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Fairmont Singapore: Traveler Reviews

4.5 of 5
80 Bras Basah Rd, Singapore 189560, Singapore
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Fairmont Singapore
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Los Angeles, California
Contributor
14 reviews 14 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
“Luxurious hotel in a great location!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 10, 2012

Just had a wonderful two-night stay at the Fairmont and every single aspect of this hotel was top-notch. Check in was extremely gracious and speedy (and since our flight landed at midnight, we were thrilled to be sent up to our room so quickly). The rooms were spacious, very clean and had beautiful views. The service in every way was fantastic - efficient and friendly. Two specific notes:
First, even though it was December there were days during which the heat/humidity was pretty intense. You can easily walk from the Fairmont Lobby, through the lovely shopping mall next door, and down to the subway without stepping outside. The subway is very easy to use and can get you anywhere. Everything we wanted to see - Marina Bay Hotel, Little India, Arab Street, Clark Quay - were all just a couple of stops away. Never took more than 10-15 minutes to get to anywhere we wanted to go.
Secondly: we booked the Executive Floor which is Floor 23. It was a bit more expensive and I was doubtful as to whether it would be worth it. But I can assure you it was! The moment you walk off the elevator on Floor 23, there are two dedicated staff at desks ready to help you with anything - and they could not be more friendly. The Executive Lounge was really lovely. A good spread was laid out for breakfast as you watched the city through the windows 23 stories up. But even more impressive was the cocktail hour from 5-8p. This was amazing. Full-on drinks, great wine, lovely champagne (Moet & Chandon) all served with elegance and smiles. And there is a lavish spread of canapés and nibbles - beautifully laid out. One evening we had a variety of salmon, beef and chicken appetizers and the next we had an amazing chicken curry & rice. And day-to-day the options were different so if you stay a few nights, you get to try different things. It's the perfect segue from walking about the city during the day to dinner/evening plans.
Really loved this hotel - would recommend it to the discerning traveler who likes a bit of luxury without the attitude.

Room Tip: I would recommend the Executive Floor - Floor 23. Also, ask for a room facing the Marina Bay Hotel...
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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FairmontSingapore, Director of Quality at Fairmont Singapore, responded to this review
December 28, 2012
Dear Guest,

We are so happy to hear that you loved every aspect of your recent stay and would recommend us to discerning travellers. We particularly appreciate your expression “luxury without the attitude”, as our first service promise is to provide warm, sincere and engaging service to ensure our guests feel valued.

Your compliments on the Executive Club Lounge will certainly be conveyed to the team as a further motivation to continue delivering the high standards that you speak of.

We look forward to welcome you back to Fairmont Singapore!

Warm regards,
Brian Tan
Director of Quality
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Rome
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Welcome break!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 7, 2012

This was my first stay at Fairmont beacuse my "regular" hotel had no vacancies: and what a delughtful surprise. The welcoming check-in support was most pleasant and very helpful, including a room upgrade and assistance completing the Fairmont Club membership. All the staff, including doorman and Concierge provided friendly and exceptional service. The room was comfortable with modern classic decor, plenty of natural light [and black-out curtains if required], a highly effective desk arrangement, easy and free internet access, a wonderful bed with pillows & doona that ensured a great sleep, and a modern and very functional bathroom. The hotel is centrally located near Raffles with just a short walk to the Marina, esplanade and the new Bay Gardens [worth several hours of your leisure]. I will definitiely be making this my "must stay" option in Singapore.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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FairmontSingapore, Director of Quality at Fairmont Singapore, responded to this review
December 10, 2012
Dear Guest,

We are delighted to read that you had a fantastic experience and will be making us your “must stay” hotel option. Welcome to the Fairmont President’s Club program – we hope that overtime you will get to enjoy the full benefits of the program for exclusive stays in our properties around the world.

Thank you for choosing Fairmont Singapore!

Best regards,
Brian Tan
Director of Quality
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Weybridge, Surrey
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Great View, Great Hotel...and Great Showers...!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 6, 2012

My family and I love this hotel. Great Location, lovely staff and at a reasonable price for Singapore !
The Shower in our room was amazing and was like someone was throwing a bucket over water on your continuously !!!

  • Stayed April 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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FairmontSingapore, Director of Quality at Fairmont Singapore, responded to this review
December 10, 2012
Dear Guest,

Thank you for the compliments! Indeed, there is nothing like a great shower, especially in the tropical climate of Singapore.

We look forward to welcome you back to Fairmont Singapore!

