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Staycations are wonderful, simply because they allow for a quick recharge without the need of over-packing for an overseas trip. Which is great especially for families with young kids. And for a staycation with a difference but still within vicinity of good food, shopping and recreational activities for the kiddos, one does not need to look further than the Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy on the east coast of Singapore.
Conveniently located between Parkway Parade shopping centre and the culturally-rich (AND food-rich) Katong district, the hotel is also near to East Coast Park and its many recreational amenities.
I know, the hotel's facade may look a little jaded, but the Studio Suite that we were hosted in was anything but that. In fact, it was spacious enough to fit our family of 5 - thanks to the existing sofa bed and addition of an extra bed.
Decorated in earthly hues with a chic minimalist Zen flavour, the 52sqm Studio Suite was modern, clean and well-maintained.
One peculiar habit about the monkies when it comes to staycations is they absolutely love watching cartoon channels on the hotel bed - or catching up on the world's latest news on the iPad (:P) for that matter.
Because somehow, watching TV or playing the iPad at home doesn't quite cut it like watching cartoons while slothing it out on a hotel's bed. I believe Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy's super comfy beds had a hand in this because yes, I too succumbed.
Each Studio Suite comes well equipped with free WiFi (very important!), a LCD flat screen TV with cable channels and radio channels, self-controllable air-conditioning, iron and ironing board, safe deposit box, mini-bar, complimentary coffee and tea making facilities, hairdryer, over-mattress and bathroom amenities with bathrobe and slippers.
Here, guests enjoy all-day complimentary refreshments as well as free-flow of finger food and drinks between 6pm and 8pm daily.
Enjoying food while watching TV at the same time; what could be better than this???
Ate too much? There is a swimming pool with sun loungers and a sun terrace, including a tiny baby pool located on the Level 4. A gym is also available onsite.
But to truly experience the precinct that Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy is sitting in, one has to explore the surroundings to enjoy the activities that the hotel is close to.
Besides being nestled in the heart of historical Katong, a heritage area on the East Coast of the city that is rich in Peranakan culture and having all the Katong coffeeshops/cafes/restaurants one can visit, the hotel is directly opposite Parkway Parade Shopping Mall - a mall which is notorious for its terrible car park jams during weekends. More shopping you say? I12 Katong is a 5-minute walk away.
Even East Coast Park is just a 10-minute walk from the hotel! Walk towards the direction of the expressway towards Parkway Parade, cross the underpass and come face to face with a sea of green and blue.
If you are looking for somewhere to chill, Parkland Green is the first low-rise development that you will first see. Comprising of a mix of family-friendly restaurants, casual cafes and sports retail shops, families will love the 1-hectare lush green lawn nestled in front of the restaurants and cafes, providing kids with the perfect open space to run, jump and tumble while parents sip on a cuppa nearby.
Or if you are in the mood to take a leisurely stroll (or rent a bicycle) further up the coast to Raintree Cove, there is always this to make the kids go wild.
Kids get to operate an actual working excavator! For more details, head on to my previous blog post HERE.
Feeling famished after all the activities? There are four restaurants Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy that cater to different occasions and tastes: Feast@East Buffet Restaurant, Jia Wei Chinese restaurant, Wave Cafe, and Breez Bistro Bar.
We had our 4-course dinner at the Breez Bistro Bar, which offered casual and modern ambience dining with a nice view of the swimming pool.
Food was pretty decent although I have to say I was surprised that the Bistro Bar was almost packed with customers during our dinner. I later found out that all guests enjoy a 30% discount at the cafe - quite a good deal!
Of course, a staycation is never complete without a hearty buffet breakfast to round up the experience!
Feast@East Buffet Restaurant is famed for its Peranakan Hotel Buffet, and its breakfast buffet spread is does not disappoint too.
Actually, I was paying more attention to the interior of the restaurant which was dotted with memorabilia of a Peranakan influence.
The rooms are pleasant, with its location is an interesting one. From some of Singapore's best food and shopping options to activities at East Coast Park for the kids, Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy offers just that something extra in a staycation for families.
And GREAT NEWS if you are looking to book a room at Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy! Did you know that you enjoy a whopping 30% discount on your hotel room rate instantly if you book up to 30 days in advance? And to sweeten the deal, accommodation and breakfast are free for 2 children (under 12 years) sharing parents’ room! One complimentary roll-away bed will be provided for one child under 12 years of age with the second child sharing existing bed. More details HERE.
Useful Information
Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy
50 East Coast Road, Roxy Square, Singapore 428769
Website: http://grandmercureroxy.com.sg/
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Thanks Kelvin, for having this giveaway!
Hopefully I am able to win (not a luck person to win contest) this contest for my lovely family (including me)! :) Definitely bring a big surprise to them!
By the way, loves your blog! Keep up the good work!
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Liked and shared! We got married at Grand Mercure Roxy 12 years ago. Hope we can bring the kids to Grand Mecure Roxy for a staycation someday!
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Am a SAHM with 2 kids..
