Hotel The Raffles in Singapore City / Singapore

Hotel The Raffles
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The Raffles Hotel, 1 Beach Road, Singapore City 189673, Singapore.
"The Raffles Hotel" is located in the heart of Singapore's business and historic district and a 2 minute ride on the MRT from the bustling shopping strip of Orchard Road.

The multi-cultural Singapore is not just one island but a main island with over 60 surrounding islets. The main island has a total land area of about 644 square kilometres. Singapore is surrounded by the South China Sea, the Straits of Malacca and the Straits of Johore. Covering 644 square kilometres (248 square miles), Singapore is 137 kilometres (85 miles) north of the equator. Its nearest neighbour is Malaysia; the Indonesian Islands are to the south, Thailand to the north and the Philippines to the northeast.
Established in 1887, "The Raffles Hotel" is one of the few remaining Grand Hotels in the world. With its unique blend of tropical garden settings and classical architecture, the hotel is the legendary symbol for all "fables of the Exotic East". Together with its rich accommodations, Raffles offers all the luxurious amenities of a truly grand hotel. With its rich history, Raffles Hotel is part of the very fabric of Singapore culture. Declared a National Monument in 1987, the Hotel has grown from strength to strength. With its restoration and re-ng in 1991, Raffles Hotel today stands as a jewel in the crown of Singapore's hospitality industry, renowned and loved for it's inimitable style and unsurpassed excellence in service and facilities. Raffles Hotel is in walking distance of the shopping area Marina Bay and Orchard Road.
Accommodation features: A suite at Raffles Hotel is an experience of absolute comfort and old world opulence. There are 103 elegant suites to suit every taste. All suites are equipped with bathroom with bathtub and separate shower, hairdryer, bathrobe, air conditioning, cable/satellite TV, radio, direct dial telephone, dataport, internet access, butler service, safe and minibar.

• The Courtyard Suites, with a size about 58 squaremeters, overlook the the courtyard offer a bedroom with a king bed or two twin beds. All suites feature private parlours and dining areas. With 14-foot ceilings, elegant period furnishings including oriental carpets on the teak, marble and tiled floors, each suite exudes warmth and character.
• The Palm Court Suites, with garden view, offer a bedroom with a king bed or two twin beds. All suites feature private parlours and dining areas. With 14-foot ceilings, elegant period furnishings including oriental carpets on the teak, marble and tiled floors, each suite exudes warmth and character.
• Over the years, Raffles Hotel has been privileged to host some of the world's brightest luminaries from the entertainment, literary and political arenas. The Personality Suites are posthumous tributes to some of the Hotel's dearest friends and are distinguished by the specially sourced celebrity memorabilia placed within each suite. These suites have a size about 70 squaremeters and feature private parlours and dining areas.
• Distinguished by their premier location in the Main Building, each of the seven Grand Hotel Suites are elegantly appointed with tastefully selected antiques and artwork. All suites feature private parlours, dining areas and verandas. These suites have a size about 200 squaremeters and decorated in period style and antiques furnishings. Among these are the Hotel's premier suites including the Sir Stamford Raffles Suite and Sarkies Suites, each featuring two bedrooms, a private dining room that seats 10 guests, a private parlour, pantry, and veranda. These suites have a size about 200 squaremeters and decorated in period style and antiques furnishings.

Dining: Choose from 19 distinctive, award-winning restaurants and bars serving the finest fare of the East, from renowned traditional tiffin curries to continental specialities.

• Timeless elegance characterises the Hotel's formal dining room. Raffles Grill is the Hotel's premier fine dining venue featuring classical French continental cuisine.
• Tiffin Room featuring traditional Indian and Asian specialities is a hot favourite with tourists and Singapore residents alike. The Tiffin Room Buffet is available for lunch and dinner. The Tiffin Room also serves breakfast and high tea daily.
• Raffles Hotel's Chinese restaurant Empress Room serves superb Cantonese cuisine created by a Master chef from Hong Kong. Dim Sum is available for lunch.
• The internationally acclaimed, award-winning themed restaurant Doc Cheng's features western cuisine created with an Asia twist, using the region's cooking techniques, spices and ingredients.
• Established in 1896, the Bar and Billiard Room houses two original billiard tables from the turn of the century. A continental buffet is served for lunch on weekdays while a lavish brunch is offered on Sundays.
• The Long Bar is the home of the Singapore Sling, the earthy decor of this two-storey bar was inspired by Malayan plantations of 1920's. In addition to almost every alcoholic and non-alcoholic concoction imaginable, the bar also serves traditional pub favourites that are available for both lunch and snacks.
• Built in the tropical setting of ancourtyard, Raffles Courtyard, a timeless structure with white arches flanked by tropical palms and native plants, keeps alive the feeling of "Old Singapore". A colonial cocktail bar, a traditional alfresco kitchen, table umbrellas and live music make the courtyard a pleasant place for patrons to watch the passing parade of visitors.
• Styled like a coffee house typical of 1920s Singapore, Empire Cafe serves both international staples and local favourites.
• Located in the lobby of the Hotel, Whriter's Bar is a tribute to the writers who have stayed at the Hotel or written about it.
• Seah Street Deli offers typical New York-style delicacies. The unique menu features a selection of American sandwiches, entrees and salads. The portions are decidedly generous and the service remarkably friendly.
• Delicious pastries, cookies, cakes as well as steaming hot Dim Sum are the highlight of the cosy cafe AH Teng's Bakery.
• Located on the second storey of Raffles Hotel Arcade, adjacent to the world-famous Long Bar, Long Bar Steakhouse cleverly combines steakhouse dining with the nostalgia and simple honest flavours of early plantation fare.
• Fast becoming a favorite meeting place for the hip artists; busy executives; and sophisticated shoppers from within Raffles Hotel Arcade, Raffles Café – Coffee & Wine Bar offers an excellent selection of fine coffees, teas and interesting New World wines, a light snack menu as well as all time favourite versions of the humble cookie.

Sports and Wellness: Located on the third floor deck of the Courtyard Wing, the Hotel's pool, jacuzzis, bar and health club are for the exclusive use of Hotel residents. Gymnasium facilities and equipment include: treadmills, stationery bicycles, a universal weight machine, sauna and steambath in the gentlemen's and ladies changing rooms. Golf, tennis, windsurfing and jogging nearby.
Meetings and Banquets: The Raffles offers seven meetings and banquet rooms with latest conference technology for up to 400 people.
Additional features: Business Centre, secretarial and translating services available. Room service. 24-hour personal butler service. Nonsmoking rooms. Handicapped facilities. Car parking. Airport transfer. Limousine service. Cooking school. Raffles Hotel Arcade with over 50 speciality shops. Baby sitting service. Pets are not allowed.
Room rates: Approximate SGD:

• Courtyard Suites: From 490 to 700
• Palm Court Suites: From 560 to 800
• Personality Suites: From 595 to 850
• Grand Hotel Suites: From 4,000
• Presidential Suite: From 6,000

Rates per suite and night.

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