Fairmont Ballroom
3,000 guests max24,294 sq.ft.
Raffles city convention centre
Singapore, Singapore
- 10,000+ guests
- 4.5
About Raffles city convention centre
Convention Hall
Space Type
Hotel
Property Type
4.5
Rating
10,000+
Max Capacity
108,000 sq.ft.
Area
A Convention Centre Built for Landmark Events
The Raffles City Convention Centre sits within Swissôtel The Stamford Hotel in the City Hall district of Singapore, occupying one of the most strategically positioned event addresses in Southeast Asia. Spread across multiple levels of the hotel tower and the adjacent Raffles City complex, the convention centre is one of Singapore's largest hotel-based event facilities, offering an extensive portfolio of function rooms, ballrooms, and dedicated conference spaces that can accommodate everything from intimate boardroom sessions to city-scale conventions and gala dinners.
The centre's design reflects a business-first sensibility without sacrificing elegance. High ceilings, flexible floor plates, and a variety of room configurations allow event planners to tailor the space precisely to their programme — whether that means a single plenary hall, a multi-track conference layout, or a combination of breakout rooms running in parallel. Natural light filters into select spaces, while ballroom and large-scale event halls are designed for full blackout when AV-intensive productions demand it. The infrastructure throughout supports high-specification technical requirements, with built-in audiovisual systems, professional lighting rigs, and reliable connectivity suited to hybrid and broadcast-quality events.
Events the Convention Centre Is Designed to Host
The Raffles City Convention Centre is purpose-built to handle the full spectrum of professional and social occasions. Large-scale international conferences and conventions make up a core part of the venue's calendar, drawing delegates from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. Corporate clients regularly use the space for product launches, leadership summits, annual general meetings, and gala award ceremonies. The ballrooms are equally at home hosting lavish weddings and banquets, where the venue's catering team and established culinary reputation at Swissôtel The Stamford add a distinct hospitality dimension to the occasion.
Exhibition organisers, association conferences, and hybrid event producers also find the centre well-suited to their needs, given the depth of technical support and the scalability of the space. The convention centre's proximity to Singapore's key business and government district means it consistently attracts high-profile events where location credibility matters as much as the facilities themselves.
Location and Connectivity in the Heart of Singapore
Few event venues in Singapore enjoy connectivity as direct as the Raffles City Convention Centre. The property sits directly above City Hall MRT station, which is served by both the East–West Line and the North–South Line, placing the centre within easy reach of every corner of the island without a single taxi or transfer. Changi International Airport is accessible in approximately 30 minutes by MRT. The Padang, the Esplanade, the Singapore River, and the civic and cultural institutions of the Civic District are all within comfortable walking distance.
For international delegates and VIP guests, Swissôtel The Stamford's 1,261 guest rooms mean that accommodation is literally in the same building — a logistical advantage that simplifies multi-day conferences and reduces attrition. The Raffles City Shopping Centre, integrated into the same development, adds convenience for delegates seeking dining, retail, and leisure options between sessions.
