There’s a Sofitel resort on Sentosa Island where adorable peacocks roam free

Sentosa Island isn’t just about the theme parks and beach clubs. If you want a relaxing getaway that allows you to retreat from the maddening crowd, Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa is the place to call home for a few days. You’ll appreciate the sweet sounds of flowing water coming from the tranquil koi pond in the front lobby. You’ll likely spend your mornings enjoying the large French and pan-Asian inspired breakfast buffet (psst, they do Champagne brunch on Sundays).

But there’s one thing that sets this Sofitel apart.

Peacocks and peahens (sometimes with cute baby chicks) frequently wander around the hotel grounds like they own the place.

Sentosa Island is known for its roaming peacocks, but Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa is the one place we’ve seen them congregate in large numbers. It’s a curious thing, but it only adds to the charm of the resort. By the poolside, out on the breakfast terrace, right outside the guest room gardens… trust us: you’ll come to recognise the powerful call of a peacock very soon after you check into the resort.

The resort is a laid-back paradise with A+ hospitality

Birds aside, we personally enjoyed a number of highlights during our mid-2018 stay, including:

• Our Luxury Garden Room leading straight out to the manicured gardens (better access to the wandering peacocks!)
• Trees by the front lawn decadently strung with fairy-lights for a very Parisian nighttime effect
• The extraordinarily cheerful bartender we met at Le Bar, who took pride in preparing his elaborate cocktails
• The “calorie-conscious” restaurant located on the grounds the resort’s spa (where we also encountered more peacocks by the entrance)
• Direct access to the beach from behind The Cliff restaurant
• The selection at Kwee Zeen’s daily breakfast buffet piled high with plenty of pastries and a smorgasbord of local and international fare

Needless to say, we’d gladly stay here again.

Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa
2 Bukit Manis Road
Sentosa Island
Singapore 099891
www.sofitel-singapore-sentosa.com

Latest Stories

Cafe-style coconut cake donuts with lemongrass, kaffir lime & curry leaf sugar glaze

Cafe-style confections you can bake at home! Learn to make these deliciously soft and moist coconut cake donuts, slathered in a kaffir lime and lemongrass sugar syrup glaze! … Continue readingCafe-style coconut cake donuts with lemongrass, kaffir lime & curry leaf sugar glaze

Homemade Melonpan メロンパン: Perfect soft milk buns with cookie dough crust

Soft and pillowy buns with a crunchy sweet cookie shell that melts in the mouth. This step-by-step Japanese melonpan recipe will not disappoint! … Continue readingHomemade Melonpan メロンパン: Perfect soft milk buns with cookie dough crust

Oven-baked zucchini chips + homemade herbed mayonnaise — easiest recipe!

Put away the deep fryer, here's our take on a healthy oven-baked version of the Grill'd zucchini chips recipe. With a crispy parmesan coating and a tender, juicy, melt-in-your-mouth interior, these make the best veggie side dish! … Continue readingOven-baked zucchini chips + homemade herbed mayonnaise — easiest recipe!

Jungle Sunbird | Rum, jackfruit Campari, curry leaf syrup, pineapple & lime cocktail

Deliciously bittersweet, this rum-based cocktil takes the original jungle bird to the next level. Tropical notes and hints of Southeast Asian flavours — jackfruit, curry leaf, laksa leaf, lemongrass, and tamarind — meld with pineapple and lime to create a refreshingly palatable drink. … Continue readingJungle Sunbird | Rum, jackfruit Campari, curry leaf syrup, pineapple & lime cocktail

Indian Jaljeera Mojito | Tangy spice, lime & rum cocktail with a tamarind twist

Want to experiment with complex spices in your drinks? This jaljeera mojito cocktail recipe explodes with the warmth of cumin, coriander, and ginger. … Continue readingIndian Jaljeera Mojito | Tangy spice, lime & rum cocktail with a tamarind twist

Rosemary Bee’s Knees | Lemon, honey, gin & limoncello cocktail

This refreshingly tart and sour gin-based Bee's Knees number is a classic lemon-and-honey cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. A twist of peppery rosemary imparts a subtle herbaceous fragrance. … Continue readingRosemary Bee’s Knees | Lemon, honey, gin & limoncello cocktail