Reviewing different hotels is always fun for us, especially when we come across a hotel that is family and kid-friendly, and makes us feel really at home. Our recent staycation at Furama Riverfront Hotel was one such wonderful experience.
THE ELEGANT LOBBY
Furama Riverfront Hotel has been around for quite a while, and its lobby exudes a timeless elegance as you enter it.
THE THEMED ROOM
One of the first things my kids look forward to checking out at any hotel is the room, so imagine the kids’ delight when we walked into a room that looked like this:
This is one of the Themed Rooms available at Furama Riverfront Hotel, and it comes with a double bed and a double-decker bed, so this is perfect for a family of 2 adults & 2 kids. Truth be told – Any room that comes with a double-decker bed will thrill the kids, and when it comes with a full wall of colorful murals like this, it’s excellent in their opinion. I love how the wall was not just a painting, but it’s lighted up as well, so it makes the whole room feel really dreamy – as if we are really underwater!
At one corner of the room, there is a cosy resting space of beanbags for the family to hang out together. Little table & chairs are provided for the kids to do some writing & drawing as well.
Love the little details all around the room that completes the themed look.
If you are planning to spend some time relaxing in the room, don’t have to worry about the kids getting bored at all. There’s many channels on the TV available, as well as an Xbox console for the kids to have some fun! Games are available for borrowing from the hotel’s reception counter.
Welcome snacks in the room include a plate full of fruits, as well as packets of local old-school delights such as iced gem cookies, bean paste pastries and rice crackers! Tourists would have a taste of what Singaporeans grew up eating, and the locals having staycations in the room would definitely enjoy the rush of nostalgia as they munch on these all-time favorites.
The usual coffee & tea are provided complimentary in the room, along with Milo packets and plastic cups for the kids. Another local touch in the hotel room.
The bathroom is basic with the essentials provided for your convenience. A bath tub is always welcome for a family staycation, and you can spot wall stickers of fishes on the walls as well, in line with the theme of the room. The kids have special toiletries provided just for them, so that they too can have a great and comfortable stay.
THE SWIMMING POOL
Needless to say, my kids’ favorite activity whenever we check into a hotel for staycation is to swim. I don’t bring them swimming often enough, so pardon their over-enthusiasm. But seriously, with a pool that looks so fabulous, it’s really hard to resist, don’t you agree?
The swimming pool is reasonably big for a hotel, to be frank, and it is very kid-friendly because it’s shallow and there are sunbeds scattered all around the swimming pool for parents to keep a close watch over their little ones. At one end of the swimming pool, there is a sheltered Jacuzzi tub as well, perfect for soaking.
As if the swimming pool was not fun enough for the kids, see what Furama Riverfront Hotel recently added to the rooftop area!
THE INFLATABLE WATER SLIDE
This made the kids scream when I brought them to it. Water slides are fun, period.
As expected, the girls spent lots of time at this waterslide. Thankfully, the weather was pretty good and not overly hot! So awesome to be able to soak in some cool water in the warm weather actually.
THE KIDS’ PLAYROOM
For some indoor entertainment, there is also a playroom for kids at Level 1 of the hotel. There are no staff supervising the kids, so parents will have to watch the kids. It’s not big, but it’s got a trampoline, TV and toys, and should be able to entertain the kids for a couple of hours at least.
THE CLUB LOUNGE
For business travelers, you will be happy to know that there is a Club Lounge in Furama Riverfront Hotel with meeting room facilities for free usage. For families, this is also a perfect place for a cosy and quieter meal time. Unlike many business hotels which have Club Lounges but not open to children, the Club Lounge at Furama Riverfront Hotel is friendly and makes my kids feel really welcome. The Club Lounge has an open concept and can be seen from the Level 1 lobby, thought access is restricted to guests with Club benefits only. Breakfast and cocktails can be enjoyed at the Lounge, and I have to say – the food is good! Service is great as well, as the staff are very attentive to our needs.
THE YUMMY MEALS
Breakfast
We had our breakfast at the Club Lounge as we preferred a quieter meal. The selection was good, and it was such a relaxing and enjoyable breakfast for my family.
Cocktails
Cocktail at the Lounge was also a very enjoyable experience, with a sumptuous spread to fill the tummy before dinner time!
Dinner
We adjourned to the main restaurant in the hotel for our dinner buffet. Love it that the restaurant has a play area specially cordoned off and decorated for the little ones, who very often get restless when meal times get longer. The adults get to enjoy their buffet a little longer while the little ones have fun at the play area – Perfect arrangement!
Now, let’s check out the buffet spread – It was amazing! And there is no better way to tell you its awesomeness than by spamming you with all the photos I took before I dug in!
If you are considering booking a staycation at Furama Riverfront Hotel as well, here are other room types that I thought are worth considering as well, especially if your kids are not the themed room types.
The Courtyard rooms are right in front of the swimming pool, and have outdoor dining area where the sunlight comes right in. I love this room type! The next time I stay at Furama Riverfront Hotel, I’ll choose this!
That wooden door there opens out to the swimming pool. So awesome!
This room type comes with a beautiful bath tub like this, and looks so chill!
Or how about a Family Room with 2 double beds? Perfect for families with teenager kids? Love that colorful wall as well.
So, wait no more. Start planning & booking your year end staycation now! More on http://furama.com/specials/furamakids/ Check out their Family Holiday Escape package as well! Thank you Furama Riverfront Hotel for a wonderful stay. :)
Disclosure: The J Babies was sponsored a 2D1N stay at Furama Riverfront Hotel for review purposes. All photographs & opinions used in this post are solely ours. No other financial compensation was received.
