Cover Inside a one-bedroom Pool Villa at the Raffles Sentosa Singapore
Inside a one-bedroom Pool Villa at the Raffles Sentosa Singapore
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Singapore’s first all-villa resort is ready to welcome guests starting from March 1, 2025
After much anticipation, Singapore’s newest luxury property is ready to welcome guests from all over the world. The new Raffles Sentosa Singapore is slated for an official opening on March 1, 2025. Not only will it be the country’s first all-villa property, the hotel also marks an exciting new chapter for the historic Raffles brand, which was founded in Singapore in 1887 with the debut of Raffles Singapore.
In a media release, Raffles Sentosa Singapore announced it is now open for bookings, including stays, weddings and events, and spa and dining experiences.
“Raffles Sentosa Singapore will be an enchanting sanctuary, where nature, heritage, and wellness come together with the legendary traditions and world-class hospitality of the Raffles brand to create truly unforgettable experiences,” Cavaliere Giovanni Viterale, cluster general manager of Raffles Sentosa Singapore and Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa said.
“The resort will also offer the perfect setting for private retreats, family gatherings, and celebrating significant milestones.”
Lush escapade
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Façade of the Presidential Villa
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Designed by Yabu Pushelberg, the luxury hotel features 62 villas, ranging from 210 sq metres for a one-bedroom pool villa to 650 sq metres for the four-bedroom Royal Villa.
Every villa has its own private pool and outdoor terrace with expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that offer panoramic views of the lush outdoors.
Above One-bedroom Pool Villa
One-bedroom Pool Villa
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And of course, resort guests can look forward to the legendary Raffles Butler service, a comprehensive and personalised hospitality experience designed to provide guests with exceptional and intuitive care throughout their stay. This includes everything from check-in and check-out procedures directly in the guest’s villa to customised recommendations for dining and itineraries. Notably, this service also includes meticulous attention to detail, such as remembering guest preferences and maintaining continuity of service, even if the same butler is not present during subsequent stays.
Situated within 100,000 square metres of lush tropical greenery on Sentosa, the resort offers convenient access to the city centre and is located just 15 minutes from Singapore’s Central Business District.
Perched on a hilltop and surrounded by lush gardens, Raffles Sentosa Singapore offers a tranquil escape for travellers who seek an all-natural and serene destination.
The resort will also make a magnificent new venue for weddings and events, with two state-of-the-art ballrooms, the largest of which can accommodate up to 400 guests.
Relax and rejuvenate
Those familiar with the Raffles Spa at the iconic Raffles Hotel will be familiar with its luxurious and impressive facilities and a amenities that includes hydrothermal experiences. With wellness being a key focus, the Raffles Sentosa Singapore will also feature a standalone spa.
Set in a converted heritage landmark with 13 treatment rooms, it will offer experiences steeped in holistic wellness.
Gastronomic journey
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Raffles Room
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Raffles Sentosa Singapore will offer five restaurants and lounges showcasing a diverse array of global cuisines. At the resort’s signature Empire Grill, guests can savour authentic Italian cuisine with a modern twist, while Royal China will feature Cantonese cuisine. Over at Hashida, gourmands will be transported to Japan as they indulge in a distinctive Japanese omakase journey.
To enjoy the signature Raffles Afternoon Tea, guests can visit the Raffles Room for a selection of finger sandwiches and sweet delicacies.
In a nod to the speakeasies of the past, the Chairman’s Room offers a refined range of whiskies, cognacs, and fine wines and champagnes by the glass in a plush setting. Alternatively, guests have the option of dining al fresco by their private villa pool, in the resort’s lush gardens, or on a secluded stretch of Tanjong Beach, directly accessible from the resort.
With less than two months to go, it’s time to make plans for your next wellness-focused vacation—and you don’t even need to leave the country for that.
For more information or booking enquiries, visit www.raffles.com/sentosa.
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Andrea Saadan is the Senior Digital Editor of Tatler Singapore. She oversees all digital content for the website and currently leads the Beauty and Lifestyle verticals. As a child, she had always enjoyed reading and writing but it was only after she joined her college newspaper, The Spectrum, in Buffalo, New York, that she considered a career in journalism. Her love for all things beauty started from the age of two—when she was caught playing with (and damaging) her mother’s YSL lipstick. On top of her day job, she is also an unpaid beauty consultant for friends and family. Besides make-up, her obsessions include the wizarding world of Harry Potter, podcasts, ice-cream, her walking pad and watching endless re-runs of The Office (US).
