The latest addition to Orchard Road

On this trip we stayed in the Orchard road area of Singapore which is really great for a first timer, lots of shops, restaurants and easy access to all the main sights. We stayed on one of Singapores newest additions the Como Metropolitan. I’ve long been a fan of Como having stayed at their hotels in the Maldives, Italy and Australia. Instantly on arrival the como signature scent hits you as you enter the very modern property. Downstairs in the main entrance there is a Cédric Grolet patisserie with the most incredible pastries (you get to try these at breakfast).

We booked an Emerald room located on the higher floors, the room was a great size and so well equipped, very cleverly designed and someone that stays in hotels lots has clearly thought about logistics. The hotel has a great rooftop pool and bar, and also one of the best fitness rooms I’ve experienced in a city hotel. Breakfast was a real treat at this hotel with so much variety, with a good choice of healthy or indulgent options. Another cool perk is Bruno the robot barista which is complimentary in the lobby area – worth trying just to see a robot make coffee.