Warm regards,
Brian Tan
Director of Quality
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San Diego
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32 reviews 32 reviews
30 hotel reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
188 helpful votes 188 helpful votes
“It's okay...”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 4, 2012

When my ride pulled up the lobby, I realized that this was the former Westin which I've stayed quite sometime ago as the Raffles Hotel was right across the street. Check in was efficient and service was impeccable. We were assigned to room 1427 in the south tower and it was a good sized room with a nice bathroom complete with all amenities. There were a couple of stains in the carpet which I think they should have done some work on before selling the room.

The property is located in a very strategic location which is excellent for business and unlike those along orchard road is easier to access during certain hours of the day. The basement is another shopping mall and from there you can walk all the way to Marina Square. The downside however for businessmen is that internet whether you pay for it or get it for free is terribly slow. I think they have to update the system they use as it is unbecoming of the brand they represent.

I would recommend that management also take a look at the material they use for the reading lamps attached to the bedside wall. Prolong use of the reading lamps render them too hot to handle and can be a fire hazard considering that pillow and bedsheets are close by. I tried to adjust the lamp and nearly burned my fingers.

Overall, perhaps with a few tweaks here and there, this is still an excellent property and I would not mind staying again if the opportunity presented itself.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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FairmontSingapore, Director of Quality at Fairmont Singapore, responded to this review
December 10, 2012
Dear Guest,

We greatly appreciate your compliments on the hotel’s impeccable service, room conditions, amenities and its strategic location. At the same time, we note your feedback on the reading lamp and the carpet and will follow up with housekeeping department.

We are very cognizant of the importance of the internet for our guests, and hence have upgraded the system in 2011 to allow wifi in all guestrooms. We are currently in the midst of a further upgrade to improve the speed and experience further. You might also like to know that wireless internet access is complimentary to all Fairmont President’s Club members. Simply log on to www.fairmont.com/fpc and register to enjoy this and a host of other benefits.

Thank you for choosing Fairmont Singapore!

Warm regards,
Brian Tan
Director of Quality
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7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Excellent Hotel, worthy of the Fairmont name”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 3, 2012

Stayed at this hotel in November. Checked in by a nice chinese gentleman(I think his name was Paul but I am not sure) with short hair, he was very patient and polite. He kindly put us in a deluxe room on the 23rd floor which is the executive floor because there were no other rooms that fit our requirements.

The rooms on the executive floor were excellent and had a wow factor when u stepped into the room. The long hallway gives a luxurious and spacious feel to the room. Bathroom was modern and clean. Bed was very comfortable. The rain shower had ample pressure and it was excellent. Spent 20 minutes using the rain shower. Bathtub was huge and basic amenities were provided. One small issue is that the football channel was not in HD and some of the channels were not very clear. Also, I didn't quite comprehend the light switches and had to fiddle a couple of times to get the desired level of lighting I required.

The thing that seperates this hotel from others is its service. At least 2 Fairmont staff held the door for us despite being well ahead of us. I was very impressed by the level of hospitality displayed by some of the Fairmont staff.

Would stay again. Recommended

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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FairmontSingapore, Director of Quality at Fairmont Singapore, responded to this review
December 10, 2012
Dear Guest,

Thank you for choosing Fairmont Singapore!

We appreciate your compliments on the hotel’s bed comfort, great room conditions and amenities. At the same time, your feedback on the light switches and football channels have been noted for follow-up. Our mission is to turn moments into memories for our guests, thus it makes us really happy to know that it is our service that differentiates us from other hotels

We hope to welcome you back again!

Warm regards,
Brian Tan
Director of Quality
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Also Known As:
Fairmont Singapore Hotel
Fairmont Singapore Hotel Singapore
Raffles Plaza
Raffles Plaza Singapore
Singapore Fairmont
Fairmont Singapore
Address: 80 Bras Basah Rd, Singapore 189560, Singapore
Region: Singapore > Singapore
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Kids Activities Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#8 Romantic Hotels in Singapore
#10 Family Hotels in Singapore
#14 Luxury Hotels in Singapore
#19 Business Hotels in Singapore
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Fairmont Singapore hotel is ideally situated at the crossroads of Singapore's business, cultural, entertainment and shopping districts. It offers 769 luxurious guestrooms and suites, a collection of 16 distinctive restaurants and bars and 70,000 square feet of prime meeting space - all supported by our Singapore hotel's award-winning service teams.In addition, guests of Fairmont Singapore have access to the Willow Stream Spa, one of the largest spa facilities in Asia, offering the best in spa and fitness services. ... more   less 
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