1 Beach Road Singapore, 189673 SG
Hotel Rate Type: Singapore Luxury Hotel;
Estimated Price Range: 950.00 ~ 1400.00 SGD
Hotel Ratings: 5 Star Rating - Luxury Hotel
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Raffles' authentic restaurants and bars have achieved some of the highest accolades in the F&B industry, in recognition of the unique concept themes and excellence service standards of its restaurants and bars.
Ah Teng's Bakery: Delicious pastries, cookies, cakes as well as steaming hot Dim Sum are the highlight of this cosy cafe. Perfect for an early morning "cuppa," Ah Teng's provides a warm and inviting dining experience.
Bar and Billiard Room: Established in 1896, the Bar and Billiard Room houses two original billiard tables from the turn of the century. A continental buffet is served for lunch on weekdays while a lavish brunch is offered on Sundays.
Casuarina Suite: The Casuarina Suite is named after Somerset Maugham's volume of short stories, 'The Casuarina Tree'. The elegant decor and tastefully appointed furnishings are designed for maximum style and comfort. Suitable as a meeting facility or to host a social occasion, the room can be divided into two smaller spaces when required.
CHIJMES: CHIJMES (pronounced "chimes") started as a convent, girls' school and orphanage in 1854. The convent was closed in 1983 and declared a national heritage site. CHIJMES Hall, the restored chapel, provides a spectacular backdrop for musicals, recitals and other theatrical performances. One of the last few cloistered convents in the world, the fine gothic architecture offers you great photographic opportunities and is well worth a visit.
Chinatown: The ethnic districts of Chinatown, Kampong Glam and Little India are testimonies to the island-nation's rich ethnic, cultural and historical heritage. The districts are home to religious monuments as well as quaint shophouses -- from traditional herbs to textiles to decorative items and antiques. Try the Tanjong Pagar area for traditional teashops, painted masks, waxed paper umbrellas, lacquerware. Then wander over to Smith Street, Trengganu Street, Temple Street and Pagoda Street where the streets are at their narrowest and you'll find some of the best bargains.
Clark Quay: Situated along Singapore River, Clarke Quay is a festival village combining entertainment, food and shopping housed in restored warehouses and shophouses, some dating back to the late 1880's. There is also a ride in "bumboat train", which uses Disney style "animatronics" special effect techniques to tell the tales of Singapore history.
Colonial Singapore: The area of the North of the Singapore River is filled with colonial building built during the Britishrule - Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall, Parliament House, the Supreme Court, City Hall, Singapore Cricket Club, St. Andrew Cathedral and Raffles Hotel. Most of the buildings have been restored to their former glory.
Doc Cheng's: This internationally acclaimed, award-winning themed restaurant features western cuisine created with an Asia twist, using the region's cooking techniques, spices and ingredients.
East India Rooms: Located in the oldest part of the Hotel, the East India Rooms is the most formal of the entertainment areas, with an Edwardian ambience that lend that special air of elegance to formal events.
Empire café: Styled like a coffee house typical of 1920s Singapore, Empire cafe serves both international staples and local favourites.
Empress Room: Raffles Hotel's Chinese restaurant serves superb Cantonese cuisine created by a Master chef from Hong Kong. Dim Sum is available for lunch.
Kampong Glam & Arab Street: Nothing in Singapore beats Arab Street for bazaar-style shopping with true ethnic character. The street itself is a riot of colorful textiles from all over Asia at very low prices. Here you can browse in hole-in-the-wall shops, haggle to your heart's content and come away with the most delightful purchases at bargain prices. The little streets in this area formed the historical focal point of Muslim life in Singapore.
Lady Sophia Suite: The Lady Sophia Suite is name in honour of Lady Sophia Hull, second wife of Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles. Situated next to one of Raffles' lush green gardens, the suite is ideal for meetings and exhibitions.
Little India: Best seen on foot, Little India along Serangoon Road is awash with the scents and sights of the subcontinent. Stroll along this road and the neighboring alleyways to take in the quaint old-fashioned shops selling spices, sarees, trinkets, Indian jewlries and daily products used by Indian households.
Long Bar: Home of the Singapore Sling, the earthy decor of this two-storey bar was inspired by Malayan plantations of 1920's. In addition to almost every alcoholic and non-alcoholic concoction imaginable, the bar also serves traditional pub favourites that are available for both lunch and snacks.
