Sofitel Singapore City Centre will open its doors in October and will be the group’s landmark 800th hotel in Asia Pacific. Nestled amid historic shop houses and towering skyscrapers, the 223-room hotel is elegantly designed, reflecting Singapore’s rich cultural heritage with undeniable French flair.
“The unveiling of Sofitel Singapore City Centre marks an important milestone for AccorHotels as we continue to strengthen our presence in the region,” says Michael Issenberg, chairman & CEO of AccorHotels Asia Pacific. “I am pleased to announce that this flagship hotel is our 800th property in Asia-Pacific and opens at a time when we are focused on strengthening our luxury credentials globally.”
At the heart of historic Tanjong Pagar, the hotel is situated just 20 minutes from Singapore’s Changi Airport. It will be AccorHotels’ 13th hotel in Singapore and will be shortly followed by a combined 782-room Novotel and Mercure complex which will open on Stevens Road, firmly cementing the group’s position as the largest hotel operator in Singapore.
Guests entering Sofitel Singapore City Centre are welcomed by the shimmering Singapour Je T’aime, a nine-metre chandelier designed by Lasvit. This art installation of glass leaves comprises 700 hand-blown glass crystals.
Sofitel’s commitment to culture and design is brought to life with an outstanding collection of custom-made furniture and artworks including designer uniforms accentuated with floral prints, evoking the botanic theme that runs throughout the hotel.
The hotel’s interiors juxtapose rose gold accents with design features and botanical motifs, inspired by the sublime geometry of a traditional jardin à la française and the rich green spaces of Singapore, also known as the Garden City.
Guests may choose from 223 rooms and suites featuring floor-to-ceiling windows; complimentary mini-bars serviced by the hotel’s very own droid butler, Sophie The Robot; Sofitel’s luxurious MyBed; a Handy Phone which provides access to free local and international calls to 10 countries and Wi-Fi on the go; Smart TVs and Bose Sound systems; large soaking tubs with separate rain showers and Lanvin or Hermès amenities.
Sofitel Singapore City Centre offers several dining outlets including Racines, helmed by executive chef Jean-Charles Dubois, which will offer both French and Chinese cuisines prepared by two culinary brigades across four open kitchens for an interactive culinary experience.
Following the tradition of barrel-aged cocktail-making and the simple sophistication of martinis, 1864 (homage to the foundation year of Tanjong Pagar’s docking industry) aims to provide the perfect after-work vibe. This bar will also be the home for the ritual of Champagne sabering. Guests can enjoy Sofitel’s signature afternoon Hi-Tea and gourmet bites and tapas throughout the day.
Guests of Luxury Club Rooms and Suites will enjoy the services of Club Millésime, including breakfast, evening cocktails and canapés, a library, intimate meeting spaces and a butler service.
Sofitel Singapore City Centre will offer over 1850 square metres of meeting spaces across 10 flexible venues including the 600-square-metre Wallich Ballroom. The hotel has partnered with Imperial Treasure to provide premium wedding and banqueting menus.
In addition to its own SoFit gym, Club floor guests can access to the adjacent Virgin Active Fitness Club – Tanjong Pagar which will offer a range of wellness programmes. A specially designed In-Room Fitness Kit, complemented by a series of workout videos, is available in all rooms and guests can also enjoy the 30-metre infinity pool and lawn for rejuvenating morning yoga. Guests looking for a holistic spa experience will be pampered at SoSpa located at Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa.
To celebrate the opening of Sofitel’s flagship property in Singapore, the hotel is offering a special opening rate of $800++ per room for two nights, in commemoration of Sofitel Singapore City Centre being the 800th Accor Hotel in Asia Pacific.
