Hotels near Orchard Road

In a city famed for its dedication to the pleasures of retail extravagance, buzzing Orchard Road undoubtedly sits at the pinnacle. Nowhere else is Singapore's love affair with luxury shopping more apparent than on this 1-mile stretch of malls and retail precincts. Running from Scotts Road to Bras Basah Road, here you'll also find leisure and cinema complexes, galleries, and museums, as well as sculpted gardens and a park. So even when you're all shopped out, there's plenty still to do on Orchard Road.

Hotels in Orchard Road

If you're looking to complement your luxury shopping plans with luxury accommodation in Orchard Road, this is a district with choice. In the east, overlooking the beautiful tropical gardens of Fort Canning Park, is the 5-star Hotel Fort Canning. This grand, colonial-style residence gets top reviews for its wonderful setting and first-class service. At the other end of the Road, opposite the Paragon Shopping Centre, is the modern 5-star Grand Park Orchard hotel. This is well-regarded for its great location and wonderful outdoor pool. A number of Orchard Road hotels are to be found away from the bustle of the main street—the Hotel Jen Tanglin is a popular example.

Things to see in Orchard Road

There's plenty more to do here than just dipping in and out of Orchard Road's malls. Fort Canning Park, at the east end of the Road, is home to lush tropical gardens, ancient ruins, and an art center, all set amid immaculate lawns. The Park also preserves the Battle Box, a former British fort that stood here until independence. A museum explains its role in the Second World War, when it was used by both the British and Japanese. There is another museum on the edge of the Park— the National Museum of Singapore. It houses a permanent multimedia exhibition on Singapore's history. Then there's the famed Istana Park. It serves as an entrance to the President's official residence. A changing of the guard ceremony takes place here, and it is also home to the 80-foot high Festival Arch, which rises evocatively from a reflecting pool.

Good for Shoppers

Thanks to its large malls and high-end stores, Orchard Road is a real draw for those coming to Singapore for a spot of retail therapy. There's plenty for shoppers to indulge in here. There's the Paragon Mall, with its exclusive boutiques. Ngee Ann City is great for designer labels and jewelry. The malls also offer up a dazzling array of dining options, when you're flagging and in need of a recharge. The accommodation in Orchard Road is naturally shopping-friendly too, with many hotels integrated into the malls themselves. And when you're ready to relax post-shop, you can choose between hotel bar, spa, or pool.

How to get to Orchard Road

Orchard Road lies right in the center of Singapore, but is easily reached from Changi Airport. A bus service runs from here every 12 minutes, and takes less than an hour to reach Orchard Road. You can also get a taxi from the airport. Once you're at your hotel, Orchard Road is well-served by the NS line of the city's MRT (Mass Rapid Transport) network, as well as by buses. Most locations along the road are walkable, making travel in Orchard Road a pleasure—as long as you've got someone to carry your bags.