Not to be confused with its more contemporary waterside sibling, The Fullerton Bay Hotel, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore – a neoclassical landmark – is often considered a more affordable option for those who desire the old-school glamour of Raffles, but without the modern day price tag. The 400-room heritage hotel – once home to Singapore’s General Post Office and the prestigious Singapore Club – is located in the heart of the financial district and offers elegant accommodation with views of Marina Bay or the river promenade. Dining, whether it be yum cha at Jade or afternoon tea at The Courtyard, is a highlight, but so too are the range of curated Fullerton Experiences, which run the gamut from vintage sidecar tours to scent-making workshops. fullertonhotels.com/fullerton-hotel-singapore

Is it a luxury hotel or a museum? The lines are blurred at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, which is not only home to 608 suites with Marina Bay or Kallang River Precinct views, but a 4,200-piece art collection – a majority of which were commissioned for the property. Here, indulgence is the name of the game; enjoy Cantonese cuisine at Michelin-starred Summer Pavilion, knock back a cocktail at Republic (voted one of the best bars in Asia), take an art tour, and yield to the soothing touch of a therapist at The Ritz-Carlton Sap, one of the first La Mer hotel partner spas in Asia. Even the kids are taken care of, with night safari adventures available for little ones. ritzcarlton.com

If Raffles is iconic and The Ritz-Carlton refined, then Andaz Singapore is sexy, lively and a whole lot of fun. Located at the colourful crossroads of the Little India, Kampong Glam and Bras Basah Bugis districts, this boutique hotel captures the essence of the vibrant laneways which surround the property. Expect 342 contemporary rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, that all-important infinity pool with a view and a sea of colour-saturated artworks dotted around the building, but also multiple dining options which include Alley on 25. It’s an all-day dining venue that embraces the Singaporean street food experience by offering seven ‘shop houses’ across the floor. hyatt.com/andaz/sinaz-andaz-singapore

The newest addition to Singapore’s fabulous accommodation offerings is Mondrian Singapore Duxton. Just opened, this hotel is all about glamour and does not shy away from drama. Think contemporary suites with high ceilings and sweeping city views, a rooftop pool bar inspired by 1970s Hollywood, playful art and pop-culture furniture. Check us in. book.ennismore.com

If you don’t take a photo in Marina Bay Sands’ now iconic infinity pool floating across three towers some 200 metres above the ground, are you even in Singapore? Since the Moshe-Safdie-designed building opened in 2010, it has drawn crowds from around the globe keen to frolic in the property’s aptly-titled SkyPark, flex the plastic on designer brands at The Shoppes, and dine at over 45 in-house restaurants. Highlights? A steak at Michelin-starred CUT by Wolfgang Puck, Oysters Vanderbilt at DB Bistro & Oyster Bay by Daniel Boulud and an 18-course Omakase meal by Tetsuya Wakuda at Wakuda Restaurant & Bar. Currently undergoing a facelift, Marina Bay Sands recently unveiled its new-look rooms and suites to great acclaim. marinabaysands.com

Tucked into the southern edge of Sentosa Island overlooking Tanjong Beach, Sofitel Singapore Resort & Spa is the property which offers the best of both worlds: a tropical beachside stay in a palatial spread, with all the trimmings of Singapore’s vibrant cityscape mere moments away. Set against a lush, green backdrop teeming with resident peacocks, guests here can enjoy a stay in a room, suite or villa designed to capture a wholly Parisian atmosphere. This, all while enjoying direct access to an award-winning golf course, the famous Sunday Brunch at Kwee Zeen (arrive hungry) and the 33-metre black pearlescent pool. Customised retreats and experiences for kids and fur-kids are also available. sofitel-singapore-sentosa.com

The jewel in the crown of Singapore’s luxury hotels, the iconic Raffles has been wowing guests since it opened in 1887, catering to a crowd that included the likes of Elizabeth Taylor, Charlie Chaplin and Ava Gardner. Reopened in 2019 after a two-year renovation, the property’s suite count has increased to 115 with new suite categories added, while the restaurant line-up now includes three-Michelin star chef Anne-Sophie Pic’s La Dame de Pic, Alain Ducasse’s Osteria BBR, and what is surely the highlight of the property’s dining experiences, yi by Jereme Leung. Happily, some of the most revered aspects of Raffles – sinking a Singapore Sling at Long Bar, afternoon tea service in the Grand Lobby and, for those staying in-house, the services of the Bath Butler, remain untouched. raffles.com/singapore