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February 13, 2024 No. of Views: 4

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About this Stay

I stayed for two nights at a five-star hotel located in Marina Bay, Singapore—an ideal location for both business and sightseeing.

The hotel features a grand and luxurious design. My room had a marina view, allowing me to enjoy views of Marina Bay Sands and Singapore’s impressive skyline of skyscrapers throughout my stay.

The room itself was spacious, creating an elegant and relaxing atmosphere. I chose a plan that included access to the club lounge, so I had most of my meals there. As expected from an international city like Singapore, the food and beverage selection was extensive, featuring not only Singaporean cuisine but also a wide variety of delicious dishes from around the world. Everything was excellent.

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Hotel & Surroundings

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Entrance Sign

入り口の門標

This is the entrance sign.

Hotel Entrance

ホテル玄関

This is the entrance of Mandarin Oriental, Singapore.

Hotel Exterior

ホテル全景

A front view of the hotel.

Entrance Area (1st Floor)

1階玄関付近

This is the entrance area on the first floor on the morning of the second day.

Since January is the rainy season, it was raining quite heavily.

Chinese New Year Lanterns

中華正月の提灯

This is the reception area on the first floor. As it was during the Chinese New Year season in January, many festive lanterns were beautifully displayed.

Floating Lights in Indoor Pond

館内池に浮かぶ照明

This is the reception area on the first floor. There is a pond inside the hotel, with decorative lights floating on the water.

Front Lobby

フロントロビー

This is the lobby on the first floor.

Many red Chinese New Year lanterns are hanging from the ceiling.

Welcome Drink

ウェルカムジュース

I was served a welcome drink at the check-in counter on the first floor.

Elevator Hall (1st Floor)

1階エレベーターホール

This is the elevator hall on the first floor.

It has a calm and solid atmosphere.

Luxurious Lighting

豪華な照明

This is the elevator hall on the 19th floor, where my room was located.

The lighting is very luxurious.

Elevator (1)

エレベータ

This is the hotel elevator. In Southeast Asia, it is quite common to see this type of open atrium-style elevator.

Elevator (2)

エレベータ

This is the view from inside the elevator. Since it is an open-type elevator installed in the atrium, you can see the entire interior while riding it, which creates a great sense of openness.

View from the Elevator

エレベータから見下ろす

Looking down from the elevator, you can see the roof of the restaurant on the first floor.

Hotel Gym

ホテル内のジム

This is the gym. I used it to work out after enjoying a variety of delicious dishes at the buffet.

Afternoon Skyline View

午後の超高層ビル群の景色

This is the view from the lounge in the afternoon.

Marina Bay Sands and the surrounding skyscrapers look stunning.

Sunset Skyline View

夕暮れの超高層ビル群の風景

This is the sunset view of Marina Bay Sands and the skyscrapers from the lounge.

The view of Marina Bay Sands is absolutely spectacular.

Evening City View

夕暮れの景色

This is the evening view of central Singapore from the lounge.

The two dome-shaped buildings in the foreground on the right are a theater and a concert hall.

View from the Room

部屋からの景色

This is the view of Singapore’s skyscrapers from the room.

Merlion

マー・ライオン

This is the Merlion as seen from the lounge table.

The hotel is also conveniently located near the Merlion.

Surrounding View

周辺の景色

This is the view from a table in the club lounge.

Wine Shop

ワインショップ

While walking around the hotel area, I came across a wine shop.

ArtScience Museum

アート・サイエンス・ミュージアム

This is the ArtScience Museum building that I passed by while walking near the hotel.

It is a uniquely designed structure.

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Guest Room

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View from the Entrance

入り口から見る室内

This is the view as you enter the guest room.

The carpet has a stylish design.

Bed

ベッド

This is the bed. There is plenty of space between the bed and the window, giving the room a very spacious feel.

Space Near the Bathroom

バスルーム手前のスペース

There is also ample space between the bed and the bathroom.

Writing Desk

ライティングデスク

This is the writing desk. Positioned with the window behind it, it feels like a private executive office.

Bathroom

バスルーム

This is the bathtub in the bathroom.

There is also a separate shower room next to it.

Washbasin

洗面所

This is the washbasin. The item mounted on the wall beside it is body cream.

Slippers

スリッパ

These are the slippers provided by the hotel.

Closet

クローゼット

This is the closet.

Bathrobes are provided.

