Dinogo Readers' Top 5 Hotel Picks in Singapore for 2024

Though smaller than Rhode Island, Singapore sits at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula and is recognized as one of the world’s most advanced nations, showcasing a vibrant mix of Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Eurasian cultures. It also boasts a lively art scene and must-try street food. Discover the city through its impressive selection of luxury accommodations, as selected by Dinogo readers.

Understanding the Voting Process

Annually, for our World's Best Awards survey, T+L invites readers to share their travel experiences from around the globe—ranking the finest hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise lines, spas, airlines, and more. In 2024, over 186,000 T+L readers participated in the survey, casting more than 700,000 votes across 8,700 properties (including hotels, cities, cruise lines, etc.).

Hotels were categorized as resort hotels, city hotels, inns, or safari lodges based on their location and amenities, and were evaluated according to the criteria outlined below:

Room quality and amenities
Location
Customer service
Culinary offerings
Overall value

Respondents could rate each aspect as excellent, above average, average, below average, or poor. The final scores reflect the average of these ratings.

Highlights from Readers

T+L readers enthusiastically shared their favorite hotels in Singapore, which has leveraged its position as a gateway to Asia with one of the world’s most captivating airports and a wide range of luxury resorts that entice travelers to linger. Strong sentiments were directed towards the iconic 1887 Raffles Singapore (No. 3), renowned for the Singapore Sling and its “exceptional” dining, as described by one reviewer. Another stated it was “in a league of its own.” It was narrowly surpassed by the contemporary Andaz Singapore (No. 2), located in the trendy Kampong Glam area and featuring a stunning infinity pool with skyline views. Continue reading to discover how both were ultimately outshined by the reader's top choice, Capella Singapore.

The Champion

Capella Singapore

Georg Roske/Provided by Capella Singapore

Crowned as the top hotel of 2023, Capella Singapore remains a favorite among our readers. Nestled on the lush Sentosa Island, this 30-acre resort enchants both traditionalists with its two 19th-century colonial mansions and modernists with its flowing Foster + Partners expansion that wraps around a rainforest and features three swimming pools. The property combines historic and contemporary sections, offering 112 rooms, many with breathtaking ocean views, along with a biophilic spa that tailors treatments to the lunar phases. Before deciding between the Cantonese and Italian dining options, enjoy a sunset toast with cocktails at Bob’s Bar, which overlooks the Singapore Strait. Readers praised the hotel's culinary offerings, exceptional service, and commitment to nature, with one guest declaring, “The best resort or hotel I have ever experienced.”