School’s out! Are you looking for fun things to do as a family without leaving town? Daytime hotel booking platform Dayuse has curated a plethora of daycation experiences that will bring kids and families some much-needed respite from the stress of schooling and working.
Costing a fraction of the price of a staycation, the daytime hotel experiences come with added perks and kid-friendly activities that are wholesome and fun to excite the entire family. Let the daycation begin!
Studio M Hotel
Check into one of Studio M’s Studio Loft Room from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm to enjoy all the amenities and activities it has to offer. Tucked away in the bustling Robertson Quay precinct, Studio M Hotel provides a splashing good time at the 25-metre lap pool, as well as an array of doorstep dining options to choose from.
Put a smile on your children’s face by indulging them in a hands-on experience of creating chocolate from scratch through Studio M x Chef Janice Wong’s Chocolate Workshop (S$170++ from Monday to Thursday, S$200++ from Friday to Sunday).
Perfect for a family of four, guests will be immersed in a world of artisanal chocolate for an hour, learning the ins-and-outs of crafting delightful chocolate treats from ‘bean to bar’. To cap off the experience, guests can also enjoy their one-of-a-kind handmade creations in the comforts of their room or take home the palate pleaser.
Craft lovers can opt for the Resin Play Workshop package (S$125++ from Monday to Thursday; S$155++ from Friday to Sunday) that comes with 40 minutes of fun and play with colourful resin. Let your little ones flex their creativity and imagination as they create their very own one-of-a-kind resin coaster to take home and set their daily dose of milk on.
PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay
Hit refresh by taking a daycation in one of the stylish rooms from 8:oo am to 7:00 pm ( S$175++) at Singapore’s first ‘Garden-in-a-Hotel’, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay — a stone’s throw away from well-loved landmarks, world-class attractions and dynamic art scene.
Excite little ones by taking a tour of the onsite urban farm, an interactive and educational playground promising exploration, adventure and play where kiddos and budding young naturalists can learn more about the ecology of more than 60 varieties of edible herbs, flowers, fruits and vegetables.
Satiate the hunger of your loved ones by indulging their palates with a healthy farm-to-table cuisine celebrating flavours from around the world. Be sure to check out one of their award-winning establishments, Peppermint, a lovely dining spot that welcomes families into nature’s embrace with sights of greenery.
The hotel also boasts a mineral water swimming pool for a refreshingly fun dip, with views of the stunning Marina Bay skyline to boot. Take advantage of the hotel’s prime location by trailing through the neighbourhood and enjoy a scenic walk to the iconic Merlion!
Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa
Skip the bulky overnight baggage and take that dreamy family daycation away from the hustle and bustle of city life at Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa.
A hidden gem atop the cliff above Tanjong Beach, you would want to seize the day by checking into the spacious rooms from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (S$190++) and soak in the island-like ambience filled with lush greenery, peacocks and little nooks of water bodies.
It’s never a dull moment for kids on the island given its proximity to a host of family-friendly attractions including Universal Studios, Adventure Cove Waterpark, Skyline Luge Sentosa, S.E.A. Aquarium and more.
For the ultimate laid-back resort vibe, pick up a couple of water guns and inflatable pool floats for use at its expansive pools. Families can also fill their tummies at The Cliff where they can feast on hearty Cali-Italian plates and refuel for more fun around the resort.
(L-R: Sofitel Pool, The Cliff)
Intercontinental Singapore
Explore and bond as a family through memorable experiences at the award-winning five-star sanctuary Intercontinental Singapore, a landmark in the heart of historic Bugis.
After checking into the Deluxe King room (from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, for S$210++ from Monday to Thursday; S$280++ from Friday to Sunday), go on a tourist adventure by wandering through the buzzing neighbourhoods of Arab Street and Kampong Glam and snap some vibrant family portraits along the stretch of colourful shophouses and mural walls.
Treat the kids to an epic afternoon tea at The Lobby Lounge where they can enjoy an assortment of sweet and savoury bites. If your little ones prefer a little afternoon snooze, the plush beds in the room are certainly roomy enough for the entire family to snuggle up.
Watch the eyes of your little ones widen with delight as they frolic in the pool, soaking up the vibrant sun and breeze. Before checking out, draw a bubble bath that is set to bring lots of fun and smiles to kiddos.