World’s biggest Mercure hotel is opening in Singapore

Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre houses diverse options and prioritises well-being with fitness amenities and sustainability.
Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre houses diverse options and prioritises well-being with fitness amenities and sustainability.

Accor has partnered with Singapore’s largest hotel operator, Worldwide Hotels Group, to introduce Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre. Opening in Q1 2024, the property is set to be the world’s largest Mercure hotel with 989 rooms.

Following the successful collaboration on Novotel Singapore on Kitchener, this new venture symbolises a stronger alliance between Accor and Worldwide Hotels Group.

“With Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre, we will continue to create exceptional guest experiences for the informed, cosmopolitan traveller,” said Carolyn Choo, CEO of Worldwide Hotels Group.

From left to right: Accor - Chris Cho, vice president development, Singapore, Philippines, Japan, Korea and Maldives; Garth Simmons, COO, premium, midscale & economy division, Asia, Worldwide Hotels Group - Carolyn Choo, CEO; Chu Poh Yong, COO
From left to right: Accor – Chris Cho, vice president development, Singapore, Philippines, Japan, Korea and Maldives; Garth Simmons, COO, premium, midscale & economy division, Asia, Worldwide Hotels Group – Carolyn Choo, CEO; Chu Poh Yong, COO

Situated between Chinatown and the central business district, Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre offers an ideal location for guests to explore both the city’s cultural heritage and modern city life. With direct access to transit lines at Chinatown and Telok Ayer stations, visitors can seamlessly explore the city’s downtown and popular shopping areas.

The hotel’s lobby boasts a captivating video wall, setting a sophisticated ambiance. The all-day dining restaurant provides a diverse culinary experience while serving as a communal space for relaxation. Additionally, the lounge & bar concept offers a refined setting for guests to unwind and recharge.

Pioneering wellness initiatives, the hotel features a landscaped pool deck, a modern indoor gym, and EV charging car lots, aligning with sustainable practices.

Garth Simmons, COO for Accor’s premium, midscale & economy division in Asia, expressed gratitude in continuing their partnership with Worldwide Hotels Group.

 

 

Source: https://www.travelweekly-asia.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/Worlds-biggest-Mercure-hotel-is-opening-in-Singapore?