Photo: The Serangoon House
Cover Photo: The Serangoon House

Looking to take advantage of the long Christmas weekend this month? We list the best hotels on the island for you to pick from

The arrival of the last month of the year always signals the start of the Christmas season as well as the plethora of year-end festivities that come with it. After a tough past couple of years, many of us are finally getting a chance to unwind and spend time with our loved ones

This year, Christmas falls on a Sunday so this means December 26 (Monday) will be a public holiday. Plus, we can look forward to one last long weekend in 2022 to find time with the people who matter most to us in our lives. 

If you are thinking of spending the holidays by going on a staycation with family and friends this year, these are our top picks for hotels in Singapore to stay at during the festive period. Read on for more. 

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1. One°15 Marina Sentosa Cove

If you love boats, you will definitely enjoy a stay at One°15 Marina Sentosa Cove. With gorgeous sea views, a staycation here will take you away from city life for a moment.

The hotel offers a family package that includes breakfast for four, SG$30 in dining credits as well as a kids' fun pack and Sentosa Fun Pass tokens. 

You can also rent a yacht and enjoy a day out at sea while you are there. Christmas picnic on the high seas anyone?

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2. Hotel Indigo

Hotel Indigo is the new kid on the block. Housed on the site of the former Joo Chiat Police Station, this newly opened boutique hotel features 131 guestrooms that pay homage to the Peranakan culture. 

With a rooftop infinity pool overlooking Katong, gorgeous rooms with art murals and more, it is indeed a local treasure worth celebrating Christmas at.

3. The Serangoon House

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Photo: The Serangoon House
Above Photo: The Serangoon House

The Serangoon House, which opened its doors this December is a perfect staycation spot if you are looking for a cosy, lifestyle hotel. 

Boasting Indian colonial designs, the hotel features architecture that is gorgeous and seeped in tradition. With 90 rooms that can each accommodate up to six guests, its surrounding neighbourhood of Little India and more, this is one extremely memorable staycation spot for your Christmas vacation. 

4. JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach

This Christmas, JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach is offering a luxurious festive package that you may want to take advantage of. 

The experience gives you a one-night stay in its deluxe room, breakfast for two as well as a festive dinner buffet for two. With fresh seafood on ice, festive roasts and sweets, this is an experience not to miss if you are in for a pampering treat. 

5. Four Seasons Hotel Singapore

For the ultimate weekend of luxury, you won't go wrong with a stay at the presidential suite at the Four Seasons Hotel. Perched on the 19th floor right above the iconic Orchard Road shopping belt, this elegant suite has everything you need to relax and have fun.

The room boasts a king-sized bed, ample space for rollaway beds or cribs, a full marble bathroom with a guest powder room and sprawling views of the city skyline. 

The suite is also equipped with a kitchenette with a separate entrance and a dining table that can host up to eight people comfortably—perfect for an intimate festive party.

6. Intercontinental Singapore

Reminiscent of shophouse living, Intercontinental Singapore’s Heritage Suites offer some of the most luxurious blasts from the past that you can indulge in over the Christmas break.

With spacious rooms inspired by rich Peranakan history, separate bedrooms and living areas with a large double-vanity bathroom, this is one holiday treat you can’t miss. 

The Heritage Suites also come with a dedicated concierge team, personalised service and daily refreshments including a la carte breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails and canapés daily.

While here, you can also enjoy the hotel's festive dining offerings which include the best of the hotel's restaurants such as The Lobby Lounge, Man Fu Yuan, Luce by Davide Giacomelli and more.  

7. Pan Pacific Singapore

This Christmas, why not kill two birds with one stone by occupying the kids over the school holidays as well as enjoying a well-deserved break with Pan Pacific Singapore’s Urban Jungle Adventure experience?

In partnership with Kiztopia, Pan Pacific Hotel’s Urban Jungle Suites feature a jungle-themed room with an inflatable rocking hippo, a teepee and a treehouse bunk bed that sleeps two children. 

The stay also comes with an Urban Jungle Survival Pack, kids’ bath toys for a fun soak in the tub and access to the hotel’s indoor play area, Urban Jungle Village—which is every kid’s dream come true as it is a wonderland that offers seven activity zones full of animal-themed slides, interactive games, a treehouse and more. 

For this Urban Jungle Adventure staycation, children will get private access to the Urban Jungle cabana by the pool as well as tickets for three-hour access to Kiztopia in Marina Square, Singapore’s largest indoor playground. You can also enjoy festive buffet spreads at some of the hotel's restaurants during your stay here.

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8. W Singapore Sentosa Cove

With how busy and crowded Singapore is, space is certainly a luxury, which is why many of us seek privacy when we go on vacation. This Christmas, why not get away from it all with W Singapore Sentosa Cove’s Extreme Wow Suite?

A true sanctuary located on the top floor of the hotel, the suite features a one-bedroom presidential suite with a king-size bed, balcony and floor-to-ceiling windows that look out to a private plunge pool. So pack your swimsuits and sun hats and pretend you are on another tropical island for a night or two. 

9. Capella Singapore

Three days may not be enough for some of us to jet off to say, Bali or Thailand, for a relaxing beach holiday; so why not skip all that trouble of leaving the country to book a stay at the ethereal and secluded Capella Hotel?

For the ultimate Christmas holiday, you’ll want to book the Contemporary Manor. The manor, which is located at the edge of the Capella estate, is a private and luxurious oasis that will essentially make you feel like you have left Singapore. 

With space for six adults and one child, this manor is great if you have a slightly bigger family. Kids will enjoy the huge private lap pool while adults can bask in the luxury of a walk-in wardrobe, massive bathrooms and an outdoor terrace which is lined with sun beds. 

The hotel will also be serving up a variety of festive menus at its various restaurants located right on the property.

10. The Ritz-Carlton Millenia

With a six-person capacity, full marble bathrooms with soaking tubs and 24-hour personalised butler service, The Ritz-Carlton’s Ritz Suite is the perfect option if you are looking for a luxurious getaway this Christmas. 

You will get to enjoy panoramic views of Marina Bay, museum-quality art pieces, separate living and dining areas and more. The room is also perfect if you are planning to host a festive party because its dining room can accommodate 10 people comfortably. 

If you are looking for a festive meal, The Ritz-Carlton has you covered with classic Christmas dishes such as an oven-roasted turkey with chestnut stuffing and a honey-baked ham with grilled pineapples.

11. The Warehouse Hotel

The Warehouse Hotel’s River View Suite is the largest open-plan room in the hotel and it is undoubtedly a sight to behold. Designed in a loft style with great attention to historical detail, the room boasts soaring peaked ceilings and a gorgeous view of the Singapore River from where it is located at the top of the building. 

The room is fitted with a super king-sized bed, an ensuite bathroom with a standalone bathtub, and a spacious living area. It is also surrounded by plenty of bars and restaurants so you will never be short of ideas on where to eat or drink this Christmas. 

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