SINGAPORE Travel Guide by Lux Nomade: where to eat, stay and get pampered
SINGAPORE Travel Guide by Lux Nomade is your guide to the best hotels, restaurants, and spas!
Singapore is a city in constant progress. As one cab driver explains “in Singapore, we always look for new projects, new things to develop, we are like ants, we never stop”. The Jewel at Changi Airport, Gardens by the Bay and the new extended Santosa Island (currently in progress) might be a result of the Singaporeans eagerness to build, develop and create.
WHERE TO EAT IN SINGAPORE?
Singapore has recently been ranked as the best city in the world for street food. This probably doesn’t come as a surprise if you’ve ever been here before and been lucky to visit the many hawkers around the city. Chinese, Malaysian, Indian, Western food, they have it all! And quite unique for a comparatively expensive city, a Laksa, Mee Goreng or Wonton soup won’t set you back more than S$5.
Our current favourite restaurants are Jam at Siri House in Tanglin, Bar Cicheti in Chinatown and Basque Kitchen by Aitor in Tanjong Pagar. For Cantonese fine-dining Cassia is exceptional.
Zén – Singapore’s Culinary Crown Jewel
Three-Michelin-starred Zén has emerged from an extensive three-month refurbishment, reaffirming its position as Southeast Asia’s most coveted dining destination. The reopening reveals a more intimate, contemporary space where architecture and hospitality converge in renewed harmony.
Guests begin at the new 16-seat counter, served directly by chefs with seven artisanal canapés—each a prelude to six evolving courses. Ingredients arrive from Japan four times weekly, sourced from trusted regional suppliers and transformed into dishes like shima aji crudo and wagyu oxtail pressé. Meals conclude atop the third-floor lounge with desserts, petit fours, and curated digestifs.
Interior design by Stockholm’s JOYN studio blends Scandinavian minimalism with Japanese precision. Earthy browns, biscuit neutrals, and cinnamon richness define the palette, while pine-block stairwells, fossilised stone countertops, and Ann Wolff chandeliers create sensory depth. Traditional Dala horses signal Swedish heritage; Kit Kat tiles nod to local craftsmanship.
Leading the kitchen is Head Chef Kelvin Ng, supported by General Manager Rachel Ezekiel and Head of Beverage Warren Estrop—the trio that secured the Gin Mare Art of Hospitality Award at Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2023.
Details: 41 Bukit Pasoh Rd, Singapore restaurantzen.com
WHERE TO STAY IN SINGAPORE?
Capella Singapore on Sentosa Island is a luxurious idyllic retreat for the discerning travellers. ‘Capella’ which stands for ‘the brightest star in the constellation Auriga‘ turns out to be a suitable name. The luxurious idyllic leisure retreat has been shining brightly over Singapore’s Sentosa Island for the past 10 years, offering a tropical paradise escape, a cultural experience, and excellent service. A member of the Global Hotel Alliance, Capella Singapore was recognised as ‘Top Hotel in Singapore’ after receiving Conde Nast traveller’s 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards and is one of the most sought-after wedding destinations in Asia.
Hotel G Singapore: A quirky hotel for the young, hip and cosmopolitan travellers.
Hotel G Singapore is a fun, chic and luxurious hotel with an overarching quirky theme throughout the property. The hotel’s popular Ginett Wine Bar & Restaurant and 25 Degrees Burgers & Liquor Bar add French and American culinary flavours to complete an excellent stay at this quintessential lifestyle hotel.
Checking into Lloyd’s Inn Singapore you immediately get the feeling of ‘less is more’ which truly works here. This stylish de-cluttered hotel evokes a sense of calmness, serenity, and luxury. With all the necessary amenities for both leisure and business travellers, the hotel offers an urban oasis right in the heart of Singapore’s city center.
Digital nomads and international entrepreneurs rejoice! There’s a new stylish home-away-from-home in Singapore’s Chinatown. Forward-thinking and contemporary KēSa House, which opened in April this year (2019), has stirred up the traditional hotel market by offering something new and unique. The ‘flexible living concept’ is a mix of ‘chic boutique hotel meets upscale shared community living’. By departing from the conventional short-stay hotel experience, checking in to KēSa House is a bit like staying at a friend’s house. Expect to make new friends, share laundry tips and enjoy excellently (complimentary) coffee.
Dreaming about a resort holiday whilst staying in the city? Relax and unwind in true vacation fashion at one of Singapore’s top hotels and get the best of both worlds. One Farrer Hotel is a luxury 5-star urban hotel-resort located in the heart of Singapore offering next-level urban accommodation with the ‘hotels within a hotel’ concept for a comfortable and memorable stay.
Andaz Singapore opened in November 2017 as the first Andaz hotel to open in Southeast Asia making it the seventeenth property for the brand. The impressive hotel boasts beautiful interior design, spacious rooms and a famous rooftop bar which is a must-visit when in Singapore.
Housed in a preserved shophouse, this hotel is situated in the heart of Singapore’s culturally and historically rich . It is just 700 m from the Outram Park MRT Station, which offers ease of accessibility to the rest of the island nation. Located off Keong Saik Road, along Teck Lim Road, Hotel Soloha is 600 m from the Sri Mariamman Temple and 450 m from the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum. Changi International Airport is a 25-minute drive away.
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WHERE TO GET PAMPERED IN SINGAPORE?
One of Singapore’s best spas is Auriga Spa – a contemporary and luxurious spa spanning over 12,000 square feet with nine treatment rooms. The spa philosophy is centered around the moon cycle and all signature treatments use natural products that reflect the varying energies of the lunar cycle. The moon massage combining Swedish and Balinese massage mixed with stretching is wonderful for relaxation and for any sore muscles from a long-haul flight.
This trendy day-spa is located in a shipping container. Work out those sore muscles with massages from around the world. They’ve got everything from the traditional Thai massage to modern Japanese Shiatsu, and prenatal to a much-needed back-shoulder-neck massage. Wanna extend your session? Top-up for the body massage, body scrub and body mask combo to feel absolutely rejuvenated.
Begin your wellness journey with Elements’ unique infusion of indulgence and modern technology. Inspired by the ancient five elements philosophy, every corner of the spa is designed to achieve that perfect harmony between our body and the surrounding energy manifested by the five elements.
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Singapore continues to redefine Asian luxury travel, from heritage estates to contemporary sanctuaries. Explore our complete Singapore travel hub for insider insights on this city-state’s evolving landscape. Accommodation options range from the architectural elegance of MÉTT Singapore to island serenity at Raffles Sentosa and Capella Singapore. Urban chic thrives at Mondrian Singapore Duxton, Soloha Hotel, Andaz Singapore, and One Farrer Hotel. For cosmopolitan travellers, discover Hotel G Singapore, flexible living at Kesa House, and modern sophistication at Lloyd’s Inn. Curated collections include Small Luxury Hotels Singapore and eco-conscious stays near nature at Mandai. Beyond accommodation, our comprehensive Singapore travel guide covers dining and pampering, while culinary insights emerge in our Jaan interview and exclusive private beachfront residences features.
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From the coastal serenity of Sentosa Island and the historic charm of Raffles Hotel to the urban sophistication of Marina Bay and the tropical greenery of Mandai, this article is part of our comprehensive 2026 series on travel in Singapore.
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