Sentosa Island, Singapore‘s most popular and closest island getaway, is just 15 minutes from the civic centre. The island offers abundant entertainment and recreational options and an excellent selection of resorts. Ideal for city escapes, staycations or self-care and romantic island retreats. We recently visited a relatively new addition to the island’s accommodation offerings, Oasia Resort Sentosa, and found a unique property perfect for the whole family.
While this stay was complimentary, all thoughts and opinions are our own.
Review of Oasia Resort Sentosa
Hotel snapshot
Hotel: Oasia Resort Sentosa by Far East Hospitality
Address: 23 Beach View, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098679
Number of rooms: 191 rooms and suites
Brand: Oasia
Year opened: 2021
Style: Contemporary wellness-focused resort with a calm, nature-inspired design, combining Singaporean hospitality with an emphasis on wellbeing
Family amenities: Family-friendly rooms and suites, connecting rooms, swimming pool and easy access to Sentosa’s family attractions
Wellness facilities: Outdoor swimming pool, Oasia Spa, fitness centre and a range of wellness treatments and programmes
Best for: Wellness breaks, couples, families and travellers wanting a relaxing alternative to staying in central Singapore
Prices starting from: $300SGD per night, depending on room type and dates.
The arrival experience
Located across from Imbiah monorail station and operated by Far East Hospitality, Oasia Resort Sentosa neighbours sister properties: the family-oriented Village Hotel, the couple-friendly Outpost Hotel, and The Barracks Hotel for history lovers.
Step inside the lobby and see the feature green wall
With a total of 191 rooms and suites, the hotel incorporates a three-storey heritage-listed structure built as an army barracks in 1940 and a six-storey modern annexe. Inside the double-height lobby, an impressive green wall greets guests, as does the signature Oasia scent of orange peel, lemongrass, pepper, ginger, and Japanese cypress.
The room
The resort features five room categories. Premier Rooms, Spa Suites, Suites, and two Duplex Suites with their own rooftop pool are all found in the new Palawan wing with its Nordic clean lines and light timber tones. The original heritage wing goes by the title Wellness Sanctuary and is where the expansive (40-48 sqm) high-ceilinged Junior Suites are found.
The Junior Suite
My Junior Suite was like an upmarket home away from home with its comfortable modern décor, offering a living room with a sofa and a working desk. The separate bedroom with a super comfy king bed, and a spacious bathroom with a deep soaking tub, rain shower and a walk-in closet. In keeping with the wellness theme, toiletries are Australian-made Biology Smart Skincare. The Pillow menu ensures even the most sensitive sleeper can find their perfect fit for the night. The ceiling fan above the bed provided a nice alternative to the air-con while sleeping.
Oasia’s signature teas take pride of place alongside a Lavazza coffee machine as complimentary in-room amenities, as does glass-bottled still and sparkling water. A tray of healthy snacks like nut mixes, dehydrated fruits, and coconut water adds to the wellness theme. Workout videos are available on demand through the two in-room smart TVs. Or you can rent Lululemon mats for in-room yoga, meditation, or fitness sessions. Les Mills on-demand workouts loaded on an iPad are also available for loan.
The facilities
Bedrock Origin is the all-day dining choice here. Breakfast can be enjoyed either indoors or on the shaded veranda. Bedrock Origin is the younger sibling to Singapore’s award-winning steakhouse Bedrock Bar & Grill; however, Bedrock Origin differs from its elder with dishes from the land and sea given equal weight.
In the resort’s central courtyard between the two hotel wings is a 22.5-metre clear glass-walled infinity pool, adding a little theatre for swimmers and observers. Neighbouring properties in this Far East Hospitality cluster of hotels are all accessible to Oasia guests and expand your entertainment, recreational and dining options.
Oasia Spa and Wellness Lounge
The resort’s Wellness Lounge and in-house Oasia Spa can be found adjacent to the lobby. Here, talented therapists deliver Asian-inspired treatments ranging from shiatsu and Thai massage to bamboo body scrubs or a high-tech “forest bathing” experience in the meditation lounge.
