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Thursday, July 28, 2011

Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Singapore

The only property of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group in Singapore, Mandarin Oriental, Singapore, is one of the city’s most luxurious hotels. The property features an impressive, newly designed atrium lobby with 527 rooms and suites, four executive floors and a premium Oriental Club Lounge. All guestrooms offer spectacular views of the Ocean, Singapore Harbour or City, and feature wireless hi-speed broadband internet connectivity. All rooms and suites provide state-of-the-art surround sound system with CD and DVD options. Digitally controlled, all guestrooms are continually kept cool for the comfort of our guests.

Mandarin Oriental, Singapore is located in Marina Centre adjacent to Marina Square Shopping Mall , within walking distance of Suntec City, which houses one of Asia Pacific’s largest convention centres, the Suntec Singapore International Convention and Exhibition Centre, and Marina Bay Sands Resort and Casino  The hotel is also five minutes’ drive from the city's financial district and only 20 minutes’ drive via the expressway from Changi International Airport and the Singapore Expo.

Offering the ultimate in privacy and featuring panoramic views of the city skyline, the  Oriental Club Lounge exudes a contemporary and stylish design with oriental accents which complements the newly renovated Club rooms. The Club Lounge located on the 19th floor provides exclusive services to Club Floor guests such as complimentary non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day, Oriental afternoon tea service, evening cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, guaranteed late check-out till 6pm, complimentary internet access, free local calls, luxurious amenities, choice of newspapers and bookings for Esplanade’s performances upon request.

The Oriental Ballroom and fourteen meeting rooms are fitted with the latest conferencing systems such as high-tech audio visual equipment, LCD projectors, built-in projector screens and wireless broadband Internet access. The Ballroom also encompasses a modern surround sound system and intelligent lightings, providing guests the opportunity to create the desired theme or mood for their events. At the Bridal Salon, couples can discuss their wedding requirements and plans assisted by the dedicated wedding consultants, and review a selection of wedding packages, menus, invitation cards, music themes, linen, chinaware and decorative elements, in a stylish and relaxed manner.

There are five restaurants and two bars at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore, which include Cherry Garden that specializes in authentic Cantonese cuisine presented in a modern style; Dolce Vita, a poolside restaurant, offering Italian cuisine with a selection of fine wines; MELT ~ The World Café - an eclectic and chic brasserie with a show kitchen and cooking stations. There is also Axis Bar & Lounge, presenting panoramic views of the city skyline, which is an ideal location for afternoon tea or drinks in the evening with live entertainment. Morton’s The Steakhouse, America’s premier fine-dining steakhouse, opened its first restaurant outside of the United States at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore. Wasabi Bistro offers the sophisticated diner a refreshing new take on contemporary Japanese cuisine suffused with distinct Californian influences in a fashionable bistro setting.

The Oriental Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore comprises of five luxurious treatment rooms, a Couple Suite and a private Relaxation Lounge. The innovative and restorative treatments at The Oriental Spa merge both ancient and modern techniques with philosophies from around the world, using 100% pure essential oils and herbs. There is also a fitness studio equipped with the most advanced exercise equipment, and an outdoor patio, surrounded by lush greenery, for yoga lessons.

The newly refurbished 25-metre outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by lush tropical landscape and is raised to different levels to emphasise spectacular views of the Singapore city skyline. The new features will also include private cabanas, a bubble-jet children’s pool, a large cabana for intimate gatherings and private events as well as wet decks which allow guests to sunbathe while they enjoy the coolness of the water.

Mandarin Oriental, Singapore opened in 1987, and was built by US architect John Portman, who also designed the FAN-shaped atrium for the hotel. H.L. Lim of LTW Design Works, the renowned interior designer who has handled many prestigious projects, including the refurbishment of The Oriental, Bangkok, was responsible for transforming Mandarin Oriental, Singapore into a modern landmark with a multi-million dollar renovation in end 2004. The renovation included the redesign of all 527 guestrooms and suites, and the enhancement to all public areas, dining and meeting facilities. Relaunched in May 2005, the hotel now provides guests the ultimate in luxury and sophistication along with unparalleled service.

The Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Singapore was developed by Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is a well-known luxury hotel and resort chain with properties around the world. The Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Singapore is located in the Marina Centre area and offers luxury accommodations with beautiful views of the city skyline. The hotel features elegant design, world-class amenities, and exceptional service, catering to both leisure and business travelers.




























by US architect John Portman,

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