DoubleTree has long been one of Hilton's most recognisable brands, yet until now Singapore had missed out. That changed with the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Singapore Robertson Quay, a 344-room hotel set on the banks of the Singapore River in one of the city's most relaxed riverside precincts.
The design leans residential rather than corporate: earthy tones, terracotta accents, plenty of greenery and tactile natural materials throughout the rooms and public spaces. The idea is to bring DoubleTree's warmth-first style into a neighbourhood known for its laid-back quayside atmosphere, cafés and riverside dining.
Rooms run from 24 to 50 square metres, and more than 200 of them look straight onto the Singapore River. There's a full spread of layouts: King, Queen and Twin Guest Rooms for solo travellers, couples and friends, plus selected rooms and suites with pull-out sofa beds. Families and groups get practical options too, with four Deluxe Suites and 11 connecting rooms in queen and twin configurations.
Location is a big part of the pitch. Robertson Quay itself is walkable, as are Chinatown, Tiong Bahru and Clarke Quay, three of Singapore's most characterful neighbourhoods. The Central Business District is close by for business travellers, and Havelock MRT Station sits about a five-minute walk away, putting Orchard Road, Sentosa and the rest of the island within easy reach.
Hilton is clearly bullish on the market. Alexandra Murray, the group's area vice president and regional head for South East Asia, framed the opening as strengthening a portfolio in a city the company values for its business community and global connectivity, with Robertson Quay's neighbourhood feel seen as a natural fit for the brand.
Why does this matter for travellers? DoubleTree's arrival adds a mid-to-upper-tier Hilton Honors option in a part of town that skews boutique, where riverside stays have traditionally meant pricier design hotels. If you collect Hilton points or just like the brand's consistency, you now have a dependable base with river views without paying Clarke Quay or Marina Bay premiums. And the surroundings reward staying local: morning runs along the river, brunch spots on your doorstep and a short stroll to Chinatown's hawker stalls make it easy to experience Singapore at a gentler pace than the usual downtown rush.
