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Raffles Hotel Singapore vs Shangri-La Singapore

Both hotels are highly recommended by expert writers. On balance, Raffles Hotel Singapore scores slightly higher than Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore. Raffles Hotel Singapore comes in at #5 in Singapore with recommendations from 13 sources including Jetsetter, Concierge and Travel + Leisure.

Raffles Hotel Singapore
Raffles Hotel Singapore
8 / 10
1 Beach Road, Singapore 189673, Singapore
From $725 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Frommer's Frommer's
"If price is no object, then Raffles will deliver a blend of luxury, history, and colonial ambiance no other hotel can match." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"This legendary property, built in 1887, is probably Singapore's most famous tourist attraction."
Oyster Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"This hotel is a solid luxury choice for business and leisure travelers, and anyone who appreciates history and old-fashioned charm." Full review
Travel + Leisure 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)." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"The modern extension is a mixed bag, but the Raffles remains refreshingly low-rise and still has colonial-era charm in spades."
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Shangri-La Singapore
Shangri-La Singapore
8 / 10
22 Orange Grove Rd, Singapore 258350, Singapore
From $246 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This elegant and airy hotel is just far enough off the main drag of Orchard Road (a 10-minute walk) to have its own sense of remote peacefulness. Spread out and framed in lots of cooling..." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The Shangri-La's magnificent 750-room property, centered around 15 acres of lush tropical gardens, is the closest thing to a resort hotel in Singapore."
Fodor's Fodor's
"For 30 years the Shangri-La has been one of Singapore's top hotels. Presidents have stayed here, but all travelers are treated to the same excellent service." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A stay at Shangri-La Hotel Singapore places you in the heart of Singapore, minutes from Tanglin Shopping Centre and close to National Orchid Garden. This 5-star hotel is within close..." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The 747-room Shangri-La Hotel Singapore is a luxury chain hotel with spacious rooms spread across three separate wings." Full review
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