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Skyline Suite
Beautifully furnished with bridal couples in mind, the modernised Skyline Suite celebrates the occasion in its sleek and expansive space featuring a l…
Premier Double Room
The Premier Double Room features 2 double beds, a spacious work area, energy-saving air conditioning and offers an unobstructed view of the city from…
Premier Marina Bay Room
Enjoy stunning views of the Marina Bay or Singapore River in the comfort of the Premier Marina Bay room with iconic Swiss elements. Thoughtful ameniti…
Swiss Marina Bay View Room
Overlooking Marina Bay or Singapore River from a high floor, the Swiss Marina Bay View Room stands at the forefront of functional comfort with thought…
Swiss Marina Bay Double Room
Overlooking Marina Bay or Singapore River from a high floor, the Swiss Marina Bay Double Room stands at the forefront of functional comfort with thoug…
Premier Prestige Marina Bay
Experience the most panoramic and perfect views of Marina Bay from the Premier Prestige Marina Bay room with iconic Swiss design. Enjoy eco-friendly a…
Premier Prestige Marina Bay Double Room
Experience the most panoramic and perfect views of Marina Bay from the Premier Prestige Marina Bay room with iconic Swiss design. Enjoy eco-friendly a…
Swiss Prestige Marina Bay
Offering the most panoramic and perfect views of Marina Bay from a high floor, the Swiss Prestige Marina Bay Room combines functional comfort with tho…
Swiss Prestige Marina Bay Double Room
Offering the most panoramic and perfect views of Marina Bay from a high floor, the Swiss Prestige Marina Bay Room combines functional comfort with tho…
Vitality Room
Equipped with circadian lighting designed to boost health and wellbeing, the Vitality Room includes a wellness wall with exercise gear and an experien…
Signature Suite
This contemporary accommodation features a cosy living area & 2 private balconies with panoramic city views. Lifestyle comforts such as a Nespresso ma…
Executive Room
Offering guests unparalleled views of Singapore’s cityscape from levels 58 to 63 and featuring a spacious work area, the Executive room includes acces…
Executive Double Room
Offering guests unparalleled views of Singapore’s cityscape from levels 58 to 63 and featuring a spacious work area, the Executive room includes acces…
Executive Marina Bay Room
With awe-inspiring views of the Marina Bay, the Executive Marina Bay room is located on the high floors and features amenities such as rain shower wit…
Executive Marina Bay View Double Room
With awe-inspiring views of the Marina Bay, the Executive Marina Bay View room is located on the high floors and features amenities such as rain showe…
Executive Prestige Marina Bay Double Room
With the perfect views of the awe-inspiring Marina Bay, the high-floor Executive Prestige Marina Bay room features a rain shower with bathtub, eco-fri…
Premier Marina Bay Double Room
Enjoy stunning views of the Marina Bay or Singapore River in the comfort of the Premier Marina Bay room with iconic Swiss elements. Thoughtful ameniti…
Premier Room
The Premier Room features spacious work area, energy-saving air conditioning and offers an unobstructed view of the city from the balcony. The contemp…
Experience Dining
The Eight
Relish in the perfect combination of gourmet delights, fresh juices and artisanal cocktails in a casual tropical setting. Located on the eighth level…
Asian Market Café
Asian Market Cafe presents a glorious Halal-certified buffet line of local favourites and contemporary regional delicacies! Guests can expect to be tr…
Prego
Be greeted by the alluring aromas of pizza baking in the wood-fired ovens, or the handcrafted Italian pastas made fresh daily. Food connoisseurs can i…
SKAI
Perched on the 70th floor and proudly standing as Singapore’s highest restaurant, SKAI invites you to savour a dynamic dining experience shaped around…
CLOVE
Indulge your palates with a sumptuous international array of culinary delights and beverages at the popular all-day dining destination of CLOVE at Swi…
The Stamford Brasserie
The Stamford Brasserie, a multi-concept restaurant and bar with a charming Parisian bistro ambience welcomes guests back to indulge in classic familia…
JAAN by Kirk Westaway
JAAN by Kirk Westaway is an internationally celebrated restaurant in Singapore that has established itself as a gastronomic platform with a reputation…
SKAI Bar
SKAI Bar boasts awe-inspiring panoramic views that transcend the ordinary. Whether you're savouring a drink at our sleek and stylish bar or gazing out…
ANTI:DOTE
Staying true to its name, ANTI:DOTE brings back a well-loved concept made up of a progressive selection of non-conventional concoctions cleverly disgu…
Experience by the Space
Fitness Centre
Stimulate your mind and body and get your heart rate up at our Fitness Centre. Book a personal trainer to tailor a workout to suit your goals and fitn…
Swimming Pool
Release your tension with a swim in one of the two free-form swimming pools*
Tennis Court
Perfect your game at one of our 6 tennis courts where coaching is available with prior booking. 2 artificial grass and 4 clay courts are available.
Vitality Programme
Vitality is both a philosophy and a programme that focuses on your well-being and quality of life. With many possibilities for stimulating your physic…
Willow Stream Spa
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Raffles City Convention Centre is equipped to host a wide range of events, including international conferences, conventions, corporate summits, product launches, gala dinners, award ceremonies, weddings, banquets, and exhibitions. Its scalable floor plan and variety of room configurations make it suitable for both intimate gatherings and large-scale multi-day programmes. The events team can advise on the best room combination for a specific event format.