One experiencing big jump fr P2 to P3
While e other preparing for PSLE although she is P4
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The wifey and I got married at Grand Mercure Roxy Hotel by the poolside on 10th Oct 2010. It's was a fantastic experience for both of us as the hotel staff were very professional and our wedding went smoothly. Now after 6 years, we have 2 children, 3.5 yrs old boy and a 1yr 3 months old girl, and we hope to win this staycation and tell them that this was where daddy and mummy said, "I DO!"
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My family would love to win this staycation because we would like to experience a stay away from home for a night. With the great executive lounge benefits, my 2 young kids and 1 big kid(papa) will be overjoyed to enjoy the food and tv at the same time, which i dont allow them to do both at the same at home��. The plus point is we will get to experience diggersite at East Coast as well here.
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Lovely family staycation to stay for my family as we loves the East side with the family friendly Grand Mercure Roxy Hotel to be able to have the quality time with our kids and the yummy buffet from the Feast at East are really a nice staycation for our short weekend bonding.
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Thank you Cheekiemonkies for sharing this giveaway.
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Hi Kelvin,
Thanks for organizing this giveaway!!
It would be wonderful to win the hotel stay and bring my hubby and my 3 kids to stay in this hotel.
A good timing to bring them to the Diggersite for the adventure time as it is so near the hotel.....
Would be a big surprise to them, if i win!!
Keep up the good work, love reading your blog...
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Wish List : A Staycation @ Grand Mecure S'pore Roxy Sq pls...
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G~reat weekend staycation
R~elaxed evening
A~ffordable room rates
N~eat and clean rooms
D~elicious buffet breakfast
M-inutes away from changi airport
E-xample of contemporary architect
R~omantic ambience
C-omplimentary breakfast
U~nderstanding and helpful service
R~estaurant with mouthwatering cuisines
E~xcellent choice for short getaways
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I had my wedding held here in July 2004. Hopefully we can bring our boy for the sweet staycation.
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My husband never believe in staycation and rather sleep home.
Please Wow him and change his concept!!!
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Always wanted a staycation for a birthday celebration since 21. But 3 years later still not able to fulfill hopefully this will make my wish come true!
Never had a staycation before with my family because since the birth of our twin girls we never really had a break. They are now 3 and half so it's more manageable.
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It will be great for me if I win this staycation, I can get this chance to celebrate my birthday that fall on early May, my 3 child will be happy too.
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Hope to win this. It'll give me, a north-sider a great opportunity to explore the east with my family
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Currently pregnant with 2nd child thus hope to go for a local staycation with my family before my 2nd one arrives! The suite looks huge and super comfy! A perfect place to rest and recharge!
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Trying my luck and be supportive! Hope I win, then I can go relax and eat while my monkies watch TV in the room. Definitely a good chance for this "westerner" to go east too. Long time never do cycling as a family.
Good luck to myself and family!
Noone can resist temptation to have a staycation with family. I hope to give my family a short break for our busy schedule. Thank you.
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Hope to win... my kids sure love it. Thanks!
★ Nice hotel!! Hope i am not too late... need a staycation to destress!! ★
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Hope to have a chance to bring my family there for a staycation! :)
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Hi, have never won any giveaway. Hope to win for my family and me!!
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Looking forward to a chance to enjoy a staycation! Something I can write a review on!
Wow!! What an awesome giveaway! Really hope to spend some time exploring the east with my little monkies too 😍😍😍😍😍😍
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Thank you for this awesome giveaway.
Hope that i can win to let my hubby have a good rest and relax himself from work, studies, exams and music performance. He is so busy that he dont have time for our toddler son. Also he n our toddler son loves staycation alot.
What a wonderful staycation! The kids sure enjoyed themselves!
Thank you Cheekiemonkies and Mecure Singapore for the great giveaway!
Hope I can win!
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Thank you for lovely giveaway. I just hope to win a staycastion for my family as a only breadwinner of the family; daily essential is already so tight on budget not about traveling out of Singapore. Please give me a chance to give my family a treat. Thank you.
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Thanks for the awesome giveaway ~~
Hope to win the short wonderful staycation at Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy with my husband Lawrence Ho n our daughter to enjoy ~
G~reat weekend staycation
R~elaxed evening
A~ffordable room rates
N~eat and clean rooms
D~elicious buffet breakfast
M~inutes away from changi airport
E~xample of contemporary architect
R~omantic ambience
C~omplimentary breakfast
U~nderstanding and helpful service
R~estaurant with mouthwatering cuisines
E~xcellent choice for short getaways.
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Never win any stuff online before, really hope I can win this awesome staycation to enjoy the facilities in the hotel. Evening time can go to East coast park for a strolling. 🏤👫🙏🏻
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Hope to win cos i really haven't done a staycation before and my 6yr old son loves hotel stays and swimming in the hotel pool !
Done! Seeing the happy faces of your kids means i will be guaranteed that priceless expression on my 6 yr old son too when we win! Thanks for all the hard work in putting up all the posts, you are the go to blog for all kinds of kids activities in sg!
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Hope to win this staycation ~~after birth i and my husband really long never have time to relax ourself hope can win to relaxs and enjoy the wonderful moments together
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