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The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore

📍 2 Gunner Lane, Singapore
A Restored 1904 Barracks Hideaway with Glasshouse Living and Private Pool Access
Price range664 – 2,304 SGD
Room size range39 sqm – 118 sqm
9.8521 Reviews
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The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore offers 5 room types, ranging from 39 sqm to 118 sqm. Nightly room prices range from 664 to 2,304 SGD. Book your stay directly through H5star.

What Defines The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality

Restored military origins

A 40-room hotel occupying restored 1904 Blakang Mati Artillery Barracks, built during Sentosa’s British military period.

Six-building heritage ensemble

The original site comprised six buildings, including military quarters, storerooms, a cookhouse, a cinema and a parade square; two now form the hotel.

Central glasshouse gathering place

The Living Room is a glasshouse between the accommodation wings serving breakfast, afternoon tea and evening cocktails.

Two secluded lap pools

Two landscaped lap pools flank The Living Room; each is 30 metres long and approximately 1.2 metres deep.

Pool-connected accommodation

Selected ground-floor Premier Rooms and Suites provide patio access directly to the pool areas.

Semi-private jacuzzi access

Selected ground-floor Suites and some Garden Suites provide semi-private jacuzzi access from their patios.

Multi-occupancy Duplex Suite

The Duplex Suite connects a ground-floor Suite with an upper Premier Room and accommodates up to five adults.

24-hour Equerry Service

A 24-hour Equerry Service provides butler service within the heritage hotel.

Dining in the heritage precinct

The nearby Mess Hall complex includes Hidemasa by Hide Yamamoto, Royal Taj, Quentin’s, Le Faubourg and Lady M.

Dedicated heritage events centre

One restored building within the former barracks ensemble has been converted into an events centre.

Which Type of Stay Is It Best For?

The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore is best suited to business stays, with fewer dedicated facilities for families.

Couples Score
8.0/10
Private Patios and Glasshouse Evenings

An intimate 40-room scale, colonial heritage setting, private patios and balconies, selected semi-private jacuzzi access, and direct pool access create a quieter couple’s stay.

The Living Room adds evening cocktails in a central glasshouse without requiring a large nightlife venue.

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Room service
  • Wine/champagne
  • Concierge service
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Food delivered to guest room
Wellness Score
7.8/10
Lap Swimming in a Secluded Setting

Two 30-metre lap pools, each about 1.2 metres deep, provide a focused swimming environment beside The Living Room.

Guests can also access a 24-hour gym and spa at nearby sister properties within Far East Hospitality’s Sentosa cluster.

  • Fitness facilities
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Fruits
Families Score
0.0/10
A Duplex Layout for Larger Groups

The 118-square-metre Duplex Suite links a ground-floor Suite with an upper Premier Room and accommodates up to five adults.

Suites with patios and larger outdoor areas provide additional separation between sleeping, sitting, and outdoor time for multi-occupancy stays.

No facilities listed.

Business Score
9.1/10
Heritage Accommodation Near Event Facilities

A restored former barracks building within the heritage ensemble operates as an events centre, while the hotel’s Sentosa location connects to island access roads and transit links back to Singapore.

This suits stays combining heritage accommodation with dedicated event use.

  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Currency exchange
  • Dry cleaning
  • Free WiFi
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Safety deposit box
  • Soundproof rooms

Rooms & Rates at The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality

Check rates and availability for all rooms at The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, then book securely with H5star.

Premier Room Balcony8 photos
Price range 537 – 1 014 SGDAverage price 664 SGDPrice per sqm 17.03 SGD / m²
39 sqm
Adults: 2 · Children: 1 · Max occupancy: 3
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 181-210 cm wide
Executive lounge access
Premier Room Pool Access10 photos
Price range 888 – 1 132 SGDAverage price 985 SGDPrice per sqm 25.26 SGD / m²
39 sqm
Adults: 2 · Children: 1 · Max occupancy: 3
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 181-210 cm wide
Executive lounge access
Suite Room12 photos
Price range 1 032 – 1 715 SGDAverage price 1 301 SGDPrice per sqm 16.46 SGD / m²
79 sqm
Adults: 2 · Children: 1 · Max occupancy: 3
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 181-210 cm wide
Executive lounge accessSeating Area
Garden Suite12 photos
Price range 1 525 – 1 837 SGDAverage price 1 654 SGDPrice per sqm 18.59 SGD / m²
89 sqm
Adults: 2 · Children: 1 · Max occupancy: 3
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 181-210 cm wide
Executive lounge accessOutdoor dining areaSeating Area
Duplex Family Suite19 photos
Price range 2 019 – 2 604 SGDAverage price 2 304 SGDPrice per sqm 19.53 SGD / m²
118 sqm
Adults: 4 · Children: 2 · Max occupancy: 6
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), Twin bed, 181-210 cm wide, 90-130 cm wide
Executive lounge accessSeating Area

Colonial Barracks Recast as a Private Sentosa Hideaway

The Former Blakang Mati Artillery Barracks

The hotel occupies two restored buildings from the Blakang Mati Artillery Barracks, constructed in 1904 when Sentosa was a British military outpost. The wider six-building site once included military quarters, storerooms, a cookhouse, a small cinema and a parade square.

Louvred Windows, Timber Rafters and Patinated Metal

The architecture retains restored louvred windows, moulded columns and vaulted ceilings, while interiors combine dark wood, timber rafters, leather, patinated metal and custom furnishings. The design maintains the site’s military and colonial character rather than adopting a contemporary beach-resort aesthetic.

A Palm-Lined Forecourt and Central Glasshouse

The restored accommodation wings face a palm-lined forecourt and expansive lawn, with The Living Room positioned as a central glasshouse between them. Mature planting and the formal historic façade give the shared spaces a manor-house-like organization.

Patios, Balconies and Duplex Living Across Two Heritage Wings

Premier Rooms and Suites Across Two Levels

The 40-room inventory comprises 34 Premier Rooms and six Suites. Ground-floor accommodation generally provides patios and direct outdoor access, while upper-floor rooms offer greater vertical volume, private balconies and elevated views over the pool areas.

Poolside Suites with Jacuzzi Options

Ground-floor Suites have patios with direct pool access, and selected Suites provide semi-private jacuzzi access from the patio. Garden Suites add a corner patio and dining-table area, with some also connected to a semi-private jacuzzi.

A Connected Duplex for Up to Five Adults

The Duplex Suite is configured by connecting a ground-level Suite with a Premier Room above, creating the hotel’s clearest multi-occupancy layout. It accommodates up to five adults and extends the accommodation across two levels.

Glasshouse Breakfasts and the Mess Hall Dining Precinct

Breakfast, Afternoon Tea and Cocktails at The Living Room

The Living Room occupies the central glasshouse and serves breakfast, afternoon tea and evening cocktails. Afternoon tea is restricted to in-house guests, creating a controlled hotel-based dining experience rather than an all-day public café.

Restaurants and Cafés in the Nearby Mess Hall

The associated Mess Hall complex within the heritage precinct houses Hidemasa by Hide Yamamoto, Royal Taj, Quentin’s, Le Faubourg and Lady M. These venues are nearby within the wider barracks development rather than inside the hotel building.

Two Foliage-Framed Lap Pools Beside the Glasshouse

A Pair of 30-Metre Swimming Pools

One lap pool sits on each side of The Living Room. Each pool measures 30 metres in length and approximately 1.2 metres in depth, emphasizing swimming within landscaped, secluded outdoor pockets rather than a single leisure-lagoon deck.

Patio Access and Evening Swimming Hours

Ground-floor Premier Rooms and Suites can open directly from their patios towards the pool areas, making the landscaped pool zone an outdoor extension of selected accommodation. Listed pool access hours are 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

A Formal Lawn Framed by Mature Planting

The outdoor setting includes an expansive lawn, palm-lined forecourt and mature foliage around the restored barracks wings. The landscaping creates separated outdoor spaces around the pools while preserving the property’s historic, low-density character.

