Where to stay in Sentosa Island — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks
Sentosa is Singapore's island of entertainment, linked to the mainland by cable car and monorail, home to Universal Studios, the S.E.A. Aquarium, white-sand beaches and luxury resorts. It suits both families coming for the theme park and couples after a relaxing seaside break.
Why stay in Sentosa Island
Universal Studios
Southeast Asia's only Hollywood theme park, with rides for every age.
The aquarium
The S.E.A. Aquarium, one of the largest in the world, with a jaw-dropping underwater tunnel.
Beaches in the city
Siloso, Palawan and Tanjong, white sand and clear water with beach bars and water activities.
Cable-car views
The cable car crosses from Mount Faber with lovely views of the bay and harbour.
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Local dishes to try in Sentosa Island
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Beachfront restaurants
Seaside bars and restaurants of every style, with a chilled-out evening vibe.
📍 Siloso Beach - 2🦞
Resorts World seafood
Upscale restaurants of every cuisine in the complex, from Chinese and Japanese to Western.
📍 Resorts World - 3🍦
Desserts & ice cream
Cafes and ice-cream shops dotted around the attractions to cool you down.
📍 Across the island - 4🍹
Seaside cocktails
A stylish beach club on the sand, perfect for a sundowner drink.
📍 Tanjong Beach
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Universal Studios Singapore
A movie-themed park with Transformers, Jurassic and Battlestar Galactica zones.
📍 Resorts World - 2🐠
S.E.A. Aquarium
A massive aquarium where you can see sharks, manta rays and an underwater tunnel.
📍 Resorts World - 3🏖️
Siloso Beach
The most popular beach, with bars, restaurants and a lively water-sports scene.
📍 West side - 4🌅
Palawan Beach & Southernmost Point
A suspension bridge out to a point claimed to be the southernmost tip of continental Asia.
📍 Palawan Beach - 5🎡
Skyline Luge Sentosa
Fun gravity-powered luge carts down the hill, with a Skyride chairlift back up.
📍 Imbiah
Things to do in Sentosa Island
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🚆 Getting around Sentosa Island
Sentosa Express
A monorail from VivoCity onto the island, stopping at every major attraction.
Cable Car
The cable car from Mount Faber offers the most scenic way onto the island.
Boardwalk
A covered walkway from VivoCity lets you stroll onto the island with ease.
Island buses
The Sentosa Bus and Beach Shuttle run between the various points for free.
Where to go next near Sentosa Island
Singapore City CentreA city-state blending cutting-edge skyscrapers, green spaces, and multi-ethnic culture on a single island.
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Orchard RoadA legendary shopping street stretching over 2 kilometres, lined with malls and big-name brands.
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ChinatownA historic district blending temples, colorful shophouses, and authentic Chinese restaurants.
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Kampong Glam & BugisA Malay-Arab cultural quarter with a golden mosque, fabric streets and cool street art.
See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Sentosa Island
How many days should you spend on Sentosa?+
1-2 days; if you do Universal Studios for a full day, allow another day for the S.E.A. Aquarium and the beaches.
Is there an admission fee to the island?+
There's a small island entry fee depending on how you arrive. Taking the Sentosa Express from VivoCity is the popular, good-value option.
Is it good for families with kids?+
Very much so, with theme parks, an aquarium, beaches and plenty of kid-friendly activities.
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