In the wake of the coronavirus the era of the micro wedding is here. With the emergence of Covid-19 early this year safety guidelines for social distancing were constantly adapting, affecting wedding ceremonies and forcing couples to rethink how they can celebrate their union in a way that adheres to social distancing measures and capacity laws. Through no choice of our own a new trend is appearing in the wedding industry, gone are the grand 300 guest extravaganzas, making way for small intimate affairs of no more than 20 people. Now phase 2 is being implemented and small ceremonies are back on the cards, read on for some stunning venues across Singapore that will make your micro wedding one to remember.
City Hotels
With social distancing measures a venue that offers both convenience and easy transport links for guests is a high priority, take a look at the following city hotels for a celebration in the midst of the hustle and bustle.
1. The Fullerton Bay Hotel
The luxurious Fullerton Bay Hotel has a Solemnisation package for up to 10 people. This includes the exclusive use of one of their venues, a two-hour solemnisation table with florals, ring pillow, tiffany chairs and free flow soft drinks for the duration, canapes and a floral arch can be added for an additional cost.
Profile: The Fullerton Bay Hotel
Solemnisation Room: The Straits Room, The Ballroom, Roof Garden, East Garden, Function Room (EDB Room, Press Room), La Brasserie, Lighthouse
Email: catering@fullertonhotels.com
2. Fairmont Singapore & Swissôtel The Stamford
Located in the heart of lion city Fairmont Singapore and Swissôtel The Stamford are making the most of their prime, flexible event spaces offering up a range of rooms that can be configured to suit Phase 2 guidelines. With their abundance of spacious venues you can rest assured that your ceremony meets social distancing rules without falling short on luxury.
Profile: Fairmont Singapore & Swissôtel The Stamford
Solemnisation Room: Fairmont Meeting Rooms
Email: weddings.singapore@fairmont.com
3. Goodwood Park Hotel Singapore
The distinguished heritage hotel is currently offering up two of their poolside venues, the Poolside Terrace or Mayfair Pool, as solemnisation spots suitable during social distancing. Your banquet can be held in one of their exquisite restaurants with a maximum of five guests per table.
Profile: Goodwood Park Hotel Singapore
Solemnisation Room: Poolside Terrace, Mayfair Pool
Email: banquet@goodwoodparkhotel.com
For more information about the solemnisation package offered at Goodwood Park Hotel, click here.
4. Park Hotel Clarke Quay
Specialising in small set-ups and intimate gatherings, Park Hotel Clarke Quay has a solemnisation package for a minimum of 10 people. Say your vows at the Pool Deck before a celebratory lunch or dinner at Van Kleef overlooking views of the pool.
Profile: Park Hotel Clarke Quay
Solemnisation Room: Pool Deck
Email: bqt.phcq@parkhotelgroup.com
Click here to view more information about solemnisation package offered at Park Hotel Clarke Quay.
5. Oasia Hotel Downtown Singapore
Whether you select their Retreat Room or opt for an Outdoor solemnisation on their Sky Terrace, Oasia Hotel Downtown Singapore offers cosy celebrations surrounded by lush green spaces.
Profile: Oasia Hotel Downtown Singapore
Solemnisation Room: Retreat Room, Outdoor Solemnisation
Email: sales.ohs@fareast.com.sg
6. Conrad Singapore Orchard
For a minimum of 15 persons and a maximum of 20, the stylish and sophisticated Conrad Singapore Orchard has a selection of spaces suitable for an intimate celebration including their Tanglin Room, Nassim Room, and Paterson Room.
Profile: Conrad Singapore Orchard
Solemnisation Room: Tanglin Room (Level 2), Nassim Room (Level 3), Paterson Room (Level 3)
Email: sinod.events@conradhotels.com
7. Furama RiverFront, Singapore
For exceptional service and detailed personalisation, Furama RiverFront Hotel has a variety of function spaces available for a hassle-free, intimate affair.
Profile: Furama Riverfront, Singapore
Solemnisation Room: Mars 1 (L5), Mars 2 (L5), Mercury 1 (L5), Mercury 2 (L5), Mercury 3 (L5), Jupiter 1 (L3), Jupiter 2 (L3), Jupiter 3 (L3), VIP Room (L3), Venus 1 (L3), Venus 2 (L3), Venus 3 (L3), The Waterfall (L1)
Email: banquet.riverfront@furama.com
View Furama RiverFront, Singapore’s solemnisation package here.
8. InterContinental® Singapore
For intimate celebrations InterContinental Singapore is offering up their award-winning Man Fu Yuan and Ash & Elm restaurants. With custom-tailored menus on request you’re guaranteed to have a memorable experience.
Profile: InterContinental® Singapore
Solemnisation Room: Man Fu Yuan (Chinese Restaurant), Ash & Elm (Restaurant)
Email: sinhb.weddings@ihg.com
To view the solemnisation package offered at InterContinental® Singapore, click here.