Long Bar Steakhouse: Located on the second storey of Raffles Hotel Arcade, adjacent to the world-famous Long Bar, Long Bar Steakhouse cleverly combines steakhouse dining with the nostalgia and simple honest flavours of early plantation fare. Inspired by legendary exploits of Frank Cavendish, an adventurous planter who retreated to Raffles Hotel every weekend in the early 1900s as a respite from the rigours of plantation life in Malaya, the house specialties are succulent prime cuts of meats and seafood, marinated with the flavours of the Orient.
Orchard Road: You haven't shopped in Singapore if you haven't been to Orchard Road. This world famous stretch is the favorite shopping belt in the city. Whatever your budget, you can almost always find something you want. Most shopping centers will have an anchor tenant (usually a major department store) and other smaller retailers. Gems for the picking range from designer labels, to mid-range goods, to budget items. Some popular department stores to check out are: Marks & Spencer, Robinsons, Tangs, Ngee Ann City, Wisma, Centrepoint, Scotts, Plaza Singapura.
Palm Garden: The Palm Garden is a delightful outdoor setting featuring an ornate cast-iron fountain dating back to the late 1890's. One of only two in Singapore, it stands more than six metres high and is the focal point of the garden. The Palm Garden is available for private functions.
Raffles Café: Fast becoming a favorite meeting place for the hip artists; busy executives; and sophisticated shoppers from within Raffles Hotel Arcade, Raffles Café – Coffee & Wine Bar offers an excellent selection of fine coffees, teas and interesting New World wines, a light snack menu as well as all time favourite versions of the humble cookie.
Raffles Courtyard: Built in the tropical setting of an open courtyard, Raffles Courtyard, a timeless structure with white arches flanked by tropical palms and native plants, keeps alive the feeling of ‘Old Singapore’. A colonial cocktail bar, a traditional alfresco kitchen, table umbrellas and live music make the courtyard a pleasant place for patrons to watch the passing parade of visitors.
Raffles Grill: Timeless elegance characterises the Hotel's formal dining room. Raffles Grill is the Hotel's premier fine dining venue featuring French continental cuisine created by Master chef and the renowned Raffles attentive yet discreet service.
Seah Street Deli: A typical New York-style delicatessen. The unique menu features a selection of American sandwiches, entrees and salads. The portions are decidedly generous and the service remarkably friendly.
Singapore Art Museum: The Singapore Art Museum at Bras Basah Road, just across from the Singapore History Museum, is housed in a beautifully restored school building (the former St. Joseph's Institution). The Singapore Art Museum's state-of-the-art galleries feature paintings, sculptures and installations drawn from its 4000-strong permanent collection of Southeast Asian modern and contemporary art as well as touring 'blockbusters' shows.
Singapore Botanic Garden: Situated near Orchard Road, the 52-hectare Botanic Garden combines both primary jungle and manicured gardens that holds thousands of flora, including many rare specimens. In the Botanic Gardens is a 7.4 acre Singapore Orchid Garden featuring more than 3,000 orchids.
Singapore History Museum: The rich heritage of the island is presented here through trends and developments leading to modern-day Singapore. The history of Singapore is told through 20 dioramas, William Farquhar's collection of drawings, a Perabakan house, Fort Canning, Tiger Balm King's decorative carvings and a secret society lodge. The museum is housed in a grand colonial building topped by a giant silver dome which was built in 1887.
The Ballroom: The Ballroom is the essence of luxury and style, featuring exquisite Austrian chandeliers and murals of early Singapore. High ceilings, arched openings and french doors give it an airy spaciousness.
The Singapore Zoological Gardens/ The Night Safari: Acclaimed by Zoologists and tourists as one of the best zoos, to be found anywhere, Singapore's zoo is set in 170 acres of parkland next to a lake. There are more than 1,600 animals in residence, 50% of the 170 different spices, are endangered species from Southeast Asia. The Night Safari, opened in 1994, is the world's first and only night zoo which provide a rare opportunity to see nocturnal animals in their active state.
Tiffin Room: Tiffin Curry Buffet featuring traditional Indian and Asian specialities is a hot favourite with tourists and Singapore residents alike. The Tiffin Room Buffet is available for lunch and dinner. The Tiffin Room also serves breakfast and high tea daily.
Writer's Bar: Located in the lobby of the Hotel, this bar is a tribute to the writers who have stayed at the Hotel or written about it.

