Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local

When it comes to relocating to a foreign country for work, many business travellers face the same conundrum – they are simply not acquainted with how accommodation works here.

Just how do you ease this transition period?

If you have to ask, Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers are bound to feel at ease, and more importantly, to live like a local. Here’s why.

Well-appointed rooms for those with a knack for local decor

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology
Located on the banks of the Singapore River, the splendid serviced residence touts of a panoramic view from your private balcony.

If you have a penchant for tasteful furnishing, you are in luck.

Village Residence Robertson Quay is definitely right up your alley with a diverse range of well-appointed rooms designed with a local flair.

Take your pick from a studio, two-bedroom or three-bedroom apartment with the latter being the grandest.

Depending on the configuration of the apartment, guests may also be able to revel in the view of Singapore River (selected units of two- and three-bedroom apartments).

Spanning across 915 square feet – 1, 130 square feet, the spacious area in the two-bedroom apartment is ideal for couples or families with children in tow.

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology
The spacious living room in the Two Bedroom Apartment at Village Residence Robertson Quay.

As for the living area, it comes with a 42″ LCD television, a stereo system and of course cable channels for the drama buff in you. You can even make free local phone calls with a telephone available next to the sofa.

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology
Master bedroom in a two-bedroom apartment.

Strategically located in the epicentre of the buzz in the city, the residence lies in close proximity to the Central Business District. What’s more, there is a myriad of local lifestyle and entertainment enclaves for many of your needs.

Whether is it eating out or simply checking out locals’ favourite haunts, Village Residence Robertson Quay has you covered as you can explore the local way of life with eateries, watering holes and more local spots within walking distance.

The dining and drinking enclave at Robertson Quay is only a seven minutes’ walk away; and you will easily find crowd-pleasers such as Toby’s Estate (6 minutes’ walk) cafe or Wine Connection Cheese Bar (1 minute’s walk) for both cheese lovers and night revellers.

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology
Two single-sized beds in the second bedroom.

There are also two single-sized beds in the second bedroom, which is fully furnished with a picturesque painting on the wall and a cupboard for storage purposes.

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology
A full set of toiletries is provided, including shower cap.

Immerse yourself in the local way of life

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology
A Handy smartphone that can be easily brought around for navigation purposes.

Don’t be surprised when you chance upon this complimentary handy device (pun intended). Yes, it is available at Village Residence Robertson Quay, and not just in hotels.

Whether you are a tourist or a business traveller, this device filled with locals’ recommendations and navigation tips in Singapore will surely come in handy.

Besides, you can easily immerse yourself in the local way of life with a plethora of local attractions to hit up.  Amongst numerous options, Singapore Repertory Theatre (2 minutes’ walk) surely hits home with those who are fans of plays or Chinatown for a taste of the rich tapestry of our local culture and cuisine.

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology
Photo courtesy of Chinatown Heritage Centre.

The walk to Chinatown Heritage Centre may be slightly longer than 10 minutes but it is well worth the journey as you will be enthralled by a glimpse into the colourful history of Chinatown.

This nostalgic vestige of the shophouses and lives of Chinatown’s early residents is the only place where locals and travellers alike, are able to transcend through time and get a peek into the yesteryears of the 1950s.

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology
A comfortable queen-sized bed in the master bedroom.

Comfort is the word as you step into the master bedroom.

The spacious and cosy room even boasts of a 32″ LCD television mounted on the wall, so television buffs have more reason to lie in bed and enjoy their favourite shows.

You will also find a safe deposit box, hair dryer, an iron and ironing board in the master bedroom for your daily needs; and it gets better.

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology
A dining table for six.

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology

As you delve further into the kitchen, you will find that it has a wide array of kitchen equipment, including the much-needed washer/dryer for your laundry needs.

Refrigerator, checked. Microwave oven, checked. Rice cooker, checked.

The list goes on and it is the same for a cooker hob & hood, electric kettle, toaster as well as glassware, crockery, cutlery and utensils. If you are craving for comfort food from your homeland, you can also easily whip up a meal, especially with convenience stores nearby.

Well, if unwinding is the only thing on your mind, you are bound to rejoice upon hearing that the serviced residence comes replete with an array of amenities such as the swimming pool and jacuzzi. Is there anything you can’t do here?

This serviced residence has won much accolades

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology

The stunning serviced residence has also been lauded with much accolades. These include ‘Best Service Apartment by Property’ in the HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Award 2016.

Village Residence Robertson Quay is where business travellers can live like a local - Alvinology
That aromatic scent you have been smelling is not there by chance.

It is little wonder as Village Residence Robertson Quay pays attention to details. You may take fresh-smelling and an aromatic scent in your apartment for granted but the one in the serviced apartment is surely there for a reason.

On top of a fully furnished apartment, comfortable rooms and spacious living area; there are housekeeping, guest services and security 24/7 with light continental breakfast and even shuttle service.

Now with all these services, strategic location and exceedingly warm hospitality, how can one not feel at ease?

Here’s a glimpse of the two-bedroom apartment, courtesy of Far East Hospitality in a video promoting the variety of PIXMA photo paper from Canon Singapore:

Village Residence Robertson Quay

30 Robertson Quay,

Singapore 238251

For corporate bookings, please head over here for more information. A minimum of 7 nights is required for a stay at the residence.

Please call +65 6738 3007 for enquiries and +65 6428 8600 to make a reservation.

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