Flowers by the Washbasin

洗面台に花

Yellow flowers are beautifully arranged here.

Amenities

アメニティ

These are the amenities at the washbasin.

They include a toothbrush, comb, and shower cap.

Welcome Fruit

ウェルカムフルーツ

This is the welcome fruit placed on the desk.

It includes tropical fruits such as dragon fruit, typical of Southeast Asia.

Welcome Drinks

ウェルカムドリンク

These are the welcome soft drinks provided in the room.

  • • Apple juice
  • • Pineapple juice

Club Lounge Information

クラブラウンジ利用案内

This floor includes access to the club lounge.

Here is the lounge usage information.

  • • Champagne breakfast   6:30 AM – 10:30 AM
  • • Light meals & pastries   11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • • Afternoon tea   2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
  • • Dinner & cocktails   5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
  • • Desserts & late-night snacks   9:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Alcoholic beverages such as champagne, wine, and beer, as well as soft drinks, are available throughout the day.

Emergency Exit Plan

避難経路図

This is the evacuation plan posted on the inside of the room door in case of fire.

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Club Lounge

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Lounge Entrance (1)

ラウンジ入り口

This is the entrance to the club lounge.

Lounge Entrance (2)

ラウンジ入り口

Upon entering the lounge, there is a sofa area that feels like a waiting space.

Inside the Lounge

室内の様子

I entered the club lounge. This is what it looks like inside. The seating is spacious and comfortable.

My room is on the same 19th floor as the lounge, so it’s very easy to access.

Champagne

シャンパン

I immediately enjoyed a glass of champagne in the club lounge.

The snack served with it was mixed nuts.

Dining Area

ダイニングスペース

In addition to the sofa area, the club lounge also has a dining space like this.

Sofa Area

ソファーエリア

This is another sofa seating area in the club lounge.

Dining Area

ダイニングスペース

This is another dining space.

Afternoon Tea (1)

アフタヌーンティー

I also visited the club lounge during afternoon tea time.

There were various kinds of fruits as well as cakes.

Afternoon Tea (2)

アフタヌーンティー

These are the light snacks I had during afternoon tea.

  • • Custard-filled bun
  • • Smoked salmon
  • • Pound cake
  • • Champagne

Alcohol Selection

お酒のコーナー

This is the alcohol section in the club lounge.

A wide variety of drinks is available to enjoy.

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Dinner – Day 1

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Appetizer Corner

前菜のコーナー

I went to the club lounge for dinner.

A variety of appetizers were laid out.

  • • Custard-filled bun
  • • Fried spring roll–like items
  • • Assorted cheeses
  • • Dried fruits
  • • Smoked salmon

This was during the evening cocktail (dinner) time.

Drinks Refrigerator

ドリンクの冷蔵庫

This is the refrigerator in the club lounge where you can freely choose your drinks.

It includes beer, sparkling water, mineral water, and soft drinks.

  • Beer:
  •  • Tiger Beer (Singapore)
  •  • Heineken
  •  • Asahi Super Dry (Japan)

Wine & Whiskey Selection

ワインやウィスキーなど

A selection of wines and whiskeys from around the world.

  • 【Wine】  • Marques de Riscal (Spain)
  • 【Whiskey】• Maker’s Mark (USA)
  •        • Balvenie (Scotland)
  •        • Monkey Shoulder (Scotland)
  • 【Vodka】 • Absolut (Sweden)
  • 【Gin】   • Citadelle (France)

Appetizer Corner

前菜のコーナー

This is another appetizer section.

  • • Assorted ham, herb-smoked fish, smoked salmon
  • • Assorted cheeses
  • • Sandwiches

Condiment Counter

調味料

This is the condiment counter. It likely includes olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Chopsticks are also provided.

Ginger Ale

ジンジャエール

I had a ginger ale before the meal.

Snacks included olives and mixed nuts.

Fruits, Salads, and More

果物、サラダなど

This is the buffet counter in the club lounge. Cut fruits are in front, sweets on the right, and the salad section toward the back left.

Singaporean Salads

シンガポールのサラダ

This is the Singaporean-style salad section.

