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Mandarin Oriental Singapore has launched a new staycation package that’s sure to bring a new twist to what it means to be “a tourist in your own city.” Coupled with the hotel’s renowned hospitality and level of luxury, the Relax and Ride staycation package comes with a few fun inclusions that appeal to a wide demographic – whether it be families, couples or friends enjoying a weekend getaway.

I was recently invited for a staycation at the Mandarin Oriental Singapore in order to experience this package and I have to say this property continues to surprise me with its innovative offers. There are only so many ways one can do a package out of a hotel staycation but Mandarin Oriental Singapore seems to nail it every time. I still remember the movie moments staycation I had at the property a few years back. That was also rather memorable.

Guests only need to book the entry-level Deluxe Room (from S$328) in order to enjoy the package inclusions. These are:

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With a hard-to-beat Marina Bay location, the Mandarin Oriental Singapore is one of the most luxurious hotels in the city. The brand is well-known for delivering Asian sensibilities in its product – from the physical appearance of the rooms and facilities down to the detailed-oriented service standards of the staff. I stayed in the flagship Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong earlier this year and was bowled over by the interactions I had with the staff. It truly was one of my most memorable hotel stays and had me yearning to experience more of the Mandarin Oriental proposition.

I recently had the opportunity to check out the Singapore property. The hotel recently launched a Movie Moments Staycation Package which comes with the following inclusions:

• One night stay at a Marina Bay View Room
• Daily breakfast for two at Melt Cafe
• Complimentary in-room amenities of gourmet popcorn, nachos and chips
• Two Gold Class movie tickets which could be used at GV Suntec City
• DVD rental from the hotel’s extensive library

The Singapore property has a relatively modest lobby which belies the majestic atrium that you see from Level 4 onwards. The hotel was built in 1987 and was designed by John Portman (who also designed the nearby Marina Mandarin Singapore). Upon check-in, I was informed by reception that the hotel was running full and they would upgrade me instead to a Marina Bay Suite.

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