Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Sha Villa

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One might expect that this heritage building, an old-fashioned survivor amid the makeover mania of Orchard Road, would have been converted into a plantation-era boutique hotel replete with limousine airport transfer and complimentary cocktails. But alas, the facelift fanatics will be disappointed: Sha Villa shows its age with decrepit air-conditioners and other undeniably run-down characteristics. On the other hand, the rooms have gleaming hardwood floors and hints of bygone grandeur. The hotel is the training centre for students of Singapore's hospitality college, meaning that service can be inept but enthusiastic. For those who prefer less than perfect, Sha Villa is lovable because of its wrinkles and foibles.

Gallery Hotel

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Gallery Hotel is hip, or rather, HIP ('Highly Individual Places'), a designation bestowed by writer Herbert Ypma when a hotel becomes the destination rather than a base camp for the destination. As Singapore's first boutique hotel, the high-rise Gallery Hotel rightfully shook up the land of mild-mannered towers with its post-modern nod to cubism. The hotel's main tower is outlined with primary coloured frames that jut out from the façade making it look like a Fisher Price circuit board. Inside, the hotel drew inspiration from the utilitarian spaces of the old warehouses that once lined the Singapore River. The rooms are metallic and spare and their greatest flourishes are the views of the river, best found on the Observatory level. Ah yes, the infinity pool is more than a glorified swimming hole.

Goodwood Park HotelGoodwood Park Hotel

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Few centenarians look as good as this Victorian-era castle built as a private social club for German expatriates. It survived the Japanese occupation of Singapore during the second world war, was used as the war crimes court after the Japanese surrender and now occupies a revered spot alongside Raffles as Singapore's more feminine grand dame. As with many landmark hotels, the original wing retains all the old-world ambiance of craftsmanship while the new wing is handsome but Spartan.

The Fullerton Hotel Singapore


Business Traveller UK Awards Best New Business Hotel in the World Ranked 1st 2003 Business Traveller Asia Pacific Awards Best New Business Hotel in Asia Pacific Ranked 1st 2003 The Fullerton Hotel Singapore is Singapores latest masterpiece of simplicity, comfort and elegance. Transformed from the Fullerton building, which was built in 1928, its rich heritage, neo-classical architecture and strategic location make it an inspiration to all, in the heart of Singapore. Views from the 400 rooms and suites, either overlook the sunlit atrium courtyard, or have balconies that open out to sweeping panoramas of the city skyline, the river promenade or Marina Bay. State-of-art features and broadband connectivity provide guests with high-speed Internet access. The Fullerton delivers with personal touches, such as discreet way mail, packages and polished shoes are dispatched, through a specially designed niche in the wardrobe closet of each room. Whether it is a quick sandwich or latte at the lobby lounge The Courtyard, or an elaborate menu degustation at the Lighthouse, a selection of Western and Asian delights available at Town, the hotels restaurant and bar or enjoy exquisite Chinese cuisine at Jade, the hotels Chinese restaurant. The Straits Club is The Fullertons premier private club. Offering personalized service and private room registration. An array of food and beverage selections is available in the Straits Club lounge. A Reading Room and Bar add to the refined ambience of the club. Whether it is for business or leisure, a stay at The Fullerton Hotel Singapore is the highlight of a visit to Singapore. Utell Luxury Selection - Provides the ultimate hotel experience. For guests who demand the very highest standards, selected from the finest choice available from around the world.

Domaine des hauts de loire onzain france

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The rooms in the Domaine des Hauts de Loire Hotel, in France, can be broadly divided into 2 types, the Residence and the Castle. The rooms in Domaine des Hauts de Loire are extremely comfortable and cozy. The guests can enjoy the beautiful view of the surroundings from their rooms. The rooms are exclusively decorated with antique furniture. The rooms have attached bathrooms, which are well equipped. Some of the room services provided by the Domaine des Hauts de Loire Onzain, France are as follows:

Facilities Offered by Domaine des Hauts de Loire



The Domaine des Hauts de Loire Hotel offers a wide range of facilities to provide utmost comfort to its guests. The facilities that Domaine des Hauts de Loire, one of the Luxurious Hotels in France, offers are as follows:

Swimming Pool
Tennis Court
Restaurant
Parking Area
Safe-Deposit Box at the Front Desk
Babysitting
Laundry Service
Business Center
Conference Facility
Special facilities for Handicap