Indulge at the spa
Oasia Spa has partnered with luxury organic skincare expert KOTOSHINA from Japan and SPARITUAL for their sustainable and vegan beauty products. The organic Biology toiletries found in the guest rooms are also available as refillable if you bring your own containers or in a recyclable bottle at the Spa’s Biology refill station. The Spa also incorporates a Tea Lounge, where your spa journey typically starts. Following treatments, guests can take advantage of the Meditation Lounge or the sauna.
A unique feature, particularly for guests in the Wellness Wing are Wellness Hours. A changing roster of educational hands-on workshops, like balm and body scrub–making sessions in the Wellness Lounge are available. A knowledgeable staff member guided me through the whole process, patiently explaining the benefits of each ingredient and recommending easily sourced materials as a replacement when repeating the steps at home. What an outstanding take-home – my own jars of self-made healthy souvenirs.
Frequently asked questions: Oasia Resort Sentosa
Oasia Resort Sentosa is located on Sentosa Island, Singapore’s resort and leisure destination. It is close to attractions including Universal Studios Singapore, Adventure Cove Waterpark, the beaches and Resorts World Sentosa.
The resort is also within easy reach of mainland Singapore, making it possible to combine a relaxing resort stay with sightseeing in the city.
Yes, particularly if you want to combine sightseeing with some downtime. Unlike a city-centre hotel, Oasia Resort Sentosa has a more relaxed resort atmosphere, with greenery, wellness facilities and swimming pools.
It is a particularly good option for travellers planning to spend time on Sentosa, although those who want to be in the middle of Singapore’s restaurants, shopping and nightlife may prefer to stay on the mainland.
Yes. The resort is well-suited to families thanks to its location on Sentosa and proximity to attractions such as Universal Studios Singapore, Adventure Cove Waterpark and the island’s beaches.
Family and connecting room options can also make it easier for parents travelling with children.
Yes. The resort’s emphasis on wellness, its peaceful surroundings and access to the beach make it a good choice for couples looking for a more relaxing Singapore stay.
It is particularly appealing if you want to combine sightseeing with spa treatments, pool time and quiet evenings away from the city centre.
Yes. The resort has an outdoor swimming pool where guests can relax between sightseeing and exploring Sentosa.
Wellness is central to the Oasia brand, and the resort has Oasia Spa, offering a range of treatments designed around relaxation and wellbeing. There is also a fitness centre and swimming pool.
For travellers looking for a hotel where wellness is more than an additional facility, this is one of the resort’s main attractions.
Yes. Universal Studios Singapore is located within Resorts World Sentosa and is a short journey from the resort. This makes Oasia Resort Sentosa a convenient base for families planning a day at the theme park.
The resort is on Sentosa rather than in central Singapore. Depending on traffic and your exact destination, travelling into areas such as Marina Bay, Orchard Road or Chinatown generally takes around 20–30 minutes by car or taxi.
The trade-off is that you get a more peaceful resort environment while remaining close enough to explore the city.
Taxis and ride-hailing services are among the easiest options. Sentosa is also connected to mainland Singapore by public transport, including the Sentosa Express and buses.
Once on the mainland, Singapore’s MRT network makes it straightforward to reach many of the city’s main neighbourhoods and attractions.
Singapore Changi Airport is approximately 25–30km from Sentosa, with the journey usually taking around 25–40 minutes by taxi or private car, depending on traffic.
For most visitors with luggage, a taxi or private transfer is likely to be the most convenient option.
Yes. Sentosa’s beaches are easily accessible from the resort, including Palawan Beach and Siloso Beach. This gives guests the option of combining a city break with time by the sea.
Two to three nights works well for most visitors, particularly if you want to explore Sentosa while also having time to enjoy the resort’s wellness facilities.
For a longer Singapore holiday, you could also split your stay between Oasia Resort Sentosa and a hotel in central Singapore, giving you both a city and resort experience.
Final thoughts
Oasia Resort Sentosa provides all the hotel facilities a visitor to Singapore might need, has Sentosa’s recreational facilities on the doorstep, and can also be a quiet haven of rest, relaxation and rejuvenation if that is what you are looking for.
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