Way back in June 2019, we first reported on plans for a new Raffles resort on Singapore’s leisure island of Sentosa, the iconic hotel brand’s second property in the Lion City, with opening originally slated for 2022.

After multiple delays, likely due at least in part to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the hotel is now finally set to open its doors and welcome guests from 1st March 2025, around three years behind schedule.

This will be the city’s first all-villa resort, much like how the historic Raffles Hotel on Beach Road remains Singapore’s only true all-suite hotel.

“Raffles Sentosa Singapore will be an enchanting sanctuary, where nature, heritage, and wellness come together with the legendary traditions and world-class hospitality of the Raffles brand to create truly unforgettable experiences.”

Cavaliere Giovanni Viterale
General Manager, Raffles Sentosa Singapore

The property sits beside the Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa on a 100,000-square-metre landscaped tropical hillside, and is also adjacent to Capella Singapore, near the island’s Tanjong Beach.

Travel time to and from the Singapore CBD is around 15 minutes, while Singapore Changi Airport is approximately 25 minutes from the hotel by car.

While the original Raffles Hotel in Singapore, first opened in 1887, is rich in history and heritage, this newly built property embraces a contemporary design, with a focus on nature.

The Royal Group, owner of the adjacent Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa, has built the property in partnership with AccorHotels, who acquired the Raffles brand back in 2015.

Reservations are now open, with entry-level Garden One-Bedroom Villas starting at S$1,398++ per night, inclusive of breakfast, private round-trip transfers and a welcome cocktail.

Villas

Raffles Sentosa Singapore is an all-villa property, with 62 private pool villas, ranging from one- and two-bedroom options right through to the ‘on request’ four-bedroom Royal Villa.

Villa Type	Size
Garden One-Bedroom Pool Villa	211 sq m (2,271 sq ft)
Signature One-Bedroom Pool Villa	225 sq m (2,421 sq ft)
Sunset One-Bedroom Pool Villa
Signature Two-Bedroom Pool Villa	300 sq m (3,229 sq ft)
Four-Bedroom Royal Villa	650 sq m (7,000 sq ft)
Presidential Villa	Not disclosed

Designed by international design studio Yabu Pushelberg, every villa at Raffles Sentosa includes a private pool and outdoor terrace, while guests will also benefit from the legendary 24-hour Raffles Butler Service.

Pricing

Back in 2019, Accor’s Asia Pacific COO Michael Issenberg estimated nightly rates at the upcoming Raffles Sentosa resort would range from S$875 to S$2,500.

Since then, prices have seen some inflation, with the following introductory rates on offer:

• Garden One-Bedroom Villas: S$1,398 per night
• Signature One-Bedroom Villas: S$1,698 per night
• Sunset One-Bedroom Villas: S$1,998 per night
• Signature Two-Bedroom Villas: S$3,650 per night

Rates are exclusive of taxes and fees, which add an additional 20%, bringing the actual starting cost to S$1,676 per villa per night for the Garden One-Bedroom Villa category.

These non-refundable rates are for the resort’s Welcome Home Experience. This package includes private round-trip transfers from Changi Airport or your home address in Singapore, daily breakfast for two at Empire Grill, and preferential green fees at Sentosa Golf Club.

Additionally, guests will receive a complimentary Sentosa Sling cocktail – Raffles Sentosa’s unique take on the iconic Singapore Sling – featuring up-cycled watermelon skin and lemon leaves from the resort’s gardens.

The Welcome Home Experience rates are available for stays from 1st March 2025 to 30th September 2025.

As expected for ultra-luxury properties, rates for the Royal and Presidential Villas are not publicly disclosed.

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Next door at Capella Singapore, a 166 sq m One-Bedroom Garden Villa with a private pool starts at S$1,573 before taxes and fees – rising to S$1,886 after charges. In comparison, the Welcome Home Experience at Raffles Sentosa presents a relatively competitive deal, for a larger villa.

Dining and wellness

With five restaurants and bars, Raffles Sentosa will offer a diverse range of international cuisines, from modern Italian at Empire Grill to refined Cantonese at Royal China, and we expect many of these will also be open for booking by non-residents.

Restaurant / Lounge	Hours
Empire Grill A relaxed modern Italian signature restaurant, highlighting classic Tuscan fare	7am – 10.30am 12pm – 3pm 6pm – 8pm
Royal China Refined Cantonese cuisine from the classic to the avant-garde	12pm – 3pm 6pm – 10pm
Raffles Room Where the legendary Raffles afternoon tea is served, along with light bites and refreshments	12pm – 10.30pm
Hashida A gastronomic journey in signature omakase style by Chef Kenjiro ‘Hatch’ Hashida	12pm – 2.30pm 6pm – 10pm
Chairman’s Room A nod to the speakeasy bars of yesteryear	12pm – 11pm

Additionally, poolside dining is available 24 hours a day, while the resort also offers all-day in-villa private dining, complete with Raffles Butler service.

Royal China serves “Refined Cantonese cuisine”, while the signature Raffles afternoon tea is served in the Raffles Room.

While Raffles Hotel in Singapore is renowned for its iconic Long Bar and Writers Bar, the Sentosa property offers a different experience with the Chairman’s Room – “a nod to the speakeasy bars of yesteryear” – where you’ll find a selection of fine cognacs, whiskies, and champagnes by the glass, not to mention the resort’s Sentosa Sling signature cocktail.

We look forward to seeing whether any of the Raffles Sentosa Singapore’s dining venues will offer Accor Plus member discounts in due course, like the original Raffles Hotel Singapore does.

Currently, Accor Plus members get 20% off the total bill at Raffles Courtyard, or 15% off the bill at Tiffin Room, Writers Bar, The Grand Lobby, Butcher’s Block and Yi by Jereme Leung.

You can find more details about the dining options at Raffles Sentosa Singapore here.

Wellness and experiences

There’s a strong emphasis on wellbeing in the new property, with the Raffles Sentosa Spa boasting 13 treatment rooms, plus an outdoor pool and fitness centre, open between 10am and 6pm daily.

You can also opt for a private dining experience set amidst the hotel gardens, or on a tranquil, hidden stretch of Tanjong Beach, in addition to the private in-villa option.

The hotel also has a Raffles Ballroom and a Garden Room with terrace, with a capacity for up to 400 guests, for weddings and corporate events.

Raffles Sentosa Singapore is set to open its doors on 1st March 2025, marking the city’s first all-villa resort.

Originally planned for a 2022 debut, the project faced many delays, but now promises a contemporary retreat with 62 private pool villas, high-end dining options, and a strong focus on nature.

Positioned alongside the Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa, which shares the same owner, the resort aims to offer an ultra-luxurious escape while maintaining ties to the heritage of its historic Beach Road counterpart.

With nightly rates starting at S$1,398++, the resort’s introductory packages include premium services such as private transfers, daily breakfast, and a signature cocktail. Dining venues range from modern Italian and Cantonese cuisine to omakase experiences, while wellness facilities include a spa, fitness center, and a 30-metre outdoor pool.

While Raffles Sentosa presents a new chapter for the Raffles brand in Singapore, the premium pricing and limited award availability will likely position it primarily as a choice for high-end international travellers, with a relatively limited ‘staycation’ market.

Will Raffles Sentosa carve out a distinct identity within Singapore’s competitive luxury hotel landscape? Let us know what you think in the comments below.

(Cover Photo: Accor)