Malaysia, June 2016 – Far East Hospitality (“FEH”), Singapore’s largest operator of hotels and serviced residences, today announced that the Oasia Hotel Downtown, Singapore officially opens. The new addition embodies Oasia’s dedication to inspire and empower guests to Journey Well when travelling through three wellness pillars: Refresh, Refuel and Recharge.

Oasia Hotel Downtown, Singapore is the latest hotel under the Oasia Brand by Far East Hospitality to open in Singapore. In 2011, Far East Hospitality debuted the Oasia brand with the opening of Oasia Hotel Novena in Singapore. Oasia redefines and sets new standards to city hospitality experience as the destination of choice for astute business and leisure travellers who seek wellness within the comfort and familiarity of a city. Travellers are becoming more selective when deciding their choice of accommodation during their travels and we believe Oasia’s clear focus on health and wellness will resonate with both business and leisure guests.

“Singapore has truly established itself as a global and regional travel destination, an indication of this is the 15.2 million visitors in 2015” comments Mr. Arthur Kiong, Chief Executive Officer of Far East Hospitality. “With travel becoming more affordable, we foresee the growth of tourism in Singapore providing considerable opportunities for the hospitality industry”

Mr. Kiong adds, “Travellers want to get the most out of their trips, and we understand and know exactly what our guests need to journey well. Be it for business or leisure, Oasia is uniquely designed to inspire and empower guests to refresh, refuel and recharge so that they can accomplish far more during their stay with us.”

Oasia Hotel Downtown is an amalgamation of modern, urban design and eco-friendly elements that offers a restorative respite in the city centre. Set against an urban landscape of concrete, steel, glass, the building will stand out with a unique silhouette covered by a lush green façade that is a massive vertical garden. This greenery, enhanced by alternating 30-metre tall sky gardens and sleek architectural details is designed by home-grown award winning firm, WOHA and the organic-themed interior is designed by renowned Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola.

The hotel is centrally located in downtown Tanjong Pagar area which is set to be transformed into Singapore’s next waterfront city with a hive of business, commercial and residential activities. With Tanjong Pagar MRT station right at the hotel’s doorstep, guests can conveniently travel to anywhere in the city.

JOURNEY WELL ON YOUR TRAVELS A 2015 survey done by Skift on “What Business Travellers Prefer” showed that business travellers often compromise wellness during travelling: 38.7% of travellers sleep worse, 22.3% skip meals or resort to fast-food when they’re too busy, and 41.7% exercise less .

Conceived with the wellness of guests in mind, Oasia Hotel Downtown, Singapore is a new respite in the city that inspires and empowers guests to Journey Well when travelling through three wellness pillars – Refresh, Refuel, and Recharge.

Refresh The Refresh pillar addresses the importance of providing the ideal respite to refresh both the mind and body. It epitomises quality rest in a comfortable, peaceful and rejuvenating environment. At Oasia Hotel Downtown, Singapore, guests will enjoy plenty of open-air spaces available at level 12 – the hotel’s reception and level 27 – the rooftop garden that offers a panoramic view of the surrounding cityscape. In fact, the entire building will be clad in a “living” skin of greenery akin a massive vertical garden providing guests an aura of living, breathing lushness for their well-being.

The 27-story business hotel, Oasia Hotel Downtown, Singapore has a total of 314 rooms, with 140 Superior rooms, 84 Deluxe rooms, 88 Club rooms, and 2 Club Suites.

Refuel The Refuel pillar emphasizes the importance of staying healthy with quality nourishment throughout the day.

Located at the lobby level 1, hotel guests can enjoy all-day dining at The Marmalade Pantry which is a well-known restaurant chain specialising in modern comfort food whilst retaining the freshness and clarity of the ingredients. Founded in 1999, The Marmalade Pantry has created a name for itself with its signature contemporary bistro experience of serving good food in unique locales.

The hotel In-room Dining menu which is to be provided by The Marmalade Pantry will offer healthier options, available round-the-clock.

Recharge The Recharge pillar presents guests with the opportunity to maintain a healthy lifestyle through exercises.

Escape the hustle and bustle and unwind at any of the three feature swimming pools located at level 21 and level 27, where spectacular views of the city can be enjoyed. On level 12, the 24-hour state-of-the-art gym provides a serene setting for guests to work out and recharge – all while overlooking a picturesque view of Singapore’s central business district.

Oasia Hotel Downtown is located at 100 Peck Seah Street, Singapore 079333.

For bookings, please contact +65 6881 8888 or email reseasy@fareast.com.sg