At Artyzen Singapore, the experience moves from long lunches to spacious rooms and rooftop views, all at your own pace (Photos: Artyzen, Kendra Tan and Mohammad Zulhilmi/EdgeProp Singapore)
At Artyzen Singapore, the experience moves from long lunches to spacious rooms and rooftop views, all at your own pace.
When my editor asked if I wanted to go for an experience at Artyzen Singapore, I said yes immediately.
I had been there once before, just for a massage, and it stayed with me. It was one of those sessions where you walk out thinking, “Okay… that was really good”. Since then, I’ve always been curious about the rest of the hotel — especially the rooms — but never got around to booking a stay.
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This felt like a good excuse to finally check in.
Artyzen Singapore sits just off Orchard Road, but the shift in atmosphere is immediate once you arrive.
There’s a noticeable amount of greenery worked into the building, not just at ground level, but layered across different floors, with plants climbing up trellised columns and spilling out from terraces. It softens the usual density you’d expect in this part of town, and gives the whole place a more relaxed, open feel.
The site itself has some history. This used to be Villa Marie, a private residence built by botanist Tan Hoon Siang, and that connection to greenery feels like it has carried through into what the hotel is today.
The project was developed by Shun Tak Holdings, with architecture by Ong&Ong and interiors by Nicholas Graham + Associates. Rather than making a big statement upfront, the design reveals itself gradually as you move through the space — from the planted facades to the open terraces and quieter pockets within the hotel.
We arrived around noon and went straight to Café Quenino for lunch, which ended up setting the tone for the entire stay.
The restaurant is led by Chef de cuisine Ma Yee Khang, and you can tell there’s a strong point of view behind the menu.
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We ordered a starter, two mains, sides and desserts, thinking it would be too much for two.
It was more than enough, yet somehow we still finished everything.
The chicken kapitan curry pot pie was the standout for me. The curry was rich and deeply flavoured, and the roti prata on top was so good I found myself tearing it slowly, almost subconsciously trying to make it last. At one point I was scraping bits stuck to the pot just to get more of it.
The pineapple assam prawn helped balance things out — slightly tangy, a bit lighter — and the coconut basmati rice was surprisingly memorable. Soft, fluffy, fragrant… the kind of rice that makes you pause a bit.
We were already quite full by the end, but still went for dessert anyway. The pandan burnt cheesecake was easily my favourite. Dense, very fragrant and just satisfying without feeling too heavy.
Honestly, my only regret was not coming with more people so we could try more dishes.
After lunch, we checked in and headed up to the room.
We were offered the Premier Balcony King room, and the first thing that stood out was the space.
It was big.
Properly spacious, which isn’t something you say often about Singapore hotels. The high ceiling made a noticeable difference and the balcony added another layer to the room.
I also liked the ceiling fan, which made the room feel more open and less reliant on air-conditioning. A small detail, but it changes the whole atmosphere.
Between the layout, the light and the balcony, it’s a room you actually want to spend time in, not just sleep in.
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The fifth floor of the hotel is dedicated to health and well-being, housing the Wellness & Workout section. Besides a state-of-the-art fitness centre decked out with Technogym equipment, guests can look forward to guided yoga and meditation classes held daily in serene pavilions.
On this level, you’ll also find rejuvenating spa treatment rooms that look just as grand as their hotel rooms.
Treat yourself to a selection of curated spa and massage treatments that promise to leave you refreshed and revitalised. Our pick? The Gemstone Odyssey ritual, a signature massage that includes the use of gemstones for a truly luxurious and profound treatment.
The large, heated bed, warm stones, the steady pressure — everything worked. It took a while to fully switch off, but once I did, I really didn’t want it to end. One hour felt short.
From there, we headed up to the roof garden for sunset cocktails, which was probably my favourite transition of the day. No rushing, no checking the time — just sitting there and letting the evening settle in.
Dinner was at Quenino — not to be confused with Café Quenino — and this particular night marked the final instalment of their International Women’s Day series, themed “Proudly Singapore”.
The menu was led by Chef de cuisine Sujatha Asokan, in collaboration with Jamie Koh, the founder of Brass Lion Distillery.
The five-course dinner was definitely more curated compared to lunch, but still very grounded in flavours we’re familiar with.
The second course, a scallop dish, came with ginger flower and a light broth that reminded me of assam laksa — refreshing, slightly tangy.
There was also a caviar dish that referenced chicken rice and a prawn dish with tamarind that had a bit more punch. Both ended up being our favourites of the night.
The caviar dish, especially, was surprisingly convincing. It tasted exactly like chicken rice, even though there was no chicken or rice in it. Instead, it was made with scallop mousse and dragon chive custard, which honestly left us mind blown.
“Yeah, that’s how crazy our chefs are,” our affable waitress said, almost casually.
Alcoholic drinks were paired alongside each course, and they complemented the food well — lighter, more refreshing, especially when the dishes got richer.
By the end of dinner, it was almost 10pm and we were completely full; the kind where you just sit back for a while before even thinking about moving.
We headed back to the room after that and called it a night.
The next morning turned out to be surprisingly productive.
Usually when I go for staycations, it’s a simple routine on the last day — wake up, pack up, check out — and that’s it. This felt different from the start.
Breakfast at Café Quenino had a good spread, from pastries, fruits and cheeses to à la carte options. We ordered the crab omelette and noodle soup, both of which were really good and felt more substantial than the usual breakfast dishes.
I also noticed they had chai on the menu, which you don’t often see at hotel breakfasts. I ended up having three cups. That probably says enough.
After that, we headed up for “The Way of Water” session at the pool. It was light, nothing intense, just gentle movement in the water with other hotel guests. As someone who’s totally not a morning person, this activity felt like a good way to ease into the day.
After the swim ended, we realised we only had less than two hours left before checkout.
At one point, I actually considered extending the stay for an extra day, but after checking our pockets, we resisted. A quick call to reception secured a complimentary late checkout until 2pm, which made a huge difference.
Those extra hours in bed, doing absolutely nothing, felt like a luxury in itself. We lingered a little longer, not in any rush to pack or leave.
Eventually, we had to leave, but it was one of those stays where you walk out already thinking about booking your next stay. Artyzen Singapore, we’ll be back!
This stay was hosted by Artyzen Singapore. All views expressed are independent.