Singapore Meritus Mandarin Hotel

June 2006

 
The Meritus Mandarin, flagship property of the small Singapore based Meritus group, has an excellent location on Orchard Road, very close the the very epicenter of Singapore's famed shopping paradise. For the stay described here, I had a room on one of the executive 'club' floors of the hotel. Rooms on this floor are supposed to be a bit nicer than standard rooms, and also have access to a lounge room on one of the club floors.

The hotel consists of two towers, roughly the same size and shape. The large main lobby faces Orchard Road, and the lower floors of the hotel also contain a large shopping arcade.

Our room on the 31^st club floor was spacious, and had a fantastic view of Orchard Road and beyond. The king-sized bed was very comfortable, with large firm pillows, just the way I like. The large bathroom had separate tub and shower stall. The shower had multiple nozzles, which I've never seen in hotels before. Very nice.

Hotel Facilities include several food outlets, including a top floor Chinese restaurant; a large fitness center, swimming pool, tennis and squash courts. The executive club floors have a private lounge with meeting rooms, newspapers and food.

Rooms feature air conditioning, mini-bar, internet access (extra charge), color television with most major international channels, combination safe, iron and hair dryer.

Pluses: Very good location for business and shopping. Club floor rooms quite spacious, with excellent and attentive service.

Minuses: I can't think of any.

Rooms at the Meritus Mandarin may be booked through the link below:

Pan Pacific Orchard Hotel

This Singapore accommodation is a favorite for business and pleasure travelers. The Pan Pacific Orchard is located in the central business district, close to the Orchard Road belt. Onsite are two restaurants serving authentic Chinese cuisine, a mineral water pool with NASA technology, gym, steam bath, spa, Jacuzzi, and in-house lounge with amazing entertainers. Guests driving to the Pan Pacific Orchard can use the onsite parking or if needed, public transportation is only 20 minutes from the property. All of the 206 rooms and suites at the Pan Pacific Orchard are tastefully designed with rich paneled walls, Oriental accents, and a unique sophistication. Amenities include Internet access, television, plush bedding, private baths, and room entry with a key card for security. The Pan Pacific Orchard is a five-star business accommodation formerly known as the Negara on Claymore. The service is personalized and the design amazing with soft beige and brown tones, clean lines, and 21st century glamor. Services include a 24-hour on-call doctor, early cleaning service, laundry, and valet.

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