9. M Hotel
Introducing a 1-on-1 virtual wedding consultation with their wedding specialist, M Hotel has a selection of event spaces available for your wedding ceremony including their Shenton room, Maxwell & Palmer and J-Collyer, all subject to availability. Book before August 23rd to enjoy up to $5000+++ worth of celebration perks.
Profile: M Hotel
Solemnisation Room: Shenton room, Maxwell & Palmer, J-Collyer
Email: mywedding.mhs@millenniumhotels.com
10. Holiday Inn ® Singapore Atrium
A new wedding solemnisation package has been created at Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium for 20 or less guests for just $100. There are a selection of function rooms that are suitable for intimate solemnisation and that meet the new social distancing guidelines including their Sentosa and Kallang rooms.
Profile: Holiday Inn ® Singapore Atrium
Solemnisation Room: Sentosa Room, Kallang Room
Email: weddings.sinhi@ihg.com
Click here to view more information about solemnisation package offered at Holiday Inn ® Singapore Atrium.
Outer City Hotels
Hotels have plenty of experience when it comes to hosting weddings, if you want the hotel experience in a more serene environment scroll down for some out city hotels that are ready to host your celebration.
1. Crowne Plaza Changi Airport
The award-winning Crowne Plaza Changi Airport has two outdoor venues and 4 function rooms that are suitable for an intimate celebration. Say your ‘I do’s’ in one of their modern indoor spaces or by their tropical pool, with package offerings from 10 pax onwards the choice is yours.
Profile: Crowne Plaza Changi Airport
Email: weddings.cpca@ihg.com
View their solemnisation package here.
2. Capella Singapore
From now until December 31st 2020, the stunning Capella Singapore has a variety of outdoor event spaces to host your big day. Packages are inclusive of floral arrangements and sound system, for more information you can contact their wedding whisperers directly.
Profile: Capella Singapore
Solemnisation Room: Poolside Bliss, Garden of Dreams, Horizon’s Verge, Chef Table Terrace
Email: gr.singapore@capellahotels.com
3. Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore
For an elegant hideaway from the hustle and bustle of the city, Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore is offering their award-winning restaurant The Nest. With panoramic views of Laguna National’s Masters Course you’ll enjoy a tranquil atmosphere during your cosy nuptials.
Profile: Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore
Solemnisation Room: The Nest
Email: weddingsdtls@dusit.com
Click here to view their solemnisation package.
4. Shangri-La's Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa, Singapore
For a wedding by the sea set on the sandy white shores of Siloso beach, opt to have your wedding at Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort and Spa’s ‘The Rocks’ with an idyllic backdrop of the sunset and lapping waves.
Profile: Shangri-La's Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa, Singapore
Solemnisation Room: The Rocks
Email: weddings.sen@shangri-la.com
View their solemnisation package here.
5. Resorts World Sentosa
For a unique and exquisite union choose from the Glass Pavilion & Lawn or Equarius Hotel to host your mini wedding amongst a tropical haven. Solemnisation packages start from $2,888.00++ and include great perks, including but not limited to complimentary use of the function venue and free flow soft drinks for up to two hours, contact Resorts World Sentosa for more information.
Profile: Resort World Sentosa
Solemnisation Room: Glass Pavilion & Lawn (Equarius Hotel)
Email: weddings@rwsentosa.com
Restaurants
If your ideal wedding venue is a space with a more casual atmosphere and guaranteed tasty treats, Singapore is brimming with incredible restaurants eager to host your big day.
1. Riviera Forlino
River Forlino is a sleek and classy space with impressive Italian cuisine. Their private rooms are not open for bookings to adhere to current social distancing guidelines, however solemnisation events can take place in their main dining area overlooking stunning views of Marina Bay and Merlion Park.
Profile: Riviera Folino
Email: reservations@forlino.com
For more information about the solemnisation package offered at Riviera Forlino, click here.
2. Oakwood Studios
Why not hold your ceremony at the dynamic and vibrant Oakwood Studios. From rooftop pool deck to their resident’s lounge, Oakwood Studios offers a range of exciting spaces for SGD300 net for a limited period.
Profile: Oakwood Studios
Email: sales.studios-singapore@oakwood.com
3. 1-Group
For a small wedding that doesn’t skimp on luxury the 1-Group represents a selection of iconic and heritage listed spaces for you to celebrate in style. With venues such as The Summerhouse, The Alkaff Mansion, The Riverhouse and Monti under their belt, you’re sure to find something that suits.
Profile: The Summerhouse
Email: enquiry@thesummerhouse.sg
Profile: The Riverhouse
Email: enquiries@theriverhouse.sg
Profile: The Alkaff Mansion
Email: enquiry@thealkaffmansion.sg
Profile: Monti
Email: enquiries@monti.sg
4. Fu Lin Men (Passion Group)
The award winning Fu Lin Men is open for small functions at their Chinese Swimming Club, Singapore Recreation Club and National Service Resort & Country Club outlets. Whether you opt for buffet or banquet their culinary wizards will do their best to fulfil your needs.
