Quirky fun

Service robots and free hanging bicycle frames are part of the charm at Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore by Shangri-la, and its strategic location is full of pleasant surprises.

Staycations are a fuss-free way of spending quality time with the family, and Hotel Jen Tanglin is more than capable of providing a fun-filled experience. The whimsically designed hotel features multiple Instagram-worthy spots throughout the hotel, such as floating beds, repurposed bicycle frames and graffiti walls. The quirkiness doesn’t stop there; as a technology driven hotel, room service to all 565 guest rooms is done via their Jena concierge robot.

When you’re done asking Jena for a wefie or finding the perfect backdrop for your next post, head out for an exploration of the city by foot or bicycle. Located beside Tanglin Mall, you can start your shopping walkabout there before heading down the rest of Orchard Road for a retail therapy marathon. The picturesque Dempsey Hill area is a 20-minute stroll away but is much better explored via the bicycles that Hotel Jen Tanglin provides. Spend the afternoon navigating the preserved colonial buildings and enjoy a revitalising repast from the myriad dining options in Dempsey. Better yet, ride with the family to the Botanic Gardens for a relaxing picnic affair.

After a well-spent day out, unwind at Hotel Jen Tanglin’s many amenities. Enjoy a peaceful soak in the outdoor garden pool, break a sweat in the 24-hour gym or indulge in pampering massages and spa treatments. Follow that up with poolside dining at local-focused Ah Hoi’s Kitchen, all-day dining at buffet restaurant J65 (which includes daily themed seafood buffets), or a nightcap at the hidden Rumpoles Bar. Finally, retire to the comfort of the stylised rooms to enjoy the rest of your weekend.