From the heritage to the contemporary ‘The Warehouse Hotel’.

Not so long ago I was introduced to The Warehouse Hotel through our casual after meal conversation in Aomori. The talk went on for hours as we started chatting about some interesting new hotel concepts around the world since my sister and brother in law are working on interior design themselves. I was so attracted to the name of ‘The Warehouse Hotel’ as they mentioned. An idea came through my head which moved me to pack my bags once again and got myself ready to explore more about the ‘new old’.

Finally I landed back in Singapore after so long. Straight from the airport, I made my way to ‘The Warehouse Hotel’. I was so keen about what I was to discover, the interesting story behind, how they have started and the hidden design concept, why warehouse? 

There I was standing literally in the middle of an old Warehouse refurnished with fascinating interior which stunned me for a second. Rather of feeling cold and uneasy, I felt the warmth and the cosiness. I adore this place.

I checked myself in, sat around for a bit to admire the surrounding before I ringing some friends ‘hey guys join me at The Warehouse Hotel’s bar tonight’. I knew it’s gonna be a perfect night to catch up with friends.

We got the River View Loft room which was on the second floor facing the river. Every detail blended in so well. I was amazed by the design of the high gable roof, which, I believed they’ve retained the old warehouse structure. The entire interior was set in subtle mood and tones with the accent of olive green. I love the Ikat bed runner which was in collaboration with Matter Prints, an artisanal textiles company known all over the world. We rested a while l before making our ways to the outdoor infinity pool to watch the sunset.

So the night began with our delish dinner ‘Po Piah’ at The Warehouse Hotel. The menu touched on traditional Singapore dishes infused with contempt tastes which I can’t really describe but to ask you to give it a try. Dish after dish were swiped off by us as though there weren’t anything on those plates before aha!

After dinner we took a stroll around the area to digest over super heavy meal then back for drinks till midnight with friends. It was a great time.

The next morning we got up pretty late for the breakfast after the long but lovely night with friends. Through our morning tea we got a bit of an interesting information about the hotel. I could imagine this on a story book, believe me or not I was imagining scene after scene while listening.

‘The Warehouse Hotel was built in 1895 along the river in the area called Robertson Quay which used to be the Straits of Malacca trade route. Back in the old time, the area was a hotbed of secret societies, underground activity, and liquor distilleries. Today, while much of that history has disappeared, The Robertson Quay is one of the only neighbourhood in Singapore with a vibrant blend of residential and commercial offerings. Situated right next door to the famous Clarke Quay and Boat Quay the bustling riverside with natural food and beverage hub’.

‘The Warehouse Hotel itself has been meticulously restored as a modern 37-room boutique hotel, focusing on heritage and local culture. Open as of January 2017, it delivers thoughtful hospitality with historically-detailed rooms, classic local dishes and craft cocktails in the vibrant neighbourhood of Robertson Quay.’

‘The Warehouse is considered to be the only current hotel which tells the story of Singapore’s new makers, creators & do-ers. Each partnership reflects heritage and local culture’.

- The Warehouse Hotel

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