Profile: Fu Lin Men (Passion Group)
Email: event@passion-restaurant.com
To view Solemnisation Package by Fu Lin Men (Passion Group), click here.
5. Wheeler’s Estate
The ‘perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life’ Wheeler’s Estate set amidst rustic vibes and an abundance of nature. Hold your solemnisation at either their Pavillion or Mangrove spaces before dining on the Verandah. Their wedding package is for 20 people till December 2020 and is inclusive but not limited to free-flow soft drinks flower centrepiece and a four-course menu for 10 people.
Profile: Wheeler’s Estate
Email: events@wheelersyard.com
6. Si Chuan Dou Hua
For an unforgettable experience, Si Chuan Dou Hua is open for small gatherings of less than 20 people. Say your vows in their bar area before feasting on sumptuous, award-winning Sichuan and Cantonese cuisine in their private dining room.
Profile: Si Chuan Dou Hua
Email: top@sichuandouhua.com
7. Red Dot Brewhouse
If you’re into good beer, culture and nature look no further than Red Dot Brewhouse. Housed in a historical building set in the lush tranquility of Dempsey Hill, Red Dot Brewhouse can cater a mini celebration of up to twenty people.
Profile: Red Dot Brewhouse
Email: ksong@reddotbrewhouse.com.sg
8. The Dragon Chamber
For an unconventional venue why not check out The Dragon Chamber. With its speakeasy vibe, quirky aesthetic and delicious offerings, you’ll have a stand out solemnisation space that’s sure to impress your guests.
Profile: The Dragon Chamber
Email: contact@thedragonchamber.com
9. Vineyard Bistro
Nestled within the lush landscape of Hort Park, Vineyard offers a Mediterranean experience engulfed in nature. Solemnisation celebrations can currently take place on the Patio overlooking Hort Park, followed by a lunch or dinner reception at the Verandah.
Profile: Vineyard Bistro
Email: sales@createries.com
10. Tamarind Hill Singapore
Set within a historic colonial bungalow, Tamarind Hill is an event space steeped in culture and surrounded by lush rainforest. Couples are open to celebrate their union alfresco on the deck area before dining indoors or outdoors non-exclusively.
Profile: Tamarind Hill Singapore
Email: se-sg@samadhiretreats.com
11. Zafferano
For a stylish and contemporary space, beautiful food and impeccable service, Zafferano is open for hire. Have an alfresco solemnisation on their terrace at sunset before feasting on delicious, authentic Italian cuisine in their private dining room.
Profile: Zafferano
Email: jennifer.yang@zafferano.sg
12. The Blue Ginger
A relaxed locale with a warm atmosphere, The Blue Ginger pride itself on delicious Peranakan cuisine in a friendly and intimate space. Hold your mini money on the second floor of their flagship Tanjong Pagar shophouse for an intimate and unique celebration.
Profile: The Blue Ginger
Email: alan.foo@theblueginger.com
Click here to view more information about solemnisation package offered at The Blue Ginger.
Alfresco
1. Sky Garden Sentosa
For an alfresco venue with a difference, Sky Garden Sentosa is able to host solemnisation ceremonies for up to 20 people on their rooftop space with panoramic views of the South China sea.
Profile: Sky Garden Sentosa
Email: events@iflysingapore.com
2. Sentosa Golf Club
This award-winning golf course has three locations available for your mini celebration. Choose between the Tanjong Ballroom, Pyramid Halfway House or the Pavillion Rooftop for a fairytale-like backdrop to your wedding day.
Profile: Sentosa Golf Club
Email: sgc_sales@sentosagolf.com
View Sentosa’s Golf Club Solemnisation Package here.
3. ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, Singapore
For a space with plenty of natural life and inspiring views, One 15 Marina’s NOVA Room and Rooftop Terrace available to host your mini celebration. Their $1500++ rental fee includes solemnisation set-up, floral decorations, and free flow soft drinks for up to two hours.
Profile: ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, Singapore
Email: weddings@one15marina.com
4. Raffles Marina
The first-class boating marina is able to hold ROM ceremonies only at specific venues including their lawn, poolside, Upper Deck, Atrium and Chartroom spaces.
Profile: Raffles Marina
Solemnisation Room: Lawn, Pool Side, Upper Deck, Atrium, Chartroom
Email: sales@rafflesmarina.com.sg
To view the solemnisation package offered by Raffles Marina, click here.
5. Orchid Country Club
Orchid Country Club has a selection of indoor function rooms available as well as their Garden Pavillion, so you can opt for an elegant ceremony surrounded by nature.
Profile: Orchid Country Club
Solemnisation Room: Function rooms (Emerald Suite, Sapphire Suite), Garden Pavilion (outdoor venue)
Email: s&m@orchidclub.com
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