The season of the red lion and pyrotechnics is back. You know it – National Day is right around the corner. For those seeking unobstructed views of the fireworks, we’ve got you covered with a list of the best hotels in Singapore for National Day fireworks.
We’ve checked, all these hotels still have rooms available – for now! Treat yourself to a staycation with views of the fireworks on 9th August or during the NDP rehearsals and previews.
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With a red and white flag and a National Day Guide in hand, it’s time to start strategising on where to get the best views of the National Day Parade Fireworks. If you weren’t able to snag NDP tickets, some of the most popular places to perch would be Marina Barrage, Esplanade Gardens in front of Victoria Concert Hall Theatre, National Gallery’s rooftop and of course, Marina Bay.
To avoid being smushed and your IG pics being photobombed by stray hands and phones on the actual day itself, you can catch the fireworks during the rehearsal runs on the following dates:
If you want to get into specifics, fireworks are set off 4 times during the entire parade, with the first starting around 7.30pm. You’ll also spot fireworks at the 7.50pm and 8pm mark, give or take a couple of minutes. The major explosive show begins right after the singing of the National Anthem, at about 8.10pm, and is said to last 10 minutes or so.
Even better, do it in the comfort of a hotel. Remember to let your hotel know when booking that you’d like a room on a higher floor, especially if it’s a distance away from the Padang. Here’s a price breakdown of hotels from where you can watch the sparkling display.
| Hotel | Room | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Naumi Singapore | Patio Room | From $432 |
| PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay | Urban Deluxe Room | From $607 |
| Mandarin Oriental | Bay View Room | From $782 |
| Peninsula Excelsior | Executive Bay View room | From $825 |
| Swissotel The Stamford | Premier Marina Bay Room | From $988 |
| Pan Pacific Singapore | Pacific Club Room | From $1,100 |
| Fairmont Singapore | Deluxe Harbour Room | From $1,128 |
| The Fullerton Hotel Singapore | Marina Bay View Room | From $1615 |
| The Ritz-Carlton | Deluxe Marina room | From $1,700 |
What we love about PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, are the views from its Urban Deluxe Room, which comes with a private balcony that faces the Padang. These rooms are still available for booking compared to their Marina Bay rooms and are a fraction of the cost with a better view. If you still want to get the classic MBS National Day pic, you can book their Signature Marina Bay Room on rehearsal dates.
You can also head up to Skyline Bar right by the hotel swimming pool for a tipple while watching the blazing fireworks display.
Room rates: From $607 for Padang view, From $1,170 for Marina Bay views;
Rooms to book: Urban Deluxe Room
Image credit: Naumi Hotels
For a boutique staycation in the CBD without breaking your budget, Naumi Singapore is your best bet. It’s known for its design-led rooms – think cheerful, Warhol-inspired suites or a zen Muji-like room with airy fabrics and light wooden furniture that’ll spark envy amongst your IG pals.
We recommend the Patio Rooms which come with a private outdoor deck surrounded by greenery, complete with a cosy daybed, for some peace and quiet. However, do note that there are no views of the fireworks from here.
When you’re ready to get in on the NDP action, head up to the rooftop infinity pool for unobstructed views of the National Day fireworks against the city skyline.
Room rates: From $432
Rooms to book: Patio room
Mandarin Oriental is one of the bougiest hotel chains in the world, with locations from London to Hong Kong. Its Singapore location atop Marina Square has great panoramic views including that of the Padang, making it a great pick to watch the National Day Parade.
The obvious choice of room would be their Bay View Room, which, although slightly obstructed from the Padang, still allows you to see the rockets sparking and soaring. A good alternative to a room view is heading to either the hotel’s MO Bar or BAY@5, their al fresco lounge. Both have great access to the bay’s skyline and better vantage of the festivities on the other side.
