Remittance shophouse atelier
A conserved 1930s remittance house meets a modern aluminium extension, centered around a light-filled lobby atrium hung with local tapestries.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Perforated aluminium screens laser-cut with historic remittance poetry wrap a contemporary extension over restored 1930s Chengal floors.
Remarkable
A conserved 1936 remittance house preserving original Shanghai plaster facades, geometric windows, and Chinese immigrant correspondence history.
Notable
Commissioned local artwork, Singaporean minibar snacks, and bespoke linen robes connect guests to Chinatown's merchant history.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
UK Readers' Choice Awards – Singapore
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
It’s just one example of the impressive attention to detail and reverence for the past that WOHA Architects brought to the table…
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Positioned where Carpenter Street meets New Bridge Road, the hotel sits steps from Chinatown shophouses and Clarke Quay riverfront dining.
The rooms
Heritage rooms feature restored Chengal timber floorboards and original geometric windows, while modern Urban rooms frame city views through perforated metal screens.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A stainless-steel infinity lap pool sits on the ninth floor, looking out toward Marina Bay Sands.
At the table
Street-level bistro Kee's serves pan-Asian dishes, and the bar mixes cocktails infused with regional spices.
How it began
Founded in 1936 as a remittance office, the building once handled money and letters sent home by early Chinese immigrants.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.