When international travel is off the cards, the next best thing is a night or two at one of these family-friendly resorts and hotels in Singapore. Staycation mode: ON!
We’ve gotta admit, we’re devastated that travel plans over the past year have been shelved. Social distancing as a parent has been hard, and occasionally, it takes its toll, especially for those of us still working from home. We need a break! But the good news amidst the doom-and-gloom of Coronavirus? Now that lockdown is over, we can pack our bags for a family-friendly staycation in Singapore with the kids in tow!
Oh yes, there are tons of family-friendly hotels in Singapore now open and ready for your next staycation. Here’s a look at our faves so far, complete with special deals and all the kid-friendly features (kid’s clubs!) you need. But do check back regularly. We’ll update whenever we find another fam-friendly pick you need on your weekend away radar!
The best family-friendly hotels in Singapore for a staycation
1. Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore
Smack in the middle of Orchard Road sits Singapore’s own Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore. It’s way more than a city centre hotel for bag dumping and sleeping. It’s got heaps of family-friendly facilities that will have you booking your staycations, pronto. The entire ninth floor of one wing is solely dedicated to families, with its own Family Concierge. The hotel is also home to five themed family suites and 19 deluxe family rooms. Yep, everyone can move around the room comfortably without stepping on each others’ toes!
The suites are themed around safari, treetop, castle, underwater and space – your munchkins will definitely love the excitement of staying here! Other facilities in the suites include heaps of storage space (seriously, kids come with so much stuff!), a deep vanity sink which can be used to bathe bubba and space for changing diapers. There’s also a pantry with an induction heater, sink and large fridge. Yep, this Singapore hotel has made it super easy for families!
The best bit about Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore? buds! buds by Shangri-La is a giant outdoor and indoor play area with plenty of different activities to keep kiddos of all ages occupied. There are themed activity areas for little ones to get stuck in: Muddy for budding artists, Stage for young performers and Bake, a fully equipped cooking studio. Got a tot under four? They’ll have a blast at the specially designed Toddler Zone. It’s packed with swings, slides, a Big-esque piano floor, sensory walls, a ball pit and heaps more! Book Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore’s Fun Family Placation for a world of family fun!
Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore, 22 Orange Grove Road, Singapore 258350
2. D’Resort @ Downtown East
We recently packed up the kids and headed to Singapore’s first integrated water resort and all-round eco-friendly staycation pick, D’Resort @ Downtown East. We plumped for an Underwater Themed Room (Rainforest Family). Not only was it a good size for our fam of five, but it had some nice touches for the younger kids. They loved the themed bunk beds and decor, plus a treasure chest filled with goodies! Add in the neighbouring Wild Wild Wet water park, easy access to the beach and surrounding nature areas, and you’ve got yourself a weekend winner. Who knew Singapore hotels could feel like such a holiday?!
D’Resort @ Downtown East, 1 Pasir Ris Close, 519599
3. Marina Bay Sands
Let’s be honest, we all want staycations at Marina Bay Sands. We’re seriously coveting a weekend break in one of the most iconic of Singapore hotels! Family rooms for two adults and two kids have plenty of space for your gang to get a great slumber (one king bed and two singles). We also love that it has a sofa: hello, movie night! Don’t forget to catch the nightly light show on the marina, check out the neighbouring ArtScience Museum, and hop across the bridge to Gardens by the Bay. Also: THAT infinity pool.
Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
4. Intercontinental Singapore
The Family Suites at Intercontinental Singapore are a dreamland for kids. The rooms feature a king-size bed (for mum and dad) connected to an interactive room complete with two custom-designed bunk banks and slide (yes, slide!). That’s not all – check out the mini activity desk, teepee, as well as lots of fun crawling spaces for good measure. If you can tear the munchkins away from this absolute pad, then you’re also slap bang in the middle of town with plenty of indoor play options, fam-friendly dining delights, and tourist hotspots to explore.
Intercontinental Singapore, 80 Middle Rd, Singapore 188966
5. Village Hotel Bugis
With the cool ‘hoods of Haji Lane, Arab Street and Kampong Glam right on the doorstep, Village Hotel Bugis makes for a perfect staycation. Why? Well, for starters, it’s right in the heart of one of our favourite heritage areas! Once you’ve booked into your spacious family room (because Village Hotel Bugis gets that kids need space!), why not fill up at the award-winning Hainanese restaurant, Mooi Chin Place? Then head out for cultural adventures galore within a stone’s throw of the lobby.
