Overview of Amara Sanctuary Sentosa
Amara Sanctuary Sentosa occupies a set of old military quarters on Sentosa Island, wrapped in tropical gardens. The resort's official website describes the site as originally a British military outpost and says the resort "artfully preserves its historical architecture", so many guests sleep in restored colonial-style buildings rather than a modern tower. Amara Hotels' own group page sums the property up as 140 rooms and suites that "blend vintage colonial charm with modern comforts", with villas, infinity pools and a Glass Pavilion used for intimate events.
Traveloka's listing classifies Amara Sanctuary Sentosa as a 5-star resort at 1 Larkhill Road, Sentosa Island, Singapore 099394, with 140 rooms spread over four floors. The listing records 2007 as the property's built year and 2024 as its most recent renovation, and notes that the resort was previously named Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa, which is useful to know if you come across the older name on maps or in past travel notes. In the lobby, the official site highlights a four-metre-tall "Everfresh Tree", and it also offers a Heritage Trail experience for guests curious about the buildings' past.
The result is a resort that feels quieter and greener than the big integrated developments elsewhere on the island, while still sitting within easy reach of Sentosa's theme parks, beaches and attractions. It suits couples looking for a pool suite, families who want a quad room or a villa, and event planners who need garden venues and meeting space in one place.
Room Types at Amara Sanctuary Sentosa
The official site lists a ladder of rooms, suites and villas, from garden-view rooms up to two-bedroom pool villas. Room names and the exact options on sale can differ slightly on Traveloka's booking page, so compare the room description shown at checkout with the summary below.
Deluxe Room
The entry-level category on the official room list. Each Deluxe Room is about 37 square metres, set in the part of the resort called The Sanctuary, with a king bed or two twin beds for up to two guests. The resort describes it as having a garden view, modern amenities and high-speed internet.
Premier Room with Balcony
Also about 37 square metres, with a king or two twin beds, but with space for up to three guests and a private balcony. The official site says the balcony looks out towards the South China Sea, making this the room to pick if a sea outlook matters more than extra floor space.
Family Quad Room
A 37-square-metre room fitted with one king bed and two single beds for up to four guests. The resort pitches it at small groups or families who want to share one room rather than book two. Traveloka's listing also notes that connecting rooms and family rooms are available at the property, so larger groups can ask about linking rooms.
Verandah Studio
A 64-square-metre studio with a king bed for up to three guests, located in one of the colonial heritage buildings. Its main feature is a private outdoor verandah, and the resort describes it as blending historical character with modern conveniences.
Couple Suite with Pool Access
About 58 square metres with a king bed for up to three guests, set in the Larkhill Terrace wing. As the name suggests, the suite opens directly onto a pool, and the official site positions it as a couples' choice.
Junior Suite
A 63-square-metre suite on the second floor of Larkhill Terrace with a king bed for up to four guests, a cosy living room and a private outdoor verandah. Junior Suite and Couple Suite guests share access to the Larkhill Terrace Pool, which the resort describes as an exclusive infinity pool.
Verandah Suite and Courtyard Suite
The Verandah Suite is about 72 square metres with a king bed for up to four guests and generous living space in a colonial-style heritage building. The Courtyard Suite is larger again, around 96 square metres with a king bed for up to three guests, and comes with a private courtyard and a jacuzzi inside a restored colonial building.
One-Bedroom and Two-Bedroom Pool Villas
The top of the ladder is a pair of villa types, each with its own private pool. The One-Bedroom Pool Villa is about 201 square metres with a king bed for up to four guests, set in landscaped gardens, while the Two-Bedroom Pool Villa is about 230 square metres and sleeps up to six, surrounded by greenery.
On in-room features, Traveloka's facility list for the property includes air conditioning, a desk, TV with cable channels, a hairdryer, bathrobes, a minibar, an in-room safe, a shower, and in some rooms a bathtub or separate shower and tub. These are property-wide entries, so check the individual room description on the listing for the exact features of the category you book. Room voltage is listed as 220.
Facilities and Amenities
The resort's leisure facilities lean towards swimming, wellness and outdoor activity. According to the official facilities page, there are three outdoor pools, open daily from 7am to 8pm:
- Dream Pool set in a rainforest-style garden
- Sky Pool with sea views
- Larkhill Terrace Pool, an infinity pool reserved for Couple Suite and Junior Suite guests
Traveloka's listing also shows a children's pool, pool sun loungers and beach towels, which helps families who split their day between the resort and the island's beaches.
