Equarius Hotel RWS Review
Equarius Hotel |
This time around, we decided to take the 3D2N All Attractions package, which consists of
Check-in time is at 3pm. Since RWS is notorious for queues around 3pm, we decided to arrive early, leave our luggage, collect our tickets for the SEA aquarium and re-check in at about 4 pm plus to beat the crowd. We needed to immediately and were given the keys to the room of our choice within 5 minutes.
Do note the reception area is smallish, consisting of 4 people manning 2 desks. With a set-up like this, prepare to wait if you intend to check in during the peak period.
Our room was at the end of a long walkway. Do note that rooms can be far from the main lift. This is especially so for rooms with a Garden, which is located on the other end of the building (Approximately >50m away from the main lift)
172 rooms in total
136 Deluxe rooms at 51 sqm
30 Garden Rooms at 139 sqm
6 Suites at 102 sqm
The room we had is a large 51 sqm room. As a comparison, a typical 4-room hdb flat is about 90sqm, so this room is more than half its size of it.
The room has a King size bed which can sleep a family of 4 with 2 very young kids ( If both your kids are above 1 m, we do not advise to squeeze!). More sleeping space can be made on the sofa with a side chaise lounge that can double up as a bed should you need more space.
The room comes with amenities like coffee and tea ( from TWG). It even has an iPad/ iPhone dock for your mobile equipment ( Note supports iPhone 4Gs and iPad 3 or lower)
The website stated that wireless broadband is available. However, they omitted the fact that it is chargeable. Phone reception is, at best mediocre in the room, as my 3G phone seems to be slow within the room.
All rooms come with a huge balcony or even a garden! The balcony space is nice, but there should be more than 1 outdoor chair to complete the look. Equarius Hotel is marketed as a couple hotel ( as opposed to a family hotel like Festive Hotel), and it seems odd that the balcony provides only 1 seat.
Nevertheless, the view is refreshing, even from the 3rd floor where we were situated.
The bathroom itself takes up almost half the room. Clad in marble settings with double vanity sinks, a bathtub, separate shower and toilet rooms and a hidden TV, the bathroom screams luxury. Too bad the body wash used shampoos are of a generic house-brand rather than branded names, and this is a little miss for a hotel touted to be on a more luxurious level with RWS.
It is on the lobby level and in one corner of the main lobby seating area.
The tree-like decor is what defines Forest. You would feel like you are eating under trees when you dine there.
Our package includes a daily buffet breakfast at Forest. We did not try out the Chinese Fine Dining as it was rather pricey ( the cheapest set was about $118 +++ per person)
Buffet breakfast starts at 7am and ends at about 11 am. The crowds are usually in after 845 am as most will be planning to visit the theme parks within RWS that open at 10am.
The 2 days breakfast spread was similar. You have Western dishes like a hash brown, potato chips, bacon, eggs, salad, and some Eastern fare like wanton noodles, fried noodles and Tim sum. Juices and milk are available as well.
- 2 nights stay in a deluxe room in Equarius Hotel
- Daily Breakfast for 2
- USS entrance tickets for 2
- SEA Aquarium tickets for 2
- Adventure Cover ticket for 2
Hotel Lobby
We were greeted by a lobby about the same size as the festive hotel. The good thing about the lobby is that there are quite a number of seats for guests to relax in a while waiting for check-in. In addition, the ceilings are high, and the lobby is painted in a light hue, giving the impression that it is airy and bright.Bright and airy |
Seating area |
Reception area |
Exhausted from a long walkway |
Hotel Room
The room we selected is the deluxe room facing Adventure Cove. The number of rooms in the hotel is as follows172 rooms in total
136 Deluxe rooms at 51 sqm
30 Garden Rooms at 139 sqm
6 Suites at 102 sqm
Equarius hotel Room |
Another Room view |
Coffee and Tea |
iPhone dock from iHome |
Huge Balcony |
Nevertheless, the view is refreshing, even from the 3rd floor where we were situated.
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The Bathroom
The clearest sign that this room is designed with couples in mind is the see-through window between the bathroom and bed. For those who like to keep things in suspense, an electronic wallpaper covers the see-through glass to help keep modesty in check.Double sink |
For your daily needs |
Forest 森 @ Equarius Hotel
The only restaurant located on the premises of Equarius Hotel is Forest. Forest is meant for Chinese Fine Dining in the afternoon or evening. It is jointly opened by Local celebrity chef Sam Leong and RWS.森 @ Equarius Hotel Lobby |
Eating under trees |
Our package includes a daily buffet breakfast at Forest. We did not try out the Chinese Fine Dining as it was rather pricey ( the cheapest set was about $118 +++ per person)
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Buffet Breakfast |
The 2 days breakfast spread was similar. You have Western dishes like a hash brown, potato chips, bacon, eggs, salad, and some Eastern fare like wanton noodles, fried noodles and Tim sum. Juices and milk are available as well.
Do you note eggs are already prepared? Compared to the spread we had at Festive Hotel, the Festive Hotel has more variety for breakfast.
For kids, there are selections of fruits, cereals and the usual suspect like hash brown and bread that they can nibble on.
Indoor Seating |
Outdoor Dining |
The Pool @ Equarius Hotel
Equarius Hotel does not have a swimming pool. The nearest pool would be a pool shared with the beach villas. Compared to the Hard Rock Hotel or Festive Hotel pool, this pool is most suitable for adults or older kids.Relaxing pool |
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Splash |
Other Facilities
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Map of RWS - Source RWS |
ESPA |
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Complimentary shuttle |
West Car Park Shuttle |
Hard Rock Hotel |
Adventure Cove |
Verdict
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We love the secluded location; it feels more like a getaway, especially from the craziness of mainland Singapore.
Looks like the 2 cuties had fun! Would love to try a dinner at Forest soon... hope it's good :P
ReplyDeleteHave a good day!
Dee