves the grandeur of the past, while the interiors confidently embrace an entirely new identity. History provides the framework. The atmosphere feels unmistakably contemporary.
A Bold New Personality
Interior designer Nic Graham approached the building with characteristic confidence. Tropical botanical motifs, mirrored ceilings, custom wallpapers, richly patterned carpets, and playful illustrations inspired by colonial Singapore replace the restrained elegance of previous incarnations. The design is colourful without becoming overwhelming, sophisticated while never taking itself too seriously. Every detail feels intentional. Humour becomes part of the luxury.
Rooms with Character
The hotel’s 134 guestrooms combine heritage proportions with contemporary comfort. The Heritage Suites celebrate soaring ceilings and generous open-plan layouts, while Balcony Suites frame panoramic views across Robinson Road and the surrounding skyscrapers. Throughout the rooms, rich materials, bespoke furnishings, integrated technology, and oversized bathrooms create spaces that feel both indulgent and highly functional. Luxury feels relaxed. The historic architecture remains centre stage.
A Social Hotel
QT has always understood that great hotels are as much about atmosphere as accommodation. Cygnet Bar introduces a Manhattan-inspired cocktail culture with a distinctly Australian twist, while Cygnet by Sean Connolly serves premium steaks and seafood in interiors that are polished yet approachable. Above it all, the rooftop lap pool offers a striking contrast between geometric design, tropical skies, and Singapore’s glittering skyline. Hospitality feels lively. The city becomes part of the experience.
Where Business Meets Lifestyle
Despite its location in the Central Business District, QT Singapore resists the conventions of a traditional business hotel. Lau Pa Sat, Marina Bay, museums, galleries, and Singapore’s MRT network are all within easy reach, while the hotel’s easygoing energy encourages guests to slow down, linger, and enjoy the city beyond the office towers. The neighbourhood provides the energy. The hotel delivers the personality.
Why It Works
QT Singapore succeeds because it refuses to treat heritage as something untouchable. By pairing a beautifully restored neoclassical landmark with Nic Graham’s expressive interiors and QT’s unmistakable sense of fun, it creates one of Singapore’s most distinctive urban hotels—where history, creativity, and contemporary hospitality come together with confidence and charm.
