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Resorts World Sentosa

Integrated resort on Sentosa Island, Sentosa

Resorts World Sentosa (abbreviation: RWS) is an integrated resort on the island of Sentosa, which is located off the southern coast of Singapore. The key attractions within RWS include one of Singapore's two casinos, Universal Studios Singapore theme park (which is the second Universal Studios theme park in Asia after Universal Studios Japan and the first in Southeast Asia) the Adventure Cove Waterpark, as well as the S.E.A. Aquarium, which is the world's second largest oceanarium.[1]

First conceived in , the S$ billion (US$ billion) resort was developed by Genting Singapore, and construction began in It was the third most expensive building ever constructed when it was completed The resort occupies approximately 50 hectares ( acres) of land and directly employs up to 15, people. The soft launch of the first four hotels took place on 20 January ,[2] with the FestiveWalk shopping mall following on 1 February.[3]

The casino began operations on 14 February on the first day of the Chinese New Year.[4]The Maritime Experiential Museum opened on 15 October [5] and the last attraction opened on 22 November , known as The Marine Life Park.[6] The grand opening of the entire integrated resort was held on 7 December , which was officiated by the country's Prime MinisterLee Hsien Loong together with Genting Group Chairman Lim Kok Thay.[7] Resorts World Sentosa is also capable of holding large-scale exhibitions.[8]

History[edit]

See also: Integrated resort

Construction[edit]

Construction of Resorts World Sentosa Singapore began on 16 April on the demolished plot of Imbiah Lookout. It opened after 34 months of construction on 20 January [9] Crockfords Tower, Hard Rock Hotel Singapore, Festive Hotel and Hotel Michael opened 20 January , followed by FestiveWalk on 31 January Resorts World Sentosa Casino opened on 14 February

Opening[edit]

Universal Studios Singapore was opened for a sneak peek week in view of the Chinese New Year Celebrations, from 5&#;pm to 9&#;pm every night between 14 and 21 February [10] The whole park was opened but none of the rides was operational. Visitors had to pay SGD10 to get into the park. Park tickets for the week were sold out in 2 days. The park had its soft opening period from 18 March to 26 October [11]

COVID[edit]

As a result of the global COVID pandemic, Resorts World Sentosa had to temporarily lay off a significant amount of its workforce.[12][13]

Resort layout[edit]

The resort was designed primarily by the Driehaus Prize winner and New Classical architect Michael Graves. The six hotels offer a total of 1, rooms for accommodation.[14] Each hotel is designed with a different theme, catering to both leisure and business visitors.[15] The resort is split into the west, central and east zones.[16]

Central zone[edit]

Hotels[edit]

Four hotels are located in the central zone.

  • Crockfords Tower, formerly planned to be named Maxims Tower,[17] is an storey all-suite hotel[18] overlooking the Singapore harbour and the Southern Islands. The resort's casino is located beneath the tower.[19] The hotel was topped-out on 27 February and opened on 20 January Together with Hotel Michael, it sits on the site of the former Sentosa Musical Fountain. The hotel also features Crockfords Premier, a casino club with private rooms for High Roller located on the 10th floor.
  • Hotel Michael is an story hotel named after Michael Graves.[20] Hotel Michael topped-out on 15 July and was opened on 20 January Together with Crockfords Tower, it sits on the site of the former Sentosa Musical Fountain.
  • Festive Hotel is a family-oriented hotel next to Crockfords Tower and Festive Walk.[21] Beneath the hotel is Festive Grand, a 1, seat plenary hall which will host Resorts World Sentosa's resident musical Voyage de la Vie.[22]
  • The Hard Rock Hotel Singapore is the site of meeting and conference facilities and indoor exhibition space. This includes 26 differently-designed function rooms and one of Asia's largest ballrooms with seating for 7, guests. Construction of Singapore's first Hard Rock Hotel started in May , and the hotel opened on 20 January
  • Equarius Hotel is situated at the west of the resort.

The Royal Albatross is berthed at the Historical Ships Harbour, beside the S.E.A. Aquarium and the Adventure Cove Waterpark.

  • Hard Rock Hotel Singapore

    Hard Rock Hotel Singapore

  • Hard Rock Hotel Singapore Lobby

    Hard Rock Hotel Singapore Lobby

  • Crockfords Tower

    Crockfords Tower

  • Hotel Michael

    Hotel Michael

Casino[edit]

Resorts World Sentosa casino is located beneath Crockfords Tower that has an acreage of 15, sq.m.

In May , the Casino Regulatory Authority fined Resorts World Sentosa for two violations related to reimbursements and two other violations related to surveillance practices. The total fine was S$, (US$,).[23]

West zone[edit]

Hotels[edit]

Marine Life Park[edit]

Main article: Marine Life Park

Marine Life Park, the world's largest oceanarium, opened its doors on 22 November [6] The park houses two attractions, the S.E.A. Aquarium and the Adventure Cove Waterpark, previously known as the Equarius Water Park.

The Maritime Experiential Museum[edit]

Main article: The Maritime Experiential Museum

The Maritime Experiential Museum was opened on 15 October that features more than artifacts and replicas with a degree Multi-sensory Typhoon Theatre. It displays the history of ancient maritime trade: visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the history of the maritime Silk Route from the 15th to 19th century. The museum consists of more than 10 interactive points as well as an opportunity to board the authentic harbor ships from Asia docked outside the museum.[26] Also, it will become the permanent home of the Jewel of Muscat, a gift from the Oman Government.[27] It was closed along with the Crane Dance on 2 March [28]

Royal Albatross[edit]

Main article: Royal Albatross (ship)

The Royal Albatross is berthed at the Historical Ships Harbour, beside the Aquarium and the Adventure Cove Waterpark. The ship is available twice every weekend. Its route goes through the beaches of Sentosa to the outskirts of Marina Bay, around the edge of the Southern Islands and back to Sentosa.

East zone[edit]

Universal Studios Singapore[edit]

Main article: Universal Studios Singapore

Universal Studios Singapore is Southeast Asia's first Universal Studios theme park and the second in all of Asia. It opened its doors on 18 March It features 24 attractions and is divided into seven zones – including Sci-Fi City, Ancient Egypt, New York, The Lost World, Far Far Away, Madagascar and Hollywood.[29]

Transportation[edit]

Sentosa Express[edit]

Like most places in Sentosa, Resort World is accessible by the Sentosa Express.[30]

Bus[edit]

Shuttle services RWS8 and the Sentosa Bus A serve the resort.[31] Discontinued services include[32] the NR6, NR8,[33] R, and R bus services.

Car[edit]

The carpark at Resort World is accessible via Sentosa Gateway.[34]

See also[edit]

References[edit]

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