Nearby cities and areas:: Raffles Hotel is located in the heart of Singapore's business/civic district, just 20 min. from Changi Airport and a 2 minute ride on the MRT from the shopping strip of Orchard Road. It is walking distance to SISEC and Esplande - Theatres By The Bay.

Raffles Hotel is located in the heart of Singapore's business/civic district, just 20 min. from Changi Airport and a 2 minute ride on the MRT from the shopping strip of Orchard Road. It is within walking distance to SISEC and Esplande - Theatres By The Bay. ...

LOCATION :- Raffles Hotel, the legendary symbol for all "the fables of the Exotic East" was established in 1887 and is managed by Raffles International Limited. It is located in the heart of Singapore business and historic district. STYLE & CHARACTER :- Restored to the style to which it was once accustomed, the hotel features 103 elegantly appointed suites, 19 distinctive restaurants and bars, a shopping arcade featuring the best in regional specialties and international brand names, a Museum, Jubilee Hall theatre playhouse, the world class Amrita Spa, the Raffles Culinary Academy and extensive lush gardens and courtyards. FEATURES AND SERVICES :- Raffles Hotel, one of the few hotels in the world that can lay claim to offering hospitality to travelers for over a century. Opened on December st 1887 by the early 1920s it was already known as the historic hotel of Singapore. Raffles Culinary Academy has become an integral part of Singapore's culinary heritage. It offers an appealing range of cooking and lifestyle classes to suit the palates and tastes of discerning gourmets, food hobbyists and amateur chefs. ENTERTAINMENT/ACTIVITIES :- January : New Year Celebrations, Chinese New Year Celebrations, Hari Raya Puasa (Ramadan) - Light Up February : Valentine's Day Celebrations, Chinese New Year Celebration-Light Up and Chingay Parade, Asian Aerospace (Year 2000), Singaporeht River Hong BaoParade, Asian Aerospace (Year 2000), Singapore March : Hari Raya Haji (Muslim Festival), Singapore International Cup (Year 2000) April : Easter Holiday Celebrations, Singapore Film Festivall Cup May : Mother's Day Celebrations June : Singapore Arts Festival, Great Singapore Sale, Dragon Boat Festivalay Celebrations, Singapore Film Festival July : Singapore Food Festival August : National Day Celebrations, Singapore River Fiesta September: Mooncake Festival October : Deepavali Celebrations - Light Up (Indian Festivals)t Festival November : Raffles Hotel Annual Wine and Food Experience, Christmas Light-Up December : Christmas Celebrations SHOPPING :- Top International and regional specialties brand names are brought together at the Raffles Hotel Arcade to produce one of the region's most interesting and sophisticated retail areas. The Arcade has carefully balanced the best of East and West by combining high fashion, exclusively jewelry, watches and luxury leather goods with an array of Asia's finest craftsmanship including Thai Silk, oriental art, batik and antiques. Directory of the Raffles Hotel Arcade: Arts & Antiques, Fashion & Leather, Gifts & Collectibles, Timepiece and Jewelry, Services and Museum. Amrita Spa/Health Club/Fitness Facilities : Hotel's pool, located on the third floor deck atop the Courtyard Wing, is for the exclusive use of the residents and is open round the clock (24hr). The fully-equipped health club has treadmills, stationary bicycles, a universal weight machine and mirror-lined walls. Two massage rooms feature Shaitsu & Swedish style massage & also aromatherapy and foot reflexology sessions. Sauna and steam rooms available in the gentlemen's and ladies' changing rooms. ...

Raffles Hotel - A Raffles International Hotel Singapore Facilities:
* 19 highly acclaimed restaurant and bars * State-of-the-Art Amrita Spa * 7 function rooms for meetings up to 400 * Pool Bar * 24 - Hour Gymnasium & Swimming Pool * 24 - Hour personal on-call valet * Business Centre * Raffles Hotel Arcade with over 50 speciality shops * Dhobi at Raffles ( Laundry Services) * Raffles Culinary Academy * Raffles Hotel Museum * The Sugar Palm Club for Children * Jubilee Hall - Theatre Playhouse * Sir Charles - Flowers for the Gentleman ( Florist) * Thos SB Raffles, Gourmet Food & Provisions ...


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