Designated a National Monument in 1987 (one hundred years after its establishment), Raffles Hotel has long been the legendary symbol for all the fables of the Exotic East. In the heart of Singapore's business and historic districts, Raffles offers 15 distinctive restaurants and bars, specialty shops, the Raffles Culinary Academy, a health club, pool and more -- all just 20 minutes from the Changi Airport and a two-minute train ride from Orchard Road. Here, 103 suites await guests, each with its own spacious parlor, bedroom, dressing area and bath. Fourteen-foot moulded ceilings, overhead fans, oriental carpets and period-style furnishings are skillfully combined with all the amenities of such a grand hotel..