Swissôtel The Stamford has 1,261 guest rooms, which means accommodation is available in the same building as the convention centre — a significant logistical advantage for multi-day conferences and events where delegates are travelling from out of town. Booking a room block for large groups should be arranged directly with the hotel's events or reservations team.
Yes, the property sits directly above City Hall MRT station, which is served by both the East–West Line and the North–South Line, making the convention centre accessible from virtually every part of Singapore without requiring a taxi or additional transfer. This is a practical advantage for large conferences where delegates are travelling from different parts of the city.
Changi International Airport is approximately 30 minutes away by MRT via the East–West Line, which connects directly through City Hall station. This makes it straightforward for international delegates to travel to and from the airport without needing private transfers, though taxi and ride-hailing services are also readily available.
The Raffles City Convention Centre features built-in audiovisual systems, professional lighting rigs, and connectivity infrastructure designed to support high-specification productions, including hybrid and broadcast-quality events. Specific technical specifications and support arrangements — such as in-house AV teams or preferred vendor lists — should be confirmed with the events team when planning your setup requirements.
The ballroom and large-scale event halls within the Raffles City Convention Centre are designed to support full blackout when required, which is particularly useful for productions that rely on staging, LED walls, or projection-heavy presentations. Planners with specific lighting and staging requirements are encouraged to discuss configurations with the venue's technical team during site inspection.
Yes, the convention centre regularly hosts weddings and banquets alongside its corporate calendar, benefiting from the culinary and hospitality reputation of Swissôtel The Stamford. The catering team can work with couples and event planners to customise menus and room arrangements. Prospective wedding clients should reach out to the hotel's dedicated events or banquet team to discuss packages and availability.
Swissôtel The Stamford has an established culinary programme that supports event catering at the convention centre, ranging from formal banquet menus to cocktail receptions and conference refreshment packages. Whether outside vendors are permitted or whether events must use in-house catering should be confirmed directly with the events team, as policies can vary by event type and size.
The Raffles City Convention Centre offers a variety of function rooms and dedicated conference spaces that can serve as breakout rooms running in parallel with a main plenary hall. This makes the venue well-suited to multi-track conference formats and association events that require simultaneous sessions. The events team can provide a floor plan and room combination options tailored to a specific programme.
The convention centre is located in the City Hall district, placing it within comfortable walking distance of the Padang, the Esplanade, the Singapore River, and the cultural and civic institutions of Singapore's Civic District. Raffles City Shopping Centre is integrated into the same development, offering delegates easy access to dining and retail between sessions.
Yes, the Raffles City Shopping Centre is part of the same integrated development as Swissôtel The Stamford and the convention centre, giving delegates and guests convenient access to a wide range of dining, retail, and leisure options without leaving the complex. This is a practical benefit for multi-day events where participants need options between programme sessions.
Availability and pricing are handled through the hotel's events and group sales team, which can be contacted via the official Swissôtel The Stamford website or by reaching out to the property directly. Given the convention centre's scale and popularity for international events, it is advisable to enquire well in advance, particularly for peak conference seasons and public holidays.
Raffles City is a large integrated development that includes car parking facilities. Whether dedicated or validated parking is available for event guests, and any applicable rates, should be confirmed with the hotel or convention centre team when making your booking. The venue's direct MRT connectivity also makes it practical for delegates who prefer not to drive.
The convention centre's connectivity infrastructure and technical capabilities are noted to support hybrid and broadcast-quality event formats, making it a viable choice for events that need to stream or broadcast to remote audiences. Detailed requirements — such as dedicated bandwidth, streaming hardware, and production support — should be discussed with the events team and any preferred AV partners during the planning stage.
Cancellation and postponement terms are typically outlined in the event contract and can vary depending on the size of the booking, the lead time, and the specific dates involved. Prospective clients should review these terms carefully with the hotel's events team before signing any agreement. It is also worth asking about force majeure provisions if the event involves international delegates.
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