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title: "W Hotel Singapore — Stylish Colors next to Sentosa Cove Marina"
description: "W Singapore — Sentosa Cove opened in October 2012 next to the stylish Sentosa Cove marina. Conveniently located on Sentosa Island next to a whole bunch of new elegant restaurants and condominiums, W Singapore features its typical design centric approach to decoration, colors and lighting."
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# W Hotel Singapore — Stylish Colors next to Sentosa Cove Marina

> W Singapore — Sentosa Cove is a design-forward W Hotel that opened in October 2012 on Sentosa Island, next to the upscale Sentosa Cove marina, blending bold décor inspired by Singapore's purple orchid with a lively atmosphere and high-end dining.

## Destination
Sentosa Island, Singapore, adjacent to the Sentosa Cove marina.

## Getting there
Sentosa Island is accessible by taxi, monorail, or funicular. A taxi to the city centre costs around S$15; a transfer to Changi Airport costs just over S$30. Most taxis accept credit cards.

## Why visit
The hotel stands out for its ornate orchid-inspired purple décor, immersive BOSE sound systems (including an underwater audio system in the pool), and its location next to a cluster of new restaurants and condominiums at Sentosa Cove marina.

## What to see
- **Purple Orchid–Inspired Interior Design** — Ornamental patterns and purple lighting throughout the hotel reference Singapore's national flower.
- **Sentosa Cove Marina** — Stylish yacht marina visible from the hotel, especially from the WOW Suite's private plunge pool.
- **Illuminated Merlion** — Landmark on Sentosa Island, part of the broader entertainment complex.
- **Asia's Largest Aquarium** — Located within Sentosa Island's entertainment complex.

## What to do
- **Dine at SKIRT Restaurant** — Hotel steakhouse led by Australian chef Andrew Nocente, focused on high-quality Australian meat and unusual cuts; note that wine prices are steep, starting at S$150 per bottle.
- **WOW Suite Infinity Plunge Pool** — The top-tier suite features a private terrace pool overlooking the marina's yachts.
- **Golf** — Sentosa Island has two golf courses available.

## Good to know
Wine prices at SKIRT restaurant are notably high — S$20 per glass and bottles starting at S$150. When taking a taxi, confirm the cab has a credit card reader if you are not carrying Singapore dollars, as not all taxis are equipped with one.

## Photos

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photos:
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/W-hotel-logo-main-entrance.jpg"
    caption: "W logos beside main hotel entrance"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pool-bar-W-Singapore-design-hotel.jpg"
    caption: "Pool bar at night"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/spa-pool-W-Singapore-design-hotel.jpg"
    caption: "Spa pool"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/lobby-night-light-W-Singapore-design-hotel.jpg"
    caption: "Evening ambience in hotel lobby with GM Stephane"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/restaurant-Skirt-W-Singapore-design-hotel.jpg"
    caption: "Restaurant \"Skirt\""
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Skirt-beef-Wellington-restaurant-W-Singapore.jpg"
    caption: "Skirt beef Wellington"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/bathroom-Away-room-W-Singapore-design-hotel.jpg"
    caption: "Bathroom in Away room category"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Wow-living-room-W-Singapore-design-hotel.jpg"
    caption: "Wow living room"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Wow-terrace-W-Singapore-design-hotel.jpg"
    caption: "View of marina from W Hotel Wow terrace"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Merlion-Sentosa-Island-Singapore.jpg"
    caption: "Illuminated merlion"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/elevator-mirror-W-Singapore-design-hotel.jpg"
    caption: "Walter and Supriya Ghosh in the elevator"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Saengerin-Gala-Event-SWISS-Erstflug-Zuerich-Singapur.jpg"
    caption: "Singer at gala dinner at Singapore's new Cruise Center"
```