The Fullerton Hotel Singapore offers old world charm with new Asia elegance, and the result is something spectacular. Built in 1928, the hotel’s building was once home to Singapore’s General Post Offi ce, Chamber of Commerce and The Singapore Club – all of which played an important role in the history of Singapore. However, in 2001, when the luxury hotel opened its 400 rooms and suites, it beckoned in a whole new era.

The hotel, which stands in the heart of the Central Business District, is within walking distance to key cultural attractions such as the Asian Civilisations Museum, Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall, and the Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay as well as Boat Quay, Singapore’s popular dining and entertainment belt. It is also minutes away from the shopping hub of Suntec City Mall and Marina Square, and in close proximity to the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) station, that brings you to other parts of the island.

The Fullerton experience Guests at the hotel enjoy a view of the sunlit atrium courtyard or have balconies that open out to the sweeping panoramas of the city skyline, river promenade or sea. In the rooms, there are state-of-the-art features and high-speed broadband connectivity, and guests enjoy personal touches such as polished shoes are dispatched through a specially-designed niche in the wardrobe closet of each room. To have the full Fullerton experience, you need to stay in one of the hotel’s elegant suites such as the two-storey duplex Loft Suites which has a living room on the fi rst level and the bedroom above; Governor Suite, the grand dame of suites, which has a luxuriously-furnished bedroom, elegant dining room and kitchen, as well as a state-of-the-art sound system and television; or the crème de la crème 199-sqm Presidential Suite, which is furnished with a baby grand piano and a private elevator for discreet access.

Guests who stay at the suites enjoy The Straits Club privileges, which include 24-personalised service, complimentary daily breakfast, reading room access, and evening canapés and cocktails at the Club’s lounge.

While at the Fullerton Hotel, there is a wide selection of stylish restaurants and bars for the most discerning of tastes whether you are looking for a quick sandwich or latte at The Courtyard or a leisurely dinner at the Town Restaurant. Those who are looking for contemporary Chinese cuisine can check out Jade or The Lighthouse for modern Italian food. There is also Post Bar, which features the original ceiling and pillars of the General Post Offi ce, comprises a cocktail bar, a stylish music room and lush outdoor seating. And for those looking for some pampering, you can treat yourself to one of the many massages and body treatments at The Asian Spa, take a dip in the 25m outdoor infi nity swimming pool, or do some retail therapy in the hotel with boutiques offering a selection of quality souvenirs and art pieces. View a collection of works by some of the finest and most promising contemporary Asian artists. Fullerton’s winning formula of personalised service and style continues to win over many each year. It was voted one of the top 25 business hotels and conference hotels in Asia in SmartTravelAsia.com’s Best in Travel Poll 2009, and was listed in Condé Nast Travel’s Gold List 2009. In 2008, Fullerton Hotel bagged the 101 Top Hotel Suites of the Year of Elite Traveler 2008, Singapore’s Leading Hotel in World Travel Awards 2008 and in Travel + Leisure 500 2008 as one of the world’s best hotels. This all cements its reputation as being one of the leading hotels in Singapore and a must for any business traveler.