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Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza HotelvsMandarin Oriental, Singapore
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Mandarin Oriental, Singapore scores significantly better than Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel. Mandarin Oriental, Singapore scores 92 with recommendations from 12 sources including Forbes Travel Guide, Condé Nast Traveler and Concierge.
Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
Rough Guide
Time Out
Star Service
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
320 Orchard Road, Singapore 238865, Singapore
From $179/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Geared strongly toward business travelers, its ultracentral location, next to Orchard MRT, makes sight-seeing convenient, too." Full review
Fodor's "This striking 33-story, pagoda-inspired property anchors Singapore's "million-dollar corner"—the intersection of Orchard and Scotts roads." Full review
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"This 393-room Marriott is an upscale business hotel with top-notch amenities." Full review
Rough Guide "One of the plushest hotels on Orchard Rd, occupying a pagoda-style tower rising above Tangs department store."
Time Out "Forget about the hustle and bustle of the city for a weekend and escape to a resort-like paradise – by checking yourself into one of the Pool Terrace Rooms at The Marriott." Full review
Star Service "This operation opts for public areas with a high level of sophistication, though the high room count keeps staff on its toes—but it appears to have everything under control." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"With its octagonal, green-tiled pagoda roof, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel has been an architectural icon in Orchard Road since the property started life as Dynasty Hotel in 1982." Full review
Lonely Planet "A fabulously central location makes this a popular high-end choice." Full review
Mandarin Oriental, Singapore Frommer's
Concierge Fodor's Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure Time Out Star Service
Gayot
Forbes Travel Guide The Telegraph Show All Reviews
5 Raffles Ave, Marina Square, Singapore 039797, Singapore
From $297/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "The most elegant of the Marina Bay atrium-style hotels... The Mandarin Oriental's restaurants and bars are excellent (though expensive), and its hushed, exotic spa is to die for. Service is superb." Full review
Concierge "The design places a premium on comfort and function, with pillow-top beds, roomy closets, a sizable work station, and ergonomic desk chairs."
Fodor's "Inside this pyramid-shape Marina Square hotel, the level of service is second to none. Subdued, modern elegance and personal attention are the hallmarks here." Full review
Lonely Planet "The sumptuous rooms here have stunning views, either over Marina Bay and the ‘durians’ of the Esplanade theatre, or the city skyline."
Travel + Leisure "This Lion City mainstay, built on reclaimed land, was renovated in 2005, with all 527 rooms and the dramatic, fan-shaped atrium receiving a facelift." Full review
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For an incomparable dinner, witness an energetic cooking theater at Melt.
Time Out "With its unusual fan-shaped structure and chic, glossy interiors, the Mandarin Oriental makes a long-lasting impression." Full review
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For a view towards Pulau Ubin, ask for the deluxe ocean view room; the Club Harbour suite overlooks the harbour and the city.
Star Service "Formerly The Oriental, this property is in the same complex as the Marina Mandarin and Pan Pacific, as well as the Suntec City Exhibition and Convention Center." Full review
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The hotel will arrange barbecues around the fifth-floor pool on request.
Gayot "Even when Formula 1 is not in town, views from the Marina Bay-facing suites encompass the Moshe Safdie-designed Marina Bay Sands."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"Contemporary Asian style and a stunning outdoor pool make Mandarin Oriental, Singapore stand out among the city’s Marina Bay hotels." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Luxuriously-appointed rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows framing postcard-perfect views of the ocean, the bay or the city." Full review
