Singapore Staycations for the Year End Festive Season 2015
PUBLISHED November 26th, 2015 04:00 am | UPDATED January 19th, 2016 02:23 pm
Can’t celebrate Christmas or New Year’s Eve with an overseas jaunt? Well, Singapore has more than its fair share of places offering the perfect escape this holiday season. From indulgent buffet spreads to fun-filled activities, here are 5 worthy staycation options to get your festive spirit on.
Sleep in Late at The Westin Singapore
After working tirelessly for the entire year, there’s nothing better than taking the time to indulge in some much-needed slumber to pay off that sleep debt. With extended breakfast hours and a check-out timing of 3pm on weekends, guests don’t have to worry about waking up early for breakfast. Fitness buffs will have a ball of a time with the RunWESTIN and New Balance gear-lending programs, while yogis can participate in the complimentary one-hour yoga classes by the Infinity pool from 5pm to 6pm on Saturday and 8am to 9am on Sunday.
The Westin Singapore is located at 12 Marina View, Asia Square Tower 2, Singapore 018961. Tel: +65 6922 6888
Experience Heritage at InterContinental Singapore
While the focus of InterContinental Singapore’s holiday staycation package is on its newly renovated Deluxe Rooms and Premier Suites, the experience is completed by a luscious buffet breakfast at the newly opened Ash & Elm restaurant, while guests can learn more about Singapore’s intricate heritage with visits to nearby attractions in the Bugis/Bras Basah precinct. In addition, guests are entitled to a 20% discount on entrance fees to the National Museum of Singapore’s visiting exhibit, Treasures of the World from the British Museum.
InterContinental Singapore is located at 80 Middle Road, Singapore 188966. Tel: +65 6338 7600
 Orchard Road Lovin’ at Hotel Jen
Singapore’s answer to New York’s SoHo and London’s Oxford Street, Orchard Road is a long-established symbol of the lion city’s meteoric rise to metropolitan status. Positioned right at the heart of it all is Hotel Jen Orchardgateway Singapore – a contemporary 499-room hotel situated at Orchardgateway. As part of Hotel Jen’s first anniversary celebrations, guests will be entitled to room upgrades and breakfasts for just $1 with a minimum booking of 2 nights. Still not convinced? Pay a visit to Hotel Jen’s sexy 47 metre infinity pool and snazzy Club Lounge.
Hotel Jen Orchardgateway Singapore is located at 277 Orchard Road, Singapore 238858. Tel: +65 6708 8888
Experience Nostalgia at The Fullerton Hotel
The enchanting Fullerton Hotel welcomes guests to celebrate the festive season with its Holiday Cheer staycation package this year. On top of complimentary heritage tours around the vicinity of The Fullerton Hotel and The Fullerton Bay Hotel, guests can also expect an excursion to historical neighbourhoods such as Little India and Bugis on an antiquated rickshaw. Modernity comes in the form of a swanky 25-metre outdoor infinity pool that overlooks the Singapore river, while gourmands can satisfy their palates with gastronomic delights from various restaurants at this 5-star hotel.
The Fullerton Hotel is located at 1 Fullerton Square, Singapore 049178. Tel: +65 6733 8388
12 Days of Xmas at Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa
Want a place to bring your little ones this yuletide season? Look no further than the picturesque Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa, where a 12 day program features a barrage of fun-filled activities for the whole family. Starting on 14 December, kids will be able to dress up as magical elves or mini santa’s, as well as customise their very own Christmas tree. Complete your family staycation with a sumptuous buffet dinner on Christmas Eve, and wake up to a pleasant surprise that’ll be waiting at your doorstep the next morning.
Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa is located at 1 Larkhill Road, Sentosa Island, Singapore 099394. Tel: +65 6825 3888
Top Image: View of fireworks from Fullerton Hotel, Singapore
