Peranakan heritage lodgings
Vibrant Peranakan tile patterns, pop-art water jars, and a nostalgic mama stall pavilion give the bright lobby a distinct local character.
What it’s good at
Notable
The property incorporates the conserved colonial 1928 Joo Chiat Police Station alongside its modern guestroom tower.
Notable
Peranakan tilework, nostalgic mama stall displays, and converted gaming tables immerse guests in Katong's historic shophouse culture.
Listed
Designed by eco.id and Ong & Ong, interiors reinterpret traditional Straits Chinese shophouse layouts with bold contemporary motifs.
What they say
Also in Tatler.
The lobby was vast and decorated with historical Peranakan-inspired details and even a mini exhibition with historical facts and local books.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
East Coast Road puts you moments from famous laksa joints, indie record shops, and the pastel shophouses of Koon Seng Road.
The rooms
Shophouse-inspired layouts feature monochrome streetscape murals, tiled bathrooms, and coffee tables repurposed from vintage carrom boards.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
At the table
A breezy rooftop terrace serves locally inspired cocktails under a pergola, looking out across the city skyline.
How it began
The property integrates a modern tower with the conserved 1928 Joo Chiat Police Station, Singapore's former colonial outpost.
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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.