Room rates: From $782
Rooms to book: Bay View room
A hidden gem hotel that may have slipped your mind is the Peninsula Excelsior, which is just behind the National Gallery, allowing for the clearest views of the Padang from a hotel. Their Executive Bay View rooms peeks right over the field where the parade will be held, where you’ll be able to catch the action.
Image credit: Peninsula Excelsior
Room rates: from $825
Rooms to book: Executive Bay View room
They say the best view is always from the top, so naturally, you’ll want to watch the NDP by staying at Singapore’s tallest hotel, Swissotel The Stamford. This 5-star giant has rooms right up to the 65th floor, meaning you’ll be amongst all the explosions of colour and aerial displays by the Air Force.
Pop a bottle of bubbly and shout Majulah Singapura from the comfort of your own balcony in their Premium Marina Bay Room. The room has all the amenities you’d expect from a luxury room like a bathtub and a king-sized bed, but the private balcony adds oomph to the whole experience, especially from such a towering height.
Room rates: From $988 for Marina Bay views
Rooms to book: Premier Marina Bay Room
Enjoy up-close fireworks views by booking a stay at Fairmont Singapore’s Deluxe Harbour Room. With panoramic views of Marina Bay, it’s no wonder that this hotel has been a long-time favourite amongst Singaporeans during NDP season.
If you’re lucky, some of their rooms are positioned right on top of the Padang so you can peer right at all the patriotic fun.
Room rates: From $1,128
Rooms to book: Deluxe Harbour Room
Pan Pacific Singapore is a no-brainer when it comes to booking NDP staycations, especially with its location right by Marina Bay.
The hotel is even offering a Fireworks by the Bay Package, available from now until 9th August 2024. You can choose room categories from the Executive Marina Bay Room for sweeping views of the Marina Bay, or the Pacific Club Room for Padang parade views.
Do keep in mind that the hotel is quite a distance from the Padang so views may be slightly obstructed, however, if you’re on a high enough floor, you should still be able to watch the fireworks with ease.
For families, check into the Urban Jungle Suite, a themed suite which has separate sleeping zones for parents in the main bedroom; and a jungle-themed room with inflatable rocking hippo, a teepee, and a treehouse bunk bed for 2 kids.
The Urban Jungle Suites have no views of the Marina Bay, but the kids will be just as excited to head up to the swimming pool to catch the fireworks.
Room rates: From $1,100 for Pacific Club Room or $1,020.00 for an Executive Marina Bay Room
Rooms to book: Pacific Club Room or Executive Marina Bay Room
Is there a better place to celebrate Singapore’s birthday than a historically-significant landmark that was once home to the General Post Office? We think not.
Not only has The Fullerton Hotel Singapore witnessed important events of our nation’s past, its Marina Bay View Rooms have direct views of all the action. Cues Katy Perry’s Fireworks.
Room rates: From $1,615
Rooms to book: Marina Bay View Room
One of Singapore’s most swoon-worthy photo spots ain’t Marina Bay Sands or Jewel Changi. No sir, it’s from the bathtub of The Ritz-Carlton. Specifically, the one by the iconic octagonal-shaped windows that look out to the most beautiful views of the bay.
Their Marina Bay view rooms are by far the most in demand for this season, as they provide the best of both worlds with views from either side of the bay. The rooms start at $1,700 with their Deluxe Marina room and go up to a whopping $3,440/night in their Millenia Suite. If you’re planning to go all out and show off your parade pride, this is the place to do it.
Room rates: from $1,700
Rooms to book: Deluxe Marina room
Catch this year’s dazzling pyrotechnics display at these hotels with views of the fireworks, away from the crowds. If you already have other plans for 9th August, you can also catch the fireworks during the National Day Parade rehearsals every Saturday from now till the actual day.
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Cover image adapted from: PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay , @ikamakeiron via Instagram, Swissotel The Stamford
This article was first published on 30th June 2022. Last updated on 1st July 2024 by Ezekiel Sen.
A portion of this content may contain referral links to products. However, all opinions remain our own.
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