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About the Hotel

20 Merchant Road, Singapore, Singapore, 058281

Paradox Singapore Merchant Court At Clarke Quay is a 5-star hotel featuring an idyllic pool area, Puerovel Spa & Sport, and convenient access to major attractions. Guests can enjoy fine dining options including Ellenborough Market Cafe and Blue Potato. The hotel is situated within a vibrant district known for its nightlife and dining.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Paradox Singapore Merchant Court At Clarke Quay feature oversized windows with views of the pool, river, or city skyline. Accommodations include air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms offer private balconies and premium amenities, including complimentary toiletries.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include the Ellenborough Market Cafe, which serves an international buffet, and Blue Potato for a la carte dining. Guests can also socialize at Crossroads Bar, which offers handcrafted drinks. Additionally, numerous restaurants are within a short walking distance, including Brewerkz and Song Fa Bak Kut Teh.

Leisure & Business

Leisure facilities feature a pool area with water slides and an outdoor Jacuzzi. The hotel also includes a fitness center and a spa offering a range of wellness treatments. For business travelers, Paradox Singapore Merchant Court At Clarke Quay provides meeting rooms and a business center with high-quality facilities.

Location & Transportation

The hotel is conveniently located 200 meters from Clarke Quay and within walking distance to numerous attractions, including Chinatown and the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple. Public transport options include the Clarke Quay subway station, which is a 5-minute walk away. A roundtrip airport shuttle service is also available.

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Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(9.6)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 12 pm

Amenities

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Other information

A full breakfast is served at the price of S$ 43 per person per day.

There are no cots provided in a room. There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets are not allowed.

English, Chinese, Korean, Malay, Tagalog / Filipino

Year renovated:2008

Number of floors:12

Number of rooms:476

Former name

Swissotel Merchant Court Singapore

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Premier King Balcony

Max:

2 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Luxe King

Max:

2 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Select Studio Afternoon Tea Happy Hour

Max:

2 persons

465 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Singapore2700 ft

Airports

Changi (SIN) 13.1 mi

Train

Promenade MRT Station 1.1 mi

Tanjong Pagar KTM Railway Station 1.3 mi

Underground

Clarke Quay MRT Station700 ft

Fort Canning1700 ft

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu
Children's pool
Water slides

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Steam room
Pedicure
Manicure
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Massage
Pool with view

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

20 Merchant Road, Singapore, Singapore, 058281

Map view

street view

20 Merchant Road, Singapore, Singapore, 058281

City landmarks

Garden

Gardens by the Bay

1.3 mi

10 Bayfront Ave

Marina Bay Sands Singapore

1.6 mi

30 Raffles Avenue

Singapore Flyer

1.5 mi

Gallery

National Museum of Singapore

3600 ft

Museum

National Gallery Singapore

5000 ft

Museum

Asian Civilisations Museum

3700 ft

Pagoda

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum

3500 ft

Museum

Chinatown Heritage Centre

2500 ft

Mall

Chinatown

2800 ft

Mall

Suntec City

1.0 mi

Art object

Merlion

4900 ft

158 Telok Ayer Street Chinatown

Thian Hock Keng Temple

3900 ft

Pagoda

Sri Mariamman Temple

3200 ft

1 Kadayanallur St

Hawker centers

4000 ft

Gallery

Singapore City Gallery

4200 ft

Mall

Funan Digitalife Mall

2900 ft

Church

St Andrew's Cathedral

4300 ft

Park

Fort Canning Park

5000 ft

9 Empress Place Victoria Theatre Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall

Statue of Raffles

2200 ft

1 Fullerton Road One Fullerton Merlion Park

Merlion Park

4400 ft

Museum

Peranakan Museum

3900 ft

Mosque

Masjid Sultan

1.3 mi

Museum

Singapore Philatelic Museum

3200 ft

Mall

Esplanade

1.1 mi

Museum

Singapore Art Museum

5000 ft

Museum

ArtScience Museum

1.6 mi

3E River Valley Rd

Gｰmax

2300 ft

Casino

Marina Bay Sands Skypark

1.7 mi

Fountain

Fountain of Wealth

1.5 mi

Nearby

Shopping Area

Clarke Quay

1900 ft

Restaurants

Ellenborough Market Cafe

1400 ft

20 Merchant Road Swissotel Merchant Court Singapore

Octapas Spanish Tapas Bar

1600 ft

Blk D

Brewerkz

1900 ft

30 Merchant Road Riverside Point #01-07 Riverside Point

RAS The Essence of India

1700 ft

Block 3D River Valley Road #01-05A Clarke Quay

Blue Potato

1400 ft

20 Merchant Road Swissotel Merchant Court Singapore

Mitsuba Japanese Restaurant

1300 ft

6 Eu Tong Sen Street The Central #03-88 Clarke Quay Central

Cafe Iguana

1500 ft

30 Merchant Road

Hot Stones

1700 ft

3D River Valley Road #01-06 Clarke Quay

Sque Rotisserie & Alehouse

1800 ft

6 Eu Tong Sen Street The Central #01-70 The Central

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

60%

loved their spa retreat and can’t wait to return.

6.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

7.4

Location

9.6

Service

8.2

Dining

7.8

4.5/5 based on 6899 reviews

#49 of 375 hotels in Singapore based on Tripadvisor

Stella

United Kingdom, February 2025

6.0/10

My stay at Paradox Singapore Merchant Court At Clarke Quay was good, especially due to its fantastic location and warm, attentive service. The location was a significant highlight for me as I could easily explore the vibrant nightlife of Clarke Quay and the cultural richness of Chinatown. However, I did encounter some noise from renovations during the day, which was a bit disruptive at times.

Rooms

8.0

I found my room spacious and thoughtfully designed, complete with a beautiful view of the water. The bathroom was sleek and had all the necessary amenities, though the shower's pressure could have been better.

Service

10.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to ensure my comfort. They allowed me to check in early and arranged for afternoon tea before my late flight, which was much appreciated.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is unbeatable, just a stone's throw from Clarke Quay and the riverfront. It made exploring the city so easy, with plenty of dining options nearby and easy access to public transport.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was a high point of my stay, with a wide variety of delicious options to choose from. However, the atmosphere in the dining area felt a bit chaotic, similar to a busy train station.

Facilities

9.0

The pool area was a lovely spot to unwind after a day of sightseeing, complete with a great waterslide. Additionally, having access to a fitness center was a bonus that I took advantage of during my stay.

Grayson

United Kingdom, December 2024

7.4/10

My stay at Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay was an overall lovely experience. The location was simply unbeatable, giving me easy access to dining and sightseeing options. However, I did face a few hiccups with my room arrangements and the laundry service costs were unexpectedly high. 🌟

Rooms

8.0

I enjoyed a spacious Premier King room with a lovely view, impressively clean and well-equipped. The king-size bed was super comfy and I appreciated the nice toiletries provided. However, there was a strong chemical odor at times that was a bit off-putting.

Service

7.0

The staff were generally welcoming, especially Shashi, who was very helpful in addressing my room change request. However, my initial check-in experience was lackluster, as the receptionist didn't offer much assistance or information.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, being right next to Clarke Quay and the river with numerous dining options and MRT stations nearby, making it ideal for exploring the city.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was a highlight with a delicious and varied menu, though I felt it was a bit pricey for what was offered. I loved the convenience of nearby cafes for alternate meal options.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were excellent, including a great pool and spa. However, I found the laundry service pricing to be exorbitantly high, which detracted from my overall satisfaction.

Isabella

United Kingdom, December 2024

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at Paradox Singapore Merchant Court At Clarke Quay. The location is fantastic, right by Clarke Quay and conveniently close to public transport. However, I found the staff not as welcoming or attentive as I expected, and the dining options could use improvement. Overall, the stay was decent but far from perfect.

Rooms

5.0

The room was spacious and came with a large bathroom, which was a plus, but still felt a bit dated and in need of refurbishing.

Service

6.0

I encountered some helpful staff, especially at check-in, but overall, the service lacked the warmth I’ve experienced at other hotels in Singapore.

Location

9.0

The hotel’s location is superb, with Clarke Quay and plenty of attractions within walking distance, making it a perfect spot for exploring Singapore.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast selection was good, but it didn’t meet the expectations set by my previous stays; some items were a letdown in quality.

Facilities

7.0

The pool area looked inviting, although I didn’t have a chance to use it. The facilities were decent, but I expected more for the price.

John

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.0/10

I enjoyed my stay at Paradox Singapore Merchant Court, highlighted by its fantastic location near Clarke Quay and the Singapore River. While the breakfast was tasty, it was a bit pricy, and I felt it could better accommodate specialized dietary needs. The room was clean and well-equipped, with attentive housekeeping. Overall, it was a comfortable experience, but there were a few areas that could use improvement.

Rooms

8.0

My room was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, though the lighting could have been better with only two bedside lamps.

Service

8.0

The staff was friendly and attentive, though I noticed they were a bit overwhelmed during peak times.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is perfect—close to several restaurants and the river, making it easy to explore.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast offered a good variety, but I found it a bit expensive and lacking options for gluten sensitivity.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities like the pool and gym were decent, though the pool could potentially get crowded.

Alex

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.0/10

My stay at Paradox Singapore Merchant Court was mostly fantastic, with a superb location and incredibly friendly staff. However, I did experience a bit of noise from the nightlife around Clarke Quay, which made it tricky to get a good night's sleep. Overall, the cleanliness and service made up for the minor inconveniences, and I would definitely return.

Rooms

8.0

My room was spotlessly clean and well-equipped, though I did have to swap rooms due to some initial issues. The second room was much better and I loved having a balcony to enjoy the views.

Service

10.0

The staff were all super friendly and attentive. I felt like I had my own personal assistant from the concierge who helped with everything, from storing my online shopping to making sure my needs were always met.

Location

9.0

The hotel is right next to Clarke Quay, making it so convenient for exploring nearby bars and restaurants. Plus, the MRT station is just two minutes away, which made it easy to get around the city.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was amazing with so many options, and I particularly enjoyed the egg chef's cooking. However, I did experience some slow service during a late dinner at the Ellenborough cafe.

Facilities

9.0

Facilities were decent with a nice swimming pool and great internet speed. I loved being able to hang by the pool while waiting for my room to be ready.