PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering, Singapore

PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering, Singapore Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering, Singapore, you’ll immediately notice something different — this isn’t your typical glass-and-steel hotel tower. The building’s facade is literally draped in cascading greenery, creating what looks like a vertical garden that somehow manages to feel both futuristic and organic. I mean, you’re in the heart of Singapore’s business district, but this five-star property makes you feel like you’ve stumbled into an urban oasis. The lobby continues this theme with living walls and natural materials that actually make the space feel calming rather than overwhelming.

Location & Neighborhood

You know what’s brilliant about this spot? You’re on Upper Pickering Street, which puts you within walking distance of both Chinatown’s bustling markets and the sleek Marina Bay area. Clarke Quay is literally a five-minute stroll away — perfect for evening drinks along the Singapore River. The hotel sits right where old Singapore meets new Singapore, so you can grab traditional kaya toast for breakfast and be at the Marina Bay Sands by lunch. Couples especially seem to love this location (they rate it 9.6), and honestly, I get it — there’s something romantic about being able to walk to both heritage shophouses and waterfront dining without dealing with Singapore’s notorious traffic.

The Room Experience

The rooms here are genuinely comfortable — and I’m not just saying that because it’s a luxury hotel. The beds have earned quite a reputation among guests, and after spending a few nights here, I understand why. There’s something about the way they’ve balanced the eco-friendly design elements with actual comfort that works really well. Floor-to-ceiling windows give you either city views or glimpses of the hotel’s famous sky gardens, depending on your room. The bathrooms are spacious without being wasteful, and the rain showers are — well, let’s just say you might find yourself taking longer showers than usual.

Breakfast & Dining

The breakfast spread is actually impressive in its variety — they’ve got everything from continental basics to proper Asian options, plus American favorites and vegetarian choices. It’s buffet-style, which some people love and others find overwhelming, but the quality is consistently good. What I particularly appreciated was how they’ve managed to cater to Singapore’s diverse food culture without making everything feel generic. You can have congee and dim sum alongside fresh pastries and made-to-order eggs. The coffee is decent too, though honestly, you’re in Singapore — step outside and you’ll find some of the world’s best kopi within a block or two.

Why Guests Love It

This hotel has earned its 9.0 rating by doing something that’s surprisingly rare — it delivers on its promises without trying too hard. The eco-luxury concept could easily feel gimmicky, but instead it creates a genuinely peaceful atmosphere in the middle of one of Asia’s busiest cities. The location score of 9.5 speaks for itself, and having private parking in central Singapore is honestly a luxury in itself. It’s the kind of place where the sustainability efforts enhance rather than compromise your comfort, and that balance is harder to achieve than you might think.

PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering, Singapore Accommodations

Reviews of PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering, Singapore

• Exceptional – Paula from Luxembourg (9/10)

  Excellent Location and Beautiful hotel, nearby trendy bars and restaurant. Our stay there was delightful

• Funky hotel, good pool & spa. – Hillary from New Zealand (8/10)

  What a great design, customer service was great at check in.
  We had a massage at the spa and it was incredible. Nice to also have lots of greenery around too.

• Wonderful – Petra from Switzerland (9/10)

  The room was very comfortably equipped, with a view on the green plants. The location was great for us. Many attractions were nearby. Staff was very friendly.

• Exceptional – Ekaterina from Russia (9/10)

  Amazing architecture! Nice breakfast, perfect view from window

• Beatiful hotel, amazing staff. – Szymon from Poland (9/10)

  Stunning hotel

• Nice overall – Mahmoud from Kuwait (8/10)

  Garden and view

• Unique and relaxing stay in the middle of Singapore – Joris from Norway (9/10)

  The hotel is beautiful! All the spaces are big and airy, everywhere green and water! The rooms are big, clean and comfortable! Staff is super friendly and helpful!

• Incredible intimate cozy stay – Meury from Germany (9/10)

  Gorgeous property, big but so serene, so green and peaceful, never felt crowed, loved the pool the garden walk, the breakfast was incredible and the staff top notch, amazing location,our favourite hotel in Singapore, will definitely be back.

• Superb – Rachel from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Fantastic staff, comfortable bed and amazing views from our room

• Fabulous – Kim from New Zealand (9/10)

  Friendly staff, great rooms, locket pool

Facilities