Capella Singapore vs Raffles Hotel Singapore
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Raffles Hotel Singapore ranks marginally higher than Capella Singapore. Raffles Hotel Singapore scores 87 with recommendations from 11 publications such as Travel + Leisure, oyster.com and Rough Guide.
Capella Singapore
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1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, Sentosa Island 098297, Singapore
From $633 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The Capella is an upscale property in historic colonial-style buildings on Sentosa Island."
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Travel + Leisure
"All rooms are serviced by personal assistants: ask them to arrange night safaris trips to the nearby zoological gardens."
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Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"An exquisite Sentosa Island colonial/modern hybrid on 30 acres, the first Asian outpost of the nascent Capella brand is a poised yet easygoing hotel that’s refreshing for straight-laced Singapore."
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Time Out
"Sentosa's six-star luxury hotel also has an adjoining property for long-term tenants."
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Gayot
"It offers strategic perks such as the South China Sea-facing Bob's Bar, where Asia's top business types gather over the signature Kaffir Lime Mule."
Raffles Hotel Singapore
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1 Beach Road, Singapore 189673, Singapore
From $725 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"If price is no object, then Raffles will deliver a blend of luxury, history, and colonial ambiance no other hotel can match."
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Concierge
"This legendary property, built in 1887, is probably Singapore's most famous tourist attraction."
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"This hotel is a solid luxury choice for business and leisure travelers, and anyone who appreciates history and old-fashioned charm."
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Travel + Leisure
"Though celebrating its 125th birthday in 2012, the hotel is still a magnet for A-listers (Elizabeth Taylor, Diane von Furstenberg, and Barry Diller have all stayed here)."
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Rough Guide
"The modern extension is a mixed bag, but the Raffles remains refreshingly low-rise and still has colonial-era charm in spades."