Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore 5*

Shangri-La means utopia, so this remarkable hotel is aptly names. Its location is ideal and its reputation for exemplary service and attention to detail is more than justified. The Shangri-La’s sense of peace and tranquillity is enhanced by the sheer glass walls overlooking 15 acres of superbly landscaped gardens.

There are 750 rooms and suites situated in the Tower, Garden and Valley Wings.

All are tastefully decorated and designed for maximum comfort, privacy and relaxation.

Facilities include private bathroom, air-conditioning, satellite TV and minibar.

An extensive choice of restaurants includes Japanese delicacies at Nadaman, Cantonese cuisine at Shang Palace, fine dining at Blu and all-day dining at The Line featuring 16 kitchens.

Health Club with a fully equipped gymnasium, steam and shower and Jacuzzi. Other leisure facilities include four tennis courts, three-hole pitch and putt golf course and an outdoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi.