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Operating in a category of its own, the Singapore Boutique Hotel provides a complete contrast to the high rise modern glass fronted buildings so commonly found amongst the capitals of the world. Boutique Hotels in Singapore are often the preferred choice of the discerning traveller, as many of these Hotels are situated in the glamorous, vibrant location of Chinatown, close to shopping, restaurants and historical sites.
Thousands of tourists flock to Singapore year round to experience the world's heritage rich cultures converging in one city. The cultural diversity of this city reflects 200 years of colonial history with immigrant cultures originating from China, Malay, India, and Arabia resulting in ethnic enclaves offering an abundance of local charm and character. It is perhaps strange that 80% of the population is Chinese and yet is has its own Chinatown, it is because the Chinese were always in the majority.
Geographically Singapore is not just one island but a main piece of land surrounded by 63 islets. Singapore plays a very important role on the economic and industrial platform of the world and is experiencing strong economic growth and has the busiest port in the world receiving over 600 liners.
Its growth was first ignited by Sir Stamford Raffles when he established Singapore up as a tax free trading centre resulting in plentiful work and ample business opportunities. On first inspection it appears as an extremely modern city but dig a little deeper and you will discover many hidden historical treasures.
These Boutique Hotels are burgeoning in various parts of Singapore allowing the guest ease of access to local attractions, entertainment venues, restaurants and shops.
Boutique Hotels are exclusive and unique each one claiming for itself a particularly beautiful historic building, whose master architects have restored sympathetically revealing its alluring grandeur. The Hotels are predominantly small providing anywhere up to a hundred rooms in varying sizes ranging from deluxe multi roomed suites to individual rooms.
The awe inspiring lobby's', foyers, atriums and reception areas are in themselves a work of art. The designers have provided through the use of original works of art by Verner Panton, Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Ray and Charles Eamon to name a few, Chinese silk soft furnishings, intricately detailed plush rugs, ornate light fittings, marble floors, fresh flowers and water features create spectacularly beautiful environments.
Within a Singapore Boutique Hotel you will discover that the bedrooms are each individually designed and decorated and some have been independently named. The rooms use wall hangings, fine art, soft lighting, exotic rugs, fresh flowers, large plasma screens and designer sofas surround the sumptuous king size beds. Crisp white linens headed by dreamy oversize goose down pillows, colourful throws and cushions elegantly cover the bed.
The en suite bathrooms are lavishly appointed providing designer fittings, marble baths, walk in showers, double vanities, mirrored walls complimentary toiletries slippers and bathrobes.
The rooms facilities and amenities include: complimentary high speed internet access, satellite television, mini-bar, daily cocktails and nibbles, hairdryer, plasma screen TV, DVD and music centre, iPod dock, X-Box 36 and Nintendo Wii, all of the suites include fully fitted kitchenettes, fresh flowers, babysitting services and 24 hour room service
Individually styled restaurants populate the confines of these each Singapore Boutique Hotel, providing a varying range of cuisines including: Chinese, Malay, Mediterranean and Thai. Some of the restaurants use a chic edgy style to present their culinary delights whilst others choose outdoor settings perched on the rooftops, providing the diners with spectacular views over the city. Poolside restaurants provide casual dining areas and refreshing cocktails.
Many trendy wine bars, cigar bars and cocktails bars are found throughout the confines of these fine establishments providing the perfect setting for the hip trendsetters and fashionable elite. Aromatic coffee bars offering tempting pastries and sweet treats are fabulous places to sit and watch the passing parade of Singapore.
Given the fact that Singapore is an immensely busy destination for the business traveller the Hotels have acknowledged the fact in the provision of a vast range of varying room facilities catering for large gala events to secluded confidential meeting rooms. The staff are impeccably trained to oversee the business event from beginning to conclusion.
The business centers provide a comprehensive range of facilities including: fax machine, photocopier, high speed internet access, computers, printers, mobile phones, secretarial services, translations services and catering services.
The gymnasiums exude a private club atmosphere and are sophisticatedly equipped providing a range of training equipment that will ensure a thorough workout under the guidance of highly trained fitness instructors. On site saunas and steam rooms allow the guest to relax and unwind after the vigorous training session.
The Boutiques' Health Spas are specifically designed to ensure the guest the most relaxing and tranquil of environments. Mystical music, scented candles, soft muted colours of the furnishings provide the backdrop for therapeutic Ayurveda and Thai massages, aromatic body scrubs and wraps and will leave mind, body and soul rejuvenated and refreshed.
A vast range of facilities and amenities are available and include: concierge, currency exchange, hairdresser, beauty salon, shops, travel desk, air port transfer, baby sitting service and 24 hour room service.
A Singapore Boutique Hotel will offer guests a truly luxuriously indulgent experience in the most fabulous of surroundings, in locations that provide the guest with easy access to the highlights of Singapore. Within the Hotel enjoy delectable cuisines, wonderfully comfortable accommodation presented by kind, caring courteous staff, who meticulously attends to all of your most indulgent needs.
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