Beyond the pools, the official site lists:
- Spa Rael, offering nature-inspired treatments plus hair and scalp care, open daily except Tuesdays
- Fitness centre inside a conservation building, open daily from 6am to 10pm
- Ricochet Padel, a padel court with coaching available, open daily from 7am to 10pm
- Buggy service around the grounds, which guests can request at the front desk
Traveloka's facility data adds a garden, terrace, shops, bicycle rental and cycling, plus cribs and highchairs for younger children. For events, the listing includes conference rooms, meeting facilities, a projector, a photocopier, a banquet and reception hall, and a wedding service, while the Amara Hotels group page mentions the heritage-inspired Glass Pavilion for smaller gatherings.
Services listed on Traveloka include a 24-hour receptionist, 24-hour security, concierge, multilingual staff, luggage storage, laundry service, express check-out, and room service during limited hours. Free WiFi is listed, with WiFi also available in public areas. On accessibility, the listing shows wheelchair access, an accessible path of travel, accessible parking, accessible bathrooms and in-room accessibility features; guests with specific needs should confirm the details for their room type before arrival.
Location and Getting There
Amara Sanctuary Sentosa sits at 1 Larkhill Road in the hilly centre of Sentosa Island. The official site describes it as about a 10-minute drive from Singapore's central business and shopping districts, and close to Universal Studios Singapore and Sentosa's other attractions.
- From Changi Airport: the resort says the trip takes about 25 minutes by taxi or private hire car, or around one hour using the MRT and the resort shuttle. If you are still planning the trip, you can book flights to Singapore on Traveloka and plan the airport leg afterwards.
- By resort shuttle: the official site lists a complimentary shuttle bus to and from HarbourFront, opposite VivoCity and about five minutes from the MRT, with a stop at Resorts World Sentosa. The schedule is available on request.
- By Sentosa Express: take the MRT to HarbourFront, head to VivoCity Lobby L on Level 3 and board the Sentosa Express. Alight at Imbiah Station, then walk about five minutes to the resort.
- By car: Traveloka's listing shows on-site parking, recorded as free of charge but limited in number, plus accessible parking bays.
Traveloka's facility list includes an airport transfer marked as a surcharge service, but the listing's transfer flag is not switched on, so contact the resort directly if you want a transfer arranged rather than assuming one is bookable through Traveloka.
Dining at Amara Sanctuary Sentosa
Dining is one of the resort's stronger points, with several outlets named on the official restaurants page:
- Sanctuary Tearoom serves all-day dining using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, including all-day breakfast and high tea, with a weekend Flames & Feasts offering.
- 2013 Stash Recipes Sentosa offers villa-style Chinese private-room dining for business hosting, family gatherings and celebrations.
- MinSuiZen Raku is an omakase teppanyaki concept built around a course menu with premium seafood and Wagyu.
- Verve Bar + Grill blends Indian, Asian and cosmopolitan fusion dishes against a backdrop of greenery.
- Jubilee is a garden venue for celebrations and events, with food and drinks.
Traveloka's listing records breakfast service from 7am to 10:30am, with buffet, continental and à la carte options among the listed meal types, and an extra charge per guest for additional breakfasts. The listing also notes vegetarian, gluten-free and dietary menus, set lunches, buffet dinners, snacks and a bar. Smoking is allowed only in designated areas.
Because the resort is a short walk from Imbiah Station, it is easy to combine a meal on site with a day out on the island; browse Sentosa attractions and activities on Traveloka to plan theme park or sightseeing tickets around your dinner reservations.
Why Stay at Amara Sanctuary Sentosa
Few places on Sentosa let you stay inside restored colonial-era buildings while keeping a resort's full set of pools, a spa and several restaurants on the doorstep. Amara Sanctuary Sentosa combines that heritage setting with practical touches: a complimentary shuttle to HarbourFront, a Sentosa Express station a few minutes away on foot, and room types that range from compact garden rooms to private pool villas.
- Heritage character: verandah studios, verandah suites and courtyard suites are set in colonial-style buildings, and the official Heritage Trail explains their background.
