Hopping on the popularity of the mega hit film Crazy Rich Asians, you can bet that Singapore will rise onto the best places to visit in the next year. And rightly so, with or without the flick’s incredible influence. Singapore is a city of wonders, both for the eyes and the stomach — incredible architecture and design make it a modern wonder, and the food is some of the most exciting and adventurous you could eat. It’s also a mecca for shopping and the super rich with hot spots like Marina Bay Sands, Supertree Grove and the cities famous Hawker Centres. With a little help from Hotels.com (they actually found that Singapore was ranked the 38th most popular international destination for Canadians on the latest Hotel Price Index™), we rounded up some of the best places to check into for that swanky feel, minus the huge bill at check out.
Best Boutique
Hotel Fort Canning, 5-star
If you want to feel like you’re attending the ‘Wedding of the Century’, this palace-like property will definitely do the trick, especially since it is within Fort Canning Park, where Colin and Araminta’s wedding reception is held in the book.
*Prices from $264 CAD per night
Best Business
PARKROYAL on Pickering, 5-star
Pretend you’re invited to Araminta’s island bachelorette party at this luxury hotel-in-a-garden concept. With a full-service spa, outdoor pool, and walking distance to the famous Raffles Place you’ll have everything you need to play Crazy Rich without the price tag.
*Prices from $278 CAD per night
Best Luxury
The Vagabond Club, 5-star
This opulent vintage Art Deco building in the heart of Singapore’s Central Heritage District, is a ideal spot to possibly brush shoulders with some of Singapore’s richest people… and you can just pretend that the fictional characters of Crazy Rich Asians might also be at the bar too.
*Prices from $263 per night
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