SINGAPORE
Tribute Portfolio, part of Marriott International debuted its first hotel in Singapore with the addition of hôtel vagabond, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel. The 41-room hotel was designed by award-winning French designer Jacques Garcia, blending together traditional Singaporean hospitality with Garcia's traditional maximalist style.
"Our loyalty members have expressed interest time and time again for more access to great hotels in Asia, specifically in global markets like Singapore," said Brian Povinelli, Senior Vice President and Global Brand Leader for Tribute Portfolio. "Truly capturing the independent spirit of the Tribute Portfolio brand, hôtel vagabond delivers a distinct experience for travelers seeking the unexpected."
Located just outside the central business district in the indie Jalan Besar area, the hotel reflects the energy of Singapore. Housed in a colonial-era Art Deco building, the heart and soul of hôtel vagabond is the Vagabond Salon, a modern interpretation of a Parisian salon, where guests have the opportunity to mingle with resident artists over a crafted cocktail, dine amidst a performance, or watch an independent film. Three times a week, the Salon is transformed into a music venue featuring a line-up of the most talented live musicians and DJs, showcasing local and visiting up-and-coming artists, from jazz quartets to indie rockers.
The 5,000-square-foot space includes a sound system, superb acoustics and a DJ console. It can also be used for private events for up to 325 guests. The hotel also offers an Executive Club Lounge for smaller meetings.
The hotel's restaurant Hot Buns & Thunder Balls, inspired by the tagline "If you must get in trouble, do it at the vagabond," serves East-meets-West burgers and desserts. Bar Vagabond features a rotating menu of Asian-inspired craft cocktails, a wide array of artisanal spirits, and top-shelf Gin and Whiskey trolleys.
Ranging from antique works to dazzling contemporary mixed media pieces, hôtel vagabond's extensive collection of art, personally sourced and commissioned by Satinder Garcha, highlights techniques and movements across cultures and centuries. Part of the hotel's independent spirit, a regular calendar of events positions culture and creativity as accessible for all. The hotel also features a signature rotational artist-in-residence program, which includes on-site performances, intimate events and interactive experiences.
Via the hôtel vagabond website, local and international artists from all genres are invited to apply for a residency of up to three months, during which they will stay, work, and converse with guests and visitors.
"Our ethos of creating one-of-a-kind experiences for guests is exactly what high-end travelers are seeking," said Harpreet Bedi, general manager of hôtel vagabond. "We believe the unique design of hôtel vagabond, paired with its celebrated location of Singapore, makes it a perfect choice for travelers."
