CITADINES MOUNT SOPHIA SINGAPORE
Close to the action: This 154-unit property is located in the heart of Singapore’s bustling arts and entertainment hub in the Bras Basah-Bugis area, and is part of a development called Wilkie Edge. The serviced residence offers easy access to the CBD and the Marina Bay Financial District. The property is also minutes away from Suntec Singapore International Convention and Exhibition Centre, while Orchard Road is close by.
Suitable for suits: In the apartment, the living space doubles up as a home office with broadband access, a fully-equipped kitchen and separate living room. The studio apartments have a home entertainment system with an LCD TV. Housekeeping services are provided and there is also a fitness centre and lounge at the residence. Optional services include wireless internet, daily cleaning service, dry cleaning, laundry, a car park and daily continental breakfast.
Need to know: Rates start from $S290 ($222) per night for a Studio Apartment. This rate includes daily continental breakfast (Monday to Friday), daily housekeeping (except Sunday) and complimentary internet access. A minimum seven night stay is required. For more information, visit www2.citadines.com
CHEVAL GLOUCESTER PARK, LONDON
Close to the action: Located in the heart of the prestigious borough of South Kensington, Cheval Gloucester Park is within easy reach of the city’s financial and legal district. The property is a two minute walk from London’s underground, plus it’s close to many of the British capital’s popular sights and attractions.
Suitable for suits: Cheval Gloucester Park is a collection of 100 one, two and three bedroom apartments. They feature en suite granite bathrooms, study areas, fully-equipped kitchens and living rooms with large dining tables, as well as private balconies. British welcome hampers and flat screen televisions come as standard, along with digital telephones, DVD players and wireless broadband. There is a 24-hour concierge desk, fitness centre and daily maid service. Services such as business lunches in the apartment can also be arranged on request.
Need to know: Prices start from £1360 ($2082) per apartment per week. The minimum stay is 28 days. For more information, visit www.chevalresidences.com
ASCOTT PARK PLACE DUBAI
Close to the action: A 10 minute drive from the airport, this 118-unit property is located on the exclusive Sheikh Zayed Road, home of Dubai’s business district. Right nearby are the Dubai Convention Centre, Dubai International Finance Centre as well as shops and restaurants. The massive Dubai Mall is within walking distance.
Suitable for suits: A business centre, meeting room, wireless broadband internet connectivity and courier services are among the offerings that cater for the corporate traveller. Guests can regain their energy after a long hot day in the temperature controlled swimming pool o r work up at a sweat at the fully-equipped gym. Apartment features include a fully-equipped kitchen, fridge, washing machine with dryer, LCD television with cable channels, a home entertainment system and internet connections. Ascott can customise an apartment for long-stay guests to cater to individual requirements.
Need to know: Rates start from AED900 ($233) per night for a one-bedroom executive apartment. This includes daily breakfast, housekeeping, local newspaper and complimentary internet access. For more information, visit www.the-ascott.com
FRASER SUITES TOP GLORY, SHANGHAI
Close to the action: This property is situated in the bustling Lujiazui CBD financial district along the Huangpu river, overlooking the Bund and the city. Guests can hop onto complimentary shuttle services that take them straight to nearby business districts. The property’s central location makes getting around quick and easy, via the interconnected tunnels and subways, while there are shopping malls and dining options aplenty nearby. Both Hongqiao and Pudong international airports are also easily accessible.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,....................
