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
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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."
Shangri-La Singapore
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22 Orange Grove Rd, Singapore 258350, Singapore
From $246 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
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..."
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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
"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."
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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..."
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Oyster
Luxury
"The 747-room Shangri-La Hotel Singapore is a luxury chain hotel with spacious rooms spread across three separate wings."
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