  • • Chickpea salad with zucchini and red onion
  • • Stir-fried abalone with olives and bell peppers
  • • Chicken salad
  • • Marinated jellyfish

Meat Dishes

肉料理のコーナー

  • • Roast duck
  • • Beef with black pepper sauce
  • • Mango salsa
  • • Barbecue pork

Fried Rice & Hot Dishes

チャーハンと温野菜

  • • Chinese-style braised mushrooms
  • • Fried rice
  • • Stir-fried baby abalone with bell peppers

Cheese Selection

チーズのコーナー

This is the cheese section. There are six types of cheese visible here, along with fruits such as grapes and muscat, as well as nuts. It’s excellent.

Sushi Rolls

巻き寿司

This is the sushi roll section, featuring international-style rolls.

Items like California rolls are available. The seaweed is wrapped on the inside, with fillings such as avocado and imitation crab, while the outside is coated with sesame seeds or tobiko.

Wasabi and pickled ginger are also provided.

Vegetable Sticks & Bread

スティック野菜とパン

  • Vegetable sticks
  • • Carrot, celery, cucumber
  • Dips
  • • Guacamole (Mexican avocado-based sauce with tomato and onion)
  • • Tahini (Middle Eastern sesame sauce)
  • • Various breads, Echiré butter (unsalted/salted), and jarred jams

Desserts

スイーツ

This is the dessert section.

  • • Lychee mousse
  • • Raspberry Swiss roll
  • • Hojicha sweet potato dessert

Dinner I Had

いただいた夕食

This is the dinner I selected. Everything was absolutely delicious.

  • • Barbecue pork, beef with black pepper sauce, roast duck, stir-fried abalone with bell peppers
  • • Cheese, sushi rolls, celery and carrot sticks
  • • Salad, mixed nuts, olives, marinated jellyfish

Champagne & Red Wine

シャンパンと赤ワイン

This is the champagne and red wine I enjoyed.

Lounge Exit

ラウンジ出口

After finishing dinner, I left the lounge and returned to my room.

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Breakfast – Day 2

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À la Carte Menu

オーダーメニュー

This is the breakfast à la carte menu.

In addition to the buffet, you can also order dishes from this menu. I was told that I could order as many items as I liked.

  • • Pancakes
  • • Omelet
  • • Eggs Benedict
  • • Wonton noodles, etc.

Orchid & Table Settings

カトレアと調味料など

At the breakfast table, an orchid was placed along with pepper, salt, sugar, and cream.

Porridge & Miso Soup

お粥と味噌汁

There was a porridge and miso soup station at the breakfast buffet.

Condiments were also provided. For the miso soup, these included shredded seaweed, tofu, and chopped green onions.

Appetizer Selection

前菜のコーナー

This is the appetizer section.

  • • Parma ham
  • • Mortadella (Bologna ham)
  • • Smoked trout
  • • Smoked salmon

Bread Selection

パンのコーナー

  • Various types of bread are available:
  • Hard breads, croissants, Danish pastries, rolls, sweet breads, etc.
  • Spreads & jams are also diverse and international:
  • • Salted butter
  • • Nutella (Italian hazelnut cocoa spread)
  • • Kaya Pandan (popular in Singapore, made from coconut milk and eggs)
  • • Peanut butter
  • • Various jarred jams

Salad Section

サラダのコーナー

This is the salad section.

The garden salad likely includes lettuce, baby leaves, and arugula. Dressings and olive oils from overseas, including Europe, are also available.

Shumai & Sausages

焼売とソーセージなど

  • • Shumai (pork and shrimp dumplings)
  • • Sausages
  • • Sweet corn

Fruits & Yogurt

果物とヨーグルト

This is the fruit and yogurt section.

  • • Orange, jujube (similar to a small apple), plum, etc.
  • • Pineapple, dragon fruit, mango, watermelon, papaya, blueberries, cranberries
  • • Yogurt (plain, strawberry)

Champagne & Cappuccino

シャンパンとカプチーノ

I enjoyed champagne and a cappuccino in the morning.

My Breakfast Plate

いただいた食事

This is what I had for breakfast.

Breakfast Selection

いただいた朝食

This is another plate I enjoyed.

  • • Chinese-style porridge
  • • Miso soup and salad
  • • Sausages, warm cherry tomatoes, shumai, prosciutto, sweet corn

Eggs Benedict

エッグベネディクト

This is the Eggs Benedict I ordered separately.

[Editor’s note: Eggs Benedict is a dish made by placing ham, bacon, or salmon, a poached egg, and hollandaise sauce on half of an English muffin. Hollandaise sauce is made by emulsifying egg yolks with vinegar into a creamy texture.]

