"Fantastic hotel in colonial style with large rooms and excellent breakfast. David from the concierge service was a great help, gave us valuable tips and recommendations. Will definitely come back."

"Located in the core of Singapore's City Hall district, the hotel is formed by the renovation and integration of two century-old historical landmarks: Stamford House and Capitol Building. Looking back at history, Stamford Raffles landed in Singapore in 1819, opening the way for it to become a global trade hub. In 1887, Raffles Hotel was completed, laying the model for luxury hotels in Southeast Asia. In 1904, Stamford House was put into use as a reception annex of Raffles Hotel. In 1930, Capitol Building was completed, standing side by side with Stamford House to form the commercial core of the time. Both share an inherent connection with Raffles Hotel in terms of Nanyang colonial aesthetics. Restored by architect Richard Meier, the two buildings have been infused with modern artistic elements while retaining the textures of Victorian style, such as limestone columns and bas-reliefs. They have become a comprehensive project integrating retail, theaters, hotels and residences, and finally opened to the public under the Kempinski brand in 2018. The hotel's entrance is low-key and secluded, surrounded by greenery, with various luxury vehicles parked for guests to explore the city. As the only Kempinski in Asia-Pacific selected into Leading Hotels of the World (LHW), it fully displays the German-style hospitality and colonial-style atmosphere. The hotel has a total of 155 guest rooms and suites, divided into the neoclassical Capitol Wing and the Venetian Renaissance-style Stamford Wing. The room types range from 32 square meters to 137 square meters, with significant advantages in space and texture among hotels of the same price range. All guest rooms were designed by the late Jaya Ibrahim, a royal designer for Aman, who took colonial decorative art as the background and integrated modern aesthetics, with exquisite details. The highly recommended Stamford Suite offers excellent privacy. Its transparent layout allows natural light to penetrate the entire room, and the three-room symmetrical design, combined with high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, fully reflects the historical temperament. The bathroom is equipped with double vanities, a bathtub and a rare bidet, and insists on using small bottles of Ferragamo toiletries. The minibar in the living area provides free non-alcoholic drinks, and the tableware is exquisitely customized. The bedroom has excellent lighting, and the desk also serves as a dressing mirror, with various details highlighting the quality. The Capitol Wing houses a fully functional fitness center and an outdoor saltwater pool. 15 Stamford, the all-day dining restaurant on the first floor of the Stamford Wing, offers a semi-buffet breakfast covering diverse flavors, with authentic local classic dishes. The Capitol Kempinski Singapore has found a perfect balance between the old and the new, retaining the marks of Nanyang history while taking into account modern comfort, showing German-style taste. It is not only Kempinski's Asia-Pacific flagship, carrying the brand's highest standards, but also a window to understand Singapore's urban texture. At a time when Kempinski's global development is uneven, it has become a accommodation worth visiting specially."

"Honest Review – Stamford Suite Stay at The Capitol Kempinski Singapore I recently stayed at the The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore in the Stamford Suite and wanted to share an honest review. This is not a paid review, just my genuine experience. Firstly, I want to recognise a few incredible members of staff who truly made our stay special: Savnee – what an absolute credit to the hotel. Always greeting us with a warm smile, she consistently went above and beyond with recommendations and advice. Despite being an intern, her professionalism, kindness, and genuine care stood out every single day. She really made a difference to our experience. Management, please ensure she is recognised—she is a true asset to your team. David – a true gentleman. He always made time for us, offering helpful advice on places to visit and the best routes to take. He was especially kind and gentle with my autistic son, which meant so much to us as a family. Thank you for your care and kindness throughout our stay. The concierge (tall, slim Indian gentleman – I’m so sorry I didn’t catch his name) – every time we needed assistance, he was there. From helping with taxis and luggage to greeting us so warmly each day, his service was exceptional. He even gave my child a thoughtful gift when we left, which we truly appreciated. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I am genuinely grateful to have met such wonderful people—they are what made this stay memorable. Pros: - The location is fantastic—very central and convenient - Breakfast was excellent with great service Cons: - Room service was quite slow - The room itself felt dated and not well maintained (dusty areas, scratched flooring, lack of towel rails) - No convenient charging points in the bathroom (e.g. for toothbrushes) - The open-plan layout may not suit everyone—personally, I prefer more separation between spaces - Management came across as quite cold and not very welcoming, which was disappointing for a hotel of this standard For a hotel of this reputation, I expected cleaner, more modern, and better-maintained rooms, so this was surprising. A side note for travellers: the weather in Singapore is extremely humid. Even with air-conditioned transport, you can feel very uncomfortable getting around. We ended up relying on taxis and ride apps like Grab to get around more comfortably. Overall, while the hotel has a great location and some truly outstanding staff, there are areas, particularly management approach and room quality that could be significantly improved."

"I arrived in Singapore prepared for several days of business this April and was pleasantly surprised as I stepped into The Capitol Kempinski. I am an avid traveler and though luxury and comfort is critical, the increase in “cookie cutter” luxury is always disappointing. Capitol Kempinski is not “cookie cutter”. It is unmistakably Singaporean heritage and quiet luxury. It captures your attention as you step into the lobby, akin to a receiving room. The staff sit behind large mahogany desks and share stories of this hotel as they check you in. The hotel in its previous incarnation was a theater that welcomed Ava Gardner and Charlie Chaplin. It retains the classic architecture of old world Singapore luxury coupled with modern amenities. The hotel’s attention to detail emanated throughout all aspects of my stay, starting with the colonial-era styled lobby where it was cozy but never felt crowded, to the sealed classic glass water carafes in lieu of plastic bottles set on the nightstands of the Asian Art-deco styled room. The highlight of the stay was the exceptional service provided by David who went above and beyond. He was warm and charming, with stories of the hotel in its previous incarnation and the current restorative efforts. As days of meetings progressed, he was always ready with a smile and suggestions for where to go in the few free hours I had, whether it was off-the-beaten path bars for Singapore Slings, world renowned chicken and rice, or a relaxing foot massage. In a world where we are consumed by work and digital efficiency, David is a beacon of what classic hospitality is and should be. I would not hesitate to recommend spending time at this lovely heritage hotel and when you see David, please let him know I said hello."

"Unknowingly being upgraded by the hotel to the heritage room. Thank you so much and it made our stay so much better and happier! Celebrating our “Monthsary” again and this time with Kempinski. Total no regrets and great stay for the super short last minute booking. Rooms are spacious and room assigned comes with enclosed balcony. Nice corner for work or a sip of coffee and enjoy the afternoon sun or busy evening. Branded toiletries, big bath room and no sign of wear and tears, well maintained. Cleanliness needless to mention, clean enough that we don’t need any bedroom slippers in room. Service stands out and felt welcome the very moment we drove in. Greeted with the Muslim gentleman concierge (I assume) and later on good handling of check in experience. Room service is available 24 hours. Good food and pricing average (comparing same luxury 5 stars hotel in room dining.). Big portion and quality food, like the fries with angus beef burger. Burger patty very perfectly done and fries too with adequate seasonings. Pool is small like bout half a lap big but it’s a heritage hotel so no high expectation on this. Sunscreen provided for both adults and children which is a plus point. For tourists that are travelling, this definitely a superb location to stay as it’s connected with the mrt stations with lotsa big brands and malls around."