M Hotel Singapore

The bronze bull in the lobby of M Hotel Singapore is a nod to the fact that this is a business hotel. The 29-floor glass building is located in the Central Business District and overlooks commercial skyscrapers and some of Marina Bay. The sprawling lobby, with its sleek and spare wood, glass, and steel decor, bustles with local and international guests -- most of which are here for business. The main reception area offers multiple check-in desks and some seating. The hotel's dining spaces have a similar sleek and corporate vibe that's a bit generic, but it's all clean and sophisticated. Though the majority of the clientele comprises business travelers, some tourists stay here too, though it's not the best location for sightseeing.  

The M Hotel Singapore is at the southern end of the Central Business District. The hotel usually offers a free morning shuttle to a few business destinations within the neighborhood. The Tanjong Pagar MRT station is just a five-minute walk away, and is useful for traveling within the area and downtown. There are a few easy direct stops for travelers looking to sightsee, such as hot spots Clarke Quay and Chinatown, which can both be reached in under 30 minutes by public transit (it takes around the same time to walk as well; Chinatown is closer than Clarke Quay, and walkable in 20 minutes). Cabs, though not accessible via cabstand at the hotel, can get guests to Sentosa or VivoCity in less than 10 minutes. Visitors looking for good food or shopping don’t have to travel too far, with top destinations like the Lau Pa Sat Food Centre and 100 AM Shopping Mall within a five- to 10-minute walk of the property. Changi Airport is about a 20-minute drive away, or around an hour by public transportation.

Rooms at the M Hotel Singapore have a generic, corporate look with contemporary decor that's awash in neutral hues, but they're spacious and clean. While some guests report that decor updates are needed, the 415 rooms offer top amenities, many of which are aimed at business travelers, including large work desks with power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and laptop safes. Each room also includes free daily newspaper delivery, flat-screen TVs with Chinese and English channels, iron and ironing boards, and AC units. Guests can make use of in-room tea- and coffee-making facilities, or enjoy snacks from the minibar. Marbled bathrooms have separate walk-in showers and tubs, as well as offering free toiletries, hairdryers, and slippers. Bathrooms in suites are larger and have whirlpool tubs. Suites offer a lot more space and have living/dining areas, while Club-level rooms and suites have access to the M Club Lounge, with perks like free breakfast buffets, all-day refreshments, private check-in and check-out facilities, and late checkout privileges. 

As a business hotel, M Hotel Singapore offers an extensive range of business-oriented features. The business center is equipped with desktop computers and free Wi-Fi (and there's free Wi-Fi throughout the property), plus there's an extensive amount of meeting space available for booking, including 32 office suites, 10 meeting rooms, and a ballroom. Guests receive smartphones during their stay that they can use for unlimited local and international calls, unlimited mobile internet, city guides, and more.

Guests can unwind on the Waterfloor (while still staying connected to Wi-Fi) via a full-service hydrotherapy spa and a 40-foot rooftop pool and hot tub, with free towels, lounge chairs, tables, and outdoor showers. There's also a 24-hour fitness center that's equipped with a decent amount of modern cardio and strength-training machines as well as free weights. 

On-site dining options include Cafe 2000, which offers Asian and Western favorites. For those looking for a less formal dining experience, there are hot and cold dishes offered at The Buffet Restaurant, and there's a sushi restaurant. J Bar offers cocktails and tapas, as well as live local entertainment. Room service is also available.

Other amenities include dry cleaning and laundry services, free on-site parking, and free morning shuttle service to business hubs in the neighborhood.