Swissotel The Stamford: My Room

Alrightieee, I was done with check-in and immediately went to find my room on the 48th floor. I'm here now, it's probably too early to tell, but I can say, if check-in was chaos, this room is, the exact opposite.

I cannot say this room is ultra luxurious with new, first class amenities, or hi-tech things we all usually hear about 5-star hotels. This one is actually old, with aged things around, and even almost bare. Still, my relief from that check-in counter pandemonium, made me savor the peace and quiet in this room!

I did remind myself about the 'bottomline' why I chose this hotel.., to witness the new year fireworks at Marina Bay, later at midnight. I needed that reminder, because, if I would bother myself with the worth of this room versus the price I paid, I could die of frustration - if there is such a thing! Carpet color and design pa lang, parang Silahis Hotel circa 1986! So I told myself, I am paying for the view. Sige na nga!

So, where is this expensive view, aber?!

Eto yun... plus the fireworks show later tonight..,

From the terrace, that's my direct view now. Historic things but let's talk about them later. Madami eh!

Meantime, I am supposed to, because I wanted to show you the rest of this room!

As I sat on the writing desk, those are the 'two big beds' that the check-in clerk told me. Okay sige..,

Still from the desk, a view of the TV, dresser, door to the bathroom, the main door. etc..,

And that is the desk, the TV, the dresser viewed from the bed! Whadyathink?😜

I know what you're thinkin, same question I have: is this really a 5-star hotel? Okay fine, kung ayaw nyo ng "parang Silahis Hotel".., oh eh di "parang Philippine Village Hotel"! Waaaheheh for those of you who cannot relate, just try doing your own research on Philippine Village and Silahis Hotels of yesteryears!

O eto.., baka sabihin nyong I'm exaggerating. Tingnan nyo yellowish na! Pati vincard gasgas na!

Ang talepano.., I'll call you on the telephone hehehe. But I like the notepad ha?! Just the right size!

Thermostat dial ang tawag dito. Sa kanan yung HI MED LO for the air speed. Oh ha? Alam ko pa!

Baka sakali ang dala mo eh Tower PC na walang WiFi! Modern na rin naman sila (10 years ago)!

And yes, they have 'universalized' some of their electric sockets, while some remain Singaporean!

And I like this drawer.., it has a Bible by Gideons, The Teaching of Buddha by Bukkyo Dendo Kyokai

Kasama si Wong Kei-Ying, Master of the Shadowless Kick by HBO! Complete spiritual treasure trove!

I do think, this hotel is not at all wanting on amenities. Look, there's a Haute Couture TWG box..,

In that box, left side lang and TWG. Sa kanan, the hotel's sugar pouches and Nescafe 'stick' sachets!

And 4 bottles of 'free' water. Yes 4 bottles as the room is good for 4 people daw. Tapos mag-isa ako :(

Ah, etong mga ito.., me bayad lahat ito! Di ko na inalam. basta, mahal!

Well, I truly like the big wide mirrors.., almost the length of the entire bathroom!

How old is Waterfront? Because their bathroom sink styles are about the same... aged hehehe!

Ah, I think, these toiletries are at least of the newer kind! Teka, sabi good for 4, eh parang 2 lang ah!

Did you know, inuuwi ko lahat yan? Yes, you know who you are na laging inaabangan ang mga 'yan 😅

Oh well, I know I am just here for the fireworks view. And, this is the tallest hotel in the area. So, as of now, I can't say I don't like it.., because, this terrace is the most important thing in this room for me..,

About 45 degrees to the left is Marina Bay (yes, clear view), so I expect a 'good vantage'. This, by the way is the 48th floor. I would normally not even open that door when my room is this high. But tonight is a different occasion. I surely will be out there. Huwag lang sana ako ilipad ng malakas na hangin!

Let's talk about views next!