LOCATION
Getting here:
- 30 minutes’ drive from Changi International Airport
- 8 minutes’ drive to The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
- 3 minutes’ walk to nearest MRT (subway) station: City Hall station
- 2 minutes’ walk to nearest bus stop: Outside Grand Park City Hall, along Hill Street
Complimentary hotel shuttle service that connects to major MRT stations, Orchard Road shopping belt and Central Business District are provided at frequent intervals daily.
Strategically located within the Civic District, the hotel is a convenient launch pad for some of the city’s historically-significant monuments and its newest landmarks. The Old Parliament House, Supreme Court, City Hall as well as the Padang, promise to unveil Singapore’s illustrious and vivid past.
Just minutes away, visit the nerve centre of Singapore’s financial and commercial hub at the Central Business District. The area is also an excellent showcase for Singapore’s urban development, where many of the city’s tallest buildings and iconic landmarks are located.
Those looking to immerse in some history and culture, will find the hotspots just minutes away. Don’t miss the National Museum of Singapore, Singapore Art Musuem and Peranakan Museum.
For some retail therapy, look no further than just around the corner from the hotel. The shopping enclaves of Raffles City, Marina Square, Suntec City and Millenia Walk are easily accessible in the cool comfort of a labyrinth of connecting subterranean malls. A short walk from the hotel, technology buffs are in for a fabulous treat at Funan DigitalLife Mall, a one-stop haven that offers the latest, most innovative, and widest range of IT and electronic gadgets.
Come nightfall, paint the town red at the entertainment colonies of Boat Quay, Clarke Quay or CHIJMES, all within easy walking distance of Grand Park City Hall.
DESTINATION
A cosmopolitan medley of contrasts where history and modernity coincides, where East meets West to create a multicultural kaleidoscope- Singapore captivates with world-class shopping, fine gastronomy, remarkable entertainment and a sound business infrastructure.
Singapore is home to a collage of communities, cultures and religions, each accompanied by a rich heritage and all co-existing harmoniously. Merely minutes away by taxi or MRT, a cultural heritage trail beckons in the ethnic enclave of Little India along Serangoon Road. Authentically local, Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple and gaily painted shophouses line the streets whilst more shopping awaits at Mustafa, Singapore’s only 24-hour shopping complex offering a mammoth assortment of goods and services, ranging from CDs to cameras, gold-blend tea to pure gold jewellery. Take the opportunity to experience Singapore’s diverse ethnology in ethnic enclaves including Chinatown, Kampong Glam, Joo Chiat and Katong.
A thriving ecosystem of nature and wildlife is also embedded within this urban oasis. Take time to discover the rich flora and fauna of this Garden City at the Singapore Botanic Gardens. More than 150 years old, the three-core lush sprawling grounds boast an array of botanical and horticultural attractions including the Ginger Garden, Evolution Garden, Coolhouse and Children’s Garden, complete with an extensive plant collection of worldwide significance. Nature lovers may delve into earth’s hidden treasures in landscaped gardens, nature reserves, rainforests and wetlands scattered across the island. Wildlife enthusiasts may zip down to the Mandai Zoo, Night Safari or Jurong Bird Park for a close-up encounter with some of the world’s rarest species. There is something for everyone.
Don’t forget to visit Singapore’s popular island resort – Sentosa. Easily accessible by car, MRT or cable car, Sentosa offers a rich variety of experiences, recreation and entertainment to visitors. From pristine beaches, the Underwater World and Dolphin Lagoon to Sentosa Luge & Skyride and the newly opened Universal Studios theme park, there are plenty to do. Just days and nights can be spent at the two integrated resorts alone. Resorts World Sentosa and Marina Bay Sands both feature world class casinos and a multitude of entertainment options. These are truly massive complexes that never sleep.
Also within the precinct is Singapore’s latest hot spot – Dempsey Hill, a revamped colonial neighborhood comprising eighteen blocks of old world charm and real world comfort. Bustling with world-class dining and bars, and exquisite antique furniture set amidst lush greenery, Dempsey is the perfect antidote for claustrophobic souls and the hyperactive. If you would like to revive your creative endeavours, Singapore’s arts scene is brimming with museums, art galleries and many more. Explore the National Museum, visit the Singapore Art Museum or catch a musical at the Esplanade at your leisure.