I like Swissôtel hotels. I always know what to expect and find them to be one of the best compromises between luxury and a relatively decent price.

But I chose Singapore's Swissôtel The Stamford for a different reason: I think it has one of the best views in Singapore!

It lived up to my expectations:

View rates at Swissôtel Stamford

Why did we book Swissôtel and what was the price?

The main reasons were practical:

• part of Accor → you know what to expect
• booking through All.Accor.com (earning points + earning Flyingblue miles + Gold status → better price)
• top central location
• view of Marina Bay Sands

👉 In other words: maximum value for money, plus the "wow effect" of the view.

I chose the room SWISS MARINA BAY on the 47th floor with a balcony and top view. This is one of the highest categories, hence the price was about a quarter higher than other rooms.

For 1 night with breakfast we paid 326 sgd. I had a 20% discount though due to my membership in the All Voyager club.

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We picked the hotel for our 1st night in Singapore - because I love the brand, and also because the view would set us up for the highlight of the trip: a stay at the iconic Marina Bay Sands.

But I'll write about it in a detailed review.

The view - the main reason for the stay

Photos correspond to reality. This is not just an "instagram scam".

• The view from the upper floors is absolutely brutal
• You can see the whole of Marina Bay, including Marina Bay Sands.
• one of the best views in all of Singapore

👉 Paradox: the view ON Marina Bay Sands is often better than the view FROM it.

💡 If the view is important to you, be selective:

• SWISS MARINA BAY room category

Room - classic business luxury standard

Here it is important to set expectations correctly.

• no "wow design"
• no experiential luxury
• but a very solid high-end standard

What to expect

• comfortable bed
• balcony (big bonus)
• work desk (could be a little bigger for my taste)
• nice design, average size of the room (absolutely sufficient for a normal stay)
• capsule coffee machine
• fridge
• umbrella
• safe
• fast Wi-Fi
• quiet air conditioning
• bathrobes, slippers, ironing board and hairdryer
• a nice treat on arrival - chocolate truffles

What you won't find here

• A minibar (however, you can order snacks and drinks directly to your room via Room Service)

Bathroom

• clean, modern, functional
• No weaknesses, but no surprises either
• amenity kit
• drinking water from the tap

👉 Exactly what you expect from Accor's more luxurious brand.

Breakfast - pleasantly above average

I'm familiar with Swissôtel breakfasts and they've never let me down so far. And neither has it here.

• ✅ wide selection of European and Asian cuisine
• ✅ traditional Swiss pastries and other delicacies
• ✅ an above-average selection of sweet food
• ✅ high quality ingredients
• ✅ what pleased me: chicken satay
• ❌ quite a small selection of fruit and vegetables
• ❌ coffee only from the coffee machine (I didn't like it at all)
• ❌ extreme cold in the breakfast restaurant (maximum air conditioning power - sweater to go!)
• ❌ long queue for seating after 9:00 (even more than 15 minutes)

Overall, despite the shortcomings, I rate the breakfast as above average.

Nothing downright original, but the choice is really great breakfast will not bore you even with a long stay.

Hotel services - everything you need

The Swissôtel The Stamford is a classic city business hotel, so there's nothing out of the ordinary in terms of service.

• 🏊 Pool - two circular pools with sun loungers, free towels and a small bar
  • are shared between the Swissôtel and the Fairmont, so it gets pretty crowded
  • 7:00-21:00
• 🏋️‍♂️ Fitness room - large and beautifully modern, but again shared with the Fairmont, it's very crowded
  • 24/7
• ⛲ Spa - Willow Stream Spa with lots of treatments!
  • 6:00-21:00
• 👕 Laundry service - classic. Dirty clothes are left in a bag in your room and will be washed by the next day

Restaurants and bars - the hotel's strong point

One of the things that makes Swissôtel The Stamford a very comfortable choice is the food.

You don't have to worry at all about where to go.

What to expect right at the hotel

• TWF Tea and Stamford Brasserie in the lobby
• Top floor luxury restaurants SKAI and Jaan by Kirk
• several other better restaurants on the lower floors
• SKAI bar with city views
• a combination of hotel dining and casual options

👉 Standard equivalent to a large business hotel in Singapore
👉 Quality is stable, without big fluctuations

Huge bonus: Raffles City

The hotel is directly connected to the Raffles City shopping mall.

And that's a real gamechanger:

• Dozens of other restaurants
• food courts
• cafes and fast food
• shops

👉 In other words: in a few minutes you have a choice that would otherwise mean travelling halfway across the city.

How we did it

• Breakfast at the hotel (included in the price)
• drinks with a view in the evening (we also considered dinner, but ended up eating elsewhere)

Perfect location close to the centre

This is an extreme strength of the hotel.

• Direct connection to the metro
  • City Hallstation
    • Green Line to Changi Airport, downtown
    • Red line to Dhoby Ghaut (change to Sentosa), Orchard Road, Marina Bay, Kranji
  • Esplanadestation
    • Yellow line
• shopping centre right in the building
• pedestrian access to major sites

👉 Reachable:

• to Marina Bay (15 minutes)
• Gardens by the Bay (20 minutes)
• Merlion Park (15 minutes)
• Chinatown (25 minutes)

Practically the perfect base for the whole stay.

Is Swissôtel Stamford worth it?

✅ Yes, if:

• you want a top view at a reasonable price
• you are looking for a quality hotel without extreme prices
• you want an ideal central location
• you want to earn points through All Accor or you want consistent quality and branding

❌ Not likely if:

• you are looking for a unique infinity pool experience
• you want a "wow hotel", not just comfort

💡 Alternative:
Marina Bay Sands - if you want an experience, not just accommodation.

• 🏨 My Marina Bay Sands review

My verdict

Would we go here again?

Yes, why not. If I was looking for a reasonably priced luxury business hotel that I knew what to expect, Swissôtel would be one of my first choices.

• 👉 This isn't about the hotel experience, but at the same time, it's not a run-of-the-mill hotel - the view is simply one of the best in Singapore
• 👉 this is about making a smart decision if I don't want to deal with reviews and ratings - I always know what to expect

Practical tip

Prices vary greatly depending on floor and view.

👉 Higher floor = significantly better experience, but also higher price

Choose the room with the best view

FAQ

Does Swissôtel Stamford have an infinity pool?
No, but it has a classic pool.

Is it better than Marina Bay Sands?
Not for the experience. On price and value, yes.

Which room to choose?
Upper floor with a view of Marina Bay.