Capella Singapore
Hotel · Sentosa ·
Tropical oasis blending colonial charm with modern luxury
Tropical oasis blending colonial charm with modern luxury
"A hilltop haven on Sentosa Island a 10-minute drive from Singapore’s city center, Capella Singapore retains as much tropical magnetism today as it did when it opened in 2009. The hotel is housed in former British Royal Artillery barracks that were built in the 1800s, and today it has a vibe that’s part colonnaded, verandaed pomp, part modern architectural flair. Its terra-cotta-roofed heritage buildings rub up against a futuristic Foster+Partners infinity-sign-shaped wing, while André Fu–designed suites and villas are done in forest palettes with midcentury modern touches. Not to be missed: the jungly lipstick-palm- and frangipani-lined paths where hornbills honk; and Cassia’s ever-polished fine dining. But it’s the unfailingly thoughtful and elegant hospitality here that makes stays exceptional, from “Capella Culturists,” who can arrange riotously fun mah-jongg sessions, to staff who materialize poolside, proffering welcome beat-the-heat bucket hats and icy mango smoothies." - CNT Editors
"A hilltop haven on Sentosa Island a 10-minutes drive from Singapore’s city center, Capella Singapore retains as much tropical magnetism today as it did when it opened in 2009. The hotel is housed in former British Royal Artillery barracks that were built in the 1800s, and today it has a vibe that’s part colonnaded, verandaed pomp, part modern architectural flair. Its terra-cotta-roofed heritage buildings rub up against a futuristic Foster+Partners infinity-sign-shaped wing, while André Fu–designed suites and villas are done in forest palettes with midcentury modern touches. Not to be missed: the jungly lipstick-palm- and frangipani-lined paths where hornbills honk; and Cassia’s ever-polished fine dining. But it’s the unfailingly thoughtful and elegant hospitality here that makes stays exceptional, from “Capella Culturists,” who can arrange riotously fun mah-jongg sessions, to staff who materialize poolside proffering welcome beat-the-heat bucket hats and icy mango smoothies. From $935. —Ianthe Butt" - CNT Editors
"Voted the No. 1 best hotel in Singapore by Travel + Leisure readers in 2024, this property offers some of the city’s most spacious accommodations and “feels as though it was dropped in the middle of a rain forest.” Wild peacocks roam the grounds and the beach is just down the hill; during the visit the author stayed in a private villa that included a private outdoor terrace and pool, making it a strong pick for families seeking space and privacy." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A secluded Sentosa Island retreat refreshed in 2021 by André Fu, offering 112 stylish rooms with soothing sand-and-sage palettes, deep soaking tubs, window lounges framing jungle foliage, and private green-fringed patios with plunge pools. Standout amenities include a three-tier infinity pool and an award-winning on-site art collection of more than 900 pieces. Its Culturalist activity calendar stages lively mahjong lessons, farm-to-table cooking classes, and a sidecar tour with a feng shui master who explains how ancient Chinese philosophy influenced landmarks like Marina Bay Sands and the Merlion." - Charlene Fang
"For nature lovers with a taste for luxury, this Sentosa hideaway delivers 112 well‑manicured rooms, suites, and villas with unfettered views of the South China Sea, 30 acres of private greenery to roam, and direct access to beautiful Palawan Beach; prices start at S$1,439 for the Premier Garden Room." - Alvin Lim