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Lunch – Day 2

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Cola & Snacks

コーラとおつまみ

This is a Diet Coke I had during the daytime, along with peanuts and potato chips.

Champagne

シャンパン

I also enjoyed some champagne.

Lounge Dining Area

ラウンジのダイニングエリア

This is the dining area of the lounge. The buffet counter is located on the right.

Cheese, Cereals & Bread

チーズとシリアルとパン

During the daytime, there are no hot dishes, but a variety of cheeses, cereals, and several types of bread are available.

Fruits & Bread

果物とパン

This is the fruit and bread (scone) section.

Drinks & Alcohol Section

お酒のコーナー

This is the lounge’s drinks section.

I had some red wine. Being able to enjoy red wine even during the daytime is wonderful.

It’s especially great for those who enjoy alcohol.

What I Had

いただいた料理

This is what I had for lunch.

  • • Cheese
  • • Dried apricots
  • • Bread
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Dinner – Day 2

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Fruit & Cake Selection

果物とケーキのコーナー

On the second day, I came back to the club lounge for dinner.

This is the fruit and cake section.

In the front right, there are also sweets shaped like mandarins and peaches.

Hot Dishes (1)

温かい料理のコーナー

This is the section for hot Singaporean dishes.

  • • Seafood Five-Spice Rolls
  •   Spring rolls filled with shrimp and seasoned with Chinese five-spice.
  • • Vegetable Curry Puffs
  •   Deep-fried pastries filled with curry-flavored vegetables.
  • • Chicken Rice
  •   A signature dish of Singapore.

Hot Dishes (2)

温かい料理のコーナー

  • • Rice Cake (Mochi)
  •   I wondered how this mochi was prepared.
  • • Seafood Five-Spice Rolls
  •   Spring rolls filled with shrimp and seasoned with Chinese five-spice.
  • • Vegetable Curry Puffs
  •   Deep-fried pastries filled with curry-flavored vegetables.

Cheese Selection

チーズ

This section on the left features a variety of cheeses.

  • • Brie
  • • Blue Cheese
  • • Sheep’s Milk Cheese
  • • Camembert
  • • Gouda, etc.

Chicken Satay

チキン・サテ

  • • Chicken Satay
  •   Indonesian-style grilled skewered chicken popular in Southeast Asia.
  • • Satay Sauce
  •   Made with ingredients such as peanut butter.

Sushi Rolls

巻き寿司

Singapore-style sushi rolls. The nori (seaweed) is rolled on the inside.

What I Had

いただいたお料理

This is what I had.

  • • Chicken Satay
  • • Four kinds of sushi rolls
  • • Vegetable Curry Puffs
  • • Chicken Rice
  • • White asparagus & carrot sticks
  • • Salad
  • • Beer, etc.

Champagne & Red Wine

シャンパンと赤ワイン

After dinner, I had some champagne and red wine and relaxed for a while.

Champagne

シャンパン

This is a bottle of champagne: “Ruinart.”

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Breakfast – Day 3

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Porridge & Miso Soup

おかゆと味噌汁

On the third day, I also chose to have breakfast at the club lounge.

This is the porridge and miso soup section.

Salad Section

サラダのコーナー

This is the salad section.

Appetizer Section

前菜のコーナー

This is the appetizer section.

  • • Parma ham
  • • Mortadella (Bologna ham)
  • • Smoked trout
  • • Smoked salmon

Hot Dishes

温かい料理のコーナー

  • • Hash browns
  • • Grilled cherry tomatoes

Fruit Section

果物のコーナー

Fresh cut fruits are available here.

Fruits, Yogurt & Cereals

果物、ヨーグルト、シリアル

This section offers cut fruits, yogurt, and cereals.

Bread Selection

パンのコーナー

This is the bread section.

Dim Sum

飲茶

Shumai and dumplings.

Sausages & Beans

ソーセージと豆料理

Sausages and bean dishes.

What I Had

いただいた料理

This is what I had for breakfast on the third day.

  • • Char siu noodles
  • • Cheese, dumplings, shumai, croquette, ham, smoked salmon, sausages
  • • Soup
  • • Bread (croissants, scones, etc.)
  • • Strawberries and waffles
  • • Champagne

Char Siu Noodles

チャーシュー麺

This is char siu noodle soup. It was topped with bok choy and dumplings.

Dessert

デザート

This is dessert.

  • • Strawberries
  •   They were very sweet and delicious.
  • • Waffles
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