- Pool choice: three outdoor pools, including an infinity pool for Larkhill Terrace suite guests, plus a children's pool listed on Traveloka.
- Families and groups: Family Quad Rooms, connecting rooms, two-bedroom pool villas, cribs and highchairs.
- Events: conference rooms, banquet facilities, a wedding service and garden venues such as Jubilee and the Glass Pavilion.
If you are weighing it against bigger resort hotels nearby, it helps to compare other hotels on Traveloka by room size and setting; the Amara's draw is space and greenery rather than a casino or theme-park address.
Tips for Booking Amara Sanctuary Sentosa on Traveloka
- Match the room to your plans: choose the Premier Room with Balcony for a sea outlook, a Couple Suite or Junior Suite for Larkhill Terrace Pool access, or a pool villa for a private pool.
- Know the times: check-in is from 3pm and check-out is by 11am. Early check-in and late check-out can be requested from the resort and carry additional charges.
- Bring the right documents: the listing asks for an ID card and your hotel confirmation at check-in; soft copies are accepted. The minimum check-in age is 18, and minors must be accompanied by an adult.
- Check the deposit and payment notes: the listing shows no deposit amount required at check-in and says the property accepts cash, debit and credit cards.
- Leave pets at home: pets are not allowed at the property.
- Check breakfast inclusion: some rates include breakfast and others do not, so read the rate details before you confirm.
When your stay is sorted, head back to the Traveloka homepage to bundle flights, attractions and transfers into the same trip.
Other Popular Hotels on Sentosa Island
Comparing options on the island? These Sentosa properties are also listed on Traveloka:
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- Room types: Deluxe rooms and suites, described in the listing as having balconies with forest or sea views.
- Facilities: Outdoor pool, restaurant, family rooms, business centre and meeting facilities, free WiFi.
- Services: 24-hour receptionist, concierge, laundry service, luggage storage, theme park and casino shuttles.
- Hotel details: A 5-star collection of 35 secluded villa-style units at the western tip of Resorts World Sentosa, aimed at couples and families wanting privacy.
- Facilities: Outdoor pool, water park access (surcharge), recreation room, family rooms, restaurant, free WiFi.
- Services: 24-hour receptionist, 24-hour security, concierge, bellhop, room service, area shuttle.
- Hotel details: A 464-room resort hotel designed as a tribute to architect Michael Graves, with an art-gallery feel, maple-accented rooms and mural-adorned walls.
- Facilities: Outdoor pool, restaurant, business centre, conference rooms, valet parking, free WiFi.
- Services: 24-hour receptionist, 24-hour security, concierge, laundry service, room service, area shuttle.
- Hotel details: A 5-star hotel with 389 rooms inside Resorts World Sentosa, built in 2023 according to Traveloka's listing.
- Facilities: Outdoor pool, poolside bar, snack bar, restaurant, meeting facilities, valet parking, free WiFi.
- Services: 24-hour receptionist, concierge, bellhop, luggage storage, room service, area shuttle.
- Hotel details: A 454-room resort on Siloso Road, a few steps from Siloso Point Cable Car Station, with a complimentary shuttle bus to and from HarbourFront MRT.
- Facilities: Restaurant, coffee shop, buffet breakfast, massage, game room, gift shop, parking.
- Services: 24-hour receptionist, 24-hour security, concierge, laundry service, medical service, room service.
- Hotel details: A 5-star, 191-room wellness-focused resort offering fitness activities and wellness workshops, with Oasia Spa on site.
- Facilities: Outdoor pool, spa, sauna, restaurant, connecting rooms, meeting facilities, free WiFi.
- Services: 24-hour receptionist, 24-hour security, concierge, doorman, laundry service, wedding service.
- Hotel details: A 5-star, 113-room hotel on Sentosa Island with gardens and terraces, built in 2009 according to the listing.
- Facilities: Outdoor pool, spa, sauna, bar, restaurant, family rooms, conference room, free WiFi.
- Services: 24-hour receptionist, bellhop, room service, à la carte and buffet breakfast.
- Hotel details: A 5-star, 213-room property at Sentosa Cove on Sentosa Island.
- Facilities: Disabled-access-friendly facilities and on-site security.
- Services: 24-hour receptionist, room service, babysitting, express check-out, money changer, multilingual staff.