This really is THE Singapore hotel for urban explorers – the location is spot-on for families. Once you’ve discovered all the fun in the area, bring back tired kids for a dip in the pool. Don’t forget your mum reads: let dad do the parenting, we say! Then it’ll be time to wind up your perfect day with a delish dinner in the hotel’s Landmark Restaurant. There’ll still be some time before bed for an awesome bathtub session for the kiddos before you tuck the little darlings up for sweet slumber. Staycations bliss. Our advice? Book direct with the hotel for the lowest rates.
Village Hotel Bugis, 390 Victoria St, Singapore 188061
6. The Fullerton Hotel Singapore
The Fullerton Hotel Singapore has a whole lot of history (dating back to 1928) and wins in the beauty stakes. Add the prime location, close to Marina Bay, and you’ve got a contender for a perfect family staycation. We love the kid-appealing perks on offer here too. From packs on arrival, through to a daily ice cream pass, yum! Children’s menus are also available in all nine restaurants, making dinners a breeze. With Merlion Park a stone’s throw away (and THAT view), not to mention ArtScience Museum and Gardens by the Bay an easy stroll, there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained during a Singapore staycay.
The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, 1 Fullerton Square, Singapore 049178
7. Orchard Rendezvous Hotel
Now this is one of the Singapore hotels we’re fully on board with when considering staycations: The Orchard Rendezvous Hotel. Splurge in Singapore’s fabulous shopping district, dive into kid-friendly eateries then head here for an overnight stay. Orchard Rendezvous Hotel is THE perfect place for a night or two of rest and relaxation after a jam-packed day of adventure. As relaxing as it can be with kids anyway! Our pick? Book a Family Room, which comes with two types of bedding configurations (one king bed + one single bed, or one king bed + one bunk bed), or plump for an even more spacious Family Suite (one king bed + two single beds + a separate dining area). Either way, there’s plenty of space to stretch out (and stash all those shopping bags!).
Rooms also come with a balcony: perfect for unwinding on after the kiddos are tuckered out asleep. Make sure you check out the outdoor swimming pool to cool off in after a day of exploration, plus the in-house restaurants. They serve up Chinese, Western and Japanese fare, while the decadent club lounge has recently had a spiffy overhaul. What are you waiting for? This is a staycation the whole family will definitely thank you for booking!
Orchard Rendezvous Hotel, 1 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247905
8. Capella Hotel
Decadence is what you’ll find on the menu at the beautiful Capella Singapore. With its spacious suites, amazing views, resident peacocks and outdoor pools set among lush greenery, this Singapore hotel is one of the best we’ve stayed in. The top-notch spa and the mouthwatering breakfasts help too (Champagne with your breakfast? Totally yes!). Our advice? If you can, ditch the kids and soak this one up all for yourself (we did!). If you do decide to bring the small humans, look out for a Stay and Play package for families. It’ll include daily breakfast, tickets for Universal Studios Singapore (up to two adults and two kids) and evening movie with popcorn for one night.
Capella Hotel, 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, 098297
9. Ritz-Carlton
Kids bugging you for a camping trip? The real deal may be off the cards right now, but the good news is you can get the vibe in this Singapore hotel! With the Ritz Kids Night Safari Adventures, the fun of the outdoors is brought indoors, with tents pitched inside a Premier Suite. The best bit? No insects to deal with: hurrah! The deal also includes daily breakfast for two adults and two kids, a specially prepared edible amenity, passport and discovery map (Ritz Kids can redeem a scoop of ice-cream at Colony after obtaining five stamps) and a Ritz Kids birthday cake surprise (for birthdays within the stay duration). Book up quick though, folks – the safari is heading back to the savannah at the end of December when the offer ends.
Ritz-Carlton, 7 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039799
10. Festive Hotel
We’ve long waxed lyrical about how much fun we have on a day out around Sentosa. Staying the night is the icing on the cake when it comes to a family staycations adventure close to home. And the Festive Hotel ticks all the boxes for a kid-friendly stay. Check out the Deluxe Family King Room complete with colourful loft beds and sofa beds for the smaller guests. Relaxing poolside in a cabana while the kids make use of the pool and water play area sounds just the ticket to us after a busy day. Did we mention there’s also babysitting…
Festive Hotel, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
11. Pan Pacific
Take the fam out for some fun over the upcoming school holidays. Pan Pacific has got a family suite complete with a kiddo’s tent (teepee) and amenities to keep them entertained, all packed in a mini suitcase. Beat the heat with a dip in the hotel pool (and borrow the hotel’s floats!) or spend the afternoon browsing Suntec City, Marina Square or Millenia Walk next door. Let the munchkins end the day with a relaxing soak in the bathtub, complete with toys, pint-sized bathrobes and bedroom slippers.