Lap Swimming, Equerry Service and Heritage Event Facilities

Swimming-Focused Outdoor Wellness

The hotel’s principal on-site wellness feature is its pair of 30-metre lap pools, each approximately 1.2 metres deep. Selected ground-floor Suites add semi-private patios and jacuzzi access, extending the outdoor wellness setting into the accommodation.

Access to a Nearby Gym and Spa

Guests have access to wellness facilities at nearby sister properties within Far East Hospitality’s Sentosa cluster, including a 24-hour gym and spa.

Butler Service and a Restored Events Building

The 24-hour Equerry Service provides butler service. Elsewhere in the former barracks ensemble, one restored heritage building operates as an events centre, adding dedicated event space to the broader property precinct.

Sentosa’s Palawan Ridge Heritage and Leisure Precinct

A Historic Setting on Palawan Ridge

The hotel stands around Palawan Ridge and Gunner Lane in Sentosa’s western or southern heritage zone. The area retains links to Sentosa’s former identity as Pulau Blakang Mati and its history as a British military outpost.

Restored Barracks Beside Modern Visitor Facilities

The surrounding precinct combines restored colonial buildings with the Mess Hall dining complex, sister hotels and modern resort development. Its identity is shaped by heritage, beaches, tourism, dining and leisure attractions rather than traditional street retail or office towers.

Island Access to Singapore’s Transport Network

The location provides access to Sentosa’s mixed-use visitor areas, beaches, heritage sites and dining districts, with connections back to Singapore’s wider transport network through the island’s access roads and transit links.

What's near The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality?

The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality has 5 restaurants and 3 cafés and 2 bars within 3000 metres. Nearby restaurants include Din Tai Fung, Coaste's, Feng Shui Inn, Paradise Dynasty and Summer Garden Restaurant, while cafés include Central Hong Kong Café, Central Hong Kong Café and Out Of The Cake Box (Telok Blangah), while bars include Bikini Bar and Tanjong Beach Club.

Nearby transport options around The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality include Bus Stop Opposite Village Hotel just 71 metres from the hotel, with Bus Stop Village Hotel 92 metres away, Station Imbiah 187 metres away, Station Resorts World 302 metres away and Subway Station Circle Line 1.4 km away.

