With its unique history and location, a visit to Singapore is always a good idea. And when it comes to exceptional stays, it’s jam-packed full of everything you could want, from heritage hotels to boutique options nestled within colourful shophouses. For those looking to be right in the middle of the action, a stay at voco Orchard Singapore could be just the ticket.

While this stay was complimentary, all thoughts and opinions are our own.

Review of voco Orchard Singapore

Arrival & First Impressions

Review of voco Orchard Singapore entrance and mascot Mavis
On arrival, be sure to keep an eye out for the hotel’s mascot, Mavis

Orchard Road arrives all at once: light, heat, and crowds folding into each other in a way only Singapore can pull off. Arriving at voco Orchard Singapore, the first thing that greeted me was Mavis — the hotel’s bright blue bird statue perched at the porte-cochere. More than a mascot, she’s an Instagram regular and a cheerful expression of the brand’s “come on in” ethos.

Inside, soft notes of citrus and pepper, the hotel’s signature scent, set a welcoming tone, with bird motifs giving another nod to Mavis and the voco personality. Check-in was smooth, paperless and unhurried, and a crunchy homemade spiced cookie served as a warm, unfussy welcome.

Set on Orchard Road and five minutes from the MRT, voco Orchard Singapore is a 423-room upscale hotel that blends local heritage references with a lighter, contemporary palette. Sustainability runs through the experience in ways that feel practical rather than performative.

The rooms

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The Deluxe Room promises quiet comforts with exceptionally comfortable bedding crafted from recycled materials

I stayed in a Deluxe Room with voco Club Lounge access, high enough to catch a slice of the Orchard skyline. At 32 sqm, the layout is practical and comfortable: a king bed, desk, and a window-seat armchair for watching the city or planning the day ahead. Warm wood tones and a finch artwork subtly tie back to the voco identity. The bedding was a highlight. Made from around 150 recycled plastic bottles, it felt surprisingly plush. A small card on the pillow was the only clue to its eco-credentials.

The bathroom uses large-format, plant-based Apotheke amenities, helping the hotel avoid single-use plastics. A filtered-water tap at the sink removes the need for bottled water, and the aerated shower head delivers strong pressure while reducing consumption. The layout leans more classic than contemporary with a shower-over-bath setup, though some rooms now include walk-in showers.

Smaller touches deepen the hotel’s warm tone. One afternoon, I returned to find a towel owl tied with a yellow ribbon and a handwritten note from Janu, the housekeeper looking after my room. It was a simple, human moment that quietly elevated the stay.

voco Club Lounge

Review of voco Orchard Singapore Club Lounge
Access to the lounge ensures you have a quiet space for work or a spot for evening sundowners

voco Club Lounge access added a sense of calm retreat above Orchard Road’s bustle. Perched on the 22nd floor, the lounge offers wide city views and an easy, work-friendly atmosphere during the day. Breakfast and evenings bring a curated spread of light dishes, and as the sun sets, the space shifts into a relaxed club hour with canapés and drinks.

From an immediate coffee offer at breakfast to the chef checking in about eggs, the staff were consistently attentive. It felt like a polished extension of the hotel’s “voco life” approach: social without strain, warm without theatrics.

Food & drink

Review of voco Orchard Singapore Opus Bar & Grill food selection
Book in for a meal at Opus Bar & Grill, and enjoy dishes prepared with herbs from the hotel’s own vertical garden

My dinner at Opus Bar & Grill was a standout and the clearest expression of the hotel’s sustainability story. Known for steaks dry-aged in-house and charred over Jarrah wood, the restaurant pairs indulgence with thoughtful sourcing. Seafood is sustainably certified, garnishes come from the hotel’s vertical herb garden, and the restaurant is recognised under Singapore’s Farm-to-Table program.

I ordered the 200-day grain-fed steak, served with a deep, smoky char. Seasonal greens added freshness, while the Over-the-Top Fries with truffle and Parmesan delivered full decadence.

Breakfast at Opus mixes international staples with Singapore’s multicultural flavours. I gravitated toward the South Indian station: crisp masala dosa and medu vada were welcome daily appearances. The room hummed with the relaxed, everyday energy that suits an Orchard Road morning.

On the rooftop, il Cielo brings Italian cooking to the skyline. Handmade pasta and seafood-led plates pair well with the hotel’s sustainability ethos and open-sky setting. Its carbon footprint-labelled menu, created with Klimato, adds a quietly educational touch. Lobby level, D9 Cakery draws both locals and hotel guests with glossy patisserie displays. Their American-style cheesecake lived up to its reputation, and the glass counter displays offer too many reasons to linger.

The wellness offerings

The 12-metre rooftop pool is ideal for a cooling dip or simply lazing on a sunbed after a day exploring the city. I went up early one morning, and the stillness at that height added a calm contrast to bustling Orchard Road below. The 24-hour gym is well-equipped, with sauna and steam rooms on the same level.

What else

The hotel’s sustainability credentials go beyond the room. With GSTC certification, voco Orchard Singapore backs its eco-claims with everyday actions such as PLA key cards and signage made from recycled chopsticks. Its partnership with Plastify turns bulk amenity bottles into guestroom trays in a smart circular solution. Guests can opt into the Greener Stay program for IHG One Reward points, but the overall effect is light: sustainability here feels like a natural part of the stay.

The verdict

For travellers seeking an Orchard Road stay with personality and a genuine eco-edge, voco Orchard Singapore is an easy recommendation. Rooms are comfortable, the Executive Club Lounge adds real value, and Opus Bar & Grill remains one of the area’s strongest dining options. Those after ultra-luxury opulence might look elsewhere, but for a stay that’s warm, grounded, and responsibly run, this hotel finds the right balance.

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