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Raffles Hotel SingaporevsW Singapore - Sentosa Cove
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Raffles Hotel Singapore ranks marginally higher than W Singapore Sentosa Cove. Raffles Hotel Singapore scores 87 with recommendations from 11 publications like Jetsetter, The Telegraph and Rough Guide.
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
W Singapore - Sentosa Cove
Forbes Travel Guide
Fodor's Oyster
Time Out
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet The Telegraph Lonely Planet
21 Ocean Way, Sentosa Island 098374, Singapore
From $360/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Singapore’s resort island is an easy escape for those wanting to cool off by the pool, and this young-at-heart resort offers plenty of space to do it." Full review
Fodor's "Sentosa Cove is another quirkily designed entry in the Starwood chain’s trendy W brand." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"The 240-room W Singapore Sentosa Cove is a trendy luxury property in Singapore's exclusive Sentosa Cove." Full review
Time Out "The W Hotels in the likes of Hong Kong and Taipei have become genuinely hot destinations for locals, and it will be interesting to see if the Singapore version can lure people." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A new 240-room glass-and-steel hotel on Sentosa Island, a playground of beaches, golf courses, and water slides 15 minutes by cab from downtown Singapore." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"At one of Singapore's hottest slumber spots, rooms are playful, whimsical and spacious, with a choice of mood lighting, botanical motifs and good-size bathrooms." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Glamorously edgy rooms and abundant eating choices coupled with prompt service and attention to detail. Strong on pizzazz and wow-factor." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"At one of Singapore's hottest slumber spots, rooms are playful, whimsical and spacious, with a choice of mood lighting, botanical motifs and good-size bathrooms" Full review
