Vibe: A different world.

Area: Located on Beach Road, the beach has long gone, replaced by bustling malls, now the heart of the city.

The DNA: There are few hotels in the world whose names have become virtually synonymous with the cities in which they are located – and none more so than the Raffles Hotel in Singapore. A meticulous restoration led by acclaimed interior designer Alexandra Champalimaud, has created a refreshed social haven that delivers a compelling mix of culture, beauty and gentility. Restaurant collaborations include Anne-Sophie Pic, of the three-Michelin star Maison Pic in Valence, France; venerable French Master Chef Alain Ducasse; and Chef Jereme Leung, known for his innovative Chinese cooking. At the refreshed Long Bar, travellers will continue to enjoy the hotel’s most famous cocktail, the original Singapore Sling, along with the timeless tradition of tossing peanut shells on the floor.

Suite-Me-Up: The revitalised Raffles Hotel Singapore offers luxurious all-suite accommodations, across nine distinct suite categories. Unrivalled comfort and inimitable service are brought to life by the fabled Raffles Butlers.

✅ free Wi-Fi • size matters: 115 suites (46-260m2) (495-2,799 sq ft) • hotel opened: 1887 • interior design: aedas, Alexandra Champalimaud ✅ free parking possible on-site • no pets allowed • 24-hour front desk • wheelchair accessible