3 Best Hotels in Civic District, Singapore

In an effort to pay tribute to the Peranakan-style townhouses used to form this boutique hotel, its designers left details like the original timber flooring and French-style windows intact. The 79 rooms are split into three categories: the least expensive don’t have windows, but use high ceilings to try to make them feel like urban lofts. There's also a beautiful rooftop infinity pool with views across the city, and proven sustainability efforts to eliminate single-plastics.

Raffles City, Chijmes, the arts and cultural district, the convention and business areas, and major public transportation are all near this understated, contemporary hotel, where the marble lobby is dotted with modern artwork, and the lounges are perfect spots for sipping afternoon tea. The nicest and newest rooms are in the Premier Wing, which is also home to the hotel's Club Lounge.

With its mix of colonial and modern architecture, this hotel retains its 1930s-era charm; the rooms are styled with warm, bright colors, and the retro bathroom tiles reflect shades of days gone by. The lobby and courtyard are peaceful places with plenty of sunlight. You can wine and dine at the Straits Café, which has an Asian buffet. High tea is served on Saturday, and the Sunday brunch is popular.