8 hotels with the best views of the Singapore National Day fireworks
Getting tickets to Taylor Swift’s concert may be challenging, but the real difficulty lies in balloting for the Singapore National Day Parade (NDP). If lady luck did not smile on you and bless you with NDP tickets, consider booking a staycation with amazing views of the fireworks.
This year’s NDP, which is held at Padang, will launch the fireworks at Marina Bay at around 8pm.
If you’re planning an NDP staycation, you’d better book fast before they sell out! These hotels have the best views of the NDP fireworks and let you enjoy the show from the comfort of your air-conditioned room.
1. Marina Bay Sands
Opt for City View or Sky View rooms to catch the fireworks from your hotel room. Otherwise, you can also head to the SkyPark Observation Deck (ticketed entry) at level 56 or the iconic infinity pool (exclusive to hotel guests) at level 57.
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2. The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
Go for the rooms with Marina Bay View to watch the fireworks while soaking in their Insta-worthy bathtub!
Foodies can also hop over to The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore’s Republic Bar, which will be offering special cocktails encapsulating Singapore’s vibrant history. From 5 to 9 August, 5:30pm till late, guests can try unique cocktails like the Lion City, an ode to the first locally made post-war film; Pop Yeh Yeh, a reference to a musical movement in the 1960s; and The Georgette, which is named after a local pioneering artist. On these days, all guests with reservations will get a complimentary National Day welcome cocktail and roasted duck kueh pie tee.
At the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant Colony, the nation’s 58th year of independence will be honoured with a journey through Singapore’s heritage cuisines on 9 August. On the menu are Nanyang Prawn Noodle Soup, Singapore Chilli Crab Linguine, and Fried Oyster Omelette.
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3. The Fullerton Bay Hotel
The Fullerton Bay Hotel may not be a high-rise hotel, but it has one of the best locations with an unobstructed view of the NDP fireworks. Choose the rooms with Bay View when booking your staycation.
You can also enjoy the fireworks from the rooftop bar with the Table Package that includes drinks and the National Day Sharing Platter, comprising locally inspired snacks such as Rojak Wings, Mackerel Otah Fritters and Salted Egg Yolk Soft-Shell Crab.
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4. The Fullerton Hotel Singapore
What’s a better place than a heritage hotel, housed in a grand neoclassical National Monument building, to catch the NDP fireworks? The rooms with Marina Bay View will give you a good view of the fireworks.
The Lighthouse, perched atop The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, will also be re-opening exclusively on Saturdays from 15 to 29 July. Guests can catch the National Day Preview fireworks while indulging in the National Day Sharing Platter consisting of locally inspired delights, such as Rendang Wagyu Beef Sliders. On National Day, you can enjoy a rooftop celebration and an elegant Singapore Skyline Four-Course Set Dinner in the indoor dining room. There will also be a live stream of the parade.
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5. Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay
Singapore’s first “garden-in-a-hotel”, Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay was recently refurbished in 2020 with a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Go for the rooms with names that mention “Marina Bay” to enjoy the NDP fireworks while minimising your impact on the environment.
From 14 July until 12 August 2023, you can also enjoy an array of local delights, including Chicken Bak Kut Teh, DIY Kueh Pie Tee, Seafood Otak, Prawn Roll, BBQ Chicken Wings, and local desserts such as Grated Coconut and Sesame Muah Chee, an assortment of Potong Ice Cream, and the classic Durian Pengat (a dish cooked with coconut milk and gula melaka), at Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay’s Peppermint.
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6. Pan Pacific Singapore
The rooms at Pan Pacific Singapore can be a little confusing with all the different views they offer – but what you’d want is those with Bay View or Sea View to catch the NDP fireworks.
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7. Swissotel The Stamford
The tallest hotel in Singapore, Swissotel The Stamford, can give you an unobstructed view of the NDP fireworks despite its distance from Marina Bay. Opt for the rooms with Harbour View to enjoy the show from your room or the rooms with Lounge Access for a panoramic view from the Level 65 Lounge.
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8. Fairmont Singapore
Choose the rooms with Harbour View or Lounge Access to watch the NDP fireworks. The Fairmont Gold Lounge is located on level 25, with an unparalleled view of the harbour and Singapore’s skyline.
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