Hilton Singapore OrchardvsVillage Hotel Changi by Far East Hospitality
Both hotels are praised by experts. On balance, Mandarin Orchard Singapore is the choice of most professionals compared to Village Hotel Changi by Far East Hospitality. Mandarin Orchard Singapore has a TripExpert Score of 87 with accolades from 10 reviewers including Rough Guide, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Hilton Singapore Orchard
333 Orchard Road, Singapore 238867, Singapore
From $111/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This tour group favorite is brilliantly located in the center of Orchard Road." Full review
Fodor's
"The grand main lobby has black-and-white Italian marble and a huge mural, 87 Taoist Immortals, which is based on an 8th-century Chinese scroll." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located in the Orchard Road shopping district, this 1,051-room hotel is popular with both business travelers and tour groups." Full review
Rough Guide
Star
"The hotel is still at the top of its game, luxurious to a fault, well placed right in the middle of Orchard Rd, and has its own high-end mini-mall, too."
Time Out
"The rooms, decorated in soothing neutral colours, marry elegance with comfort; and there are recreational facilities galore, including tennis and squash courts." Full review
Star Service
" Slightly higher standards are available at the nearby Hilton, but this place has a welcome local flavor that will suit frugal travelers in search of good value." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The upscale Mandarin Orchard Singapore is a massive 1,077-room hotel with a prime location next to the large Mandarin Gallery shopping mall." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Hansel by Jo Soh is a great local brand with pretty and quirky fashion for ladies. Named for her pet dog, the store's past season themes have included inspiration from puffins, kueh lapis..." Full review
Lonely Planet
"An elegant yet informal place." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This 45-year-old Meritus property has everything going for it: a prime location in the heart of Orchard Road, access to dining outlets and retail therapy on its doorstep and, best of all, affordable rates." Full review
Village Hotel Changi by Far East Hospitality
1 Netheravon Road, Singapore 508502, Singapore
From $156/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's
"It's only 10 minutes from the airport, and near many attractions, including a beach, boat rides to other islands, cafés, pubs, shops, golf facilities, and a museum." Full review
Insight Guides
"A multimillion-dollar renovation has transformed this former transit hotel into a chic resort."
Time Out
"Near the airport, this coastal retreat offers a respite from the hustle and bustle of downtown. The chic, minimalist rooms come with an open bath area, rain shower and views of the sea or garden." Full review
Frommer's
"True, it’s nowhere near downtown Singapore, but then again they say nothing in Singapore is farther than a 20-minute taxi ride." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"With simple and modern decor, the hotel keeps up with the Far East Hospitality brand, and 380 guest rooms feature expected amenities like free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars." Full review
Lonely Planet
"With its free shuttle, this smart (if somewhat generic) hotel is a great choice if you want to be near Changi Airport." Full review