Public transport is easily accessible and walking is a good way to explore the city. A few minutes away from the hotel is Orchard Road, a shopper’s paradise. It is renowned for large shopping malls, luxury stores, cafes and night clubs.
Most of Singapore’s major attractions are within 30 to 45 minutes of the hotel by taxi.
Taxis
Taxis are readily available throughout Singapore. They are generally comfortable and safe. All taxis are metered.
Please note there is a 50% surcharge for rides between 12midnight and 6am. A 35% surcharge also applies during peak hours (7am to 9.30am and 5pm to 8pm, Mon-Sat).
Public Transport
Buses
Buses in Singapore are efficient and inexpensive. For most routes, buses run between 6am and 12midnight.
Bus rides accept cash or an EZ-link Card, which is also accepted on the Singapore Mass Rapid Transit (SMRT).
Train
SMRT (Singapore Mass Rapid Transit), a train service connecting all parts of Singapore, is the fastest way to get around the island. It is inexpensive and trains operate from 5.30am until 12.30am daily.
Car Hire
Guests driving and checking into the hotel will enjoy complimentary parking at the hotel’s car park during their stay.
Alternatively, if guests choose to valet park their vehicles, charges of SGD 18 nett per day apply.
Car Rental
Given the small size of Singapore, and the excellent transit network, renting a car is generally not necessary.
A valid international driver's permit is required to rent a car in Singapore. Car rental services are available at the hotel.
Also note that coupons for parking spaces must be purchased before you park and these are available from post offices or petrol stations.
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Hotel Shuttle
The hotel provides a complimentary daily loop shuttle service that travels from Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore, to the nearby Traders Hotel and then to Orchard Road.
Morning shuttle service is provided to the Central Business District at Shenton Way and selected business parks Monday through Friday.
Please ask our hotel concierge for more information.
