Situated in the ex-Ogilvy Centre along Robinson Road, Sofitel So Singapore boasts 134 rooms (including 9 suites) that are conceptualized by Isabelle Miaja, with stylish fluorishes from the legendary Mr. Lagerfeld himself (he created the hotel’s signature lion emblem, which is emblazoned on objects like door knockers and bookends found in every room). Plus, the hotel’s staff are decked out in spiffy Chanel/Lagerfeld threads—how awesome is that?!
The hotel is split into two wings (the So Hip wing and the So Heritage wing), and there are six room types to choose from—So Cosy, So Comfy, So Club, So Lofty, So VIP and So Studio. The whimsical rooms all boast Parisian-inspired furnishings (like three-meter high ceilings and bespoke light boxes above each bed), complete with local touches (think cushions emblazoned with pictures of Singapore street signs). The balconies, which overlook the busy streets of the CBD, are also flanked by European-style columns—you’ll almost feel like you’re in Paris itself. Besides the decor, you’ll also be impressed by the in-room gadgets (they’re obviously Apple fans)—traditional room telephones are replaced by iPhones, while iPad minis are used to control all room functions.
Other notable amenities include Xperience, the hotel’s signature restaurant and bar, where guests will be able to design customized menus based on their desired culinary experiences. The restaurant also brings the concept of breakfast in bed to a whole new level—patrons can choose to dine at a special chef’s table shaped like a bed. Plus, there’s rooftop bar HI-SO to chill at, where guests can unwind next to a golden-tiled infinity pool (the first of its kind in Singapore). There’s also a small library at the hotel lobby that’s crammed with heritage books and Lagerfeld titles like The Little Black Jacket.
