Hotel
Raffles Singapore
Singapore's grand colonial hotel, opened in 1887 by the Sarkies brothers, now an all-suite property with butler service and the birthplace of the Singapore Sling.
PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering
WOHA-designed hotel opposite Hong Lim Park, opened in 2013, known for its terraced sky gardens holding 15,000 square metres of greenery.
At a glance
- Type
- Eco-designed hotel
- Area
- Chinatown, Singapore
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Official site
- panpacific.com
Good to know
- Sky gardens
- Infinity pool
- Wellness floor
Why we recommend it
PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering is one of Singapore's best-known examples of green architecture. Designed by local firm WOHA and opened in 2013, it wraps its 367 rooms and suites in terraced sky gardens and cascading planting, adding around 15,000 square metres of greenery to the edge of Chinatown and the business district.
The fifth-floor wellness level has an infinity pool set among the gardens, though it can close for maintenance, so check before you go. The location suits both business and leisure: Chinatown, Clarke Quay and Boat Quay are within walking distance, and Chinatown and Clarke Quay MRT stations are nearby. Rooms in the Collection Club categories add lounge access for those who want it.
PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering FAQs
Who designed the hotel?
The Singapore architecture firm WOHA.
Does it have a pool?
Yes, an infinity pool on the Level 5 wellness floor.