We were led to the Edition Penthouse, a 200 sqm space that overlooks the garden. The lavish space features a kitchenette, separate living and dining areas, a private balcony and jacuzzi and more. Layers of curtain sheers, black-out shades and louvres cover the floor-to-ceiling windows which allows us to filter the sunlight throughout the day. With such a big space, you can easily get lost.

The separate bed area comprises a king-sized bed, white oak-planked floors and warm white rugs—a staple in every Edition hotel. Connecting to the bedroom is an elegant marble bathroom fitted with a sleek bathtub, two rain showers and custom-made Le Labo bathroom amenities.

Stepping out onto the balcony, we were met with more greenery surrounding the jacuzzi. Lining the Jacuzzi were multiple daybeds which were great for relaxing under the sun. As it had just finished raining, the daybeds were drenched—however, a quick call for a turnover service easily solved the issue.

The balcony, as well as the living and dining areas, are expansive and perfect for hosting parties. While the penthouse only had one bedroom, we were told that a connecting room is available upon request. 

With so much going on in our lives, we wanted to visit The Singapore Edition’s signature spa for a relaxing session. Truly a wellness haven, The Spa offers locally inspired spa treatments such as the deep muscle massage which uses warm jade stones.

We were treated to an Edition Signature Massage session that uses Swedish massage techniques. The session features an aromatic blend of oils including the hotel’s signature Black Tea scent by Le Labo. Our masseuse was also very attentive to our needs, focusing on areas of our body which were particularly tight and sore. The session left us feeling much calmer and more relaxed than when we started.

Apart from massage treatments, the spa also comprises a sunken vitality thermal pool, sauna and steam room which we could try before or after the session. 

We couldn’t wait to try Australian chef Josh Niland’s restaurant Fysh. Decked in jade-coloured velvet banquettes and white marble tables, Niland’s restaurant serves up a hearty seafood-focused steakhouse menu.

The meal started strong with the Fysh egg tart. Aptly named, the dish comprises a crumbly tart filled with creamy creme fraiche and topped with briny trout roe. Each bite was filled with a myriad of flavours and textures that came together well. For mains, we went for the dry-aged Mooloolaba yellowfin tuna ribeye. Similar to a steak, the tuna has been grilled until fragrant and sliced.

As night fell, we couldn’t resist heading to Punch Room for a nightcap. The hotel’s signature bar concept, Punch Room is bathed in a stunning shade of Yves Klein blue and complete with a sculptural blue ceiling pendant by Parisian artist Eric Schmitt. Its cocktail menu is inspired by Southeast Asian spices. For example, the Straits Punch honours William Farquhar, Singapore’s first Resident Commander. The concoction features a refreshing mix of Botanist gin, Kakubin whisky, ruby port, pomegranate, spiced lemon and Ceylon tea. Non-alcoholic cocktails are also available, like the Botanic Garden Punch, a botanical concoction featuring a mix of Seedlip Garden 108, hibiscus, black currant, lemon and salted caramel.

After imbibing on our drinks, we were brought out through a different entrance which led us to the courtyard. Like the conservatory, the stunning garden courtyard features a plethora of native and adapted plants from Southeast Asia—whether we visited during the day or night, it was a beautiful sight to see.

There’s plenty to explore within the hotel. We recommend visiting the rooftop in the late morning, to get your tan on. The rooftop pool stretches 43 metres and features a transparent acrylic screen which offers views into the garden courtyard. While transparent screens are typically caving a certain way, the screen here was flat—this meant we could look through it without our view being warped. The pool is also framed with daybeds and more foliage. We were recommended to sit on the beds along the end of the pool, to get the most of the morning sun.

The pool is located next to The Roof bar making it a perfect spot to lounge under the sun while sipping on cocktails. While it was too early for us to do that, it’s something we look forward to doing when we visit again. 

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