Pan Pacific, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, Singapore 039595
12. Gallop Kranji Farm Resort
Fancy some fun on the farm? Enjoy a break in the countryside with a staycay at Gallop Kranji Farm Resort. And let’s just pop this here from the get-go: there’s a spa! So while you head off for a well-earned facial, pack the kids off with Dad to ride a pony, feed the koi, work off some energy in the indoor play area and then cool off in the water theme playground. Meet up later for the fish farm tour, and then learn about the birds responsible for the Asian delicacy, bird’s nest soup – not your average staycations experience! Accommodation is villa-style and spot-on for families – take a look at a Family Suite, which comes complete with steam room, jacuzzi, four queen-sized beds and breakfast. Not got anyone to look after your dogs while you are away? Bring them with you! Accommodation is pet-friendly, as is the onsite Ulu Ulu Pets Cafe.
Gallop Kranji Farm Resort, 10 Neo Tiew Lane 2, Singapore 718813
13. Village Hotel Changi
With a day trip to Pulau Ubin just a hop, skip and a jump across the water, why not head out of the city? Over on the Changi coast, you can enjoy an easy breezy getaway at Village Hotel Changi. Not only does this affordable hotel in Singapore boast a rooftop infinity pool, but the newly refurbished Deluxe Rooms come with a view of the coastline AND non-stop plane spotting ops for the kids. This is also a great pick if you fancy searching for Singapore’s wildest residents: otters, boars, hornbills and even the odd croc have been spotted in the area!
Village Hotel Changi, 1 Netheravon Road Singapore 508502
14. Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa
For a bonafide holiday feel, a getaway to the Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa on Siloso Beach definitely gives us the vacay vibes! It’s non-stop fun at this off-the-scale fam-friendly Singapore hotel. Think: water slides, swimming pools, kids’ club, playgrounds and even a giant treehouse slide! Hard-to-please teens can keep busy with watersports and the Game Zone, while younger tots will be in sandcastle heaven on the huge expanse of sandy beach.
Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa, 101 Siloso Road, Sentosa, Singapore 098970
15. Ascott Orchard Singapore
Although staying in a luxury hotel can be amazing, sometimes we need to be practical too – especially when travelling with bubs and toddlers. Ascott Orchard Singapore has the best of both worlds: high spec, yet all the essentials you’ll need, such as a well-equipped kitchen. Plus, there’s a separate lounge area, perfect when you want to put the littlies to bed but don’t fancy sitting in the dark from 7pm (we’ve been there). If you do want to dine out, kid-favourite Kith is just downstairs. Ascott Orchard Singapore is also super convenient, just a hop, skip, and jump from all the action on Orchard Road.
Ascott Orchard Singapore, 11 Cairnhill Road, Singapore 229724
16. Furama Riverfront
A whimsical adventure is the name of the staycations game when it comes to the themed and family Rooms at Furama Riverfront. Each room comes with snazzy bunk beds and is decked out in either a pirate, underwater or castle theme. And the in-room XBOX games console seals the deal! The rest of the hotel loves kids, too – a huge playroom, swimming pools with inflatables and a play area at The Square restaurant will all be a hit for the whole gang.
Furama Riverfront, 405 Havelock Road Singapore 169633
17. Goodwood Park Hotel
You might miss this beauty of a hotel if you’re not looking for it. Surrounded by lush gardens, yet just a stone’s throw away from all the action of Orchard Road, it ticks all our boxes for the perfect family staycation in Singapore. Their cookies and milk servings with turndown are sure to impress the littlies, and that’s before they’ve seen the complimentary teddy bear on offer (Spiky the Durian mascot teddy bear, no less!). Everyone is well catered for with complimentary breakfast for all, and lunch or dinner at Coffee Lounge is included too. Maybe you won’t make it to Orchard Road after all?!
Goodwood Park Hotel, 22 Scotts Road, Singapore 228221
18. Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium
At the more affordable end of the family staycations scale, Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium often offers special family weekend staycation packages – perfect! Expect cute welcome packs for the kids (our toddler was a tad excited to see the animal-themed bathrobe, colouring-in pack and toothbrush set waiting for her on the bed). Not only that, but there are plenty of in-house activities such as painting sessions, poolside movies under the stars and buffet breakfasts. And of course, Waka Waka, one of our fave indoor play centres, is just across the road. The great cafes of Robertson Quay (think Toby’s Estate and Kith) are also on your doorstep at this Singapore hotel. So, if you fancy a stroll or scoot by the river, this is the place to be.
Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium, 317 Outram Road, Singapore 169075