The most stunning hotel interiors in Singapore

A scene right out of a Wes Anderson fanboy's dream, The Great Madras is reminiscent of The Grand Budapest Hotel –  minus the purple uniform-clad concierge and lobby boy. This pastel-hued, tropical-wallpapered dream pad is complete with Instagrammable opportunities at every nook and cranny – even in each spacious cocoon.

But the inspiration behind the hotel's interiors is actually closer to home. Local architecture firm FARM designed The Great Madras to reflect the character of Little India, the neighbourhood it's in. Little India's mishmash of different influences is injected into everything from the interiors to the branding. The exterior was left largely untouched to preserve the heritage of the building. New life was instead brought to the interiors, with the thoughtful use of spaces, materials, shapes, and colours.

"Little India is a wonderful and intoxicating riot of sights, sounds, and smells. Colours collide, customs clash, and cultures coexist – resulting in a unique precinct that is layered, vibrant, and big on character," states FARM's description on its website.

The coolest new kid on Keong Saik, the intimate 45-room Hotel Soloha evokes tropical modernism that fits perfectly into the charming street. Swing through the wooden panel doors of the white and blue facade, and you'll be greeted by witty and bold interiors and artisanal furnishings. Dreamt up by interior design firm Avalon Collective and architect ASOLIDPLAN, the hotel provides a refreshing burst of colour that juxtaposes against the earthy tones of the surrounding neighbourhood.

Your experience starts at the reception counter, which doubles up as a technicolour bar. It ties in the rest of the urban jungle chic aesthetic together, from the wall's bold colours to the earthy, tropical elements. It's a scene straight out of a Wes Anderson movie, with its comfy indigo and blush pink velvet and rattan sofas, terrazzo tables and fresh flowers at the newly-opened Takeshi Noodle Bar, a fusion ramen establishment. 

There is a strong focus on art, too. Hotel Soloha is home to works from local artists like Ethrisha Liaw, who dreamt up a three metre-wide pop art mural in the main areas, as well as dynamic artworks in the guest rooms. In the lift shaft, you'll find a 13-metre painted art piece by Danielle Tay. The artwork, named Spirit of the Forest, seeks to take guests on a journey of curiosity and adventure in a mystical forest as they ride up the elevator. Each floor has a neon spirit animal sign which extends the Soloha ethos. 

The Warehouse Hotel has become an icon in the Robertson Quay district. The brainchild of the Lo & Behold Group, the 37-room boutique hotel takes over an erstwhile warehouse that sits along the old Straits of Malacca trade route and the former epicentre of Singapore's red-light district. The Warehouse Hotel whispers secrets of its illicit past: a spice trading hub at one point, an illegal distillery at another, even a reigning discotheque in the ’80s.

The 120-year building, once used as a warehouse during the height of Singapore's spice trade, has been given a completely new life by Design firms Asylum and Zarch Collaboratives. Now something right out of a hipster's Instagram feed, it features exposed ceilings trusses, brickwork walls, grey floor tiling and mid-century style furniture.

The rooms themselves are a sight to behold (no pun intended). The designers have continued the mixed aesthetic into the bedrooms, where the black ceiling trusses are also left exposed. The industrial look is contrasted by sleek beams, metal-framed furniture, wooden and marble cabinets and luxurious drapes – a mish-mash of old and new.

Andre Fu is a name known by most interior design geeks. Famed for his highly refined aesthetic that combines chic, contemporary interiors with heritage elements,  Andre is the genius behind some of Asia's most beautiful hotels such as the Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore, Kerry Hotel Hong Kong and of course, The Upper House.

A property that has been on everyone's lips since its highly anticipated launch in November 2017, Andaz Singapore is the brainchild of the talented interior designer. Andre has lent his signature aesthetic to everything from the swanky lobby to beautifully-designed guestrooms. Step into the cosy rooms and you'll find organic, fluid spaces which feature warm russet, paprika, aubergine and mustard tones – a nod to Indian and Malay handicrafts. These are complemented by wood-effect tiling to create a natural, earthy feel. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the rooms with natural light and frame breathtaking views of the Singapore skyline. We love the specialised details such as an entrance doorbell housed in a bespoke post box and shophouse-style doors in bold mango yellow.

True to its name, Hotel Mono is the epitome of monochromatic chic. The stunning hideaway is set in six historical shophouses of modern that has been beautifully rejuvenated. The buildings, however, still retain their original charm with characteristic air wells and Rococo-era windows, seamlessly interweaving with the culture of traditional Singapore and the city's urban bustle.

Hotel Mono was dreamt up by award-winning interior designer William Chan and his team at Spacedge Designs. Formerly the Dragon Court Hotel in Chinatown, the heritage property has been given a 180-degree renovation with sleek, clean lines and a dramatic monochromatic colour palette with references grey-scale photography and the lives of Singapore's first Chinese immigrants. Powder-coated steel dominates the rooms, used as rodlike light fixtures that double as clothing racks. The result is a millennial haven.