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Food & drinks
Restaurants nearby
  • Din Tai Fung492 m
  • Coaste's523 m
  • Feng Shui Inn742 m
  • Paradise Dynasty1.2 km
  • Summer Garden Restaurant2.8 km
Cafes nearby
  • Central Hong Kong Café387 m
  • Central Hong Kong Café1.4 km
  • Out Of The Cake Box (Telok Blangah)2.4 km
Bars nearby
  • Bikini Bar556 m
  • Tanjong Beach Club1.3 km
Transport
Aerodrome nearby
    Subway Station nearby
    • Circle Line1.4 km
    • Circle Line1.4 km
    • HarbourFront1.4 km
    • Circle Line1.4 km
    • Circle Line1.4 km
    • Circle Line1.4 km
    • North East Line (NE)1.4 km
    • North East Line (NE)1.4 km
    • North East Line (NE)1.4 km
    • North East Line (NE)1.4 km
    • North East Line (NE)1.4 km
    • North East Line (NE)1.4 km
    • North East Line (NE)1.5 km
    • North East Line (NE)1.5 km
    • Circle Line1.6 km
    • Circle Line2.1 km
    • Circle Line2.1 km
    • Circle Line2.2 km
    • Circle Line2.2 km
    • Circle Line2.2 km
    • Circle Line2.2 km
    • Keppel2.3 km
    • Telok Blangah2.3 km
    • Telok Blangah2.3 km
    • Telok Blangah2.3 km
    • Circle Line2.4 km
    • Circle Line2.4 km
    • North East Line (NE)2.5 km
    • North East Line (NE)2.5 km
    • Labrador Park2.9 km
    • Labrador Park2.9 km
    • Labrador Park3.0 km
    Bus Stop nearby
    • Opposite Village Hotel71 m
    • Village Hotel92 m
    • Beach Station Bus Terminal294 m
    • Casino360 m
    • Opp Southernmost Point494 m
    • Imbiah Lookout503 m
    • Hotel Ora508 m
    • Southernmost Point520 m
    • Hard Rock Hotel586 m
    • Opp Palawan Beach635 m
    • Palawan Beach668 m
    • Siloso Beach Resort690 m
    • Palawan Beach758 m
    • Equarius Hotel and Villas759 m
    • Opp Palawan Carpark862 m
    • Palawan Carpark929 m
    • Siloso Point1.1 km
    • Tanjong Beach1.2 km
    • Sentosa Golf Club1.3 km
    • Sentosa Golf Club1.4 km
    • HarbourFront Interchange1.5 km
    • HarbourFront Interchange1.5 km
    • HarbourFront Interchange1.5 km
    • HarbourFront Interchange1.5 km
    • HarbourFront Interchange1.6 km
    • HarbourFront Interchange1.6 km
    • HarbourFront Interchange1.6 km
    • HarbourFront Interchange1.6 km
    • HarbourFront Interchange1.6 km
    • HarbourFront Interchange1.6 km
    • HarbourFront Interchange1.6 km
    • HarbourFront Interchange1.6 km
    • Al-Amin Mosque2.5 km
    Station nearby
    • Imbiah187 m
    • Resorts World302 m
    • Beach373 m
    • VivoCity1.4 km
    • Faber Peak2.0 km
    Ferry Terminal nearby
      Culture & Attractions
      Attraction nearby
      • Sci-Fi City168 m
      • New York201 m
      • Resorts World Sentosa347 m
      • Hollywood374 m
      • Madagascar377 m
      • Far Far Away398 m
      • megazip adventure park845 m
      • Poland's Bells of Happiness (Dar Pomorza)2.1 km
      Museum nearby

        Sentiment analysis

        CategoryScoreGuest Sentiment
        Cleanliness9.5The review describes rooms as clean and spacious, but some minor complaints were mentioned.
        Service10The staff received high praise for their friendliness and attentiveness throughout the stay.
        Location10The hotel is conveniently located near attractions with a peaceful setting.
        Room Quality9.8Rooms were described as well-appointed, spacious, and comfortable.
        Amenities9.7The hotel offers great amenities including pools and complimentary snacks.
        Value for Money9.5The experiences and offerings justifying the price paid, overall good value.
        Food and Beverage9.9Food received strong positive feedback, particularly breakfast and canapés.
        Overall Experience10Guests reported memorable and enjoyable stays, feeling well cared for.

        The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore Compared With Other 5-Star Hotels in Singapore

        See how The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore compares with other 5-star hotels in Singapore across room size, price and stay scores.

        MetricThe Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore5-Star Singapore AveragePosition
        Lowest nightly room price664 SGD583 SGDAbove average
        Guest Rating9.89.0
        Reviews5212,694
        Couples Score8.08.7
        Wellness Score7.88.2
        Families Score0.06.3
        Business Score9.19.0

        Frequently Asked Questions

        How many room types does The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore offer?

        The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore offers 5 room types.

        What is the price range for rooms at The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore?

        Room prices range from 664 – 2,304 SGD per night.

        What is the average nightly price at The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore?

        The average nightly room price is 1,382 SGD.

        What are the room sizes at The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore?

        Room sizes range from 39 sqm to 118 sqm.

        What is the most affordable room at The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore?

        The most affordable room at The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore is Premier Room Balcony, with prices from 537 SGD per night.

        What type of stay is The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore best suited for?

        The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore is best suited to business stays, with fewer dedicated facilities for families.

        What facilities does The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore offer?

        The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore offers a selection of facilities and services for a comfortable stay.

        Can I book The Barracks Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality, Singapore through H5star?

        Yes. You can check live room rates and availability and book your stay directly through H5star.

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