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Peninsula Excelsior Singapore, A Wyndham HotelvsRaffles Hotel Singapore
Peninsula Excelsior Hotel and Raffles Hotel Singapore are both rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Raffles Hotel Singapore scores significantly higher than Peninsula Excelsior Hotel. Raffles Hotel Singapore comes in at 87 with praise from 11 reviews like Rough Guide, oyster.com and Condé Nast Traveler.
Peninsula Excelsior Singapore, A Wyndham Hotel
Frommer's
Fodor's
Rough Guide
Oyster
No.5 Coleman Street, Singapore 179 805, Singapore
From $351/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "The location really is excellent, in the Historic District within walking distance to Chinatown and Boat Quay, with some fantastic views over the city, the Singapore River, and the marina." Full review
Fodor's "The hotel is easily accessible from the financial, shopping, and entertainment districts." Full review
Rough Guide "Really two hotels merged together – as hinted at by the presence of swimming pools at either end, one of which abuts the lobby – and nicely modernized."
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"Located in the Central Business District, the three-and-half-pearl Peninsula Excelsior Hotel is a massive 600-room high-rise property." Full review
Raffles Hotel Singapore Frommer's
Concierge Oyster
Travel + Leisure Rough Guide
Star Service
Gayot
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Jetsetter Show All Reviews
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." Full review
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." Full review
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 "The modern extension is a mixed bag, but the Raffles remains refreshingly low-rise and still has colonial-era charm in spades."
Star Service "The spirit of this old dame manages to shine through, and she deserves all the pleasantries bestowed upon her." Full review
Gayot "This 103-room colonial grand dame dating to 1887 offers an equally impressive list of modern business facilities."
Afar Magazine "A hotel whose name is instantly recognizable, the Raffles Singapore is pure colonial confection, a landmark maintained in its original style, with liveried Sikh doormen greeting guests." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"If you have the budget for just one indulgence, make it a stay at Raffles Singapore." Full review
Jetsetter "One of the world’s most famous hotels, operating since 1887 in high colonial style." Full review
