Iconic luxury colonial hotel established in 1887 named after Sir Stamford Raffles. Symbol of classic elegance and national monument with magnificent colonial architecture. Famous as birthplace of Singapore Sling cocktail at Long Bar in 1915. Hosted celebrities like Rudyard Kipling, Charlie Chaplin and Elizabeth Taylor. Features heritage museum, boutique shops and fine dining restaurants. Meticulously restored in 2019 while preserving old-world charm. Visitors can explore hotel lobby and museum even without staying.