1904 British colonial barracks converted into a beach hotel, on Sentosa island.
The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality
From
325.314 €
“Singapore's only 5★ hotel installed in a listed military barracks, two minutes' walk from Siloso Beach.”
The Barracks Hotel Sentosa occupies the former Gunner Lane barracks, a 1904 colonial building restored in 2019 by Far East Hospitality. The rooms blend original beams, teak parquet and contemporary furniture signed by Singaporean designers. We bed down in volumes of 38 to 65 m², sash windows overlooking the tropical canopy or the infinity pool. Siloso Beach is reached on foot in three minutes, no shuttle needed. Rates start at 325 € per night, which remains accessible for a 5★ in Singapore with free private parking. The Booking score of 9.5/10 from 364 reviews reflects attentive service and true coherence between heritage promise and current comfort ✨
Who is it for?
Who we recommend it to
We recommend The Barracks to travellers seeking a beach 5★ without leaving Singapore, families with children (secure pool, calm beach) or couples after a heritage weekend away from the city centre. The hotel also suits groups of friends, the barracks layout offering interconnecting rooms and generous communal spaces. Fans of colonial architecture and contemporary Singaporean design find a rare balance between memory and comfort here.
The building
Architecture and interiors
The Gunner Lane barracks was built in 1904 to house the British gunners of Fort Siloso. Single-storey red-brick building, arcaded galleries, glazed-tile roofs. The 2019 restoration preserved the wrought-iron beams, original sash windows and terrazzo floors. Interiors signed by Singaporean studio Asylum, which mixed woven-rattan furniture, brushed-brass lighting and works by local artists. The scale remains intimate, 40 rooms spread across two wings.
Highlights
- 1904 British barracks listed as a historical monument, restored in 2019
- Siloso Beach 200 metres away, Sentosa's only 5★ with direct beach access on foot
- 25-metre infinity pool surrounded by centenary palms
- Free private parking, rare in Singapore, with electric vehicle charging points
- Rooms of 38 to 65 m² with original beams and solid teak parquet
Location & access
Where the hotel sits in Singapore
The hotel stands on Sentosa island, south of Singapore, 15 minutes by car from the city centre via Sentosa Gateway. Siloso Beach, the calmest of the island's three beaches, is a three-minute walk away. Fort Siloso (military museum) 400 metres off, Universal Studios 2.5 km away. The area is residential and wooded, no immediate shops, but VivoCity (shopping centre) is 10 minutes by free shuttle. Changi Airport 35 minutes off-peak.
Good to know
Before you book
- Parking
- Free, private, with charging points for electric vehicles.
- Pool
- Open 7am to 10pm, infinity, 25 metres, unheated.
- Children
- Welcome, cots and extra beds on request at no extra charge.
- Pets
- Not accepted.
- Wi-Fi
- Free throughout the hotel, fibre optic, stable speeds.
- Accessibility
- PMR-adapted rooms available, lift, access ramps.
Facilities
1 pool
Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Fitness centre
Room service
Facilities for disabled guests
Free parking
Private parking
Location
Where The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality is located
Exact address
The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality
Address
2 Gunner Lane
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