Hotels in Sentosa Island

Have a tropical holiday in this gem of Singapore, Sentosa Island. The island that rich with attractions, luxurious accommodations, and pristine beaches should be on your holiday’s bucket list. The experience it offers is spectacular!

Just so you know, Sentosa Island used to be the British military fortress. It got back to Singapore’s hand after the end of World War II, started to be called “Sentosa” that means peace and tranquility.

Now that it has well-developed, it’s time to explore Sentosa Island!

Famous Destinations in Sentosa Island

Here’s the top 3 of famous destinations in Sentosa Island:

• Universal Studios Singapore

This fun theme park is already well known to the whole world. Get a pleasant day with your best friends and family in Universal Studios Singapore, a colorful theme park full of thrilling rides, attractions, and entertainment based on famous movies and TV shows. Spare one whole day just to spend it here because it’s going to be a full day of excitement!

• S.E.A Aquarium

S.E.A Aquarium can be entertaining and educating at the same time. Experience ‘living underwater’ by visiting this great attraction in Sentosa Island. Those large aquariums inside allow you to see marine life in various ecosystems. As one of the largest aquariums in the world, get ready to be mesmerized by the majestic fishes that swim towards you. The interactive program will make your visit more interesting. 

• Adventure Cove Waterpark

Sentosa Island is full of family friendly places including this one. Adventure Cove Waterpark offers new experiences through thrilling water rides, high slides, and more. There’s always a ride for everyone here, from the kids-friendly rides to the thrilling ones that are only suitable for adrenaline junkies. Here, you can also do snorkeling and witness the tropical reef environment.

The Public Transportations in Sentosa Island

Sentosa Island is well-connected to mainland Singapore via various transportation options, hence there would be no reason like “hard to access” when it comes to Sentosa Island.

Here’s your options:

• Sentosa Express is a monorail system that connects Sentosa Island to VivoCity Mall, located on the mainland. It stops at three stations within Sentosa: Sentosa Station, Waterfront Station, and Imbiah Station.
• Sentosa Boardwalk is a scenic walkway connecting VivoCity Mall to Sentosa Island. Visitors can walk or use a travelator to reach the island while enjoying views of the harbor.
• The Singapore Cable Car provides a scenic aerial route to Sentosa Island from Mount Faber or HarbourFront. It offers panoramic views of the city skyline and Sentosa’s attractions, which will be more interesting to you.
• Buses operated by SBS Transit and SMRT serve various points in Sentosa Island, providing convenient access to different attractions and facilities.
• Online Taxis are also available for transportation to and from Sentosa Island. It’s even an easier option when you don’t know anything about routes.

Best Areas to Stay in Sentosa Island

The whole Sentosa Island is the best area to stay when you’re having your holiday here. To decide which one is the best will depend on your budget and interest. But of course, there are some considerations too. You can choose to stay in Resorts World Sentosa, an integrated complex that has easy access to famous attractions like Universal Studios Singapore and S.E.A Aquarium. Also the hotels inside are the luxurious ones.

Other than that would be to choose the best hotel near Palawan Beach, Imbiah Lookout, or Siloso Beach. Those three places are also surrounded by plenty of touristy attractions.

Budget-Friendly Hotels in Sentosa Island

1. Harbour Ville Hotel

This boutique hotel is not only close to Sentosa Island’s main attractions, but also to some of the famous areas in Singapore, like Chinatown and Raffles City. Comes with affordable rate, the rooms here are equipped with comfy bed, complimentary WiFi, coffee and tea maker, bathroom with complete amenities, and air conditioning. Simplicity applied in every corner of the room, and from some rooms, you can enjoy the view of the surroundings.

2. Travelodge Harbourfront

Travelodge Harbourfront is considered as a budget-friendly hotel near Sentosa Island. The rooms are neat and stylish, come with a complete in-room facilities for your most comfort. Have a relaxing time by swimming at the outdoor pool and enjoy breakfast every morning in their in-house restaurant.

Recommended Family-Friendly Hotels in Sentosa Island

1. Capella Singapore

Aside from being rich with luxurious accommodations, from rooms to manors, Capella Singapore is also rich with some family activities to join during your stay. Nestled in a historical building with strong traditional architecture, your stay here with the whole family will always be fixed in mind.

Join the Little Stars experience that allows your children to enter some fun workshops, like cooking or doing scavenger hunt. In the morning, you can have breakfast together while spotting some peacocks. Then, you can take them swimming!

2. Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa

Staying in Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa would be so memorable for your kids. Plenty of facilities make the hotel’s considered as one of the best family friendly hotels in Sentosa.

There’s an outdoor playground called Nestopia which has very unique slides. The Cool Zone is an area full of children activities, like arts and crafts. The last one is the children’s swimming pool that decorated so fun with a monkey on the top. There’s water slides and splash pad to make the water play even more fun!

Some Recommendations for Holiday Stay in Sentosa Island

1. W Singapore - Sentosa Cove

Experience the lavish stay in W Singapore - Sentosa Cove. The ambience of this hotel is so sophisticated. Check out their facilities, including the outdoor swimming pool called Wet Deck and the gym called FIT. Explore the best treatments offered from its spa, AWAY® Spa, for a refreshing me-time.

2. Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa

What you’ll have in Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa will be so satisfying. The luxurious rooms with even more luxurious bathrooms are ready to welcome you to your unforgettable stay in Sentosa Island. From rooms and villas, everything you need are here. With facilities like swimming pool, fitness centre and numerous hotel’s activities and restaurants & bars, every seconds spent here are beyond enjoyable.

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