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Singapore’s first new hotel of 2026 has just opened, and culture-seekers are going to want to keep tabs on this one. Newly built in the Bras Basah-Bugis district, boutique hotel Hotel Waterloo is part of the Accor group, which also manages luxury names like Raffles Sentosa, Mondrian Singapore Duxton, and Pullman Singapore.
This sleek city stay sports a contemporary tropical theme – think less beach club, more understated luxe. Its interiors are washed in varying shades of deep, muted green, with plants dotting every corner, while the guestrooms feature botanical wallpaper for a tranquil, forest-like escape. You’ve got all the usual must-haves: a gym, lap pool, and in-room minibar with Nespresso machine – as well as smart room features including voice-controlled lighting and AC, and an AI-powered concierge.
Dining is taken care of at Hotel Waterloo’s in-house restaurant, Antler & Ember, serving Western and Asian fusion fare. Look forward to mouthwatering buffet breakfasts too, which kids aged under 12 get to enjoy for free.
Delve further into the intricacies of the neighbourhood by embarking on the hotel’s curated Gem and Jewellery Heritage Trail, accessible both as a physical copy and online. This mini free-and-easy excursion will take you through the museums, cultural spots, and traditional jewellery and craft stores in the vicinity.
Even if you choose not to go on the walking tour, you’ll still want to explore a little, given that Hotel Waterloo is located near Bencoolen, newly crowned as one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods. Some spoilers of what you can expect: analogue photography space Objectifs, risograph print studio Knuckles & Notch, and Kyoto-inspired coffee house Kurasu.
Hotel Waterloo is located at 78 Waterloo Street, within close walking distance of Bencoolen and Bras Basah MRT stations. Find out more and book your room here.
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