Raffles Hotel
A world famous heritage hotel and an icon of colonial luxury. Raffles Hotel was founded by the Sarkies brothers, who were Armenian hoteliers, in 1887. They named the hotel after Sir Stamford Raffles, the founder of modern Singapore. Initially, it started as a modest 10-room hotel located on Beach Road, quickly gaining popularity among wealthy travelers due to its luxurious accommodations and high standards of service.
Location
Raffles Hotel is located at 1 Beach Road in the Civic District, near the Raffles City area and the Singapore River.
Plan a Visit
Experience Raffles Hotel's historic public spaces, dining and boutique shops. For reservations and tours, contact the hotel directly or view our guided heritage walks.
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